Title: “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=91934875&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay Holiday home in Shallow Bay with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay ![Property grounds - “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay (Shallow Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91940000/91934900/91934875/33a3e2a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay (Shallow Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91940000/91934900/91934875/545174dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay (Shallow Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91940000/91934900/91934875/9b2687c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay (Shallow Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91940000/91934900/91934875/0001a812.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay (Shallow Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91940000/91934900/91934875/7c6b6e94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Overlooking serene Wallis Lake, this spacious retreat invites you to unwind in a hammock or relax on the deck with a cuppa. The house features two lounges, an orchard, and banana grove where guests can enjoy activities like kayaking or fishing from the jetty. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space on Wallis Lake. Spend the day in the hammock, kayaking, or relaxing on the deck overlooking the lake. Close to Forster, Smiths Lake, Pacific Palms, Blueys and Boomerang Beaches. The space The house is atop a hill overlooking the lake and you can relax by the orchard, banana grove or sit on the jetty with a fishing pole and a cuppa. The house has 2 bedrooms plus a bunk room upstairs where the kitchen and living area are. The lower level has an additional two bedrooms, bathroom, laundry and a second lounge room, perfect for movie night. Guest access Guests may access the entire house. Sheds are not available for guest access. License number PID-STRA-38448 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121970000/121968500/121968461/1197a1f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Catalina Cove-From Door to Shore in 2 Minutes Nelson Bay - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=121968461&PinnedHotelID=121968461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32627400/32627307/fe8c4cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aqua Vista - Stunning lake and tree top views. 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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 not indicated whether 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-38448, 2428 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-32.21057,152.42403&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7EfqcEeiia%5C%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FS%40O%40S%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40Q%40SBQBQBQBQBQBQDODQBQDODQDSFMDQFODMFQFOFOFQFOFMHOHMFOHKHOHMHKHOHKJOHKJKHOJKJKJKJKJGLMJKJILKJGLILGJKLILELILGLILENELILELENELELENENALENCNELANCNCNALAN%3FNCN%3FLCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FNBN%3FN%40L%40NBNBN%40LDNBLDN%40NDLDNDLDLDLDNFLFLDLHLFLHLDLHLJJFLHJFLJJHLJJLJFJJJJJJJJJNHJJJHNHJHNJJHLFNHJHNFLHNFLFNFPHNDNFPFLDNDPFLDRDPDNBPDPDNBPBPBPBPBPBP%40RBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%40R%40N%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FPAPAPAPAPARAPCPAPCPCRCPCPCPCPENEPCPENEPEPGNEPELGNGPENILGRGLGNINGLINIJGNILKJINIJINKJIJKLKLKJKJKJKFKLMJKFMJKHMFKHMJMHMDMFMHMHMDMFODMDMDMFOBMDOFO%40MDOBMDO%40O%40OBMBO%40O%3FOBO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOCOAMAOEOCMEOAOGMEMCOGMEMEMGOEMEMIMIMGMEMIKKMIMGKIMKKGKKMMKGKKKKKKKMIMKKIKKOIKIOIKIMIOIKGOIMIOGOGMGSGMGOGQEOGMEQGOEQEQEOCQEQEOCQCQCQCQCSCQAQAQCQASAQAQAQAQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Jck9f9CVOPyltq0c716wM7e31AY=) Shallow Bay, NSW #### What's nearby - Mills Island Nature Reserve \- 11 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Wallis Lake \- 30 min drive \- 10.0 miles - Myall Lakes National Park \- 51 min drive \- 29.8 miles - Forster Marina \- 60 min drive \- 39.0 miles - Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course \- 61 min drive \- 38.1 miles #### Getting around - Taree, NSW (TRO) - 85 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬46 min drive - ‪House Of Highness - ‬51 min drive - ‪Paradise Marina - ‬48 min drive - ‪Forster Bakehouse - ‬48 min drive - ‪Tartt. - ‬53 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay? ### What time is check-in at “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay? ### What time is check-out at “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay? ### Where is “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hongda W. 25 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good place for friends to catch up A very friendly owner, clean rooms, spacious space, and an excellent choice for a relaxing weekend getaway from the city. ##### Hongda W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaushik S. 28 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing experience We really enjoyed our stay at Shallow Bay. The location is beautiful, and the house is spacious and tidy. Host was easy to deal with and friendly. Highly recommended! ##### Kaushik S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tas 12 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful remote well-equipped modern house with two living areas and huge decks overlooking the lake and huge back yard. ##### Tas Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Harbour Rocks by Ode Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Harbour-Rocks-By-Ode-Hotels.h40904.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pokolbin-Hotels-Mercure-Resort-Hunter-Valley-Gardens.h1877968.Hotel-Information) > > [Ibis Budget Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Newcastle.h9627133.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) > > [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) > > [Lilianfels Resort & Spa - Blue Mountains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Lilianfels-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h872.Hotel-Information) > > [Aiden by Best Western Darling Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Aiden-By-Best-Western-Darling-Harbour.h67610514.Hotel-Information) > > [The Carrington Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Carrington-Hotel.h474003.Hotel-Information) > > [Veriu Green Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Veriu-Green-Square.h33512844.Hotel-Information) > > [Bannisters Port Stephens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Point-Hotels-Bannisters-Port-Stephens.h27355893.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Sussex Street](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Sussex-Street.h25019183.Hotel-Information) > > [Wake Up! 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