Bells at Killcare
Bouddi Peninsula, New South Wales, Australia
At a Glance
Dine at least once at Manfredi at Bells, the signature, award winning restaurant
During the winter months, humpback whales pass the beaches of Killcare
Spend a day at the pretty boutique spa
Explore the Bouddi National Park by sea or air
Local, coastal bushwalking tracks are plenty in the local area surrounding Bells
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Best time to Visit
Good time to visit
Average time to visit
In the southern half of Australia the seasons are the opposite of those in the northern hemisphere: spring comes in September, summer is from December to February, autumn runs from March to May, and winter begins in June.
Sydney is great to visit year round but if you want warm sun and dry weather it is best to try between November and April. Their winter months of May - October usually have mild weather so you can still enjoy all the sights.
Insider's View
The natural, Australian products and Aboriginal healing techniques, along with deliciously comfortable, oversized massage tables and very chilled-out soundtracks offer a truly indulgent spa experience.
Ask for the team to put together a picnic basket with local produce, and take it to the nearby beach for a delicious seaside lunch
Call us on to start planning your holiday to Bells at Killcare or take a look at our itineraries to Australia
Description
A stunning boutique property just an hour north from Sydney, Bells at Killcare is designed in a style that brings Hampton’s elegance to an Australian setting beside the beach and bush. Dine on fresh local cuisine and explore the quiet coastline.
Set within the pristine heart of the Bouddi Peninsula, in the charming seaside village of Killcare Heights, Bells at Killcare blends the inimitable Australian beach-house style with laid back Italian charm, to create a boutique home away from home.
The property sits at the heart of lovingly tended gardens, with manicured lawns peppered with fountains and colourful blooms. Each of the rooms at Bells reflects the laid-back seaside environment, with white-washed wood, nautical soft furnishings and natural fabrics. Make yourselves at home in your comfortable surroundings as you explore the stunning local area.
Killcare is on the tip of the Bouddi Peninsula National Park with seven pristine beaches and many well-documented walking trails around Maitland Bay, Pretty Beach, Killcare Beach and the villages of Killcare, Hardys Bay and Wagstaffe. Enjoy some of the famous Australian waves with a morning surf at the southern end of Killcare Beach.
Dining here at Bells at Killcare is a highlight, and the restaurant, Manfredi at Bells, showcases chef Stefano Manfredi’s urban sensibilities and transplants them to a quintessentially Australian contemporary coastal setting. The menus are built on authenticity, simplicity and freshness, featuring seasonal dishes inspired by the produce grown and harvested in the estate’s famous vegetable garden, known as Stefano’s Garden, and the surrounding local area. Expect Hawkesbury River oysters and crayfish caught off nearby Macmasters Beach, Gundooee Wagyu beef from the Central Tablelands and Bangalow Sweet Pork from the Northern Rivers.
Accommodation
The hotel has 25 rooms, including nine suites and two two-storey cottages. The two-storey Cottages feature upstairs bedrooms, double spa baths and private balconies.
Childcare
Accommodation at Bells at Killcare is designed for adults only, however children are allowed in the restaurant.
Facilities
Located at the heart of Bells at Killcare, Manfredi at Bells commands a prominent position in the Manor House with an elegant dining room and veranda over looking expansive manicured gardens. Antipasto platters can be enjoyed in your room, and there is an extensive wine list at the bar.
Experiences
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Berowra Waters Inn Sydney Sea Plane Experience
Accessed solely by boat or seaplane in a stunning waterfront setting, Berowra Waters Inn is Sydney’s most famous gastronomic destination. The fine dining experience offers an incredible seven course degustation menu designed by Chef Brian Geraghty.
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Best of Food and Wine in the Southern Highlands
Spend a day enjoying fine wine and artisan produce in New South Wales' Southern Highlands - a lesser known but equally impressive wine producing region of Australia.
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Discover the Blue Mountains by 4WD
On this day tour, you will explore the Blue Mountain’s National Park admiring the dramatic landscapes and varied wildlife before enjoying a picnic lunch overlooking the endless panorama.
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Hunter Valley Food and Wine Trail
Spend a day enjoying fine wine and food in the middle of the stunning Australian countryside. The Hunter Valley is world famous for its Semillon and Shiraz as well as a huge array of artisanal produce.
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My Sydney Detour
This hidden and private guided tour of Sydney really gets you away from the conventional sights of Sydney. With your specialist guides and unique vehicle, explore through the eyes of two locals and learn all about Sydney from a different perspective.
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Quintessentially Sydney
This full day tour of Sydney is designed for guests who not only want to see the iconic sites of Australia's most prominent city but also to meet the locals and get under the skin of New South Wales' cosmopolitan capital.
Holiday Ideas
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Active New South Wales
Sydney, Blue Mountains National Park, Lord Howe Island, Bouddi Peninsula
from £5500 pp inc flights & transfers for 10 nights
- A snapshot of New South Wales for those without an extended amount of time in Australia.
- This itinerary would be perfect as part of a longer, round the world itinerary or preceding a holiday to New Zealand.
- The best of Australia rolled into one, from vibrant Sydney to the Blue Mountains National Park and stunning beaches and tropical island atmosphere of Lord Howe Island and the Bouddi Peninsula.
Location & directions
Bouddi Peninsula, New South Wales, Australia
Bells at Killcare is situated on the spectacular Bouddi Peninsula, which is the southern most point of the NSW Central Coast, and is just a 20-minute ferry trip from Sydney's Palm Beach or a 90-minute drive northbound from Sydney.
How to get there
Just a 1-hour 30-minute drive north of Sydney, or Bells at Killcare can be accessed by ferry from Palm Beach or helicopter or seaplane.
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