Bronte Baths are located at the southern end of Bronte Beach on Nelson Bay, in the eastern suburb of Bronte. They are also known as the Bronte Beach Baths or the Bond Ocean Pool after lifesaving pioneer and swimming teacher, Major John Bond.
Oh, wow, what a delightful scene. Is the pool water warmer, perhaps? We sure could use some warm, sunny, beach-type weather up here in Seattle. Days are only about 8 hours long right now.
Andrea, the suburb took its name from Bronte House, a property in the area built by Robert Lowe, who became Viscount Sherbrooke. It had been named for Lord Horatio Nelson, who was the Duke of Bronte, a place in Sicily, Italy. The bay here is called Nelson Bay.
Wow - it looks really nice and warm out there!
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Spectacular! Your photo has a very inviting feel. All the steps and tiers make this a most unique swimming hole! Enjoy these last few days of 2010!
ReplyDeleteThese last two posts make me want to move to Sydney.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely spot for a pool! Love this shot.
ReplyDeleteAh - summer! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteThis is a spectacular ocean pool. Great shot.
ReplyDeleteOh, wow, what a delightful scene. Is the pool water warmer, perhaps? We sure could use some warm, sunny, beach-type weather up here in Seattle. Days are only about 8 hours long right now.
ReplyDeleteAmazing sight !
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Sara, yes the water in the pool is usually warmer than the ocean.
ReplyDeleteMy word that is a beautiful place! What I wouldn't give to be there right now instead of freezing cold New Hampshire!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, that's so beautiful!
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Is Bronte in any way related to Emily Bronte? It looks wonderful!!! I've wanted to spend time in Australia since I was a child...I will someday!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. Looks nice and refreshing.
ReplyDeleteAndrea, the suburb took its name from Bronte House, a property in the area built by Robert Lowe, who became Viscount Sherbrooke. It had been named for Lord Horatio Nelson, who was the Duke of Bronte, a place in Sicily, Italy. The bay here is called Nelson Bay.
ReplyDeleteWow...looks really warm and inviting!
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What a great venue for bathing! Heck, I could sit there and just admire the scenery for hours!
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this is a fabulous pool! perfect for people who are afraid of swimming in the ocean.:p
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to see this when we are n the full of winter. Allow us just a bit of envy...
ReplyDeleteWow, it's lovely. The water looks so inviting.
ReplyDeletewow! i want to take a deep there :)
ReplyDeleteGreat, i like it. Nice article.
ReplyDeleteI definitely want to visit Bronte Beach and Baths when I go to Sydney! Super. And thanks for coming by my blogs.
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It would nice to be there now!!! Luzia is wishing you peace, prosperity and health for 2011.
ReplyDeleteIn this weather a nice place to be.
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