Your haven on the central coast

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About

The Moorings is a 1960’s beachfront shack that has been tastefully renovated to offer a comfortable and relaxing retreat. Overlooking the beach in the sleepy coastal hamlet of Patonga, The Moorings offers a place to kick back and unwind, a little over an hour away from Sydney.
  3 bedrooms
  Sleeps 7 with 2 fold-out beds
  2 toilets
  Laundry facilities
  BBQ
  Slow combustion fire
  Enclosed yard
  Wi-Fi
  A big deck overlooking the beach to laze away the sunny days
Summer is the time when one sheds one's tensions with one's clothes and the right kind of day is jewelled balm for the battered spirit.
A few of those days and you can become drunk with the belief that all's right with the world.
Ada Louise Huxtable
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Lounge
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Kitchen
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Backyard
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Deck
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Beach
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Beach path
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Sunrise
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Deck
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Gone fishin!
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Sunset
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The Deck
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Catch the ferry to Palm Beach
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Trek up to Warrah lookout
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Paddleboard
Where we are

Patonga

Early maps called this area Betonga, which means oyster in the local indigenous language. Now known as Patonga Beach, this area features a public wharf, a boat ramp, two playgrounds and the picturesque beach with the stand of large Norfolk pine trees along the foreshore.
Getting out on the water is the best way to experience Patonga Beach. The waters are calm due to its location within a recessed bay and this makes it perfect for watersports, boating, fishing or just for children to paddle in.

Kayaking, canoeing or standup paddle boarding are perfect ways to discover the beauty of the National Park. However, if you're feeling energetic but want to stay on dry land, there are tennis courts, playgrounds and the local oval for all kinds of sports.

For the bushwalkers, the trail leading to Warrah Lookout is a strenuous but great walk. It’s at the top of the headland and the view is epic. You can see Palm Beach and all the way through to the Hawkesbury River. Warrah Lookout is one of the top scenic viewpoints on the Central Coast, so it’s well worth the hike! The track starts at the eastern end of the beach and it will take you around 30-45 minutes to get there. Feeling even more adventurous? Continue on from the lookout for about another 30 minutes and you’ll arrive at Pearl Beach.
At the southern end of Patonga Beach, you’ll find the estuary of Patonga Creek, which is surrounded by Brisbane Water National Park. The creek is shallow, edged by mangroves and from it you can observe many birds in their natural habitat.

Patonga is famous for the Boathouse Hotel, which underwent a $5 million renovation in 2018. It’s the perfect place to watch the day drift by, as you enjoy a great menu of high quality pub food including fresh local seafood. All washed down with your favourite drink.

For those who prefer to prepare their own specialities, nearby Umina has three supermarkets and several convenience stores. Umina also boasts a movie theatre, loads more restaurants and even local markets on the third Sunday of every month.
PLEASE NOTE: Lifeguards do not patrol Patonga Beach.
Location

Getting Here

CAR
Driving is the easiest option and the journey north from Sydney takes only about one and a half hours. However, Patonga is also a great destination for families who don’t have car.
TRAIN
Nearest station is Woy Woy. However, you will need to take the bus, taxi or Uber to reach Patonga Beach.

BUS
Route number 54, Woy Woy to Pearl Beach and Patonga via Umina Beach (Loop Service). For details, click here.
FERRY
Palm Beach & Hawkesbury River Cruises operates the daily ferry between Palm Beach and Patonga Beach. During the weekdays, it departs from Palm Beach at 11am and returns from Patonga at 3pm. During the weekends and school holidays, there are more services. Click here for the timetable.
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Happy Guests

21

Metres to ocean

484

Steps to pub

365

Days you'll want to stay

Who we are

Meet Us

Sharon & Kelvin Gage
Your hosts
Testimonials

What Our Guests Say

Wow.. Wow.. Wow.! Just experienced a great girls weekend away at Patonga. Our accommodation was absolutely perfect for a getaway. We loved walking along the beach for morning coffee at the Boathouse, having the water on our door step, exploring the sweet little township and most of all... Happy hour on the deck as the sun set. Can’t wait to do it all again soon.

Danni

I would have no hesitation in recommending 55 Bay Street to anyone that wants a relaxing time away in the gem that is Patonga. Speaking of gems, The Moorings has to be one of the best spots in Patonga. Close to the Boathouse but far enough away at the same time. Right on the water for a dip or stroll whenever you feel the urge. Super comfy beds, all modern conveniences, all wrapped up in a beautifully decorated package. Our hosts made sure we felt totally at home. Thank you.

Liane

Patonga is such a beautiful location and Sharon & Kel’s home is in a front row position, right on the beach. We loved sitting on the deck watching the boats come and go while enjoying a nice chilled rosé. Really can’t think of a better place for a really relaxing getaway.

Frank

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Phone:

(+61) 417 446136

Address:

55 Bay Street

Patonga NSW 2256

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Email:

kelvin@gage.com.au

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