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Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand

Family-friendly stay near Lake Macquarie

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A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and a hilly landscape in the background.
A modern kitchen with a white countertop, black pendant lights, and wooden stools.
A house with a porch, a pathway, and various plants.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Catherine Hill Bay, NSW
  • Place, Catherine Hill Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonee Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Catherine Hill Bay vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Catherine Hill Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Moonee Beach. Ghosties Beach and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Catherine Hill Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moonee Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lake Macquarie - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Terrigal Beach - 45 min drive - 39.3 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 45 min drive - 26.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 17 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nords Wharf Trading Post - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Munmorah United Bowling Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Matt’s Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪8 at Trinity - ‬30 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.

Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand

Want to enjoy the sun, surf & sand in a beautiful heritage beachhouse? Then look no further than this coastal gem, just steps away from a pristine beach and surrounded by national park. Relax on spacious verandahs, take a dip in the sparkling sea, or stroll to the nearby Catho Pub. It’s pet-friendly too with fenced gardens and a dog-friendly beach. Just 90 minutes from Sydney, but feels like a million miles away.

Torodes features:
- 3 bedrooms sleeping up to 8 ppl - bedroom 1 (queen), bedroom 2 (queen), bedroom 3 (2x single), plus optional double sofa bed in loft sunroom
- 1.5 bathrooms (plus a hot outdoor shower!)
- Off-street parking for two cars
- Open plan lounge & dining
- Full equipped modern kitchen
- Wood heater
- Air conditioning
- Nespresso machine
- Huge covered verandahs with hammock & BBQ
- Fully fenced yard
- Google TV, DVD, Netflix, Amazon Prime
- Sound bar with Bluetooth
- Fast NBN wireless internet.

Catherine Hill Bay is in Awabakal Country in the Hunter Valley Region of NSW. It was recently recognised for its outstanding beauty in the book "101 Best Australian Beaches".

The heritage precinct of Catherine Hill Bay consists of less than 150 houses. Torodes was the original cottage hospital in the old town, which has been beautifully restored with all modern conveniences while retaining the retro character of years gone by.

Across the road, the southern end of Catherine Hill Bay beach is patrolled from October to April. Recreational activities include swimming, surfing, fishing and coastal walks. The village is surrounded by National Parks and is a great base for bushwalking and bird watching. The beach across the road is dog friendly for the area north of the creek (which is 90% of the beach).

Torodes is a fantastic base for exploring the Hunter Valley Region, including the expansive waterways of Lake Macquarie (minutes away), the thriving food and arts scene in Newcastle (40 minutes) and the Hunter Valley vineyards (1 hour).

Guests have access to the the full house and yard as described above, including off-street parking for two cars. Rental rates do not include use of the separate Karaabah studio at the rear of the property.

Please read the house rules carefully before booking this property. Parties and functions are strictly prohibited.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite 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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite 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 each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-10996

Property is also known as

116637

Frequently asked questions

How close is Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand to the airport?

This vacation home is 37.1 mi (62-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Catherine Hill Beach and 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Moonee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand to downtown Newcastle?

This vacation home is 18.1 mi away from Newcastle.

Torodes - pet friendly and moments from the sand Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great holiday home

The property was very nice and the closeness to the beach was perfect for myself and my friends trip away. Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay

Everything from the location to the actual place was amazing. Paul was very welcoming and provided all the information we needed to make our stay exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

The house is gorgeous, the location is perfect and Paul provided great information for check in. We were offered late check out which was so amazing to enjoy the house and the area for longer. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Loved the house. Will visit again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

This house is beautiful in the perfect location, we wished we booked extra nights. Checkin and out was easy and Paul was very prompt at replying
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coastal Serenity

We had a wonderfully relaxing stay. Fabulous location with beach and coastal walks. House was very comfortable and setup with everything we could possibly need including a large verandah and a fully fenced yard for our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Beach House

This house is wonderful, there are so many thoughtful inclusions and it is an absolutely beautiful property. The location is so convenient. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven on a stick

Loved the house - retained character but heaps of comfort and luxury. Great secure garden. So many spaces to enjoy. Fantastic beach for walking and surfing - feels undiscovered though that is changing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

August 2024 Stay at Torodes

The house is a fantastic location across the road from the beach. It’s a great size for 1-2 families with a yard in the back for small games. The verandah also is a lovely space for lunch. Paul was quick to help and friendly to communicate with. Thanks for all your help during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay

We had an amazing pre- Christmas weekend away. Wonderful location, gorgeous and well appointed house and the giant backyard was an amazing luxury! Hopefully will make it back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant location & cottage

Torodes is a beautifully renovated cottage which oozes charm. It is extremely well equipped with everything you need for a relaxing stay. It is probably one of the best beach side houses we have ever stayed at. Our dog loved the large back garden & beach directly across the road. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

Great place on the beach plenty of room for the 7 of us. Looking forward to going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short Break

Torodes is a lovely cottage,great location.Ocean Views amazing.Great host Paul, the cottage had every thing you need. My little sausage dog loved the stay and the beach.Fab break... Thanks Paul
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just beautiful!!!

We had the best stay at Toordes!! Paul was great at communicating with us, the house was well equipped with everything we needed and more. The best were comfy, the shower was great and the view from the upstairs balcony just incredible. Our two doggos joined us at the stay - there was so much space for them in a big doggo friendly yard. They had the best time running around and had fun on the dog friendly beach opposite. Catherine hill is a very special place to us and we hope to be back soon and will defo being stay back at Toorodes if Paul will have us again ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family gathering

Felt at home as soon as we stepped inside… enough space for the 8 of us… & our Labrador. Perfect location in a very unique part of the coast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house in a great location

I stayed here with a group of friends and we had a wonderful time. The house is located across the road from the beach and within walking distance to the local pub and a small cafe. The accommodation is wonderful! Lots of little pockets to hang out in, comfortable beds and the owners have thought of everything for you so the house is well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly as described

We had a great stay at Torodes. The place is very clean and welcoming. After a year where our family had been separated due to lockdowns it was priceless to spend it together at such an amazing location and comfortable house. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A charming, low key, relaxing break

Torodes is a charming cottage and its location across the road from the beach is perfect. The upstairs sunroom was great for watching the world go by and the downstairs verandah was perfect for drying off between swims. The big back yard and dog friendly beach were brilliant playgrounds for the 4 legged family member. CHB itself is quaint and very low key. The beach is stunning. We loved our stay and will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and quiet and directly opposite the beach

A beautiful house and location directly opp the beach - we loved the loft and rooftop balcony (yes, it’s rooftop) overlooking the beach for our sunset drinks. A huge backyard ideal for kids. House was very clean and had everything we needed. We also appreciated the prompt comms with Paul throughout - thanks for sharing with us :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Wonderful Escape

Beautifully presented property that oozes the love and pride taken by Paul and his family. This feels like a home away from home. Our only regret is not staying longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great traditional beach house

We really enjoyed our stay here. Great location opposite the beach although some road noise in the front room. Very well equipped for the holiday maker. Lots of stuff for the kids including boogie boards and surfboards, Netflix and Stan. Great kitchen with lots of little extras for cooks. Awesome verandah and garden with lots of afternoon sun. Would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunny, charming, beach house bliss

We had a really special time at Torodes. The character of the place, the way it opens up to the garden, the shady and warm wrap around verandah, the light & air which flood the living spaces and the NE facing MBR make it super relaxing and happy. You really don’t have to leave the house to be in a position to absorb the feeling of having escaped. It is tasteful and thoroughly charming in a way that you can’t help but sink into holiday mode. With the patrolled area of the beach being literally a stroll across the road, dozens of walks and numerous golf courses around the area, we had plenty to keep us occupied. We will return again and again to enjoy the bliss of this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous beach escape.

The house has everything you could possibly need to have a wonderful holiday. The position right on the beach was great but it was also very hard to leave the charming house with the most beautiful garden that has so many hidden spots to sit in the sun or cool off with the sea breeze. The top balcony is also a special spot to enjoy watching the world go by and to check out the waves on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, lovely home with old world charm and modern finishes.

I highly recommend Torodes for a holiday destination, the house is very welcoming and so easy to relax in. Kitchen is great with all modern amenities, bedrooms are a good size with super comfy beds and lux linen. The verandah areas are fantastic and so is the fenced in garden. Then to top it off the beach is just across the road. Paul was excellent with his communication and very accommodating. We will be back, many thanks Paul
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Repeat customers

Repeat customers to this beautiful place in Catherine Hill Bay I owner has improved the place since our last visit several years ago...improved kitchen, expanded communal space, Lux sheets etc. highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

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