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18 Mankilli Street, 2281 Blacksmiths, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 26 reviews)

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9.3
Wonderful
26 reviews

Location was amazing. The house is older style but very very clean & tidy. Fantastic value & beds were super comfy. Loved the outdoor area and that everything was supplied. Was great that there were 2 toilets.

Kerrie Australia

Fantastic location for acces to the lake & Swansea channel. We came for 3 days fishing. Boat ramp is a few hundred metres away.

Martin Australia

Great location, the property was spotless and has everything we need, the owners are very friendly and helpful.

Helen Australia

10/10 , absolutely fantastic!! clean and tidy. fabulous!! definitely going there again, it’s a beautiful place and kudos to the hosts!!

Mustafa Australia

convenient location had everything we needed was quiet and good fishing all round

Madeline Australia

Location, The way property organise, feeling like you are in your own home. Also near by from lots of beaches and travel destinations

Dhaval Australia

Location- Close to granny pool, which was super hit with kids. The ovean walk was amazing for watching sunrise. The blacksmiths' beach was great for kids surfing.

Dinakar Australia

Location and the home was very comfortable and clean.

Jimmy Australia

The house was spotless, well equiped and nice location. Had everything we needed from washing detergent to bandaids. The wine and chocolates were a nice touch. Hosts were very easy to deal with and we enjoyed our stay

Julie Australia

Location to beach. Very, very clean. Accomodating and nice hosts. Enough room for family. Well equipped kitchen and house.

Julir Australia
9.3
Wonderful
26 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Location was amazing. The house is older style but very very clean & tidy. Fantastic value & beds were super comfy. Loved the outdoor area and that everything was supplied.”
    Kerrie Kerrie Australia Australia
  • “Fantastic location for acces to the lake & Swansea channel. We came for 3 days fishing. Boat ramp is a few hundred metres away.”
    Martin Martin Australia Australia
  • “Great location, the property was spotless and has everything we need, the owners are very friendly and helpful.”
    Helen Helen Australia Australia
  • “10/10 , absolutely fantastic!! clean and tidy. fabulous!! definitely going there again, it’s a beautiful place and kudos to the hosts!!”
    Mustafa Mustafa Australia Australia
  • “convenient location had everything we needed was quiet and good fishing all round”
    Madeline Madeline Australia Australia
  • “Location, The way property organise, feeling like you are in your own home. Also near by from lots of beaches and travel destinations”
    Dhaval Dhaval Australia Australia
  • “Location- Close to granny pool, which was super hit with kids. The ovean walk was amazing for watching sunrise. The blacksmiths' beach was great for kids surfing.”
    Dinakar Dinakar Australia Australia
  • “Location and the home was very comfortable and clean.”
    Jimmy Jimmy Australia Australia
  • “The house was spotless, well equiped and nice location. Had everything we needed from washing detergent to bandaids. The wine and chocolates were a nice touch.”
    Julie Julie Australia Australia
  • “Location to beach. Very, very clean. Accomodating and nice hosts. Enough room for family. Well equipped kitchen and house.”
    Julir Julir Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff 9.8
  • Facilities 9.4
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money 9.2
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi8.8
High score for Blacksmiths
Whole house
1615 ft²
Size
Kitchen
Garden
BBQ facilities
Washing machine
Free WiFi

This property is a 6-minute walk from the beach. Waterside Retreat is located in Blacksmiths and offers a terrace. This self-catered vacation home features a garden, grill facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.

The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a hairdryer, a seating area area, and a living room. A flat-screen TV is featured.

A water sports facilities is available on site and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of the vacation home.

Newcastle is 16 miles from Waterside Retreat, while The Entrance is 25 miles away. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 31 miles from the accommodation.

Waterside Retreat has been welcoming Booking.com guests since May 3, 2019

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

9.3
Wonderful · 26 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.8
  • Facilities 9.4
  • Cleanliness 9.6
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money 9.2
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi8.8
High score for Blacksmiths

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kerrie
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location was amazing. The house is older style but very very clean & tidy. Fantastic value & beds were super comfy. Loved the outdoor area and that everything was supplied. Was great that there were 2 toilets.”
  • Martin
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Fantastic location for acces to the lake & Swansea channel. We came for 3 days fishing. Boat ramp is a few hundred metres away.”
  • Helen
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Great location, the property was spotless and has everything we need, the owners are very friendly and helpful.”
  • Mustafa
    AustraliaAustralia
    “10/10 , absolutely fantastic!! clean and tidy. fabulous!! definitely going there again, it’s a beautiful place and kudos to the hosts!!”
  • Madeline
    AustraliaAustralia
    “convenient location had everything we needed was quiet and good fishing all round”
  • Dhaval
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location, The way property organise, feeling like you are in your own home. Also near by from lots of beaches and travel destinations”
  • Dinakar
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location- Close to granny pool, which was super hit with kids. The ovean walk was amazing for watching sunrise. The blacksmiths' beach was great for kids surfing.”
  • Jimmy
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location and the home was very comfortable and clean.”
  • Julie
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The house was spotless, well equiped and nice location. Had everything we needed from washing detergent to bandaids. The wine and chocolates were a nice touch. Hosts were very easy to deal with and we enjoyed our stay”
  • Julir
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location to beach. Very, very clean. Accomodating and nice hosts. Enough room for family. Well equipped kitchen and house.”
Property questions and answers
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  • How can I get to the closest beach from the property?
    Blacksmiths Beach is only a 5 minute level walk and the beautiful Swansea Channel is a short stroll across the reserve.
    Answered on October 4, 2019
  • Hello are you accepting parents voucher from service nsw .
    Hi there, we are not able to accept parents vouchers.
    Answered on February 17, 2022
  • Good morning, does this property have bed linen and bath towels provided ?
    Yes, all bed linen and bath towels provided.
    Answered on June 25, 2022
  • Are dogs allowed?
    Pets aren't allowed because they can escape from the backyard - we know because our dog managed it. People with allergies also use the cottage - and however hard you clean it is impossible to remove all the pet hair, even if the pets are kept outside
    Answered on September 30, 2021
  • Hi is it pet friendly?
    Pets can escape from the backyard - so pets are not allowed. People with allergies also use the cottage - and however hard you clean it is impossible to remove all the pet hair, even if the pets are kept outside.
    Answered on September 30, 2021

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Host Info

9.8
Host Review Score
Swimming… Surfing ... Fishing ... Boating ... Relaxing! The Waterside Retreat has it all! The Waterside Retreat is a surprisingly spacious 2 bedroom cottage, sleeping 5, a great place to relax and unwind with family and friends. Patrolled Blacksmiths Beach is only a 5 minute level walk and the beautiful Swansea Channel is a short stroll across the Boat Rowers reserve. Boats ramps accessing Lake Macquarie and the ocean are less than 100m away. Sleeping up to 5 people, Waterside Retreat has a modern interior and is deceptively spacious with 2 large bedrooms, a lounge and a front sitting room with divan and easy chair. The fully equipped eat-in kitchen has a dishwasher, full size fridge, microwave, upright stove with oven, large bench with stools, breakfast table and TV. The lounge room has a large comfy leather couch with plenty of room for everyone to relax. The main bedroom has a queen bed, TV and lots of room for your clothing in the built-in wardrobe. Just off the bedroom is an area that can be used as a parent’s retreat to sit and soak up the view. The second bedroom has 2 king single beds and the front room has a divan which can be set up as a comfy
The entire cottage is your home away from home. You can contact us via phone or email during your stay.
Beaches Blacksmiths Beach - 500m Grannys Pool - 750m Caves Beach - 4km Pelican - Lake Foreshore Playground - 1.8km Shopping Centres Local shops - 300m Swansea shopping centre - 1.4km Charlestown Shopping Square - 15km Restaurants Swansea RSL Club - 1.4 km Swansea main street has many cafe's Lake Macquarie Yacht Club - 4.7km Belmont Golf Club - 3km Newcastle Merewether Beach Pool 21.4lm Newcastle International Sports Centre - 19.4 km Energy Australia Stadium - 19.5 km Newcastle Airport - 36.2 km Getting around Walking and Cycling Swansea to Belmont cycle path 100m Fernleigh Track - 4.7km Warners Bay - Lakeside cycle path 13km
Language spoken: English
Area info *
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie
    1.1 miles
  • Marks Point Marina
    2 miles
  • Lake Macquarie Yacht Club Marina
    2.9 miles
  • Royal Motor Yacht Club Toronto
    5.9 miles
  • Marmong Point Marina
    7.4 miles
  • Wyee Point Marina
    8.6 miles
  • Newcastle City Library
    11 miles
  • Hunter Medical Research Institute
    11.4 miles
  • Wests - New Lambton
    11.7 miles
  • Newcastle International Hockey Centre
    11.9 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Swansea RSL Club
    0.9 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Tides at Swansea
    0.9 miles
Top attractions
  • McDonald Jones Stadium
    12.1 miles
  • Energy Australia Stadium
    12.1 miles
  • Newcastle Entertainment Centre
    12.2 miles
  • Newcastle Showground
    12.2 miles
  • Hamilton TAFE Campus
    12.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Pelican Foreshore Playground
    1.1 miles
  • Lake Lake Macquarie Channel
    0 miles
  • Lake Boat Ramp
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • Newcastle Airport
    22.5 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Waterside Retreat
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoors
Sit back and relax
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bingo Off-site
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling Off-site
  • Diving Off-site Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing Off-site
  • Windsurfing Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site Additional charge
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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House rules Waterside Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

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

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

The New South Wales Government has issued a mandatory code of conduct outlining the rights and obligations of people either hosting or renting accommodations on a short-term basis, including a complaints process.

License number: PID-STRA-13554

FAQs about Waterside Retreat

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from Waterside Retreat.

  • Waterside Retreat can accommodate this group size:

    • 5 guests

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

  • Waterside Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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

  • The prices at Waterside Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Bingo

  • Check-in at Waterside Retreat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Waterside Retreat is 800 feet from the center of Blacksmiths.

  • Yes, Waterside Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.