The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat

41 Cowell Street, 2264 Dora Creek, Australia – Excellent location - show map – Railway access

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>9</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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a bedroom with two beds with orange pillows at The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat in Dora Creek
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The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat

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9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
9 reviews
  • Entire home
  • 1184 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site

Featuring lake views, The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 45 km from Memorial Park. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the holiday home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The holiday home is located on the ground floor and comes with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a microwave, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dora Creek, like fishing. University of Newcastle is 35 km from The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat, while Newcastle International Hockey Centre is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.7
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  • Melita
    Australia Australia
    “Warm, cosy, clean, great board games, record player, beautiful bathroom. An amazing spot. Quiet, water view, botche on the lawn. Step back and enjoy the simple things in life.”
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    “Location was great. Access to water excellent. Reasonably quiet. Deck was great for meals and relaxing.”
  • Amber
    Australia Australia
    “It was like a walk down memory lane. The 70's style of the home was extraordinary. Very clean and comfortable. Communication with the owner was prompt. Perfect location.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by John and Jenny

9.7
9.7
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John and Jenny
Take a step back in time in this 70's vintage getaway nook. Immerse yourself on the back deck, watching the sun rise and set over a peaceful creek outlook. Fish or swim off your own private jetty. Tune out for a weekend with DVD's, board games, throwing in a line or spinning a few vinyl records. The Anchorage was purchased in 1978. She's been in our family for four generations. We have lovingly kept her true to the original form as possible AND for the first time available for others to enjoy.
Couple in their early sixties that love the outdoors including surfing, sailing and bushwalking. We are very passionate about the environment and our beautiful Australian lakes and beaches.
It is a 40min drive from Newcastle and 1.30min drive from Sydney. The Anchorage is set on a quiet residential street. Close to the beautiful Watagan Mountains for some great walks. Dora Creek flows into Lake Macquarie for great boating.
Language spoken: English

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Facilities of The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Badminton equipment
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Child safety socket covers
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 15:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

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    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.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    License number: PID-STRA-52951

    Legal information

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

    FAQs about The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat

    • The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fishing
      • Badminton equipment

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat on this page.

    • Check-in at The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat is 600 yards from the centre of Dora Creek. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat on this page.

    • The Anchorage- A waterfront 70’s retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.