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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gwandalan, New South Wales
  • Lake Macquarie
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Ghosties Beach
  • Blacksmiths Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gwandalan

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Bird Island Nature Reserve and Palm Tree Circuit Track Trailhead.

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 27 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Belmont Golf Course - 28 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • John Hunter Hospital - 45 min drive - 28.3 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 52 min drive - 31.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 18 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Gwandalan Take-away - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪8 at Trinity - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Bay Hotel Motel - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Crystal Blue Takeaway - ‬14 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.

The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more!

Nestled amongst the palms trees and tropical garden on the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie this is the perfect location to spend a few days or weeks sailing, skiing, swimming, paddling, boating and fishing.

The Place is not just an ideal summer house, it's a fantastic base with plenty to do around the area from a private Hunter Valley mini bus trip from your door to exploring the areas of Newcastle, stroll along Darby Street for a spot of lunch or explore nearby Caves Beach & Catherine Hill Bay.

When you want a rest from playing in and on the biggest salt water lake in the Southern Hemisphere, you could play a game of cricket or footy on the waterfront reserve, enjoy the gardens and pool in this fully fenced property, relax with the kids at Lioness Park which is a short walk across the bridge, or hang out at the house and enjoy many of the extensive features included as outlined below.

THE PLACE is well equipped for a great family holiday and is big enough to accommodate two families or the extended family. It has two living areas, ensuring there is enough space for everyone to relax and chill out. The downstairs living area has been set up for children with a cupboard full of games and toys, and Arcade Machine. whilst the upstairs living area is more for the big kids, with a bar area and a large tv for the armchair sports lovers.

There is also 2 Kayak's at the property with life jackets provided for that little bit of extra fun! Used at your own risk.

Bed 1 - Upstairs Master King with ensuite and balcony access
Bed 2 - Upstairs 2 Single Beds
Bed 3 - Downstairs Queen Bed
Bed 4 - Downstairs Double Bed and Single bunks

There is a fully functioning kitchen with oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Plastic ware for the kids and serving ware for entertaining is also included for use along with a pantry that has a selection of essentials such as tea, coffee, hot chocolate, sugar, sauce, salt, pepper, herbs, spices, oil, cling wrap, foil and paper towel. The laundry has both washing machine and dryer and there is an iron and ironing board for guests to use.

All bathrooms have a limited supply of soap, hand soap and toilet paper. The downstairs bathroom also has a separate bath as well as a shower. Bed linen and bath towels are provided for your convenience.

Ducted air conditioning upstairs and gas heating along with fans downstairs will keep the house at a comfortable temperature all year round. The balcony overlooks the reserve and lake making it the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Important message for guests organising events.
We have a strict no party or events policy. It is in a quiet neighbourhood, so any type of events such as hens/bucks/schoolies/end of season sporting groups/birthday parties celebration are not allowed. If you are unsure if your group falls into any of these categories please enquire before booking. We can easily determine if the house rule of “No parties or events” is disrespected, and this means additional charges, bond forfeited and/or eviction will apply.

PLEASE NOTE: All bookings are subject to the owners pre-approval and we endeavour to notify you of the status of your booking within 24hrs.

Property manager

The Property Market Australia

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-7665

Property is also known as

The Central Coast Gwandalan
THE Place- Central Coast Gwandalan
THE Place- Central Coast Private vacation home
THE Place- Central Coast Private vacation home Gwandalan
2934-234515

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! 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 The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (19-min drive) from Frazer Beach and 7.8 mi (14-min drive) from Moonee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! to downtown Gwandalan?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Gwandalan.

The Place - Pool, Lake, Kayaks & much more! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmela R., Breakfast Point Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous home

The Place was fabulous. Location was great with lake accessable from back. All the linen was clean and good quality. The beds eere very comfortable. The copboards in kitchen were very generosity stocked and all cupboards labled.. lots of toys and games for kids and adults. Outdoor equipmen
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tania M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gwandalan stay

A lovely house. Some amenities in need of an update, but very clean and comfortable stay in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family holiday

This property was absolutely amazing Location was great It had everything we needed at the house & more Can’t wait to stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesca J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Summer break!

We had such a great 5 nights. The kids barely left the pool but did go out kayaking once and enjoyed that too. The house is large enough that you can get away from each other as there are two living rooms. We ate upstairs on the deck using the bbq and looking out at all the lovely greenery. We did visit two beaches but could easily have stayed at the house with the pool! The house is not so done up that you feel nervous having your kids there but it is just the right amount of space and plenty of facilities to keep all ages busy or relaxed, depending on what you want. We did a big shop before leaving Sydney so the local shops were fine for any last minute top ups. I'm still thinking about floating in the pool - it was a really easy, fun family holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location between Newcastle and Sydney!

Our extended family visited The Place for my Dad's 70th birthday. The house worked well for our ten guests and it was great that our dog Rex, jokingly Dad's 'favourite' member of the famly was welcome as well! The pool and proximity to the lake provided additional fun memories for our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Celia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Away

Overall we had an enjoyable weekend, the place was clean , and the space is large enough for the family. The children enjoyed the pool and the adults took time to unwind and relaxed in a quiet environment. We look forward for another visit. Kind regards from a very happy family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property!

Went with the whole family, we all enjoyed it, and loved having the pool and ocean as our backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zola B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely spot for a family weekend. Plenty to do and and fantastic facilities in the house.

The only disappointment was not getting to use the pool as it was green but probably unavoidable due to the severe weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Week Away

We had a wonderful weeks holiday. The property included all the items we needed to keep the kids occupied and enjoy their time and allow mum and dad to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location, Perfect home, Perfect holiday!

We had a perfect summer holiday, the house is spacious with lots of great/thoughtful touches. Excellent for groups or families - our teenager even enjoyed it, so it must be good - right? The location is fantastic, a short stroll through gardens to get to the lakeshore, and the local "Bowlo", a corner store, butcher and a bakery are only a 7min walk away. The pool was fantastic, we spent every day in it! The house is excellent for pets, as its fully fenced, and the owners have thoughtfully provided some doggy necessities in case you forget... The only caution I would suggest is for those with guests who may be elderly (parents/grandparents), or mobility limited - as the main lounge is upstairs (where the Air-Con & big TV are), but Kitchen and most bedrooms+bath are downstairs. We had an amazing week long holiday there, and we honestly didn't want to leave! We will return next Summer for sure...!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte N., Wentworth Falls

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing family getaway

This was an amazing house for a family holiday in a spectacular location by the water. The house was fantastic and very clean and also had very comfortable beds. This house had absolutely everything we needed for our family holiday and our kids had the best time, we would recommend staying at this property to families of all ages who love the water and ocean. We are very grateful to have had the opportunity to stay in this amazing house in an even better location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Stay at The Place

We had a relaxing time at The Place, making the most of the pool in particular. It was just what we needed, a real sanctuary of peace and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Ngoc-Thanh L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas Break

The house located on the Lake Macquarie great to take the kids fishing & walks. House was also great with plenty of things to keep the little ones entertained & such a short drive to caves beach! We loved the pool & the host was excellent in responding to any enquires. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place for family relaxation

This is a wonderful property so unwind and relax at. We did not leave at all during our 4 day stay, we simply enjoyed the pool, the AC upstairs, watched the cricket and played games. The Place has everything you need and we had a great time. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Brilliant place to stay, great location with really good amenities for the kids! Would highly recommend this for any family looking for a good place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house

Lovely house with multiple living areas Beautiful pool- short walk to the lake with gorgeous walks around perimeter. Quick drives to Woolworths The house is well stocked and has toys books dvds and a wonderful arcade machine. Boys enjoyed the canoes as well as hubby. Very relaxing and can’t wait to go again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

We were looking for a house not too far from home and that could accommodate all the family and THE PLACE fitted our criteria. The living area upstairs was especially nice with a lovely deck overlooking the tropical surrounds and the pool area. Beds were comfortable and kitchen very well stocked with everything you would need. Highly recommend for a family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maryann F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house amidst beautiful surroundings. Amazing getaway location

Beautiful property. House is as listed, with the living areas both upstairs and downstairs which is perfect for the group we had which included a family with children. Great outdoor areas, lots of space to spread out. Close walk to the local shops, and very short walk out the back to Lake Macquarie and a beautifully worn in lakeside path. Even when the temp wasn’t that high, the weather was mild and lovely. The gardens are also stunning and make us really feel like we were quite far from home. Thanks very much for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little getaway

Amazing place for the family, clean, beautiful location and lots of fun little activities around the house. Only 2 min walk to the lake which you can see from upstairs. Family friendly and plenty of room!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful find....relaxing gem!

"The Place" was terrific with lots of great options / zones in the house to keep everyone happy and entertained! Beautiful views and access to the lake for walks and fresh air! We'll be back in spring / summer to enjoy the pool etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

sara w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for 2 families and dogs

We had a great stay, house was good for kids and dogs. We loved the upstairs living room for the adults. Location is beautiful, there is a really lovely nature reserve behind the house and you can easily walk along to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlene G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home away from home for families

We stayed just over a week and it was no where near enough. Our stay at the place was lovely, we could not fault it. The activities and things provided were very thoughtful and all put to use. It is central to a lot of destinations but also secluded enough to feel the peace and calmness of being away. We frequented fishing at the lake and it was a hit with my 6 y.o as she was able to catch and release plenty of fish. We will definitely be coming back again. No doubt about it. Thank you for the wonderful stay at The Place. It was an amazing experience!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Sema C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home, with beautiful views

We had a lovely time at this property, the views were beautiful and the home was spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious house for family

There was enough room for two families, and the games/entertainment for the kids were appreciated. Backyard access to the lake was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect lakeside getaway

In sun and in rain this property was indeed The Place. Suited our family style perfectly and very well catered and equipped. We would definitely stay again. Great location, peaceful and very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021