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NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park, NSW :
4.75 out of 5 based on 13 reviews.

NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park is set on a stunning beachfront location at Umina Beach on the NSW Central Coast.

NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park

It offers you the perfect place to escape from the city, relax, unwind and enjoy a great family holiday. Choose from a comprehensive range of accommodation options – there’s a style to suit every taste and budget.

There’s a fantastic range of in-park activities and facilities to make the most of during your stay. Your kids will be happily entertained by the giant jumping pillows, new adventure playground, games room or making friends at Kidz Korner. You can relax with a swim in the heated resort pool complex with spa and waterslide, take a stroll on the beach or simply kick back at our cafe Bluebottles by the Beach. Discover NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park today…

Meet the reviewing family for BIG4 Ocean Beach …

Virginie reviews NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday ParkVirginie and her family (Mum, Dad and 3 very busy little boys) are so excited about their weekend at the BIG4 Ocean Beach.

With their youngest son just a year old, it’s been a while since they’ve been away so the call of swimming pools purpose built for kids of all ages, Kidz Korner, jumping pillows and a cafe by the pool has Virginie super excited about getting away.

When it comes to a cabin holiday, Virginie says it ticks every box!


Published 17th October 2013


  • Absolutely loved it!!!

    We stayed here a couple of weeks ago for a big family holiday with brothers, sisters, mother and father and children. We stayed in the safari tents and must say I was a bit apprehensive about it, but once I saw them I was so impressed!! The tents were clean, spacious, the shower was amazing and it was overall a great experience, the kids loved the feeling of camping and loved the wildlife running around and coming up to you. The staff at the park were fantastic, so friendly! The kids loved the park, jumping pillow, splash away bay. Unfortunately we didn’t get to try the water slide and pools, but it didn’t matter as there were so much to do! We went to the markets at ettalong on Saturday, went ice skating at Erina, but to be honest you don’t even need to leave the park as there is so much to do there! Our family will definitely be back, but for longer this time! I tried to upload a photo of the safari tents and park but it kept saying invalid referer!

    Suitability of the
    cabin holiday as an
    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
    other families?


  • NRMA Ocean Beach Umina NSW

    We didnt get pick to review this however Me and my four children having been going to Umina Ocean Beach for a couple of years now and we love it. My childrens ages vary from 18-5 and there is something for all of us. They loved the new water park feature that was added in November, the pool is a great hit. But best of all is the program of activities that are there for the children and a great way for families to bond together.

    We will be going back year after year

    Suitability of the
    cabin holiday as an
    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
    other families?


  • NRMA Ocean Beach Umina NSW

    Me and my four children having been going to Umina Ocean Beach for a couple of years now and we love it. My childrens ages vary from 18-5 and there is something for all of us. They loved the new water park feature that was added in November, the pool is a great hit. But best of all is the program of activities that are there for the children and a great way for families to bond together.

    We will be going back year after year

    Suitability of the
    cabin holiday as an
    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
    other families?


  • We did not got picked to review the NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park but we visited earlier this year.
    We got there early in the morning to do some sight seeing after a very trouble free drive from Sydney and got a very nice welcome from the staff here with a welcome pack full of ideas on how to spend our weekend.
    After settling in in out Seabreeze townhouse, we loved it. It was clean and comfortable to stay for the whole family. I will definitely recommend everyone to give this place a try. My kids loved every minute of the trip

    Suitability of the
    cabin holiday as an
    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
    other families?


  • Ok...

    We stayed three days here and I would say this holiday park is for families. The beach, pool and cabin was good. Indeed it was quite place to stay, no shouting or drunken people. But you should be careful cleaners. I left my necklace in a cabin when I checked it out. I realized hlaf an hour later and rang the office but they told me the cabin was already cleaned and there was nothing left. It was only 30 minutes after checkout and my necklace has gone. Of course I acknowledge that it is all my fault but no one can access the cabin except cleaners. So here is advice. Don’t leave your valualbe things in the room whether you are near there or not.



  • Our fantastic weekend

    Finally after 2 days at a new job and after over 1 year of maternity leave, I am awake long enough to write this final review.
    I cannot thank Mouth Of Mums enough for picking us to review the NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park, we all had such a fantastic time!
    The staff were all very lovely, helpful and made us feel like royalty the whole weekend. The kids got to have fabulous times on the go karts, learning to surf and in the games room. And we all, as family, made great memories on our first getaway as a family of 5 at the beach, pools and making the most of everything the Park has to offer.
    The cabin was lovely, had all the amenities we needed and more including a spa bath which the boys made the most of! It was very nicely laid out and located straight across from the beach.
    We tried to book in for this Christmas as my mum is coming from overseas but unfortunately everything is already booked out…which goes to show yet again how amazing this place is.
    I could not recommend it enough and we will definitely going back at least for a weekend or during school holidays next year!
    More photos will be posted in the next couple of days.

    Suitability of the
    cabin holiday as an
    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
    other families?


  • Last day

    After a morning filled with go karts, jumping pillows and pools, we are heading home!
    Wish we could have stayed longer!
    Will post our final review once we’re home.



  • Such a busy day

    After lunch today, we headed to the pools…there are 2 pools: a toddler one with big mushroom fountains and the main pool with a slippery dip and cascade. We all had a great time and even Thomas tried the slippery dip with his big brothers!
    I then went with the 2 older boys to the local Surf Life Saving Club located just a couple of minutes down the road for their surf lesson. They had a blast in small and bigger waves and I have already been asked to add a surfboard to the Christmas list.
    After another run on the jumping pillows, we headed into town and got some very delicious and copious take away noodles as recommended by the staff here.
    It is now not even 10pm and everyone, except from me, is in bed and asleep looking forward to enjoying more of everything this holiday park has to offer before heading home after a late check out.
    I even managed to do a load of washing tonight which is now in the dryer ( all in our cabin and so convenient) which saves me having to do it when we get home tomorrow afternoon. This cabin really has everything we need in terms of amenities and we are located right across from the beach.



  • Beach and go kart

    We went to the beach this morning, it is such a beautiful day! The boys had a great time playing in the water and on the sand. They then headed off to get their go karts while bub has his morning nap, they were very impressed by how fast they could go and had a blast going around the park!
    They are now on the jumping pillows while we wait for bub to wake up so we can head off to the pools before lunch.
    We got some meat from Woolworth in town yesterday so looking forward to a BBQ in this perfect weather.



  • Brekkie

    After a yummy pancake brekkie from the barn, we are heading to the beach before the kids try out the go karts.



  • Diner

    After dragging the kids from the pool last night, we got 2 pizzas and chips from the Bluebottle cafe onsite.
    The food was delicious and was gone in no time!
    We are all very excited about everything we have planned for today! Will keep you updated throughout the day!



  • Our townhouse

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  • Fantastic start to the weekend

    We are the lucky family that got picked to review the NRMA Ocean Beach Holiday Park!
    We got here this afternoon after a very trouble free drive from Sydney and got a very nice welcome from the staff here with a welcome pack full of ideas on how to spend our weekend.
    After settling in in out Seabreeze townhouse, we got to tour the park with the lovely Emma and booked in for the 2 older boys to do surf lessons tomorrow afternoon. With already 2 sessions on the jumping pillows and the playground, we are heading off to the pools for a swim and to pick up some dinner at the cafe.


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I fondly remember slow, summer afternoons with family and friends gathered around a table of delicious finger-food during my childhood – the adults chatting and laughing, the kids pretending they understood the jokes. My parents had continued their Mediterranean traditions long after settling in Australia – and the simple joy of an effortlessly elegant gathering was one of my favourites.

What I don’t remember is my parents ever being stressed about the gatherings. It all just seemed to ‘come together’. Ah, how times have changed!

There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about quality produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful values that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • Some quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up. Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie Board 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

A summer of sophisticated entertaining doesn’t have to be hours and hours of work. We don’t want it to be! By grabbing some beautiful ingredients to fill your pantry next time you’re shopping, you’ll know that at a moment’s notice you’ll have everything you need for a Euro-inspired gathering. No fuss, but plenty of substance and style!

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Ready to host your own summer gathering? Choose Sandhurst’s quality produce and look for the red lid.

Mouths of Mums is proudly working with Sandhurst to bring you this article.

  • I’ve really needed some inspiration this year for Christmas and this is great! I Love a good charcuterie board and I think I may do one this year for the family as well as all the regular Christmas trimmings. I have 6 kids and all the extended family coming to entertain and feed!

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  • I’m loving all the ideas here in the comments and pictures above! I love to be able to just look at what others have done and straight up copy it. Takes all the thinking energy out of entertaining!
    Such a good and trusted brand to purchase over the silly season! You know you are faring great quality and value!

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  • We often have homemade pizza nights aka fakeaway night! And my pizza is always on a low carb Pizza base with roasted and sundried tomato and capsicum. My fav combo with grilled chicken and a swirl of peri peri mayonnaise! Making our own is always better than takeaway versions and healthier!

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  • Sandhurst products are my go to for great healthy and tasty snacks, especially after school.

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  • Great information! Loved it. You can see https://reminiiapp.com/

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  • Looked so good I couldn’t wait – Dove in off the end of my bread baton and swirled around in a couple of cheesy dips only to finish up at the Sandhurst stackers and sun-dried olives, who needs a Holiday when there is one in the kitchen, I can take any day.

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  • I have been buying Sandhurst Kalamata Olives, Sandhurst Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Sandhurst Baby Capers, Sandhurst Sicilian Green Olives for years as our kitchen staple adding that extra flavours to our dishes. I buy Sandhurst products for Gift Baskets as presents for family and friends and they love this idea as I add a chopping board and a knife and crackers and cheese for a celebration of flavours.

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  • Great ideas for entertaining guests and love that brand I buy it all the time

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  • i buy this for family they love the brand and the taste of sandhurst and the different flavors and range to choose from and i find it great value for money, i re-use the jars when im done with for small items in the house.

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  • I have been a purchaser of Sandhurst goods ever since they first appeared on supermarket shelves and still buy it to this day. The Sandhurst brand is the best without a doubt. This year I have not been able to find the Sandhurst cheese stuffed baby capsicums anywhere. I have tried to get on the Sandhurst site, but no luck with what they make. Help – these are such a wonderful addition to a salad.

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  • Fantastic Article

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  • I Love a good charcuterie board. I Love all the different options all on the one board. I love to do a chocolate board when we have guests over, it’s a fun way to do dessert after dinner. The kids love seeing everything layed out so they can pick and choose.

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  • This is great for the grandchildren they love them as they use them as finger food and make up their own meal and use plenty of ingredients including meat and cheese on the dips and crackers. We keep it simple with the Sandhurst’s products as it is a meal in every jar and the kids love them.

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  • This looks like the perfect relaxed way to have a picnic! I am loving the idea of this! Just bring along lots of fillings and plenty of cheeses and breads and of course a little alcohol and you’re all set. This sounds like the perfect way to catch up with friends!

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  • I hate being taken to a third party page to enter comps.

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  • Certainly most welcome for summer, and would be wonderful for the festive season. I can see this platter on the table Christmas Eve, when we get together with our neighbours.

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  • Love the look of the olive on creamy fetta

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  • This is timely and helpful, thanks – I aspire to entertain more and tips to make it less stressful are very welcome.

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  • Charcuterie boards are the absolute best! We do these so often in the warmer months because there’s something for the whole family. People pick and choose what they like and there’s no complaints because there’s so many different options to choose from, everyone is happy. It’s such a simple stressful way to make dinner.

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  • I absolutely adore finger food and this style of feeding people when we have family and friends at our home; or when we go out for a picnic, bbq or get together. These types of food are so easy to source and to buy and to prepare and to happily eat.


    • Yes I agree, finger foods are easy and yummie ! And you can assemble a healthy enough plate (certainly when you add salads, cheeses, nuts, fruits, boiled eggs, olives and rustic breads) that it can certainly can replace a meal (either lunch or dinner). Everyone happy and no hours of preparation in the kitchen :)



      • Also; the other bonus is less mess to clean up when cutlery is not needed. Finger food is the best for laid back and relaxed get togethers. There is always such a clam and relaxed feel to a finger food meal without the need for any fancy and stuffy table settings.

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