The Big House + Fogo

This listing includes The Main House (sleeps 8) and Fogo (sleeps 2) at Ethel & Ode's. For families needing a bit more space, enjoy this stylish, absolute waterfront beach house and the beautiful Fogo self contained studio. Steps to Jibbon Beach and only one hour from Sydney. Tesla charger available. Inspired by the memories of our grandparents, Ethel & Ode's was established to provide a relaxing space for our family and yours to enjoy and create memories for generations to come. Available by phone. Self Check in. Situated within the Royal National Park, Bundeena is popular with locals and tourists alike for hiking, swimming, birdwatching, watersports and whale/dolphin watching. There are a few friendly cafes on the main street, and plenty of regular local events to experience. Heres our list of recommendations for the area; • Hike, Birdwatch, Fish, Whale Watch in the Royal National Park • Go on the Bundeena-Maianbar Heritage Walk • See the Jibbon Aboriginal Rock Carvings • Peruse Bundeena Saltwater Markets (first Sunday of every month) • Go whale-watching by charter boat or view from the sandstone cliffs of the south head only 25 minutes walk along beautiful Jibbon beach • Check out the Art Trail from Bundeena to Maianbar (first Sunday of every month) • Surf Garie Beach, Square Head or North Era breaks • Marvel at natural wonders like Figure 8 Pool and Wedding Cake Rock • Visit historic Audley Boatshed with fun for the whole family including rowboats, canoes, kayaks, aqua-bikes, mountains bikes & kiosk • Explore Port Hacking by Kayak • Hire bikes and cruise around town – call (PHONE NUMBER HIDDEN) • Catch the ferry to Cronulla for a few hours or join them for a cruise • Just remember that you don’t have to pay the national park entry fee if you are going to Bundeena only, however if you wish to explore the Royal National Park you must pay the entry fee as fines are enforced. Ethel & Ode's is located in Bundeena - a unique beach side town located within the Royal National Park. Just under one hour from Sydney CBD by car, there is also a train from Central Station to Cronulla (1hr travel time) and an hourly ferry that goes from Cronulla to Bundeena (20 minute journey). Please note that if you are staying in Bundeena you are exempt from paying the National Park visitor's fee when you enter into the Royal National Park. There is no direct public transport in/around Bundeena but everything is within walking distance. The Bunkie which is also situated on the property, isnot part of this listing. Each accommodation has its own distinct areas, with only the Neil Street entrance shared. If you have doggos that need their own holiday; while we cannot accommodate them, we recommend Hanrob Pet Hotel in Heathcote which is only a short diversion on your way to Ethel & Ode's. Please note this listing includes cleaning and linen to be commercially laundered. Fake tan and makeup stains on towels that require soaking/treatment will incur additional cleaning fees. Our bathrooms run on pumps and connect to septic. Only toilet paper should be disposed of in our toilets. Disposal of anything else such as sanitary products, makeup or baby wipes may cause blockage which will impact your stay and necessitate expensive repairs for which guests will be charged. Our team attend the property on Mondays /Tuesdays to attend to the bins and garden maintenance. They will say hello if they see you but will absolutely respect your privacy.