Beautiful Cottage with Heated Pool/Spa +Boathouse

La Riveraine Cottage and Boathouse on the water gives a whole new meaning to 'Getting Away from it All.' Serene, Private, Beautiful. Just for Two Early check in, Late check out by arrangement. For a reduced third night rate on a 3 day stay please contact owners directly. This classic ’50’s’ riverside cottage, beautifully restored, is romantic and just a little bit French. Overflowing wth charm, it offers privacy and serenity in a stunning BOAT ACCESS ONLY location on the Hawkesbury river. The space Less than one hour from the CBD - 45 mins car journey and 10 mins on the river - it is the perfect way to experience absolute privacy right on the water. You are off the mainland, but stay connected with High speed Starlink satellite WiFI and excellent mobile reception. It is so easy to get here with several options for 'river travel' if you don't have your own boat. We are new to this site, but have multiple five star reviews on Stay and our own Site - please do check them out. This classic ’50’s’ riverside cottage is available most of the year for minimum two day stays. Longer stays can be arranged by contacting the owners. Sitting over the water, nestled just below the cottage is the original (restored) boathouse where guests have the exclusive use of a completely private hideaway visible only to passing river traffic and jumping fish. DURING WINTER the cottage is cosy and deliciously warm with reverse cycle heating and a new combustion fireplace. We provide chopped firewood. The plunge pool will be heated to 33 degrees for your arrival - please remember to ask. DURING THE LONG SUMMER MONTHS when it is hot on the Hawkesbury, the crystal clear plunge pool is perfect. Two generous terraces that catch the breeze off the water and look over the river ensure supreme outdoor comfort. The cottage is air conditioned. BEING WATER ACCESS ONLY IT IS SUPREMELY PEACEFUL. With no road access, this is the ultimate destination for guests to just get away and take advantage of the privacy and beauty of this stunning property. Transport in is either by private arrangement, water taxi, hire boat, hire tinny, ferry (one ferry on weekdays which arrives 11am) or own boat. Guests with their own boat (max 6 metres) tie up on our private pontoon. All linen - bed, bathroom and pool towels provided. The cottage has mains electricity, gas for cooking and a very clean tank water supply with mains pressure. A sophisticated Generator system allows for continuation of power supply in the event of a power cut. Stylishly understated, fresh and airy, it has big steel frame windows that give expansive views out over the Hawkesbury river. The air is unpolluted, the wooden floors lime washed and the walls chalked to make this a toxin free environment. As the owners live here when the cottage is not rented to guests it is a place that is lived in and loved. All linen is provided, no 'extra' charges and no cleaning fees. The secluded Plunge/spa pool in the tropical terrace garden is a refuge in the heat of summer, and a magical place to swim at midnight under the stars whilst watching the moon on the water. During the cooler months when the air outside is crisp, the pool is heated heaven. In the Boathouse - take a siesta in the hammock, laze on the Daybed, or simply relax in a big cane chair and drop a fishing line into the water. There are several dry stone wall terraces at the back where we have planted Lavender, Citrus and Olive trees - still growing. Up beyond the terraces are hundreds of acres of Australian bush and the wildlife that goes with it. Blissfully quiet, La Riveraine is set up above the water’s edge nestled behind a thriving Mulberry tree and faces the morning sun. For Al Fresco dining there are three private terraces: - the covered verandah overlooking the river, the secluded Frangipani and potted Citrus terrace garden with plunge pool, and the enclosed stone courtyard at the back for outdoor cooking. There are no roads and no vehicles, just the sounds of boats passing by, people out walking, night fishermen, or flying boats taking guests to restaurants on the river. A polite reminder: TWO PEOPLE ONLY- no exceptions sorry NO CHILDREN as it is just not suitable NO PETS - no exceptions NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY There are 28 stairs up to the house, and not suitable for people with mobility issues. 2 day minimum stay 3 day minimum on holiday weekends As we do not charge a cleaning fee, we respectfully ask that you leave the cottage as you found it. FACILITIES DETAILS - La Riveraine offers- IN THE COTTAGE: -one romantic bedroom with river views, a heavenly Queen size bed -one luxurious big bathroom with French doors opening on to the palm garden -a large, luminous and airy salon overlooking the river - a stylish and well equipped Chef’s kitchen OUTSIDE: -heated (in cooler months) sunken plunge/spa pool set in the tropical garden terrace -generous, covered full length verandah overlooking the river -rear stone enclosed courtyard -BBQ wood and coal fired - these items supplied -a wide range of outdoor lighting to suit your mood IN THE BEDROOM: Queen bed with topper, feather duvet, Organic Cotton bed linen dried here in the sun. Feather and synthetic pillows, electric blanket in cooler months, adjustable lighting, air conditioning, ceiling fan IN THE BATHROOM Stone bath - pamper yourself in deep bubbles Large 2 person shower with big overhead rose and proper water pressure Heated towel rail, hair dryer, heater Bath sheets and pool towels IN THE SALON: Day bed, 2 big cane chairs, Ottoman, side tables WiFi is high speed Starlink Satellite connection TV screen with Netflix, Amazon Prime, Binge, SBS etc, Bluetooth speaker, books. No TV reception Wood burning combustion fire - wood is provided Aircon Ceiling fan Dining table, cloth napkins and quality glasses and crockery IN THE KITCHEN: Five burner gas cooker, espresso coffee machine, dishwasher, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, water filter, chefs knives, a large range of quality kitchen equipment and utensils, kitchen necessaries for cooking, cutlery, paper towel etc Our water supply is fresh rain water IN THE BOAT HOUSE: Day Bed, Big Cane chairs, Hammock, Recliners, Tables, Fan, Canoe for two people with life jackets and paddles Small fridge/freezer. Bring bait and lines with you if you want to fish ACTIVITIES: The river has a soporific effect, but apart from lazing in the pool or down in the boat house there are lovely and easy walks along the Nature Reserve by the river’s edge. For the more ambitious, take the fire trail up to the dam filled with freezing water even in summer. Fishing is fun, either off the jetty or from a small boat, and it’s very possible to catch something for dinner. A long lunch at either Peats Bite which is just across the water (they will collect you and drop off), or at the Estuary at Kangaroo Point, or go to a cafe on Dangar Island or Brooklyn. At Berowra Waters - it is a beautiful journey up river to Berowra Waters. Lunch at A chef’s Secret in Berowra waters (first class Italian) or Berowra Fish and Chips where you can tie up without a problem. For a more formal very long lunch go to Berowra Waters Inn. Check in/Check out - we can be reasonably flexible about this, but normally 11am or 3pm each way. Speak with owners directly for further information, or to organise a check in/out that suits you DEPARTURE POINTS FROM THE MAINLAND 1-Kangaroo Point public wharf 2-Deerubbin Reserve at Mooney Mooney 3 - Brooklyn Guest access This is a private retreat, guests have exclusive use of the Cottage, the Boathouse and the Plunge pool/Spa Exclusive use of the Private Pontoon. Access is by water only with several options for river transport. Other things to note This is a unique location, BOAT ACCESS ONLY but it is not hard to do. Chat directly with the owners prior to booking so that you have a peaceful, undisturbed holiday in this magical location. Registration Details PID-STRA-57075