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|   WHAT TO PACK!!   When coming to Quirky Cottages  on beautiful Coochiemudlo
 Islandplease
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 Only joshing! Coochie is extremely casual,though the
Clothes for the kids, should be "play" clothes, as they all get filthy Now for the
 serious "stuff" .... Firstly,it's important to
 buy all your groceries  from a  supermarket  oryour favourite grocery store
 before  youcome, as there is NO SUPERMARKET, deli or bakery on the island, though we do have a little
 corner store calledThe 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 yourQuirky Cottage the day you  arrive. One less thing to pack!! Phone 041038164Drinks
 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, as there are only 2 venues where you can dine in  Please
 note, the eating venues, are not open 7  daze  a  week! They are usually open Wednesdays and weekends. Anyway  back to business!!Here are some menu ideas and "food" to consider bringing....
Why not spoil yourself with some really simple yet delicious Try something totally new!! Give you and your taste munching on pan
 fried brains  encrusted with  macadamia nuts!!You will  LOVE  them!!!
like boiled
thick and big
 juicy mushrooms  to enjoy with your freshly poached or fried  eggs!!You Consider bringing these ingredients for a mouth  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 the kids to
 nibble.Please remember basic condiments and spreads like... salt
 and pepper sauces 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 from this website! What to pack
 for the Beach..
 Your
 favourite pair  of
  sun glasses 
Beach bags Swim wear...
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 it is actually a good idea to pack a warm jumper or windcheater, bed beanie or two dressing gown or warm track suit, singlet 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 remember to pack
Current novel you may be reading and glasses if you need them
if staying a
 week or longer Laundry Needs....
 Extra "front load" washing powder for the washing  machine if you will be staying a whileExtra 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 them when they are asleep. Little boys  like it too!!!Colour each finger
 and 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
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
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!!  Hey!  If you would like to buy your best friend some island gear for your holiday Click Here to see what pet clothes are for sale
For more information,
   ,exciting and entertainingthings to see and do, please click on the icons, up the left hand side of this page.
If you would like to contact me by email  or phone  please click here for details.Thank you and  Cheers, Hayley
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smiles
treats while you are on holiday....
buds a memorable experience....
stick with a few easy favourites,
baby
potatos with fresh
salmon fillets, to grill
barbie!! 
some... 
slices of 
ham, 
succulent spinach or silverbeet 
to toast for brekky or dessert! 
protection from
portable shade 
reverse cycle air conditioners in all the cottages, as well
as heaters
though
slippers. That way you will definitely stay comfy, cosy and....
shampoo etc
