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Dog Friendly Beaches on the South Coast: Where Your Dog Can Go
If you have ever turned up to a beach with the dog and found a sign telling you to turn around, you know how it goes on the coast. The rules change from beach to beach, and getting it wrong can mean a fine or a ruined morning. We live here, so here is the honest local...
Winter on the South Coast With Your Dog: Why the Cold Months Are the Best Time to Visit
Ask us when the best time to bring your dog to the coast is, and plenty of people are surprised by the answer. Winter. The beaches empty out, the walks are better in the cool air, and your dog gets the run of the place. A pet friendly winter getaway on the South Coast...
Events in Shoalhaven This Winter 2026
Winter in the Shoalhaven has its own rhythm. The pace slows, the crowds thin out, and what’s left is a season shaped by local events, coastal scenery and relaxed weekend escapes. From May through September, Sussex Inlet and the surrounding region near Surfside...
Family-Friendly Summer Events at Surfside Cudmirrah Beach and Sussex Inlet 2025–26
Summer Events & Things to Do at Surfside Cudmirrah Beach and Sussex Inlet, South Coast NSW in 2025–26 Summer is here, and Surfside Cudmirrah Beach is the perfect base to enjoy all the Summer at Sussex events. From festive paddles to live music, markets, and family...
Best Cafés and Bakeries Near Surfside Cudmirrah Beach (Within 50 km Radius)
Nestled along the stunning South Coast of NSW, Surfside Cudmirrah Beach is the perfect getaway for beach lovers, nature explorers, and, of course, foodies. Whether you're craving a strong morning coffee, a hearty pie, or fresh sourdough, the Shoalhaven region offers...
Your Guide to Visiting the South Coast This Winter with Surfside Cudmirrah Beach
Winter may bring cooler weather, but it also unlocks a whole new world of experiences on the NSW South Coast. Whether you’re after adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both, this peaceful coastal region is one of the best winter holiday destinations in New South Wales....
Pet Friendly Food Destinations
Pelican Shores Under new management and with pristine views right on Sussex Inlet River, Pelican Shores offers front row seats to the river system that makes our special town so unique. While their Marina and Café are currently closed for renovation, their kiosk is...
Our Favourite Walks and Hikes on the South Coast
Surrounded by stunning waterways, lush bushland and coastal landscapes, Cudmirrah, Berrara and Sussex Inlet all offer opportunities for hiking, cycling, birdwatching, swimming and immersing yourself in nature. Some of our favourite local walks and hiking trails below,...
Sussex Inlet Events & Shopping this Summer
Sussex Inlet is our nearest township just a short 10 minute drive away. There is a SPAR supermarket, butcher, two bakeries, a bottle shop and several lovely cafes such as Inlet Eats, Bean to Sussex and Little Eadies. It is also a lovely little town to spend some time...
Where to Eat, Drink and Explore with your Pup
We, here at Surfside Cudmirrah Beach, know that our pets are family which is why all of our accomodation is pet friendly all year round. Listed below are some things to do and places to go both local to us and slightly further afield where your four legged friends are...









