Hawkes Valley’s guidebook
Food scene
Stunning waterfront restaurant boasting delicious Italian inspired food. A favourite of hosts Michaela and Brad.
40 locals recommend
8 at Trinity
81 Trinity Point DrStunning waterfront restaurant boasting delicious Italian inspired food. A favourite of hosts Michaela and Brad.
For all your takeaway needs, this gem in the heart of Cooranbong offers great food at reasonable prices.
Cooranbong Takeaway
567 Freemans DrFor all your takeaway needs, this gem in the heart of Cooranbong offers great food at reasonable prices.
The best Indian around. This is an authentic Indian restaurant located 10 mins drive from Hawkes Valley which provides a cosy atmosphere. It also does delivery at a very reasonable rate.
25 locals recommend
Punjabeez Indian Restaurant
3 Short StThe best Indian around. This is an authentic Indian restaurant located 10 mins drive from Hawkes Valley which provides a cosy atmosphere. It also does delivery at a very reasonable rate.
Bistro Eden is a brand new cafe that is situated in the same beautiful valley as our property. It is only 2.5 kms away so you could enjoy a nice walk to work up your appetite or a short drive.
Bistro Eden
79 Kings RdBistro Eden is a brand new cafe that is situated in the same beautiful valley as our property. It is only 2.5 kms away so you could enjoy a nice walk to work up your appetite or a short drive.
Action and adventure
Looking for some action or adventure, bring your bikes and explore these trails. All trails are graded and there are options for every riding ability. Great day out and a favourite of hosts Michaela and Brad.
Awaba MTB Park
Mount Faulk RoadLooking for some action or adventure, bring your bikes and explore these trails. All trails are graded and there are options for every riding ability. Great day out and a favourite of hosts Michaela and Brad.
Catherine Hill Bay Beach is a local favourite. Just 30 mins drive and you are at one of the coast's most pristine beaches. Explore rock pools, stroll along the coastline or take a quick dip.
Middle Camp Beach
Catherine Hill Bay Beach is a local favourite. Just 30 mins drive and you are at one of the coast's most pristine beaches. Explore rock pools, stroll along the coastline or take a quick dip.
Why not hire kayaks and paddle around the lake shore. Shingle Splitters is only a 15 minute drive away and Lake Maqaurie Kayaks and SUP hire will deliver on site.
http://lakemacquariekayaks.com.au/
53 locals recommend
Lake Macquarie
Why not hire kayaks and paddle around the lake shore. Shingle Splitters is only a 15 minute drive away and Lake Maqaurie Kayaks and SUP hire will deliver on site.
http://lakemacquariekayaks.com.au/
Sightseeing
Located close to the property is this bushland wonder. Explore walking tracks, catch the views from a number of lookouts or enjoy a picnic in the many picnic areas on offer. Hosts Michaela and Brad have grown up exploring these mountains, so ask for any tips or advice.
68 locals recommend
Watagans National Park
Mount Faulk RoadLocated close to the property is this bushland wonder. Explore walking tracks, catch the views from a number of lookouts or enjoy a picnic in the many picnic areas on offer. Hosts Michaela and Brad have grown up exploring these mountains, so ask for any tips or advice.
Located only a short drive away, grab some take away from Watagans Takeaway or order a grazing box from Bistro Eden, head up to Heaton Lookout. Great views and walks.
Heaton Picnic Area / Lookout
Heaton RoadLocated only a short drive away, grab some take away from Watagans Takeaway or order a grazing box from Bistro Eden, head up to Heaton Lookout. Great views and walks.
This lookout is great for a picnic or to sit and watch the sunset so pack a picnic or grab a grazing box from Bistro Eden, and head up to Hunter Lookout. Great views and walks.
Hunter Lookout
This lookout is great for a picnic or to sit and watch the sunset so pack a picnic or grab a grazing box from Bistro Eden, and head up to Hunter Lookout. Great views and walks.
Walking tracks
Lake Macquarie boasts an incredible range of natural environments. Lake Mac council have put together 7 of the city's best walks, from 15 minute strolls to day-hikes. Check them out here.
https://www.lakemac.com.au/Lets-Lake-Mac/A-guide-for-the-casual-hiker
53 locals recommend
Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie boasts an incredible range of natural environments. Lake Mac council have put together 7 of the city's best walks, from 15 minute strolls to day-hikes. Check them out here.
https://www.lakemac.com.au/Lets-Lake-Mac/A-guide-for-the-casual-hiker