Title: Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Lake Macquarie

## Photo gallery for Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort

![A heated pool - Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort (Cams Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/efcb1c31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort (Cams Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/7c66551b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Exterior - Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort (Cams Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/c4028d4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Terrace/patio - Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort (Cams Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/19405bff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Property grounds - Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort (Cams Wharf)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/1e95d6e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Escape to a peaceful retreat at Rafferty's Resort, where memories are made. Enjoy a short walk to the tennis courts and four pools, including one heated pool. Unwind in the spa or take advantage of outdoor BBQ areas for family gatherings.

## Reviews

8.0

Very good

### Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning

## Add dates for prices

Check-in

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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.

### Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort

A beautiful and peaceful three-bedroom holiday house in Rafferty’s Resort.  
Rafferty's Resort is a family friendly place to make lots of memories.   
Experiencing a short walk to the tennis courts, four pools including one heated pool, spa, kids play equipment, restaurant, lake frontage, boat ramp, BBQ areas, fishing and many more.  
This property has laundry with a washing machine and dryer. Clothesline outdoor.  
Full kitchen with dishwasher, oven, cooktop, fridge and microwave.   
Tennis rackets are available, Wi-Fi and air conditioning.  
Property has outdoor security cameras.  
  
This property sleeps eight people.  
Bedroom 1: King Size Bed   
Bedroom 2: Queen Size Bed  
Bedroom 3: Two Queen Size Bed (Bunk Bed)

## Property amenities

### Pool/Spa

- Heated pool

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2 bathrooms
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Outdoor furniture
- Porch/lanai

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Designated smoking areas

### Things to do

- Boat
- Heated pool
- Kayak
- Tennis

### 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)

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

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 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 

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-68464, 2281

## About the area

Cams Wharf, a neighbourhood in Newcastle, is home to this holiday home. Lake Macquarie and Wallarah National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground. [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&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.12104%2C151.61557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I9orSnvoWaPU46knCSF2S1NLRHg=)

Cams Wharf, NSW

### 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  
2 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  
40 min drive \- 22.9 miles
- Wallarah National Park  
9 min walk \- 0.5 miles
- Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area  
2 min drive \- 1.0 mile
- John Hunter Hospital  
31 min drive \- 19.3 miles

### Getting around

- Wyee Station  
23 min drive
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)  
61 min drive

### Restaurants

- Swansea Hotel  
7 min drive
- Wangi Workers Club  
41 min drive
- Nords Wharf Trading Post  
4 min drive
- Hotel Wangi  
42 min drive
- Caves Beachside Hotel  
10 min drive

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## Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort Reviews

## Reviews

### Very good

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.

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10 - Excellent

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8 - Good

3

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### 8.4

Cleanliness

### 8.6

Location

### 8.0

Property conditions & facilities

## Reviews

### 8/10 Good

#### Joanne

12 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

A great house in a good location within the resort. Easy access to pool, tennis, lake and tavern. Kitchen was well equipped for the stay.

##### Joanne

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### John G.

14 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Honest review

Nice relaxing, clean getaway and would recommend

##### John G.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

### 8/10 Good

#### Craig M.

10 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Relaxing holiday

Family friendly. Great facilities. Could not find an iron or vacuum cleaner.

##### Craig M.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

### 8/10 Good

#### Adam H.

8 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

##### Adam H.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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