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www.jervisbayrentals.com.au              02 4407 6007

                                                        Front cover: Nelson Beach. Back cover: Kangaroo Valley.
                                                                                                                                  4    Acknowledgement of Country                             26   Pet Friendly Haven
                                                                                                                                  6    Connecting to Country                                  28   Float Your Boat
                                                                                                                                  8    Adventure into Wellbeing                               30   Lift Your Spirits
                                                                                                                                  10   White Sands Coast                                      32   Venues & Vows

                                                        This page: Florence Head Walking Track.
                                                                                                                                  12   Foodie Delights                                        33   Shoalhaven Business Events
                                                                                                                                  14   Wine & Whales                                          34   Nature Stays
                                                                                                                                  16   Inclusive Holidays                                     35   Sponsors
                                                                                                                                  18   Build Your trip                                        58   Service Directory
                                                                                                                                  20   Rainy Day Escapades                                    66   Conscious Traveller
                                                                                                                                  22   Art & Culture Trails                                   67   Shoalhaven Visitor Services and
                                                                                                                                  24   Events                                                      Entertainment Centre

                                                                                                                                  © Copyright Shoalhaven City Council. All information in this brochure is
                                                                                                                                  correct at time of publication. Prices are subject to change at any time.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Operators appearing in
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              purple throughout this
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            guide indicates accessible
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           facilities. Contact individual
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            operators for more info, or
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             for fully audited products
                                                                                                                  SHOALHAVEN VISITOR CENTRES                                                                                     visit itsheaven.org
                                                                                                                  Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Nowra
                                                                                                                  42 Bridge Road
                                                                                                                  Ulladulla Civic Centre
                                                                                                                  Princes Hwy
                                                                                                                  ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS                                       Just 2 hours drive from Sydney and Canberra
                                                                                                                  & VISITOR INFORMATION                                        FROM SYDNEY                                FROM MELBOURNE
                                                                                                                  tourism@shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au                                Via M1/A1 - 145 km (2hrs)                  Via Highway No.1 - 830km (10hrs)
                                                                                                                  02 4421 0778                                                 Via Grand Pacific Drive - 163km (2.5hrs)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          BUS & RAIL
                                                                                                                                                                               Via Hume Highway (2hrs)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Transport Info 131 500
                                                                                                                  @visitshoalhaven                                             FROM CANBERRA                              transportnsw.info
                                                                                                                                                                               Via Kings Highway - 280km (2.5hrs)
                                                                                                                  #shoalhaven                                                  Main Road 92 - 143km (2hrs)
                                                                                                                  shoalhaven.com
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                                                                   Kangaroo
                                                                   Valley

                                Tallowa
                                Dam
                                             Dharawal                                          Berry

                                                                                       Shoalhaven
                                                                                                                      Travel thoughtfully and respectfully,
                                                                                             Heads
                                                                                Cullunghutti
                                                                                                                   remembering the footsteps of the ancestors
                                             Burrier

                         Ettrema
                                                                    Nowra
                                                                                   Greenwell
                                                                                       Point
                                                                                                                        who walked this land before you,
                                                                                                                            and those who will follow.
                                          Yalwal                                           Culburra
                                                                                             Beach

                                                                                         Callala
    Dhurga & Dharawal are                                                                   Bay
    the identified Aboriginal
    languages in the Shoalhaven                                                                        Currarong
    and beyond.                                                              Huskisson
                                                        Tomerong
                                                     Bewong
                    Sassafras                Wandandian                      Vincentia

                                                                   Sussex           Booderee NP
                                                                     Inlet

                                                         Cudmirrah
                                    Fishermans
                                       Paradise        Bendalong

                                                     Lake

               Dhurga                      Milton
                                                   Conjola

             Didthul
          Pigeon House                     Mollymook
             Mountain                      Ulladulla
        Yadboro

                                      Lake
                                   Tabourie

                       Termeil
                  Mogood
                                   Bawley
                                    Point

                                  Kioloa

                         Durras
                         North                                                                                      Acknowledgement of Country
                                                                                                                    We acknowledge all Aboriginal people of the             As you journey through the Shoalhaven,
                                                                                                                    Shoalhaven, the Bhwerawerri, Budawang,                  absorb the beauty of the land, its magnificent
                                                                                                                    Jerrinja, Murramarang, Tomikin, Wandi                   landscapes, spectacular waterways and
                                                                                                                    wandandian, Wodi wodi, Yuin and associated              abundance of native flora and fauna. Travel
                                                                                                                    clans of which many are Dhurga and Dharawal             thoughtfully and respectfully, remembering
                                                                                                                    language speakers. We value their long rich,            the footsteps of the ancestors who walked this
                                                                                                                    cultural and spiritual connections to the               land before you, and those who will follow.
                                                                                                                    Shoalhaven area.

                                                                                                                    Natural landmarks like Cullunghutti Mountain (image above), Moyean Hill (north of Cullunghutti Mountain)
                                                                                                                    and Didthul Pigeon House Mountain (Balgan), hold significant cultural meaning to Aboriginal people of the
                                                                                                                    Shoalhaven and beyond.
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                                                                                         Enjoy an educational day of bush food and cultural                gallery Giriwa Garuwanga. During the summer holidays,
                                                                                         knowledge with Uncle Noel and Aunty Trish of Nura                 Murrawadeen Bush Tours offer tours in bush tucker,
                                                                                         Gunyu in the south of our region near Mollymook,                  heritage and culture in Huskisson.
                                                                                         or join Aunty Deidre from Bugiya Naway Buradja
                                                                                                                                                           Booderee National Park on the Bhewerre Peninsula
                                                                                         (yesterday, today and tomorrow) on the sands of Jervis
                                                                                                                                                           of Jervis Bay is a unique and beautiful gem. Just like
                                                                                         Bay or Seven Mile Beach for basket weaving workshops
                                                                                                                                                           Uluru and Kakadu, the Aboriginal people of Wreck Bay
                                                                                         and bush tucker tours.
                                                                                                                                                           co-manage the area with Parks Australia. Here you can
                                                                                         For a deep cultural and spiritual experience including            discover the only Aboriginal run Botanic Gardens in
                                                                                         a cleansing smoking ceremony, book a tour with                    Australia, a school holiday program with free cultural
                                                                                         Raymond Timbery of Gadhungal Murring (saltwater                   activities such as campfire yarns, and a Visitor Centre
                                                                                         people) in Huskisson and walk through local bushland,             with Aboriginal rangers. At this ‘Bay of Plenty’, you
                                                                                         hear stories of the old people, finished off with dance           can also book a cultural experience with Aunty Julie
                                                                                         and song.                                                         Freeman from Galamban, a captivating storyteller with a
                                                                                                                                                           wealth of knowledge about her Galamban (home).
                                                                                         Meet Dwayne from Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness
                                                                                         and Mirritya Mundya who can tailor a one-to-five-                 National Parks and Wildlife Service can connect you
                                                                                         day Yuin retreat for your small group including food              with an Aboriginal Discovery Ranger for a custom tour
                                                                                         with an indigenous twist, on country walks and yarns,             of either Fitzroy Falls or Bomaderry Creek, or you can
                                                                                         and healing experiences right up and down the                     make your own way with interpretive signage at Burrill
                                                                                         beautiful south coast. Near Nowra, Matt Simms of                  Lake on the Giriwa Walking Track or the Murramarang
                                                                                         Djiriba Waagura explores the ancient landscapes                   Aboriginal Area in Bawley Point.
                                                                                         and sandstone caves of the Shoalhaven River around
                                                                                                                                                           For a magical laid-back experience, take a walk around
                                                                                         Warigala Badha (Bens Walk) where the mullet runs.
                                                                                                                                                           the Crookhaven Headland in Culburra Beach to see the
                                                                                         One of our newest operators, Gadu, offer full or half             carved poles and magnificent Jerrinja Country where
                                                                                         day tours on the water with a guide providing cultural            traditional custodians still live and care for the land.
                                                                                         narrative whilst you enjoy your tailored combination
                                                                                         of fishing, freediving or whale watching. The Ulladulla
      Make time in the Shoalhaven to connect and immerse yourself in the oldest living   Local Land Council has been running guided walks for
      culture on earth through the eyes of our local Aboriginal elders and guides.       many years on the Coomee Nulunga headland and
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Learn more at
                                                                                         has a wide range of locally crafted art for sale at their                                                     shoalhaven.com/
      Once connected, you’ll walk on country with an open heart and mind, and take
                                                                                                                                                                                                                culture
      that special gift with you, wherever you go.
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                                       DISCLAIMER
                             A selection of the Shoalhaven’s
                         Aboriginal tourism operators are listed at                                    Top left: Aunty Julie of Galamban. Left to right:
                     page 60. We acknowledge the sharing of cultural                                 Coomee Nulunga trail, Uncle Noel of Nura Gunyu,
                   knowledge is subject to community permissions and
                                                                                                  Aunty Deidre from Bugiya Naway Buradja, Raymond Timbery
                protocols. We have created this directory to assist operators
              and consumers but we do not assume or imply cultural authority.                  of Gadhungal Murring, carved poles at Crookhaven Heads.
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      Reconnect with nature by adventuring the Shoalhaven’s vast wilderness areas and
      peaceful waterways. From a quiet paddle to a heart pumping cliff climb, there are
      so many ways to rewild yourself in nature, and our friendly local guides make it
      simple. If you’re keen to try something new, here are some tips on where to start.
                                                                                                                                                        Learn more at
      The Shoalhaven is a world renowned rock climbing            helps ‘rewild’ the entire family, reconnecting kids                                 shoalhaven.com/
                                                                                                                                                            adventure
      destination. Climb Nowra and Outdoor Raw can take           and adults with nature, shelter making, and campfire
      you to the best spots for your skill level and provide      cooking.                                                                                     scan here
      all the instruction and encouragement you need to
                                                                  Explore estuaries, rivers, lakes and bays with a
      guide you safely up a spectacular precipice. Why not
                                                                  water-based tour. Book a surf lesson with one of the
      book a Cliffnic and sample fresh local produce whilst
                                                                  Shoalhaven’s many top-notch instructors, including
      safely attached to a cliff platform? Dare to climb across
                                                                  world champion surfer Pam Burridge. Kayak or canoe
      wobbly obstacle courses and zoom along ziplines at
                                                                  the epic Shoalhaven River in Kangaroo Valley where
      Trees Adventure, kids and grown ups alike will love it.
                                                                  operators offer everything from voyages through
      Whilst it’s easy to independently enjoy many of our         towering sandstone gorges and the sunken forest, to
      beautiful coastal or mountain walks, the support and        leisurely paddle trips with local wines and canapés,
      knowledge provided by a guide makes for a safer             and everything in between. Further south, take to
      and richer experience. Local guides like Big Nature         the blue and enjoy world class kayaking in the crystal
      Adventures can help you navigate and tackle full day        clear waters of Jervis Bay with resident dolphins and
      hikes like the famous Didthul Pigeon House Mountain         abundant wildlife surrounding you.
      (Balgan), or The Castle in Morton National Park.
                                                                  Whilst you’re enjoying the beautiful Shoalhaven, be
      Region X will wow you with their Murramarang Coastal
                                                                  a conscious traveller and leave only footprints on our
      Hike where the kangaroos surf and the pebbles sing -
                                                                  unspoilt land. Bring reusable carry bags, water bottles
      only a local guide can show you those things!                                                                                            Left: Three Views Walking
                                                                  and a keep cup to use at cafés. If you forget, these
                                                                                                                                              Track, Kangaroo Valley.
      Hire a mountain bike and conquer high quality trails        items can be purchased at our Nowra and Ulladulla
                                                                                                                                          Right: learn to surf with Pam
      at MUD Mountain Bike Park, ride around the brand-           Visitor Information Centres. If you’re an electric car
                                                                                                                                      Burridge, kayaking at Burrill Lake,
      new BMX track at Kangaroo Valley Pump Track or              owner, welcome! There are electric vehicle charging
                                                                                                                                  mountain biking in Currambene State
      pedal along the SCUM Tracks at Coondoo, Superbowl,          stations around the region, all of them in beautiful
                                                                                                                               Forest, Outdoor Raw’s ‘Cliffnic’.
      Butterfly and Cabbage Tree Lane trails near South           places like Silos Estate, near Berry which has the largest
      Nowra in Currambene State Forest. For the ultimate          EV charging station in Australia.
      get back to nature experience, Bluegum Bushcraft
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                                The spectacular Jervis Bay Marine Park spans over 100 km of coastline with protected
                                coves, inlets and spectacular cliffs. Its pristine underwater paradise is teeming with
                                superb marine life, and its shores are lined with white, sandy beaches, and charming
                                coastal villages just waiting to be discovered.

                                Jervis Bay’s clean waters and unique composition               every 24 days or so, creating a unique, unspoilt habitat.
                                of rock which erodes to produce fine, frosted quartz           Scientists recently discovered an amazing octopus city
                                grains, are responsible for its famous white sand. Hyams       in Jervis Bay, dubbed “Octlantis,” where octopuses,
                                Beach is just one of the 16 beautiful beaches on the           previously thought to be loners, live communally.
                                White Sands Coast so be sure to explore them all and
                                                                                               Dive or snorkel with Crest Diving, Woebegone
                                avoid the crowds! Take the Round the Bay Shared
                                                                                               Freedive, or Dive Jervis Bay for a chance to see seals,
                                Pathway along Vincentia’s picturesque Collingwood
                                                                                               penguins, turtles, sharks, and over 210 fish species. Seal
                                Beach, all the way to pet friendly Nelson Beach or
                                                                                               and dolphin watching cruises depart year-round from
                                Plantation Point Reserve. Start your trip on the northern
                                                                                               Huskisson, the heart of Jervis Bay, and whales can be
                                side of the bay with gorgeous seven-kilometre Callala
                                                                                               seen migrating from May through to November. Glide
                                Beach. Take our 100 Beach Challenge to find your new
                                                                                               across the surface of the bay on a sea kayaking tour,
                                favourite, and make your walk on all our beaches a little
                                                                                               SUP adventure, luxury sailboat, or take a scenic trip on
                                more meaningful by taking ‘3 for the sea’, keeping our
                                                                                               the Husky Ferry for a chance to see giant stingrays.
                                sparkling oceans litter free.
                                                                                               Maybe even throw in a fishing line where it’s allowed,
                                Diverse marine life thrives in Jervis Bay, where warm          but remember to follow marine park rules. For the
                                waters of the East Australian Current meet the cooler          perfect end to your Jervis Bay nature adventure, pop
                                waters from Bass Strait, along with the intermittent           into the coastal towns of Huskisson, Vincentia, St
                                surge of cold, nutrient-rich waters from the nearby            Georges Basin and Sanctuary Point for some quality
                                continental shelf. Their combined currents flow                shopping and a delicious bite to eat.
                                clockwise around the bay, completely flushing it out

                                                                                                                                            Learn more at
                                                                                                                                          shoalhaven.com/
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                                                     Top left: Hole in the Wall Beach.
                                                   Left to right: Point Perpendicular,
                                               Cabbage Tree Point, frosted quartz grains,                                       100BeachChallenge.com
                                            swim in crystal clear water, sail on Jervis Bay.                                           play online or
                                                                                                                                         on paper
                                                                                                                                       (see insert p66)
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                                                                                                The Slow Food movement is alive in the Shoalhaven,             at Flavours Shoalhaven in Berry for tasty local gourmet
                                                                                                with local groups working with chefs and cooks to award        ingredients to top off your holiday recipes. Why not try
                                                                                                the ‘Snail of Approval.’ These Shoalhaven eateries are         a cooking class to learn how to make delicious paddock
                                                                                                committed to using more local, seasonal produce.               to plate meals? If food is your passion, time your stay
                                                                                                Head to Kangaroo Valley and savour the tastes and              perfectly by checking out our events page for foodie
                                                                                                textures of offerings from The General Café and                workshops and bountiful Farmers Markets.
                                                                                                Hampden Deli. Take in epicurean experiences in Berry’s
                                                                                                                                                               Well known chefs have made their home in the
                                                                                                charming neighbourhood dining hotspots South on
                                                                                                                                                               Shoalhaven to get creative with the abundant locally
                                                                                                Albany, The Garden Berry, and Far Meadow Table. For
                                                                                                                                                               grown produce. Celebrity chef Rick Stein creates
                                                                                                coastal cuisine, a trip to Milton and Ulladulla will deliver
                                                                                                                                                               exquisite dishes using fresh, local seafood at his
                                                                                                a dining experience not to be missed with a visit to
                                                                                                                                                               restaurant Rick Stein at Bannisters in Mollymook.
                                                                                                Cupitt’s Estate, Duke & Co, GWYLO, Milk Haus, Small
                                                                                                                                                               Multi-hatted chefs bring their award-winning experience
                                                                                                Town Milton, Saltwood Café and Treehouse Café.
                                                                                                                                                               to Bangalay Dining at Shoalhaven Heads, adding beach
                                                                                                If you’re taking advantage of your holiday home and            foraged and native ingredients to fine dining dishes.
                                                                                                eating in during your stay, why not shop for farm-fresh        There are hundreds of great eateries in the Shoalhaven
                                                                                                local ingredients? For a seafood feast, scoop up fresh         with new exciting venues opening regularly so make
                                                                                                prawns and oysters at Jim Wild’s Oyster Service or             sure you keep an eye on our website and book ahead
                                                                                                neighbouring leases at Greenwell Point, or visit the           where you can. With eateries like these, it’s no wonder
                                                                                                Pelican Rocks Café, voted best fish and chips in New           the Shoalhaven is a food lovers paradise!
                                                                                                South Wales three years running. For something
                                                                                                special, head to Clyde River Berry Farm in summer to
                                                                                                pick blueberries, or Sassafras Nut Farm in autumn to
                                                                                                pick and roast chestnuts.

                                                                                                Keep things easy and breezy by stopping at Nowra
                                                                                                Fresh and Nowra Farmers Market to grab gourmet
                                                                                                local delights such as Unicorn Cheese brie, grass fed
                                                                                                Milton beef or locally caught fish. Don’t forget to stop
      The Shoalhaven’s fertile soils, lush paddocks and pristine waterways create the perfect
      conditions to grow and create delicious food. Sample produce along the South                                                                                                                          Learn more at
      Coast Foodie Trail or enjoy paddock to plate and fine dining experiences in beautiful                                                                                                               shoalhaven.com/
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   foodie
      landscapes, all delivered with friendly south coast hospitality.
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                                                                                                                     Top left: Rick Stein at Bannisters.
                                                                                                                   Left to right: South on Albany, Rooftop
                                                                                                                at Bannisters Pavilion, Far Meadow Table,
                                                                                                            Sassafras Nut Farm, Bangalay Dining.
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      Explore the magic of wine and whales in the Shoalhaven during winter and spring.
      Book your stay in the cooler months and grab a front seat to the ‘humpback highway‘
      from land, boat or in the water, yes you can even swim with the whales! Pair that with
      unique south coast wines at one of our nine cellar doors where you can meet the
                                                                                                                                                      Learn more at
      maker and engage with great food, tours, live music, art and much more.
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                                                                                                                                                        wine-whales
      Whale watching in the Shoalhaven is unique. Our            beautiful valleys. Delicious boutique vintages are made
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      coastline is a half way resting place for whales, and      with love in small batches, and you can often speak to
      unlike many other destinations you can see them            friendly winemakers at their cellar door. Try the region’s
      from May through November. Jervis Bay’s coastline          specialty red, Chambourcin, or sample Coolangatta
      connects close to the humpback highway so there            Estate’s highly acclaimed Wollstonecraft Semillon.
      is little need to venture way out to sea to find them.     Shoalhaven estates have won countless awards, not
      Mums and calves often rest, play and learn in Jervis       only for their wine but also for the experiences they
      Bay on their return journey to Antarctica. There are       offer. Cupitt’s Estate was inducted into the New South
      spectacular land based viewing points along our            Wales Tourism Awards hall of fame for producing
      coastline, particularly from the lighthouses at Point      award-winning wine, French cheese and boutique
      Perpendicular on Beecroft Peninsula, Warden Head in        beer, while also providing delicious dining and tasting
      Ulladulla, and Crookhaven Heads at Culburra Beach.         experiences. There are fun things to do scattered across
      For a first class view, take a whale watching eco cruise   all our vineyards including live music, art galleries,
      with Jervis Bay Wild or Dolphin Watch Cruises, who         restaurants, accommodation, and high tea amongst the
      reportedly saw 102 whales during one cruise in October     vines sitting in a giant teacup at Cambewarra Estate.
      2020! Imagine being submerged in the ocean while a         Lyrebird Ridge Organic Winery hosts horse riding
      giant whale majestically glides past. Dive Jervis Bay      through the vines with Eqwine Escapes, and Silos
      and Woebegone Freedive take whale watching to that         Estate has electric vehicle charging stations. Mountain                     Left: watching whales
      next level, being two of only a few Australian operators   Ridge Wines has electric limo transfers, is pet friendly,                  from a Jervis Bay cruise.
      approved to offer the opportunity to swim with these       and hosts live music regularly.                                        Top to bottom: Silos Estate
      breathtaking mammals.                                                                                                          alpacas, Wally from Cupitts Estate,
                                                                 You can have a whale-y good time or a tantalising
                                                                                                                                 Dolphin Watch Cruises, High Tea in a
      Just inland from our whale filled waters, nine cellar      tipple in the Shoalhaven. Or maybe combine both for
                                                                                                                              giant tea cup at Cambewarra Estate.
      doors sit in picturesque locations, below mountain         a unique off peak holiday experience you won’t find
      escarpments, on luscious green rolling hills, or in        anywhere else.
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                                                                                                If you love the sea breeze there are several beaches               The in ground trampoline, wheelchair carousel and
                                                                                                and reserves that have accessible entry points. These              variety of swing facilities are sure to bring out a smile,
                                                                                                include Mollymook Beach, Seven Mile Beach, and                     especially from the little ones. There’s a liberty swing on
                                                                                                Greenpatch Beach which have wheelchair friendly                    site here, and another in Nowra at Harry Sawkins Park.
                                                                                                pathways, disabled parking and accessible toilets.                 A new inclusive playground in Berry, Boongaree Park,
                                                                                                Free beach wheelchairs can be hired at multiple                    has opportunities for nature play, including sand and
                                                                                                locations across the region, see the Shoalhaven                    water play, bridges, and immersive running wheels.
                                                                                                City Council website for details. For a fun Jervis
                                                                                                                                                                   Our region’s wineries provide a relaxing lunch
                                                                                                Bay cruise experience, Jervis Bay Wild is a must!
                                                                                                                                                                   stop, dine casually on the grounds or dine in luxury
                                                                                                Their eco tours on their custom vessel, Port Venture,
                                                                                                                                                                   restaurants at Cupitt’s Estate, Mountain Ridge Winery
                                                                                                position wheelchairs for prime viewing on the bow.
                                                                                                                                                                   and Coolangatta Estate, where the cellar doors and
                                                                                                In the warmer months, try a summer boom netting
                                                                                                                                                                   restaurants are wheelchair friendly with accessible
                                                                                                experience, where people with less mobility can be
                                                                                                                                                                   amenities. Coolangatta Estate also offers accessible
                                                                                                hoisted safely in and out of the water. While you are
                                                                                                                                                                   accommodation.
                                                                                                in Jervis Bay why not take a stroll along the Mangrove
                                                                                                Boardwalk in the gardens of the Jervis Bay Maritime                The Shoalhaven Heads Native Botanic Garden is a
                                                                                                Museum. The timber walkway features informative                    lovely space for enjoying nature or head up the winding
                                                                                                signage, right above the crabs and mudflats. High tide             mountain road between Kangaroo Valley and Nowra
                                                                                                is the perfect time for stingray spotting too.                     to Cambewarra Lookout Café, where you can savour
                                                                                                                                                                   devonshire tea with a view. On a clear day, you can see
                                                                                                Several Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness Centres have
                                                                                                                                                                   stunning views of the coastal landscape that surrounds
                                                                                                state of the art accessibility features including disability
                                                                                                                                                                   the Shoalhaven River as it meanders its way from the
                                                                                                hoists or ramps for pool access, lifting change facilities,
                                                                                                                                                                   mountains to the sea. Both these areas have good
                                                                                                and some centres provide a bariatric pool wheelchair
                                                                                                                                                                   disability amenities and easy spaces to navigate.
                                                                                                for use.

                                                                                                Enjoy a picnic or day outdoors with a relaxed coastal
       The Shoalhaven prides itself on being an inclusive holiday destination for everyone to   atmosphere at Livvi’s Place in Mollymook. Here you’ll
       enjoy. Many of our local businesses and tour operators are equipped with accessible      find a great playground that caters for a range of needs.

       facilities to make your south coast holiday a blast.                                                                                                                                                      Learn more at
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                                                                                                                       Left: Mangrove Boardwalk
                                                                                                                     at Jervis Bay Maritime Museum.
                                                                                                                  Left to right: Livvi’s Place in Mollymook,
                                                                                                              Cupitt’s Estate, summer boom netting with
                                                                                                           Jervis Bay Wild, Shoalhaven City Council’s free beach
                                                                                                       wheelchair hire, Cambewarra Lookout Café.
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      build your trip                                                                                                                                                                                          Plan and share
                                                                                                                                                                                                              your trip online at

                               Allana           Ferguson                                                                                               Robert King                                             shoalhaven.com

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      Lake Conjola has been my home away from home               the family friendly dolphin boat cruises. On a recent        After spending the past four years living as a             before you leave Shoalhaven. The friendly local Valley
      growing up, heading down the coast is one of my            trip, we discovered SUP brunching with SUP with              photographer in Los Angeles, I came home to visit my       Outdoors guides educate and steer you on a secluded
      family’s favourite weekend pastimes. If you’re heading     George where we were served a delicious local picnic         family in New South Wales. After looking up where          paddle on Tallowa Dam where you can find small
      south from Sydney, it’s worth taking the slow way and      on the beach after gliding the crystal clear waters of       to photograph kangaroos by the beach to share an           hidden waterfalls and enjoy a rainforest paradise.
      travelling via the scenic Grand Pacific Drive. Check out   Barfleur Beach at sunrise, a must do experience. On          “Aussie” portfolio with my American friends, I stumbled
                                                                                                                                                                                         You simply can’t come to the Shoalhaven without
      the villages north of Wollongong and enjoy a coffee        the southern side, a short 20 minute drive, and you’re       across Murramarang National Park. Pebbly Beach
                                                                                                                                                                                         getting in the water and there is no place better to do
      at Bald Hill Lookout for panoramic views across the        in harbourside Ulladulla. Mollymook Beach is a great         was my first destination in the Shoalhaven for the roos.
                                                                                                                                                                                         that than Jervis Bay. Woebegone Freedive is a must if
      Illawarra escarpment. Before getting to Lake Conjola,      surfing spot for our family of surfers, and the seasonally   Since then, I have travelled to the Shoalhaven half a
                                                                                                                                                                                         you want to swim with marine life like dolphins, seals
      stop by Vincentia Butchery and Providores to pick up       patrolled beach is ideal for swimming. You simply can’t      dozen times in 2021, to adventure and photograph the
                                                                                                                                                                                         and whales or just explore the underwater some say
      the best family meal packs for Aussie BBQ and fresh        leave Ulladulla without stopping by Hayden’s Pies with       stunning landscapes.
                                                                                                                                                                                         “magic” caves. Take a trip to Pilgrims Huskisson for
      salad heaven. Once you’ve arrived a quick dip at the       their interesting and delicious pie combinations which
                                                                                                                              If you’re coming from north of Sydney head via Tourist     a mouth watering vegetarian burger whilst watching
      lake and a walk on the boardwalk is the best way to        can be enjoyed beside Ulladulla Harbour watching the
                                                                                                                              Drive 8 through Bowral. The three waterfalls Carrington    the sunset at Greenfield Beach or if you’re an early
      start your holiday. A drive to George Boyd Lookout is      boats come in and out from a day’s fishing. For little
                                                                                                                              Falls, Belmore Falls and Fitzroy Falls can be viewed       riser head to Blenheim Beach for sunrise. As you travel
      worth it with spectacular views of Lake Conjola and the    ones, it’s worth stopping at Shoalhaven Zoo located in
                                                                                                                              from great vantage points on short detours from this       home, squeeze in Bens Walk Nowra, a pet friendly loop
      beaches to the south.                                      Nowra by the Shoalhaven River to see their faces light
                                                                                                                              main route. Head back this same way and enjoy a            track where you can enjoy views of the Shoalhaven
                                                                 up as they greet the monkeys, koalas and lions.
      Basing ourselves in Lake Conjola makes it an easy 40                                                                    guided paddle with Valley Outdoors in Kangaroo Valley      River with an Instagram worthy suspension bridge
      minute drive to Huskisson where my daughter enjoys         What I love about the Shoalhaven is you can visit over                                                                  amongst the trees with your pup trailing on-leash.
                                                                 and over and will never run out of new things to see, do
                                                                                                                                                                                         An adventure lover’s paradise, a photographer’s natural
                                                                 and explore.
                                                                                                                                                                                         backdrop, a must visit place for the bucket list.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Top to bottom: Pebbly
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Beach, Blenheim Beach,
                                                                                           Top to bottom: SUP with                                                                                              swimming with seals with
                                                                                         George picnic, stand up                                                                                             Woebegone Freedive,
                                                                                      paddle at Barfleur Beach, Jervis                                                                                   the road to Kangaroo Valley.
                                                                                  Bay’s dolphins, Shoalhaven Zoo.
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      We love the sunny outdoors here in the Shoalhaven, but we’re also partial to those                                                             Learn more at
      rainy days that allow us to see the region in a completely different way. Outdoor                                                            shoalhaven.com/
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      adventures are great fun in the rain, but if you’ve left your raincoat at home, there are
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      plenty of cosy indoor activities available for people of all ages.

      Quaint country villages and coastal towns provide hours      other historical relics. Discover artefacts from the
      of rainy day shopping fun. Berry, Milton, Kangaroo           late 19th and early 20th centuries at Pioneer Village
      Valley and Huskisson have a multitude of homeware            Museum in Kangaroo Valley and experience Funland
      stores, boutiques and gift shops to wander through,          Ulladulla where modern arcade games, pinball
      accompanied by mouth watering cafés and restaurants          machines and dodgem cars sit under one big, dry roof.
      to replenish yourself. Thrifty travellers can find vintage
                                                                   Adventurers from five years upwards can scale walls at
      bargains in the region’s many quirky and treasure filled
                                                                   Indoor Climb South Coast in Huskisson. There is gear
      antique and op shops. Nowra is a thrift shopper’s
                                                                   hire, climbing and bouldering courses to suit all skill
      paradise, with five stores, a second hand book shop,
                                                                   levels. Make a splash at one of our indoor Swim and
      and a massive Salvos outlet in South Nowra selling
                                                                   Fitness Centres in Vincentia, Sussex Inlet and Ulladulla.
      everything from preloved clothing to retro furniture.
                                                                   Each has different attractions, including heated pools
      Most towns and villages have full to the brim op shops,
                                                                   for all ages, spas, a waterslide, an inflatable obstacle
      including Sussex Inlet, Culburra Beach, Callala Bay and
                                                                   course, gyms and cafés. Movie goers can watch the
      Ulladulla.
                                                                   latest flicks at historic and retro movie theatres like The
                                                                                                                                            Left: Callala Bay.
      Lovers of old timey ways will enjoy a guided tour of         Roxy Theatre in Nowra, Huskisson Pictures, the Inlet
                                                                                                                                           Top to bottom: Meroogal,
      Meroogal, an 1800s Gothic style house in Nowra,              Cinema in Sussex Inlet and Arcadia Twin in Ulladulla.
                                                                                                                                       Roxy Cinema in Nowra, rainbow
      previously owned by four generations of ‘Roogal’             We’ve only just touched the surface. There are so many
                                                                                                                                    over Jervis Bay, shopping at
      women. The house is open on Saturdays and displays           more awesome rainy day experiences to enjoy here in
                                                                                                                                 Kangaroo Valley Vintage.
      photographs, household items, clothing, diaries and          the Shoalhaven!
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                                                                                                        Art lovers will enjoy visiting Arthur Boyd’s historic         Sydney Harbour Ferry, alongside relics from Jervis
                                                                                                        Homestead and studio at Bundanon, located on                  Bay’s Indigenous and non Indigenous heritage. Explore
                                                                                                        1000 hectares of gardens and bushland next to the             Australia’s naval aviation history at the Fleet Air Arm
                                                                                                        Shoalhaven River. You can book a weekend tour of              Museum at HMAS Albatross, featuring a fun flight
                                                                                                        the Homestead which houses a collection of works              simulator. Take a trip to the iconic Milton Theatre and
                                                                                                        from the Boyd family and their peers such as Sidney           enjoy the intimate vibe and excellent live acts.
                                                                                                        Nolan, Charles Blackman and Brett Whitely. In late
                                                                                                                                                                      Craftspeople and artists often sell their locally made
                                                                                                        2021, an art museum with an exhibition program of
                                                                                                                                                                      creations including paintings, leadlight features, and
                                                                                                        modern and contemporary art will be open to the
                                                                                                                                                                      pieces of pottery and woodwork. Meet the maker
                                                                                                        public from Wednesday through to Sunday. The new
                                                                                                                                                                      at both Kangaroo Valley Woodcrafts and Kangaroo
                                                                                                        on site dramatic bridge, spanning a natural wet gully
                                                                                                                                                                      Valley Leadlight and catch a glimpse of them at work.
                                                                                                        will also host creative learning programs and provide
                                                                                                                                                                      How awesome would it be to take home a handmade
                                                                                                        accommodation for on site stays. We’re very excited
                                                                                                                                                                      souvenir? Get your creative holiday juices flowing by
                                                                                                        to see Bundanon open the new expanded facilities,
                                                                                                                                                                      attending a ring making workshop at Appleye Jewellery
                                                                                                        making the Shoalhaven home to the only national art
                                                                                                                                                                      Designs Workshops or an alcohol ink painting with Le
                                                                                                        museum in regional Australia.
                                                                                                                                                                      Workshop in Jervis Bay. Check out the schedule of gigs,
                                                                                                        The Shoalhaven Regional Gallery, Nowra’s artistic heart,      theatre showings and performances at the 900 person
                                                                                                        hosts work by local artists as well as touring exhibitions.   capacity Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre in Nowra,
                                                                                                        Take to the alleyways of the CBD for street murals by         wherein the Box Office, you’ll find our friendly Visitor
                                                                                                        world famous artists like Adnate and Smug. Regional           Services staff who have all the hot tips on what to do in
                                                                                                        villages can offer a surprising scope for the art lover,      the region including what shows to see!
                                                                                                        in Milton for example, the Van Rensburg Galleries
                                                                                                        showcases works by award-winning international and
                                                                                                        national artists while the Millhouse Gallery supports
       The Shoalhaven’s stunning environment has captured and inspired the hearts and                   the local art community. The Jervis Bay Maritime
                                                                                                        Museum in Huskisson houses the last surviving wooden
       souls of artists and creatives for years. Iconic Australian artist Arthur Boyd even moved
       here to paint the landscape and has since gifted his beloved Shoalhaven properties
       as a legacy to artists and the general public. The region’s vibrant and diverse art scene
       has inspired seven unique art trails through the region and includes everything from                                                                                                                       Learn more at
       street murals, to museums, galleries, and hands on workshops.                                                                                                                                         shoalhaven.com/art
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                                                          Top left: artist’s impression of Bundanon
                                                        Trust’s new gallery at Riversdale.
                                                    Left to right: Nowra street mural, This Old House
                                                 workshop, Van Rensburg Galleries, This Old House,
                                              Kangaroo Valley Leadlight.
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                                                                   Left: Fairgrounds                               Learn more at
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                                                          and Wine Festival, Husky Tri Festival,                       scan here
                                                      Bay Games, Burradise, Willinga Park, Big
                                                   Country.

                                Plan your next Shoalhaven trip around our exciting events calendar.
                                Jump online for a full list of events, including world class music festivals,
                                sporting events, local produce and artisan markets, or something special
                                like cultural walks and arty workshops.
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                                                                        Pets are part of the family, and it’s hard to imagine a holiday without them. Luckily the
                                                                        Shoalhaven is one of Australia’s leading pet friendly destinations, so bring them along!
                                                                        Our mix of pet friendly adventures, restaurants, wineries, breweries, unique holiday
                                                                        accommodation and off-leash nature areas offer visitors the ultimate #petfriendlyhaven.

                                                                        There are many pet friendly holiday home options and           Is your pet as adventurous as you are? Join a pet
                                                                        unique stays in the Shoalhaven. Lounge in luxurious pup        welcoming tour or activity. Paddle pristine waterways,
                                                                        friendly comfort amongst cool coastal décor in one of          pup at your feet, with Sussex Inlet SUP. Kotahi Tours
                                                                        Bannisters Pavilion’s dog friendly rooms in Mollymook.         have guided pet friendly eco walks along the river’s
                                                                        Animals are adored at Interludes by Willinga Park at           edge and through casuarina forest at Fisherman’s
                                Top right: Glenmack Park in Kangaroo    Bawley Point, you should see the how well horses live          Paradise. Keen to take a pet free guided day tour or visit
                                   Valley. Top to bottom: Jervis Bay    at the state of the art equine facility next door! It offers   national parks? That’s no problem. Just book ahead at
                                      Brewing, Washerwomans Beach,      luxury pet friendly villas in secluded bush settings, and      one of the kennels offering doggy daycare services, like
                                          Cupitt’s Estate, Bannisters   sun filled verandahs for lazy afternoon snuggles with          Paradise Pet Parks.
                                              @badgalpeaches.           doggo. Surfside Cudmirrah Beach has the cutest cabins
                                                                                                                                       Hungry families can lap up some pet friendly dining
                                                                        near the ocean, with private gated courtyards to keep
                                                                                                                                       options. Try a devonshire tea overlooking paddocks
                                                                        your pooch safe.
                                                                                                                                       and mountains at Greendale’s Café and Restaurant
                                                                        The Shoalhaven has stunning pet friendly areas,                at Pyree. Thirsty pup owners can relax in the outdoor
                                                                        particularly our beaches. Play unlimited fetch at Seven        beer gardens in Woollamia at Jervis Bay Brewing Co
                                                                        Mile Beach in Shoalhaven Heads, on Washerwomans                or Flamin Galah Brewing Co. For a classic coastal or
                                                                        Beach in Bendalong, or Ulladulla Harbour North Beach.          country pub experience, call ahead to secure an outdoor
                                                                        All have 24-hour off-leash areas. Remember to scoop up         table at Shoalhaven Heads Hotel for a meal overlooking
                                                                        poop and read beach signage for pet friendly times and         the river and distant ocean. Enjoy water views at the
                                                                        exclusion zones to avoid fines and protect vulnerable          outdoor tables at Jervis Bay Pavilion in Huskisson,
    Learn more at
    shoalhaven.com/pets                                                 coastal wildlife. Endangered shorebirds nest in some           check out stunning mountain views in the garden at The
                                                                        locations between August and April. Dogs may disturb           Friendly Inn Kangaroo Valley, or sit undercover out front
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                                                                        shorebirds, which can be lethal to their survival, so          of The Berry Hotel, sip a cold drink, scratch your pup’s
                                                                        please share the shore responsibly.                            ears and watch the world go by.
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                                The Shoalhaven’s pristine coastline, estuaries and rivers are a fisherfolk’s paradise. If
                                you’re keen to throw in a line, our shore based options include beaches, jetties and
                                rock ledges. You can also hire a boat, fishing kayak or head out on a deep sea fishing
                                charter. Don’t forget to be prepared, get your recreational fishing license before arriving
                                and seek out local tackle shops for the best bait, safety gear and local knowledge.

                                Ulladulla has a rich fishing history, both commercially         tasty mud crabs and blue swimmer crabs. Land based
                                and recreationally. Harbour and deep sea fishing are            fishing is great along the rock walls at Greenwell Point,
                                popular here, and the pier is a wonderful place to try          Orient Point public wharves and the break wall on
                                and hook a tailor, salmon, or kingfish. Ulladulla Fishing       Comerong Island. For bait and advice, head to C-B
                                Charters provide day long deep sea fishing experiences          Tackle in Culburra Beach. You can hire a boat from
                                and a chance to catch morwong, snapper and leather              Shoalhaven Boat Hire or let Sussex Inlet Pontoons
                                jackets. For something different, hire a fishing kayak          cruise you through the inlet at your own pace and throw
                                from Walking on Water. Burrill Lake Entrance Beach              in a line while exploring.
                                has bream, whiting and flathead aplenty if you’re in sync
                                                                                                Although Jervis Bay is a marine park, recreational
                                with the tidal estuary.
                                                                                                fishing is allowed in designated areas and there are
                                Sussex Inlet is located on an estuary, which meanders           great spots along the shore or from the many beaches
                                towards the St Georges Basin waterway in one                    and boat wharves. If you want to venture out a bit
                                direction, and the open waters of the Pacific Ocean             further, then you can hire a fishing kayak from Jervis
                                in the other. This entire waterway provides plenty              Bay Kayaks and Paddle Sports. Just be sure to refer to
                                of amazing land based and boat based fishing                    marine park rules on the DPI website so you are trying
                                opportunities. Sussex Inlet Marine Centre has boat              your luck in the correct places.
                                hire, and Sussex Inlet Tackle Shop has bait and friendly
                                                                                                If you’re keen for a day of reef, bay, or game fishing,
                                local advice on the best fishing spots. Throw in a line
                                                                                                contact Simos Afloat, who can take you on a quest to
                                along Sussex Inlet’s canals or while away tranquil hours
                                                                                                catch bluefin tuna or maybe a marlin!
                                at Basin View or Sanctuary Point’s Boat Ramps.

                                Crookhaven River and Culburra Beach are known for
                                catching mulloway, flathead, blue-nose black bream,
                                                                                                                                            Learn more at
                                                                                                                                   shoalhaven.com/fishing
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                                                           Top left: fishing on the
                                                      Shoalhaven River. Left to right:
                                                  Ulladulla Harbour, Seven Mile Beach,
                                              Ulladulla Fishing Charters, a good day’s catch,
                                           Sussex Inlet.
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      The good vibes don’t stop once the sun goes down in the Shoalhaven. Afternoons and
      evenings come alive in the most unique places. Microbreweries are run in industrial
      estates and historic hotels. Meanwhile, distilleries, bars and cantinas sit in picturesque
      locations. These establishments are the perfect extension of our wineries and cellar
      doors and are a vibrant way to enjoy a delicious local drop or a bite to eat.                                                              Learn more at
                                                                                                                                               shoalhaven.com/
                                                                                                                                             brews-and-distillers
      Woollamia Industrial Estate is one of Huskisson’s            hand crafted in small batches using sustainable
      hottest new hangouts, where you can enjoy a craft beer       and traditional methods with local ingredients and                                    scan here
      amidst a funky coastal vibe. Lounge on pallet furniture      pure harvested Shoalhaven rainwater. Try its smooth
      sipping a local brew at Jervis Bay Brewing Co’s outdoor      Australian Poitín, an ancient Irish predecessor to whisky
      courtyard. The brewery has an awesome atmosphere,            (it’s been likened to moonshine!). The distillery is open
      food trucks, cool music, and fun activities like open mic,   for pick up purchases, and tastings via appointment.
      trivia, and paint and sip classes. Flamin Galah Brewing
                                                                   We are lucky to have great pubs and clubs in the
      Co has set up their brand new brewpub in the same
                                                                   Shoalhaven, but if you feel like something different
      estate, promising, “Flamin good beer. Great location.
                                                                   visit our bars and cantinas for a tipple at sundown. Try
      Good times.”
                                                                   Loco Lane at Culburra Beach for tacos, tequila cocktails
      South Yeast Brewing Co located in North Nowra offers         and a host of local beers available to try. The Gunyah
      tasty food truck meals washed down with their local          Restaurant is a unique treetop restaurant at Paperbark
      craft beer, whilst the Dangerous Ales Brewery resides        Camp in Woollamia, which offers drinks and snacks on
      in the newly renovated historic Milton Hotel, the perfect    the deck to wind down your afternoon. Milton’s Harvest
      space to enjoy a gastropub vibe. Cupitt’s Estate in          Bar has moved to a gorgeous property on Croobyar
      Ulladulla is one of our original brew teams, offering a      Road, so pop in for some live music and margaritas
      personal, behind the scenes Tour and Taste Experience.       in the garden. Sip a cocktail and enjoy a tasty Central
                                                                   American inspired dish at The Ruse, overlooking                        Top left: Flamin Galah.
      The Shoalhaven’s craft beer scene is growing and
                                                                   Ulladulla Harbour. Or grab a bucket of prawns and a                  Top to bottom: Cupitt’s
      thriving, but the region is also getting more ‘spirited’.
                                                                   local drop at The Social Ulladulla on Wason Street, a             brews, Jervis Bay Brewing
      Tara Distillery at Nowra Hill is Shoalhaven’s first
                                                                   brand new bar with a chilled, casual vibe.                     Co, The Ruse, Milton Hotel’s
      craft distillery. Its quality gin, vodka and whisky are
                                                                                                                               Dangerous Ales.
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              venues &
      vows
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                                                                                                                              Just 2 hours from Sydney and Canberra, and filled with award-winning wineries,
                                                                                                                              unspoilt beaches and acclaimed restaurants, you can’t go past the Shoalhaven
      Whether you’re looking for an intimate venue with your     Not quite there yet? Hint, hint, plan a special way to
                                                                                                                              for your next business event or team getaway.
      nearest and dearest, or an extravagant celebration to      pop the question on a flight with South Coast Heli
      mark your I do’s, we’ve got you covered. With reception    Escapes, or with a romantic lunch set up on our white        To find out more, download our business events brochure or email our events
      venues located and designed to make the most of our        sands with Picnics Naturally. Get the gang together          team at events@shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au to plan your next business event.
      stunning scenery, amazing sunsets and rugged beauty,       and celebrate that special occasion with a customised
      the Shoalhaven will impress your guests! With fine         experience with South Coast Experiences with many
      dining and first class service, our award-winning venues   cool activities that can come to you! Make a weekend
      will make your wedding day or special event seamless       of it and try something new with everything from golf
      and unforgettable. We look forward to hosting your         to chocolate workshops to yoga sessions, massages or
      special day.                                               facials, private winery tours, paint and sip, or jewellery
                                                                 making. The options are endless.

                                                                                                            Learn more at
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      nature
      stays
      Our nature based, eco friendly stays range from
      simple camping by the beach, glamping tents,
      luxurious farm stays, or self contained homes fully
      off grid. Share your stay with local farm animals
      including peacocks, alpacas, horses, and miniature
      goats, or camp in our national parks where skippy
      may be on your doorstep in the morning. If you’re
                                                              BED AND BREAKFASTS

                                                              Stay in an original BnB for ultimate Shoalhaven
                                                              hospitality. Our warm, local hosts love sharing their
                                                              insider tips on what to do and where to go.

                                                              BOUTIQUE HOTELS AND MOTELS

                                                              Don’t lift a finger, our full service hotels and motels
                                                                                                                        beckons
                                                                                                                        BEAUTIFUL BERRARA
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      looking for a retreat that will help you appreciate     will make sure you’re taken care of, for one night or
      the simpler things in life and deep dive into           a week.
      environmental awareness, we have plenty on offer.
                                                              SELF CONTAINED
      What’s not to love about breathing in some fresh
      air, being surrounded by animals and gazing up to       Prefer your own space? Live it up in a home with
      a sea of stars? We all need to switch off and escape    beach views, a luxurious and secluded mountain
      our busy schedules, so why not immerse yourself in      retreat, or a pet friendly home away from home for
      the natural environment and enjoy the open spaces       the entire family to enjoy.
      of the Shoalhaven.

      CARAVANS AND MOTORHOMES

      The Shoalhaven has many full service and high end
      campgrounds by the water and in the wilderness.
      Many of our parks offer facilities for cooking on
      an open fire and even allow you to bring your well
      behaved doggo along.

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                                                                                                  in Huskisson
                                                                                             Situated in the Heart of Huskisson, Hawkesnest offers
                                                                                            five quality, comfortable and stylish villas that are ideal
                                                                                                             for a Jervis Bay getaway.

                                                                                             These luxurious villas are the perfect place to unwind
                                                                                            after a long day of lying on the beach, whale watching,
                                                                                                      or sampling the region’s finest wines.
                                                                                              W e are located less than two and a half hour’s drive
                                                                                              from Sydney, but less than a minute’s walk to white
                                                                                                                 sandy beaches.

                                                                                            With multiple bedrooms, garden space and only a walk
                                                                                              away from the local shops and cafes, these family
                                                                                             friendly Villas lend themselves perfectly for anyone
                                                                                                      looking for a South Coast escape.

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                                                                                                               Hope to see you soon,

                                BIG4 BUNGALOW PARK ON BURRILL LAKE                          HAVEN HOLIDAY RESORT SUSSEX INLET
                                A scenic three hour drive from Sydney or 2.5 hours          Looking for a nature escape for your next holiday? Haven
                                from Canberra, BIG4 Bungalow Park on Burrill Lake is        Holiday Resort is nestled amidst the secluded bushland
                                26 acres of groomed lawns, gardens, native flora and        of the Conjola National Park with private access to the
                                birdlife. Lake frontage and only one kilometre from surf    pristine waters of Sussex Inlet. It is the ideal destination
                                beach at Dolphin Point. Accommodation ranging from          for water lovers wanting to enjoy some fishing, kayaking,
                                self contained three bedroom Spa Villas comfortably         paddleboarding or swimming.
                                sleeping eight people, to cosy one bedroom Cottages for     Conveniently located to experience the attractions and
                                short stays or a couple. Spacious caravan and camping       natural wonder of the Shoalhaven and Jervis Bay region,
                                sites and waterfront powered sites with beautiful lake      the resort offers a selection of affordable self-contained
                                outlook. Families will love the two swimming pools, giant   accommodation perfect for short or long stays with family
                                jumping pillow, tennis court, 18 hole mini golf and three   or friends, a quick 5min drive to the town of Sussex Inlet,
                                playgrounds. Daily bird-feeding and canoe, kayak or SUP     or 30min walk along the water.
                                to explore the lake.
                                                                                             106A Pacificana Drive Sussex Inlet
                                 123 Princes Highway Burrill Lake                            02 4441 2367
                                 02 4455 1621                                                havenresort@fcswc.org.au
                                 reception@bungalow-park.com.au                              www.havenholidayresort.com.au
                                 www.bungalow-park.com.au
                                                                                            • Self-contained two-bedroom apartments,
                                                                                              three-bedroom villas, and executive residence
                                • Absolute Lake Frontage                                    • National Park natural bush setting
                                • Private Boat Ramp                                         • Private Sussex Inlet river access
                                • Daily Bird Feeding                                        • Swimming pool
                                                                                            • Kids playground and trampolines
                                                                                            • BBQ facilities
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                                HIDDEN CREEK CAMPSITE                                           ANCHOR BAY MOTEL
                                Welcome to Hidden Creek Campsite, your escape to                Unwind & explore in Greenwell Point - the crowning jewel
                                peace and tranquillity, offering you a REAL camping             of the River & Coastal Plains of the Shoalhaven. We are
                                experience. Nestled amongst natural bushland,                   central for exploring the Shoalhaven and Crookhaven
                                surrounded by the Currambene Creek and with an                  rivers, unique villages like Pyree and Terrara, with
                                abundance of wildlife, each campsite is uniquely different      beachside towns of Callala, Currarong & Culburra, all just a
                                to suit all your needs. We have secluded powered and            stone’s throw away. Stay with us at Anchor Bay Motel.
                                unpowered sites, each with their very own camp fire pits
                                just waiting for those marshmallows to be toasted. We also       113 Greenwell Point Road Greenwell Point
                                offer a variety of cabin accommodation scattered around          02 4447 1722
                                the campsite to suit all budgets and needs.                      info@anchorbaymotel.com.au
                                                                                                 www.anchorbaymotel.com.au
                                 55 Goodland Road Woollamia
                                 02 4441 5809
                                 jbcabins.hiddenck@bigpond.com
                                 www.hiddencreekcampsite.com.au

                                • Only 5km drive to Huskisson
                                                                                                ANCHORED CURRARONG
                                • Individual camp fires
                                                                                                Bespoke holiday accommodation for families & friends.
                                • Kayak hire                                                    Sleeping 8 & late checkout of 12 noon. Doggos welcome.
                                • Great amenities                                               Come share our special space on your next memory
                                                                                                making adventure.
                                                                                                 58 Walton Way Currarong
                                                                                                 0410 349 239
                                                                                                 anchoredcurrarong@gmail.com
                                                                                                 www.anchoredcurrarong.com.au

                                PET-FRIENDLY & FAMILY HOLIDAY HOMES TO                          BAY AND BUSH COTTAGES, JERVIS BAY
                                SUIT ALL BUDGETS                                                Bay and Bush Cottages, Jervis Bay offers 8 self-catering
                                From cute beach shacks to stunning waterfronts, we have         cottages and 8 glamping tents in the midst of Australian
                                award-winning family and pet-friendly holiday homes to          bush. Situated in the heart of Jervis Bay ,a short distance to
                                suit all budgets and tastes.                                    beaches, Huskisson town centre its cafés, restaurants and
                                Book via our website to save up to 20%.                         famous pub. Whatever the time of the year there’s always
                                                                                                plenty of activities on offer.
                                Over eighty quality homes to choose from at:
                                                                                                 21 Pritchard Ave Woollamia
                                • Jervis Bay                                                     02 4480 3338
                                • Culburra Beach                                                 reservations@bayandbush.com.au
                                                                                                 www.bayandbush.com.au
                                • Gerroa
                                • Kangaroo Valley
                                • Southern Highlands

                                All properties include quality linen, towels, wifi and award-
                                winning guest guidebook.                                        CORAL TREE LODGE TOURIST PARK
                                 4/161-163 Prince Edward Ave Culburra Beach                     Coral Tree Lodge Tourist Park is located 15 kms east of
                                 02 9194 4411                                                   Nowra on the banks of the Crookhaven river, which forms
                                 enquiries@professionalholidayhomes.com                         part of the Shoalhaven estuary. The park is a member of
                                 www.professionalholidayhomes.com.au                            G’Day Parks Australia.
                                                                                                Excellent holiday accommodation at realistic prices,
                                                                                                offering boat ramp, jetty, 2 modern amenity blocks and a
                                If you’re a holiday home owner, contact us to find out how      large swimming pool. Adjacent to the bowling club.
                                we can double your bookings and save you thousands of
                                dollars in fees.                                                 142 Greens Road Greenwell Point
                                                                                                 02 4447 1358
                                                                                                 coraltreelodge@westnet.com.au
                                                                                                 www.coraltreelodge.com.au
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                                DEPOT BEACH COTTAGES                                             PAPERBARK CAMP
                                The modern cottages are surrounded by the pristine               Situated on the banks of a tranquil waterway, Paperbark
                                Murramarang National Park and only 50 m from the beach.          Camp is just minutes from Huskisson and the pristine
                                Relax on your private deck and look through giant spotted        beaches of Jervis Bay. Loved for its pared back style, great
                                gums to the sand, surf, rock platforms and mountains.            food and warm hospitality, a night in the luxury safari tents
                                Depot Beach is secluded and uncrowded which makes it             is an unforgettable experience. The camp also welcomes
                                an ideal holiday destination.                                    non-resident guests for breakfast, dinner and afternoon
                                                                                                 drinks amongst the treetops in the Gunyah restaurant.
                                 2A Depot Beach Road Depot Beach
                                 0488 786 010                                                     571 Woollamia Road Woollamia
                                 info@depotbeachcottages.com.au                                   02 4441 6066
                                 www.depotbeachcottages.com.au                                    info@paperbarkcamp.com.au
                                                                                                  www.paperbarkcamp.com.au

                                HARBOUR VIEW APARTMENTS ULLADULLA                                SANDPIPER MOTEL ULLADULLA
                                HarbourView is a perfect base for exploring Ulladulla            Clean, Affordable, Comfort.
                                and discovering the Shoalhaven Region. Our spacious              Located near Ulladulla Harbour. Convenient drive up and
                                accommodation options include Studio, one and two                park at your door units. Old fashioned service with a smile.
                                bedroom Apartments, with fully equipped kitchens.
                                Overnight or extended stays are available. Complimentary         Great reviews and recently renovated.
                                Facilities include • Secure Off-Street Parking • Large           Book direct on 4455 1488. Day, week and monthly rates.
                                Outdoor BBQ area • Laundry Facilities • Free Wi-Fi                78 Prices Hwy Ulladulla
                                 72 South Street Ulladulla                                        02 4455 1488
                                 02 4455 1100                                                     office@sandpipermotel.com.au
                                 info@harbourviewulladulla.com.au                                 www.sandpipermotel.com.au
                                 www.harbourviewulladulla.com.au

                                JERVIS BAY BREAKS                                                SPRINGS SHOALHAVEN
                                Specialising in Holiday Accommodation in beautiful Jervis        Escape to Springs Shoalhaven, a peaceful and scenic
                                Bay.                                                             escape on Worrigee Golf Links, just 5 mins from
                                With over 60 properties dotted around Jervis Bay - from          Nowra CBD and a short drive to many of Jervis Bay’s white
                                Waterfronts to Beach Shacks.                                     sandy beaches. Our modern, spacious Deluxe, Spa &
                                                                                                 Executive rooms overlook the magnificent golf greens
                                The perfect destination to relax, unwind and enjoy the           and our superior solar heated pool. Adjacent to Worrigee
                                White Sands and crystal clear waters of Jervis Bay.              Sports Club.
                                Call our friendly team to secure your next Jervis Bay Break.      131 Greenwell Point Road Nowra
                                 Jenny & Mark Bainbrigge                                          02 4422 4522
                                 0428 992 092                                                     shoalhaven@springs.com.au
                                 jenny@jervisbaybreaks.com                                        www.springs.com.au
                                 jervisbaybreaks.com

                                LJHOOKER SUSSEX INLET                                            SURFSIDE CUDMIRRAH BEACH
                                We have been looking after holidaymakers in Sussex Inlet         Pet Friendly Accommodation By The Beach
                                for 40 years with choices to suit all budgets. Family holidays
                                with your furry friends to romantic getaways, absolute           Get back to nature at our holiday park next to beautiful
                                waterfronts with slipways and private jetties or beach           Cudmirrah Beach. Reconnect with family and friends in one
                                houses. Call our friendly team to plan a fabulous stay.          of our six new luxury cabins or for a more budget friendly
                                                                                                 option glamp in one of four ensuited caravans. Five
                                 1/159 Jacobs Drive Sussex Inlet                                 powered camp sites are also available. All pet friendly with
                                 02 4441 2135                                                    direct access to Cudmirrah Beach.
                                 admin@holidaywithus.com.au
                                 www.holidaywithus.net.au                                         54 Collier Drive Cudmirrah
                                                                                                  0499 412 172
                                                                                                  info@surfsidecudmirrahbeach.com.au
                                                                                                  www.surfsidecudmirrahbeach.com.au
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                                INTERLUDES BY WILLINGA PARK
                                Relax amongst the natural bush setting, minutes from the
                                beach. Our one and two bedroom villas have beautifully
                                styled interiors and make the perfect base to explore the
                                unspoilt wilderness of the south coast.
                                 103 Forster Drive Bawley Point
                                 02 4457 2059
                                 Interludes@willinga.com.au
                                 www.interludesbywillinga.com.au

                                WILLOW FARM BERRY
                                Over 160 acres of lush green farmland and picturesque
                                creek frontage, enjoy the privacy and luxury of escaping
                                to your own country retreat. Willow Farm offers
                                accommodation for ten in the beautifully restored 100 year
                                old Homestead, providing a stunning backdrop for you
                                to get away from it all or create your ultimate destination
                                retreat, event or wedding.
                                 123A Beach Rd Berry
                                 0490 478 799
                                 info@willowfarmberry.com.au
                                 www.willowfarmberry.com.au

                                CULBURRA BEACH MOTEL
                                 56 Brighton Parade Culburra Beach 02 4447 2053
                                 info@culburrabeachmotel.com.au
                                 www.culburrabeachmotel.com.au

                                HUSKISSON BAYSIDE RESORT
                                 28-32 Bowen Street Huskisson 02 4441 5500
                                 huskybayside@bigpond.com
                                 www.huskissonbaysideresort.com.au

                                NAUTILUS APARTMENTS, JERVIS BAY
                                 35 Owen Street Huskisson 0434 025 360
                                 info@nautilusjervisbay.com.au
                                 www.nautilusjervisbay.com.au

                                TAWILLAH MILTON LUXURY RETREAT
                                 206 Wilfords Lane Milton 0428 433 226
                                 tawillah@icloud.com
                                 www.tawillah.com.au
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