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Middle Head Officers Quarters

Sydney Harbour National Park

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Overview

Upgrades to Middle Head for Sydney Harbour Scenic Walk

Construction of a new walking track between Middle Head and Georges Head is underway and will be completed in 2024. Find out more about the infrastructure upgrades that will link Middle Head and Georges Head with Sydney Harbour Scenic Walk.

Going to a wedding or looking for a secluded getaway in Sydney Harbour National Park? Middle Head Officers Quarters is close to the action but in its own world – only minutes from Mosman village and Taronga Zoo. 

Accommodation Details
Accommodation type Cottage
Where 3 Governors Road, Mosman, NSW, 2088 - in Sydney Harbour National Park
Bedrooms 2
Maximum guests 4
Facilities Carpark, drinking water, showers, toilets, electric power, kitchen, plates and cutlery, pots and pans, bed linen, heating, fan
Please note
  • There are 2 semi-detached cottages. Each cottage has 2 bedrooms and sleeps 4 people. You can book 1 or both cottages.
  • Nearby beaches are Balmoral Beach (2.5km) and Chowder Bay (2km). Cobblers Beach and Obelisk Beach are clothing optional and not suitable for children.
  • There are cliffs and steep drop-offs around the cottages. Children should be supervised at all times.

Listed on the State Heritage Register, these semi-detached cottages are located in the former Officers Quarters within the historic Middle Head fort precinct. Sweeping vistas of Sydney Harbour are just a short walk away. Wedding guests will be close to the action – popular venues at Bradleys Head, Athol Hall, Chowder Bay and Balmoral Beach are all within 5km.

You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time, surrounded by 19th century gun pits and vast stretches of coastal heath and woodland. Enjoy the quiet solitude and soak up the afternoon sun on the west-facing verandah. Wander down the road for a café breakfast before exploring the magnificent harbour walks.

There’s plenty to keep you busy during your stay. Explore the boutiques and bistros of Mosman, spend the day at Taronga Zoo, or take a short drive to Balmoral Beach and Chowder Bay.

For iconic harbour views, challenge yourself to the Sydney Harbour Scenic Walk. Sydney’s mild winters are ideal for bushwalking and whale watching, while the headland blooms with flannel flowers, native fuschias and wattle in spring.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

Explore the area or hire these venues

  • People walking around Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh's military fortifications in Middle Head, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Spencer/DPIE

    Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh

    Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh ('gub-uh, gub-uh) is one of Sydney Harbour's seven headlands. Enjoy scenic views of Sydney Harbour from the lookout or take a guided tour of the historic fort and military relics.

  • Harbour Bridge to The Spit Bridge walk, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Yurasek © OEH

    Harbour Bridge to The Spit Bridge walking track

    Tread the paths of history past Taronga Zoo and federation homes on The Harbour Bridge to Spit Bridge walk. Be enthralled in beautiful bushland and rainforest remnants.

  • Heritage Festival Middle Head, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Spencer

    Middle Head

    With expansive water views across iconic Sydney Harbour and stretching out to Sydney’s eastern suburbs, Middle Harbour and Manly - Middle Head will impress your guests at your next product launch, conference or wedding ceremony.

  • View from the pathway looking up towards Athol Hall in Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo credit: We are Origami. <HTML>&copy; We are Origami.

    Athol Hall

    With breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour, Athol Hall is the perfect venue to celebrate a memorable wedding reception or birthday party against a dazzling backdrop.

Things to do:

Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay walk

Take the Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay walk for beautiful views of Sydney Harbour. This easy walk takes you from Taronga Zoo to the beach and cafes at Chowder Bay.


Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay walk, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo credit: John Spencer &copy; DPIE

Things to do:

Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh

Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh ('gub-uh, gub-uh) is one of Sydney Harbour's seven headlands. Enjoy scenic views of Sydney Harbour from the lookout or take a guided tour of the historic fort and military relics.

People walking around Middle Head – Gubbuh Gubbuh's military fortifications in Middle Head, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Spencer/DPIE

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Park info

  • in Sydney Harbour National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region

  • Sydney Harbour National Park is open sunrise to sunset but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

  • Park entry fees:

    Bradleys Head: $8 per vehicle per day. North Head: $5 per vehicle per day. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Coin payment available at Fairfax carpark machines only. Chowder Bay: Monday-Friday: $3 per hour, to a maximum of $16 per day. Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: $4 per hour, to a maximum of $20 per day. If you hold an NPWS All Parks or Multi Parks Pass, you can park free for up to four hours per day - additional time can be purchased. Car parks operated by Sydney Harbour Federation Trust or Mosman Council are not covered by your pass. Please check signs carefully. Park’nPay: You can also pay for your visit to any area via the Park’nPay app.

    Other fees:

    Landing fees or tour fees apply to visit Sydney Harbour islands. All public visitors to Shark, Clark or Rodd Island, need to pay a $7 per person landing fee. To arrange, please contact 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS). Annual NSW Parks Passes do not cover landing fees.

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