Michelle’s guidebook
Cafes and Restaurants
Good food in a lovely heritage building in a rustic country setting. Andrew Hefill is a local chef whose done a great job with this place. This is the nearest restaurant to the cottage - a 15 minute drive back towards Nowra.
Highly recommend it as a casual but classy dining experience.
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The Butter Factory Restaurant
739 Greenwell Point RdGood food in a lovely heritage building in a rustic country setting. Andrew Hefill is a local chef whose done a great job with this place. This is the nearest restaurant to the cottage - a 15 minute drive back towards Nowra.
Highly recommend it as a casual but classy dining experience.
An excellent lunch time option, this rustic cafe restaurant is located in the Jindy Andy Mill complex. Greendale's offers a good menu of hearty food using fresh, local ingredients. The philosophy is "paddock to plate". Open Wednesdays to Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm.
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Greendale's Cafe
719 Greenwell Point RdAn excellent lunch time option, this rustic cafe restaurant is located in the Jindy Andy Mill complex. Greendale's offers a good menu of hearty food using fresh, local ingredients. The philosophy is "paddock to plate". Open Wednesdays to Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm.
Voted People's Choice Best Fish and Chips in NSW for 3 years running - and we vouch for the quality of their food. Great location on the waterfront at nearby Greenwell Point, worth a day trip from the cottage.
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Pelican Rocks Seafood Restaurant & Cafe
117 Greenwell Point RdVoted People's Choice Best Fish and Chips in NSW for 3 years running - and we vouch for the quality of their food. Great location on the waterfront at nearby Greenwell Point, worth a day trip from the cottage.
A bistro/cafe style eatery with good food, good wine list, nice cocktails, friendly service. Speciality is local blackfish and chips, but they do other seafood very well too.
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The Little Snapper
10 Fairlands StA bistro/cafe style eatery with good food, good wine list, nice cocktails, friendly service. Speciality is local blackfish and chips, but they do other seafood very well too.
A nice dining experience in Nowra, Ponte has good food with a tapas menu at night and a terrific wine and cocktail selection. Right on the river near the bridge (hence the name!), Ponte is worth a visit during your stay at the Cottage.
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Ponte Bar and Dining
10 Wharf RdA nice dining experience in Nowra, Ponte has good food with a tapas menu at night and a terrific wine and cocktail selection. Right on the river near the bridge (hence the name!), Ponte is worth a visit during your stay at the Cottage.
Offering wholesome food and beverages. Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options.
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Seasalt of Culburra
151 Prince Edward AveOffering wholesome food and beverages. Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options.
The Huskisson Hotel is as much a part of Jervis Bay as the famous white sand beaches. The iconic hotel opened its doors in 1932 and renovations have seen the building take on a mix of modern and heritage characteristics. Located at the end of the street with unparalleled views overlooking the bay. You and your family want go hungry at the Huskinson Hotel.
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Huskisson Hotel
75 Owen StThe Huskisson Hotel is as much a part of Jervis Bay as the famous white sand beaches. The iconic hotel opened its doors in 1932 and renovations have seen the building take on a mix of modern and heritage characteristics. Located at the end of the street with unparalleled views overlooking the bay. You and your family want go hungry at the Huskinson Hotel.
Fish & Chip Takeway right here in Callala Beach. Grab your scallops and walk to the beach to enjoy. 8:30am to 7pm everyday.
Hungry Seagull
3 Parkes CrescentFish & Chip Takeway right here in Callala Beach. Grab your scallops and walk to the beach to enjoy. 8:30am to 7pm everyday.
Pizza, Pasta & Gelato - located at the Emmett Street shops in Callala Bay - delivery is $2 to the cottage.
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Salute Pizzeria & Restaurant
55 Emmett StreetPizza, Pasta & Gelato - located at the Emmett Street shops in Callala Bay - delivery is $2 to the cottage.
A lovely quaint restaurant. The menu isn’t big but what they make they make well, we recommend the crispy pork belly. Portion sizes are spot on, service is great and made to order. They are BYO as well which is always a plus.
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Bingo Chinese Restaurant
55 Emmett StA lovely quaint restaurant. The menu isn’t big but what they make they make well, we recommend the crispy pork belly. Portion sizes are spot on, service is great and made to order. They are BYO as well which is always a plus.
Contemporary indoor-outdoor eatery in Worrigee with a farm-to-plate casual menu and woodfire pizzas. Set in a beautiful natural environment with a large garden and views of the countryside
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The Growers Shoalhaven
131 Greenwell Point RdContemporary indoor-outdoor eatery in Worrigee with a farm-to-plate casual menu and woodfire pizzas. Set in a beautiful natural environment with a large garden and views of the countryside
Sightseeing
Dolphin and whale watching. You will also get up close to some of the spectacular sights around Jervis Bay.
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Dolphin Watch Cruises Jervis Bay
58 Owen StDolphin and whale watching. You will also get up close to some of the spectacular sights around Jervis Bay.
Some great walks at Abraham's Bosom, Currarong. Taking in the beach, the headland, some great rocky inlets, bushland and an old shipwreck. Especially take the tracks to Goseng's Tunnel and Mermaid Inlet for some spectacular coastal scenery.
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Abrahams Bosom Reserve
Gerringong StreetSome great walks at Abraham's Bosom, Currarong. Taking in the beach, the headland, some great rocky inlets, bushland and an old shipwreck. Especially take the tracks to Goseng's Tunnel and Mermaid Inlet for some spectacular coastal scenery.
Just go for a walk in either direction, you have 3 to 4 kms of fantastic beach to enjoy.
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Callala Beach
Just go for a walk in either direction, you have 3 to 4 kms of fantastic beach to enjoy.
Drive through natural scrub and beautiful spring wildflowers to Point Perpendicular Lighthouse, and the spectacular escarpment at Jervis Bay. There is no access to the inside of the lighthouse, but the view from the grounds of the lighthouse alone, makes this drive worthwhile.
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Point Perpendicular Light
LOT 51 Lighthouse RdDrive through natural scrub and beautiful spring wildflowers to Point Perpendicular Lighthouse, and the spectacular escarpment at Jervis Bay. There is no access to the inside of the lighthouse, but the view from the grounds of the lighthouse alone, makes this drive worthwhile.
Green Patch Beach is a popular snorkelling spot for the younger ones and those who are just starting out. The calm and safe water makes for a great environment to learn the ropes. This beach is located inside Booderee National Park, filled with tonnes of local wildlife including wallabies, lorikeets and echidnas. You'll be able to spot these lovely creatures on the land but also catch a glimpse of octopus, squid and many species of fish that often swim about around the rock platforms. While you're here, be sure to venture along the easy Telegraph Creek Walking Trail that gives visitors a great insight into the surrounding vegetation.
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Green Patch
Village RoadGreen Patch Beach is a popular snorkelling spot for the younger ones and those who are just starting out. The calm and safe water makes for a great environment to learn the ropes. This beach is located inside Booderee National Park, filled with tonnes of local wildlife including wallabies, lorikeets and echidnas. You'll be able to spot these lovely creatures on the land but also catch a glimpse of octopus, squid and many species of fish that often swim about around the rock platforms. While you're here, be sure to venture along the easy Telegraph Creek Walking Trail that gives visitors a great insight into the surrounding vegetation.
A good, easy walk around the headland north of Culburra Beach. Ruins of an old lighthouse, great coastal views. Do this walk as an easy hour or so, or combine with other tracks along the Crookhaven riverfront for a more substantial hike. And you may see whales off the shore if you visit between May and November.
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Crookhaven Lighthouse
A good, easy walk around the headland north of Culburra Beach. Ruins of an old lighthouse, great coastal views. Do this walk as an easy hour or so, or combine with other tracks along the Crookhaven riverfront for a more substantial hike. And you may see whales off the shore if you visit between May and November.
With stunning blue water, Myola Beach is a favourite family destination. It offers its visitors a great place for swimming, windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling. Myola has good boat ramp facilities and the area is very popular for fishing, sailing and boating enthusiasts.
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Myola
With stunning blue water, Myola Beach is a favourite family destination. It offers its visitors a great place for swimming, windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling. Myola has good boat ramp facilities and the area is very popular for fishing, sailing and boating enthusiasts.
The Husky Ferry operates on weekends and holidays during summer, taking people from Myola to Huskisson and back. A convenient way to visit Huskisson, with its shops and cafes and coastal walks, as an alternative to the drive around via Forest Road.
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Husky Ferry, Myola Pickup Point
Catherine StreetThe Husky Ferry operates on weekends and holidays during summer, taking people from Myola to Huskisson and back. A convenient way to visit Huskisson, with its shops and cafes and coastal walks, as an alternative to the drive around via Forest Road.
An amazing walk from Blenheim Beach in Vincentia to Hyams Beach and back - 40minutes each way. You get amazing views on the track, crystal blue waters and white sandy beaches.
White Sands Walk
An amazing walk from Blenheim Beach in Vincentia to Hyams Beach and back - 40minutes each way. You get amazing views on the track, crystal blue waters and white sandy beaches.
Shopping
Interesting stores selling antiques, casual clothing, lollies and bric-a-brac located in historic heritage buildings.
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Jindyandy Mill
719 Greenwell Point RdInteresting stores selling antiques, casual clothing, lollies and bric-a-brac located in historic heritage buildings.
Visit Australia's champion oyster opener Jim Wild at his Oyster Development Site at Greenwell Point. Purchase Greenwell Point rock oysters or Pacific oysters which are grown in the estuary of the Crookhaven and Shoalhaven Rivers. Also selling beautiful and fresh Australian prawns.
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Jim Wild's Oysters
170 Greens RdVisit Australia's champion oyster opener Jim Wild at his Oyster Development Site at Greenwell Point. Purchase Greenwell Point rock oysters or Pacific oysters which are grown in the estuary of the Crookhaven and Shoalhaven Rivers. Also selling beautiful and fresh Australian prawns.
Great coffee right here in Callala Bay and the kids will love the donuts. Bread is also delicious.
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Remos Bakery
Great coffee right here in Callala Bay and the kids will love the donuts. Bread is also delicious.
A well stocked IGA in a complex that also has a pharmacy, butcher, bakery, pizza restaurant, cafe and liquor store. 4 km, or 5 minutes drive, from the cottage.
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IGA Callala Bay
55 Emmett StA well stocked IGA in a complex that also has a pharmacy, butcher, bakery, pizza restaurant, cafe and liquor store. 4 km, or 5 minutes drive, from the cottage.
Not a late night chemist, but handy if you need any medicines, etc.
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Callala Bay Pharmacy
55 Emmett StNot a late night chemist, but handy if you need any medicines, etc.
A bit further to drive than the local IGA, Woolworths is a 15 minute drive for your convience.
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Woolworths Culburra Beach
22 Weston StA bit further to drive than the local IGA, Woolworths is a 15 minute drive for your convience.
Nowra Fresh Fish & Meat Market have the largest variety of local fresh and frozen seafood and meats on the South Coast of New South Wales. It truly is worth your while to come for a visit and see the shop with your own eyes. The staff are very knowledgeable and happy to assist you where they can.
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Nowra Fresh Fish & Meat Market
2 East StNowra Fresh Fish & Meat Market have the largest variety of local fresh and frozen seafood and meats on the South Coast of New South Wales. It truly is worth your while to come for a visit and see the shop with your own eyes. The staff are very knowledgeable and happy to assist you where they can.
Right next to the Nowra Fresh Fish and Meat Market, stock up on your vegetables, herbs, milk, great cheese selection.
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Nowra Farmers Market
111 North StRight next to the Nowra Fresh Fish and Meat Market, stock up on your vegetables, herbs, milk, great cheese selection.
Entertainment
Roxy Cinema Nowra offers movies with the latest 3D technology, plus a great snack and coffee bar.
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Roxy Theatre
114 Pine AvenueRoxy Cinema Nowra offers movies with the latest 3D technology, plus a great snack and coffee bar.
Our local bistro offers casual dining. The courtesy bus runs around the local area 7 days a week. There is usually entertainment on a Saturday night. Bowling green and 18-hole Golf course is also available for your enjoyment.
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Club Callala
43 Callala Beach RdOur local bistro offers casual dining. The courtesy bus runs around the local area 7 days a week. There is usually entertainment on a Saturday night. Bowling green and 18-hole Golf course is also available for your enjoyment.
Winery's
Cambewarra Estate Winery lies at the foothills of the majestic Cambewarra Mountain. They offer a diverse range of premium, award winning wines, with something to suit everyone. The Estate features a cellar door, restaurant, high tea, a vineyard reception room and stunning outdoor spaces ideal to celebrate that next special occasion.
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Cambewarra Estate Winery
520 Illaroo RdCambewarra Estate Winery lies at the foothills of the majestic Cambewarra Mountain. They offer a diverse range of premium, award winning wines, with something to suit everyone. The Estate features a cellar door, restaurant, high tea, a vineyard reception room and stunning outdoor spaces ideal to celebrate that next special occasion.
Nice wines, some good produce such as figs and oils, but the view is stunning across the Shoalhaven River. A recent upgrade to the cellar door makes a visit even more appealing.
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Two Figs Winery
905 Bolong RdNice wines, some good produce such as figs and oils, but the view is stunning across the Shoalhaven River. A recent upgrade to the cellar door makes a visit even more appealing.
Worth the one hour drive south, for the excellent food and wonderful views west over the Budawang ranges. Craft beers made on the premises, home made cocktails infused with home grown herbs and an excellent wine selection including Cupitts own all add to the great experience of a meal at Cupitts Kitchen.
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I-Cupitts Winery
58 Washburton RdWorth the one hour drive south, for the excellent food and wonderful views west over the Budawang ranges. Craft beers made on the premises, home made cocktails infused with home grown herbs and an excellent wine selection including Cupitts own all add to the great experience of a meal at Cupitts Kitchen.
The history of Coolangatta Estate stretches back to the early 19th Century. The Estate is the site of the first European settlement on the South Coast of NSW, Australia. One of the more established wineries in the area with a nice bistro.
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Coolangatta Estate
1335 Bolong RdThe history of Coolangatta Estate stretches back to the early 19th Century. The Estate is the site of the first European settlement on the South Coast of NSW, Australia. One of the more established wineries in the area with a nice bistro.
The estate is a working vineyard operating from buildings used in the original dairy farm established in 1870. The premises have been fully restored and visitors can enjoy a walk around the vineyard followed by a tasting of wine at the cellar door or a browse through the art gallery and enjoy a meal at the award-winning restaurant. The view accross the valley is delightful.
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Silos Estate Berry
B640 Princes HwyThe estate is a working vineyard operating from buildings used in the original dairy farm established in 1870. The premises have been fully restored and visitors can enjoy a walk around the vineyard followed by a tasting of wine at the cellar door or a browse through the art gallery and enjoy a meal at the award-winning restaurant. The view accross the valley is delightful.
With great brews, a great beer garden and great vibes Jervis Bay Brewing Co. is a unique experience in the area. They have different food trucks everyday, and cater for non-beer lovers with a selection of wines and soft drinks.
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Jervis Bay Brewing Co
3 Duranbah DrWith great brews, a great beer garden and great vibes Jervis Bay Brewing Co. is a unique experience in the area. They have different food trucks everyday, and cater for non-beer lovers with a selection of wines and soft drinks.
Experiences
Shoalhaven Zoo boasts an extensive collection of native and exotic animals, set in amongst the most spectacular natural rock formations and bushland, all on the banks of the beautiful Shoalhaven River.
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Shoalhaven Zoo And Adventure World
23 Rock Hill RdShoalhaven Zoo boasts an extensive collection of native and exotic animals, set in amongst the most spectacular natural rock formations and bushland, all on the banks of the beautiful Shoalhaven River.
Trees Adventure is Australia's premier tree top adventure high ropes experience. The park features exciting and challenging obstacle courses high up in the tree canopy, that will have all the family swinging, leaping, climbing and flying through the forest - allowing thrill seekers and nature enthusiasts to experience the trees like never before.
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Trees Adventure - Nowra Park
23 Rock Hill RdTrees Adventure is Australia's premier tree top adventure high ropes experience. The park features exciting and challenging obstacle courses high up in the tree canopy, that will have all the family swinging, leaping, climbing and flying through the forest - allowing thrill seekers and nature enthusiasts to experience the trees like never before.
The Museum exhibits a range of nautical equipment, models, photographs, paintings, drawings and objects relating to the history and heritage of the Jervis Bay area. Home to the historic Lady Denman ferry and other historic vessels. Located in Huskisson, the Museum enjoys a waterfront location on Currambene Creek.
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Jervis Bay Maritime Museum
11 Woollamia RdThe Museum exhibits a range of nautical equipment, models, photographs, paintings, drawings and objects relating to the history and heritage of the Jervis Bay area. Home to the historic Lady Denman ferry and other historic vessels. Located in Huskisson, the Museum enjoys a waterfront location on Currambene Creek.