The Lazy Pelican
Tea Gardens
A single-level house for eight on a quiet street in Tea Gardens. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms, light-filled rooms, ducted air conditioning, and a large, level, fully fenced, family-friendly backyard.
The Myall River is a one-minute walk away. Once there, a beautiful riverside pathway runs to the Singing Bridge and over to Hawks Nest. Cafes, restaurants and a bakery are all along the way, along with the well-known Boatshed restaurant, sitting over the water’s edge. It is great for bikes, scooters, a stroll, or perhaps grab fish and chips by the water. It is also great for fishing and boating, with hire available nearby. Hawks Nest is a five-minute drive, or you can walk. It has Bennetts Beach and Jimmys Beach, and Jimmys is particularly family friendly, with easily accessible parts that are dog friendly.

Where it all happens
The kitchen — stone island, stools for four, and the living room beyond.
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Guests
- 8
- Level
- 1
Bright rooms, and a yard to spill into
The main bedroom has a king bed, an ensuite, a walk-in robe and a television. Three more bedrooms have queen beds. The second bathroom has a bathtub. The house is light filled, and the living spaces have a large television, ceiling fans and ducted air conditioning.
The kitchen is set up for a real cook: oven, large air fryer, microwave, blender, dishwasher and coffee machine, plus baking utensils, wine and champagne glasses. A butler’s pantry holds the crockery and cutlery. There is a seating area for four at the island. Outside is spacious, with dining for eight people and lounge chairs, opening onto a large, level, fully fenced backyard.

From the house
Things to do
The Myall River is a one-minute walk from the house. Once there, a beautiful riverside pathway runs to the Singing Bridge and over to Hawks Nest. Cafes, restaurants and a bakery are all along the way, along with the well-known Boatshed restaurant, sitting over the water’s edge. Here are a few favourites, along the river and a little further out.

Riverside dining
Boatshed restaurant
The well-known Tea Gardens Boatshed restaurant sits over the water’s edge on the Myall River, along the riverside pathway from the house.

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Mumm’s on the Myall
Mumms is a riverfront restaurant in Tea Gardens, looking out over the Myall River and the Singing Bridge.

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2 Fat Bakers
Best pies in town, at the 2 Fat Bakers bakery in Tea Gardens.

Ice cream
The Ice Cream Shack
An ice cream from the Ice Cream Shack in Tea Gardens makes an easy treat on a walk along the river.

Art gallery
The Gallery, Galleries in the Gardens
The Gallery is a waterfront cottage on Marine Drive, in the cafe strip opposite the Myall River. Local artists from Galleries in the Gardens show paintings, ceramics, sculpture, prints, jewellery and more, all for sale. Entry is free. It is closed on Tuesdays, so check the website for current opening hours.
Shopping
Tea Gardens Trading Co.
Tea Gardens Trading Co. is a shop on Myall Street in Tea Gardens, with a curated collection of homewares, fresh flowers, clothing labels and souvenirs.

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Reels & Wheels
Reels & Wheels hires electric bikes and other gear for Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens. Pickup is by appointment. The pathway from the Myall River towards the Singing Bridge and Hawks Nest is made for bikes, scooters and an easy walk.

Tea Gardens ferry
The Original Tea Gardens Ferry
The Original Tea Gardens Ferry runs between Tea Gardens and Nelson Bay in both directions, about an hour each way. In season it is a great way to go whale and dolphin watching: dolphins are often seen on the crossing, and whale season runs from May to November. Book the voyage on the ferry’s own page.
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Boat hire
Tea Gardens BBQ Boats
Cruise the Myall River at your own pace on a pontoon-style barbecue boat. The Pickled Pelican takes up to 10 people and the Saucy Seagull up to 12, and both have a large barbecue and a private toilet on board. Book ahead in summer and school holidays.
Tea Gardens BBQ Boats website (opens in a new tab)Tea Gardens BBQ Boats on Visit NSW (opens in a new tab)

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Hawks Nest Golf Club
Hawks Nest Golf Club is an all-weather option for a day out. The agency can add a round through its Stay N Play note. Tee times and fees are set by the club.
What's around
Tea Gardens is the village on this side of the river, and all its restaurants are within walking distance of the house. Hawks Nest, Bennetts Beach and Jimmys Beach are across the Singing Bridge, a five-minute drive, or you can walk. Myall Lakes National Park continues to Mungo Brush — vehicle entry is $8 per day, and dogs are not allowed in the park.
Tea Gardens Real Estate Holidays
Book your stay
Availability, rates and the booking itself live with the managing agency. This website does not take enquiries, payments or reservation requests.
+61 2 4997 1300 · stay@teagardensrealestate.com.au
