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Whitewood Sea, Norfolk Island – Home 5413129 House

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 4 sleeps
  • 3 nights min stay

Whitewood Sea, Norfolk Island – Home 5413129

  • House
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 4
  • 3 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Nearest beach 3 mi
  • Child Friendly
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Peaceful Norfolk Island accommodation with a view

Enjoy magnetic views across Creswell Bay to the majestic Phillip Island from a beautifully appointed modern house, purposefully built around the view.

Literally a home away from home for your Norfolk Island holidays, Whitewood Sea is a two bedroom, two bathroom house with quality furnishings and outdoor setting with a view of the sea.

Visitors have described Whitewood Sea as spacious, comfortable and welcoming. The main living area features Tassie Oak flooring through to the modern fully stocked kitchen. You will love the wrap around lounge to switch between looking out to sea on cosy nights in by the tellie. It’s a place made for entertaining with close friends or a perfect practical home for the family with top notch indoor and outdoor dining settings.

The main bedroom with adjoining ensuite has premium views of Phillip Island. Both bedrooms are spacious with luxurious carpet and beautifully appointed modern rooms.

The main bathroom features a two person bath and large shower suitable for wheelchair access. Accessibility throughout the house has been considered with a wide door to the main bedroom and ramp access to the house.

Your stay includes special Whitewood Sea bonuses:

Meet and greet at Norfolk Island airport and transfer to Whitewood Sea

Personalised check-in, house familarisation and overview of the island, sightseeing highlights, café and restaurant recommendations

An automatic hire car for the duration of your stay (includes basic car insurance). Petrol usage at own expense.

Use of a local mobile smart phone with local sim card: includes call and SMS credit plus bonus 2GB data for your stay.

Whitewood Sea is positioned perfectly to set the tone for a relaxing, unforgettable holiday on Norfolk Island.

Explore the beachy side of Norfolk Island. Whitewood Sea is walking distance to the intimate Bumboras beach, one of the locals favourite surf spots. Or take a 5 minute drive down Country Road and through the KAHVA Kingston World Heritage listed area to the best swimming beach on Norfolk. Emily Bay lagoon can be like a lake at low tide, an outer lying reef serves to shelter and protect the turquoise beach. With less than a 25m swim you can start to see the wonderful coral reefs and underwater world through crystal clear waters.

Norfolk Island is steeped in history and the Georgian buildings of Kingston will instantly set you back in time. Days can be consumed in the four Norfolk Island Museums learning about Norfolk’s fascinating past.

Serene nature walks are also just around the corner at 100 Acres Reserve. The entrance to the coastal walk is spectacular especially in the morning when with light dapples through the huge commanding and majestic fig trees which lead the way to the reserve entrance.

But what’s a Norfolk holiday without good food? Popular with locals and visitors alike, The Homestead is a relaxed restaurant set in a restored island homestead offering authentic and delicious food. The Homestead is a short 2 minute drive from Whitewood Sea. Or take out Whitewood’s picnic basket with wine cooler and rug at sunset to one of our islands many awe-inspiring viewpoints. Plus there’s more cafes and restaurants in town, a 7 minute drive away.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • High chair

Bed & bathroom

  • 2 King Beds
  • 1 Full bath, 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking

Getting around

A hire car is provided with your Whitewood Sea booking Although Norfolk is only a small island, there is no public transport and the Island is very hilly, Whitewood sea is also a 7 min drive to down. When you book with Whitewood Sea we will provide a car that will give you the freedom to explore and tour the Island as you please. The island is small with minimal main roads that are easy to navigate, a map will be provided.

Interaction with guest

Our friendly local owner of Whitewood Sea lives close by and are available when you need assistance with anything.

Policies

Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.

Check-in date

About the owner

Rebecca C.
Calendar last updated:
08 May 2024
Years listed:
9
Based in:
Australia
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Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

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“What a fabulous find!”

Reviewed 30 Apr 2024

We had such a perfect 4 night stay at Whitewood Haven (the newer of the two houses on the property) Having only opened for bookings in February this year the 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house was in immacul… More

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“Best ever”

Reviewed 23 Mar 2024

Arrival to Norfolk Island was smooth. Bec met us at the airport and escorted us to our accommodation. WOW. She left us with a mobile phone for use on the island and a full explanation and m… More

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“Rest, recharge, rejoice & explore”

Reviewed 23 Feb 2023

Booking direct with host Rebecca had so many benefits - personal contact from booking to departure was a dream. All her years in the travel industry are evident with her professional warm greeting at… More

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Response from the owner Thank you both so much for such a warm wonderful review! It was such a pleasure having you stay at Whitewood Sea and to see you enjoy our island so much = the best part of my job! Take care and hope to see R&R again on Norfolk sometime. Best regards, Bec

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“Drop the bags and breathe, the location the dwelling 5 star,the attention to detail ”

Reviewed 17 Jan 2023

Wow thank you, attention too detail . No Flys,No Mozzie, No Sandfly, No Seagulls, No Bluebottles, No Sea Lice, No random Pottaroo/Wallaby/Roos on the roads but we like giving Way to the Cows thou… More

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Response from the owner Thanks so much Christopher for your review, glad to hear our cows are a nice touch! All the best, Bec

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“Heaven on a stick”

Reviewed 20 Feb 2022

After a cyclonic delay, we were warmly welcomed by Bec at the airport. Her home is wonderfully situated 7 minutes from the town centre and with a long verandah looking out to Phillip Island and the e… More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your wonderful review, it was an absolute pleasure hosting your stay on Norfolk Island. All the best, Bec

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“This is paradise!”

Reviewed 8 Dec 2020

Our first trip to Norfolk Island was amazing. We booked everything through Norfolk Island Travel. Bec Christian met us at the airport on our arrival and escorted us to our accommodation at the beautif… More

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“Lovely modern holiday cottage”

Reviewed 23 Jul 2019

Such a nice little place to get away from it all! Perfect home away from home. Everything you need. Bec had even organised a car and tour for us! Would definitely stay again and recommending to an… More

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“Recommendation for resort”

Reviewed 31 Oct 2018

We have been travelling to Norfolk Island for five years with the Tingalpa Model Aeroplane Club for the Allen Danvers Challenge and have stayed at Whitewood Sea the last two years. We have rebooked fo… More

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Response from the owner Thank you Marilyn and Don for your beautiful review! It's always such a pleasure to welcome you back to Norfolk Island and have you stay at Whitewood Sea. I'm so pleased that you and your friends had a great time together - you're in such good company with the Allen Danvers Fly In Challenge, such a lovely group of people! Thanks again, take care and look forward to seeing you again next time you visit Norfolk Island! Best regards, Bec Christian

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“A home away from home”

Reviewed 15 Jun 2018

My husband, a good friend and I stayed a week in the cooler months, and found the house very comfortable, well equipped and cosy. Having the two bathrooms made it very practical. The ever changing vie… More

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Response from the owner Hi Angela, thanks so much for the wonderful review. It was such a pleasure having you all stay. I could tell you really did get to know Norfolk - by the many the activities you did - including fishing just in time for Bounty Day! Thanks again hope to see you again on Norfolk sometime maybe in the Summer. Can't beat Emily Bay swims and BBQs :) Best regards, Bec

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“Pretty, well appointed cottage with spectacular views over bay to Phillip Island.”

Reviewed 22 Apr 2018

Cottage is quiet, spacious, beautifully decorated, peaceful and great location for day trips. Just excellent. Everything you need !! Rebecca was wonderful particularly when flight home cancelled and … More

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Response from the owner Thanks Mary! Hope you had a good trip home and hope to see you on Norfolk again sometime. All the best, Rebecca

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FAQs

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Send Rebecca (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Rebecca (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

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Why can't I call Rebecca (the owner) before booking?

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How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Rebecca (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Rebecca (the owner) a message.

If Rebecca (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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