Stunningly Appointed Tranquil Retreat
$740.00 for two per weekend
The Island ReTreat is a beautifully appointed private weekender surrounded by an established garden & with views to the river. Modern fittings, comfortable couches, white timbers, glass doors to the front & rear , a combustion fire & a delightful kitchen all combine to create a very tranquil & relaxing ambience. The lounge, living & dining is open plan, with an additonal table setting on the front deck overlooking the water .
Inside, the kitchen has all the modern appliances on hand including dishwasher. One of the 2 lounge spaces has a large plasma TV & DVD screen discreetly fitted to the lounge wall. A second corner setting lounge area, looks out towards the river & the established private garden.
The master bedroom with ensuite is on the main level. Two more bedrooms are located on the lower entrance level, plus a fourth queen bedroom on main level....perfect if you are a few friends wanting a relaxing weekend away; however the maximum staying overnight is 4 guests
There is a track opposite the 'Island reTreat' giving direct access to the beach. Dangar Island has a wonderful network of tracks for those wanting to take a walk & savour an environment free from private cars. For those who prefer not to think about cooking, the Bowling Club on the island is a perfect spot for Friday & Saturday night dinner . You may also wish to discuss the options available to take a boat trip to one of the excellent waterfront restaurants in the area.
Travel is by water taxi or ferry to Dangar Island from Brooklyn. Two wheelbarrows await at the island wharf for belongings. It is an easy walk ( approx. 400m ) to the Island reTreat. Take a break on the island & enjoy the relaxed & private atmosphere of the 'Island reTreat' , just 50km from the center of Sydney.
WHAT TO DO
simply relax , take a walk around the island, swim at Bradleys Beach on high tide
take the 2 seater sit on top kayak for a paddle along the foreshore
Fri or Sat night dinner &/or drinks at island bowling club, the local gathering place -02 9985 7083 booking essential
book a round of barefoot bowls at the club green -02 9985 7083 booking essential
have hot chocolate or a light lunch at the Island Cafe - 02 9985 8539 open 7 days
log in to the Dangar Island Film Society home page to check up & coming film schedule www.difs.net
jump on the ferry & stop in at the Brooklyn Pub for pizza / prawns & a cool drink on the terrace
pick up some seafood from King Tides-9985 7102, JJ's -9985 7106 or Lifeboat - 9985 7510 in Brooklyn
take a boat trip to lunch at a waterfront restaurant ..see below
if you are staying on a weekday, join the MailBoat around 10.00am at Dangar Island & travel up the river to settlements such as Bar Point, Milsons Passage & Marlow, delivering mail along the way. Finish in Brooklyn around 1.15pm & have lunch in town before jumping in the ferry back to the island. Bookings essential. 02 9985 7566..also reconfirm on the day.
WHAT TO BRING
favourite CDs, DVDs, reading material
toiletries, personal belongings including swimming costume, beach towel
personal repellant, sunscreen, sunhat, sunglasses
food & beverage ( or order a catering package, stocked into fridge before you arrive)
kayak footwear
RESTAURANTS
Dangar Island Bowling Club is open for Friday dinner, Saturday lunch & dinner, as well as Sunday lunch. This is a real watering hole for the residents ; a place to slip back into island tempo after a week in the city. There are usually a couple of choices for each course & the food is freshly prepared by the talented local team. Located next to the bowling green & playground in the centre of the island, this is a must visit, if only for a cool drink on the terrace at dusk. Bookings essential 02 9985 7083
Cottage Point is perfect for that special event, combing a spectacular 40 minute boat trip with lunch, book on 9456 1011. A stunning setting & excellent α la carte menu, Boat transfers approx. $150 each way,call 0448 101010 - Rick - , advance bookings essential
Berowra Waters Inn 9456 1027
Degustation Luncheon Menu Fri - Sun
4 course $120, w/ matching wines $175
5 course $135, w/ matching wines $200
6 course $150, w/ matching wines $220
Imperative to make sure the table booking & water taxi can coincide. Check estimated departure time with restaurant. Book your water taxi transfers on 0448 101010 at time of booking your table.Taxi POA.
Peats Bite weekends only, advance bookings essential, 02 9985 9040 - closed July/Aug. A great place for a long relaxed lunch, in one of the most beautiful & unique locations on the river. $120.00pp ( licensed ) You will need to advance book in your boat transfers with the restaurant at the time of booking your table.
GENERAL NOTES
Before you arrive, the house is opened, ready for you to simply kick back & relax
Children not suitable
Pets not suitable
RATES
The property is fully self contained & booked exclusively
VALID:- for bookings confirmed before 30 JUNE 2010
DEPOSIT :-$150.00 deposit required to confirm booking
LINEN:- inclusive linen (100% premium cotton ) & towels
ADDITIONAL NIGHTS- $200.00 per night
ADDITIONAL GUESTS- POA
WEEKENDS Friday to Sunday (any 2 nights)
excluding 20 December to 10 January & Long Weekends
2 guests- $740.00
LONG WEEKENDS
Aust Day, Anzac,Q B'day, Oct Long - (up to 3 nights )
2 guests- $940.00
Easter- (up to 4 nights )
2 guests- $1140.00
MID WEEK SPECIAL Monday to Thursday (up to 3 nights )
excluding 20 December to 31 January & Long Weekends
2 guests- $740.00
WEEKLY SPECIAL - 6 nights ( 2 nights complimentary )
excluding 20 December to 31 January & Long Weekends
2 guests- $1140.00
XMAS & NEW YEAR:-deposit $500
20 December till 10 January
2 guests inclusive linen & towels
4 nights - $1700
5 nights - $2000
6 nights - $2300
7 nights - $2600
JANUARY:- deposit $500
10 January till 31 January
2 guests inclusive linen & towels
2 nights - $740
3 nights - $940
4 nights - $1140
5 nights - $1340
6 nights - $1540
7 nights - $1740
aust day weekend -$940 FOR 2 GUESTS
TRANSPORT
Just a reminder that the island reTreat is boat access only. There are absolutely no roads to the property, which does make getting there part of the adventure!
From SYDNEY travel north along the Pacific Highway # 1 to Wahroonga & F3 FREEWAY, crossing the Hawkesbury River & immediately take the Brooklyn exit. Come back over the river a second time, on the PACIFIC HIGHWAY #83 & turn directly left in to KANGAROO POINT for your water taxi pick up. Alternatively if travelling by ferry, take the next left ( Brooklyn Rd ) & follow the sign to the ferry wharf. Allow an hour by car from Sydney, and in peak periods add 30 minutes.
WATER TAXI Option 1 $70.00 each way , up to 4 guests, phone 0400 600 111, advance bookings essential, best to also pre book return trip in advance , pick up at KANGAROO POINT, see notes above.
Option 2 $20.00 each way 2 guests..then $10pp xtra guests. Pick up Ferry wharf..see below.
Unload belongings at the wharf, and then park your car. Note there tends to be easier parking near the wharf at Kangaroo Point than at Brooklyn
FERRY departs from 'Ferry Wharf' in Brooklyn ( next left after Kangaroo Point ) Travel approx, 5km along Brooklyn Rd, turning left at the pub, & drive towards the River Boat Poastman office. Here there is a small single lane road to the left, next to the train line. Just 100m along that road is the Dangar Island Ferry Wharf. Unload your belongings & then park your car.There are no parking fees in the parking areas nearby. Note that last ferry is at 8.00pm Mon-Fri & 6.00pm weekends & Public Holidays. No bookings required. $5.70 pp each way. Call 0415 274 020 to check times with driver.
Hire of Self Drive Runabout not suitable
Own Boat not suitable
MORE IMAGES
To view more images of the 'Island reTreat ' simply click on ' view photo gallery' above. Also go to 'location information' for images of Dangar Island & the area in general
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