The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels

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A bedroom with a large window overlooking the ocean, a balcony, and a white bed.
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a balcony overlooking the ocean.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a glass dining table, and a view of a landscaped outdoor area.
A modern interior with large windows overlooking a beach and ocean.
A modern kitchen with a view of the ocean, a seating area with a view, and a large glass door leading to the outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Whale Beach
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Whale Beach, NSW
  • Place, Whale Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, McKay Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bedroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels

Please note that there is neighbouring construction taking place at nearby properties. A discount has been applied to the rate

Dog friendly - this is on request and subject to owner approval.

The Archer House, described as one of Australia's quintessential beachfront homes, is spectacularly set on Sydney's iconic Whale Beach. Built into the contours of the hill with the beach at your doorstep, the minimalist steel, glass and concrete pavilion offers a spacious open living design and panoramic views over the South Pacific Ocean. The Archer House graciously flows over two levels, with living dining and kitchen on the top level and bedrooms located on the second level. The 4 generous bedrooms can be found on the below level all with bathrooms, including a family/bunk room. The house can comfortably accommodate 12 guests.

What the Owner Loves
The top floor of the pavilion can open on both sides with glass walls that slide away to form a continuous platform from the terrace in front to the courtyard at the back. It has a fully equipped kitchen, dining and living room. With waxed concrete floors and floor to ceiling louvres capture the ocean cross breeze to keep you cool in the height of summer.

What We Love
The Archer House was designed by the award winning Craig Rosevear and has been acknowledged as outstanding contemporary architecture having won the prestigious Australian Institute of Architects
Wilkinson Award in 2001. The house has been featured in the Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture; on the cover of Living in Sydney, photographed by Giorgio Possenti; and in 100 Amazing Sydney Homes, Part One; Sydney Morning Herald November 2003.

What Families Love
The breakout area downstairs is ideal as a kids retreat or family area, the lounge area offers a full entertainment system with Pay TV and Apple TV for the family to enjoy. If that isn't enough to keep the families amused you are of course are spectacularly located on the sands of Whale Beach; You can walk down the little track through the trees onto the beach to spend the days enjoying the sunshine and waves of the famous Whale Beach!

Jonah's Restaurant; a fine dining restaurant located on Bynya Road, Whale beach. Offering amazing food and spectacular views it is definitely worth a visit.
Palm Beach Village; a short drive away is the main street of Palm Beach, offering some more great cafes and boutique shops including Palm Beach Wine and Cheese.
Experience this spectacular beachfront home in all its glory, the ideal weekender and even better for a long getaway!

Bedding Configuration:
Master bedroom - King Bed, en-suite and private balcony
Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed with en-suite
Bedroom 3 - Kid's retreat area 6 single bunks with large lounge/movie area + Family/Bunk room
Bedroom 4 - King Bed with en-suite (located separate to the main house with it's own entrance)

Please note that minor interior decoration changes are made from time to time so it always looks fresh and sparkling.

Contemporary Hotels has been proudly hosting guests and managing homes for over 25 years. To ensure property security and maintain the quality of bookings, we kindly ask all guests, including those booking through popular booking platforms, to complete our standard booking form as part of their stay and lodge security.

A security hold, not a charge, will be placed on your credit card 48 hours prior to arrival unless we’ve communicated that an EFT is required. For this property, the security hold is two thousand dollars.

The agreement is available for review via our booking page, or on the property profile if booking through popular booking platforms. If you have any questions, we are happy to assist.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property registration number PID-STRA-22891
Property # 7636006
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sydney

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Whale Beach, a neighbourhood in Sydney. Barrenjoey Lighthouse and Bulgandry Aboriginal Engraving Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bangalley Headland and Crown of Newport Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pittwater Rugby Park or Brookvale Oval.
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Whale Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Whale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • McKay Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Little Head Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bangalley Headland - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Palm Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Pymble Station - 32 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bilgola Deli - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zubi Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪My Gosh Mona Vale! - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Newport - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels?

As of 26 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels on 18 September 2026 start from NZ$20,005, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Archer House by Contemporary Hotels located?

Nestled on the beach, this Whale Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Whale Beach, Palm Beach and Bangalley Headland. Sandy Beach and Snapperman Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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