Consider a stay at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51615 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach
Swimming… Surfing ... Fishing ... Boating ... Relaxing! Waterside Retreat has it all!
The Waterside Retreat is a surprisingly spacious 2 bedroom cottage, sleeping 5, a great place to relax and unwind with family and friends.
Patrolled Blacksmiths Beach is only a 5 minute level walk and the beautiful Swansea Channel is a short stroll across the reserve.
Boats ramps accessing Lake Macquarie and the ocean are less than 100m away.
Sleeping up to 5 people, Waterside Retreat has a modern interior and is deceptively spacious with 2 large bedrooms, a lounge and a front sitting room with divan and easy chair.
Relax with a cuppa and enjoy the view towards the channel from the front porch.
The fully equipped eat-in kitchen has a dishwasher, full size fridge, microwave, upright stove with oven, large bench with stools, breakfast table and Smart TV.
The lounge room has a large comfy leather couch with plenty of room for everyone to relax, chat and watch a movie on the Smart TV.
The main bedroom has a queen bed, Smart TV (with Fetch Box) and plenty of room for your clothing in the built-in wardrobe. Just off the bedroom is an area that can be used as a parent’s retreat to sit and soak up the view.
The second bedroom has 2 king single beds and plenty of cupboard space – with books, games and toys.
The front room has a divan which can be set up as a comfy 5th bed as well as a lounge chair to relax and read a book.
The bathroom has a shower and bath with separate toilet and there's an additional toilet just outside the back door.
The separate laundry has a washing machine and dryer and an extra fridge.
Out the back is an undercover alfresco area with a BBQ and seating. There is also a shower to wash off the sand from the beach.
Free parking on premises in a quiet, safe neighbourhood.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Netflix
Smart TV
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Smooth flooring in public areas
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the sea
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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-13554, 2281
About the area
Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Blacksmiths, a neighbourhood in Newcastle. Charlestown Square and Westfield Kotara are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium or Newcastle International Hockey Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Newcastle travel guide
Is Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach located?
Located in Blacksmiths, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Byrnes Reserve and Lake Macquarie. Blacksmiths Beach and Moon Island Nature Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach Reviews
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Exceptional
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Had a lovely stay at the property - very convenient to all things our family love - Surfing; Fishing and Beach Walks. Property was great - more spacious than we realised. Will certainly be back again.
This is a great place to stay. It's deceptively very spacious and perfect for a family of 5. It is a short walk to everything - the beach, shops, a cool little cafe and an excellent pub. The house was spotless, well furnished and had all the mod-cons we needed. It exceeded our expectations.
Property is perfect for what we wanted, just that the neighbours are too close for my liking eg. fence is low no privacy and the neighbour decides to cut the lawn and edges at 8am on a Sunday morning but otherwise fine.
This property is awesome.
Great, funky little house with enough room for 3 active boys(2 teenagers). Beautiful location... 30 seconds to the canal (managed to catch a few leatherjackets) and about 5 mins walk to the beach and break wall. 1 minute if you're lazy and drive!
Unfortunately, we only stayed 1 of our 3 nights due to Covid but we'd all love to come back another time!
Cheryl C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
21 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice, clean and quiet bungalow, good to get away & leave the city behind, good position, within walking distance to the beach and the pub.