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The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake

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Beoordelingen

10 op 10 –

Uitzonderlijk

Gehele woning

7 slaapkamers3 badkamersMax. aantal: 18395 m²

Populaire voorzieningen

  • Parkeerplaatsen beschikbaar
  • Wasmachine
  • Barbecue
  • Airconditioning
  • Keuken
  • Droogkast

Over deze accommodatie

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The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake

In just under 3 hours North of Sydney between Seal Rocks & Forster lies "The Lake Retreat".

The house is situated on the southern shores of Smiths Lake in a quiet idyllic location. From this prominent waterfront position the house overlooks the lake, giving magnificent views from the property.

The property has a modern and stylish interior, sleeps a maximum of 18 with 12 beds, 1 sofa bed and 3.5 bathrooms.

The Lake Retreat holiday rental is the entire house, both top and lower levels. You will have the entire place to yourself when renting this property.

Discounts can be provided for Children Under12. Please send a booking enquiry for a quote.

Linen is included for bookings of 5 nights or more.

The Nightly Rate is based on 10 guests. There is an additional charge for extra guests of $65 per Adult per night and $40 per Child 12 years & under per night. Children 13 years + are charged at the Adult Rate. Infants 12 months & under are free.

The easy waterfront access allows you to moor your own boat at the foot of the property and enjoy this prime Lake frontage with sandy shores.

The area is a natural paradise surrounded by Wallis Lake, Smith Lake, Myall Lake & the Pacific Ocean. This area features pristine secluded beaches and National Parks. Smiths Lake is the smallest of the lakes and is separated from the ocean by a natural sandbar. It provides extremely safe swimming for kids and is also excellent for water sports.

If you're looking for a great place to take time out from the stress of life or just sit back and take in the views, and the serenity "The Lake Retreat" is the place for you.

To avoid disappointment we advise you to book early, especially during the school holidays and the summer months.

The Lake Retreat follows the Holiday Industry Code of Conduct.

Please contact us for any questions you have regarding "The Lake Retreat" we are happy to answer any enquiries.

Property Features

The Lake Retreat is ideal for extended family, families or friends who like to holiday together.

The house has the following features:

Top Level:
* Open plan Kitchen / Lounge / Dining with reverse cycle air conditioning.
* 2 Queen size bedrooms with ceiling fans that open out onto the deck.
* Large 3rd bedroom with Queen Bed, set of Single bunks, 2 seater lounge, TV and ceiling fan.
* Large undercover Deck area with Lake views.
* Bathroom with twin basins.
* Separate Toilet.
* Large side by side Fridge / Freezer.
* Outdoor Dining table on deck to seat 10. We also provide a trestle table as an extension to seat additional people.
* Small Outdoor table and 4 chairs setup at one end of deck.
* Outdoor lounge with 2 lounge chairs on deck.
* 39" HD LED TV & DVD in 3rd bedroom.
* 70" Full HD Smart TV & DVD in Lounge / Living area with Foxtel.
* Coffee Machine - Expressi from Aldi. (Capsules not provided).
* Bluetooth speaker.
* External Clothes line.
* DVD library suitable for 15 years+
* Games and a few children's books in the 3rd bedroom cupboard.

Lower Level :
* 3 Queen size bedrooms with ceiling fans.
* 2 sets of Single Bunk Beds. (top timber bunk bed is more suited to children / teens. NOT suitable for adults)
* 1 x Queen Sofa Bed in Second Sitting Room.
* Open plan Kitchen / Lounge / Dining with reverse cycle air conditioning.
* Coffee Machine - Expressi from Aldi. (Capsules not provided).
* 50" Full HD Smart TV & DVD in living area.
* Bluetooth speaker.
* 2 Bathrooms.
* Full Laundry with dryer & internal clothes lines.
* External Clothesline as well.
* Second Fridge in Laundry.
* TV sitting room with sofa bed.
* 39" HD LED TV & DVD.
* DVD library suitable for young children.
* Board Games.
* Spacious outdoor entertaining area overlooking the Lake.
* Outdoor Dining Table to seat 8.
* 4 burner gas BBQ.

* Plenty of Parking for Cars, Boats & Trailers.

*** If you are interested in renting ONLY the lower level, please contact us for rates and availability. This option is not available during our peak period in December/ January. The lower level will sleep a maximum of 10 people. ***

PROPERTY SUITABLE FOR groups over the age of 25 and or family groups only.

PLEASE NOTE: PARTIES, WEDDINGS (WEDDING RELATED), GRADUATES and or SCHOOLIES/TEENAGER bookings are NOT accepted.

STRICTLY NO PETS

NO SMOKING inside.

**Please leave the property as you find it, otherwise additional cleaning charges may apply.**

We also include the use of 4 single Kayaks & 3 man Canadian Canoe which you are free to use at your own risk. No Life Jackets provided.

Linen is not provided for stays less than 5 nights. A Linen Hire Service is available at an additional cost. Please contact owner for details.

Bedding configuration:

Lower Level:
Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen, 1 set of single bunks,
Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen, 1 set of single bunks,
Bedroom 3: 1 x Queen,
Second Sitting Room: 1 x Queen Sofa Bed

Top Level:
Bedroom 4: 1 x Queen,
Bedroom 5: 1 x Queen,
Bedroom 6: 1 x Queen, 1 set of single bunks

Flexible Arrival Time & Checkout available - That's right!! Please contact us prior for availability.

We provide tea towels, soap dispensers, dishwashing detergent & dishwasher powder, cleaning products, garbage bags, aluminum foil & glad wrap, matches & toilet spray. You don't have to bring the whole house with you when you go away.

Local Attractions

The area is ideal for water skiing, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, windsurfing, sailing, swimming, surfing, snorkeling, diving, fishing, 4W driving, golfing, tennis, bushwalking, dolphin & whale watching from Seal Rocks Lighthouse or just relaxing and enjoying the surroundings.

Local National Parks include Booti Booti, Wallingat, and Myall Lakes. The Lake Retreat is situated near the top of the Myall Lakes system that runs south to Port Stephens, 1½ hour trip by boat.

With only a very short drive you can be sitting on one of these Mid North Coast beaches, Seal Rocks, Lighthouse Beach, Cellito, 7 Mile, Boomerang, Elizabeth, Bluey's or Treachery to name a few. Elizabeth Beach is perfect for families and is patrolled during the holidays and then for those naturalists amongst us there is the secluded Shelly's Beach, truly a hidden secret of the region.

Not far away are the magnificent beaches of the Forster Tuncurry region. On the way to Forster, you pass the beautiful Green Cathedral, a popular wedding venue on the mid-north coast under a canopy of palms with a superb view of Wallis Lake. Forster Tuncurry has great restaurants, cafes, many sporting facilities (including indoor aquatic centre) shops, movie theatres, ten-pin bowling, whale and dolphin cruises, and fun parks.

Major supermarkets, plus many variety shops, can be found in Stockland Shopping Centre just south of Forster about 30 minutes away, while all essential items can be obtained locally in the Pacific Palms area at Smiths Lake, Charlotte Bay and Bluey' s.

The local village shops can cater for most of your needs with the butcher, baker, general store, bottle shop, hairdresser, and take away food shops. Fresh seafood caught locally is available, as well as a chemist, deli, and a surf shop. There are also restaurants, cafes, and clubs for dining out. The local Bowling Club & Recreation Club provides a good option for families, they have courtesy buses available.

About a fifteen minute drive from the property towards Forster will see the Recreation Club at Pacific Palms where there is a boat ramp if you choose to go to Forster by water. There are public areas to moor your boat on the Forster side. The local Sunday Markets are held at the Recreation Club on a monthly basis however in the holiday period they are usually on every weekend.

Smiths Lake is famous for the enormous sandbar which divides the lake from the Pacific Ocean. From time to time the sandbar is manually opened to allow the lake to drain and refresh the fish stocks, rendering it tidal for a time. Fishing is a favourite pastime here for both commercial and recreational fisherman with an abundance available.

Why not call into The Frothy Coffee Cafe and Boatshed; they have drinks, meals, and snacks along with bait, canoe, catamaran & tinny hirer. There is a boat ramp, sandy beach, BBQ / picnic area and kids playground nearby.

Approximately 1.5 kilometres away from the property across Seal Rocks Road there is Neranie, on the shores of the beautiful Myall Lakes system, a great spot for a picnic. The Lake is fresh water and safe for young children to swim.

Wallingat National Park a twenty minute drive will take you up to the Whoota Whoota Lookout, with far-reaching views over the coast, the long stretch of Seven Mile Beach to Forster and the islands of Wallis Lake. In Booti Booti National Park at Elizabeth Beach, beginning at the north end of Elizabeth Beach, is a lovely 7- kilometre bush walk, running over the cliffs to Seven Mile Beach before cutting back along the Wallis Lake front.

There is a beautiful picnic area at the Seal Rocks lighthouse, where migrating whales can be spotted travelling north in the winter. There is a nine-hole golf course in the area, as well as 18-hole courses in Forster and Tuncurry, local markets, four-wheel drive access to Sandbar & Lighthouse Beach (Permit required).

So as you can see there is plenty to do if you would like or you can just take it easy and relax.

Accommodatiebeheerder

Jane & Richard Pfeiffer

Accommodatie-voorzieningen

Parkeren en vervoer

  • Auto vereist
  • Parkeerplekken ter plaatse

Keuken

  • Afwasmachine
  • Broodrooster
  • Diepvriezer
  • Elektrische waterkoker
  • Keukeneiland
  • Koelkast
  • Koffiezetapparaat/waterkoker
  • Kookgerei, borden en bestek
  • Kookplaat
  • Microgolfoven
  • Oven

Eetopties

  • Eettafel

Slaapkamers

  • 7 slaapkamers
  • Slaapbank

Badkamer

  • 3 badkamers
  • Douche
  • Haardroger
  • Shampoo
  • Toiletpapier
  • Zeep

Woonruimtes

  • Eettafel
  • Woonkamer

Entertainment

  • Dvd-speler
  • Smart-tv met kabel-/satellietzenders
  • Stereo-installatie

Buiten

  • Balkon
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor entertainmentgebied
  • Picknickplaats
  • Tuin

Wasvoorzieningen

  • Wasmachine

Werkplekken

  • Bureau
  • Bureaustoel

Comfort

  • Airconditioning
  • Ventilator
  • Verwarming

Huisdieren

  • Geen huisdieren toegelaten

Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen

  • Rookvrije accommodatie

Diensten en faciliteiten

  • Strijkijzer/strijkplank

Uitgelichte locatiekenmerken

  • Aan een meer
  • Aan het water
  • Dicht bij de zee
  • In een dorp

Dingen om te doen

  • Kajak
  • Golfbaan in de buurt
  • Jetskiën in de buurt
  • Snorkelen in de buurt
  • Surfen/bodyboarden in de buurt
  • Vismogelijkheid in de buurt
  • Walvissen spotten in de buurt
  • Wandel-/fietsroutes in de buurt
  • Waterskiën in de buurt
  • Watertuben in de buurt
  • Windsurfen in de buurt
  • Zeilen in de buurt
  • Zwemmogelijkheid in de buurt

Veiligheidsvoorzieningen

  • Geen koolmonoxidemelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er geen koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie, noch toestellen op gas)
  • Rookmelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
  • EHBO-doos

Algemeen

  • Tuin
  • Unitgrootte: 395 vierkante meter

Gelijkaardige accommodaties

Beleid

Inchecken

Inchecken kan vanaf 14.00 uur
In- en uitchecken zonder direct persoonlijk contact

Uitchecken

Uitchecken voor 10.00 uur

Speciale incheckinstructies

Je ontvangt een e-mail van de eigenaar met instructies over het in- en uitchecken

Huisdieren

Geen huisdieren toegelaten

Kinderen en extra bedden

Kinderen zijn welkom.

Belangrijke informatie

Algemene info

Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd door een particuliere eigenaar, d.w.z. een persoon die niet handelt vanuit zijn/haar vakgebied, bedrijf of beroep. De consumentenwetgeving van de EU, met inbegrip van het herroepingsrecht, is niet van toepassing op je boeking. Voor je boeking geldt het annuleringsbeleid van de particuliere eigenaar.
Afhankelijk van het accommodatiebeleid kan voor extra personen een toeslag worden aangerekend.
Tijdens het inchecken dien je in het geval van incidentele kosten mogelijk een geldig identiteitsbewijs voor te leggen en een borgsom in contanten, per bankkaart of kredietkaart te betalen.
Speciale verzoeken kunnen, indien mogelijk, bij check-in worden ingewilligd. Hiervoor kunnen extra kosten worden aangerekend. Speciale verzoeken kunnen niet worden gegarandeerd.
Feesten of groepsevenementen ter plaatse zijn ten strengste verboden
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er geen koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie, noch toestellen op gas.
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De accommodatie beschikt over de volgende veiligheidsvoorziening: een EHBO-koffer
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd via onze partner, Vrbo. Je ontvangt een e-mail van Vrbo met een link naar een Vrbo-account, waarmee je je boeking kunt aanpassen of annuleren.
Registratienummer van de accommodatie 2423, PID-STRA-3262

Overige info

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In de buurt

  • Smiths Lake - 1 min. wandelen
  • Myall Lakes National Park - 18 min. wandelen
  • Smiths Lake Nature Reserve - 9 min. rijden
  • Sandbar Beach - 20 min. rijden
  • Blueys Beach - 23 min. rijden

Restaurants

  • ‪Frothy Coffee - ‬18 min. rijden
  • ‪The Good Food Store - ‬15 min. rijden
  • ‪Kembali Cafe - ‬18 min. rijden
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬18 min. rijden
  • ‪Pacific Palms Seafood - ‬15 min. rijden

Veelgestelde vragen

Zijn huisdieren welkom bij The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake?

Nee, assistentiedieren zijn niet welkom bij deze accommodatie.

Hoe laat kan ik bij The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake inchecken?

Inchecken is mogelijk vanaf 14.00 uur.

Tot hoe laat kan ik bij The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake uitchecken?

Je dient om uiterlijk 10.00 uur uit te checken.

Waar staat The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake?

Dit vakantiehuis ligt aan het water, op 2 km afstand van Smiths Lake, Myall Lakes National Park en Myall Lake. Ook Smiths Lake Nature Reserve en Bull Island Nature Reserve liggen op 10 km afstand.

Beoordelingen over The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake

Beoordelingen

10

Uitzonderlijk

Gastenscore: 10 - Uitstekend. 75 van 79 beoordelingen" "
Gastenscore: 8 - Goed. 3 van 79 beoordelingen" "
Gastenscore: 6 - Redelijk. 0 van 79 beoordelingen" "
Gastenscore: 4 - Matig. 1 van 79 beoordelingen" "
Gastenscore: 2 - Ontzettend slecht. 0 van 79 beoordelingen" "

10/10

Netheid

Beoordelingen

10/10 – Uitstekend

Lauren G.

Positief: Netheid
Great location with a lovely view
Lovely big house with a fantastic view to accommodate 4 families. Kids enjoyed fishing on the lake & kayaking.
4 nachten verbleven in september 2024

10/10 – Uitstekend

Chris B., Wamberal

Positief: Netheid
Great property and location
Fantastic house for a large family group, beautifully clean in a fantastic location with terrific amenities and ambiance. Excellent hosts and will stay again
2 nachten verbleven in februari 2024

8/10 – Goed

Geverifieerde reiziger

Positief: Netheid
Getaway
A few things broken, but lovely house. Needs Wi-Fi!
3 nachten verbleven in september 2023

10/10 – Uitstekend

Geverifieerde reiziger

Positief: Netheid
A one-of-a-kind adventure into tranquility
The property was lovely! The lake was still & inviting, and kayaks were provided to glide across its glassy surface. The spacious grassy area provided the perfect stage for the provided lawn games, and the local wildlife was almost as inviting the home. A family of three kookaburras kept us happy company throughout the weekend, and we were also joined by some friendly magpies and a king parrot. The house comfortably slept fourteen, and the living areas never felt cramped. We were a brisk forty minute drive from groceries, so we stocked up big time and fed a small army of hungry men. House rating: 14/14
2 nachten verbleven in september 2023

10/10 – Uitstekend

Nish D.

Positief: Netheid
Great location for a family vacation
We had a great time . Excellent location and beautiful house
2 nachten verbleven in januari 2023

10/10 – Uitstekend

Michael K.

Positief: Netheid
GREAT HOUSE, GREAT LOCATION, GREAT WEATHER = GREAT HOLIDAY
From waking up to the sunrise over the water to afternoons spent canoeing the lake. Great times spent with family. Will definitely be back!!!!!
5 nachten verbleven in januari 2023

10/10 – Uitstekend

Breanna L.

Positief: Netheid
Summer Holiday
This was our 2nd stay at this amazing property. It is a great size for multiple families staying. The kitchen is fully equiped and house is very clean. The lake is shallow which is great for kids to play in. We look forward to staying again!!
7 nachten verbleven in december 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Dominique H.

Positief: Netheid
Perfect lakeside getaway
We had a lovely weekend away here. We were a group staying and the house was big enough that we all able to hang out together but also had our own space. The views were great and the kitchen had all the essentials and more to cook up feasts. We had a great time using the provided kayaks and canoes on the lake.
2 nachten verbleven in november 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Brian T.

Positief: Netheid
Wonderful lakeside stay
A great lakeside property. Everything catered for in house inclusions. Should have just taken food and drinks, didn’t need to pack the usual kitchen sink
3 nachten verbleven in september 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Sandra S., Crescent Head

Positief: Netheid
Had a great weekend with our friends!
We had a 3 day weekend with our friends, the house was big and comfortable for everyone, adults and kids all had a great time. The area is great, beautiful beaches, the lakes and the Recky is only 15 minutes drive from the house if you want to eat out too. We had a lovely stay.
2 nachten verbleven in augustus 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Natali W.

Positief: Netheid
Great Stay
House was perfect. Great view and equipped with everything we needed
3 nachten verbleven in juni 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Emily P.

Positief: Netheid
Beautiful house and view
Came for a long weekend away with the extended family. Had a fabulous, relaxing time in this beautiful house. Close to everything you need. Sitting down at the lake was beautiful and serene and the kids had an awesome time splashing around. Would definitely book again
3 nachten verbleven in maart 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Michele T., Sydney

Positief: Netheid
Ladies annual weekend away.
Jane and Richard were so easy to deal with, very helpful and friendly. This was our 24th year away together and we had 3 brilliant nights at this fantastic home. The house is amazing, the views are amazing and so relaxing at night sitting on the upstairs deck having dinner. The weather in Sydney and the state was very bad with all the floods but we did not have much rain at all, so we got a chance to get in walks (7kms) down the road around the lake, we used the canoes, we bought our own stand up paddle boards and had fun on the water. Easy access to the water and so warm. The home and beds were comfortable, clean and everything you would need for a perfect weekend away. The kitchen was well equipped with gladwrap etc, detergents, cleaning products and plenty of plates and glasses etc, serving plates, bowls, coffee machine etc. It was great having 3 bathrooms, fans in each room too. Beautifully decorated. Plenty of parking for our cars on the driveway. Very private. One day we drove to Forster for lunch and another to Frothys coffee shop (now this is a friendly coffee shop) definitely would recommend Frothys too. We all would recommend this lovely home to stay to anyone. Love to bring my family here one day too. Thank you Richard and Jane for our stay.
3 nachten verbleven in februari 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Emma R.

Positief: Netheid
Perfect weekend getaway
This was the perfect location for our annual weekend away. 12 adults and 2 little kids all had a ball. The house is outstanding, looked even better than the pictures! So spacious and the view of the lake its beautiful. Couldn't recommend it enough. We will definitely be back.
2 nachten verbleven in januari 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

GRAHAM W.

Positief: Netheid
We enjoyed the facilities the house had plenty rooms for our family
Relaxing and views from the veranda up stairs and downstairs
7 nachten verbleven in januari 2022

10/10 – Uitstekend

Christian B.

Positief: Netheid
Beautiful home and location
Such a great location right on the lake! Our group didn’t have the chance to use the kayaks, but enjoyed swimming in the lake and at local beaches. We celebrated Christmas, and made a full Christmas dinner. The kitchen had everything we needed! Thanks again, Christian
2 nachten verbleven in december 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Annette H.

Positief: Netheid
Peaceful lakeside large house
This six bedroom house located on the shore of Smith Lake was beautifully presented and comfortable for a group of 8-10. It offered opportunity for kayaking on the lake, jet-skiing and bike riding. plenty of room to get together or have some peace and quiet. Enjoyed our week there.
6 nachten verbleven in november 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Rhys B.

Positief: Netheid
Weekend Getaway
Amazing house and perfect for a getaway with multiple families!!
2 nachten verbleven in november 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Ryan A., Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768

Positief: Netheid
Perfect Lakehouse Getaway
We stayed 3 nights during the June long weekend. The house was very spacious and was able to accommodate 3 extended family. The house is modern and very well equipped. Access to kayak and canoe made the stay more adventurous. The kids enjoyed fishing at the edge of the property and cooking the fresh catch at the firepit. Thank you Jane and Richard, great host! See you again soon.
3 nachten verbleven in juni 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Michelle S.

Positief: Netheid
Beautiful
The hosts were great to deal with, the accommodation was gorgeous and very clean. We had a group of 10, and there was more than enough room to accommodate everyone comfortably.
2 nachten verbleven in mei 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Ceyon W.

Positief: Netheid
Beautiful view
Kayaking on Smith's Lake was a transformation experience!
2 nachten verbleven in mei 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Qingyang G.

Positief: Netheid
Nice property with amazing view
Great experience, amazing view, nice owner, beautiful memories.

10/10 – Uitstekend

Hanh B.

Positief: Netheid
Beautiful family escape
Perfect place to escape to with family and friends. Clean and comfortable. Well equipped for a large group. Our extended family all enjoyed our week away with the kids. The kids all loved having a splash in the lake when we weren't visiting nearby beaches. Hope to be back soon! Thank you Jane & Richard!

10/10 – Uitstekend

Benjamin W.

Positief: Netheid
Our experience was absolutely amazing. We will be sure to book another getaway here.
Renting the property was a smooth experience. The property lived up to the description given in the listing, which was absolutely amazing. My family enjoyed the stay and we would like to book another stay in the future. Thank you Richard and Jane.
3 nachten verbleven in januari 2021

10/10 – Uitstekend

Alison H.

Positief: Netheid
Family holiday
Large , well equipped house in beautiful ,peaceful surroundings. We all enjoyed 5 nights together there as a family .
5 nachten verbleven in januari 2021