WHAT TO PACK!!  
                
            When coming to
             

Quirky  Cottages


                  
on beautiful
           Coochiemudlo Island
 
please   pack these types of clothes and accessories ...  
                                  
     matching hat and gloves                   diamante boots

                                    
 evening purse   ball gowns      high heels             ties   &   bow ties 
                 
  business shirts      cufflinks           tuxedo        with top hat
                                 
   fox fur   (run & hide)      very expensive jewellery    and a lot of make up!!
   
                                             

              And, as Gladys always says to Kevin,

        "Don't forget your  hanky Daarl..."  

                        Only joshing!

Coochie is extremely casual,though the boots would definitely catch a fewsmiles !!! 

    




Clothes for the kids, should be "play" clothes, as they all get filthy having FUN!!!!

 


 

 Now for the  serious "stuff" ....

Firstly,
it's important to buy all your groceries from a  supermarket or
your favourite grocery store before you
come, as there is NO SUPERMARKET, deli or bakery on the island, though we do have a little corner store called
The Coochie "KIOSK" .


 
For Fruit and Veg...


Before you come, why not phone  Ross from "Fruit Loops" on Coochie, he will fill your order and deliver it to your
 Quirky Cottage the day you arrive. One less thing to pack!! You will find the info about him on the main menu page!
Drinks
Please remember, there is NO
                bottle   shop
                                on Coochie
 You must bring
  all your supplies with you .



What food to pack...

You will need to pack ample food even though there are 3 venues where you can purchase take aways or dine in .
 
 
         Please note, all eating venues,
 are not open 7  daze  a  week!

 You can look up the main menu for info on dining out on Cochie!

Anyway back to business!!

Here are some menu ideas and "food" to consider bringing....



Why not spoil yourself with some really simple ,

yet delicious  treats while you are on holiday....

Try something totally new!! Give you and your taste  buds a memorable experience....like....

munching on pan  fried brains   
encrusted with  macadamia nuts!!
           You will LOVE them!!!

Or  stick with a few easy favourites,

like boiled babypotatoes with fresh salmon fillets to grillon the barbie!! 


You could pack some... 

thick  slices of honey baked  ham,  succulent spinach or silverbeet

and big  juicy mushrooms to enjoy with your freshly poached or fried eggs!!
 

You could also buy some "easy" pancake mix or fresh waffles to toast for brekky or dessert!

Consider bringing these ingredients for a mouth watering topping!!

 Strawberries  blueberries and bananas marinated in maple syrup, orange juice with hot butter and a  splash of

cointreau with fresh 
mascarpone.
Bring along some ooey gooey stinky   cheeses, quince paste, fresh figs, fruit, bikkies and dips as well as some good ol' "cheezles"  and  "chips" 
                for nibbles.
 
Please remember basic condiments and spreads like... salt and peppersauces
 jams and Mum...,
       don't forget the vegemite!!

 

If you don't feel like cooking and would like a break, why not just bring easy pre-made fresh or frozen meals, like lasagne or an assortment  of pre- packed TV dinners and enjoy them with a quick and easy fresh garden salad!.  79cent noodles won't hurt the kids once in a while either! You can add a little tin of tuna or an egg on top for added protein!
Make it easy for yourself MUM!! 

You could even inspire the kids to create a meal for everyone, look up quirky recipes for kids on the main menu!
 
What to pack
           for the Beach..
  Yourfavouritepair  
of         sun glasses  


Beach bags    beach towels

Swim wear...

            



     protection from the Sun

 Sun block  portable shade

 

Your choice of head protection  
   
 
What to pack
             in the winter time...


Even though Coochiemudlo is a sub-tropical island, during winter we have been known to experience very cool evenings and mornings here.


There are reverse cycle air conditioners in all the cottages, as well as heaters though

it is actually a good idea to pack a warm jumper or windcheater, bed socks   winter pjs,  even throw in a             

                      beanie or two

dressing gown or warm track suit, singlet and slippers. That way you will definitely stay comfy, cosy and....

  " as snug as a bug in a rug".
     You may look a complete dag, but who cares!! 
            Have fun and be comfortable!!
 

What to pack...
         in case it rains

 

        
  umbrella                rain coat                 plastic shoes

           
  Kama Sutra           twister                   sun lamp
      video
 
What to pack.....
      for on the  Island
 Bring casual comfortable  walking shoes.
        Shoes for tennis
            or golf.
 If you own surf shoes, it's a good idea to bring them along for walking on the beach or even swimming .

 
Petrol
Make sure you fill up with "gas" on the mainland. There is NO service station on the island so please bring with you a can of petrol, if you are staying a few weeks!  


Personal entertainment...
 


Bring along your favourite music, cds,
 and
dvds, old cassettes,
                              

  A camera to capture those "precious" moments

 


For your personal use remeber to pack ....

        (extra) 


 

   shampoo etc
 


Current novel you may be reading and glasses if you need them


 

 

What to pack...
     if staying a  week or longer
 
 Laundry Needs....
 
Extra "front load" washing powder for the washing machine if you will be staying a while
 
Extra dishwasher powder for cottages with dishwasher 

What to pack....  just for fun!!!!
Bring at least different colours of cheap nail polish, mostly for the MEN, to put on when they are asleep. Little boys  like it too!!!
Colour each fingerand toenail with a different colour polish. For the best effect, use strong primary colours! Hot pink or red, really stands  out!! You are guaranteed to create giggles especially with the kids!!

If you would like to feel a true sense of a celebration, bring over a packet of ballns, tie them everywhere around the house, inside and out. Enjoy everyday as a party, a celebration of life!
Create "FUN" for your soul.


What to pack...
       when bringing your own linen

Tea towels, hand towels for kitchen and bathroom, table cloths or mats if desired, bath towels and face washers, at least 2 bath mats,  single or king size sheets and pillow slips


EXTRAS to pack

Any medication or first aid you may require
Personal insect repellent
mozzie coils

RAID refills for Raid Lantern (for mozzies) which is supplied for you and tea light candles so you can get extra mileage from the refil discs.


       BIG TIP!!!!
              

         Don't bring too many clothes,
             you won't need them!!


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            Thank you and Cheers,
                               Hayley 

                    

     


 



                     
 
  
 
 



















 
  
 
 
 
             
 
 




         














             













              
             



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