Say yes on the Central Coast

Scenic Engagement Photo by Carmen Glenn

A Central Coast scenic engagement, photo by Carmen Glenn

Scenic Engagement Photo by Carmen Glenn

A Central Coast scenic engagement, photo by Carmen Glenn

Is it time to ask four little words?
Pop the question on the Central Coast.

Romance is real all year round on the Central Coast. From pretty private picnics and fancy fine dining to stunning sunsets and secluded sandy beaches, there is an abundance of unbelievable locations to ask the love of your life that special question.

We have scouted some pretty special spots to stimulate your sentimental side and get you feeling all lovey-dovey. If the way to the heart of your love is via their stomach, we have found some great gustation go-to's that will almost guarantee a '"yes". If you are a touch nervous and need a little bit of something stronger to give you the courage to pop the question, we have you sorted with some romantic local watering holes. Alternatively, you can lean into some tried and true aphrodisiacs, or rely on the help of some cute and cuddly locals to set the mood.

Experience Romance
Pre-planned and plenty special

Want to plan something extra special, without having to actually plan anything? Elixir Journeys can help you make this special moment extra special. You can book any one of their tailor-made private experiences to spark romance, from romantic picnics, treasure hunts or private sailing experiences.

Fires Creek Winery offers a range of bookable experiences that will add some enchantment to your engament plans, the private Chocolate and Wine Pairing experience says really says romance. 

Private Picnic
Photo supplied by Elixir Journeys
Sail a private cove
Photo supplied by Elixir Journeys
Chocolate and wine tasting board
Fires Creek Winery, Photo supplied
All about the aphrodisiacs
Oysters & Chocolate

Oysters, the classic aphrodisiac, are one of the Central Coast's oldest and most prominent produce offering, you really have your pick of experience when it comes to this beloved delicacy. You can make a meal of it and also take in the view at the Hawkesbury River Oyster Shed, this special little spot is located at the southernmost tip of the region.

Still feeling the love for the oyster option, Sydney Oyster Farm Tours will make your proposal perfect. This hands-on bespoke experience is makes an average day special, throw in an engagement and it is truly something you will never forget!

If you are after an aphrodisiac on the sugary end of the spectrum the Central Coast has options! You can place your diamond trinket in a handmade truffle at Luka Chocolates to make the moment even sweeter. Or you and your love could 

Get hands on at Gosford Chocolate Factory and make your own treat before treating your love to a proposal, after being immersed in this amount of sugar you will both already be floating on air.

Sydney Otsyer Farm
Photo supplied by Sydney Oyster Farm Tours
Luka Chocolates
Luka Chocolates, Wyong. Photo by TBC
Variety of oysters
Hawkesbury River Oyster Shed, Photo by Yasmin Mund
Try saying no to these faces
Animal encounters

If your person is an animal person, why not use some of the cutest critters on the Central Coast to do the hard work for you, both the Australian Reptile Park and Walkabout Wildlife Park offer animal encounters that might add some impact to your proposal. 

Sunrise is a special time and breakfast at Iris Lodge Alpaccas is a special experience, you might get extra lucky and cop a kiss off one of the alpaccas as well as your betrothed.

Iris Lodge Alpacas
Iris Lodge Alpacas, Photo supplied
Koala at te Reptile Park
Koala at The Australian Reptile Park, Photo supplied
A touch of dutch courage
Cocktails and cans

Shake up our life and steal your loves heart forever over cocktails at one of the many, many other cocktail bars on the Central Coast. 

Or if a casual brew or two is more in line with your love language, the Central Coast has a bevy of breweries available to set the mood before you pop your big question.

Block n Tackle tasting paddle
Block n Tackle, Photo supplied
Love at first stay
Romantic getaways to say yes

Enjoy a night or two at one of the many Central Coast's accommodation options from beachside luxury to cozy houses and open space in the hinterland, you'll find plenty to choose from.

Escape to the bush for a weekend stay at the secluded and romantic Deck and Spa Tiny House where luxury meets tiny living, or head into the hinterland to Yarramalong Valley Farmstay to stay in a cozy and inviting country retreat with many beautiful locations on site to pose that all important question.

If your special person loves the ocean, then you can't go past Kim's Beachside Retreat a luxury escape encapsulated by a bamboo rainforest with beachside villas that have uninterrupted ocean views and moments away from the cafe scene in Long Jetty.

Wooden Farmhouse with large cacti
Yarramalong Valley Farmstay, James Horan
Tiny house on green grass with sprawling wooden deck
Photo supplied, Deck and Spa Tiny House

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