Title: Large family friendly beach retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6350173&destination=Lake+Cathie%2C+New+South+Wales%2C+Australia&selected=112313107&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Large family friendly beach retreat ## Photo gallery for Large family friendly beach retreat ![Outdoor dining - Large family friendly beach retreat (Lake Cathie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112320000/112313200/112313107/w1084h714x22y1-0006cd11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Large family friendly beach retreat (Lake Cathie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112320000/112313200/112313107/6d74f3ce_edited_560d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Large family friendly beach retreat (Lake Cathie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112320000/112313200/112313107/w954h714x80y1-8fe5c5bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Large family friendly beach retreat (Lake Cathie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112320000/112313200/112313107/w954h705x76y0-577c3f52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Large family friendly beach retreat (Lake Cathie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112320000/112313200/112313107/95aca1d3_edited_774a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Large family friendly beach retreat provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Fireplace ## 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. ### Large family friendly beach retreat Bring the whole family to this large Hamptons style luxury by the beach. With 5 bedrooms that sleep up to 12 people and a pool, it is situated just 400m from Rainbow Beach. Only 2km to shops and the lake and 15 minutes to Port Macquarie. Pets welcome! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a lake ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88690000/88681600/88681579/c62628e7_edited_3025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Wave At Shoal Bay, 8 Achilles St - large home with ducted air con, Wi-Fi and Linen Nelson Bay - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=88681579&PinnedHotelID=88681579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622800/34622739/07eabd84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bluebell, Between the ocean & the lake Green Point - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=34622739&PinnedHotelID=34622739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53860000/53853000/53852910/fd0a825d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Malibu Beach House - 124 Chepana St Lake Cathie LAKE CATHIE - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly 7.0 Good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=53852910&PinnedHotelID=53852910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92706200/92706141/2f5f05d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Vibe Beach House - direct beach access, views, spa, pizza Lake Cathie - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=92706141&PinnedHotelID=92706141&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101770000/101760700/101760619/f9e2f480.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rainbow Beach Retreat Entire home in Bonny Hills, Australia Bonny Hills - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 7 reviews £450 includes taxes & fees 28 Apr - 29 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-28&endDate=2026-04-29&selected=101760619&PinnedHotelID=101760619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61520000/61515900/61515814/4aa2035f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The ultimate property for the family with amazing views to whale watch Crowdy Head - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 7.4 Good 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=61515814&PinnedHotelID=61515814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=112313107&PinnedHotelID=112313107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=112313107,88681579,34622739,53852910,92706141) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 2445, PID-STRA-68449 ## About the area Located in Lake Cathie, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Lake Innes Nature Reserve and Queens Lake State Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park and Macquarie Nature Reserve. Port Macquarie Astronomical Association Observatory and Mid North Coast Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Large family friendly beach retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Janelle P. 4 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our family had a lovely stay at this holiday house. It is spacious and comfortably accommodated seven adults, with plenty of room for everyone. The pool was clean and well maintained, and there were lots of games available, which we really enjoyed.The location is excellent — perfect for morning coffee, scenic walks, and visits to nearby wineries.The only downside was that some of the owners’ personal belongings were left in bedside drawers, bathroom drawers, and the fridge, which felt a little off-putting.Overall, it was a great experience and we would happily recommend this property. ##### Janelle P. 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