waterfront . MACKYS . outdoor firepit HAWKESBURY RIVER stunning views | Cottage in Milsons Passage Hawkesbury River

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SIMPLY FABULOUS VIEWS . OUTDOOR FIRE PIT
ARRIVE BY BOAT . No Roads . NO CARS
getting here becomes part of your river adventure ...!!!
perfect for two..... but can sleep four
ARRIVE BY :-
Water Taxi OR Hire Boat OR Own Boat
INDULGE in this well appointed WEEKENDER on the banks of Hawkesbury River
GREAT VIEWS
MACKY'S is fully self contained & booked exclusively.....
We will have Mackys open & ready for you to simply kick back & need to pick up a key!!!!!
MACKY'S is suitable for well behaved PETS, by prior arrangement....CHILDREN welcome by prior arrangement at parents full responsibility
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WHAT TO DO
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simply relax on the pier
fish from private jetty
take a walk along the rear local bush track
swim from the jetty at high tide
book a long lunch at the legendary Peats Bite Restaurant
book a door to door private transfer to The Anchor Spencer for weekend prawns & oyster feast
kayak along the shoreline
order a FRI.SAT sunset delivery of pizzas & prawns
feast on a sumptuous 'High Tea' delivered & set on your private table
take in the sunset vistas by the outdoor firepit
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WHAT TO BRING
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favourite off line playlist, DVDs, reading material
hooks, bait, sinkers for fishing
toiletries, personal belongings including swimming costume
food & beverage
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ABOUT MACKYS
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The interior tones at MACKY'S are soothing to both the eye & the soul. The open plan living space spans the full length of the northern water frontage; the interior simply invites you just to sit back & take in the perfectly framed views of the river.
There is some internet reception using your own phone/modem; a bluetoooth UE Boom speaker, Cd & DVD [ screen but no TV ] so ideal for getting away from the busy 'real world'
The master bedroom with queen bed opens out to water views as does the second queen bedroom.
The covered sandstone terrace with hooded BBQ , WOOD FIRED pot belly, outdoor firepit & undercover DINING, is 'THE' spot to be late on a balmy afternoon.
The KITCHEN is beautifully appointed with new appliances:- electric oven, gas cooktop, dishwaher., slimline fridge/ freezer ( suited to a weekend stay; bring eskie if staying longer !!!) ; PANTRY is stocked with australian olive oil, vinegar, nespresso pods, plunger coffee, twinings tea, raw suger, sea salt, cracked pepper, paper towel, serviettes.
There is direct accees to the modern BATHROOM from both the living area & from the master bedroom. This is a lovely bathroom design with spacious shower recess & heated flooring
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ARRIVAL - BOAT TRAVEL
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MACKYS is boat access only. There are absolutely no roads to the property, which does make the area so very unique
From SYDNEY travel is north 50KM, along the Pacific Highway # 1 & M1 FREEWAY, to the Hawkesbury River INTERCHANGE / MOONEY MOONEY / BROOKLYN exit. Allow an hour by car from Sydney, and in peak periods add 30 minutes.
book your boat travel direct once booking confirmed
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WATER TAXI
approx. $90.00 each way for two. Advance return travel bookings essential. Parking & pick up at KANGAROO POINT public wharf, Brooklyn. Unrestricted parking on lower road.
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WATER TAXI-HIRE BOAT PACKAGE
Book a return taxi transfer & hireboat package - inclusive taxi transfers & hire boat with tank of fuel, life jackets, map & basic 'how to drive' instructions. Your boat will be at the MACKY'S jetty waiting and you will travel upriver in comfort in the water taxi with your belongings . Booking well in advance as only limited number of taxi /boat packages available.
Easy to drive tinny, no experience or licence needed for beginners...
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HIRE BOAT SELF DRIVE FROM BROOKLYN or BEROWRA
No experience or boat license then have a boat for exploring & fishing or simply drifting along the river are easy to handle & Brooklyn Central staff give you a thorough travel from Brooklyn to Mackys at Milsons Passage is approx. 40 - 50 mins depending on tide
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NEED A BOAT- have a boat licence
range of high horse power options available
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OWN TRAILER BOAT
up to 5 suitable . Private pontoon. Launch at Mooney Mooney ramp ....Some guests enjoy the longer & very scenic boat journey from Apple Tree Bay or Akuna Bay in Cowan Creek.
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RESTAURANTS: CAFES - offering a private boat transfer service
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PEATS BITE RESTAURANT wed - sun advance bookings essential. A great place for a long relaxed lunch, in one of the most beautiful & unique locations on the river. You will need to advance book in your boat transfers with the restaurant at the time of booking your table. You can also travel there by hire boat or own boat
THE ANCHOR CAFE SPENCER serving legendary breakfasts, Aussie brunch & Burger menu. Weekends the coolroom is stocked with prawns & oysters Truly the 'Hub of the Universe'. Also offerring door to door transfers. Live music on weekends. Bottle Shop on site. About 10km upriver by boat.
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RESTAURANTS: CAFES - for 30hp plus boats
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COTTAGE POINT INN .......Cottage Point Inn is open 6 days in summer so is perfect when staying mid week, ....... A stunning setting & excellent la carte or degustation menu,
COTTAGE POINT KIOSK ....fabulous food in relaxed surrounds
Travel to Cottage Point - approx. 25km each way
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BEROWRA WATERS INN Fri - Sun right on the waters edge 5 star degustation dining
A CHEFS SECRET ... Italian a a carte on waters edge
WATER VISTA CAFE ...waterfront casual dining
Travel to Berowra Waters - approx 15km each way -
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GENERAL NOTES
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RATES are inclusive linen
CATERING - subect to availability - delicious ready to heat/serve dinners and brunches can be ordered at time of booking accomodation
CHILDREN stay at the full responsibility of parents as there are no safety latches on cupboards or fences along waters bring children you agree to these terms
we will give you all the CONTACT NUMBERS for BOAT OPERATORS & RESTAURANTS , when you have booked as STAYZ/ HOMEAWAY does not allow phone contacts to be published on this site
There is no river garbage service so guests take their garbage back to mainland bins located at all the jetties & ramps - just like the locals do
We hope to see you
Regards
Jacqui at Hawkesbury Bookings

This 2 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Cottage has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

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