Middle Head Officers Quarters

Aerial view of Middle Head Officers Quarters with Sydney Harbour in the background. Photo: John
A group of friends having breakfast on the verandah at Middle Head Officers Quarters, Sydney Harbour
A bride having her make-up done in the master bedroom of Middle Head Officers Quarters, Sydney
The kitchen in Middle Head Officers Quarters, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo: John Spencer/DPIE
The lounge and dining room in Middle Head Officers Quarters, Sydney Harbour National Park. Photo:
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Sydney Harbour National Park

9 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 5:05 am

  • Other planned eventsUntil 1 Feb 2027

    1080 pest management operation

    NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a baiting program using manufactured baits, fresh baits and Canid Pest Ejectors (CPEs) containing 1080 poison (sodium fluroacetate) for the control of foxes. The program is continuous and ongoing between 1 August 2026 and 31 January 2027 in the following areas of Sydney Harbour National Park:

    • Chowder Bay
    • Dobroyd Head
    • Bradleys Head
    • Georges Head
    • Middle Head
    • North Head (North Head includes the adjoining land of Sydney Harbour Federation Trust, Australian Institute of Police Management and Quarantine Station).

    Don’t touch baits or ejector devices. All baiting locations are identifiable by signs.

    Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.

    Fox baiting in these reserves is aimed at reducing their impact on threatened species.

    Penalties apply for non-compliance.

    For more information, contact the local park office on:

    • Middle Head: 02 9960 6266 (business hours)
    • NPWS after-hours call centre: 1300 056 294 (after hours)
    • North Head Sanctuary, Many (Harbour Trust Lands): 02 8969 2100 (business hours).

About

Listed on the State Heritage Register, these semi-detached cottages are located in the former Officers Quarters within the historic Middle Head fort precinct. Sweeping vistas of Sydney Harbour are just a short walk away. Wedding guests will be close to the action popular venues at Bradleys Head, Athol Hall, Chowder Bay and Balmoral Beach are all within 5km.

You'll feel like you've stepped back in time, surrounded by 19th century gun pits and vast stretches of coastal heath and woodland. Enjoy the quiet solitude and soak up the afternoon sun on the west-facing verandah. Wander down the road for a caf breakfast before exploring the magnificent harbour walks.

There's plenty to keep you busy during your stay. Explore the boutiques and bistros of Mosman, spend the day at Taronga Zoo, or take a short drive to Balmoral Beach and Chowder Bay.

To get your steps up, take a stroll along Middle Head Gubbuh Gubbuh to Georges Head walking track which starts on your doorstep and offers a magnificent 6km return walk. Sydney's mild winters are ideal for bushwalking and whale watching, while the headland blooms with flannel flowers, native fuschias and wattle in spring.

3 Governors Road, Mosman, NSW, 2088 · Sydney Harbour National Park

Going to a wedding or looking for a secluded getaway in Sydney Harbour National Park? Middle Head Officers Quarters is close to the action but in its own world – only minutes from Mosman village and Taronga Zoo.

Bedrooms
2
Sleeps
4
Accessibility
Medium

Accommodation

  • Cottage

Facilities

  • Toilets
  • Showers
  • Drinking water
  • Kitchen
  • Plates and cutlery
  • Pots and pans
  • Bed linen
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Electric power
  • Carpark

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Aerial view of Middle Head Officers Quarters with Sydney Harbour in the background. Photo: John

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Going to a wedding or looking for a secluded getaway in Sydney Harbour National Park? Middle Head Officers Quarters is close to the action but in its own world only minutes from Mosman village and Taronga Zoo.

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Get in touch

Middle Head office

02 9960 6266npws.sydneynorth@environment.nsw.gov.au

2 Governors Road, Mosman NSW 2088

Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm

Where you'll be

3 Governors Road

Mosman NSW 2088