Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden

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Updated 21 Apr 2026

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Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden is a dog-friendly park in Lavender Bay with plenty of shade. Just 200m away, Bay Ten Espresso is a great nearby spot to grab a coffee with your pup.

Dog rules

Off-leash (default). Check signage on site.

At a glance

Shade availableFrom reviews
Lavender St, Lavender Bay NSW 2060

Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.
  • 🧱No confirmed fencing — keep your dog on lead if unsure.

What people say

Annie G.
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★★★★★5 months ago

This garden is very well maintained, with many seating areas. It is clearly well loved by both locals and tourists. Whenever you need a place to unwind and relax, visit this garden and enjoy a nice, cool breeze, beautiful tree shade, and a lovely view. To Ms. Whiteley, the gardeners, and all the volunteers, Thank you for keeping the garden as beautiful as it is for everyone.

Khanh T.
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★★★★★7 months ago

Nice little garden that you can visit, walk around enjoying nature and also has a good view toward the iconic building of Sydney. There are few areas that have chairs, tables, rocks to sit on and enjoy the view which is pretty nice to have. The garden is well maintained.

Nan J.
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★★★★7 months ago

Wendy’s Secret Garden is a very special and meaningful place. You can really feel the love and devotion behind it. The garden is full of life, with plants growing freely and creating a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere. It’s a beautiful spot to slow down and reflect. Just be prepared — the paths can be a little overgrown in some areas, but that’s also part of its natural charm. Definitely worth a visit if you appreciate quiet places with a story behind them.

Kasuni S.
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★★★★8 months ago

This is a quiet and calm environment who seeks to escape from busy city vibes. The garden is full of green and it is a beautiful place to be in the evenings. Can be accessed easily by public transport. And you can see a nice angle of the harbour bridge.

Two M.
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★★★★★8 months ago

This is the place I want to visit whether I’m feeling down or joyful — a sanctuary that purifies the soul. Like the name, it’s a secret garden by the bay, it opens up into wide, breathtaking views of Sydney’s skyline, harbor, sailboats, and landscape. It’s a spot that truly clears your mind: you can take a peaceful 20-minute stroll through the garden and along the water, or spend two hours simply sitting by the shore, soaking in the scenery. An absolutely perfect place to relax and unwind.

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