View of Steele Point Cottage from the embarkment with the Sydney Harbour skyline in the distance. Ph

Aerial view of Steele Point Cottage at Vaucluse in Sydney Harbour National Park, with city skyline i

Guests eating breakfast in the outdoor seating area at Steele Point Cottage. Photo: John Spencer/OEH

The lounge room at Steele Point Cottage in Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Spencer/OEH

Bedroom with Queen bed at Steele Point Cottage in Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Spencer/

Curved bath and sink in the bathroom at Steele Point Cottage. Photo: John Spencer/OEH

Aerial view of Steele Point Cottage by the water in Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: G Pickford/

Kitchen at Steele Point Cottage in Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Spencer/OEH

Steele Point Cottage

Overview

Steele Point's location in Sydney Harbour National Park is hard to beat. Perched on the edge of a sandstone cliff in Nielsen Park, you're surrounded by lovely swimming spots and outstanding views of…

Built in the 1880's as a gunners barracks to protect Sydney Harbour, Steele Point Cottage has been carefully renovated to keep heritage features including original ceilings and timber flooring. It's the perfect accommodation for weekend escapes and honeymooners.

There's plenty of things to do in Nielsen Park during your stay. Get your coffee fix at The Nielsen and relax on the sands of Shark Beach just 25 metre from your doorstep. Hermitage Foreshore track will lead you towards Rose Bay, passing the secluded Milk Beach and Hermit Bay along the way. If you want to explore further afield, the cottage isn't far from the iconic Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach.

If you prefer to keep it local, the cottage is equipped with everything you need for a romantic getaway. Cosy up in your soft bathrobe, bring a bottle of bubbly and watch the city light up as the sun sets.