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jack’s cottage
words: angus brown
The mid-northern New South Wales coast is
definitely some of Australia finest country; a
vast area containing a large number of coastal
townships, headlands and idyllic surfing
destinations! Located about half way between
Brisbane and Sydney is one of those little
hidden gems, the township of Wooli! Completely
surrounded by Yuraygir National Park and the
Solitary Islands Marine Park this village has it
all: surfing of course, but also fishing, paddleboarding,
barefoot bowls, nature walks, ocean
diving and endless places to explore. Nature and
solitude.
“Jacks Cottage” is located in the centre of
this historic fishing village. Built on the coastal
foredune with ocean frontage, and the pristine
waters of the Wooli river out the back, the
shack is one of the original cottages (built in the
40’s) which has recently been updated using
recycled materials by local surfing legend Dan
Ward. It retains all its coastal charm with the
addition of various mod-con creature comforts
such as a contemporary kitchen, 5 bedrooms,
2 bathrooms and an outdoor entertaining area.
This cottage makes the most of its location with
the layout and décor creating a simple, light and
breezy coastal vibe.
Despite these luxuries however, time is well
spent sitting on the high dune just out the back
gate, staring blankly at the ocean.
In terms of surf options near Jacks Cottage,
there is a great beach break out the front (in the
right conditions of course) and within 30 minutes
drive there are an number of small townships
and quality surf breaks that work in a variety of
wind and swell directions.
Wooli is loved by all who reside there and those
who have visited.
To check out Jack’s Cottage use the link below.
woolibeachhouses.com.au/accommodation/
jackscottage/
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