Local Guide to Budgewoi

Budgewoi Central Coast Local Guide

Budgie as it’s affectionately referred to by the locals has got it going on. Join us to find out why you need be making the trip up north this summer.

Way up in the far North of our region lies Budgewoi, a quaint spot that has summer holiday vibes like no other.

Budgewoi an Aboriginal word meaning “Meeting of Two Waters” has the best of both worlds with ocean and lakeside living. But more than that Budgie is fast becoming a bit of a health hub with fresh new health conscious offerings, plenty of walks and outdoor activities to keep you active this summer.

Plus, did we mention how friendly and passionate, about their town, the locals are? We have to say that we’ve formed a bit of a soft spot for Budgie. And, we’re willing the (hopefully) sunny summer days so you too can get out and explore the best of Budgewoi.

Start your adventure at Yum Fast Nutrition over on the Western side near the Coles. It’s tucked away down a little alley and serves up smoothies, loaded teas and damn good vibes. If you’re into a little retail therapy definitely call into Godess Boutique they have a delightful range of bohemian fashion and accessories to choose from.

Local Budgewoi Guide

For the energetic ones, the peaceful walk along the foreshore of Budgewoi Lake will take you through many reserves and all the way around to Ourringo Point in Buff Point taking about an hour each way.

Hopping over the Creek to Budgewoi Circle in the East your coffee fix will be found at The Anchor. Brunch options there are delish. As are the bowls at the newly opened Ocean Street Bowls – our top pick without a doubt has to be Dragonfruit Alley.

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Right next door you’ll find the heavenly Vuitton Creativity a centre for all things self care. Bringing together a range of practitioners who focus on beauty, makeup and healing. We suggest booking in for some sound healing.

Next up it’s a short stroll around to Mackenzie Reserve. From there you can pop over the famous footbridge to Dunkey Island before making your way over to the uncrowded Lakes Beach for a dip. What would be summer days without a refreshing beer garden bevvie to round out the day? The Budgewoi Hotel’s (the old Coast Hotel) rennos have just been completed and the pub is looking fresh as with its facelift. The highly anticipated return of live music has got the crowds flocking. 

Now, if Budgie hasn’t delivered the most perfect Coastie day out then we don’t know what will.

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