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Montague Island Assistant Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage

Montague Island Nature Reserve

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Overview

Enjoy a weekend getaway in the historic Montague Island Assistant Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage and experience a unique adventure on Montague Island – Barunguba (bar-ran-goo-ba).

Accommodation Details
Accommodation type Cottage
Bedrooms 3
Maximum guests 6
Facilities Barbecue facilities, drinking water, showers, toilets, electric power
Bookings Book online or call the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757.
Please note
  • A minimum age of 5 years applies for all visitors to Montague Island.
  • Bookings should be made more than 7 days in advance to allow for boat transfers.
  • The cottage is only accessible by NPWS-contracted commercial boat operator. There is no private vessel access.
  • Boat transfers and a 2.5 hour tour of the island are included in your accommodation package. You'll receive more information after booking.
  • Optional snorkelling or diving trips with seals, or fishing charters can be arranged at an additional cost. More information will be provided after booking.
  • Montague Island is a remote offshore island so please arrive well prepared. You'll receive a safety briefing by NPWS staff on arrival at the island.

Ever dreamed of being cast away on a deserted island? Well, Montague Island Nature Reserve, just 9km from Narooma on the NSW Far South Coast could make your dream come true. The historic Lighthouse Keeper’s cottage sleeps up to 6 is a remote haven for nature lovers, small get togethers and romantic getaways.

Wake up to the sounds of crashing waves and catch the magnificent views as the sun rises over the ocean. After a hearty breakfast, follow Montague Island walking track to explore this unique landscape that preserves habitat for over 90 species of seabirds, not to mention seals, whales and dolphins.

As the wind whips up, head back inside and prepare a feast in the modern kitchen. Now that Montague Island Lighthouse is automated, you can rest easy that ships will be guided to safety while you wine and dine in comfort.

Take a virtual tour of Montague Island Assistant Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage captured with Google Street View Trekker.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

 

Whale watching top spots

NSW national parks have the best vantage points to see whales during their annual migration, which takes place from May to November. Plan your next coastal adventure.

A humpback whale breaches the water off the NSW coast, near Sydney. Photo credit: Wayne Reynolds &copy Wayne Reynolds

 

Saving Our Species program

Australia is home to more than 500,000 animal and plant species, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Saving our Species is a statewide conservation program that addresses the growing number of Australian animals and Australian native plants facing extinction.

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) in a tree. Photo: Courtesy of Taronga Zoo/OEH

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Park info

  • in Montague Island Nature Reserve in the South Coast region

  • Montague Island Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

    Please note: A minimum age of 5 years applies for all visitors. Montague Island is only accessible via one of NSW National Parks & Wildlife contracted commercial vessel tour operators (go to www.eurobodalla.com.au for details).

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