Avalon is an idyllic beachside village on Sydney's northern beaches. Surrounded by water, the Pittwater peninsula is where the rich and famous of Australia (and from all over the world) keep there holiday homes and yachts and come to relax and enjoy the many water activities and natural beauty. The village is a buzzz from early morning when surfers try to catch the first wave and yoga and fitness fanatics greet the day. At night you can enjoy any of the restaurants, ice cream bars or pubs. Our house is in Avalon's premier street, the leafy Ruskin Rowe with its expansive properties and majestic homes. What we love about our house is that it makes us relax. Its a solidly built brick house with central air conditioning, and kids friendly. The beach is a level 10 minutes walk away. We make this journey several times a day. You might hear the locals talk about the "bends". When one drives through the bends to arrive in Avalon a sense a piece fills the air. This is even more true for our street, and our house.