Pottsville

Aquarium House – with direct beach access & pool

Pottsville, NSW 2489

  • 14 guests max
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 4.0 bathrooms
  • 2 parking space

Aquarium is an elegant and sophisticated beachfront residence nestled just metres from the shoreline in the Northern Rivers town of Pottsville, suitable for multiple families. This luxurious retreat offers direct beach access via a sandy footpath through coastal shrubs, connecting you to kilometres of white sand beaches. Leave the city behind and fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves.

Masterfully designed by renowned Sydney architect Michael Suttor and newly rebuilt in 2024, this spectacular property showcases elegant finishes featuring natural elements including wood, limestone, linen, sisal and sandstone throughout. Aquarium boasts expansive open-plan living spaces and spacious outdoor decks. The property’s signature feature—a visually spectacular glass-sided swimming pool with viewing windows into the lower levels of the house—allows for underwater viewing of swimmers, complemented by a covered cabana with seating for hot days. The third-floor viewing platform with seating looks out at the ocean, perfect for sunset drinks.

Located in the town of Pottsville, you’ll discover great restaurants, nature reserves, a Sunday market and extreme natural beauty. Just a minute’s walk up the beach lies the mouth of Mooball Creek, a coastal estuary with crystal blue waters and a sandy bank perfect for fishing and family swimming, given the protection from beach waves and tides. Only 7km along the shoreline is the surfing mecca of Cabarita Beach, with easy drives to Byron Bay, Brunswick Heads, Kingscliff and Burleigh Heads—close enough for lunch or dinner yet far enough away to escape the crowds.

**Specifications:**

– Bright, airy open-plan living, dining and kitchen area flowing seamlessly to the pool area
– Direct beachfront position with a short path through shrubs to the sand
– Sophisticated and stylish interior with lots of organic textures including limestone and wood floors, linen and sandstone walls
– Transparent-sided pool with windows into the lower levels with covered pool cabana
– 3 bedrooms ideal for up to 6 adults (4th bedroom available for up to 8 kids at an extra fee)
– Master 1: king bed and ensuite
– Master 2: king bed and ensuite
– Bedroom 3: Queen bed
– 3 full bathrooms with 2 additional powder rooms
– Designer kitchen with Miele appliances, granite benchtops and butler’s pantry
– Outdoor deck on the ocean side and deck chairs for entertaining with built-in BBQ
– Top floor viewing deck with cushioned seating
– Two separate loungerooms with smart televisions—one upstairs and one downstairs to separate adults and kids for maximum serenity
– Full laundry with Miele washer and dryer and purpose-built “drying” room for wet towels and swimming costumes
– Reverse cycle split system air conditioning
– Outdoor shower to wash sandy feet coming off the beach
– Mudroom with beach access for storing towels, flippers, goggles
– 2-car garage with internal access to the house
– Table tennis table for family tournaments
– Landscaped gardens planted with mature olive trees
– Complimentary internet via Starlink
– Hair dryers in each bathroom

**Terms & Conditions:**

Schoolies, bucks or hens groups are not suitable for this property. Strict No Party policy. Bookings will be cancelled upon breach of these rules. This property is not suitable for groups under 25 years of age without prior approval. Schoolies will not be accepted, please do not ask. Thank you for your understanding.

**Cameras & Noise Monitoring:**

There are 2 external security cameras installed at the property. One camera is positioned to view the front door area and a second camera located on the back deck towards the beach and the reserve. These are for external security monitoring only. (The owner reserves the right at any time to install additional external cameras at their discretion). All cameras are installed in line with local regulations. A noise monitoring device is installed – fines apply to guests found to have disconnected, removed or damaged the noise device.

STRA Permit ID: PID-STRA-63738


Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alfresco Dining
  • Barbeque utensils
  • Bathroom Amenities
  • Bathtub
  • BBQ
  • Beach access
  • Beach Front
  • Beach Retreats
  • Beach/Pool Towels
  • Beachfront
  • Car parking
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Clothing storage
  • Coffee Machine
  • Conditioner
  • Cooking basics
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Corporate Retreats
  • Desk
  • Dining Area
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Essentials
  • Family Friendly
  • Free street parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Heating
  • Iron / Ironing Board
  • Kitchen
  • Large Groups
  • Linen
  • Lock up garage
  • Luxury
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Outdoor seating
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Ping Pong Table
  • pool towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Silverware/Utensils
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke Detector
  • Swimming Pool
  • Toaster
  • Toilet Paper
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Waterfront
  • Wifi
  • Wine glasses

Bedding Configuration

Bedroom 1

  • 1 King bed

Bedroom 2

  • 1 King bed

Bedroom 3

  • 1 Queen bed

Bedroom 4

  • 8 Bunk bed

Reviews

5/5 (2 reviews)

Aquarium Beach House – The Perfect Getaway

Catherine – 21st March 2024

My family experienced the most glorious summer holiday with friends at Aquarium. The home is beyond stunning – thoughtfully laid out, with sumptuous furnishings and all of the necessities. The two big master suites were an absolute rarity and ensured that both sets of parents had the ‘best’ rooms, while the kids absolutely loved the big bunk room. The beach was so close and the pool was used by our kids even when it rained! Rooftop drinks while the sunset was our evening ritual. Pottsville is a cute town with some good dining options, and it’s lovely to be so close to Byron without having to stay amongst the summer crowds there. Aquarium is perfect for a couple of families or a group of friends. Total understated luxury, what a fabulous beach house. We will most definitely be back!

Incredibly luxurious and high end design

Alison F – 20th May 2024

I had the pleasure of staying at Aquarium with a group of friends in May. The house is spectacular – I’ve never seen such gorgeous furniture and interior design. The finishes are stunning – incredible sandstone walls and limestone and wood floors! We loved the location – close to beaches and Halcyon House at Cabarita for afternoon drinks and an easy drive to Byron. I loved not being in Byron- so we didn’t have to deal with crowds and running into people. Perfect luxurious stay – 5 star!