Northern Beaches Family Home - Bush, Beaches & Lagoon on Sydney's Doorstep
House • Frenchs Forest NSW Australia
6 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Beds
2 Bathrooms
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Non-Reciprocal
Hospitality
Statistics
Listed June 2026
Views 203
General Overview
Welcome to our home in Frenchs Forest, right in the heart of Sydney's Northern Beaches. We're surrounded by national park bushland at the end of the street, with some of Sydney's best beaches and waterways just a short drive away — Manly, Narrabeen, Dee Why, Curl Curl and Freshwater are all within easy reach. It's the perfect base for a family who loves the outdoors: swim, surf, walk, paddle, hike or just soak up the laid-back beach-suburb lifestyle.
The Space
Set on a level block with a north-facing aspect, the house is bright and sun-filled throughout the day.
The fully enclosed backyard is a standout: large, flat, fully fenced and genuinely built for kids. There is an inground pool with spa (heating not available during swap), a trampoline and toys set up for children.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
- 5 bedrooms with 4 set up for sleeping: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Queen Sofa and 2 cots
- 2 bathrooms
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
House Rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
The Area
Beaches
Manly Beach is about 15–20 minutes by car (or catch the ferry from Manly Wharf into Circular Quay for a classic Sydney harbour crossing). It's a broad, patrolled surf beach lined with cafes, restaurants and the famous Corso strip connecting the ocean side to the harbour side.
Narrabeen, Dee Why, Curl Curl and Freshwater beaches are all close — each has its own character, from family-friendly rock pools to popular surf breaks.
Narrabeen Lagoon
A short drive away, Narrabeen Lagoon is one of the best-kept secrets of the Northern Beaches with a flat, scenic 8km walking/cycling loop around it, plus kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and picnic spots along the foreshore.
Bush walking tracks
Frenchs Forest backs directly onto Garigal National Park, with trailheads literally at the end of our street. The Heath Trail and Frenchs Creek Loop are local favourites for a morning walk or trail run, without ever leaving the suburb.
Getting around
We're close to Warringah Mall for shopping, a short drive to Chatswood for a bigger shopping and dining precinct, and 4minute walk to bus direct bus to Manly. Sydney's Northern Beaches is a car-friendly area — a car is highly recommended for the stay. We may consider a car swap depending on circumstances.
Getting to my home
Getting Here
From the airport: ~25km, 35–45 min by car (longer in peak traffic). No direct train to the Northern Beaches; public transport means train into the city then a bus, so most guests drive or take a transfer.
Nearest airport
Sydney domestic and international airport is ~ 25km away.
Getting Around
Getting around: A car is handy here — it opens up all the beaches. Regular buses run to the CBD (~40 min) and Manly (~20 min), where you can catch the ferry into the city.
Map of Approximate Location
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Feedback
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We are an Australian family of 4 living in Sydney’s northern beaches. We have 3 year old boy / girl twins and no pets.
We are looking for exchanges in and around Australia to start with.
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