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Little Bay Cottage - 8 East St SWR

Cottage in Arakoon with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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South West Rocks, NSW
  • Place, Arakoon National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Bay Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Trial Bay Gaol
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arakoon

This cottage places you next to Arakoon National Park and Little Bay Beach. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Arakoon National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Little Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hat Head National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Main Beach - Trial Bay - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Trial Bay Gaol - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Eungai Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paragon Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪South West Rocks Surf Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Malt & Honey - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thai on the Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Tavern - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Little Bay Cottage - 8 East St SWR

Tucked away amongst the trees on the edge of beautiful Arakoon National Park, Little Bay Cottage is the ultimate peaceful coastal escape. Perfectly positioned just moments from our beautiful Beaches, this charming cottage offers the closest accommodation to the beaches, ideal for swimming, fishing, bushwalking, whale watching, and exploring the natural beauty of South West Rocks.

Inside, the cottage features a relaxed open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area flowing seamlessly onto a private deck through large glass doors. Fire up the gas BBQ, unwind amongst the sounds of nature, and enjoy the laid-back coastal atmosphere.

Sleeping up to 5 guests, the cottage includes:

1 Queen Bedroom
1 Bunk Bed (2 Singles)
1 Trundle Bed

The bathroom includes a separate toilet, while downstairs you’ll find a laundry complete with washing machine for added convenience.

Nature lovers will be right at home, with walking trails to Trial Bay Gaol, Monument Hill, Laggers Point, and Smoky Cape Lighthouse all just minutes away. Keep an eye out for native birdlife, soaring sea eagles, and migrating whales during the season.

Please note:
Strictly no pets permitted due to the property’s location within Arakoon National Park.

Whether you’re seeking adventure or simply a quiet place to recharge, Little Bay Cottage is the perfect base for your next coastal getaway. Don’t forget your swimmers, snorkel, sunscreen, and camera!

While we ensure that all beds are equipped with mattress protectors, pillows, pillowcases, quilts, and quilt covers, we kindly ask guests to bring their own sheets, towels, bath mats, and tea towels. Additionally, guests are expected to provide their own laundry detergent, dish soap, personal soap, and toilet paper among other personal necessities.

Linen Hire companies available for you hire are available please contact our office directly.
Owned by NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service.

A $40 Booking Fee plus a separate Cleaning Fee Applies to all bookings.

PID-STRA-93024
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-93024, 2431

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Little Bay Cottage Arakoon NSW South West Rocks
Little Bay Cottage Arakoon NSW
Little Bay Arakoon NSW South West Rocks
Little Bay Arakoon NSW
2901-235611

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Arakoon, just steps from Arakoon National Park and Little Bay Beach, and within a short walk of Hat Head National Park. You'll also find Trial Bay Gaol and Main Beach - Trial Bay less than a mile away.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Little Bay Cottage - 8 East St SWR Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Richard T.

Great house in great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A lovely house surrounded by trees in a national park and close to Little Bay beach (not for swimming).A table and chiars would be an improvement, also a shower caddy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

What a beautiful property, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Milani V.

Weekend away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful spotBeautiful views and cozy placeNot great service, if offered wifi would be amazingCould use more general supplies eg. Toilet paper
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nick J.

Short break

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Exceptional
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Nimbin 2480, NSW

Great spot and cute cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cottage is in a great location close to little bay and walks in national Park.It's simple and clean and has a beautiful outlook into brush box trees.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from BERRILEE, NSW

Wonderful location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a comfortable stay at Little Bay Cottage. The place was clean and easy to manage. Great to make use of the outside bench table and stools. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Little Bay Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great - always a pleasure to stay here. The house is very private and has a great location and everything you need for a stay - including an 1000 piece jigsaw when the rain arrived.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Litte Bay Gem

Overall a great stay. Be aware that you need linen, towels, bath mats, tea towels. Absolutely no supplies like tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper.. bring everything and you'll be fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Invergowrie, NSW

Holiday rental amongst the gum trees

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very cute little cottage in a quiet and private location. Extremely convenient to the beach and nearby Arakoon NP. Lots for wildlife lovers to enjoy 🙂
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous

A delight!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great hide out tucked away in the national park with an easy walk to the beach and an easy drive into town in beautiful Southwest Rocks. And you can sneak a peek of the ocean from the verandah.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

Hidden gem

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Elders were fantastic to book with,this little cottage is tucked away in a private setting on one of the most magical places on the planet.The cottage has all that is needed for a peaceful comfortable escape.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Rachel T.

Cabin in the trees

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location at Little Bay short stroll the the beach and 5 min drive into South West Rocks. Very clean basic little cabin. Be sure to pack all amenities including soap, dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent and toilet paper as none provided. No mobile data reception in this location which is either a good or bad thing depending on your requirements.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hidden Gem

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely charming! Little Bay Cottage is a hidden gem that offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted with a sense of peace and tranquillity that’s truly rejuvenating. The cottage itself is wonderfully cozy, with a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.What truly sets Little Bay Cottage apart, though, is its stunning natural surroundings. Nestled in a serene location, it offers excellent views and an abundance of wildlife that enhances the overall experience. Whether you’re sipping coffee on the porch while watching kangaroos graze or enjoying a peaceful walk through the national park, the connection to nature is truly special.I highly recommend Little Bay Cottage to anyone seeking a tranquil retreat. It’s a place where you can relax, reconnect with yourself, and enjoy the simple pleasures of life.
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
From the moment we arrived at Little Bay Cottage, we felt right at home. A helpful tip for future guests: if you’re arriving in a larger car, we recommend reversing up East Street and into the driveway — we did this from day one and it made coming and going incredibly easy. The cottage itself is set in a truly magical spot. One morning, we were lucky enough to spot a koala lounging in a tree just off the back verandah — right on the property! Kangaroos regularly visited nearby, kookaburras provided a classic Aussie soundtrack, and a walk along the Little Bay Beach bush track even treated us to dolphin sightings. Inside, the cottage is all about slowing down and soaking in the moment. We loved unwinding with books from the shelf, watching DVDs, tuning in to free-to-air TV, and spending time together with the games and puzzles provided. Everything was clean, comfy, and well set up — from the beds and bathroom to the lounge and kitchen. The shower head, which was mentioned in a previous review, looked brand new to us and worked perfectly. The BBQ was easy to use, and the kitchen had everything we needed for relaxed meals. There’s a small patch of internet reception on the far side of the double bed — just enough to look up your next adventure. But honestly, this is the kind of place where you’ll want to disconnect. And don’t miss Little Bay Beach at sunrise — it’s pure magic. If we could buy this place and keep it forever, we would!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Inverell, NSW

Great little escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great little cottage tucked away in the bush. Clean and comfortable with everything you need. I would definitely recommend it. However if you are interested in internet & TV maybe not the best choice.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Nimbin 2480, NSW

Great spot and cute cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cottage is in a great location close to little bay and walks in national Park.It's simple and clean and has a beautiful outlook into brush box trees.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable cottage in a great location

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here several times and this time was just as good. It's a basic but comfirtable cottage and the location is great, just a 5 minute walk to Littel Bay Beach and the headland walks and it is only a few minutes drive to town. The only complaint is the bad smell from the toilet, of urine, which we don;t think was cleaned prior to our arrival. Not ideal but otherwise we had a great stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable cottage in a great location

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here several times and this time was just as good. It's a basic but comfirtable cottage and the location is great, just a 5 minute walk to Littel Bay Beach and the headland walks and it is only a few minutes drive to town. The only complaint is the bad smell from the toilet, of urine, which we don;t think was cleaned prior to our arrival. Not ideal but otherwise we had a great stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Inverell, NSW

Great little escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great little cottage tucked away in the bush. Clean and comfortable with everything you need. I would definitely recommend it. However if you are interested in internet & TV maybe not the best choice.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

KAREN P.

Nestled in Nature

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We just experienced our best Christmas holiday ever. This is the perfect location! Nestled in nature with Koalas in the trees, Kangaroos on the grass and only a 3 minute walk to Little Bay Beach and bush walking tracks - this place is beautiful. The accommodation is quaint, comfortable and clean. There is a constant cool coastal breeze that cooled the house and kept it comfortable, there were also fans if required. Arakoon is just a short drive (or a comfortable walk) from south west rocks restaurants and shopping precinct. It is away from the hustle and bustle of this tourist town. The beautiful Trial bay is just around the corner, accessed by car or beautiful short bush walks. There is so much to do and enjoy in this region... I will definitely be back and would stay again at Little Bay Cottage, it was ideal for me and my two girls and our love of nature and the outdoors.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little bay cottage

As advertised. Basic but functional with surprisingly well stocked kitchen utensils. Some ambient lighting in living area wouldn’t go astray i.e. a lamp or two.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Terry A.

Great secluded spot

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place in coastal rain forest close to beach and Trial Bay. Oven did not work and solid hot plates = stove needs replacing. Parking a bit tight.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wade W.

Hidden Gem

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great little hideaway for a relaxing holiday. Just moments from the beach and surround by national park.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Winter Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A lovely spot to stay. Only negative is the parking area