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RiverTreehouse Escape <br>(15 Calabash Point, formerly 8 DustHole Pt)

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 816 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

RiverTreehouse Escape <br>(15 Calabash Point, formerly 8 DustHole Pt)

With linen and towels provided it's so easy to take a break and reset at our RiverTreehouse, Berowra Waters.

Only one hour's drive from Sydney CBD on the beautiful Hawkesbury River.

As soon as you step foot onto Berowra Waters marina, you'll feel relaxed. And at Dusthole Point you could be a million miles from anywhere!

Our property includes an contemporary kitchen with Concreate benchtop, woodburner fireplace, flyscreens, ceiling fans, an additional outdoor shower, plush new carpet and fresh paintwork.

This spectacular property features extensive use of timber and glass, to take advantage of the sunny Northern aspect and stunning water views. It is tucked away behind beautiful casuarinas in a tiny sheltered bay, but is literally 5 minutes away from Berowra Waters marina.

Access to the property is by boat from the marina at 199 Bay Road, Berowra Waters (which we arrange for you as part of the booking fee) The parking is free at the marina.

You can visit wonderful local restaurants during your stay through pre-arranged private boat hire (additional fees apply) and have free use of our tinny for 1.5km up/down the river. It is a 4-knot zone so all boats travel slowly and no licence is required*.

We promise you it will be an amazing experience!

REVIEW: "I just wanted to give some feedback now that we are back in the UK. Patrick was an amaaaaaazing guy who went out of his way to make our stay fantastic! Your house was beautiful and the highlight of my holiday and we stayed in some pretty spectacular places so that is saying something! I reckon we may well be in touch to stay with you again next time we are in Sydney." Lisa, April 2018

There are four bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a powder room and open plan living with mezzanine dining overlooking the lounge (with bar) and sunny north-facing front deck.

FACILITIES:
Private pontoon and jetty
Tinny
Stand-up paddle board
Kayaks (2 single, 1 double)
2 x fishing rods
4 x crab nets (bait available at the local shop, access via tinny)

SLEEPS up to 10*
linen provided
1 x Queen bedroom with private balcony
1 x Double bedroom with private balcony and outdoor shower
1 x Queen
1 x Queen
2 x single stretcher beds

(1 x Queen sofa bed is also available. Extra charges apply for 8 guests due to the additional boat trips)

*The property really comfortably fits 8 adults in 3 queen & 1 double bed. There are also 2 stretcher beds in the 4th bedroom so it is perfect for 3 couples and up to 4-5 kids in the 4th room.

BATHROOMS:
Towels provided (please bring your own recreational towels)
Family bathroom (with bath)
Lower bedroom with ensuite
Powder room

OTHER FACILITIES:
‘Hidden’ laundry, with washer/dryer
Electric oven
Electric stove top
Pantry with fridge/freezer
Bar with bar fridge

LOCATION:
Only 1 hour North of Sydney CBD.
Boat access only from 199 Bay Road ,Berowra Waters Marina.
10-minute drive to Berowra Station and shops from the marina.

From the marina you will be met by our Managing host and taken to the property by boat (complimentary tranist for all guests. One trip each way to cover number of guests) For any additional trips during your stay you can use the tinny during daylight hours or liaise with us to book additional pick-ups / drop offs.

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIMES:
Check in from 3pm and before dusk
Check out 10am

Minimum 2 night stay.

RATES:
Sunday to Thursday BASE RATE: $450-$700/night* (covers up to 4 guests)
Fridays & Saturdays BASE RATE: $500-$800/night* (covers up to 4 guests)

For GROUPS OF UP TO 4 PEOPLE -
Ask us about our PAMPER PACKAGE upgrade for $99
Includes an indulgent relaxation bath&skin pack with your choice of beverage (Craft beer (750ml), boutique wine, bubbles or kombucha).

FOR GROUPS OF 5-7 PEOPLE
BASE RATE for 4 guests plus an extra $50/person/night

GROUPS OF 8-10 PEOPLE
BASE RATE for 4 guests plus an extra $50/person/night plus SERVICE FEE^(for large group cleaning & rubbish removal)

*BASE RATES may be subject to a $100-$200 per night variation during NSW school holidays, public holidays, Christmas & Easter periods.
^Large group SERVICE FEE - 8 guests:$200, 9 guests:$250, 10 guests:$300

Some larger group bookings(maximum 12) may be accommodated, please contact us to discuss using the "Send a message" link

WHAT YOUR BOOKING COVERS & IMPORTANT NOTES:

A cleaning fee and rubbish removal is covered in the Rates for up to 7 guests. For 8 or more guests the additional SERVICE FEE^ applies

The tinny comes with a full tank of fuel (additional fuel can be purchased at $40 / 20 litres) It is a 4-knot, no-wash zone so all boats travel slowly and no boat licence is required. The tinny takes a maximum of 4 adults, all to wear life jackets provided, and to be used during daylight hours only.

During winter months, one bag of firewood is supplied per evening. Any additional firewood will be charged at $15/bag

PLEASE NOTE: Potential fall and deep water hazard for young children. Kids are absolutely welcome but parents/guardians need to be mindful that the property contains elevated balconies, open edge stairs and easy child access to the river.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Loud parties are NOT allowed. Any noise complaints from the community will incur a minimum $200 fine and may result in eviction

The stove, oven & BBQ must be fully cleaned prior to check out. If not clean, a fee will apply.

Any fees (eg. damage property repair or replacement/extra boat fuel/extra firewood) and/or fines incurred will either be amended in the booking prior to stay or deducted from the security deposit refund.

Property manager

Nic Royal

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 172 sq ft (16 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: PLEASE NOTE: Potential fall and deep water hazard

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-21973-1

Property is also known as

Riverfront 'treehouse' Escape House
Riverfront 'treehouse' Escape
Riverfront 'treehouse' Escape
Riverfront 'Treehouse' Escape (8 Dusthole Pt) Sydney
200126

About the neighborhood

Map
Berowra Waters, NSW

What's nearby

  • Berowra Waters Marina - 19 min walk
  • Berowra Village - 8 min drive
  • Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - 11 min drive
  • Macquarie University - 35 min drive
  • Manly Beach - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney Cowan Station - 13 min drive
  • Mount Kuring-gai Station - 17 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ekim Brewing Co - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Berowra Village Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Estuary Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Berowra Takeaway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is RiverTreehouse Escape <br>(15 Calabash Point, formerly 8 DustHole Pt) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RiverTreehouse Escape <br>(15 Calabash Point, formerly 8 DustHole Pt)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RiverTreehouse Escape <br>(15 Calabash Point, formerly 8 DustHole Pt)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is RiverTreehouse Escape <br>(15 Calabash Point, formerly 8 DustHole Pt) located?

Located in Berowra Waters, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Berowra Waters Marina and within 3 mi (5 km) of Muogamarra Nature Reserve and Berowra Village. Arcadia Park and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

RiverTreehouse Escape <br>(15 Calabash Point, formerly 8 DustHole Pt) Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot !
Overall it was amazing ! Gorgeous spot ! Very close from marina . The dingy was a god send as we had friends arriving all at different times. The house was very clean , comfortable. Myself and my girls had an amazing weekend celebrating my birthday 🎁 the gentleman (colin ) that met us at marina to check in was fab! Check in was seamless! Thanks guys would come again x
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A much needed holiday
The property was well kept and the owners where on the ball with any inquiries I had, although I would advise updating their kitchen equipment and having a maintenance check on the yellow tinneys engine and electrical systems as we had it fail on us a few times. Otherwise we had an absolutely great getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
Great house, we loved the mid century vibe, great location, great hosts……. just, well, great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

KRISTINE M.

Friends weekend away
Lovely location, offers the basics for a lovely stay in an idyllic location even when it’s raining. Outdoor shower and bath a lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sascha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb location and house
It doesn’t get much better than this! The house was agorgeous with amazing views from each room, comfortable beds and common areas. The owners even replaced the tv while we were there as the previous people had mentioned it wasn’t working! Very well stocked for kitchen utensils. We loved fishing off the pontoon and using the tinnie for short trips up the river. Transfers to and from the house were very easy- Col was a great source of local information. Highly recommend going to Berowra Waters Inn for lunch while you’re there- we were picked up from our pontoon and delivered back after the fantastic lunch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverfront Treehouse
This is an amazing house in a unique, peaceful location. A great weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing time away in a beautiful property
The pickup by Col went without issue and takes no longer than 10 mins. The house itself was beautiful, with plenty of cooking basics available (no milk). It was a very hot weekend however the fans and breeze was more than adequate to ensure max comfort in the house. The outlook is really something, much time was spent on the balcony gazing into the distance whilst enjoying beer, wine and snacks. Mozzie repellent definitely required during our stay which we brought with us, however there was mozzie coils at the house which were used when sitting outside. Is the place too big for a weekend away for 2? Probably, but it's most definitely comfortable and I'd certainly book again. Thanks Col & Nic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

George A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway
Thanks Nic & Duane for such a great time away. The property was simply perfect. Loved every minute
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm & Cozy treehouse
The weekend started with meeting Col and he was absolutely delightful. The house as stated is amongst the trees and on a cold rainy weekend it has a beautiful outlook with a roaring fireplace to keep us warm. Needed for nothing as everything was provided. Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoff P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The kids and I had the best time at the tree house. Despite the weather we were able to squeeze in a couple of adventures up and down the river in the tinny! Thanks Nic, we had the best time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Juanita P.

Tree tops Berowra Waters
The location was just perfect, the house was fun/different & well stock with cooking utensils, crockery etc although too few wine glasses. Colin was obliging & efficient when we met him. The issues that made it less than perfect are: 1. the contact persons need to pick up the phone when they are contacted during our stay 2. the pick up & drop off needs to be on time (we waited for more than an hour) 3. some of the equipment is below standard & made us at times feel not so confident eg: life jackets, reliability of the tinny/run about 4. dryer, throw about/wraps, fans & ornaments need to be dusted or cleaned Thank you Juanita
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location, even though it rained majority of the time
We had a great stay at the Treehouse, even though we were amidst flooding in NSW and had a lot of heavy rain during our weekend there. The house is exactly how it looks on the photos, well-equiped kitchen, nice bedrooms, amazing outdoor shower. We had some issues with starting the tinny, but had good contact with Nic who was trying to help us and in the end hired us another tinny, which was great. Overall, an amazing experience and definitely recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies weekend away
Photos don’t do justice to this property. It has fantastic views, is amongst the tree branches and is quiet and very peaceful. The kitchen is well stocked and was perfect for our group as we did a lot of cooking. Our host took us to the property and explained everything, showed us how to start the small boat, which none of us had ever used before and we were able to explore the waterways and grab coffee from the marina. We even used the canoes for a quiet paddle up the river. Thanks guys, we had a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Mia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay on the river
The house was designed very well. Love the tinny! we had a lot of fun explore, sight seeing & fishing. The fireplace keep us warm and toasty at night. Oven wasn't cleaned probably when we arrived, and there are some dirty plates. but overall a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy isolation on the water
The house is full of light and air and there are fans in every room for the summer time. We visited in autumn which is perfect, I reckon. Warm days but nice cool nights. We had a fire at night which heated up things nicely. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you might need, including a spacious pantry and fridge. The top 3 bedroom share a large bathroom and separate loo. There's also an outdoor shower for the summer. The balcony off the top bedroom is too dangerous to step out on to for now which is a shame. We spent most of our time gazing at the water, either from the pontoon or the balcony. Don't miss Berowra Waters Inn if your budget will stretch to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carlos C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ultimate place to relax from stress with fishing kayaking and nature
The property is fantastic, you are forced to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Fishing and kayaking is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Shaleen K.

Weekend stay
I had a great time overall, however unfortunately there were a few issues around the regulations and rules that were to be abided by from some of the guests resulting in complaints. In future this place is great for quiet groups as sound does travel in the location of the place. Otherwise overall it was an amazing time. The place is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

ying h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
We had a beautiful girls weekend stay, spectacular view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous spot for a weekend away from Sydney.
The house is gorgeous and even better than the photos, with stunning views. It had everything we could need and more. We spent a lovely weekend kayaking, walking and chilling. Colin was really helpful and very amenable. We would love to come back and definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven!
We just loved the view over the water - the 17 and 19 yr olds loved the kayaks and paddle boards (as did we!). We ventured up the creek and felt we were in the wilderness only 20 mins paddle from the house. We were rewarded when a red bellied black snake swam past us, swimming from one side of the creek to the other. Our 19yr old just loved the adventure of it all and we were perfectly safe on the paddle board and in the kayak. The beds were comfortable, the pantry so well stocked with glad wrap and other necessities; but where was the vegetable peeler? No matter - we made do :-) Every bedroom was glorious and had its' own charm and the little runabout boat works perfectly well. We caught a small fish off the jetty and loved watching the birds. I am already trying to find an excuse for another getaway and next time we'll book early enough to be able to stay longer than 2 nights! Thanks Nic for being so flexible with timings and having us to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views, peaceful getaway close to Sydney
A great Getaway, Fantastic house on the edge of Berowra Waters. Boat only access, use of runabout and transfers included. Paddle board and kayaks with own jetty. House is very well equiped. Great fireplace and wood provided which kept the house warm in winter. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
A very nice house in an amazing location.

10/10 Excellent

cecile C.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful stay
The view is stunning! wonderful place to escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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10/10 Excellent

Sirinapha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and Quite place
Wonderful house. We really enjoyed. Nic is nice and looking after us very well. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020