This secluded beach is perhaps the Central Coast's most beautiful; a seductive curve of sand lapped by gentle waves with a lovely outlook across the bay. The village here is deep in vegetation and very laid-back, with holiday lets popular with summering families. The likeably few facilities include a shop/cafe and upmarket restaurant. A 4.2km bush track heads through national park from here to Patonga, accessible by ferry from Palm Beach.


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