Title: Blacksmiths Beach Shack 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 # Blacksmiths Beach Shack Family-friendly holiday home in Newcastle ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66030000/66020800/66020735/f4e85520.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66030000/66020800/66020735/2db45de2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66030000/66020800/66020735/aef556ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66030000/66020800/66020735/26a23676.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66030000/66020800/66020735/2f47bd36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Just a short stroll from Blacksmiths Beach and Surf Life Saving Club, this family holiday shack in Swansea offers an open-plan living area with a lovely sea breeze, perfect for lounging on the recliner chairs. The fully-equipped kitchen has everything needed for meal prep, or fire up the BBQ at the generous covered entertaining area. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - 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. ### Blacksmiths Beach Shack A family holiday shack which sleeps up to 8 people. The home is situated one street back from the waters of the Swansea channel, approx. 675m walk from Blacksmiths Beach and Surf Life Saving Club and approx. 650m walk to the grannies pool. Blacksmiths beach is patrolled in the summer months. The house is open plan with a large living area that has a lovely sea breeze with a Curved TV, dvd player, plenty of lounge seating including 2 recliner chairs. The kitchen is fully equipped including a newly installed dishwasher, dining table and highchair. If you prefer to eat outdoors, there is a generous covered entertaining area with a BBQ and an outdoor table. The house is equipped with a variety of dvd's, books and board games for those indoor and lazy days. The bedrooms are all good size and have remote control lights and ceiling fans: Bedroom 1 - Queen bed & built in Wardrobe. TV and DVD player Bedroom 2 - Queen bed & built in Wardrobe Bedroom 3 - 2 sets of bunk beds. One is King single bunk bed and the 2nd is double and Single bunk bed. Portacot is available in bedroom 2 wardrobe. 1 bathroom has a shower over bath. There is also a washing machine, dryer, portable clothes airer, iron and ironing board. There is plenty of car parking space in the driveway. The house is just minutes to shopping, dining and entertainment at Blacksmiths, Swansea, Pelican, Caves Beach, Catherine Hill Bay, Warners Bay foreshore. Please note: This house is booked exclusively for your use. It is professionally cleaned prior to your arrival and there is contactless check in and check out. All bedding is provided and all mattresses, quilts and pillows have protectors. A hand towel and bath mat is provided. Bring your own bath and beach towels. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the sea - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34006600/34006600/e6039239.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Cottage on Bali Blacksmiths - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 61 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=34006600&PinnedHotelID=34006600&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34820000/34816600/34816593/948ab2da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swansea Lakeside Sunsets are two villas, on the shores of Lake Macquarie Swansea - 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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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-1166, 2281 ### Property is also known as Blacksmiths Shack Newcastle Blacksmiths Beach Shack Newcastle Blacksmiths Beach Shack Private vacation home Blacksmiths Beach Shack Private vacation home Newcastle ## 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-33.08159%2C151.65200&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MbQIhyw7RMWSL3dq_NCjPn-Nbtk=) Blacksmiths, NSW #### What's nearby - Blacksmiths Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Byrnes Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Moon Island Nature Reserve - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Lake Macquarie - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles - Newcastle Beach - 30 min drive - 18.1 miles #### Getting around - Kotara Station - 21 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬2 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Blacksmiths Take Away - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Yoga Place Cafe - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Blacksmiths Beach Shack pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Blacksmiths Beach Shack? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Blacksmiths Beach Shack? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blacksmiths Beach Shack? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Blacksmiths Beach Shack located? > This family-friendly Newcastle holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Byrnes Reserve and Blacksmiths Beach. Lake Macquarie and Moon Island Nature Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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