Title: Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Macquarie ## Photo gallery for Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach ![Beach - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/w1197h675x0y0-5849fd3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/w1197h675x0y0-26d8bb6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/6d04dcdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/cd5fe3df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/c4f5cfa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Relax at Longshore Drift, a charming vacation home just 200 meters from Blacksmiths surfing beach. This cozy holiday house offers comfort and convenience with a living room featuring a flat-screen TV, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and air conditioning throughout. Unwind on the undercover deck perfect for morning coffees or BBQs. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - 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. ### Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach Just 200 meters from the surf at Blacksmiths Beach, Longshore Drift is a cosy and stylish holiday home designed for up to 6 guests. Perfect for families or groups of friends, this beachside retreat combines comfort, convenience, and a relaxed coastal vibe. The home features a master bedroom with a queen bed, a front bedroom with two king singles, and a study with two single day beds plus an extra TV, creating a versatile living space. Inside, enjoy a bright living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and breakfast bar, and a laundry with an additional shower and second toilet. The original bathroom is neat, featuring a shower over the bathtub. Step outside to the undercover front deck for morning coffee or evening BBQs, and stay comfortable with air conditioning throughout the house. Longshore Drift is your base for soaking up the sun, exploring local attractions, or simply unwinding in a tranquil setting—everything you need for a memorable beachside holiday. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - 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 - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Kayaking 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,938 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101200000/101197800/101197778/eaf98375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pelican Lake Retreat - close to lake and beach Pelican - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=101197778&PinnedHotelID=101197778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107290000/107289900/107289841/dd773d06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Prestige One Bedroom Newcastle - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi £118 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=107289841&PinnedHotelID=107289841&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76263700/76263671/1946697b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home by The Cove - Charming Riverfront Cottage Bundabah - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=76263671&PinnedHotelID=76263671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76625100/76625082/w1198h675x0y0-d39e35ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Castaway at Pelican – Relaxed, Pet Friendly Stay Near Lake And Beach Pelican - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=76625082&PinnedHotelID=76625082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74710000/74700700/74700626/d6ce15b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachside Beauty - Short walk to Caves Beach Caves Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=74700626&PinnedHotelID=74700626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92030000/92023200/92023159/cbdd14e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Caves Seascape Villa - stroll to shops and beach Caves Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=92023159&PinnedHotelID=92023159&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35850000/35843200/35843110/7e205296.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach Catherine Hill Bay - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=35843110&PinnedHotelID=35843110&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107220000/107210200/107210132/6dd03864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect Retreat Absolute waterfront, Stunning View and Direct Access to water. 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This is a holiday home in a residential area. Park only in the designated garage, driveway, or community parking. Do not block neighbours' driveways, shared access, or garages. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 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 547317\_S-11215473171747063144909x81747063144909x8 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-33.073277,151.65685&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:zvyhEins%7C%5B%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FU%40Q%40Q%3FQ%40SBO%40S%40QBQBQBQ%40QBSDQBQDMBSDQDQDODQDQFODQFMDOFQFMHOFOFQFOHMHOFKHOHOHMHKJMHMJMHKJMJKJKJKJKJKJKJILKJILKLGJILGLILILGJINGLELILENELELENELENELENCNELCNALANCNCNANCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%40NBNBL%40N%40NBLDNBNDLDLDNDLDNDLDLDLHNDLFLHLFJHLHLFLHLFJJJHLJJHJJLJHJJJJJJJJLHJJLHLJLHJHLHNHNHJFNHLFNFPHNFNFLFPDNFLFPDNDPDPFNBPDPDRBLDPBPBRBPBP%40PBP%40PBR%40N%40R%40P%3FP%40P%40T%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FPATAP%3FPAPAPARCPAPCPAPCPCPCRCPEPCNEPEPCPGNEPEPELGRGLENGPGNGNILGPGNILGNIJINILINIJKNIJKLILKJKJKJKJIJMJKJKHMJKHKJMFMHMHMFKHMFMHMFODMHMDMDODMDODMDMDODOBMDO%40OBM%40OBO%40MBOBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCOCOAOCMAOCMAOEOCMEOEMEOEMEMEOEMEMIMEOGKIMGMIMGMIKIMGMKKIMKKIKKKKKKKKKKKKKKIMKMIKKOIKIOIMIOGKIOIMGOGQGMIOGOGQEOGMESGMEQEQEOEQEQCQEOCQEQCSAQCQCQCQAQAQCSAQ%3FQAQAQ%3FUAQ%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=c_dWsH4UA0jyXjrU2pOXGgyM9Ao=) Blacksmiths, NSW #### What's nearby - Blacksmiths Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Byrnes Reserve \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Moon Island Nature Reserve \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Lake Macquarie \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Newcastle Beach \- 29 min drive \- 17.6 miles #### Getting around - Kotara Station - 18 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬14 min walk - ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬6 min drive - ‪Good One Coffee & Things - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach? ### What time is check-in at Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach? ### What time is check-out at Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach? ### Where is Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elsie R. 11 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful beach! Super comfy sofas and wooden floors. ##### Elsie R. 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