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Sun loungers
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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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swansea, NSW
  • Lake Macquarie
    10 min walk
  • Blacksmiths Beach
    3 min drive
  • Belmont Golf Course
    6 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)
    4 min drive

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About the area

Newcastle

Swansea stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Swansea vacation home, you'll find Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Blacksmiths Beach and Moon Island Nature Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 10 min walk
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 3 min drive
  • Belmont Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • John Hunter Hospital - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 22 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Mamma's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Orana Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mai Thai Restaurant NSW - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Complimentary welcome basket of goodies

This cosy 1914's cottage has been updated with all the modern facilities. Foxtel available. The kids can swim all day at the heated pools within 50m of the cottage, kick the ball directly across the road at the park or enjoy a 2 min stroll to local cafes, shops or the lake. Views of the beautiful lake from your balcony & master bedroom ease away your stress. New ceiling fans in each room for your comfort.

Newly renovated Modern Bathroom and Kitchen!

Activities

Many fun & relaxing activities are within a short distance of Lakeside Cottage.

Patrolled Beaches - Blacksmiths (2km) & Caves Beach (3km)

Fishing - The lake is within 200m of your front door where you can throw in a line. There are many great fishing spots around the lakes edge or you can hire a boat & head for deep water. Alternatively, access for a boat to be parked at the rear of property (confirm with owner - 2.2m wide vehicle access). (temporary fishing licences are available from the Dive shop 200m. Pensioners and children under 16 do not require a fishing licence). For the ultimate fishing experience contact B&L fishing charters Swansea (near RSL)

Cycle/Walking paths & tracks - There are walking paths in the area that start 150m from your front door. You can head for the beach or stroll along the edge of the lake. If you are after adventure there is an abundance of native bush in the area to be explored or snorkel at the beautiful lake.

Boat hire - Boats can be hired from Pelican marina (3.5km) or Squid's at Belmont South (6km). For the kids there are canoes and paddle bikes for hire at Warners Bay (15km) or bring your own boat as their are many jettys closely located to Lakeside Cottage

Scuba Diving - The Dive shop is located 200m from the Lakeside Cottage. Contact them for Scuba Diving information

Golf - The Lakeside Cottage is located approx. (5km) from Belmont Golf Course

Swansea outdoor heated pools are within 50m easy walk from your front door. Great fun for the kids!



Enjoy the markets every 4th Saturday of the month (20 metres)



For information on additional activities contact Lake Macquarie visitor information centre. (1km)



Clubs - Swansea RSL(250m), Caves Beachside (2.5km), Belmont Yachting club(4km), 16' Sailing club(7km), Belmont Golf club(4km), Pelican RSL(2km), Swansea Bowling Club(100m).

Supermarkets - Woolworths (250m) & Coles supermarket is located in Swansea's CBD (4 minutes easy walk from the Lakeside Cottage)

Restaurants - Various restaurants and coffee shops in Swansea's CBD (easy walk from the Lakeside Cottage)

Pools - Swansea pools has 3 outdoor pools, heated all year round (50m from your front door)

The Caves Beachside - is a very popular restaurant at nearby Caves Beach(2.5km). Join the locals and have a ball.

Clubs - Swansea RSL, Swansea Workers Club (150m) & Swansea Club are all a short walk from Lakeside Cottage

Take away - Domino's Pizza (200m), McDonald's (1km). Many other take away options at Belmont (6.5km)

Beautiful Belmont Golf Course 5km

Property manager

Bernadette

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-23377, 2281

Property is also known as

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Complimentary welcome basket of goodies Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise Engagement for Sons Friend
Loved the house and how easy it was to check in etc great location and fantastic host so hospitable would come back here that’s for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., The Oaks NSW

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent little holiday house
This home has everything you need for a getaway. Clean, well equipped, convenient location. The owner is extremely generous with check in and out times. Looking forward to next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vashti B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Great location, cute clean little cottage. Really enjoyed our stay. We needed somewhere local as my teenage daughters and duo partners were competing at a local dance comp. Host was lovely great communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very happy
Great communication. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Swansea
Had a great weekend fishing , visiting family and the boys even went for a swim. Great place for a holiday. Thanks Bernadette
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House near shops
The property has been renovated however it still an older style house. Has an antenna on the house but the local TV stations can't be used, only foxtel. The TV remote didnt work either. Little things but they make a difference. The only thing my wife missed was a dryer. It was hard to use the clothes line as it was covered with spider webs and over grown trees.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, well-equipped home close to the shops
Great house and location, very convenient to the shops, cafes, etc. The kitchen was well-equipped and the BBQ was great. We were there on a hot weekend, the house had ceiling fans but was still quite warm. Communication with Bernadette was great and the little touches of the welcome hamper and ice blocks was very much appreciated. Overall it was a great place to spend a weekend away with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebika P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and clean
Great place, well equipped kitchen with everything you could possibly need. Loved the shower head in the bathroom. Thank you so much Bernadette for being so attentive and accomodating me and my family .. you’ve been so kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Angie S., Lake Macquarie

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious
Spacious, well stocked kitchen & property is in central location. Really difficult to cool down if at the house & outdoor temp is 30 degrees or over, as house heats right up & there is no A/C or ceiling fans etc. First impressions are good. Has a large backyard, nice little back deck & front veranda.

10/10 Excellent

Priscila M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay for the family
This place exceeded all expectations! Clean, comfortable and within walking distance to shops, cafes, lake and the awesome Swansea pools. The welcome basket was a nice little touch after a long drive. Kitchen well stocked and super clean. The bathroom is beautifully renovated. Large backyard for kids to run around with a cute cosy deck. Bernadette the host was wonderful, efficient and attentive.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D., Russell Lea

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and easy
Easy communication via texts from property manager, home was clean, uncluttered, easy for kids, had foxtel, no WiFi. Got lovely gift hamper, very accommodating. Home better than pictures (more spacious!)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Seamless experience. The house is cosy and has everything you need. Close to shops and Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy little cottage
Bernadette, our host was just wonderful. Very accomodating and honest. We liked our stay , especially our 2 little children calling this place “our home”. Kitchen was very well equipped, and overall the place was very nice and cosy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019