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Saltwater Apartments

3.0 star property
3-star beach apartments with free WiFi

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Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | Living area | 40-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Illaroo Rd, Lake Cathie, NSW, 2445
  • Place, Rainbow Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lighthouse Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Pilot Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Oceanfront

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beach View

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Lake Cathie

Walk to the beach.Your stay at this Lake Cathie apartment places you within a 10-minute walk of Rainbow Beach and Lake Innes Nature Reserve. Queens Lake Nature Reserve and Mary Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rainbow Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lighthouse Beach - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Tacking Point Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Long Point Vineyard & Art Gallery - 19 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Pilot Beach - 25 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wauchope Station - 23 min drive
  • Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caramels - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Offshore Coffee Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tacking Point Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Cathie Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Little Fish Cafe - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Saltwater Apartments

3-star beach apartments with free WiFi
Saltwater Apartments offers its guests a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Saltwater Apartments also features barbecue grills and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Lake Cathie apartment is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Saltwater Apartments offers 6 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include double sofa beds. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Lake Cathie apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-cm flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach (direct access)

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Pool loungers
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Free WiFi is limited to 2 hours per day

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Double sofa bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 15 per day

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 40-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Snorkeling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 6 units
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 40 per week
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
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. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number 2445, PID-STRA-23591

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in June.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 2 hours per day

Property is also known as

Saltwater Apartments Apartment
Saltwater Apartments Lake Cathie
Saltwater Apartments Apartment Lake Cathie

Frequently asked questions

How close is Saltwater Apartments to the airport?

Saltwater Apartments is 13.3 mi (27-min drive) away from the Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Saltwater Apartments?

As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saltwater Apartments on Oct 16, 2025 start from $166.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Saltwater Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Saltwater Apartments.

How close is Saltwater Apartments to the beach?

This apartment is a short 1-minute walk from Rainbow Beach and 4.5 mi (8-min drive) from Rainbow Beach Reserve. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Saltwater Apartments offer free breakfast?

Saltwater Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Saltwater Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Saltwater Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Saltwater Apartments?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Saltwater Apartments have a pool?

Saltwater Apartments features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Saltwater Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Saltwater Apartments to downtown Lake Cathie?

Saltwater Apartments is 1.3 mi away from Lake Cathie.