Holiday rentals with lake access in Great Lakes Council

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Guest suite in Tanilba Bay

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviews

Sunseeker’s Paradise Relax with us

Self contained unit 50 metres from waters edge and koala reserve at back gate. Huge, sunny bedroom with queen bed, port-a-cot (if needed) and built in wardrobe with allocated space for your belongings. Also, combined lounge/dining with quality furniture and large screen TV. Lovely kitchenette with views to delightful, fully enclosed back yard. Tea, coffee and toast with cereal provided for breakfast. Private, sunny front court yard and own separate entrance. We are happy to share knowledge of the local area and amenities with you and invite you for a sunset drink on the upstairs balcony or leave you peacefully alone to discover the beauty of Port Stephens for yourselves. View local swans, dolphins, pelicans, fish, crabs and koalas nearby or take a walk on the boardwalk through a nature reserve to Mallabula. Try fishing or kayaking or watching the sunset. Whale watching and dolphin tours depart from nearby Nelson Bay. Eating out includes clubs, take always, a few restaurants ranging from budget to waterfront a la cart. Enjoyable even on rainy days - relax on the leather chaise and watch a video or curl up in the sunny corner with a good book

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Flat in Forster

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 239 reviews

Manta Rays Pad. Absolute beachfront luxury living.

Manta Ray’s Pad enjoys prime position, being absolute beachfront, overlooking Forster’s Main Beach. North facing and bathed in winter sun, the apartment takes advantage of Forster’s “perfect all year round” climate and ocean temperatures. It’s the ideal location to escape the colder months and soak up the sun on the balcony whilst watching the dolphins and whales at play; maybe a beverage in hand, reclining on the day bed? Forster offers so much to do and see, you won’t run out of choices.

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Home in Smiths Lake

5 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

The Lake House on Amaroo - Waterfront/Free Wifi

The Lake House on Amaroo is absolute waterfront. The house is fully air-cond including the guest bedroom. A gentle slope to the waters edge swimming, kayaking (2 kayaks/2 SUP Boards included) all at your back door. Enjoy the most amazing sunsets on either of the two large timber decks. One on the main level or simply walk down external stairs to a large undercover deck. The perfect location for couples to escape the grind, unwind, relax & enjoy the serenity that The Lake House has to offer.

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Guest house in Lemon Tree Passage

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 418 reviews

The Pool House

“The Pool House” is a pet friendly modern one bedroom guest house & pool for guests exclusive use at the rear of the main dwelling one street back from the waterfront at Port Stephens, Australia’s Blue Water Paradise. The waterfront reserve is a 2 min walk away, continue along the foreshore and in 10 min you can be in the hub of Lemon Tree Passage where you will find the boat launching ramp, park, tidal pool, Marina, Laundromat, Cafés/Restaurants, Post Office, Chemist, Butchers & Bottle Shop!

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Cottage in Lemon Tree Passage

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Lucy’s on the water. Port Stephens

ON THE WATER. SUPER COSY. Cancel 5 days out. No cleaning fee. Original fishing cottage, just renovated so almost new. So peaceful, so quiet. Listen for koalas grumbling at night and awaken to a chorus of bird calls. Walk the waterfront path thru the koala reserve to Poyers restaurant. Watch for dolphins taking a breath. Ideal for kayaking. There’s Tanilba Golf Course just down the road. Flathead fishing is best just before hightide, right out in front. Please clean fish in sink by boatshed

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Cabin in Vacy

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 396 reviews

Inala Wilderness Retreat

Inala, which means peaceful place, is the perfect escape. Nestled on 7 acres of native bushland, this architect designed home boasts complete privacy and commands spectacular views across to the Barrington Tops through its extensive North facing windows. Featuring open plan living with polished timber floors and vaulted ceiling the feeling is relaxed, bright and spacious and the perfect antidote to a hectic life. We have 2 bedrooms with king sized beds, one which splits into two singles.

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Guest suite in Bulahdelah

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 297 reviews

Riversedge - too

Located on the banks of the Myall River at Bulahdelah, " Riversedge too " offers a riverside retreat on the edge of town overlooking the surrounding farmland and forests. With navigable water to the Myall Lakes, the property is ideal for canoeists, bike riders and bird watchers - the world famous Seal Rocks, Myall Lakes National Park and coastal surfing beaches are all a short distance away. The detached cottage has been specifically designed for privacy views, and relaxation.

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Cabin in Salisbury

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Rainforest cottages : river hike tennis

Enjoy a forest stay and embrace silent tourism - Bowerbird is a rustic timber cottage surrounded by World Heritage Listed Barrington Tops NP and Chichester State Forest. Peaceful, remote with limited internet it is an ideal tech free getaway. The wilderness surrounds us , be relaxed or as active as you like: forest bathe, hike, swim, bike or read. Abundant animal and bird visitors including Bowerbirds, lyrebirds, pademelons, parrots , possums and our curious brush turkeys.

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Cottage in Bombah Point

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 448 reviews

Eco Spa

Architecturally designed eco cottages on 100 acres of peaceful bushland and surrounded by National Park. Enjoy a queen bedroom, spa bath, wood fire, full kitchen, verandah with hammock & BBQ, plus a loft with extra beds. Explore the veggie patch, orchard & meet the chickens. Relax with a swim in the mineral pool or a game in the rec room. Ideal for couples, families & wellness retreats—Bombah Point is your place to slow down, reconnect with nature & breathe easy.

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Guest suite in Smiths Lake

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Relax in Amaroo - Private Studio

Smiths Lake is a coastal village approximately 3.5 hours north of Sydney within the beautiful Great Lakes District. Smiths Lake which surrounds the village is separated from the ocean by Sandbar Beach, a secluded and pristine beach There are many surfing, fishing and patrolled beaches within 5-10 minutes drive - Blueys, Boomerang and Celito surf beaches just to name a few. For the naturalists there is the secluded Shelleys Beach.

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Cottage in Arcadia Vale

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 305 reviews

Watersedge Boathouse B&B, Lake Macquarie

NSW Government PID-STRA-3442 Watersedge Boathouse is a beautiful, private, open plan boathouse/studio, just 3 metres from the water's edge. It is fully self-contained with own entrance and uninterrupted 180 degree views. Situated on the western shore of Lake Macquarie. Tastefully decorated and generously equipped. Country-style breakfast provisions provided for your first two mornings, to cook at your leisure.

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Cottage in Mindaribba

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Mindaribba Cottage

A very homely country cottage - very warm and inviting. A beautiful 40 acre country setting with a verandah on three sides of the cottage which is totally yours. You will see cows, geese and if you go for a walk - ducks, chickens and further on a 10-15 minute walk to the beautiful Paterson River. You will see the River in our photos. Also there are so many attractions in the surrounding area.