Title: Waterside Retreat @ 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 # Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ![Beach nearby - Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39570000/39567100/39567065/19b8dbba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39570000/39567100/39567065/843639c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39570000/39567100/39567065/c45016ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39570000/39567100/39567065/2c023244.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39570000/39567100/39567065/d63224e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - 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. ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Composting - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110370000/110361300/110361276/27a0d3d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Lagoon at Caves Beach Villas Caves Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi £403 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=110361276&PinnedHotelID=110361276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106460000/106450100/106450063/40109e1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury in the heart of Newcastle Newcastle City Centre - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £426 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=106450063&PinnedHotelID=106450063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33642900/33642825/6df4f862.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing Getaway - 3 Bed Waterfront Cottage Summerland Point - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 126 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=33642825&PinnedHotelID=33642825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42340000/42336800/42336730/dbab39b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wangi Lakehouse - renovated Lake Macquarie lakefront Location Wangi Wangi - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 19 reviews £422 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=42336730&PinnedHotelID=42336730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110360000/110355800/110355726/8dfea1cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ahoy Villa at Caves Beach Villas Caves Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 2.0 1 review £415 includes taxes & fees 22 Dec - 23 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=110355726&PinnedHotelID=110355726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91210000/91202900/91202819/8efdfb6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karinya Parkland Estate New Lambton Heights - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=91202819&PinnedHotelID=91202819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110360000/110355800/110355714/053ec7f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandy Isles at Caves Beach Villas Caves Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi £403 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=110355714&PinnedHotelID=110355714&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110490000/110488700/110488621/8bd72661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Escape at Caves Beach Villas Caves Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer £381 includes taxes & fees 22 Dec - 23 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=110488621&PinnedHotelID=110488621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121450000/121446300/121446240/a7e8296e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Lake Hideaway Coal Point - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=121446240&PinnedHotelID=121446240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103800400/103800302/31a88b1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hideaway By The Lake - The perfect lakeside holiday location! 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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 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 ### Property is also known as Waterside Retreat Blacksmiths Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach Newcastle Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach Private vacation home ## 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-33.08168%2C151.65112&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7PSeHiORiABHW_ZXanCAT6lNOM8=) Blacksmiths, NSW #### What's nearby - Byrnes Reserve \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Blacksmiths Beach \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Moon Island Nature Reserve \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Lake Macquarie \- 3 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Newcastle Beach \- 31 min drive \- 18.4 miles #### Getting around - Kotara Station - 21 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬11 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Good One Coffee & Things - ‬7 min drive - ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ? ### What time is check-in at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ? ### What time is check-out at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ? ### Where is Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waterside Retreat @ 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 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul M., Sydney, NSW 10 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Water retreat at Blacksmiths 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. ##### Paul M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karla P. 16 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous little waterside cottage 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. ##### Karla P. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria S. 17 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location is good 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. ##### Maria S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise B. 18 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little family weekend away Such a beautiful stay, so close to everything and the home was lovely ##### Louise B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl C. 21 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location 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 ### 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bronwyn M., Sydney, Australia 19 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect escape A great weekend away with our two and four year olds boys. The home was perfectly equipped and very comfortable. We couldn’t ask for more. ##### Bronwyn M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin D. 17 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### . . ##### Kevin D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn T. 15 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, nice clean property. Easy check in/oit amd close to lots of local things to do. ##### Glenn T. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Morris Sydney - Handwritten Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Morris-Hotel-Sydney.h1738408.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Sydney by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-InterContinental-Sydney.h9035.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Hilton-Sydney.h16892.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Sydney-Darling-Harbour.h41523348.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Sydney.h15886.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Sydney Hyde Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Pullman-Sydney-Hyde-Park.h14111.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Sydney.h2220.Hotel-Information) > > [Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Aiden-By-Best-Western-Darling-Harbour.h67610514.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Harbour-Rocks-By-Ode-Hotels.h40904.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Hotels-Ibis-Newcastle.h892394.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Novotel-Sydney-On-Darling-Harbour.h26579.Hotel-Information) > > [Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Sydney-Harbour-Marriott-Hotel-At-Circular-Quay.h18811.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradox Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Paradox-Sydney.h564600.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Sydney Parramatta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Novotel-Sydney-Parramatta.h17525.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Mascot Central](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Mascot-Central.h15130172.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Sydney Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Pullman-Sydney-Airport.h15271653.Hotel-Information) > > [Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Rydges-Sydney-Airport-Hotel.h5932305.Hotel-Information) > > [Veriu Green Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Veriu-Green-Square.h33512844.Hotel-Information) > > [Ibis Budget Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Newcastle.h9627133.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Sussex Street](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Sussex-Street.h25019183.Hotel-Information) > > [The Urban Newtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Urban-Newtown.h9140131.Hotel-Information) > > [SKYE Suites Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-SKYE-Suites-Sydney.h24507540.Hotel-Information) > > [Rydges Australia Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Tank-Stream.h11718621.Hotel-Information) > > [PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-PARKROYAL-Darling-Harbour.h22576.Hotel-Information) > > [The Grace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Grace-Hotel.h460380.Hotel-Information) > > [Shangri-La Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Shangri-La-Sydney.h11974.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Kent-Street.h19290784.Hotel-Information) > > [Wake Up! 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