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Leafy & Private Courtyard Studio
This sunny studio is set in a leafy, private courtyard with a side entrance. It is adjacent to our family home. A short level walk to Manly ocean beach, cafes, restaurants, shops, Manly wharf and all that this beautiful seaside suburb has to offer. There's a local bus(free or coin donation)across the road that goes to Manly and runs half hourly. The studio is equipped with a queen bed with ensuite, kitchenette. Your courtyard has a retractable awning and a small weber bbq for cooking.

Bright 2BR near Freshwater Beach, 2-min walk!
Experience luxury in our stylish and sunlit 2-bedroom apartment, just a 2-minute walk from the trendy Freshwater Beach. The space provides privacy and peace. Enjoy discounts on stays longer than 7 nights. Seamless check-in/out process, fast Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, Smart TV, and air conditioning. Walk to nearby cafés, wine bars, yoga studios, shops, and oceanfront dining, easily. Need more room? Book our additional apartment for more space here: https://abnb.me/KLNhhBs3BM.. PID-STRA-7690

Freestanding one bedroom house walk to Manly Beach
Luxurious private freestanding one bedroom house in elevated position. Full kitchen including 4 burner gas cooktop, oven and dishwasher Laundry with machine and dryer. Enormous deck with BBQ & magnificent sunsets. Enjoy viewing the Big screen tv (Foxtel and Netflix) on the recliner couch High speed internet, Bluetooth speaker for music. Study Nook Workspace. Espresso coffee machine and coffee provided to get your day started. High quality linen and towels along with heated bathroom floors.

Luxury Manly Oceanfront Getaway
Be mesmerised by endless ocean views across to iconic Manly Beach and beyond from this newly renovated top floor apartment. Perfectly positioned on the oceanfront walk between Manly and Shelly Beach, there are plenty of cafes and outdoor activities within an easy scenic stroll. Enjoy the sights and sounds of what the Northern Beaches has to offer from the luxury of your own piece of paradise. Sydney Harbour ferries within walking distance and world class swimming/snorkeling on your doorstep.

Manly, NSW: Clean + Self Contained
Completely Renovated and Extended. This private entrance, self-contained, air-conditioned space features Queen-sized bedroom, lounge/dining, free Netflix streaming, kitchenette (stone bench cooktop, fridge, microwave, sink, etc), outdoor covered exclusive-use courtyard with new BBQ + laundry access. Everything is a level walk: the lagoon pathway/cycleway to Manly Beach, gym, tennis court, cafes/restaurants, bottle shop, fresh food market, pool, bus stop to connect with Manly Ferry or CBD.

Gorgeous 1 bed flat in Fairlight, close to Manly
Set against a picturesque backdrop that sweeps from yacht-studded North Harbour to the ocean through Sydney Heads, this peaceful, renovated 1 bedroom granny flat offers a spacious retreat with only a short stroll to stunning Fairlight harbour beaches and an easy 20min walk to Manly and the Ferry along the Manly Scenic Walkway. Enjoy a light, bright, airconditioned and spacious apartment with seperate private entrance, a new kitchen with dishwasher and floor to ceiling harbour views.

Queenscliff beach studio flat minutes to the surf
Beach at your doorstep. Minutes to one of most the stunning beaches in Australia. Enjoy all that Manly has to offer. This "Beach studio" is yours. Hidden in an iconic building at the end of Manly beach with private beach access. A magic location. Its your beach sanctuary. Private entry, lounge, dining, bed, bathroom and kitchenette. Enjoy your meal alfresco & enjoy the beach views. Manly restaurants, bars and city ferry The perfect pad for the that beachside break

Unique WATERFRONT Apartment
Situated between Manly South Steyne and Shelly Beach lies the romantic sounding Fairy Bower. Designed for the quintessential Northern Beaches lifestyle, this top-floor unique Manly apartment is an entertainers delight offering a 180-degree ocean view. Take a surf check from the shared rooftop balcony, or just enjoy the iconic breaks of Manly Beach. With this million-dollar view, you won’t even need to leave this coastal sanctuary to feel like you’re at the water’s edge.

Bon-sy Escape
Chill out and unwind at this perfectly positioned oasis. Whether you're a solo traveler or a couple in search of a getaway, this home is the perfect spot for you to unwind and enjoy the beautiful surrounds. Just a short 15 min walk to Queenscliff, Freshwater, Manly and shopping centre. It's situated opposite a large park, where the bus stop is close by.

'Serenita' - Garden unit on North Curl Curl Beach
Quaint and welcoming garden unit, fresh and light. Situated across the road from North Curl Curl beach. Close to Manly and public transport. Walking distance to cafes and shops. Private with own entrance. Fully equipped with queen bed, complete kitchen and reverse cycle air conditioning. Separate laundry adjacent to main unit.

The Curly Surf Shack
Situated at the bottom of our garden, The Curly Surf Shack is a private little hide away on Sydney's best surfing beach Curl Curl. Close to great restaurants, cafes, bars and nightlife. Transport to City and Manly on the doorstep. We are dog friendly; we have a Beagle x Poodle called Snoop who is very friendly with other dogs.

Studio cottage close to the beach
(Studio update December 2025) - The studio will very unfortunately be next door to a building site.. Demolition and excavation are complete though there can still be general building noise. The builders hours are 7am - 3:30pm Monday to Friday. Very likely the normal peace and serenity will be disrupted during this time.
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When is the best time to visit Freshwater?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $519 NZD | $400 NZD | $399 NZD | $451 NZD | $423 NZD | $437 NZD | $400 NZD | $367 NZD | $437 NZD | $434 NZD | $407 NZD | $557 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 24°C | 24°C | 22°C | 20°C | 17°C | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 21°C | 23°C |
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270 of Freshwater holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Freshwater rentals

4.8 Average rating
Freshwater stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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