Title: The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage! 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 # The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage! Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Lake Macquarie ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89860000/89854700/89854630/8c48be73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89860000/89854700/89854630/cf15c8f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89860000/89854700/89854630/4b3f2ef2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89860000/89854700/89854630/c9a766d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89860000/89854700/89854630/0e6be592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Discover The Lake house, a modern and spacious retreat on beautiful Lake Macquarie. Step outside to lake views just a minute's walk away or enjoy BBQs in the backyard after a day on the water. Inside, you'll find three large bedrooms and two dining areas. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage! A hidden gem on beautiful Lake Macquarie! You will find this house is clean, modern and spacious. The Lake house is located on the NSW Central Coast, only a 90 minute drive from Sydney. This is an amazing place for boating, fishing, kayaking or having a BBQ and drinks in the backyard after a day out on the water. Walk out from the front door to see lake views with just a 1 minute walk to the end of the street to meet the shores of Lake Macquarie. The moment you walk into The Lake house you will see that it has recently been renovated inside and is furnished to give that coastal feel. You'll find that it is spacious and is well equipped for a great family holiday, it is big enough to accommodate two small families or an extended family.. The home consists of a large living/dining area with an additional dining table in the kitchen area. 3 large bedrooms and a bathroom with additional toilet in the 3rd bedroom + laundry with washing machine and dryer. There is a fully functioning kitchen with appliances such as oven, gas cook top, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Plastic ware for the kids and serving ware for entertaining is also included for use along with a pantry that has a selection of essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar, cling wrap, foil and paper towel. Bedroom configurations Bed 1 - King bed Bed 2 - 3x Single beds + 1x with a trundle Bed 3 - Queen bed with seperate toilet Local shops are a short walk or a short drive to restaurants and clubs. Beautiful beaches and national parks are within 15 minutes. It is very important to select the correct number of guests as this will determine how many beds to have made up. Important message for guests organising events; We have a strict no party or events policy. It is in a quiet neighbourhood, so any type of events such as hens/bucks/schoolies/end of season sporting groups/birthday party celebration are not allowed. If you are unsure if your group falls into any of these categories please enquire before booking. We can easily determine if the house rule of “No parties or events” is disrespected, and this means additional charges, bond forfeited and/or eviction will apply. PLEASE NOTE: All bookings are subject to the owners pre-approval and we endeavour to notify you of the status of your booking within 24hrs. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1678800/1678777/245541fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raffertys Resort Cams Wharf - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 7.8 Good 287 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=1678777&PinnedHotelID=1678777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73690000/73689900/73689900/c9e8623d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Escape - Reserve Waterfront w/ Kayaks Chain Valley Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=73689900&PinnedHotelID=73689900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33558000/33557971/c6c7d73b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chilling Lakeside on Lake Macquarie Mannering Park - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 10 Exceptional 151 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=33557971&PinnedHotelID=33557971&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61467300/61467300/9ff8c49b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Absolute waterfront, cute, 3-bedroom family cottage! 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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 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 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 2934-246320 ## About the area Mannering Park is home to this holiday home. Wyong Golf Club and Kooindah Waters Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wyong Racecourse and Showground and Amazement. Jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our Mannering Park travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mannering-Park.dx6342293) [View more Holiday homes in Mannering Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mannering-Park-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6342293-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-33.14776%2C151.54037&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HfDHdgDM9MM73VAH6UO9iT_SujY=) Mannering Park, New South Wales ### What's nearby - Lake Macquarie - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Norah Head Lighthouse - 24 min drive - 14.1 miles - Kooindah Waters Golf Club - 24 min drive - 14.3 miles - Magenta Shores Beach - 27 min drive - 17.4 miles - Blacksmiths Beach - 30 min drive - 20.3 miles ### Getting around - Wyee Station - 11 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 60 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Doylo - ‬6 min drive - ‪Wyee Nursery Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪8 at Trinity - ‬20 min drive - ‪Crystal Blue Takeaway - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage! located? > Situated in Mannering Park, this holiday home is steps from Lake Macquarie and within 9 mi (15 km) of Colongra Swamp Nature Reserve and Wongala Avenue Reserve. Bird Island Nature Reserve and Renee Close Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Lakehouse - Spacious Cottage! Reviews 8.0 ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian T. 3 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome stay We really enjoyed the house and the stay. Lovely and very quiet neighbourhood. The walks on the pathway next to the water is a huge feature. ##### Adrian T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Jennifer A., Canberra Australia 20 Mar 2024 #### quiet lakehouse Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The lakehouse is lovely and quite, and on the surface clean and well maintained, thought it lacks some attention to detail. We also had a few issues, that affected our overall stay. The remotes for the TV and airconditioners had either no or dead batteries in them. The bedroom air-conditioner did not work at all. We got in contact with management who were extremely helpful, responsive and professional, and although they did their total best to rectify these issues, the air-conditioner was not able to get fixed during our week stay. ##### Jennifer A. ## 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) > > [Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Harbour-Rocks-By-Ode-Hotels.h40904.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pokolbin-Hotels-Mercure-Resort-Hunter-Valley-Gardens.h1877968.Hotel-Information) > > [Ibis Budget Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Newcastle.h9627133.Hotel-Information) > > [Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Sydney-Harbour-Marriott-Hotel-At-Circular-Quay.h18811.Hotel-Information) > > [The Urban Newtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Urban-Newtown.h9140131.Hotel-Information) > > [SKYE Suites Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-SKYE-Suites-Sydney.h24507540.Hotel-Information) > > [Lilianfels Resort & Spa - Blue Mountains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Lilianfels-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h872.Hotel-Information) > > [Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Aiden-By-Best-Western-Darling-Harbour.h67610514.Hotel-Information) > > [The Carrington Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Carrington-Hotel.h474003.Hotel-Information) > > [Veriu Green Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Veriu-Green-Square.h33512844.Hotel-Information) > > [Bannisters Port Stephens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Point-Hotels-Bannisters-Port-Stephens.h27355893.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Sussex Street](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Sussex-Street.h25019183.Hotel-Information) > > [Wake Up! 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