Wonboyn Cabins & Caravan Park – Guest Rules & Information
Welcome; our rules are simple, reasonable, and mostly a matter of common sense and everyday courtesy. Above all, please be considerate of your neighbours, our beautiful natural environment, and the facilities we all share. By following these guidelines, you’ll help ensure everyone enjoys a relaxing and memorable stay at Wonboyn. Thank you for helping us keep our little slice of paradise special. GENERAL RULES (ALL GUESTS) General Behaviour We do our best to ensure our park remains family-friendly and peaceful at all times. Drunken, disorderly, or offensive behaviour (including excessive foul language, fighting, or intimidation) will not be tolerated. If you are impacted by another guest’s behaviour that you find genuinely unacceptable, and they do not respond to a polite request to moderate it, please notify management so we can assist. Noise Curfew Peace and quiet is highly valued by the majority of our guests. A strict noise curfew applies between 10:30 pm and 8:00 am. At all other times, noise must be kept to a respectful level. This includes avoiding loud music and unnecessary disturbance. Please be mindful when arriving late, departing early, or moving around the park during quiet hours. Rubbish Disposal & Recycling We ask all guests to help protect our environment and surrounding nature reserve. Please do not litter in the park, waterways, beaches, or surrounding bushland. This includes bait packets, cans, fishing line, and cigarette butts. Wheelie bins are located throughout the park and near cabin parking areas: - Red & Green-lid bins: General waste (please bag all rubbish before disposal) - Yellow-lid bins: Recycling (glass and aluminium only) Please do not place loose rubbish or unbagged waste in bins. Children The safety and behaviour of children remains the responsibility of parents or guardians at all times. - Pool rules must be followed as displayed on signage. Children who do not comply after a warning may be asked to leave the pool area. - Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult in the pool area. - Children under 8 must be accompanied to toilets and showers by an adult or responsible older sibling. - Children must not enter garden beds or service areas. - Bicycles are not permitted on concrete paths or in central cabin areas. - Helmets must be worn when riding bikes, in accordance with NSW law. Pets We welcome responsible pet ownership. - Dogs must be kept on a lead or securely controlled at all times. - Pets must not be left unattended in the park. - Owners must ensure pets do not cause noise or disturbance to other guests. - Dogs are not permitted on beds in cabins. - Pets are not permitted in the Nature Reserve or on beaches (fines may apply). - Dogs are permitted on North Beach (accessible by boat only). - All pet waste must be collected and disposed of responsibly. - Cats are not permitted in the park. Fishing & Fish Cleaning To maintain cleanliness and minimise odours: - Fish must not be cleaned, gutted, or scaled anywhere within the park, including sinks. - A fish cleaning station is provided at the jetty at Myrtle Cove. - Please clean the station after use. - All fish waste and bait must be disposed of thoughtfully. - Cabin guests are asked to cook strong-smelling fish outside where possible. Speed Limit & Road Safety The park operates on a strict one-way system. Maximum speed is walking pace (8 km/h) at all times. Please drive slowly and carefully, especially during holiday periods when children are frequently playing near roads. Vehicle & Boat Washing All washing of vehicles, boats, or trailers must be done in the designated cabin parking wash area. Please check with reception for instructions on where to park and which hose to use. Oils, Fats & Kitchen Waste Our septic system is sensitive and must be protected. Please remove all food scraps, oils, and fats before washing dishes. Do not pour grease or solid food waste into sinks or drains. Check-In & Check-Out During peak periods: - Check-in: From 2:00 pm - Check-out: By 10:00 am Outside peak periods, flexible arrangements may be possible by prior agreement. Late check-out may incur a half-day surcharge if not pre-arranged. No refunds apply for late arrivals or early departures. CAMPING AREA RULES Campsite Boundaries Site boundaries are clearly marked. All items, including vehicles, must remain within your allocated site. Parking or expanding into adjacent sites is not permitted. Ground Protection Only shade cloth is permitted on grassed areas. Where possible, please position tents and vans to minimise damage to grass. Shade cloth is available from the office if required. Clotheslines & Fixtures Ropes must not be tied to trees, buildings, or park fixtures. Please use provided clotheslines or portable drying racks only. Site Numbers & Occupancy All guests and children must be declared at the time of booking. Site occupancy limits must be strictly observed. Visitor rules apply (see below). Amenities & Laundry Amenities are cleaned daily. Please help keep them clean between service times. - Children under 8 must be accompanied. - Only toilet paper and human waste may be flushed (our system is septic). - Sanitary products must not be flushed. Please dispose of them in provided bins. Grey Water & Waste Water Please remove food scraps from grey water before disposal. Van sinks should be drained into buckets and dispersed on grass or soil areas. Fires & Fire Drums Fires are permitted only with management approval, and may be subject to fire restrictions. - Fires must be contained in provided fire drums. - Never leave fires unattended. - Fires must be fully extinguished before leaving. - Only small, pre-cut firewood is permitted. - No chopping or sawing of wood is allowed within the park. - Fire drums must not be used for rubbish disposal. - Excess firewood may be stacked neatly for reuse. Fire bans will be clearly displayed at reception and amenity areas. PARK OPERATIONS & RESOURCES Wonboyn Cabins & Caravan Park operates in a sensitive natural environment with limited infrastructure, including rainwater tanks, treated bore water, septic systems, and shared facilities. To ensure sustainability for all guests, we ask for careful use of all resources, especially during peak periods. Visitors To protect guest comfort and facility use: - All visitors must report to reception before entering the park. - Visitors are not permitted to drive into camping areas. - No casual day or overnight visitors during peak periods without prior approval. - Visitor access may be limited at management discretion. Vehicles & Parking - Please advise management of additional vehicles or boats at booking. - Additional parking may incur a fee if designated overflow areas are required. - Parking on vacant sites is not permitted without approval. Water Use All water is either filtered rainwater or treated bore water. Water supply is limited and must be used responsibly. - Drinking water is available from taps marked tank water (cold cabin kitchen taps and designated taps). - Bore water is for general use only and is not suitable for drinking. - Please conserve water wherever possible, including in the pool and amenities. Every drop counts—thank you for helping us protect this precious resource.