Tanya’s guidebook
Food scene
Take a walk over the hill to the best bakery around. Classic bakery treats and best-ever artisan breads.
Brown Sugar Bakery
15 Forresters Beach RdTake a walk over the hill to the best bakery around. Classic bakery treats and best-ever artisan breads.
Drift Coffee Kazbah
15-17 Forresters Beach RdHole-in-the-wall coffee not too far from your comfy abode.
A favourite with locals for breakfast and lunch for generous healthy eats and delicious pastries.
33 locals recommend
Green Tangerine Long Jetty
393 The Entrance RdA favourite with locals for breakfast and lunch for generous healthy eats and delicious pastries.
A longstanding local favourite. A great scene bustling with locals enjoying a cocktail and great local Thai eats.
46 locals recommend
Thaiger Temple
100-102 Terrigal EsplanadeA longstanding local favourite. A great scene bustling with locals enjoying a cocktail and great local Thai eats.
Locally owned and uniquely styled, Saddles restaurant is just a short drive out of town to this gourmet eatery and bakehouse set on sprawling bushland. Saddles also plays host to sips on the deck in the afternoon or head there for an early breakfast and wander through the grounds, including the nearby Nursery.
34 locals recommend
Saddles
20 Ashbrookes RdLocally owned and uniquely styled, Saddles restaurant is just a short drive out of town to this gourmet eatery and bakehouse set on sprawling bushland. Saddles also plays host to sips on the deck in the afternoon or head there for an early breakfast and wander through the grounds, including the nearby Nursery.
Take a winding drive down the coast to the cult favourite Boathouse at Patonga.
114 locals recommend
The Boathouse Hotel Patonga
6-8 Patonga DrTake a winding drive down the coast to the cult favourite Boathouse at Patonga.
Arc. Est
18 Church StGourmet eats in the heart of Terrigal.
Super eats and vintage styling make this an unmissable place to check out during your stay.
44 locals recommend
Glass Onion Society
308 The Entrance RdSuper eats and vintage styling make this an unmissable place to check out during your stay.
Gourmet dining and boutique spa overlooking the luxurious Killcare Beach
69 locals recommend
Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
107 The Scenic RdGourmet dining and boutique spa overlooking the luxurious Killcare Beach
Bellyfish Cafe
112 Terrigal EsplanadeA firm local favourite all year round.
A firm local favourite right across the beach in Terrigal.
21 locals recommend
Island Time Espresso Bar
104 Terrigal EsplanadeA firm local favourite right across the beach in Terrigal.
Cove Cafe
Scenic HighwayWater front dining at the Haven in Terrigal.
A local favourite for bites and drinks right on the beach at Terrigal.
87 locals recommend
Pocket Bar Terrigal
74 Terrigal EsplanadeA local favourite for bites and drinks right on the beach at Terrigal.
A local favourite for breakfast and lunch, just over the hill from The Loft.
The Pantry Forresters Beach
960 The Entrance RoadA local favourite for breakfast and lunch, just over the hill from The Loft.
The Pantry Forresters Beach
Great local cafe for breakfast or lunch.
Sightseeing
Enjoy an easy walk along the new Terrigal boardwalk after coffee and breakfast at one of the many boutique cafes in Terrigal or Terrigal Haven.
12 locals recommend
Terrigal Boat Ramp
LOT 5 Scenic HwyEnjoy an easy walk along the new Terrigal boardwalk after coffee and breakfast at one of the many boutique cafes in Terrigal or Terrigal Haven.
Head to long jetty for artisan breakfast or lunch, alternative boutique shopping and healing practices and epic sunsets from many of long jetty's wharfs that dot along the foreshore.
17 locals recommend
Long Jetty Wharf
Head to long jetty for artisan breakfast or lunch, alternative boutique shopping and healing practices and epic sunsets from many of long jetty's wharfs that dot along the foreshore.
Head just a 10 minute drive away or a long wander down the beaches to cosmopolitan Terrigal. Gentle waves, boutique shopping, wines overlooking the ocean and breakfast culture.
147 locals recommend
Terrigal Beach
140 Terrigal DriveHead just a 10 minute drive away or a long wander down the beaches to cosmopolitan Terrigal. Gentle waves, boutique shopping, wines overlooking the ocean and breakfast culture.
A gorgeous country escape just a short drive from the coast. Head to the local wine festival, horse riding, natural springs or adventure parks.
13 locals recommend
Glenworth Valley
A gorgeous country escape just a short drive from the coast. Head to the local wine festival, horse riding, natural springs or adventure parks.
Choose from a myriad of challenging and relaxing walks throughout the expansive Bouddi National Park. Wander down to one of the secluded beaches or stay aloft in the boardwalks looking down from above.
169 locals recommend
Bouddi National Park
Maitland Bay TrackChoose from a myriad of challenging and relaxing walks throughout the expansive Bouddi National Park. Wander down to one of the secluded beaches or stay aloft in the boardwalks looking down from above.
Forresters Beach
Our local and our forever favourite and rugged Forresters Beach.
Nearby Avoca often hosts local markets and shows a select showing at the local cinema.
15 locals recommend
Avoca Beach
Nearby Avoca often hosts local markets and shows a select showing at the local cinema.
Take a short drive up the coast to learn of the historic Norah Head Lighthouse and its rugged surroundings.
125 locals recommend
Norah Head Lighthouse
40 Bush StTake a short drive up the coast to learn of the historic Norah Head Lighthouse and its rugged surroundings.
Somersby Falls
Somersby Falls Walking TrackGorgeous waterfalls and bushwalks to explore.
Take a walk from above Forresters Beach over to Crackneck Lookout and Indians Head Point. An excellent spot for whale watching and an approachable coastal walk with amazing views for all fitness levels.
15 locals recommend
Wyrrabalong National Park
Take a walk from above Forresters Beach over to Crackneck Lookout and Indians Head Point. An excellent spot for whale watching and an approachable coastal walk with amazing views for all fitness levels.
Shopping
Drift Home & Living
15 Forresters Beach RdCoastal luxe homewares and gifts
Bohemian Traders
490 Central Coast HwyA local label and favourite for bohemian luxe clothing.
LA BOHEME LIFESTYLE
271 Scenic HwyGorgeous bohemian and designer threads and gifts