10/10 Excellent
Gary
26 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gary
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach
Holiday home in Lake Cathie with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Lake view
Explore the area
Lake Cathie, NSW
- Lake Innes Nature ReservePlace, Lake Innes Nature Reserve2 min walk
- Rainbow BeachPlace, Rainbow Beach5 min walk
- Lighthouse BeachPlace, Lighthouse Beach10 min drive
- Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)Airport, Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)22 min drive
Room options
About the area
Lake Cathie
At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Innes Nature Reserve and Rainbow Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player in home. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Lake Cathie holiday home include Lake Innes Ruins and Port Macquarie Golf Course.
What's nearby
- Lake Innes Nature Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Rainbow Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Lighthouse Beach - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
- North Haven Beach - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
- Pilot Beach - 24 min drive - 16.9 km
Getting around
- Wauchope Station - 22 min drive
- Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- Oliver's Real Food - 18 min drive
- Crave @ Bonnys - 9 min drive
- Tacking Point Tavern - 9 min drive
- Bonny Hills Beach Hotel - 7 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.
Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach
Looks can be deceiving and you will be very pleasantly surprised with your holiday destination at Aqua Cottage! Tastefully decorated throughout - Modern, comfortable & cool with a magic uninterrupted views across the lake. Please note you will need to provide your own linen.
A short walk to the beach access and a central location for all local conveniences: Shopping Centre, cafe, local shops just across the bridge, Bowling Club, Tavern, Tennis Courts. Plenty of off street parking for the car & the boat.
Sleeps 4: 1 Queen, 2 Singles. Electric stove, Microwave, Large fridge, Picnic BBQ directly opposite at the lake's edge (approx 20 metres).
Linen not supplied
No pets permitted
No smoking
Please be sure to read our terms & conditions, as by proceeding with a booking you are agreeing to these terms.
A short walk to the beach access and a central location for all local conveniences: Shopping Centre, cafe, local shops just across the bridge, Bowling Club, Tavern, Tennis Courts. Plenty of off street parking for the car & the boat.
Sleeps 4: 1 Queen, 2 Singles. Electric stove, Microwave, Large fridge, Picnic BBQ directly opposite at the lake's edge (approx 20 metres).
Linen not supplied
No pets permitted
No smoking
Please be sure to read our terms & conditions, as by proceeding with a booking you are agreeing to these terms.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Boat
- Fishing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 9:30 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
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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.
Property Registration Number 2445, PID-STRA-26006
Property is also known as
'aqua Cottage' 16 Aqua Cres Lake Cathie
'AQUA COTTAGE' 16 Aqua Cres, Lake Cathie Lake Cathie
'AQUA COTTAGE' 16 Aqua Cres, Lake Cathie Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach?
Yep, Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach is a short 5-minute walk from Rainbow Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, fishing and swimming.
Does Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach?
No, Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach?
No, pets are not allowed.
Aqua Cottage - lakefront cottage with easy access to the beach Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Christina J.
14 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Right on the lake with great views. Older holiday property but we’ll maintained. No wifi or linen and very early checkout of 9.30am. Well equipped kitchen, good hot water.
Christina J.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kevin L.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
It was outstanding
It was fantastic place to stay except the ants in the kitchen every morning would stay there again
Kevin L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debra
5 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great little cottage in a perfect position, super clean and well equipped, highly recommend.
Debra
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
julie r.
23 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for us , loved the vista
Very easy
julie r.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020