We’re so excited that friends and family can visit us in the Illawarra again after a few years of lockdowns and uncertainty.
And while it’s awesome if you’ve got the space to host them at home, encouraging them to shack up elsewhere may also be a good idea from a social distancing point of view, and maybe you really don’t like your friend’s annoying new bae – totally understandable!
No stress, there are plenty of awesome local accommodation options to make sure our friends and family are reacquainted with the beautiful Illawarra in style and comfort!
From quirky to snazzy and everything in between, here’s a list of some of our favourite places for friends and family to stay in the Illawarra.
Beach Vibes
It sleeps 10, is styled to perfection [like staying in an interior design magazine!], has an open fire, massive rear deck with a hot tub that overlooks the ocean and it’s a stroll to the sand of one of our fave beaches!
Room With A View
From studio rooms to an amazing 205 metre squared two bedroom penthouse and amazing views, half the fun of staying at the Headlands Hotel is the fab places to eat + drink!
Country Retreat
This beautiful property on three acres is tucked between Berry and Seven Mile Beach at the base of Coolangatta Mountain has beautiful views and luxury accommodation that sleeps 12. And a pool – always a winner!
Bucket List
Set on 150 acres of oceanfront farmland with a fire pit, fireplace, large swimming pool, games room, gym and private access to Werri Beach. Oh, and it’s an architect’s daaaarrrrreeeeam.
Caravan and Camping Fun
Kendalls Beach Holiday Park, Kiama
One of the best locations in Kiama, this relaxed caravan park is right on the beach with a choice of camp sites, cabins, powered caravan sites and ensuite sites.
City Slickers
Chic, serviced apartments on the doorstep of all the awesome shops, bars, pubs, cafes, markets and restaurants the Wollongong CBD has to offer.
Stately Style
Ravensthorpe Guesthouse, Albion Park
A grand manor house with an additional cottage, this is how we’d imagine life in the [fancy] olden days would look. High tea, tennis court, chandeliers, beautiful antique furniture and a pool.
B+B By The Beach
Ocean Blue B and B, Stanwell Park
Choose from three suites in a house surrounded by a leafy, rainforest landscape, and take your full cooked breakfast out on the deck before wandering 600 metres down to the water’s edge for a morning dip.
In The Vines
Crooked River Wines, Gerringong
Willowvale Estate House sits within the grounds of Crooked River Winery, comfortably accomodating 8 guests and a full size kitchen. Oh, and the gang at Crooked River chuck in some bottles of wine to get your getaway off to the perfect start.
Lake Vibes
Windang Beach Tourist Park, Windang Beach
Can’t choose between the lake or the beach? You don’t have to at Windang Tourist Beach Park – it’s perfectly placed between Lake Illawarra and Windag Beach!
Farm Stay
Jamberoo Valley Farm, Jamberoo
A beautiful cottage in the country when you can absolutely relax, get back to nature and just breathe……
We have plenty more accommodation options on The Fold Illawarra! Check out them all out here: