Recently, one of our team embarked on her first family holiday , with dog in tow - here is what went down...

Just an hour north of Newcastle, Hawks Nest Golf Club is a hidden gem, offering a perfect blend of championship-level golf and breathtaking natural beauty. Situated on the stunning Mid-North Coast, our 18-hole all-weather course is renowned for its immaculate greens, coastal charm, and ability to challenge and delight players of all skill levels.

The clubhouse provides the perfect setting for any occasion, whether you're planning a celebration, a corporate event, or a wedding. With panoramic views of the course and the surrounding natural landscape, it's a space that combines elegance with comfort.

Easily accessible from Sydney, Newcastle, and Port Stephens, Hawks Nest is the ideal destination for golfers and leisure seekers alike. With a range of nearby accommodation options, you can take advantage of our Stay'n'Play packages or explore our tailored Group Golf packages.

Adding to the experience is our new dining destination, Sando's Café and Restaurant. Offering a unique blend of modern coastal cuisine infused with fresh and exciting flavours. Sando's welcomes both members and visitors to enjoy exceptional dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients, served in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.

Whether you're enjoying a day on the green, savouring exceptional dining, or celebrating life's special moments, Hawks Nest Golf Club promises an unforgettable experience.

Plan your next family adventure in Hawks Nest with walking trails for all ages, including track difficulty and tips.

You may have heard (if you haven’t – where have you been?) that Reflections Hawks Nest has the recent addition of a phenomenal, huge, heated year-round swimming pool! To celebrate the pool, and how usable it is in winter, we partnered with HUNTERHunter to send Reflections staff member, Sweeby and her kids, Lily and Thomas, up to Reflections Hawks Nest, to experience the pool, luxe new villas and everything that this epic location has to offer first-hand and give us the low down…

The Myall River is one of several beautiful rivers born in the hinterland of the Barrington Coast. Between the towns of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, the river is crossed by the famous Singing Bridge, whose railings play mournful sounds during strong winds, acting as a wind harp.

The Jean Shaw Koala Reserve is located at its northeastern end, part of a wildlife corridor to the Myall Lakes. Koalas have been known to cross the bridge at night.

The Myall River is renowned for its calm scenic beauty that's perfect for boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming and scenic cruises.

The Myall River is one of several beautiful rivers born in the hinterland of the Barrington Coast. As their crystal clear waters tumble from the rugged peaks, they breathe life into the land; for this is the Barrington Coast - a place where the leaves touch the waters from the mountains to the sea.

The Myall River is renowned for its calm scenic beauty, perfect for boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, swimming and scenic cruises.

It's formed in the Kyle Range near Stroud, flows south-eastwards for 92 kilometres and descends 355 metres before joining the bay of Port Stephens at Hawks Nest.

After flowing past the town of Bulahdelah, the Myall River enters the Bombah Broadwater, which is the most southern lake of the three Ramsar-protected Myall Lakes within the Myall Lakes National Park.

Between the towns of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, the Myall River is crossed by the famous Singing Bridge, whose railing plays mournful sounds during strong winds, acting as a wind

Fascinating Mungo walking track, in Myall Lakes National Park, is a feast for the body, mind, and senses. A delightful collection of walks combine to create this absorbing track which joins Mungo Brush campground on the shores of Bombah Broadwater to Hawks Nest. It’s a long yet easy walk, taking in some important Aboriginal and post-colonial heritage sites, landforms, and diverse vegetation.

Set out towards the Myall River along Tamboi walking track arriving at the historic Tamboi village. Continuing south, meander along old sand dunes on historic mining routes, passing a part of the track between Brambles Green campground and Dark Point Aboriginal Place which is known for its splendid display of colourful wildflowers.

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can do it all in one day, or else break it into smaller sections, savour the delights and camp overnight. Alternatively, it’s a great track for mountain biking with a refreshing lake swim at Mungo Brush to round off your cycle.