Harbord Hotel in Freshwater on Sydney’s Northern Beaches has unveiled Bombies – a 70s-inspired rooftop bar and music venue.

The sun-drenched oceanfront bar aims to evoke the laid-back energy of a beach house party, set against the stunning backdrop of Freshwater Beach.

Once the hotel’s caretaker’s residence, the space has been transforms into an elevated and vibrant gathering place and stage for showcasing live music by homegrown and international talent.

“Bombies is more than just a bar – it’s a feeling,” said Epochal Hotels CEO Glenn Piper.

“It’s like stepping into a friend’s beach house where the night unfolds effortlessly – live music, cold drinks and an electric energy that just clicks. Whether it’s post-surf beers, sunset sessions, or a late-night dance floor moment, Bombies is
where the best nights just happen.”

The venue’s signature dishes include Mortadella Skewers with smoked mortadella, buffalo curd, green olives, mint, and pickled peppers; Spiced Prawn Tacos; a Crab Sambo with pickled eschalots, avocado, and chives on thick-cut white bread; Chicken Espetada with achiote marinade, gem leaves, peppers, red onion, salsa roja, and housemade flatbread; and the Bombies Sambo – a next-level club sandwich featuring chicken schnitzel, pancetta, avocado, egg, mayonnaise, gem leaves and potato crisps.

The tropical-inspired drinks menu includes the Grey Goose Pico De Mango, the Bombora—a mix of Patrón Silver, triple sec, pineapple acid, and orange, and the zesty Piper Perch, crafted with Brookie’s Slow Gin, hibiscus, Peychaud’s bitters and lime.

To create Bombies, Epochal Hotels partnered with architects Alexander & Co, crafting a space that blends 70s beach culture with a raw, creative edge. The design heroes artists, musicians, and tastemakers, with murals by Ash Holmes, Paul McNeil, and Tiarna Herczeg bringing the walls to life.

Warm wood tones, deep browns, and terracotta are layered with eclectic fabrics, mid-century modern furniture, and
bold geometric textures. Glass blockwork, mural-covered brick and polished concrete floors aim to capture the
energy of a buzzing beach house party.

To celebrate opening its doors, Bombies is throwing a four-day twilight ‘After Dark Club’ over the King’s Birthday
Long Weekend (June 5–8), with a mix of glowing cocktails, moody music from the likes of Keli Holiday
and DJ Tommy Trash and fortune telling.