The best tiny home rentals near Patonga, New South Wales

Patonga is a peaceful beachside town on the southern end of New South Wales’ Central Coast, separated from northern Sydney by the mouth of the Hawkesbury River. Many visitors come on day trips from Palm Beach, as a ferry connects the nearby towns of Ettalong and Wagstaffe with Sydney’s Northern Beaches. It’s easy to stay for longer, though, as there’s a large, well-equipped campground in Patonga itself, and further options in nearby towns and national parks. It’s worth lingering to enjoy the swimming, kayaking, SUP boarding, and chilled-out beach vibes.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Patonga is a peaceful beachside town on the southern end of New South Wales’ Central Coast, separated from northern Sydney by the mouth of the Hawkesbury River. Many visitors come on day trips from Palm Beach, as a ferry connects the nearby towns of Ettalong and Wagstaffe with Sydney’s Northern Beaches. It’s easy to stay for longer, though, as there’s a large, well-equipped campground in Patonga itself, and further options in nearby towns and national parks. It’s worth lingering to enjoy the swimming, kayaking, SUP boarding, and chilled-out beach vibes.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Watagan Private Eco Retreat

55km from Patonga · 1 site · Lodging · Martinsville, NSW

Escape with nature; rain forests, birds singing, pure rest and rejuvenation. Welcome to 40 acres of spiritual bliss. Located on the doorstep of the Watagans National Park you can enjoy peace and nature. Enjoy the Tiny Home experience in nature. Our Tiny Home offers all the comforts including a fully equipped kitchenette, bathroom and living space. Complete with a deck and firepit this space is available for 2 guests to enjoy. Our Tiny Home bed is located up above the bathroom and requires you to climb some stairs without railing to access the bed. Please make sure you are comfortable with this. This property is only available for weeknight bookings.

2. Deck and Spa Tiny House

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21km from Patonga · 1 site · Lodging · Matcham, NSW

ROMANTIC, SECLUDED, LUXURIOUS RESORT-STYLE ESCAPE INTO THE WILDERNESS The Deck and Spa tiny house has everything you need for a weekend escape; outdoor spa bath, firepit, gas bbq, super comfy bed and linen, books, indoor and outdoor games, , plush robes and bath bubbles for the outdoor spa! There is no better way to spend an evening than sitting in a spa bath as the sun sets, with a glass of wine in hand with the beautiful green bushland views, firepit adjacent...with your favourite person. The Deck and Spa Tiny House is a favourite for Anniversaries and birthday celebrations as it's a quiet and private space perfect for couples to enjoy their time together uninterrupted. In terms of location, it's hard to beat as while the tiny house feels secluded, it's only a short 7-minute drive from Terrigal and Wamberal beaches and cafes. It's the best of both worlds! Tiny house located in beautiful acreage featuring a huge deck , outdoor spa and fire pit. Leave the world behind and come enjoy the wilderness and privacy with all the comforts of home. Inside you will have a full bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet and instant hot water and modern plumbing. All water is collected from rainwater into a water tank and then filtered for safe drinking. Reverse cycle air conditioning will keep you warm and cosy in Winter and cool in Summer. The bedroom loft is accessed by a pulley controlled ladder and boasts a comfortable Queen Koala bed mattress adjacent to a huge picture window looking over the property. Blockout blinds are also provided. Downstairs is the kitchen with electric stove hob, microwave oven, sink, fridge,toaster and kettle. A breakfast bar with stools acts as a desk and eatery and is positioned in front of a huge swing out window that overlooks the outdoor spa, deck and the view to the back paddock which is superb (binoculars provided)! A lounge is situated inside the French entrance doors and this position allows a fantastic view out to the paddocks and the deck and is a great please to read and relax. The deck itself is huge and features an outdoor spa bath as well as alfresco seating with a table and sweeping stairs leading down to the grass area and firepit/bbq. Luxurious bath robes and towels are also provided. The tiny house is surrounded by beautiful native trees and plants and the grassed area in front of the deck features a gorgeous fire pit with seating. A historic little rustic outhouse houses extra firewood. Some board games, playing cards and books are provided as well as outdoor games like Finska, croquet, grip ball, boule and ring toss. Access to the properties back paddock is through a gate and there you will be surrounded by beautiful vistas and a creek at the bottom. There is an abundance of birds and wildlife for you to enjoy and view. Regular visitors include wallabies, bush turkeys, turtles, cockatoos, ducks and many other birds. There is a 'home made' grass tennis court and rackets and a few balls are provided but feel free to bring your own. For the adventurous, the creek has a log bridge which accesses the far side featuring a wild and luscious rainforest area.

3. Tinyhouse Terrigal

19km from Patonga · 1 site · Lodging · Central Coast, NSW

Enjoy spotting wallabies and kookaburras from the deck of Terrigal Tiny house, a semi-off-grid coastal stay on Guringai land. Large bi-fold windows open up overlooking a valley of gum trees. Relax and soak up in the outdoor bath, or rinse off from the beach under the luxury outdoor rainfall shower. Nestled away on a 2 acre-block you won't believe you are in the middle of buzzing Terrigal Beach. Only a six-minute drive down the road you will find bars, shops, and restaurants. A leafy, hilly and brisk walk will lead you to a great local cafe serving "Glee" coffee. The views of the valley are mesmerizing and the perfect spot to wind down under the fairy lights by the picnic table.

4. Little Red Bedford Tiny House

71km from Patonga · 1 site · Lodging · Mount Vincent, NSW

Nestled in the foothills of the Watagan Mountains is the farm stay you’ve been dreaming of. Escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and soak in the peace and tranquility of country living. Little Red has all you need and nothing you don’t, leaving nothing to do but relax and recharge. Little Red is a beautifully converted vintage Bedford truck, she is completely self contained and off grid so no power points but you can still charge your phone and other devices via her USB outlets. The space Little Red is a beautifully converted vintage Bedford truck. She comes fully self contained with loft king size bed, simple 12volt USB outlets and composting toilet. Guest access Little Red is situated on an 80-acre working property. As such some areas will have restricted access Other things to note Our tiny house is not suitable for children under 10 years. It does not have air conditioning. It does have 12v fans to help keep you cool. Our access road is unsealed and can get a bit slippery in very wet weather. Please note; we do not permit pets to stay. We have a strict no pet policy. Please do not bring your pets.

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The best tiny homes near Patonga guide

Where to go

Sydney’s Northern Beaches

Patonga is only separated from Sydney’s Northern Beaches and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park by the Hawkesbury River. Campers can drive the longer way around or take the passenger ferry from Ettalong or Wagstaffe to Palm Beach. Palm Beach, Whale Beach, and Avalon Beach offer well-equipped campgrounds suitable for all types of campers, while Ku-ring-gai Chase has one campground, the Basin Campground, which can be reached by ferry.

Brisbane Water National Park

Just north of Patonga, the Brisbane Water National Park offers walks, cycling, and fishing, and has some ancient Aboriginal rock art sites. There’s a small, basic bush tent site within the park, as well as a picnic area, or visitors can stay in Patonga or nearby coastal campsites at Umina or Gosford and make day trips into the park. The roads into the park are sealed so two-wheel-drive vehicles have access.

Bouddi National Park

On another peninsula and across Brisbane Water from Patonga but connected by a bridge, the small Bouddi National Park has a golden-sand beach, a popular coastal walk, and fantastic lookout points. There are three beachside campgrounds within the park, which should be booked in advance, and they’re only suitable for tents. Some of the campsites provide drinking water but not all, so come prepared.

When to go

To best enjoy the beautiful beaches around Patonga, visit in summer, when the weather is hot and conditions perfect for going between the sand and the sea. The summer school holiday period will be especially busy at campsites, though. For other outdoor activities such as hiking and biking, spring and autumn are preferable, with cooler temperatures. Winter is the off-season and the weather can be cool and wet but not very cold, so staying in campervans, caravans, and cabins is more comfortable.