La Riveraine Cottage and Boathouse gives a whole new meaning to 'Getting Away from it All.' Serene, Private, Beautiful and Just for Two people.. Early check in, Late check out by arrangement with owners Less than one hour from the CBD - 45 mins car journey and 10 mins on the water - it is the perfect way to experience absolute privacy right on the water. So easy to get here, and with several options for 'river travel' - see below. This classic ’50’s’ riverside cottage, now beautifully restored, is dreamy and romantic and just a little bit French. Overflowing wth charm, renovated with luxurious appointments it offers guests privacy and serenity in a stunning BOAT ACCESS ONLY location on the Hawkesbury river. Sitting over the water, nestled just below the cottage is the original (restored) boathouse where guests have the exclusive use of a completely private hideaway visible only to passing river traffic and jumping fish. DURING WINTER the cottage is cosy and deliciously warm with reverse cycle heating and a new combustion fireplace. We provide chopped firewood.The plunge pool will be heated to 33 degrees for your arrival - please remember to ask. DURING THE LONG SUMMER MONTHS when it is hot on the Hawkesbury, the crystal clear plunge pool is perfect. Two generous terraces that catch the breeze off the water and look over the river ensure supreme outdoor comfort. The cottage is air conditioned. BEING WATER ACCESS ONLY IT IS SUPREMELY PEACEFUL. With no road access, this is the ultimate destination for guests to just get away and take advantage of the privacy and beauty of this stunning property, yet still have five star facilities. Transport in is either by water taxi, hire boat, hire tinny, ferry (one ferry on weekdays which arrives 11am) or own boat. Guests with their own boat (max 6 metres) tie up on our private pontoon. All linen - bed, bathroom and pool towels provided. The cottage has mains electricity, gas for cooking and a very clean tank water supply. A sophisticated Generator system allows for continuation of power supply in the event of a power cut. Stylishly understated, fresh and airy, with big steel frame windows allow expansive views out over the Hawkesbury river. The air is unpolluted, the wooden floors lime washed and the walls chalked to make this a toxin free environment. As the owners live here when the cottage is not rented to guests it is a place that is lived in and loved. All linen is provided, no 'extra' charges and no cleaning fees. The secluded plunge/spa pool in the tropical terrace garden is a refuge in the heat of summer, and a magical place to swim at midnight under the stars whilst watching the moon on the water. During the cooler months when the air outside is crisp, the pool is heated heaven. In the Boathouse take a siesta in the hammock, laze on the Daybed, or simply relax in a big cane chair and drop a fishing line into the water. There are several dry stone wall terraces at the back where we have planted Lavender, Citrus and Olive trees - still growing. Up beyond the terraces are hundreds of acres of Australian bush and the wildlife that goes with it. Blissfully quiet, La Riveraine is set up above the water’s edge nestled behind a thriving Mulberry tree and faces the morning sun. La Riveraine is not 'just another rental’. It is our home, and your home for as long as you wish to make it. For Al Fresco dining there are three private terraces: - the covered verandah overlooking the river, the secluded Frangipani and potted Citrus terrace garden with plunge pool, and the enclosed stone courtyard at the back for outdoor cooking. There are no roads and no vehicles, just the sounds of boats passing by, people out walking, night fishermen, or flying boats taking guests to restaurants on the river. - see below for information. A polite reminder: TWO PEOPLE ONLY- no exceptions sorry NO CHILDREN as it is just not suitable NO PETS - no exceptions NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY There are 28 stairs up to the house, and not suitable for people with mobility issues. 2 day minimum stay 3 day minimum on long weekends As we do not charge a cleaning fee, we respectfully ask that you leave the cottage as you found it. FACILITIES DETAILS - La Riveraine offers- IN THE COTTAGE: -one romantic bedroom with river views, a heavenly Queen size bed -one luxurious big bathroom with French doors opening on to the palm garden -a large, luminous and airy salon overlooking the river - a stylish and well equipped chef’s kitchen with all pantry items provided. OUTSIDE: -heated (in cooler months) sunken plunge/spa pool set in the tropical garden terrace -generous, covered full length verandah overlooking the river -rear stone enclosed courtyard -BBQ wood and coal fired - these tiems supplied -a wide range of outdoor lighting to suit your mood IN THE BEDROOM: Queen bed with topper, feather duvet, dressed with Organic Cotton bed linen dried here in the sun. Feather and synthetic pillows, electric blanket in cooler months, chest of drawers, desk, bedside tables, adjustable lighting, air conditioning, ceiling fan IN THE BATHROOM which is large enough to dance in: Stone bath - pamper yourself in deep bubbles Large 2 person shower with big overhead rose and proper water pressure Heated towel rail, hair dryer, heater Bath sheets and pool towels IN THE SALON: Day bed, 2 big cane chairs, Ottoman, side tables WiFi, TV screen with Netflix, Amazon Prime, Binge, SBS etc, Bluetooth speaker, books. No TV reception Wood burning combustion fire - wood is provided Aircon unit situated inside the bedroom also cools the living area Ceiling fan Dining table, cloth napkins and quality glasses and crockery IN THE KITCHEN: Five burner gas cooker, espresso coffee machine, dishwasher, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, water filter, chefs knives, a large range of quality kitchen equipment and utensils, kitchen necessaries for cooking, cutlery, paper towel etc Our water supply is fresh rain water IN THE BOAT HOUSE: Day Bed, Big Cane chairs, Hammock, Recliners, Tables, Fan, Canoe for two people with life jackets and paddles Small fridge/freezer. Bring bait and lines with you if you want to fish ACTIVITIES: The river has a soporific effect, but apart from lazing in the pool or down in the boat house there are lovely and easy walks along the Nature Reserve by the river’s edge. For the more ambitious, take the fire trail up to the dam filled with freezing water even in summer. Fishing is fun, either off the jetty or from a small boat, and it’s very possible to catch something for dinner. A long lunch at either Peats Bite which is just across the water (they will collect you and drop off), or at the Estuary at Kangaroo Point, or go to a cafe on Dangar Island or Brooklyn. At Berowra Waters - it is a beautiful journey up river to Berowra Waters. Lunch at A chef’s Secret in Berowra waters (first class Italian) or Berowra Fish and Chips where you can tie up without a problem. For a more formal very long lunch go to Berowra Waters Inn. Check in/Check out - we can be reasonably flexible about this, but normally 11am or 3pm each way DEPARTURE POINTS FROM THE MAINLAND 1-Kangaroo Point public wharf which is about 2 kms before Brooklyn township. Take Mooney Mooney/Brooklyn turnoff 2-Deerubbin Reserve boat ramp and public jetty. Take the Mooney Mooney/Brooklyn turnoff. RIVER TRANSPORT Hawkesbury Water Taxi Service will collect you from any of these points at any pre-arranged time and drop you off at our private pontoon. Call Neal or Tammy. They also have Tinnies for hire - delivered to our pontoon prior to your arrival. Small boat or tinny hire from Luxury Afloat at Kangaroo Point. On request they will deliver to our pontoon prior to arrival. The ferry leaves Brooklyn at 10am sharp Monday - Friday and will drop off at Bar Point public wharf which is about eighty metres from La Riveraine. Ferry also stops at Kangaroo Point at 10.25am for pick up. Arrives Bar Point 11am FOR A STAY OF 3 DAYS OR MORE PLEASE CONTACT US Thank you