Title: Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach Holiday home in Lake Cathie with private pool and kitchen ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904900/33904838/60a77c00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904900/33904838/c30e2254.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904900/33904838/120dae39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904900/33904838/4794ab19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33904900/33904838/abe4d496.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Beachcomber, where the sounds of the ocean and warmth of a gas BBQ blend together in an idyllic setting. Unwind in the undercover outdoor entertaining area or take a refreshing dip in the plunge pool. This home is perfect for families with extra shower and toilet facilities, as well as TV & DVD entertainment. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pool - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach This home backs onto the beach reserve and is a short level walk to beach access at Middle Rock. Great undercover outdoor entertaining area with gas BBQ and in-ground plunge pool. Well appointed with new furnishings throughout and large kitchen with dishwasher & microwave. Extra shower and toilet.TV & DVD, CD Player. Sleeps 8. 2 Queen beds, 2 Singles + 2 trundles. Single lock-up garage. Gas BBQ. Please note the beach is only patrolled during summer & school holiday periods and the backyard is not completely fenced in. Linen not supplied No pets permitted No smoking Please be sure to read our terms & conditions, as by proceeding with a booking you are agreeing to these terms. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106460000/106450600/106450558/w1200h799x0y3-c00ed575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family and pet friendly home close to beach, lake, shops and town centre. 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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 2445, PID-STRA-26190 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 Middlerock Retreat 92 Chepana St LC House Lake Cathie Middlerock Retreat 92 Chepana St LC House Middlerock Retreat 92 Chepana St LC Lake Cathie Middlerock Retreat 92 Chepana St LC Middlerock Retreat 92 Chepana Middlerock Retreat - 92 Chepana St LC Lake Cathie Middlerock Retreat - 92 Chepana St LC Private vacation home 74\_38 ## About the area ![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-31.55762%2C152.85150&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fTaRqzWWKzIJpKYBmgC-vVIIEv8=) LAKE CATHIE, NSW #### What's nearby - Rainbow Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Lake Innes Nature Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Flynns Beach - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles - Town Beach - 19 min drive - 12.2 miles - Pilot Beach - 24 min drive - 10.0 miles #### Getting around - Wauchope Station - 21 min drive - Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Offshore Coffee Bar - ‬18 min walk - ‪Caramels at Cathie - ‬8 min walk - ‪Crave @ Bonnys - ‬7 min drive - ‪Bonny Hills Beach Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Little Fish Cafe - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach? > Checkout is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Rainbow Beach and Lake Innes Nature Reserve. Queens Lake Nature Reserve and Mary Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Middlerock Retreat - short walk to beach Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Bmac 25 Nov 2018 #### Well Equiped! Everything you needed for a holiday was provided. Good location, handy to beach & shops. ##### Bmac ### 8/10 Good #### KAREN D. 18 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot great house Fantastic family home pool is perfect size for cooling off . We stayed during a heat wave and missed our air con but clearly we need to toughen up😁. The beach access is amazing. ##### KAREN D. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwina D. 29 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, pool was fabulous, sound of the ocean was amazing. . Great beach to walk on. Great house with 2 lounge rooms, outdoor undercover area was fabulous next to the pool, giving extra room for 2 families. Definitely needed the fans on in house. House was really clean. ##### Edwina D. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Extremly impressed with this property, the photos do no justice for it. It was very big compared to photos, with 2 living areas, a large kitchen and great outdoor area. Wifi was great as there isnt much reception in the region. There was a walking trail directly behind the property to the beach. The sound of the waves and the birds chirping made it very relaxing. The pool was amazing. The bathrooms were great. 10 out 10 recommend. ##### Bonnie Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### PETER T. 16 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing location The property is located on a really nice street and only a short walk from a beautiful beach. The house itself is very basic and apart from the new bathroom, is in need of an update. The property is not wheelchair accessible. One of our party is wheelchair dependant and we had to source a makeshift ramp after arrival to allow her access.T ##### PETER T. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam B. 20 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for family stay V Good place for a family to holiday the property was good and clean as we expected friendly neighbours good and queit location close to shops swimming and fishing options even though there was a few missing things like internet and an aircon. I will be booking this property in the future when I have chance. ##### Adam B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KATE B. 14 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice weekend away Plenty of room, easy to find, everything we needed for a couple of nights away. ##### KATE B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Ronald P., Plumpton 22 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was a lovely home and we enjoyed the space both inside and outside especially the pool. Perfect get way home close to all amenities, beaches and other things to do ##### Ronald P. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Kristy R. 8 Dec 2019 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### Property needs maintenance We've stayed here multiple times in the past and love the location . Unfortunately the property needs maintenance . Pool wansnt clean on arrival . Also there was loose pavers around the pool causing a hazard to children , the tv wasn't working, bbq gas was empty , dishwasher was leaking , outdoor lights not working , bedroom blinds not working . Power points making sparking noises. Honestly we would love to go back because the location is amazing however without regular and much needed repairs we won't we returning . ##### Kristy R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney S. 24 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### Great but could have been better No massive issues, mostly all was as expected. Small issues like: No Gas for BBQ - called and they said it would be organised but wasn’t done before we left. Tiles missing from wall in second shower - we didn’t use it so as not to damage the wall... agent was stand offish like “How did that happen” - it was like it when we arrived. Overall good value.... Ps Please spray the bindi’s in the back lawn...ouch ##### Rodney S. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### IanA 6 Nov 2017 #### Another relaxing stay Another great holiday at this terrific location. with it's beachfront location and proximity to local shops it is the ideal place to unwind.Good to see that Craig, the owner, has remodelled the bathroom and provided 2 new TV's.fantastic as usual. ##### IanA This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Leah 8 May 2017 #### Lovely Time We had a Lovely time!! Customer service Very Good. ##### Leah This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Marjie 12 Mar 2017 #### Great location! This house is in a great location for supermarket, beach and walking. A short drive to Port Macquarie or Laurieton, Camden Haven. Comfortable house with outdoor space. Beware small children and the outdoor steps, they are steep with a railing only on one side, but that is only a minor thing! ##### Marjie This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### rwags 4 Jan 2017 #### What a Great Time! We had a great time - thanks! The house was spotlessly clean ##### rwags This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip S. 25 Aug 2016 #### Ideal location Neat and comfortable. Ideally positioned on the beach ##### Philip S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### IanA 21 Apr 2016 #### Our 12th stay here! Excellent holiday at an extremely good property. Our 12th stay here. Good neighbours & close to beach and all facilities. Brilliant ##### IanA This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Janelle 21 Feb 2016 #### Great House close to beach Great house located close to the beach. Loved grass area at back, played totem tennis. Wildlife great. House has everything you need. ##### Janelle This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bel1 27 Sept 2014 #### Large accommodating house in the best location This is our second stay at Middlerock Retreat . Such a great location for our family to relax at. Rooms are large as well as living areas . Relax at the entertaining area next to the pool whilst listening to the waves crashing on the beach directly behind the property. The kitchen has everything you need and there is even a spa bath in the bathroom. We will definately be coming back for a third visit. Belinda Jones and Family ##### Bel1 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pokolbin-Hotels-Mercure-Resort-Hunter-Valley-Gardens.h1877968.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Mandalay-Luxury-Beachfront-Apartments.h2648804.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lost Camel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yulara-Hotels-The-Lost-Camel.h4805954.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritage Trail Lodge Margaret River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margaret-River-Hotels-Heritage-Trail-Lodge-Margaret-River.h9624427.Hotel-Information) > > [Rochester Riverside Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Rochester-Riverside-Caravan-Park.h65341713.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h8065.Hotel-Information) > > [Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Torquay-Foreshore-Caravan-Park.h6001296.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Wyndham Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Club-Wyndham-Airlie-Beach.h2802992.Hotel-Information) > > [Bannisters Port Stephens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Point-Hotels-Bannisters-Port-Stephens.h27355893.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels.d6131595.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingscote-Hotels-Aurora-Ozone-Hotel.h2737459.Hotel-Information) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [The Carrington Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Carrington-Hotel.h474003.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Resort Torquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Wyndham-Resort-Torquay.h1927122.Hotel-Information) > > [Coral Sea Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information) > > [Exmouth Escape Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exmouth-Hotels-Exmouth-Escape-Resort.h4032424.Hotel-Information) > > [Glamping at Truffle Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gretna-Hotels-Truffle-Lodge.h22239606.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monkey-Mia-Hotels-RAC-Monkey-Mia-Dolphin-Resort.h2650828.Hotel-Information) > > [The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Hotels-De-Vere-Orchard-Hotel.h6349396.Hotel-Information) > > [Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatta-Hotels-Kangaroo-Island-Wilderness-Retreat.h2041654.Hotel-Information) > > [By The Sea Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-By-The-Sea-Port-Douglas.h3024406.Hotel-Information) > > [Heron Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heron-Island-Hotels-Heron-Island-Resort.h1636471.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Ningaloo Reef Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coral-Bay-Hotels-Ningaloo-Reef-Resort.h4257765.Hotel-Information) > > [Lilianfels Resort & Spa - Blue Mountains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Lilianfels-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h872.Hotel-Information) ### Activities > [Things to do in Antibes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Antibes.d4728.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Bergamo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Bergamo.d6049436.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Finland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/ski-holidays/58/Finland)