Pretty Beach House

The sumptuously appointed Pretty Beach House nestled into the escarpment, high above Pretty Beach on the NSW Bouddi Peninsula, demands that the luxury compass be reset for just 100 kilometres north of Sydney.

Offering a new style of luxury, this exclusive guesthouse has only four, one-bedroom pavilions on the seven and a half-acre property, with guests experiencing all-inclusive, personalised service.

Guests arrive at the top of the steep winding driveway and discover a forest of ancient angophora eucalypts leading to the main house. Beyond the glass entrance hall guests are welcomed into the atrium dining room, which opens to the vast infinity pool deck and sparkling water views.

Surrounding this sanctuary are Pretty Beach House's three private pavilions, each with its own heated plunge pool, beautifully appointed lounge areas, outdoor day beds and generous private decks.

The grand atrium dining room, lounge and bar area of the main house is the centre of activity, with seasonal, daily menus as well as morning and afternoon teas provided by renowned Italian chef Stefano Manfredi and his expert team.

The proximity of the secluded sandy beaches and many well marked walking trails of Bouddi National Park make a guided walk or picnic lunch a must.

Stay

Pretty Beach House redefines the typical guesthouse tradition and sets a new benchmark with its signature appointments and world-class approach to every aspect of the guest experience.

All four pavilions are similar yet distinctly different. These spacious king suites are light, airy and furnished with fine Belgium linens, coconut velvets and plush leathers. Each has a rustic feel with lime washed timbers, woven rattan matting, and handcrafted accessories. Floor to ceiling glass doors open onto generous poolside decks with double day bed and sun lounges, which insist that laying around between dips in the heated plunge pools be a mandatory occupation. Guests are encouraged to mix a drink from the complimentary well-stocked bar to complete a slice of heaven.

Experience

The serene and quintessentially Australian bush setting at Pretty Beach House offers rest and relaxation, however it can also become the center of a full expedition experience.

Coastal Bushwalking

Excursions can be as simple as a professionally guided bushwalk with many well-marked coastal walking trails in the surrounding natural wonder of the Bouddi National Park.

Lobster Beach, Box Head and the surf break at Tallow Beach are all within easy walking distance, while Killcare surf beach, Maitland Bay and the seaside villages of Killcare, Wagstaffe and Hardy's Bay are close by.

A leisurely 20 minute stroll through untouched native flora to the tip of the Aboriginal Dreaming sacred site of Box Head is breathtaking, with stunning 180 degree views of the five surrounding waterways including Broken Bay to Palm Beach and the Barenjoey light house.

Indigenous Connections

Pretty Beach House is located in the serene and quintessentially Australian bushland setting of the Bouddi National Park. The word ‘Bouddi’ is the local Aboriginal name for the eastern headland of Maitland Bay and has become synonymous with the national park and the surrounding area. It has various meanings in local Aboriginal languages, and is thought to mean 'heart' or 'water breaking over rocks'. The Bouddi Peninsula is a very special landscape - around 100 Aboriginal sites have been recorded in the park and nearby areas. There is even aboriginal artwork dating back almost 10,000 years right on the doorstep to Pretty Beach House.

Pretty Beach House also offer cultural tours on the property and through the Bouddi National Park, for guests to experience and discover the historical and cultural significance of the Darkinjung people’s kinship with the ocean and the land of the Bouddi National Park.

Pretty Beach Cabo Sports Cruiser

A tailored expedition aboard the Pretty Beach Cabo Sports Cruiser can be pre arranged and booked upon reservation. The Pretty Beach Cabo cruiser can also collect guests from Sydney and bring them to Pretty Beach up the coastline (or vice versa).

For the adventurous, a challenging game fishing expedition aboard the 38-foot CABO Sports Cruiser is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

A leisurely sightseeing cruise around the scenic waterways to one of the many secluded bays or beaches with a delicious Pretty Beach House picnic hamper can be arranged.

Cooking Classes

With one of Stefano Manfredi’s expert chefs always on hand at Pretty Beach House, guests can learn the secrets of the Manfredi kitchen using locally harvested seasonal produce.

Hands on private cooking classes can be arranged with appropriate notice at an additional cost.

Spa treatments

The Bouddi Spa is a haven for guests offering with spa treatments that have been thoughtfully designed to rebalance the synergy between mind, body & soul. Pure Australian botanical products from the LI’TYA range are featured in the spa, offering a true spirit of place and connection to the earth. LI’TYA harnesses the earth’s elements to provide the finest spa treatments.

Aboriginal culture recognizes the significance of the elements in terms of their physical, emotional, spiritual and environmental aspects. The Bouddi Spa treatments aim to bring balance between these elements by combining a range of sensory therapies selected for their efficiency in purifying, nourishing and harmonizing the body as a whole.

Food and Wine

The Manfredi approach to simplicity, elegance, service and superb food is evident in every aspect of the culinary delights of Pretty Beach House.

Italian born Stefano Manfredi is one of Australia’s most celebrated and influential chefs and a leading exponent of Modern Italian cuisine. He has influenced the way we eat in Australia since first opening The Restaurant Manfredi in 1983, which was awarded a coveted Three Chefs Hats by the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide 1995.

Guests may dine in the atrium dining room, privately within their own pavilion, in the wine cellar or al fresco on the landscaped property. An extensive range of premium wines and spirits has been selected to complete the gastronomic experience. For those looking even further, the wine cellar is stocked with rare old and new world wines.