8/10 Good
Joan R.
Mar 9, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Joan R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Entire home
Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool
Family-friendly stay with sofa beds in Smiths Lake
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Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Washer
- Dryer
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Lake view
Explore the area
Smiths Lake, NSW
- Smiths LakePlace, Smiths Lake1 min walk
- Forster-Tuncurry Golf CoursePlace, Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course26 min drive
- Forster Town BeachPlace, Forster Town Beach29 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Smiths Lake
Seaside stay .Stay at this Smiths Lake vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Smiths Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Bramble's Reserve. Sandbar Beach and Smiths Lake Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Smiths Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Myall Lakes National Park - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
- One Mile Beach - 25 min drive - 19.8 miles
- Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 26 min drive - 20.3 miles
- Forster Town Beach - 29 min drive - 22.2 miles
Restaurants
- The Beachhouse - 12 min drive
- The Good Food Store - 8 min walk
- Kembali Cafe - 8 min drive
- Pacific Palms Bowling Club - 17 min walk
- Twenty by Twelve Cafe + Foodstore - 8 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.
Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool
Nestled in the trees, Akama has filtered views of Celito Beach. This architecturally inspired home boasts open plan living, timber flooring throughout, cross ventilation and ceiling fans. Enjoy a solar heated saltwater pool to cool off with the family and friends on those hot summer days. In Winter, the real flame gas fireplace becomes the heart of the house.
T H I N G S . W E . L O V E
- 4 x 4m solar heated saltwater pool
- Separate studio pavilion with ensuite
- Filtered views of the Celito Beach
- Gas fireplace for Winter
- Now with Wi-Fi
H O M E . T R U T H S
- A pre-authorised bond is charged prior to arrival
- Strict no party or function policy
- No smoking inside
- Pets by application - please ask us!
- Solar heated pool, dependent on weather
- Bring your own linen for beds and bathrooms - Pillows, blankets & doonas are provided
Smiths Lake : For those wanting to enjoy still waters instead of the open ocean, Smiths Lake is the number one choice in the Pacific Palms area. Shrouded by a lush littoral forest and neatly separated from the sea by Sandbar Beach, this is a family favourite for those eager to enjoy a spot of water-skiing, boating, paddling or windsurfing (the open lake waters making for a windsurfers dream). With an impressive catchment area spanning 32 square kilometres and waterways of 11 square kilometres you can enjoy all the benefits of this unique, tucked-away calm waterway. However, should you feel a pull for the waves, the picturesque Cellito Beach can be accessed via a boardwalk at the northern end of Sandbar Beach.
T H I N G S . W E . L O V E
- 4 x 4m solar heated saltwater pool
- Separate studio pavilion with ensuite
- Filtered views of the Celito Beach
- Gas fireplace for Winter
- Now with Wi-Fi
H O M E . T R U T H S
- A pre-authorised bond is charged prior to arrival
- Strict no party or function policy
- No smoking inside
- Pets by application - please ask us!
- Solar heated pool, dependent on weather
- Bring your own linen for beds and bathrooms - Pillows, blankets & doonas are provided
Smiths Lake : For those wanting to enjoy still waters instead of the open ocean, Smiths Lake is the number one choice in the Pacific Palms area. Shrouded by a lush littoral forest and neatly separated from the sea by Sandbar Beach, this is a family favourite for those eager to enjoy a spot of water-skiing, boating, paddling or windsurfing (the open lake waters making for a windsurfers dream). With an impressive catchment area spanning 32 square kilometres and waterways of 11 square kilometres you can enjoy all the benefits of this unique, tucked-away calm waterway. However, should you feel a pull for the waves, the picturesque Cellito Beach can be accessed via a boardwalk at the northern end of Sandbar Beach.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3 private bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Porch/lanai
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the bay
- Near the sea
- On a lake
Things to do
- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkeling 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 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
- 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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.
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, 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.
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-18556
Property is also known as
Akama At Smiths Smiths
Akama Pacific Palms Holidays
Akama at Smiths Lake Smiths Lake
Akama at Smiths Lake Private vacation home
Akama at Smiths Lake Private vacation home Smiths Lake
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Frequently asked questions
Does Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool to the beach?
This vacation home is 3.3 mi (10-min drive) from Sandbar Beach and 4.9 mi (9-min drive) from Blueys Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool to downtown Smiths Lake?
This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Smiths Lake.
Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
10 - Excellent
2
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 7 reviews
8 - Good
4
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews
2 - Terrible
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Sharon J.
Feb 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Lovely house, could do with more maintaining, the deck was rotten (my husband’s foot went through the deck twice!) The kitchen lacked basic equipment eg. the oven switch was broken and the bread board was in two pieces. Much of the equipment in poor condition.
Sharon J.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Steve G.
Oct 3, 2022
Not clean swimming pool
Not clean swimming pool
Steve G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ross G.
Mar 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and great house. Plenty of area for family group and all amenities were great
Great property and would highly recommend
Ross G.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
danijela d.
Jan 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
A really good experience the house is spacious and clean. We were disappointed with the state of the bbq which did not work so we had to go out and buy our own and a pool cleaner would have been nice! Overall we had a great time staying here this property is pretty for large families I encourage anyone who is thinking of booking this property to book now you’ll love it !
danijela d.
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
Jan 28, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, great for large family
Great location, quiet and comfortable. Bird life everywhere. Great living areas for large family. Beautiful back deck with views to the water. Fantastic pool that is out of the wind and central to the living areas.
Susan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
Sharon B.
Nov 6, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful spot in Smiths Lake
The house was spacious and well equipped with beautiful views. The check in and out process would have been easier with a lock box. A basic folder with things to do in the area and how things worked in the house would also have been helpful. Not having mobile reception or wi fi was a little challenging.
Sharon B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019