Bronte fixates on its crescent-shaped stretch of coast. Its beach and the green space that borders it, Bronte Park, serve as community gathering spaces for Bronte's young professionals and young families. Unless it's a holiday, the neighborhood's cliff-top homes and slow-paced main streets feel less busy, less crowded, and less glamorous than those of famous east suburb neighbors like Bondi Beach, and that's exactly how Bronte's residents like it.
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The community says:
A Classic Beach Town on Nelson Bay
Tracing the crescent of Nelson Bay in Sydney's eastern suburbs, Bronte's picture-perfect environs recently earned the neighborhood major accolades.
Bronte was voted Sydney's best suburb a few years ago, and the neighborhood upholds its winning reputation.
From beach shacks to sidewalk cafes, Bronte feels laid-back, local, and carefree.
Its residents are modest about their good fortune.
They appreciate the sea and the sky everyday.
They respect the ocean.
Bronte Beach is noted for its unpredictable rip currents.
The neighborhood started the world's first lifesaving club, Bronte Lifesaving Club.
On the beach or off the sand, the day in Bronte revolves around the sun.
For surfers, the day revolves around the tide.
If you can clamber, you can catch waves at the back.
Babes of all ages play in Bronte.
Hike above the ocean along the clifftop coastal trail.
The nearly four mile trail weaves through neighboring Bondi to Coogee and winds past Bronte's Waverley Cemetery.
Sweeping views of Bronte's saltwater pool and the ever-elusive horizon line await from atop the clifftop trail, too.
Wherever you are in this wholesome suburb, the beach is within reach.
Bronte's Growing Cafe Culture: Lines Out the Door
There are fewer cafes and restaurants in Bronte than there are in typical suburbs, but the neighborhood's laid-back culture is evident in each.
The ones that open their doors in the neighborhood have established cult followings and more cafes and restaurants are coming to life.
They combine fresh ingredients with fresh decor.
Some are so popular that you might want to consider waiting in line on Saturday night to reserve a spot for Sunday brunch.
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Smart Coastal Style
Nautical themes and dreamy seascapes float along Bronte's beach-facing streets.
Pillows, frames, and vases from its boutiques become inspiration pieces in Bronte's cliff-top homes.
The neighborhood emanates casual style without pretention.
Bronte Park: The Green Before The Blue
Bronte Park hugs the shoreline and offers grassy knolls as alternatives to sandy feet.
Its green expanses host picnics, barbecues, boot camps, and epic hang out sessions.
From sunbathers and brew masters to swaddlers and toddlers, the entirety of Bronte's community can be found at Bronte Park.
Here's lookin' at you, pup.
Photography
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Carly Earl
Carly Earl grew up in the bush before moving to Sydney to pursue photography. She is a photojournalist for News Ltd, shooting features and front covers for publications, but still finds time for a range of freelance projects. Carly has developed a natural style to her imagery that captures the essence of the subject in a unique way. She loved discovering a new side of Sydney while exploring her suburbs for Airbnb.