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Reviews of The Cove Jervis Bay This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Ellmoos Road, Jervis Bay Territory (via Booderee National Park), 2540 Jervis Bay Village, Australia

Review Score

Based on 60 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    6.8

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  • Reviewed: June 21, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely stay for the family but the drive in was full of potholes.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Boat Cabin
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Infested with mosquitoes. They come in from the drain holes.

    Lovely bay area and a nice cabin. Kangaroos roaming freely.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2024

    8.0
    good for couple stay for off season times
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There is no power sockets inside the tent. It can be very cold during night and very hot if you sleep late. Also kitchen light was not working causing inconvenience after dark.

    Great Glambing setting - outdoor lighting, kangaroos visitation, toilet facilities, basic amenities

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    9.0
    Nice stay, will go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Boat Cabin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Long gravel road of 13 kms to reach properly without any street lights

    Great location near beach

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    8.0
    No such thing as "free wifi"
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Boat Cabin
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All booking options state "free wifi", however, the wifi is not available anywhere else in the area besides the reception/entrance of the entire cove itself. Yes it was nice to "switch off" but also would have been nice to book a restaurant or plan an outing if wifi was available inside the cabin. Mobile data was also unavailable besides from the entrance of the cove itself. No booking sites stipulate that there is about 5-6km worth of unsealed road, single lane. More signage would have been useful to say yes you're going the right way to "the cove" when finding the place for the 1st time. Beds were horrendously over used, thin, lumpy. Pillows also super lumpy.

    Liked all the facilities. Liked how close we were to the ocean. (If the weather wasn't so windy) Its truly a beautiful spot/accommodations.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2023

    9.0
    It is a wonderful place and we will be back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Boat Cabin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    TV isn’t working.

    One minute walk to beach; pizza oven; kangaroos

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2023

    9.0
    Southern highlands road trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Beach Cabin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Missing milk for our coffee, however asked reception and they supplied a small amount which was appreciated as the drive to the shops is 40mins return.

    Location and facilities were great. The wildlife was friendly and a added bonus to our stay. The 2 bedroom cabin was clean, the beds were comfortable and accommodated our family of 4 really well. Would love to come back in the warmer weather as we stayed in the July winter school holidays.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2023

    8.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Boat Cabin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s character.

    Tranquility

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2023

    8.0
    beautiful nature stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    beautiful quiet location in the middle of nature. very nice fancy and like luxury for a “caravan / camping” vibe holiday.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2023

    7.0
    excellent location but needs to be cleaned more.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We stayed in the glamping tents but they were soooo extremely hot that you couldn’t spend any time relaxing there during the day. The glamping facilities were very dirty and don’t look anything like in the photos. We got a tiny tiny section of a fridge to store a whole lot of supplies because they warm you bring enough food for your stay (the shops are quite a drive). There was A LOT of kangaroo poo everywhere. I think they were running on skeleton staff since we stayed over the Xmas period. In their defence the staff who were onsite were very sweet and lovely.

    Amazing location! absolutely beautiful beach and bush location. Loved being surrounded by all the wildlife and the weather was incredible. The staff were very sweet and helpful!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2023

    9.0
    amazing location and set up -
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    it needs a pool instead of a pond

    the location

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beach Cabin
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wifi isn't great and lots of mosquitoes (to be fair, in a national park though)

    Amazing layout, kids loved exploring the play areas/settings - great for adults too. Wonderful place to relax. Hammocks, games to play, nearby beach, kayak or SUP, play chess or other games.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: January 10, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed was so uncomfortable in glamping tents. Mattress is very lumpy and hard on the palette

    Location, facilities

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2022

    8.0
    Wonderland for Families
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The extremely bumpy drive in! Brace yourself for a 25 minute drive over many pot holes, the drive into the The Cove itself made me nauseous! There is limited phone signal which I quite liked as it allowed us to switch off and be present, however, unlike The Woods Farm location there was no power points in the Glamping Tents themselves. The mould that was beginning to grow on the tents was evident.

    We have visited both Glamping sites (The Woods Farm) now at Jervis Bay and the location of The Cove makes it so special and unique! The kayaks, paddle boards and to have the beach so close by made it so enjoyable! I loved how close the facilities were to the glamping tents and we especially loved the outdoor bath! As it was school holidays there was many activities for the kids, yoga, movie nights with free ice cream and popcorn, a kids disco and many more. I believe this place is a wonderland for kids to roam wild and free and as a parent it feels safe for them to do so at The Cove. The wild kangaroos made the experience amazing too, they were curious, gentle and friendly. Highly recommend and we cannot wait to plan our next trip!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no wifi- potholes on way was quite difficult.

    exactly what we expected

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The 13 kms of dirt track to get there :)

    This property was amazing, set right on the point and the beach was just a minute away.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful settings

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    6.0
    Location is stunning. Facilities are very clean. More suited for families with children.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Slightly expensive for what you get.

    The location was amazing.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Surf Cabin
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The advertising said you could feed the kangaroos, but you can't.

    Absolutely stunning. Amazing location. Beautifully laid out. A special place.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2023

    1.0
    Very Poor
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Zipper on tent brocken freezing and no security as we had issues after 11

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    10
    Best stay in Jervis Bay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Boat Cabin
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of the best weekends away I’ve had in Australia - I’ve lived in Australia for 5 years and I can hands down say this location is spot on. From the wallabies bouncing about, to the communal areas, open fires, marshmallows on offer, and pizza ovens! I would highly recommend this for any couples, groups who want a relaxing weekend away and want to make the most of Jervis and the surrounding activities! 10/10

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2023

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 1 night

    The toilets where really dirty, and also blankets had some spots.

    I liked the hole place, tents were nice

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2023

    1.0
    Terrible experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Extremely poor customer service. We booked glamping tent. Photos are nothing like what you see on the website. Check in was at 4pm as per the website, we waited until 5.15 and the tents were still not ready. Mud all around the tents. The receptionist was very rude and dismissive of the fact that we waited in the cold for over an hour. At 5.15pm, receptionist offered a sachet coffee or tea as a compensation and refused a refund. Please read fine prints and look at the pictures carefully before you both this place.

    The idea of a weekend away at a national park, secluded

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    2.0
    Wouldn't go back. Certainly not glamping. Expect something very different to the photos...
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 5 nights

    So many families with heaps of kids. No personal space (alot of people - especially families with lots of kids running around at all hours) and very loud. Smell of sewerage. Kids were weeing on the bath during my stay. I didn't find the amenities clean at all. No hot water when I was staying - so I couldn't shower. No power to your room which I feel you should at least have if you call its glamping and for the high price. Non functioning power-points in the facilities provided for you. No staff to be found after 5pm if you have an issue or to greet you on check in. Nothing like the photos advertised - mould on the tent roof - no furry rug/blanket - one set of fairy lights worked in our tent. The road to get there is ridiculous - almost need a 4 wheel drive. We were meant to have a space in the fridge but the fridge was full to the brim with other glampers food. If you like wildlife such as mice running on the roof of your tent you will like it though.

    The location being right on the beach is nice (once there after the terrible drive down). Very hard to get to though (off road) and no restaurants or supermarkets close by which does make it tricky (good if you really want to escape from town). The fairy lights and lights at night were pretty. If you are a couple expecting a tranquil experience like the photos suggest you won't enjoy this experience.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Comfortable, great facilities and the location. Perfect place to kick back.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2022

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the place was run by inexperienced back packers the girl on reception seemed to do everything from check in to serve in the shop to showing guests accommodation the clamping shower’s weee not cleaned daily and some things were briken

    Great location I had an overseas visitor with me and he fished and saw a huge snake kangaroo outside your tent quite often very cute

    Stayed in December 2022

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