A small collection ... prolific
That's it - we are back. Pulled slowly into the Harbour around the 6.30 am mark and that was the perfect backdrop for photos for the sun lighting the waters of the Harbour.
Had one final leisurely breakfast with the group in the Pink Pearl before doing the final check of the cabin. Effirtlessly rolled the luggage to the lifts and down the gangway to join the throngs on the pier. A much better solution for us than organising packing by 9 pm last night for it to be collected from the cabin. The UBER we had booked, cancelled on us, claiming a flat tyre but our second attempt was successful. Arrived home to the Northern Beaches to be greeted by the Clew's grand children (nice surprise) and after a short round of colouring in - we were loaded and in the car heading to @Kathy and @Dave in Bateau Bay.
Long time collagues and friends from Suncorp days, we were keen to catch up with the ex Qlders in their NSW digs and learn something about this neck of the woods.
@Kathy was our local guide. Their current home was built by her Mum - orginally was their childhhod holiday place and later was built as the "perfect home for old people." Sprawling, all on one level with commanding high wooden ceilings, it seemed to be hitting the spot with them.
Had a preliminary catch up then made our way for our checkin to the newly built Encore at Mingara (very special) before returning to the "locals" and afternoon walks and drives.
Another spectacular stretch of northern NSW coastline. Water water everywhere. North, south, east and west ... or so it seemed. Bordered on one side by the Lake the other side was a combination of steep cliffs, crumbling rock faces and sweeping beaches.
The beach mapped the end of their street and it was a postcard perfect picturesque, sandy cove tucked between two headlands. It is famous for its crystal-clear waters, which makes it an excellent spot for snorkelling (@Kathy mentioned wrecks had been submerged here) and fishing right from the sand or the surrounding rock platforms.
Just nearby was Shelly Beach, popular with surfers, offering
a more expansive stretch of coastline for surfers.
This was also the souther entrance to Wyrrabalong National Park and Coastal Walks and we had a chance to sample just a small segment as we scaled Scallion Hill to get sweeping views across the bay and into the oceans.
The only negative - oh my - so many little black sticky flies ...up your nose, behind your glasses and all over your back.
Covered the miles effortlessly with our personal guide and then dodged the storm that blew up from nowhere under cover at home woth @Kathy and @Dave. Kept it all very simple with mouthwatering pizzas from just up the road and a couple of wines.
Only a short trip back to our accommodation and the welcome of a comfy bed and a good night's sleep.
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