More to do at Hyams

1. Drive north to Huskisson, and then head straight to the famous Husky Pub for a beer, a counter meal and a water view.

2. Visit the tamest wild kangaroos and king parrots you are ever likely to meet at the picturesque camping nirvana of Green Patch.

3. A five-minute drive from Hyams will land you in Booderee National Park with stunning beaches and bushland to explore on foot. Make sure you visit the spooky ruins of St George’s lighthouse.

4. Sick of the great outdoors? Head to the great indoors by catching a movie at Huskisson Pictures.

5. Appreciate the sunset by becoming part of it with a sunset paddle board tour or lesson with Jervis Bay Stand Up Paddle Hire. A private lesson is A$80 (NZ$87) for one hour; 90-minute lessons and tours are also available. See jervisbaystanduppaddle.com.au

Drive:

Hyams Beach is three hours south of Sydney. Stop at Berry on the way for beautiful cafes, homewares and the famous Donut Van.

Stay:

The Blue Whaler and Minke cottages are in Cyrus St, across from the beach. From A$250 (NZ$273) a night. See stayz.com.au/167169. There is no wi-fi.