But if you really want to get out and explore…

Despite the quiet location within the tranquil village of Swanhaven we are just 3Km from the coastal township of Sussex Inlet which is at the mouth of the largest village on St Georges Basin. You can hire boats and kayaks to explore the canals and waterways in Sussex Inlet or you can fish from one of the jetties or just stroll along the picturesque estuary. Sussex Inlet has full shopping services, a quaint little historic cinema, a golf course as well as a bowling club and an RSL. There is even a courtesy bus that picks up and drops off at Swanhaven if you wish to visit the clubs and choose not to drive.

So beautiful even whales drop in on their way to the Antarctic.

The south coast of NSW is renowned for its pristine sandy beaches, natural bushland and abundant sea life ( whales are often spotted in August on their journey south to Antarctica). Holiday makers are drawn to the promise of great boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and other water sports.

Just 15 minutes bush walk from our cottages is Cudmirrah Beach which offers great surfing and in summer the northern end is patrolled by surf lifeguards. Five minutes away from Cudmirrah is another surf beach – Berrara which also has sheltered lagoons. Conjola National Park can be accessed at the end of the road in Berrara and is great for those who love to bushwalk along the many trails dotted throughout the park. Bushwalkers often walk to the neighbouring village of Bendalong.

Don’t roo missing a magical experience!

Don’t, whatever you do, miss taking a trip to Cudmirrah and Berrara at dusk to watch the large groups of kangaroos and wallabies that congregate on the pathways and front lawns of houses.

If you want to take a drive we are located close to all the major attractions, wineries, award winning restaurants and many areas of the Shoalhaven and South Coast including Jervis Bay, Berry and Kangaroo Valley to our north and the little townships of Milton, Mollymook, and Ulladulla to our south. Milton is a 35 minute drive away and a beautiful little historic agricultural town filled with bookshops, cafes and galleries and great little curio shops. Or if you want time out, what about a trip to Pigeon House Mountain which is situated to the west of Milton and one of the most striking features in Morton National Park? The climb to the top involves a final demanding ascent up ladders, but the reward is the breathtaking view.

If you aren’t up to a drive then don’t forget to bring your push bikes along because at The Springs on Swan Lake we are on the gateway to the bicycle track which takes you to Cudmirrah and the Conjola National Park. In 5 minutes you could be enjoying a fabulous cappuccino at the Cudmirrah Cafe which looks out over the lake and if you cycle fast enough you may have expended enough calories to indulge in one of the many delicacies on their menu. If you’re serious about cycling you won’t be disappointed either – there are many places to ride.

If you visit us in winter and the lake is too cold to swim then a visit to the Sussex Inlet Aquatic Centre with its 25m heated indoor pool, is a perfect alternative. For tennis lovers you can hire courts at Thomson Street Reserve, just 5 minutes away.

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