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Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach

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A concrete walkway bordered by large rocks leading to the ocean.
A covered porch with a table and chairs, overlooking a road with a car and a boat dock.
A modern kitchen with a green island, white cabinets, and wooden chairs.
A modern living room with a black sofa, a red throw blanket, and a large potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a door with a glass panel.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Blacksmiths, NSW
  • Place, Byrnes Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Blacksmiths Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the area

Newcastle

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Byrnes Reserve and Blacksmiths Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features a balcony or patio, a living room and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Netflix, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .In the area of this Blacksmiths holiday home, you'll find Lake Macquarie.
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What's nearby

  • Byrnes Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Merewether Beach - 31 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 36 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market St Cafe - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good One Coffee & Things - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Yoga Place Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Toronthai Toronto - ‬28 min drive

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.

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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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ?

Yep, Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach is a short 9-minute walk from Blacksmiths Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ?

No, Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Waterside Retreat @ Blacksmiths Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla P.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria S.

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

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
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn M.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenn T.

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie- jane

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026