Title: Paperbarks by the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6139879&destination=Hawks+Nest%2C+New+South+Wales%2C+Australia&selected=106863683&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Paperbarks by the beach ## Photo gallery for Paperbarks by the beach ![Interior - Paperbarks by the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106863700/106863683/w1910h1080x0y0-bda7d77b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Paperbarks by the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106863700/106863683/59f1f8d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Paperbarks by the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106863700/106863683/7e2e6408.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, computer monitors - Paperbarks by the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106863700/106863683/c0dfe21d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Paperbarks by the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106870000/106863700/106863683/8c349c5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Rivermead is a tranquil coastal retreat where you can unwind with modern conveniences. Enjoy open-plan living, ducted air conditioning, and high-speed NBN internet or stroll to the beach and river nearby. Relax in the leafy al fresco deck with BBQ facilities and outdoor dining options. ## Reviews 4.0 ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Paperbarks by the beach Stylish, tranquil, coastal retreat offering the ideal family getaway. Perfectly positioned, just a stroll from the beach and the river. Within minutes of shops, medical centre, restaurants and cafes. Enjoy this home away from home, with all the modern conveniences. Ducted air conditioning and fans throughout. NBN high speed internet. Two separate work spaces (desk, chair), one with monitor, mouse and keyboard. Bed 1 - Master suite with king bed, WIR, en suite and balcony to catch the breeze. Bed 2 - Queen room with smart TV and built in robe. Bed 3 has 3 single beds with smart TV and built in robe. Property has 3 modern bathrooms including a bathtub plus an outdoor shower for washing off after a dip at the beach. Open plan living with 50 inch smart TV, DVD player, retro gaming consoles and a Bluetooth wireless speaker. Extendable dining table for bigger families. Full laundry with washer, dryer, laundry sink and iron with ironing board. Entertaining is easy in the gorgeous open plan kitchen and large breakfast bar adjacent to the spacious living area. The kitchen is well appointed with oven and gas stove, fridge, dishwasher, pod coffee machine, microwave, blender, and air fryer along with a generous range of utensils, cookware and crockery. The front door opens out to the large leafy al fresco deck with a BBQ and outdoor dining and lounging options on offer in the private enclosed deck and garden. The kids will love the boardgames, gaming consoles and cubby house. This property is in a quiet street between the river and beach, and in close vicinity to popular restaurants and cafes. Linen service provided including sheets and towels. Important Points \-We accept a maximum of 7 guests. \-Sheets, pillow slips, duvets, bath towels and body wash supplied, you need to bring your own beach towels and other toiletries etc. \-Strict no smoking, pets or party or function policy. \-Please clean the BBQ if you use it. A fee will apply for BBQ cleaning if it is not clean. \-One car spot on site. Garage is NOT available for guests. \-Driveway is shared with house at front. Additional cars need to be parked on the narrow street. \-Outdoor power point is available at end of driveway for EV charging. \-There is a security camera pointing at the driveway. It does not point at any areas inside the house or yard. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Property Registration Number PID-STRA-75491, 2324 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 28\_195 ## About the area Located in Hawks Nest, this holiday home is near the beach. Hawks Nest Golf Club and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jean Shaw Koala Reserve and Little Island. Pelican Park and Fly Point Marine Reserve are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Hawks Nest travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hawks-Nest.dx6139879) [View more Holiday homes in Hawks Nest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hawks-Nest-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6139879-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.66853%2C152.17630&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=83O0BMQ7K5E_jesKhXRFeqc6W08=) Hawks Nest, NSW ### What's nearby - Jean Shaw Koala Reserve 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Pelican Park 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Hawks Nest Golf Club 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Myall Park 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar 69 min drive - Magnolia. 65 min drive - Atmos 69 min drive - Hook N Cook 3 min drive - Hog's Breath Cafe 65 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Paperbarks by the beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Paperbarks by the beach? ### What time is check-in at Paperbarks by the beach? ### What time is check-out at Paperbarks by the beach? ### Where is Paperbarks by the beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Paperbarks by the beach Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 4.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Leanne C. 4 Jan 2026 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Property needed maintenance, cleaning and TLC. Internal of property was fine but outside needed pest control, cleaning of spider webs inside and out. Garden furniture covered in spider webs, decks covered in garden litter and windows/sliding doors needed cleaning. Location great and port so much potential if maintained. If port is looked after by agent I would be changing. If owner won’t spend money to maintain then remove from stayz as I have never stayed in anything as poorly maintained outside. ##### Leanne C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Amna R. 23 Jan 2026 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy We were utterly disappointment by the state of this property, conidering the price we paid.Firstly, the driveway is shared wih the house at the front, we had to get the neighbour to move his car to enter the driveway. Only one car can park in front of the house. The driveway was a mess - with massive piles of leaf litter everywhere. Entering the yard it was getting worse - the place do not look at all like the photos. It looks neglected. The house was full of massive spider webs with dead and alive spiders on the wall and ceiling, a dead cockroach was lying by the dinner table. It was clear that this place hasn't been properly cleaned for months. When we pulled the curtain in the main bedroom, the entire curtain rod came off the wall - it was clearly missing supports. The main bedroom's shower had no shower screen, with water pooling on the floor with every shower - this was a major slip hazard. The beds were stiff and highly uncomfortable to sleep on. There were thick piles of dust in the corners and under the bed - we were really disgusted by the filthiness of the place. It is a disgrace that an estate agent can charge over 3k for a place like this. ##### Amna R. 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