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Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat

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Marina
Fireplace, books
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Sun loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat

Escape to paradise!
Cosy open plan waterfront fisherman’s cottage on beautiful Pittwater.
Clean, private and peaceful with full north aspect providing sun all day throughout the whole year making it a perfect escape in all seasons.
Private deep water jetty with sandy beach for swimming.
Stunning 180 degree unobstructed water views.
Child friendly and pet friendly.
Kayaks, paddle boards and fishing gear provided.
Fire place inside the cottage and fire pit on the waterfront.
Lorikeets, cockatoos, king parrots, currawongs and kookaburras visit regularly.
Ku-ring-gai national park is at your doorstep with beautiful nature and wildlife, bush walks and indigenous heritage sites.
Many extras can be arranged locally including catering, local tours and boat trips, massages, fishing charters, whale watching etc.
Rest, relax and reset in a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle, yet only 45 minutes from the city.

Property manager

Sophie Haythornthwaite

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: smoking allowed on deck but not in house

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: dogs must be on leash when in public spaces.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: small gatherings fine but no big loud parties
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2105, PID-STRA-15643

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Island Paradise Private Waterfront Retreat
Island Paradise - Private Waterfront Retreat Sydney
Island Paradise - Private Waterfront Retreat Cottage
Island Paradise - Private Waterfront Retreat Cottage Sydney

About the area

Map
Scotland Island, NSW

What's nearby

  • Mona Vale Beach - 15 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Newport Beach - 16 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Bilgola Beach - 17 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Avalon Beach - 19 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Manly Beach - 32 min drive - 20.2 km

Restaurants

  • The Newport
  • The Waterfront Cafe & General Store
  • 4 Pines Public House Newport
  • Bilgola Deli Cafe
  • Clareville Kiosk

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat on Jul 22, 2025 start from CA $446.69, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat located?

Set in Scotland Island, this family-friendly cottage is steps from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

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Island Paradise | Private Waterfront Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Good time relaxing, walking on island, ferry trip around island and to Western Pittwater shore.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We loved our stay on Scotland Island. The house is set amongst the most tranquil surroundings and has everyone you need and more for a comfortable stay! We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Due to weather I was unable to take my boat to dock we took the ferry and met some of the locals that was a fun experience and very friendly. Even Zoe the lab. Loved the experience. The deck might however need a bit of attention. In general fantastic place to relax and enjoy. In total 4 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10

We had a wonderful couple of days at this property. It's a simple, but well equiped and relaxing home with the most gorgeous views. We enjoyed a great mix of doing "nothing" (dinner and family on the deck) and being active on the water, taking advantage of the free kayaks and paddleboards. 2 nights definitely felt longer and I can't say when I last felt this relaxed! Sophie is a wonderful host and we can't wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10

Beautiful spot and lots of fun. thanks sophie!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

Am excellent place for a quick get away from Sydney
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

My husband stayed on the property to Celebrate our ten year wedding anniversary. Sophie was a wonderful host and her property on Pittwater was relaxing and gorgeous. Felt like we had left Sydney! Will definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10

We stayed at Sophie’s place with our family of four, and had an absolutely amazing time at the property, there were lots of kayaks and paddles boards to use. There was a huge deck which was fantastic to sit out and eat dinner and watch life on the Pitt Water. The property itself was the perfect size for our family.. will absolutely be returning. Sophie was very warm and friendly, gave us lots of tips prior to arrive and checked in to how we were going and if we needed anything during our stay..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this property on Scotland Island. Didn't stay very long but it felt very restful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10

Will most certainly return. Thank you.

10/10

We had a great time at sophie’s place she was extremely helpful and the view couldn’t be beat. thanks for being so accommodating to us and our puppy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10

I cannot recommend this property enough and can honestly say, this was truly like paradise. It was just a short 5-10 minute boat ride to the island and it felt like we were in a completely different country. We had a beautiful cabin to stay in, complete with a wood burner, ample cooking utensils, BBQ and outdoor furniture! It even came fully equipped for lots of water sports.... Kayaks, paddle boards and a boat! However, the best bit about our stay has got to be the host- Sophie is incredible and couldn't be more helpful. Me being a stress head, meant Sophie had numerous questions from me before we stayed and she couldn't have answered me quick enough. She spent the time to get to know me and my partner and even joined us on the deck for a few glasses of wine. Sophie has a lot of passion for the island and she couldn't have been a better host, tour guide and friend. Sophie even organised her friend to pick us from Taylors point and drop us off, so we didn't even have to jump on the ferry to reach her place. It amazes me how little people know about this remote paradise and I am already so excited to plan our next trip and visit again. I would highly recommend you go on a Sunday so you can kayak to the mainland (15 minutes) and take in the sunset/live music. I surprised my partner here for his 30th birthday and it couldn't have gone better. I would highly recommend you visit Sophie and her place. I still can't believe we were only 45 minutes away from Sydney CBD. Thank you so much Sophie!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay here. Came with my wife and two boys (7 and 12), and had a great time. Probably the best part was the access to the shore with the jetty - boys tracking the various wildlife (small stingrays, jellyfish, squids, fish) and gnarly relaxing with nature. Great part is the isolation as well. And really well catered for by Sophie - very welcoming and made our stay worthwhile. Could highly recommend! Brendan
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

Beautiful setting, overlooking Pittwater
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10

We had a beautiful weekend at Sophie’s place. It was an adventure getting on water taxis’ and exploring the island and the house was very comfortable in a perfect location. All in all a lovely and very relaxing time. Thanks again Sophie

10/10

The best view you can wish for. Sophie went out of her way to accommodate and make things happen for us the way we wanted and more. Can't wait to come back to Sophie’s property again. Kira As the recipient of this gift; I was very impressed. Sophie went out of her way to make us welcome. David
Stayed 1 night in May 2019