Cockle Bay House is located right in the middle of the Central Coast of New South Wales - one of Australia's most popular tourist destinations.
The property backs onto Cockle Bay on the beautiful and well known Brisbane Water. A tributary of Cockle Bay also cuts through the land, making approximately 7 acres of the property a virtual island which adds to the uniqueness of the experience.
An abundance of birdlife is present in the area, with the neighbour Mr Ray Jacobs (an amateur ornithologist) sighting and recording more than 60 bird species being present in the area.
Nearby in the Kincumber area there are tourism activities such as horse riding, golf, water skiing, bushwalking and art galleries.
Dining Out on The Central Coast
The Central Coast features an abundance of restaurants, clubs and sporting facilities.
Cockle Bay House recommends these world class local restaurants and eateries that are all 10 minutes away or less:
- The Avoca Point Cafe - Avoca Beach. Tel 02-4382 2760. Spectacular beachfront location offering light and imaginative breakfasts and lunch 7 days a week
Dinner Friday and Saturday nights featuring daily menus including fresh seafood.
- Blue Bar & Restaurant - Avoca Beach. Licensed. Tel 02-4381 0707. A feast of dining sensations, located on the beach
- Letterbox Restaurant. Licensed. Tel 02-4385 4222. Modern innovative cuisine, located in Terrigal's historic post office building. Warm log fire in winter
- The Reef Restaurant & Grill. BYO. Tel 02-4385 3222. Serving a variety of fresh food. Dine in a casual manner on the beach at The Haven Terrigal
- Lizotte's Restaurant - Kincumber. Licensed. Tel 02-4368 2017. Two minutes from Cockle Bay House. Music, food & wine.
- Cafe Sirocco - Copacabana Beach. BYO. Tel 02-4382 6967. Beachside cafe serving varied cuisine influenced by the Mediterranean and North Africa.
- The Boathouse. Licensed. Tel 02-4342 9994. High quality cuisine, with spectacular views of Brisbane Water at Koolewong
- Caroline Bay Brasserie - East Gosford. Tel 02-4324 8099. Open from 9am - 4pm seven days for breakfast, lunch, morning or afternoon teas
- Pearls on the Beach - Pearl Beach. Licensed and BYO. Tel 02-4342 4400. Innovative fine dining in a casual, friendly environment meters from the sand
The Terrigal Memorial Country Club offers all the normal facilities of a large club along with golf course, bowling greens and tennis courts.
Sightseeing Around Terrigal
Experience the natural beauty of Australia with some bush and beach walking. Only a short distance from Cockle Bay House is the Bouddi National Park which has many small forested beaches hills and cliffs to explore.
Exploring the waterways of Brisbane Water and the nearby Hawkesbury River can be a great way to relax during your holiday. Regular ferry services and cruises operate around the Brisbane Water.
With several National Parks and reserves in the area there are plenty of walks and trails on the Central Coast. The Katandra Walking Trails has many bush walks ranging from easy to difficult.
Major Tourist Attractions
The NSW Central Coast has major tourism attractions to suit everyone including the Australian Reptile Park - see some of Australia's unique and deadly native wildlife.
Experience native Australian flora and fauna in the natural habitat at the Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park.
Sporting Activities
The Central Coast of NSW offers a variety of water activities and watersports. From fishing adventures to kayaking the inland waters and swimming, the choice is yours.
Several fishing charter companies offer cruises, reef fishing and game fishing. The tourism award winning Central Coast Charters has a range of fishing trips and cruises.
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