About this property
Sir Francis Drake, located in Heatherbrae, offers a seasonal outdoor pool. The property occupies 5 acres of landscaped grounds and features conference rooms and free on-site parking. All rooms include a dining area, tea/coffee making facilities, and garden views. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, and some rooms include a spa bath. Muree Golf Club is 4.3 mi from the property, and Hunter Valley is a 45-minute drive from Sir Francis Drake. Newcastle Airport is 6.2 mi away. The fully licensed Restaurant Bistro Nomad serves delicious meals, including T-Bone steak, grilled barramundi, lamb cutlets, seafood platters, and a variety of Australian à la carte dishes six nights a week. Please note, it is closed on Sundays. Breakfast is available for cooked or continental options from Tuesday to Sunday. Restaurant may be closed on public holidays. For more information, please contact the motel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Availability
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Room Type | Number of guests | |
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1 queen bed | ||
1 twin bed and 1 queen bed | ||
3 twin beds and 1 queen bed | ||
1 full bed | ||
1 twin bed and 1 queen bed | ||
2 twin beds and 1 full bed | ||
1 twin bed and 2 queen beds | ||
1 twin bed and 1 king bed and 1 queen bed | ||
5 twin beds and 1 king bed | ||
1 queen bed | ||
2 queen beds |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Shipman
Australia
“Always a great stay and staff a friendly and helpful” - Elaine
Australia
“As usual, the room was immaculate and clean. The bed was soft and the pillows very comfortable.” - Peter
Australia
“Outstanding large room, clean, restaurant on site nothing too much trouble highly recommend” - Nyam
Malaysia
“I like the bed and it's pretty comfortable and spacious. Pretty simple and clean.” - Angela
Australia
“Great location, spotless , great value , large rooms” - Elaine
Australia
“This is the third time we have stayed at the Sir Francis. It suits us very well for our trips. The rooms are much larger than the normal and as comfortable as you need them to be for a night. Cleanliness is great and staff are very friendly. ...” - Holmes
Australia
“The room was large and very clean. The staff were excellent.” - Anthony
United States
“It is a great option for a traveling family as there are rooms with multiple beds, dining table, microwave and fridge etc in room. Also when choosing the family room there is a second door (suite) to have the younger kids hit the hay early.” - Jim
Australia
“The convenience to the highway and the restaurant onsite.” - Leith
Australia
“Excellent disabled facilities. The cripples room was the closest to both reception and the restaurant. Lovely meal at the restaurant. I had a taste of the steak and it's one of the best ever. Poor waitress. Her first night so she was still...”
Area info
Restaurants
- Bistro Nomad
- CuisineAustralian
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.
Please note for bookings of 5 or more rooms, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
You can request a room with paddock views by contacting the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that these rooms are not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.