Eden NSW

We had an enjoyable drive through the hills from Nowa Nowa stopping at a familiar cafe in Cann River for morning tea before continuing on to the Eden Beachfront Holiday Park

From where I am sitting in the caravan I can now see the Shadrack Creek and Legges Beach so it seems to be the perfect place to stop. The kind lady on reception gave us ”the” special rate so it will be an economical stay as well.

 

Shadrack Creek

After waking to another frosty cold morning we were delighted to see sunny skies and as long as were rugged up and out of the wind we enjoyed the warmth.

We met our friends Sharon & Mick, who have recently moved up here from Melbourne, in the main street of Eden. We then followed them down the hill to the Port of Eden for a delicious brunch at the Wharfside Cafe. Its a busy place and obviously a favourite of locals and tourists because of the fabulous position. Sharon and I had lots to catch up with and we all enjoyed chatting for a couple of pleasant hours then we walked along the wharf checking out the boats in the sunshine. Unfortunately no dolphins greeted us, we have been told there are a lot around and they are often around the fishing boats



With Sharon and Mick



On the wharf with Sharon and a cute dog



The FHC girls

Our next stop was to the lookout on the point and after an easy stroll to the viewing area we were rewarded with stunning views over the pristine Twofold Bay.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From there we went to the Whale Museum which also overlooks the bay. Its such an interesting but confronting place with many exhibits and memorabilia that are a part of whaling history. And a gruesome history it was too!

 

Old Tom the Killer Whale




Imagine whaling in this little boat

We went back to our caravan to prepare dinner and wait for our friends Rosalyn & Ian to arrive. They were on their way home after their own mid winter holiday. They arrived at about 6 and we had a lovely evening with them as we usually do....our very first 'visitors' in our little home on wheels.



Breakfast in the sun with the Skurries

We met again for breakfast and then after a bit of dolphin spotting...I didn't see any but Rosalyn did (nor fair) we retraced our steps southward along the bay to Boydtown and were treated to a delicious morning tea at the very classy Seahorse Inn restaurant.

 

At Boydtown



Crested pidgeon sharing the chooks breakfast 



Original door at the Boydtown Mansion



Now a boutique hotel

 

We walked along the beach collecting shells, chatting and enjoying our time together.

 

Rosalyn, our own shell expert



Sunlight on the beautiful bay

We have decided to stay on here at the Eden Beachfront Holiday Park, its a gorgeous place and we are waiting for a parcel that Anthony has sent from home. Trev has pumped some bait this afternoon and will throw in a line from the beach tomorrow, I plan to walk, read and relax.

 

A couch completely covered in hand knitted soft toys at the Eden tourist centre