Area Hotlist — Pittwater NSW
20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Pittwater area
Area Hotlist — Pittwater
Warriewood Square
Anchored by Kmart, Coles and a Hoyts cinema, “The Square” covers every errand in air-conditioned comfort. Free undercover parking, regular kids’ events and an upbeat dining precinct make it the rainy-day lifesaver for families from Warriewood through to Avalon.
Mona Vale Village
Charter Hall meets coastal charm along Bungan Street, where wholefood cafés, boutiques and doctors’ rooms cluster around the revamped town square. Level streets suit prams and e-bikes, and the B-Line stop puts the city an express ride away.
Palm Beach
Home and Away’s famous backdrop pairs golden surf with Pittwater’s calm boating waters on a single isthmus. Light-house hikes, fine-dining at Barrenjoey House and the ferry to Ettalong deliver holiday vibes just 55 minutes north of the Harbour Bridge.
Narrabeen Lake
An 8.4-kilometre foreshore trail loops the lagoon for walking, cycling and sunrise kayaking. Hire a SUP, drop a crab pot or linger at lakeside cafés—flat water and grassy reserves make it the district’s go-to outdoor playground.
The Newport
Merivale’s sprawling waterfront pub serves wood-fired pizza, live acoustic sets and unbeatable Pittwater sunsets. Giant foosball tables keep kids busy, while weekday co-working nooks blur the line between business meeting and long lunch.
Mona Vale Beach
Consistent sand-bank peaks, a 50-metre rock pool and accessible ramp make this headland-flanked beach a crowd-pleaser. Cafés and the surf club sit metres from the sand, so post-swim coffees happen in minutes.
Avalon Beach
Bohemian energy meets blue-chip postcode. Expect point-break waves, a heritage cinema, artisan bakeries and Saturday farmers’ markets—all within a walk-able village that prizes thongs over ties.
Newport Village
Surf shops, yoga studios and late-night Thai eateries line Robertson Road, with IGA and specialty delis covering day-to-day needs. A two-minute stroll lands you on Newport Beach or the B-Line for city commuters.
Narrabeen Beach
World-tour waves, sunrise board-riders and a lap-length rock pool keep water lovers hooked. Early birds score ocean-view brekkie at surf-club café, while the coastal walk links south to Dee Why for a longer stride.
Pittwater High School
Comprehensive Years 7-12 campus boasting a sailing program, STEAM labs and strong HSC results. Positioned between Mona Vale Beach and Warriewood wetlands, it offers academic rigour with an enviable coastal backdrop.
Careel Bay
Mangrove-fringed sanctuary and yacht haven where pelicans glide and seahorses cling to seagrass. The foreshore dog park, netball courts and public wharf make it a year-round neighbourhood meeting point.
Newport Beach
C-shaped surf beach patrolled year-round, with a headland ocean pool and weekend craft markets on the grass. Head straight from dawn patrol to brunch on the village strip—board under arm.
Avalon Village
Eco boutiques, wholefood grocers and vintage stores cluster around Old Barrenjoey Road. Outdoor tables spill onto footpaths, fostering a laid-back, dog-friendly vibe that sees locals linger long after the morning coffee run.
Whale Beach
Secluded cove framed by steep headlands and architect-designed beach houses. A reliable right-hander breaks off the southern point, while Jonah’s Restaurant brings five-star dining with sweeping Pacific views.
Church Point
Gateway to Scotland Island, with timber ferry wharf, waterfront café and hillside IGA tucked beside heritage boatsheds. Kayak hire, bush tracks and sheltered swimming spots entice weekend adventurers to linger.
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
Heritage-listed bushland of sandstone cliffs, hidden beaches and ancient rock engravings. The Basin campground, West Head lookout and winding cycle routes deliver wilderness adventures just ten minutes beyond suburbia.
Clareville Beach
Northerly-facing Pittwater beach where glassy shallows, BBQ lawns and a small boat ramp lure young families and dinghy sailors. Mid-week sunsets here feel like a private resort without the membership fees.
Warriewood Beach
Tucked between two soaring sandstone headlands, this pocket beach offers consistent barrels and Instagram-worthy sunrise cliffs. A clifftop café and cliff walk link south to Turimetta, rewarding morning joggers.
Bilgola Plateau Public School
Small P-6 school with panoramic Pittwater views, strong Mandarin program and an outdoor learning deck shaded by gums. Community fairs and twilight concerts cement its reputation as the Plateau’s social hub.
Narrabeen Lagoon
Hire a kayaks or cycle the boardwalk-lined loop to spot black swans and the occasional sea turtle. Picnic tables, playgrounds and wheelchair-friendly paths ensure everyone gets a slice of lakeside serenity.