Places to stay near Handkerchief Beach

Spacious luxury log cabin, private & dog-friendly

Bawley Ridge Cottage is a secluded, spacious & dog-friendly log cabin with lofty beamed ceilings, cosy living area, & luxury bathroom. 10 mins from Bawley's beaches, the cottage is on an 8 ac farm, with roaming alpacas, geese, peacocks & goats. We have lots of wood for the fire in winter, the outdoor bath is wonderful for stargazing & the (shared) swimming pool heaven on a hot day. We can also provide transport at a competitive fare to & from nearby walking trails, wedding venues & wineries.

THE STARGAZER Adorable pod with stunning views

Find peace & tranquility in this sweet & stylish space with views of a lake, forest & farmland. Experience solitude & privacy with only a small distant cottage in sight. Swim in the river, see the stars at night, Roos at dusk & dawn and a few cows. It is off-grid with solar power and water must be carted in. For the hot days there is an air cooler ( no Aircon), it always cools down at night. No heater inside but it is never too cold in winter. Firewood provided. Cooking on bbq outside! 😊

Ellington Grove: Historic Cottage

Experience the serenity and elegance of a bygone era in this quintessential cedar cottage that is Ellington Grove. Nestled in the midst of the Sapphire Coast hinterland, the cottage is surrounded by giant Eucalyptus and twisted Willows. Allow us to transport you back to the era of jazz’s golden days, featuring luxurious velvet sofas, glamorous accents, exquisite linen and vintage furnishings. Ellington is more than just a place to relax; it invites you to relish the charm of days gone by.

‘The Dairy’ @mattanafarm 2 bedroom cottage

The ultimate surf and turf experience. Nestled on a 100 acre cattle and horse breeding property and only 10 mins from beautiful beaches. This is the perfect place to enjoy the country life with the convenience of being a taxi ride from renowned restaurants of Milton and Mollymook. The cottage is a renovated dairy with modern kitchen and bathroom without loosing its rustic charm. Ideal for a romantic get away with a fire pit, wood heater and twin shower heads. Instagram mattanafarm

Tawillah Milton Luxury Retreat for Couples

Tawillah is an exclusive accommodation for one couple with a king size bed. It has commanding views of Milton countryside and the nearby Budawang Ranges. The space features high quality finishes throughout. The generous bathroom has a stone bath, separate double shower and underfloor heating. Outside there is a large deck with sun lounges, fire pit and outdoor shower. This beautiful accommodation is just 2 minutes drive to Milton town and 5 min to Mollymook beach.

Beautiful Converted Church. Luxury Couples Retreat

Enjoy the peaceful seclusion of the Church @ Tantawangalo. The stunning 1905 brick gothic revival style church has been sensitively converted in a luxury retreat perfect for creating your next holiday memories. This unique home is a great place to get away from the world whilst still close to local amenities, whether it's to completely slowdown and relax or to explore the vast array of activities the spectacular Sapphire Coast has to offer.

Mountain View Farm - private cottage "the Dolphin"

The fully self contained one bedroom Dolphin cottage is located at the base of Gulaga National Park at Mountain View Farm. Surrounded by gardens and farmland but only a short distance to the beach and amenities. There is a small courtyard with garden and mountain views and a personal fire pit for relaxing evenings. Pets are welcome. Only 2.5km to Central Tilba, 5 minutes to the beach and 15 minutes to Narooma and Bermagui.

Tilba Coastal Retreat - The Terrace

Please note - Tilba Coastal Retreat is strictly adults only accommodation. Escape the everyday and experience the ultimate slow stay at our dog friendly, adults only sanctuary nestled between the mountains and the sea in Tilba, on the NSW South Coast. Our stunning eco-architecturally designed suite has been crafted with you in mind, offering the perfect spot to relax, reconnect and explore all the wonders at your doorstep.

Moonrise on the River - Breakfast on arrival

Nestled in a spotted gum & burrawang forest (6 acres with river frontage to the Bermagui River) & roughly 10 minutes out of town & beaches (3.5 km on an unsealed road), Moonrise on the River caters for people looking for a private bush retreat who enjoy waking to glorious sunrises, the dawn chorus of birdsong, sunsets, moonrises, the waves breaking from the surrounding beaches, bird watching, kayaking, bush walking & more.