On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Macquarie and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Palm Tree Circuit Track Trailhead and Bird Island Nature Reserve.
Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 11 min drive - 2.9 miles
Norah Head Lighthouse - 25 min drive - 15.0 miles
Blacksmiths Beach - 26 min drive - 17.4 miles
John Hunter Hospital - 47 min drive - 29.8 miles
Getting around
Wyee Station - 18 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
Wangi Workers Club - 39 min drive
McDonald's - 18 min drive
Coastal & Co Takeaway - 15 min drive
Bay Hotel Motel - 31 min drive
Crystal Blue Takeaway - 15 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.
Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway
Amazing waterfront, stunning sunsets, huge yards, huge decks, private jetty. Kayaks, paddles and dingy here and you can bring a boat, sail, cruise, swim, fish or simply bbq, chill and relax.
Starfish Cottage is perfect for singles, couples or family getaways.
Available after friends and family said it's too beautiful not to let others enjoy it, Starfish Cottage is less than an hour from the start of the freeway heading North.
Swim, sail, waterski, moor your boat at the private jetty, use the Cottage kayaks or dinghy, fish, walk, or simply toast the stunning sunsets on either the upstairs or downstairs large merbau decks and comfortable lounges while the lake shimmers in front of you.
The hardest decision will be shall we ski, sail or paddle now... or what book or newspaper shall we read next... and has that bottle chilled long enough?
Relax while the small kids splash in the shallow shores and the big kids use water toys (free use of kayaks and dinghy) dive off the jetty, sail if they're boat lovers or amuse themselves with the pool table, or watch either of the 2 TV's ( one absolutely huge!) or play cricket or footy on the truly massive waterfront lawn.
Water-skiers, sailors and fishers, will particularly appreciate being able to come right into the sandy beach of the waterfront or pull up at the jetty for disembarking.
There are plenty of lounges and chairs to star gaze at night and watch the spectacular shooting stars whilst listening to the clinking masts of the moored boats and watching for possums and hooting owls.
Equally Wifi, lots of books and board games will help wile away the hours.
Summerland Point fronting Frying Pan Bay has the best aspect of Lake Macquarie and Starfish Cottage is in the best street on the Coast with the longest block.
Beds include the super king size bed, queen bed, double and single bunk beds, two double sofa beds ( 1 in games room, 1 in lounge) that provide sleeping accommodation for 11 people.
Facilities include:
2 toilets/showers ( 1 up/1 down) 2 living areas (1 up/1 down) 3 bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with 1 super king bed,( with full water views), Bedroom 2 with 1 queen ( with water views), and Bedroom 3 with 1 double bed/single bunk above bed. 2 separate sofa beds,(downstairs games and lounge room) 2 large BBQ's - upstairs and downstairs decks 2 TV's, Wifi Well equipped BBQ's ( top deck and ground deck) Well equipped kitchen ( Cutlery, plate, serving bowls, fry pans, rice cooker. toasters, glass coffee pots etc). 2 large fridges ( 1 up and 1 down) upstairs deck dining and BBQ downstairs deck and industrial BBQ and lower deck dining tables.
A washing machine and dryer mean all those towels and swimsuits can be easily refreshed for the next day.
The air conditioning unit as well as fans and the lake breeze provide excellent cooling in warmer months while Winter on the water is truly ambiant with new air conditioning and electric heaters making Lake watching, book reading and game afternoons an absolute delight.
Charmingly freshly decorated in a starfish/beach/nautical theme on the magnificent largest salt water lake in the Southern hemisphere and providing plenty of places to explore in your boat, Starfish Cottage will seem like a million miles away from your normal life.
Equally it is close enough to have friends up for lunch, duck over to the Hunter Valley to the Vineyards, make the short drive to the beautiful beaches of Catherine Hill Bay or Caves Beach, dive down to the Entrance, Terrigal or Avoca for something different or meander to the local Summerland Point or Gwandalan Italian or Thai restaurants.
If staying casual and living the great Aussie dream of cooking on the BBQ for breakfast, lunch and dinner sounds like heaven, then there's always fresh supplies from the supermarket a quick stroll around the waterfront.
The local liquor shop, petrol station, hot bread shop, hot seafood and good old fashioned Aussie hamburger ( with beetroot if you fancy it) and local Thai takeaway ensure your stay at Starfish Cottage is going to be congratulating yourself on your time out to smell the roses and appreciate how beautiful life at Lake Macquarie, so close to Sydney, is.
If you are feeling energetic or simply had enough of your motorised watersports you can always walk straight from the front of water around the beautiful 5km lakeside walk, paddle across the bay to the park, or grab your bike and follow the trails to Gwandalan or around to the local cordoned off swimming area at the picturesque Sandy Beach.
Mums and dads, small children, teenagers, in-laws, state and international visitors will all love Starfish Cottage. It provides a fantastic taste of Australian waterfront living that you'll be planning when you can come back to as soon as you arrive.
Location and Attractions
Waterfront literally in your huge front yard..Local parks playgrounds and bushland just a short a quick drive
Only a drive away.....
Swansea (10 min) Fraser Park Beach (7min) Catherine Hill Bay Beach (7min) Caves Beach (10 min) The Vineyards at the Hunter Valley (40 min) The Entrance (25 min) Terrigal/Avoca (30 min) Tuggerah ( 20 min) Newcastle (35min) Raffertys Resort and Restaurant (10 min)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Video game console
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Next to a golf course
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 pets
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 2259, PID-STRA-9939
Property is also known as
64306
Frequently asked questions
How close is Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway to the airport?
This vacation home is 57.1 mi (71-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway to the beach?
This vacation home is 7.6 mi (19-min drive) from Frazer Beach and 7.7 mi (12-min drive) from Moonee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Absolute water jetty decks bbq’s kayaks billiards fab sunsets 55 min up freeway to downtown Summerland Point?
This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Summerland Point.