Title: Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney 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 # Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96350000/96347200/96347102/b44d1205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, music library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96350000/96347200/96347102/4d9812fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96350000/96347200/96347102/bcbec411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, music library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96350000/96347200/96347102/8e1fb279.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96350000/96347200/96347102/4bbeb550.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney Do you dream of a short break that takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Long for a tranquil escape with views of mountains, grazing livestock, and vibrant bird life? Dora Creek Cottage offers a secluded and peaceful getaway! Our 1 bedroom, fully self-contained cottage is set on lush acreage. Enjoy the echoing of bellbirds with views from your window, where you can spot horses, sheep, and a variety of wildlife including white & black cockatoos, rosellas, lorikeets, galahs, ducks and the occasional wallaby. Take a break from the stress and strain of everyday life and enjoy some much-needed downtime at Dora Creek Cottage. Experience some of nature’s beauty with the picturesque surroundings, and find inner peace with the calming atmosphere. A 10 minute drive is the State Forest and endless Watagan Mountains where you'll find trails, waterfalls, lookouts, picnic spots, mountain bike, motorbike, horseride; Across the road is Dora Creek leading to Lake Macquarie, Australia's largest coastal saltwater lake with an abundance of watersports, fishing, tours, dining, walks, arts & history; the Hunter Valley Vineyards is an easy 30 minute drive. Local shops, eateries & club are a few minutes away. Located 1.5hrs drive north of Sydney and 40-minute drive south of Newcastle. 10 minutes off the M1 freeway. Don’t wait any longer – book your stay today and start planning your tranquil holiday escape or stop in whilst on business! Take advantage of our special offer and experience the tranquillity of our region. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Bicycles ### 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### 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 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-47370,2264 ## About the area Located in Dora Creek, a neighbourhood in Morisset, this cottage is in the mountains. The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Macquarie and Watagans National Park. [Visit our Morisset travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Morisset.dx3000455083) [View more Cottages in Morisset](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Morisset-Cottages.d3000455083-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-33.078747,151.48691&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%60yzhEehr%7B%5B%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FU%40Q%40Q%3FQ%40SBQ%40Q%40QBQBQBQBS%40QDQBQDOBQDQDQDODQDQFODQFODMFSFMHOFMFQHOFOHMFKHOHOJMFMJMHKJMHMJKJKJKJKJKJKJMJGLKJILKLIJGLILILGLGJINILCLILENELELENELENGLENANELCNALCNANCNANCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40LBN%40NBLDN%40NDLFLDNDLDNDLDLDLHNBLHLHLFJDLJLHLFLHJJLHJJJFJLLJHJLJHJJJJJHLJLHJJLHLHLHNHNHJFLHNFNHPFLFNFLFRDLFNFPDNDPFPDNBPDPDPBNDPBPBPBRBP%40PBP%40PBP%40P%40R%40P%3FP%40P%40T%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPARAR%3FPAPAPAPCPAPCPARCPCPCPCPERCLEPEPCPENGPERELGPGNENGPGLGNGLIRGLINGNIJILININIJKLILKLIJKJKJILMJIJMJKJKHKJMFKLMFMFMHMJKDMHMFMHODMHMDMDODMDODMDMDODOBMDO%40OBM%40OBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCM%3FOAOCOAOCMAOCMAOEOCMEOEMEOEMEMEOEMEMIMEOIKGMIMGMIMIKGMGMMKGMKKIKKKKKKKKKMKKKKIKKMIMKMGKKOIOIMGKIOGOIMGSGMIOGMGQEOGOEQGMESEQEOEQEQCQEMCSEQAQCQCQCSCQAQAQCQAQ%3FQAQAS%3FSAQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=c5UY065PaDKFCBxepJ_oaFOV0Ms=) Dora Creek, NSW ### What's nearby - Lake Macquarie - 8 min drive - 2.2 miles - Avondale University - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles - John Hunter Hospital - 34 min drive - 24.3 miles - Blacksmiths Beach - 43 min drive - 29.3 miles - Newcastle Beach - 44 min drive - 30.0 miles ### Getting around - Cockle Creek Station - 24 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 62 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Corner Bakehouse & Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Yard Brewery & Smokehouse - ‬10 min drive - ‪8 at Trinity - ‬11 min drive - ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney located? > Located in Dora Creek, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Macquarie and within 6 miles (10 km) of Avondale University and Martinsville Valley/Watagan Mountains. Watagans National Park and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area 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 ## Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A good property in a location close to the purpose of our journey ##### Chris Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen T. 5 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dora Creek stay It was small, but had everything we needed for a short stay. It's in a lovely area and easy to get to. Everything went smoothly. ##### Helen T. 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