Fairy bower pool

By: Nelson Xie

Constructed by locals in 1929 when saltwater bathing was at its inception, this triangular shaped pool is stunning day and night. The 3 sculptures on the pools edge are known as “The Sea Nymphs’ or ‘The Oceanides’, and like their name suggests, they are a truly enchanting experience. It was built by local residents in 1929, Fairy Bower rockpool is one of a number of historic pools cut and blasted along the New South Wales coast as saltwater bathing became popular.

This is not a pool where you can expect to do your 20 laps, though. It’s a kind of triangular shape, barely 30m at its longest point, and that may be stretching it even if you swim diagonally across.
But it is a fantastic spot to cool off on a hot day. There are two fresh water showers by the pool and changing rooms for two men and two women (including one loo each) in the shed just by the pool

Addition information 

Address: 5B Marine Parade, Manly NSW 2095

Reviews

“Fairy Bower is the best, lovely beaches with plenty of sitting areas on the esplanade. Good eating, drinking and shopping facilities at all beaches"

"Family beach”

 

"Gorgeous  Great beach! Reminds me of South Beach Miami"