Escape city life take a few days off in Hawks Nest

Sydney is definitely one of the world's greatest cities, but it is a big city and once in awhile, it's nice to take a break from city life and relax in a more peaceful setting. There are plenty of great beach communities between Sydney and Newcastle, but even those now have large populations. Is there someplace quieter you can go that doesn't involve driving all day? Hawks Nest, just north of Newcastle may be the perfect answer.

If you've asked around, some Sydney locals may have told you about Nelson Bay and Port Stephens. Sydney locals flock to both of these holiday spots when they want a weekend break, but even they might be more crowded than what you want right now. When you say you want to get away, you mean it. You want something with a cosy villagey atmosphere. Hawks Nest is right next door to Port Stephens, but with a population of just over a thousand, it is a perfect place to go for a totally relaxing holiday.

Hawks Nest? That sounds like an attraction, not a city. Actually, the town gets its name from its most prominent early landmark. At the time of its settlement, when the whole region was accessed primarily by sea, a tall tree that was used for navigational purposes. The tree was a nesting place for the hawks in the area. When a settlement developed around the tree, it was called "Hawks Nest" and its name never changed.

Today, the largest industry in Hawks Nest is sand mining, but tourism is catching up fast. Has tourism developed enough for you to be able to find all the things you need for an enjoyable vacation? Is there a golf course? Can you find a good restaurant? Will you be able to find a nice place to stay? The answer is "Yes!" on all three counts. Hawks Nest is actually a very sophisticate community that even has a world-class golf course. It has a great caravan park, but if you're looking for something more luxurious, you can stay right on the beach.

Hawks Nest is just a trip across the "Singing Bridge"from another charming village with an equally intriguing name - Tea Gardens. Between these two communities, you will be lacking for nothing. You can take a ferry ride, charter a fishing boat, go surfing or just enjoy the great outdoors.

One thing you don't want to do is spend half your time looking for a Hawks Nest accommodation. You will want to make the most of your free time, so before you go, find your accommodation online. There are places to stay right in town, but if you are looking for something different, the easiest way to find it is online. For instance, you can rent a houseboat for the weekend. A perfect solution for a family on a budget is to rent an apartment or townhouse at the beach. Get a bird's eye view of Hawks Nest online and you will find an ideal nesting place for your family at a surprisingly affordable price.

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