The Yoga Retreat’s guidebook

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The Yoga Retreat’s guidebook

Food scene

Best breakfasts in Umina! (Good coffee apparently too!)
Cafe RONTO
Best breakfasts in Umina! (Good coffee apparently too!)
Friendly staff and my fav chai's on the Coast. Tip- they sell it by the bag! If you have a sweet-tooth, try the nutella waffles!
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Six Degrees Cafe
327 West St
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Friendly staff and my fav chai's on the Coast. Tip- they sell it by the bag! If you have a sweet-tooth, try the nutella waffles!
Great little cafe in Ettalong. The outdoor courtyard is a gorgeous little spot to enjoy a coffee. The fish tacos are also my fav lunch.
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Coast 175
175 Ocean View Rd
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Great little cafe in Ettalong. The outdoor courtyard is a gorgeous little spot to enjoy a coffee. The fish tacos are also my fav lunch.
Great brunch spot or grab a takeawy coffee or chai. The cakes are pretty special too =)
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Lords of Pour
199a Ocean View Rd
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Great brunch spot or grab a takeawy coffee or chai. The cakes are pretty special too =)
Great local place for cocktails and yummy Mexican-style food. The Rosado cocktail is amazing! The do happy hour on Sat & Sundays from 3-5pm too.
Chica Chica Ettalong Beach
Great local place for cocktails and yummy Mexican-style food. The Rosado cocktail is amazing! The do happy hour on Sat & Sundays from 3-5pm too.
Great tacos and margaritas! They also do an all-you-can-eat Taco deal on a Thursday night. Try the pumpkin ones... they are delish!
LA TACO
Great tacos and margaritas! They also do an all-you-can-eat Taco deal on a Thursday night. Try the pumpkin ones... they are delish!
Nice upmarket Turkish restaurant in Ettalong. A few vegetarian options.
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Safran
189 Ocean View Rd
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Nice upmarket Turkish restaurant in Ettalong. A few vegetarian options.
Enjoy Sunset Sips overlooking the water or get some takeaway and sit on the beach or at the park. It's a great place for the kids to play with shallow water.
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The BOX on the Water
The Esplanade
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Enjoy Sunset Sips overlooking the water or get some takeaway and sit on the beach or at the park. It's a great place for the kids to play with shallow water.
Book in for a degustation style set-menu for a special occasion. The menu changes, but is always an interesting, delicious combo of flavours.
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Osteria Il Coccia
49 Ocean View Rd
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Book in for a degustation style set-menu for a special occasion. The menu changes, but is always an interesting, delicious combo of flavours.
Beautiful spot to enjoy an outdoor brunch, lunch or early dinner and have some drinks by the beach. It's recently been renovated and the bathrooms are worth a look too!
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The Boathouse Hotel Patonga
6-8 Patonga Dr
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Beautiful spot to enjoy an outdoor brunch, lunch or early dinner and have some drinks by the beach. It's recently been renovated and the bathrooms are worth a look too!
Beautiful local spot to enjoy a long lunch overlooking Pearl Beach
Amalfi Restaurant and Bar Pearl Beach
Beautiful local spot to enjoy a long lunch overlooking Pearl Beach
Eat-in the funky diner-style restaurant & bar or get take-away. Definitely the best pizzas in the area. The pesto fingers and rocket and parmesan salad are great too. If you like cheeseburgers, try the cheeseburger pizza!
Tropicana Social Club
Eat-in the funky diner-style restaurant & bar or get take-away. Definitely the best pizzas in the area. The pesto fingers and rocket and parmesan salad are great too. If you like cheeseburgers, try the cheeseburger pizza!
This retro burger joint feels like you are stepping back into the 80's and does some amazingly tasty burgers. (Tip: Get a burger and cider to takeaway and go sit on the sand at Ocean Beach.)
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BMX BURGERS
315 Trafalgar Ave
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This retro burger joint feels like you are stepping back into the 80's and does some amazingly tasty burgers. (Tip: Get a burger and cider to takeaway and go sit on the sand at Ocean Beach.)
Some healthy juices and food options to grab and eat on the go as you explore Ettalong.
Innerglow Kiosk
366 Ocean View Rd
Some healthy juices and food options to grab and eat on the go as you explore Ettalong.
Fresh juices, yummy smoothie and acai bowls. (Beware they are huge!)
Bowlz N Tingz
Fresh juices, yummy smoothie and acai bowls. (Beware they are huge!)
Meat heavy menu but it's a cool little brasserie with good drinks menu and sometimes have live music. Outdoor area is a great meeting spot for groups on a nice night or let kids play in the garden while you eat.
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Sounds On West
227-231 West St
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Meat heavy menu but it's a cool little brasserie with good drinks menu and sometimes have live music. Outdoor area is a great meeting spot for groups on a nice night or let kids play in the garden while you eat.
Enjoy some share plates and cocktails before or after a movie. They also host monthly comedy nights.
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Bar Toto - Trattoria and Bar
189 Ocean View Rd
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Enjoy some share plates and cocktails before or after a movie. They also host monthly comedy nights.
Enjoy some cocktails overlooking the water. (Food isn't as amazing but the spot is worth it for a drink looking over the water.)
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Margarita Daze
345 Trafalgar Ave
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Enjoy some cocktails overlooking the water. (Food isn't as amazing but the spot is worth it for a drink looking over the water.)
This new little restaurant in Ettalong serves up some great Modern Australian food. The scallops, as well as the watermelon, feta & prosciutto salad are great starters and the tender lamb and crunchy roast potatoes are amazing! Currently BYO
Nash Restaurant and Bar
382 Ocean View Road
This new little restaurant in Ettalong serves up some great Modern Australian food. The scallops, as well as the watermelon, feta & prosciutto salad are great starters and the tender lamb and crunchy roast potatoes are amazing! Currently BYO
Easy, fresh takeaway food at the park precinct. Coffee, chai teas and turmeric lattes. Take your keep cup for a discount!
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Jasmine Greens Park Kiosk
Sydney Avenue
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Easy, fresh takeaway food at the park precinct. Coffee, chai teas and turmeric lattes. Take your keep cup for a discount!
Cafe in Woy Woy with some good veg/vegan options and good chai. Can also check-out the Gnostic rocks crystal shop across the road.
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Gnostic Mana Cafe
31 The Boulevarde
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Cafe in Woy Woy with some good veg/vegan options and good chai. Can also check-out the Gnostic rocks crystal shop across the road.
Take a drive to this Bali-style oasis in Holgate- with yummy vegetarian and vegan options. Sit in one of the Bali huts and enjoy the lush tropical surroundings. Yoga and community events also offered here.
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Bamboo Buddha Cafe and Nursery
221 Wattle Tree Rd
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Take a drive to this Bali-style oasis in Holgate- with yummy vegetarian and vegan options. Sit in one of the Bali huts and enjoy the lush tropical surroundings. Yoga and community events also offered here.
A bit of a drive but well worth it. Something a little fancier for a brunch or lunch date looking over the pond. Tip- book in advance!
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Saddles
20 Ashbrookes Rd
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A bit of a drive but well worth it. Something a little fancier for a brunch or lunch date looking over the pond. Tip- book in advance!
A rainforest cafe in the garden nursery. It feels like being in the Daintree whilst in Empire Bay. Nice food and good service too!
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Impact Plants Cafe
7 Poole Cl
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A rainforest cafe in the garden nursery. It feels like being in the Daintree whilst in Empire Bay. Nice food and good service too!
Enjoy a spot in the outdoor seating in community garden. Kids can play here too.
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Like Minds
352 The Round Dr
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Enjoy a spot in the outdoor seating in community garden. Kids can play here too.
Not far from Erina shopping centre... Can sit in the cafe or out on grass and enjoy the food which comes from the garden produce. Try the gin or the gelato (the chocolate geranium one is my fav). Great place to with or without kids.
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Distillery Botanica
25 Portsmouth Rd
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Not far from Erina shopping centre... Can sit in the cafe or out on grass and enjoy the food which comes from the garden produce. Try the gin or the gelato (the chocolate geranium one is my fav). Great place to with or without kids.
The restaurant and spa are both worth trying!
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Bells at Killcare Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
107 The Scenic Rd
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The restaurant and spa are both worth trying!

Neighbourhoods

Great beach with gentle waves and small surf. Good for kids and dogs- particularly down at "Kiddies Corner" on right far end towards Pearl Beach. Umina's Recreation Precinct has multiple playgrounds (enclosed and open) for all ages, offers a skatepark and bike track. The Umina Beach Markets are hosted on the 3rd Sunday of every month in the Umina Park Precinct and worth exploring from 9am-2pm.
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Umina Beach
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Great beach with gentle waves and small surf. Good for kids and dogs- particularly down at "Kiddies Corner" on right far end towards Pearl Beach. Umina's Recreation Precinct has multiple playgrounds (enclosed and open) for all ages, offers a skatepark and bike track. The Umina Beach Markets are hosted on the 3rd Sunday of every month in the Umina Park Precinct and worth exploring from 9am-2pm.
Ettalong with its easy ferry access to Palm Beach and Wagstaff is the perfect place to set-off on an adventure or explore the area for itself. With the Cinema Paridiso Complex, weekend markets and an abundance of cafes and restaurants, there is lots to enjoy! We recommend a coffee at Lords of Pour or a takeaway from The Box Kiosk and stroll along the foreshore. The playground is great for toddler age and the shallow waters make it a great, safe place for a splash with the kids.
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Ettalong Beach
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Ettalong with its easy ferry access to Palm Beach and Wagstaff is the perfect place to set-off on an adventure or explore the area for itself. With the Cinema Paridiso Complex, weekend markets and an abundance of cafes and restaurants, there is lots to enjoy! We recommend a coffee at Lords of Pour or a takeaway from The Box Kiosk and stroll along the foreshore. The playground is great for toddler age and the shallow waters make it a great, safe place for a splash with the kids.
Leafy & green, Pearl feels like Sydney's Palm Beach on the Coast. Enjoy the beach with kid's park, beach pool and cafe. There are some beautiful bushwalks around Pearl Beach. Ask for tips on how to get up the Pearly Ponds natural swimming holes or venture around the Arboretum.
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Пляж Жемчуг
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Leafy & green, Pearl feels like Sydney's Palm Beach on the Coast. Enjoy the beach with kid's park, beach pool and cafe. There are some beautiful bushwalks around Pearl Beach. Ask for tips on how to get up the Pearly Ponds natural swimming holes or venture around the Arboretum.
This quiet little fishing town boasts some great bushwalks, fishing and kayaking spots, and features the newly renovated pub The Boathouse to enjoy a meal or drinks by the beach. Our fav spot is down near the creek side of the Caravan park (open to all visitors) for a picnic under the trees and play in the water.
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Patonga
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This quiet little fishing town boasts some great bushwalks, fishing and kayaking spots, and features the newly renovated pub The Boathouse to enjoy a meal or drinks by the beach. Our fav spot is down near the creek side of the Caravan park (open to all visitors) for a picnic under the trees and play in the water.

Activities

Local movie theatre with art deco vibes. It's a bit of a maze inside but good for something to do on a rainy day.
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Cinema Paradiso
189 Ocean View Rd
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Local movie theatre with art deco vibes. It's a bit of a maze inside but good for something to do on a rainy day.
Join for a casual group yoga class. From Slow Flow, Align/Hatha, to Yin/Restore- all classes are the perfect balance for body and mind. Suitable for beginners as well as lifetime yoga lovers.
Ettalong Yoga
Join for a casual group yoga class. From Slow Flow, Align/Hatha, to Yin/Restore- all classes are the perfect balance for body and mind. Suitable for beginners as well as lifetime yoga lovers.
The most nurturing facials and massage experience in the area! (TIP: Book prior to coming!)
Hada Beauty and Massage
The most nurturing facials and massage experience in the area! (TIP: Book prior to coming!)
Great local hairdresser at affordable prices.
Angel Rose & Co.
Great local hairdresser at affordable prices.
Indoor pools, gym & basketball courts. Indoor playground, outdoor splash area and creche for kids.
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Peninsula Leisure Centre
243 Blackwall Rd
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Indoor pools, gym & basketball courts. Indoor playground, outdoor splash area and creche for kids.
Held on the 3rd Sunday of month at Umina Park Precinct.
Umina markets
Held on the 3rd Sunday of month at Umina Park Precinct.

Sightseeing

Between Umina and Pearl Beach is the great lookout spot. Park near the water tower and take a short, gentle walk through the bush and stop to look out from the various vantage points along the way in both directions! Amazing views of the area!
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Mount Ettalong Lookout
135 Patonga Dr
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Between Umina and Pearl Beach is the great lookout spot. Park near the water tower and take a short, gentle walk through the bush and stop to look out from the various vantage points along the way in both directions! Amazing views of the area!
Hire some kayaks and explore Brisbane Waters.
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Anderson's Boatshed
3A Petit St
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Hire some kayaks and explore Brisbane Waters.
This is a fairly short walk from the end of Amethyst Ave in Pearl Beach, along a trail up to some natural ponds. Bring your swimmers for a swim up the top!
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This is a fairly short walk from the end of Amethyst Ave in Pearl Beach, along a trail up to some natural ponds. Bring your swimmers for a swim up the top!
Nice little spot to explore and go on walk through the trees. They sometimes do art installations and music events here too. There is a playground and tennis courts you can hire too.
Crommelin Arboretum Carpark
71 Crystal Ave
Nice little spot to explore and go on walk through the trees. They sometimes do art installations and music events here too. There is a playground and tennis courts you can hire too.
You can jump on a ferry to Davistown RSL/Restaurants and enjoy the ride along the water. There is also the Fishermans Wharf restaurant on this side to check-out or walk all the way along the water to Blackwall. (Great bike ride along the bike path.)
Woy Woy Wharf
You can jump on a ferry to Davistown RSL/Restaurants and enjoy the ride along the water. There is also the Fishermans Wharf restaurant on this side to check-out or walk all the way along the water to Blackwall. (Great bike ride along the bike path.)
Get a Ferry from Ettalong/Patonga (check their website) to Palm Beach for a day trip.
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Palm Beach Ferries
1118 Barrenjoey Rd
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Get a Ferry from Ettalong/Patonga (check their website) to Palm Beach for a day trip.
A little bit of a drive, but some great, dog-friendly bush trails.
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Strickland State Forest
Strickland Forest Road
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A little bit of a drive, but some great, dog-friendly bush trails.