Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax
House in Pittwater Council
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more
About this house rental
Rimrock Retreat is the ideal place to relax and unwind or, if you prefer, get some serious work done without distractions. It is not a party house as we love our neighbours!
Rimrock Retreat comprises two discreet levels that can be booked separately or together.
# The Upper Level sleeps 6 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms as well as an open plan lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchen, including dishwasher, microwave and Nespresso machine. There is a huge deck with an outdoor table and lounge area as well as 2 small courtyards. There is a TV, DVD, CD player and a gas barbecue:
Main bedroom - queen bed (and ensuite)
2nd Bedroom - queen bed
3rd Bedroom - 2 single beds
# The Lower Level is a large studio which sleeps 2-4. There is a queen bed and a queen sofa bed. This level includes a bathroom, an open plan lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave and a huge deck with an outdoor table and lounge area. There is a TV, DVD and CD player
1 Queen Bed
1 Queen sofa bed
There are breathtaking panoramic ocean and coastal views taking in Barrenjoey Lighthouse to Point Little from the huge private north east facing decks on both levels. The seamless indoor outdoor living areas are furnished in comfortable beach style including two large Balinese day beds for that afternoon snooze.
Palm Beach and Whale Beach are a leisurely 10-15 minutes walk away and there are many restaurants, cafes and shops nearby ( a walk or 5 -15 minutes drive). In addition there are many excursions possible including walking up to the Barrenjoey Lighthouse, taking a ferry trip on Pittwater and walking in the local National Parks.
The tariff includes a set up and an outgoing clean as well as all sheets and towels including surf and tea towels. In addition a number of kitchen items are supplied including gladwrap, alfoil, oil, vinegar, tea, coffee, sugar and a range of herbs and spices (list available on request). Games, books, videos and CDs are also available as well as a number of cookbooks and magazines.
Guests will be asked to provide photo ID incuding address details as part of the booking process.
Rimrock Retreat comprises two discreet levels that can be booked separately or together.
# The Upper Level sleeps 6 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms as well as an open plan lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchen, including dishwasher, microwave and Nespresso machine. There is a huge deck with an outdoor table and lounge area as well as 2 small courtyards. There is a TV, DVD, CD player and a gas barbecue:
Main bedroom - queen bed (and ensuite)
2nd Bedroom - queen bed
3rd Bedroom - 2 single beds
# The Lower Level is a large studio which sleeps 2-4. There is a queen bed and a queen sofa bed. This level includes a bathroom, an open plan lounge/dining area and fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave and a huge deck with an outdoor table and lounge area. There is a TV, DVD and CD player
1 Queen Bed
1 Queen sofa bed
There are breathtaking panoramic ocean and coastal views taking in Barrenjoey Lighthouse to Point Little from the huge private north east facing decks on both levels. The seamless indoor outdoor living areas are furnished in comfortable beach style including two large Balinese day beds for that afternoon snooze.
Palm Beach and Whale Beach are a leisurely 10-15 minutes walk away and there are many restaurants, cafes and shops nearby ( a walk or 5 -15 minutes drive). In addition there are many excursions possible including walking up to the Barrenjoey Lighthouse, taking a ferry trip on Pittwater and walking in the local National Parks.
The tariff includes a set up and an outgoing clean as well as all sheets and towels including surf and tea towels. In addition a number of kitchen items are supplied including gladwrap, alfoil, oil, vinegar, tea, coffee, sugar and a range of herbs and spices (list available on request). Games, books, videos and CDs are also available as well as a number of cookbooks and magazines.
Guests will be asked to provide photo ID incuding address details as part of the booking process.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Pittwater Council
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
We were so happy we wanted to stay forever. A beautiful property and very thoughtful in every way. Thank you so very much for making our family holiday so memorable, cheers
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing view
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect location, perfect house
Highly recommended
2.0 / 5.0
Lovely house - great location, good layout and accommodation for a number of people. Easy walk to the beach!
5.0 / 5.0
Palm Beach Magic
Our stay at Shane’s house was fabulous. The views over the Pacific Ocean below are spectacular. The home has beach/old worldly style and is so well presented. We would love to stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Only unhappy with the weather. Two days of heavy rain showed a little sunshine in the final hours.
😊
5.0 / 5.0
Short getaway with fabulous sea view
The house is super cozy. We loves the house decor, especially the couches on the deck . It has become the favourite spot for all of us. The house is well maintained and there are a huge selection of kitchenware, board game etc. Some of us found the linen to be a bit dusty but it might be because of the Covid lock down. Other than that, the house is amazing! will definitely come back again. Thanks for hosting us, Shane.
5.0 / 5.0
A weekend away that has given us lasting memories
Stunning views and very comfortable accommodation, especially upstairs. Everything you need is provided, even to a broad selection of coffee pods. Inclinator was a Godsend, so helpful with bags and supplies. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Very beautiful house, makes you feel like you're in greece
Everything was perfect
5.0 / 5.0
Epic view and lovely rooms
We had a great stay at Shane's place - the beds were really comfy and towels & linen for every guest. The balconies were both amazing with heaps of room and the most spectacular views. Would definitely book again!
5.0 / 5.0
An incredible spot and surpurb view
Highly recommend to all.
5.0 / 5.0
So Relaxing
Magnificent place to relax and watch the tide. Quiet place amongst beautiful surrounds. The deck is unbeatable!
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing view and wonderful location - nice walks to both palm beach and whale beach. Thanks!
Renting process was very smooth, communication was efficient. Additional information about places to eat and enjoy in the area was a nice touch.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing views and location
Amazing amazing definitely will be again.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent Views
Had great dealing with the property manager, property and the views were amazing !
2.5 / 5.0
We stayed here as a group of 7 over Christmas and the house was great. The setting looking out over the sea is the real wow factor and is amazing to wake up to. Great location with both Whale Beach and Palm beach a 15 minute walk away.The house is equipped with everything you need, only thing to change is that some of it was a little bit dated so it isn't the most modern feeling house. There are also quite a lot of steps up to the house so it would be difficult for elderly people.Would definitely recommend to others, we had a great stay and Shane was very helpful with recommendations.
4.0 / 5.0
Stunning views
Overall a very lovely stay at Rimrock. Shane communicated wonderfully, check-in was a breeze. A bottle of champagne, chocolates and a card on arrival was a lovely touch. The kitchen had more amenities than most people would have in their own kitchens. The views from the deck are the selling point of Rimrock, with heaters and blankets to use as the sun starts to set and it cools down allowing us to continue to enjoy the views. There are a lot of steps up to the accomodation however we were provided with the use of the inclinator which made bringing all our belongings up and down from the accomodation so easy! Great idea and so helpful. Thanks for a lovely stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Palm beach
Shane was super easy and very welcoming. We had a wonderful stay. Excellent location.
5.0 / 5.0
Piece of Paradise
This property is a must! The photos don’t do this house any justice. Once you see the house in person you will absolutely fall in love! The weekend spent here was absolutely perfect. The deck was fantastic to relax on and enjoy some food and drinks. The views from both decks are phenomenal! I have never seen anything that compares. We watched the sunrises in the morning from the balcony and it took us back to Hawaii! The house was perfect for us. All the utensils that we needed were provided. Coffee, tea, spices and even milk was provided. Beautiful soaps in the bathroom and hand sanitisers throughout the house made us feel very welcome. Shane’s communication was great throughout the trip! Very fast response with any questions we had and very polite. Complimentary champagne and chocolates on arrival was such a beautiful touch. Shane’s emails about eateries and things to do in Palm beach was so helpful. Off street parking was no problem for us. You are able to walk to the beach from the property (beautiful walk) without any issues and it is very close. I 100% will be staying here again and recommending this property to family and friends. Thank you Shane! A very memorable weekend.
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to stay before our wedding!
Amazing view, comfortable rooms, and the perfect spot for the bridal party to get ready before our wedding!
The downstairs is a really lovely private area too!
The steps up to the property might be precarious for some, but Shane was generous with letting us use the inclinator as necessary (including in my wedding dress!).
Definitely recommend!
Hope we will find an excuse to be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Best deck in town!
We loved our weekend at Rimrock. Its in a great location for swimming or walking at either palm or whale beach and is a very well stocked house that you wont want to leave. The house itself is not massive - but then the 2 gorgeous, amazing decks are huge and thats where we spent every meal and afternoon reading, chatting etc.
5.0 / 5.0
There really is a Santa !
Just fabulous for Christmas ! We all said it's not often something lives up to one's expectations but Rimrock Retreat exceeded them for our extended family. The home is a real retreat... stunning yet oozing in comfort and charm.
We loved waking up at sunrise to watch the sun peeping over the glistening horizon, the birds, early morning sailors...… just divine !
And the plus for me was to navigate through your eclectic musical collection . Thank you so much Shane. You have shown us there really is a Santa !
5.0 / 5.0
All good
Easy & relaxing
5.0 / 5.0
Palm Beach Paradise
This place has the most magnificent, breath taking views of the ocean from both the upper and lower deck. I chose this place to celebrate my 50th with 8 of my closest friends from far and away. On the first evening there, we enjoyed gathering on the top deck to enjoy drinks and nibbles while experiencing the ocean sounds with this glorious backdrop. Rimrock Retreat has lovely decor and had a very relaxed feel. The three bathrooms and separate bedroom areas made it comfortable. We enjoyed a dip at Whale Beach and a walk to Barren Joey Lighthouse. The area is very quiet with beautiful surrounds and birdlife. We caught a ferry to Patonga for lunch at the Boat House which was a highlight. By mid afternoon we headed back to Rimrock Retreat to watch a DVD, enjoy some games, listen to music and relax with a glass of wine or two. We all enjoyed our stay immensely and agreed that we should stay here every year to reignite our friendships and rejuvenate in this gorgeous space.
5.0 / 5.0
Just pure perfect
Shane & Stuart had everything we needed to make our stay feel like a home away from home. The home decor was beautiful, the coffee capsules to choose from, clean property with stunning views. You won’t leave the balconies.
The bedroom en-suite photos do not do it justice. So relaxing.
5.0 / 5.0
Breathtaking views, superb host!
We stayed at Rimrock over the new years break and it was an absolutely amazing vacation. Shane was a great host, who was happy to answer any questions and was understanding to our special requests. The house itself contains all the luxuries you require! The fact that it does not have AC is no issue as the cool sea breeze is constant and the house is designed to allow for cross flow ventilation. Now lets talk about the views - they were absolutely spectacular! Theres nothing quite like waking up to the expansive sea views, watching the water glisten in the morning sunlight, hearing the waves crash in on the cliffs down below, feeding some local parrots as they land on the balcony - it was just magical. The house is perfectly positioned between Palm Beach and Whale Beach, only a 10-20 minute walk away from each. It is also a short car trip away from the local supermarket and eateries. Thanks so much to Shane for having us in your amazing home!
5.0 / 5.0
Such a great place with everything you need for a weekend away, the view is amazing ! Thanks so much
Awesome house with amazing views and great location. We loved it thank you :)
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful house.
The view is beautiful and place very clean. Shane and Stuart were pleasure to work with and always prompt to respond to any enquiries. The only downside is the hike up to the house, which those in their 20s and 30s had no issue but my parents had some difficulty especially in the rain. We used the inclinator for the luggages and kids which certainly saved us! All in all a great and relaxing stay.
5.0 / 5.0
The house was very clean. View was amazing the sunrise
Everything about this house was amazing waking up early morning and seeing the sunrise from that beautiful view you can’t get better than that. Can’t wait to go back there
5.0 / 5.0
The perfect weekend getaway
We had a group of 10 last weekend for a ladies getaway and had an incredible time. The house itself is stunning - the shower in the ensuite room is like something you'd expect at a tropical resort. And to top it off, all the lovely decorations and treats like chocolates, Nespresso pods, spices, soaps, towels and blankets galore - Shane went above and beyond and we really appreciate it! Waking up to that view was out of this world, we made so many plans for the day but ended up sitting for hours up on the balcony watching the kayakers, sailboats, cockatoos and dolphins! Shane was an amazing and extremely responsive host, we cannot thank you enough and will hopefully one day be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing with amazing views!
Rimrock Retreat had everything we needed for relaxing, quality family time (including board games)! We loved the views and sound of the ocean crashing on the rocks. The stunning water views are mesmerising. Communication with Shane, the Owner was outstanding. We were surprised at how quiet the area was considering it was school holidays. We enjoyed the local restaurants especially the Boathouse and Barrenjoey House. Thank you for the champagne and chocolates.
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous setting
We stayed here as a group of 7 over Christmas and the house was great. The setting looking out over the sea is the real wow factor and is amazing to wake up to. Great location with both Whale Beach and Palm beach a 15 minute walk away.
The house is equipped with everything you need, only thing to change is that some of it was a little bit dated so it isn't the most modern feeling house. There are also quite a lot of steps up to the house so it would be difficult for elderly people.
Would definitely recommend to others, we had a great stay and Shane was very helpful with recommendations.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect!
We rented Rimrock Retreat for a weekend with friends from the US. What a perfect way to show them our beautiful beaches! The house is great for a large group (we had 8 but could have slept 10). The access is steep but well worth the climb! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone!
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome property and views to die for!!!
We booked the whole property at Rimrock Retreat for a weekend away for a friend's wedding. There were 10 of us in total and we all had the most relaxing and amazing weekend. The views literally look our breath away it was just stunning, and to top it off we even saw some humpback whales! The furnishings and amenities are perfect and so comfortable, and even with a full house we didn't feel cramped. The property was so clean and welcoming and we all wished we could have stayed longer. Thank you so much for a beautiful luxurious weekend away, best property in Palm/Whale Beach! And the welcome champers and chocolates were a wonderful touch!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Pittwater Council?
The average price for a rental in Pittwater Council is $700 per night. This rental is $556 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Rimrock Retreat - a place to relax?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, balcony or patio, and dishwasher.
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