So many of us dream of a laidback life by the beach. And with the pressures of the city, rising costs of living, and other coastal hotspots pricing buyers out, The Crescent is an affordable opportunity to make the change. Be closer to nature and the ocean, within reach of regional centres, and surrounded by likeminded, family-friendly people. It’s the perfect place to bring up children and grandchildren, to slow down, and take in life as it should be.
Crescent Head enjoys a sense of quiet and isolation, yet it’s less than 20 minutes from Kempsey. Thanks to excellent freeway infrastructure, Port Macquarie’s airport is 45 minutes away, and Coffs Harbour to the north less than 90 minutes. Southwest Rocks and Hat Head lie a little to the north with stunning National Park beaches, tracks and lookouts dotting the coast in between.
Crescent Head's stunning 3.5km coastline has been a National Surfing Reserve since 2008. Surfers from all over the world have flocked to Crescent Head to experience the incredible breaks, known for a slow right-hand wave best suited to longboards. The coastline is well-protected by the Goolawah Reserve and Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve, making this small town a surfing and adventure haven.
Crescent Head’s nearby village serves up quality choices for a drink or meal, including La Costa Cantina, Crescent Head Tavern, Crescent Head Country Club, Bamboo Chinese, Blackfish, Green Room Café and the soon to open Sea Sea Hotel. Sea Sea is the vision of ex-Ksubi founder George Gorrow, bringing a fresh creative energy to Crescent’s hospitality scene.
Nearby amenities include the award-winning golf and country club, along with tennis, lawn bowls and 6-hole golf course, medical centre, aquatic centre and rugby oval.
Spend leisurely family days on uncrowded beaches, ride the 400m right hander at Front Beach, or four-wheel drive along the golden shores of Goolawah Beach. Take bushland walks along the dramatic headland to Crescent Head Lookout, or play a picturesque round on Crescent Head Golf Course. Cross the iconic footbridge at Killick Creek and enjoy the safe, sandy shallows with the little ones. Fishing spots? Take your pick.
Goolawah Beach is your nearest beach just 900m away, and it’s a dream location for adventure, offering 4WD beach access and pet-friendly camping. This surf beach is loved by surfers, families, off-roaders and camping enthusiasts alike. Further afield, discover secluded rock pools perfect for snorkelling and scuba diving at Delicate Nobby Beach, which also welcomes off-leash dogs.
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