Hamlet House • Eden is located
Getting There.
Eden is equidistant from Sydney and Melbourne. Did you know Eden was once considered for the capitol city of Australia for just that reason? Just a pleasant day's road-trip, a smidge over six hours drive from either city, with plenty of time for stops at lovely little cafes along the way -- our favourite way to travel! We always add in an extra bit of time to stop for dog-breaks and a sniff- around to make sure our drive is as dog-friendly as it is human-friendly.
From Canberra.
Three hours drive across the incredible changing landscape of eastern Australia, a capsule of undulating hills with grazing mobs of kangaroo alongside peaceful herds of cattle, awe-inspiring river valleys, and sun-kissed dairy country -- some of the most beautiful countryside you'll find in this lucky land. Crest the escarpment and head down to the sea. Hear the bell-birds? Breathe deeply. You're in Eden.
We highly recommend the NSW Live Traffic and Victorian VicTraffic apps to check the condition of the roads and detours and slow-downs for works.
Flying In.
Still reeling from the impact of COVID-19 restrictions, flights into nearby Merimbula Airport are back on offer. Qantas will fly into Merimbula four days a week from Sydney, and Rex flies into Moruya (a couple of hours drive up the coast). Expect changes to this schedule as tourism reopens.
Sapphire Coast Villages.
Most of the Sapphire Coast villages are close by -- 15 or 20 minutes down the road, with a few within a 45 minutes drive along beautiful scenic highways. Pambula and Merimbula form a trio with Eden, just 20 minutes down the road. For Tura Beach and its golf course, add another 5 minutes. Tathra and Bermagui lie along the coast about 45+ minutes from Eden. Cobargo, just recovering from the bushfires, will add another 20 minutes. You'll be in the Shire headquarters, Bega, in 45+ minutes, depending on your route.
Be amazed at the power of regeneration, and appreciate untouched areas more deeply. Be buoyed by the determination of locals to pull up their socks and move ahead with rebuilding their lives and businesses after a memorable 2020/2021 -- drought, bushfires, COVID-19. Bring an empty Eskie!
The New Normal is a part of all of our lives. Whilst you are relaxing, thanks for remembering your social distancing, mask wearing and hand washing routine. Hand sanitiser is available at Hamlet House.
There's an emerging vibe on the South Coast -- interesting food, fantastic coffee, micro-breweries and distilleries, well-curated shops and galleries, bike trails, kayak tours and walking tracks -- all on offer.
Known for its deep port, whale watching, and good fishing, Eden has exceptional boat-launch facilities at Quarantine Bay, just 5 minutes south of Eden. The four parallel boat ramps are soon to be expanded. Fish-cleaning tables, frames bins, hose-off facilities are all well-maintained by the local fishing club -- hat's off! Smaller facilities can be found at Snug Cove where the commercial fishing and aquaculture industry is based.
Two local shops and a chandlery support sailing and recreational fishing , and moorings can be found at Snug Cove and Twofold Bay Yacht Club.
A new wave attenuator to create safe harbour for boats and yachts has been funded and put to tender, and boaties who love the pristine nature of the Far South Coast are excited, awaiting commencement of the works.
Missing a favourite restaurant at Snug Cove? We are too! A Crown Lands evaluation found the building housing the cafes and Marine Discovery Centre was unsafe. Once the report was in, the businesses were quickly closed in November 2020. Pop-up cafes and carts are scheduled over the next months. Schedules for pop-ups (and all kinds of other information) available from the dedicated folks at the Eden Information Centre, now at the wharf at Snug Cove, Eden.
Open your heart. Fall in love.
Becca and Amy, two rescued racing greyhounds, invite you to share their yard, and explore Eden. Their humans are in on it too -- an architect and an artist from the Shoalhaven in NSW.
We hadn't anticipated how much we'd enjoy the stunning environment and very cool spirit that is Eden and the Sapphire Coast of NSW.
We are at peace here. We find ourselves breathing more deeply, and slowing our pace down a bit. When it comes time to leave, we find a way to stay an extra few days. You'll see what we mean.
End of day? Think captains chairs pulled to the deck, sun setting over the Bay, plate of freshly shucked oysters on the rail, cold glass of bubbles or brew. Couple of wet dogs drying off on the deck in the sun. Mmmm. Just the best!
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Hamlet House is superbly managed by Eden Holiday Rentals.
Years of working with visitors and a cheerful attitude characterise our management team. All live locally, have a depth of knowledge in the local area, and couldn't be more helpful to clients. We are so happy to be working with them.
Pricing and Rates
Rates vary seasonally, for school holidays and with length of stay. From $135/night for long stays during winter non-holidays to $400/night year-end holidays to Australia Day and Easter holidays.
Choose the dates you'd like to stay, and then contact us in any of the following ways to find out availability, pricing, and any specials available:
Your comfort is our goal.
If we have overlooked something inadvertently, or you have the perfect idea for an improvement to make our guests' stay more comfortable, please don't hesitate to contact us: edenhamlethouse@gmail.com. We are always open to great ideas!
"We highly recommend this lovely place. It's sparkly and fresh - close to the beach and the Main Street of lovely Eden. A great place to stay!!" -- Mark
"Gorgeous house, freshly renovated, pet friendly, lovely touches everywhere you look." -- Janene
"Plenty of parking, easy access from car to house, which is good for luggage transport. The house was neat, clean and tidy with the bonus of linen supplied which makes it easy. Close to shops and beach. Would recommend this property for everyone. Thanks.." -- Steven
"Great place to stay in Eden. Clean and nicely presented." -- Jay
"We had an absolute blast here, can't recommend it enough! Absolutely everything you could need, close to town and the deck out the front is perfect for breakfast to watch for whales!" -- Roz
"Clean accomodation with helpful, nicely presented and easy to see tips for things like how to use appliances or beaches and towel for the furry, four legged family members. Easy to check in and out. Thank you."
-- Shelby