Guidebook for Grassy Head
Sightseeing
A small, sleepy coastal village with chemist and two shops. Pub meals at the Yarrahapinni Hotel. Cross the quaint bridge to a deserted surf beach. Try the beach walk to Grassy Head (about 1 hour).
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Stuarts Point
A small, sleepy coastal village with chemist and two shops. Pub meals at the Yarrahapinni Hotel. Cross the quaint bridge to a deserted surf beach. Try the beach walk to Grassy Head (about 1 hour).
The nearest "big" town is 15 minutes away. Head for the Star Hotel and enjoy a wonderful meal on the veranda as the Nambucca River flows by.
For top coffee, try the Short Order Cafe.
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Macksville
The nearest "big" town is 15 minutes away. Head for the Star Hotel and enjoy a wonderful meal on the veranda as the Nambucca River flows by.
For top coffee, try the Short Order Cafe.
Try the homemade Italian style ice cream at Chillati.
Swim at the beautiful local beaches.
Drive out to Arakoon and visit the historic ruins of Trial Bay Gaol.
You can easily spend a day here.
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South West Rocks
Try the homemade Italian style ice cream at Chillati.
Swim at the beautiful local beaches.
Drive out to Arakoon and visit the historic ruins of Trial Bay Gaol.
You can easily spend a day here.
Now a National Park and renamed Yarriabinni, this forest is home to Aboriginal legend and lore, stunning native rainforest species, birds and wildlife and fabulous views from the lookout.
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Yarrahapinni State Forest
Now a National Park and renamed Yarriabinni, this forest is home to Aboriginal legend and lore, stunning native rainforest species, birds and wildlife and fabulous views from the lookout.
Kangaroos! This pretty beach so loved by locals. Drive into the picnic area to see kangaroos – and baby joeys peeking out of their mothers' pouches. A rare treat. About 35 minutes drive from here.
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Little Bay Picnic Area
Kangaroos! This pretty beach so loved by locals. Drive into the picnic area to see kangaroos – and baby joeys peeking out of their mothers' pouches. A rare treat. About 35 minutes drive from here.
Arts & Culture
Artisan timber furniture and wood worked pieces and glorious textile crafts and paintings from local couple Pam and David Jones.
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Yarrahapinni Studio Gallery
445A Stuarts Point RdArtisan timber furniture and wood worked pieces and glorious textile crafts and paintings from local couple Pam and David Jones.
Artist Julie Lenane designs beautiful jewellery from her own handmade beads. To view her exclusive one-off designs, phone 0448 663 009 for opening times.
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95 Mighell RdArtist Julie Lenane designs beautiful jewellery from her own handmade beads. To view her exclusive one-off designs, phone 0448 663 009 for opening times.
Food Scene
Run by an enterprising local – best coffee around! Yummy bacon & egg rolls, sweet treats and light meals. Try the donuts, too.
Peppercorn Mobile Cafe
Run by an enterprising local – best coffee around! Yummy bacon & egg rolls, sweet treats and light meals. Try the donuts, too.
I've eaten here often and enjoy the modern Greek food very much. Taverna Six has recently moved to 405 Grassy Head Rd, Grassy Head, just a few minutes from here on the road to Macksville.
Taverna Six
405 Grassy Head RdI've eaten here often and enjoy the modern Greek food very much. Taverna Six has recently moved to 405 Grassy Head Rd, Grassy Head, just a few minutes from here on the road to Macksville.
Fish and chips, pizzas of all kinds and pancakes for breakfast. The river is just a stroll away, perfect for a takeaway snack.
The Point Cafe & Takeaway
4 Ocean AveFish and chips, pizzas of all kinds and pancakes for breakfast. The river is just a stroll away, perfect for a takeaway snack.
Shopping
Stuarts Point Pharmacy
22 Marine ParadeGood old-fashioned service from switched-on pharmacist Kate.
Entertainment & Activities
At the entrance to the park is a beautiful children's play area and a sandy river beach. Cross the wooden bridge and walk for 15 minutes to reach mile after mile of unspoiled surf beaches.
Stuarts Point Holiday Park
1B Ocean AveAt the entrance to the park is a beautiful children's play area and a sandy river beach. Cross the wooden bridge and walk for 15 minutes to reach mile after mile of unspoiled surf beaches.
Essentials
Stuarts Point Supermarket & Liquor Store
16 Marine ParadeYou can buy alcohol here at extremely good prices