LOCATION
Marramarra House is located 60 minutes north of Sydney on Marramarra Creek,
a tributary of the Hawkesbury River. Cruise along the river in your own boat or book a water taxi from Hawkesbury Marina – getting to the house is all part of the experience.
GETTING THERE
We recommend starting your journey from Brooklyn where you can arrive by train or car and shop supplies from Richies Convenience & Bottle Shop, Brooklyn’s Corner and Life Boat's Seafood. All located a short stroll from Hawkesbury River station and free local parking.
See below for more information or enquire with our house concierge.
PARKING
We recommend parking at Lower McKell Carpark or at Upper McKell Park. Parking in Brooklyn is free, however please note some areas are timed parking.
HAWKESBURY RIVER STATION
Train is by far the easiest way to get to Brooklyn, trains regularly depart from Sydney Central Station. Alight at Hawkesbury River Station and enjoy a short stroll to the Hawkesbury River Marina.
HOUSE CONCIERGE
Please enquire about our House Concierge service for an unforgettable stay (including water transfers). If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to contact us here.
WATER TAXI
Pre book a water taxi to collect you from Brooklyn public wharf, Kangaroo Point or Mooney Mooney boat ramp where there is free parking available near all jetties. Journey time is approximately 20mins, and $130 per trip for 2 people as a guide, to be confirmed upon booking. Water taxi transfers are to be booked by guests after accommodation is confirmed.
LOCAL FOOD & EATERIES
Richies Convenience & Bottle Shop - Brooklyn
Brooklyn’s Corner - Brooklyn
Life Boat's Seafood - Brooklyn
Oyster Shed - Mooney Mooney
Spencer Thai - Spencer - 15min boat ride from Marramarra House
The Anchor - Spencer - 15min boat ride from Marramarra House
FOR THE FOODIES - ARRIVE BY BOAT
Peat's Bite - Bookings essential
A Chef's Secret - Bookings essential
Berowra Waters Inn - Bookings essential
WATER TAXI & HIRE BOAT PACKAGE
For the best of both worlds, arrange a water taxi and runabout hire deal which will get you to and from the house quickly, and allow you to explore the river in your own time. The hire boat will be pre delivered to the private pontoon, and no experience or licence is required. Approximately $400 as a guide for 2 nights, additional nights $50 each. Included in this price is return water taxi transfers from Brooklyn, Kangaroo Point or Mooney Mooney boat ramp, adult life jackets and a tank of petrol. To be booked by guests after accommodation is confirmed.
OWN BOAT
The private pontoon suits vessels up to 6 metres. Marramarra Creek is tidal, arrival/departure times will be advised after accommodation is confirmed and yes we allow late checkouts. Launch at Mooney Mooney boat ramp, a short 10-15 minute journey to the house, or Berowra Waters boat ramp at Dusthole Bay, 15-20 minute journey to the house. Unrestricted car and trailer parking is available at both boat ramps, but spaces are limited and tend to fill up quickly on public holidays and during peak season.
BOAT HIRE
If you have a boat licence, you can hire a tinny with a 30hp engine from Brooklyn Central to use throughout your stay. Alternatively, Boab Hire at Berowra Waters have a number of 50hp+ runabouts which will allow you to explore more of the mighty Hawkesbury.