Title: Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119236882&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape ## Photo gallery for Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape ![Beach nearby - Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape (Nords Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119236900/119236882/7026d0ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina - Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape (Nords Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119236900/119236882/9bf3ac26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape (Nords Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119236900/119236882/1cf66315.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape (Nords Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119236900/119236882/f9dc254f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, ping pong - Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape (Nords Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119240000/119236900/119236882/bd2f19fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a hot tub at Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi £455 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb ## 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. ### Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape This bright and breezy 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with sweeping lake views, just minutes from popular beaches, cafes, and coastal walks. Perfect for families, friends, and even your furry companions, this relaxing retreat ticks all the boxes for your next getaway all just 90 minutes from Sydney. Unwind on the spacious deck as you soak up panoramic lake views, enjoy a BBQ at sunset, or curl up inside with a movie after a day at the beach. With open-plan living, modern comforts, and a fully fenced yard, there’s room for everyone to relax — including your four-legged family members. Property Features: 3 comfortable bedrooms (Huge Master bedroom with a further Queen split bed) 2 modern bathrooms Fully equipped kitchen Large balcony with breathtaking lake views Exceptional living space Split cycle air conditioning in main and second bedroom Free Wi-Fi & Smart TV Off-street parking Laundry facilities 5 Seater Spa Table Tennis Walk to cafe and kids play area Just a short drive to some of the region’s most popular beaches, scenic coastal walks, and local cafes, this is the ultimate base to explore, adventure, or simply do nothing at all. Nestled in the peaceful Nords Wharf lakeside community the home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience and relaxing style for your next get-a-way. Guests also have use of a large backyard with ample space for activities or playing with children. Whether you're planning a summer holiday, a weekend away, or a longer lakeside stay, Lakeside Bliss offers all the essentials for a laid-back, memorable retreat. BEFORE BOOKING We ask that you read the House Rules and agree to those. EXTERNAL SECURITY CAMERAS Security cameras are located in outside only areas. One at the main entrance. One facing the laundry/driveway entrance at the bottom of the driveway carport. You will be required to pay a Refundable bond. Please note some furniture has been updated from the images. In accordance with Airbnb No Party Policy we are committed to safe and responsible travel and reducing the number of unauthorised parties at our home. To assist us achieve this, we take action and reserve the right to not accept a booking if it is determined high risk. 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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 Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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-82021, 2281 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 3111-275457 ## About the area Located on a lake, Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape is in Nords Wharf, a neighbourhood in Newcastle. Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground. Sailing, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. [Visit our Newcastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle.dx6047788) [View more Holiday homes in Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6047788-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-33.130913,151.60883&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:b_eiEebj%7C%5B%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%40S%3FS%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBS%40Q%40QBQBQBQBQBSDQBQDODQBQDODQFQDOFQDMFQFOFOFMFSHMFOHMFOHOHKHMHOHKHOJKHOJKJKHKJKJKJKJKLKJKJILKJILGLKLIJILGLELILINCLILELELINCLGNALENENCLENALCNANCNCLANCN%3FNAN%3FNCL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40LBNBN%40NBL%40NDNBLDLDN%40NFLBLHLDNDLHLBLHLHLDLFLHLHJJLFLHJJLHJJJJJJJJJHJLJJJJHJJNHJHNHJJNHLHJFNHNFLHNFLFRHLFNFNDPFLDPFNDPDPDNDPDPBNDPBPBRBPBPBPBPBP%40P%40R%40PBP%3FP%40P%40R%3FR%40P%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPAP%3FTAPAP%3FPCPAPAPARCPCPCPCPCPCRCPEPCLEREPELEREPGLERGLEPGNGNILGPGNINGLINGNIJILKNIJINIJKLIJKLKJKLKHKJKJKJKJMHKJMHMFKJMHMFMHMDMHMFMDMHODMDMFMFODO%40MDMDOBODM%40OBO%40OBM%40OBO%40M%3FOBO%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOCO%3FOAMCOAOCOAMCOAMEOCOEMEOAMEOGMGMEMEMIOEMGMIMEMIKGMIMKMGKIMKKIKKMKKKKKKKKKIKKMKKIMKKIOIKIOIMIKIOGOIMGOIOGQGMGOGOGQEMGSEMGQESEMCQESEMCQEQCSCQCQCQCQAQASCQAQAQAQAQ%3FQAU%3FQ%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_JpWzbuFNYMjy-tbqhEuU8vEkSg=) Nords Wharf, New South Wales ### What's nearby - ![D MB Lakeshore 2 sea pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054285/294b18e9-5309-4169-93aa-dfa393b07a16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Macquarie 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Newcastle Beach showing general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923089521/3e465cd1-fc1a-41cc-94da-d8df40b046b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Newcastle Beach 41 min drive \- 25.3 miles - Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Wallarah National Park 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - John Hunter Hospital 33 min drive \- 21.7 miles ### Getting around - Wyee Station 19 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) 58 min drive ### Restaurants - Swansea Hotel 7 min drive - Nords Wharf Trading Post 3 min walk - Hotel Wangi 40 min drive - Caves Beachside Hotel 9 min drive - The Baker's Den Bakery Café 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape? ### How much is parking at Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape? ### What time is check-in at Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape? ### What time is check-out at Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakeside Bliss - Your Coastal Family Escape Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil B. 29 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great position, interior really thoughtfully renovated, exceptional amenities ##### Neil B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Liz L. 14 Jan 2026 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness Welcoming to pets ##### Liz L. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Janet S. 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location House was clean . Spa had a dirty rim around it. BQ was dirty. Grass was not mowed. Walking to table tennis was not pleasant. . We left early the day before we were due to bad weather ##### Janet S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Siobhan R. 13 Jan 2026 ##### Siobhan R. 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