The Villa Boathouse captures traditional Mediterranean characteristics combined with a modern coastal twist. Focusing on indoor-outdoor living.
~Romantic Getaway~
Celebrate anniversaries, birthdays, babymoons in tranquility or simply recharge your soul. No roads, no cars, arrive by boat or seaplane!
The Villa Boathouse is the most lavish self contained boathouse to be found on the river, commanding expansive mountain and water views from its northern aspect vantage point.
This 2 level boathouse is completely "off grid", but with state of the art technology installed, the boathouse is set up so efficiently you would not know it is an off grid property.
The interior is fresh, coastal and inviting. Amenities include a 55 inch Samsung smart TV, Foxtel, complimentary WIFI, and a Yamaha Bluetooth compatible music system. For further entertainment, choose from our library of DVD'S, books and selection of board games.
The upper level of this original boathouse is fully self-contained and comfortably set up as open plan living. Wall to wall glass stacker doors open up to uninterrupted panoramic views from inside.
The lower level of the Boathouse is a semi underground sandstone room hand built with sandstone boulders into the cliff face, it has a 65 inch Samsung smart TV with Wi fi connection, blue ray/DVD player, mirrored Foxtel from the first floor, pool table and is set up as a pool/games/media room with a covered outdoor area. The area also stores the Treagar wood smoker, gas hooded BBQ and 2 x fishing rods, NOTE you will need to bring your own bait and tackle should you wish to fish.
The upper level of the Boathouse contains a double pull out sofa bed, it is available for bookings of more than 2 guests only, by prior arrangement. (surcharge of $50 per person applies to cover linen, consumables etc.
- NOTE -
The main Villa known as “The Villa on Coba Point” is closed off and unoccupied during your stay to ensure complete privacy (unless you have booked that for friends/family. Contact host if this is an option you wish to look into.)
Guests staying at Villa Boathouse have exclusive use of the grounds, the ground floor games room, the Treagar wood smoker, the gas hooded BBQ, the outdoor fire pit, the grassed area at the waters edge, the 2 x fishing rods and the 2 adult and 2 kids kayaks.
Guest access
ACCESS is by WATER ONLY
- Transfers to and from "The Villa on Coba Point" and The "Villa Boathouse" are booked directly by the guests, this is to ensure that the best pricing and most suitable options are selected by the guest and are secured well prior to arrival and departure times.
We suggest that you call the operators directly once you have confirmed your accommodation with us here at The Villa on Coba Point to get the best deal and options suitable to your needs.
- Upon confirmation of your booking a full list of suitable transport options including contact details, locations for pick up and approximate costs will be sent to you along with any further guidance and assistance that you require to ensure that your transfers are the most enjoyable and best suitable for your stay at "The Villa on Coba Point" or The "Villa Boathouse." We offer this service at no charge to our treasured guests and as part of your experience stay with "The Villa on Coba Point" or The "Villa Boathouse".
- "The Villa on Coba Point" and The "Villa Boathouse" also cater to arrival, exploration and departure with your own trailer boat up to and including 5.0m (or larger by prior approval).
- We provide multiple clearly mapped options from your point of departure to "The Villa on Coba Point" or The "Villa Boathouse".
- Upon confirmation of your booking a full list of exploration information, places to go, restaurants and cafes etc to suite the boat option chosen, We offer this service at no charge to our treasured guests and as part of your experience stay with "The Villa on Coba Point" or The "Villa Boathouse"
Please find a few of the best travel options below!
~ HAWKESBURY WATER TAXI ~
- Hop on with bags in hand at Kangaroo Point OR Brooklyn public wharf, These are the most common pick up locations, however Hawkesbury water taxi offers a full customized option tailored to suite your needs.
- There is ample unrestricted parking available near both pick up points.
- No need to stress if you cant get away before dark as the fantastic water taxi service travels after sunset!
- taxi travel time to VILLA BOATHOUSE is about 10-15mins
PRICE GUIDELINE $130 per trip based on 2 guests.
~ WATER TAXI and HIRE BOAT ~
- Why not scoot to The Villa on Coba Point by water taxi and have your very own hire boat waiting for your there to use during your stay!
- These tinnie's are an absolute breeze and a blast to drive, Absolutely no previous experience or boat license required!
- Upon arrival you will receive a personalized "how to" boat tutorial by the fantastic team at the Hawkesbury water taxi company.
-Great value as its an all in one solution including a quick ride to The Villa on Coba Point, stable tinnie with a 25LT Fuel, Basic map, Safety gear, Emergency call out, Fishing licenses etc.
PRICE GUIDELINE is approx. $400 for 2 or 3 nights . additional nights $50/night.
~ BROOKLYN CENTRAL BOAT HIRE ~
4 Person Runabout
The most bountiful option of their fleet, perfect to get small groups out on the water. Soft cushioned seats, foldable bimini cover and 4 rod holders will enable you to make your own way to and from "The Villa on Coba Point" or The "Villa Boathouse," explore and fish the Hawkesbury River in comfort. The most cost effective way to experience the river for couples, small groups and small families.
- These tinnie's are an absolute breeze and a blast to drive, Absolutely no previous experience or boat license required!
- Personalized “how to” boat instructions given at the marina prior to your departure and maiden voyage!
- Boat travel to "The Villa on Coba Point" or The "Villa Boathouse" will vary between 30-40 mins depending on the tide with these speed limited options, however the journey is around 15 minutes if you are in a 50hp powered craft.
PRICE GUIDELINE $350 for 2 or 3 nights / extra nights $100. discounts may apply. Great value as its an all in one solution including Fuel, Basic map, Safety gear, Emergency call out, Fishing licenses etc.
SOLD YOUR BOAT? MISSING IT LIKE CRAZY? JUST BOOK ONE!!!
~ BROOKLYN CENTRAL ~ If you feel a little more need for speed, and are a boat license holder, there 30hp forward steer runabouts will hook you up. Quickly maneuver your way around the waterscape, to maximise your chance of scoring catch of the day, or just to experience the beautiful ecosystem. Soft cushioned seats for comfort, foldable bimini covers for protection from the elements and fishing rod holders give you everything you need to cast and relax, licensed to carry 4 adult passengers, Tohatsu 30hp 2 stroke and Mercury 30hp 4 stroke motors, Forward steering and throttle controls, Dimensions: Length 4.2m Width 1.8m, Foldable bimini cover, 4 fishing rod holders.
~ BOAB BOAT HIRE ~ With Berowra Water’s marina as there launching base and having engine options in excess of 50HP, hirers have easy access to The Villa on Coba Point, secluded beaches, great historical points of interest, an abundance of fishing spots/holes, excellent water-skiing locations and a wide range of restaurants and cafés to suit all budgets. Fish, Sea Eagles, Mud Crabs and Sea planes will all be seen through this majestic waterway system only an hour from the Sydney CBD.
~ LUCKY ENOUGH TO HAVE YOUR OWN TRAILER BOAT? ~
- We recommend you launch your craft from either Mooney Mooney boat ramp (Deerubin Reserve) or Berowra Waters boat ramp (Dust hole bay boat ramp at 199 bay rd Berowra Waters)
- Boat travel time from either ramp to The Villa on Coba Point with a 60HP is approx 15 min, if you wanted to explore the broken bay region, Cowan Creek, Americas bay, Refuge Bay, Dangar island, Patonga, etc then the travel time would be 20-35min with a 60HP powered boat, But why not take double the time and enjoy the beautiful water way and its amazing things it has to offer.
~ SEA PLANE ~
Book a seaplane from Rose Bay – Arrive in style and fly from Rose Bay directly to the house. Seaplanes are to be booked directly by guests after accommodation is confirmed.
Other things to note
- CHILDREN not suited
- PETS strictly NOT permitted
There is no cleaning fee so we do ask you to leave The Villa Boathouse neat and tidy as you found her.
Kindling and firelighters are provided for fire pit under the stars.
Guests BYO easy carry bags of fire wood available at most service stations and at Berowra Waters Marina if hiring a boat from there.
Note that there is no garbage service in the area. The boat access communities such as Coba Point are 'carry supplies in / carry garbage out'. Guests staying at The Villa Boathouse are also requested to take their garbage back to the mainland bins as the locals do.
