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Experience the tranquil atmosphere of Rimrock Retreat, where ocean and coastal views stretch from Barrenjoey Lighthouse to Point Little. With spacious decks on both levels, unwind in comfortable beach-style living areas or enjoy a leisurely walk to nearby Palm Beach and Whale Beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax

  • Rimrock Retreat is the ideal place to relax and unwind or, if you prefer, get some serious work done without distractions. It is not a party house as we love our neighbours!

    Rimrock Retreat comprises two discreet levels that can be booked separately or together.

    # The Upper Level sleeps 6 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms as well as an open plan lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchen, including dishwasher, microwave and Nespresso machine. There is a huge deck with an outdoor table and lounge area as well as 2 small courtyards. There is a TV, DVD, CD player and a gas barbecue:
    Main bedroom - queen bed (and ensuite)
    2nd Bedroom - queen bed
    3rd Bedroom - 2 single beds

    # The Lower Level is a large studio which sleeps 2-4. There is a queen bed and a queen sofa bed. This level includes a bathroom, an open plan lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave and a huge deck with an outdoor table and lounge area. There is a TV, DVD and CD player
    1 Queen Bed
    1 Queen sofa bed


    There are breathtaking panoramic ocean and coastal views taking in Barrenjoey Lighthouse to Point Little from the huge private north east facing decks on both levels. The seamless indoor outdoor living areas are furnished in comfortable beach style including two large Balinese day beds for that afternoon snooze.

    Palm Beach and Whale Beach are a leisurely 10-15 minutes walk away and there are many restaurants, cafes and shops nearby ( a walk or 5 -15 minutes drive). In addition there are many excursions possible including walking up to the Barrenjoey Lighthouse, taking a ferry trip on Pittwater and walking in the local National Parks.

    The tariff includes a set up and an outgoing clean as well as all sheets and towels including surf and tea towels. In addition a number of kitchen items are supplied including gladwrap, alfoil, oil, vinegar, tea, coffee, sugar and a range of herbs and spices (list available on request). Games, books, videos and CDs are also available as well as a number of cookbooks and magazines.

    Guests will be asked to provide photo ID incuding address details as part of the booking process.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Some LED lighting used

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please return keys to the lock box.
When leaving please ensure you close the sliding door on the Inclinator and send it back up to the top station.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Not suitable for children under the age of 6

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2108, PID-STRA-4245

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Palm Beach, a neighborhood in Sydney. Palm Beach Golf Club and Avalon Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Governor Phillip Park and Barrenjoey Head Aquatic Reserve. Avalon Stand Up Paddle and Newport Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Whale Beach
    Whale Beach
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Little Head Reserve
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palm Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Barrenjoey Beach
    4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Palm Beach Golf Club
    4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Pymble Station
    34 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oliver's Pies
    5 min drive
  • 2108 Espresso
    13 min walk
  • La Banette Patisserie Boulangerie
    7 min drive
  • Bistro Boulevard
    7 min drive
  • Barrenjoey House
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax located?

Located in Palm Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Palm Beach, Whale Beach, and Governor Phillip Park. Palm Beach Golf Club and Barrenjoey Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house.

Very well appointed, amazing views. Owners very helpful. My family of adults could not be moved from the balconies. Let owners know if you are elderly as there are many steps.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reece H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional!

We were so happy we wanted to stay forever. A beautiful property and very thoughtful in every way. Thank you so very much for making our family holiday so memorable, cheers
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Perfect location, perfect house Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palm Beach Magic

Our stay at Shane’s house was fabulous. The views over the Pacific Ocean below are spectacular. The home has beach/old worldly style and is so well presented. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Only unhappy with the weather. Two days of heavy rain showed a little sunshine in the final hours.

😊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chun yan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short getaway with fabulous sea view

The house is super cozy. We loves the house decor, especially the couches on the deck . It has become the favourite spot for all of us. The house is well maintained and there are a huge selection of kitchenware, board game etc. Some of us found the linen to be a bit dusty but it might be because of the Covid lock down. Other than that, the house is amazing! will definitely come back again. Thanks for hosting us, Shane.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A weekend away that has given us lasting memories

Stunning views and very comfortable accommodation, especially upstairs. Everything you need is provided, even to a broad selection of coffee pods. Inclinator was a Godsend, so helpful with bags and supplies. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yonan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very beautiful house, makes you feel like you're in greece

Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Epic view and lovely rooms

We had a great stay at Shane's place - the beds were really comfy and towels & linen for every guest. The balconies were both amazing with heaps of room and the most spectacular views. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An incredible spot and surpurb view

Highly recommend to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Relaxing

Magnificent place to relax and watch the tide. Quiet place amongst beautiful surrounds. The deck is unbeatable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view and wonderful location - nice walks to both palm beach and whale beach. Thanks!

Renting process was very smooth, communication was efficient. Additional information about places to eat and enjoy in the area was a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayse B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views and location

Amazing amazing definitely will be again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vinesh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Views

Had great dealing with the property manager, property and the views were amazing !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Sanaa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

Overall a very lovely stay at Rimrock. Shane communicated wonderfully, check-in was a breeze. A bottle of champagne, chocolates and a card on arrival was a lovely touch. The kitchen had more amenities than most people would have in their own kitchens. The views from the deck are the selling point of Rimrock, with heaters and blankets to use as the sun starts to set and it cools down allowing us to continue to enjoy the views. There are a lot of steps up to the accomodation however we were provided with the use of the inclinator which made bringing all our belongings up and down from the accomodation so easy! Great idea and so helpful. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tahnee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palm beach

Shane was super easy and very welcoming. We had a wonderful stay. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dimi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Piece of Paradise

This property is a must! The photos don’t do this house any justice. Once you see the house in person you will absolutely fall in love! The weekend spent here was absolutely perfect. The deck was fantastic to relax on and enjoy some food and drinks. The views from both decks are phenomenal! I have never seen anything that compares. We watched the sunrises in the morning from the balcony and it took us back to Hawaii! The house was perfect for us. All the utensils that we needed were provided. Coffee, tea, spices and even milk was provided. Beautiful soaps in the bathroom and hand sanitisers throughout the house made us feel very welcome. Shane’s communication was great throughout the trip! Very fast response with any questions we had and very polite. Complimentary champagne and chocolates on arrival was such a beautiful touch. Shane’s emails about eateries and things to do in Palm beach was so helpful. Off street parking was no problem for us. You are able to walk to the beach from the property (beautiful walk) without any issues and it is very close. I 100% will be staying here again and recommending this property to family and friends. Thank you Shane! A very memorable weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay before our wedding!

Amazing view, comfortable rooms, and the perfect spot for the bridal party to get ready before our wedding! The downstairs is a really lovely private area too! The steps up to the property might be precarious for some, but Shane was generous with letting us use the inclinator as necessary (including in my wedding dress!). Definitely recommend! Hope we will find an excuse to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne and sally m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best deck in town!

We loved our weekend at Rimrock. Its in a great location for swimming or walking at either palm or whale beach and is a very well stocked house that you wont want to leave. The house itself is not massive - but then the 2 gorgeous, amazing decks are huge and thats where we spent every meal and afternoon reading, chatting etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lyndall l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

There really is a Santa !

Just fabulous for Christmas ! We all said it's not often something lives up to one's expectations but Rimrock Retreat exceeded them for our extended family. The home is a real retreat... stunning yet oozing in comfort and charm. We loved waking up at sunrise to watch the sun peeping over the glistening horizon, the birds, early morning sailors...… just divine ! And the plus for me was to navigate through your eclectic musical collection . Thank you so much Shane. You have shown us there really is a Santa !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All good

Easy & relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palm Beach Paradise

This place has the most magnificent, breath taking views of the ocean from both the upper and lower deck. I chose this place to celebrate my 50th with 8 of my closest friends from far and away. On the first evening there, we enjoyed gathering on the top deck to enjoy drinks and nibbles while experiencing the ocean sounds with this glorious backdrop. Rimrock Retreat has lovely decor and had a very relaxed feel. The three bathrooms and separate bedroom areas made it comfortable. We enjoyed a dip at Whale Beach and a walk to Barren Joey Lighthouse. The area is very quiet with beautiful surrounds and birdlife. We caught a ferry to Patonga for lunch at the Boat House which was a highlight. By mid afternoon we headed back to Rimrock Retreat to watch a DVD, enjoy some games, listen to music and relax with a glass of wine or two. We all enjoyed our stay immensely and agreed that we should stay here every year to reignite our friendships and rejuvenate in this gorgeous space.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just pure perfect

Shane & Stuart had everything we needed to make our stay feel like a home away from home. The home decor was beautiful, the coffee capsules to choose from, clean property with stunning views. You won’t leave the balconies. The bedroom en-suite photos do not do it justice. So relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gianluca Q.

Breathtaking views, superb host!

We stayed at Rimrock over the new years break and it was an absolutely amazing vacation. Shane was a great host, who was happy to answer any questions and was understanding to our special requests. The house itself contains all the luxuries you require! The fact that it does not have AC is no issue as the cool sea breeze is constant and the house is designed to allow for cross flow ventilation. Now lets talk about the views - they were absolutely spectacular! Theres nothing quite like waking up to the expansive sea views, watching the water glisten in the morning sunlight, hearing the waves crash in on the cliffs down below, feeding some local parrots as they land on the balcony - it was just magical. The house is perfectly positioned between Palm Beach and Whale Beach, only a 10-20 minute walk away from each. It is also a short car trip away from the local supermarket and eateries. Thanks so much to Shane for having us in your amazing home!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018