Title: Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. Holiday home in Smiths Lake with kitchen and patio ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99790000/99782700/99782621/d7829cb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99790000/99782700/99782621/b593114b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99790000/99782700/99782621/84a0064c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99790000/99782700/99782621/f1809659.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99790000/99782700/99782621/3918119e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled behind shrubs and trees on a quiet street, this stylish house near Smiths Lake offers a serene retreat. With lovely new bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, kayaks and dinghy at your disposal, enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81938 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - 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. ### Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. Our guest reviews are most believable & say it best... “This is a magical spot! Beautiful house located 1 quiet street back from Smiths Lake and well hidden behind shrubs and trees. The space is stylish, light and airy, with lovely new bathrooms & a large, well-equipped kitchen. Close to exceptional beaches including Cellito, Blueys & Seal Rocks. The garden is totally secure, even for our Houdini dog. The kayaks and dinghy were well-used by the whole family and the dogs. Toby is an excellent host.” Love our new wood fired pizza oven next to our giant entertaining deck - we have a couple of foodies in our family who love to use it and invite guests over to share the fun. Couple of great restaurants in nearby Blueys now, plus 2 Clubs providing great 'RSL style' food. Plus Forster is now a booming restaurant scene with many choices and is just 30 minutes drive away. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 6 steps to reach entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Please don't toss the butts into the garden ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Table tennis ### 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Electric car charging station - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Solar energy - Unit size: 1,938 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37730000/37720500/37720418/02426dac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool Smiths Lake - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 8.4 Very good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=37720418&PinnedHotelID=37720418&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32400000/32392500/32392489/7323dbb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adrift in the tree tops On the lake by the sea Smiths Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=32392489&PinnedHotelID=32392489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3950000/3949600/3949535/18fadadf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blueys Retreat Blueys Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 115 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=3949535&PinnedHotelID=3949535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37710000/37703900/37703818/5c9ce195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Shaka Shack - Pacific Palms Holidays Smiths Lake - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=37703818&PinnedHotelID=37703818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37720000/37718200/37718157/d1ecd85a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dux Nutz - Pacific Palms Holidays Smiths Lake - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.4 Very good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=37718157&PinnedHotelID=37718157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106440000/106437000/106436982/753c0a16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Billie's on Smiths- Lakefront holiday home Smiths Lake - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=106436982&PinnedHotelID=106436982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88429900/88429889/0d405106.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Couples Retreat with Stunning Lake & Ocean 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 This property uses solar energy 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-5608, 2428 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-32.38135,152.50694&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:jrrdEkoya%5C%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40U%40Q%40QBQ%40S%40QBMBQBSBOBSBQDQDOBQDQDODQFODQFMDSFMFOFQFOFMFOHOHMFOHMHOHKHOHKHMJMHMJKHKJMJKJKJKJKLKJIJILIJKLILGJILILGLILGLELINELELILENELELENANELCNENCLANENAN%3FLCNCNAN%3FL%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%3FN%3FN%40NBNBL%3FN%40NDN%40LBNDLBNDN%40LDNDLDLDLHNDLDLHLDLFLHLFLHLHJFLHJJLHJHLHJJJJJJJJJJJLJJHJJLHLHLHJJNHJFNHLHNFLHNFNFLFNHPDNFLFRDLFPDNDPDNDPBPDNDPBPBRBNBRBPBL%40PBR%40P%40P%40P%40T%40P%40P%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPARANATAPARAPCPAPCNCPCPCPCPCPERELCPERELEPENGPENGPGNELIPGNGNGLINGNILINGLILKLIJINIJKNIJKJKJKJKJKLKHKJMHKJMHKJMFKHMHMFMHMFMHMDMFMFODMFMDMFOBMDOBODM%40OFM%40OBOBOBM%3FOBO%40OBO%3FM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FO%3FOCOAMCO%3FOCOCMCOAOGMAOEOCMEMCOGMEMGMEOGMGMEMIMGMIMGKIMIMGKKMIKKKIMKKIKMKKKKKKIKKKIOKKIOIKIMIMIMIOGMIOIOGMGOGOGQGMGOEQGOEQGOEQEMESCQEMESCQCQCQCQCQCOAQAQCQASAQAUAOAS%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g_xMS1ocRaFr2GTKzR1ZMhhc2ME=) Smiths Lake, NSW #### What's nearby - Smiths Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Boomerang Beach - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles - Blueys Beach - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles - Myall Lakes National Park - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles - Sandbar Beach - 19 min drive - 4.3 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Kembali Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bongos - ‬12 min drive - ‪Drift Cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pacific Palms Bowling Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪Riverside Co - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. located? > Situated in Smiths Lake, this holiday home is steps from Smiths Lake and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bramble's Reserve. Sandbar Beach and Wallis Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. Reviews 9.4 ### 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 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Jason G. 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family getaway with plenty of things to do Amazing layout for our family with plenty of options if the weather isn’t the best. Table tennis was a massive hit with our crew. ##### Jason G. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin M. 22 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Robin We loved the peace and quiet and the spacious pavilions. Perfect for our adult family gathering. ##### Robin M. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen H. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful house! The house was perfect for our family group. A beautiful location close to the lake for swimming and kyaking. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook up a storm. 3 bathrooms was a great feature. Lovely outdoor areas in the exuberant garden for relaxing. The yard was very secure for our furry family members. ##### Helen H. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024