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We know, the family are the hardest to keep happy when it comes to holidays, not everyone wants to the do the same thing, eat at the same place or sleep in the same space. So we have handpicked a few of our favourite things to do on the Coast to keep even the fussiest teenager happer. Making the Most Out of Your Family Time Away in NSW Sitting between the ocean and the bushland, The Central Coast New South Wales boasts spectacular beaches and breathtaking, diverse landscapes. The best thing about travelling to the Coast is that it offers an array of opportunities for a family to travel together and enjoy the amazing Australian coastal bushland. The coast has many things to offer families of all ages from amazing nature walks, to the best beaches and plenty of fun activities. Gosford Chocolate Factory Ok so if you want to start the weekend with a massive home run, stop off at the Gosford Chocolate Factory - this is on the way to all our Retreats so you can stop if for a quick shop and stock up on goodies for your weekend, or attend a tour or workshop (book in advance). There is even a cafe. Mt. Ettalong Lookout You may want to burn off some of that chocolate rush so once you have checked in we recommend an easy and peaceful walk to Mt. Ettalong Lookout . Stroll along an old trail through the famous Sydney Red Gums and reach two fantastic fenced lookout platforms — one overlooks Pearl Beach, and the other overlooks Umina and Ettalong. It’s best to visit Mt. Ettalong Lookout during sunrise or sunset, so it’s important to make sure your group is staying near the area to catch the view at its finest. At The Greenhouse Retreats, our luxury getaways, The Pavilions , The Beach Retreat , The Silver Loft , The One or The Cottage , are located less than a minute's walk from Pearl Beach, meaning when you stay with us, you’ll have easy access to the Mt. Ettalong Lookout and other nearby tourist spots! The Boathouse at Patonga The Boathouse at Patonga is the best place for a family lunch or early dinner, mostly outdoors, you can enjoy alfresco dining with ocean and wharf views. The food is great with classic pub fare like burgners, fish and chips, pizzas and great salads. Kids can play on the beach and explore Patonga while you enjoy a bevy or two. A fun thing to do is do the walk over from Pearl Beach, approx 45 minutes, enjoy the lock out on the way and finish up at Patonga for lunch, then uber home! Soak Up Some Sun at Macmasters Beach Your trip to the Central Coast will not be complete without visiting one of the most popular beaches in town. Despite being a surfing hotspot, Macmasters Beach is a relatively quieter area on the Central Coast - the rock pool is always a hit with the kids. To make your beach trip more memorable, book your luxury Central Coast stays at our Masters Cottage . This newly-renovated retreat has four spacious bedrooms, perfect for a family with 3 bedrooms plus the bunk room. Kids can easily walk to the beach or stay at the house and play ping pong on the kids deck. Woy Woy Fish Markets Everyone loves fish and chips right, so head over to Woy Woy and enjoy the freshest of sea food and have a wonder around the Woy Woy bay and shops. Need More Suggestions? If you’re keen to learn more family weekend away ideas for your next NSW holiday, book your stay with us and get full access to our in-house digital guide. Full of local recommendations to boost your trip, you can conveniently search for must-try restaurants, cafes, and activities and directly make reservations and bookings. For more information about our retreats , please get in touch with a member of our team, and we’ll be happy to assist you. See you when you get here!

We know, the family are the hardest to keep happy when it comes to holidays, not everyone wants to the do the same thing, eat at the same place or sleep in the same space. So we have handpicked a few of our favourite things to do on the Coast to keep even the fussiest teenager happer.