Featuring a spa bath, Lake Russell Retreat is located in Emerald Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 17 km from The Big Banana, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 21 km from Coffs Harbour Train Station. The bed and breakfast with a patio and lake views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Emerald Beach, like cycling, fishing and canoeing. Lake Russell Retreat has a barbecue and a garden. Coffs Harbour Golf Club is 22 km from the accommodation, while Coffs Harbour Racecourse is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Coffs Harbour Airport, 22 km from Lake Russell Retreat.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Glenys
    Australia Australia
    So well provisioned for breakfast and the unit was roomy, comfortable and week maintained. A wonderful relaxing atmosphere
  • Raechel
    Australia Australia
    The property is just off the highway but feels miles away. A beautiful mix of nature and comfort. The skylights let in beautiful views of the trees that surround you. The light that comes into the house from all the windows is just stunning to...
  • Werner
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic location. Quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Very friendly staff who make you feel welcome. Great lake views (pier to walk out on). All the facilities you could want and more. Excellent free breakfast with plenty to eat. Retreat had...

Host Information

8.8
8.8
Host review score
Host review score

This historic architect designed and built lake front dwelling is a truly unique destination, minutes north of the Coffs Harbour CBD. Architect, Doug Ranson, designed and built the gallery amongst soring old growth eucalypts using local native timbers, creating all of its stunning, unique features including the pitched cathedral ceilings. The accommodation is sun drenched, spacious and provides 2 truly unique bedrooms. The master suite enables star gazing and tree top nocturnal wild life viewing directly from your pillow. At sunrise enjoy a coffee on your own private jetty over looking your own private lake. Then attempt to count the incredible variety of wildlife that surround you. Once awake, walk the beach then enjoy breakfast at one of the local cafes. Have a swim, then a relaxing spa whilst gazing into the adjacent rainforest. For lunch maybe, entertain and have a BBQ on the alfresco deck over looking your tropical garden and serene Lake Russell. You'll sleep all afternoon! Come evening, entertainment could include the local restaurants or a meal cooked in your very own extensive sunken entertainers kitchen. But, remember, the local provides a free shuttle bus to the wee hours
Love meeting different people and talking & hearing about there experiences and journeys.
Close to Shopping & Coffs Harbour attractions, but faraway to escapes of the rush of the city. Various pristine beaches only minutes away. Nature walks over headlands and bike tracks to nearby Moonee Beach.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lake Russell Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Lake Russell Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 150 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 78. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Lake Russell Retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Lake Russell Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of AUD 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Lake Russell Retreat

  • Room options at Lake Russell Retreat include:

    • Villa

  • Check-in at Lake Russell Retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Lake Russell Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Lake Russell Retreat is 1.2 miles from the centre of Emerald Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Lake Russell Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beach