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Kataway - located at Seal Rocks

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Exterior
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Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bungwahl, NSW
  • Myall Lakes National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Smiths Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bull Island Nature Reserve
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Forster, NSW (FOT)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Kataway - located at Seal Rocks

Kataway is named after the beautiful bay the house overlooks on Myall Lake.

Kataway is situated on a private road offering uninterrupted views over park like gardens to Myall Lake at the front and unspoilt wooded hillside views from the rear of the house.

Kataway is a double story house featuring large open plan living spaces with timber and sisal flooring and high cathedral ceilings.

In the heat of the summer Kataway is light and bright catching the breezes off the lake.
The living spaces open onto a huge deck that allows you to take in views of the garden and the lake. Passing kangaroos and even the occasional koala can sometimes be spotted too.
The deck is furnished with timber lounge chairs & a dining bar table with a fixed shade sail. Its a great spot for breakfast, and afternoon nap or sunset cocktails.
The Webber bbq is out there too.

After a hard day on the lake, at the beach or exploring the surrounding countryside, it is comfort that you want and this is what you get at Kataway.

There are several separate relaxing areas for friends, family and children.
The decor is an eclectic mix of 50's style, French provincial, artworks and quirky decorative touches, huge comfortable sofas to stretch out on and plenty of armchairs to curl up on.
On cold winter nights gather round the wood burning combustion stove in the main living area and with oil fired radiators in every room, Kataway stays warm and cozy through the cooller months.

Upstairs and downstairs each have their own TV areas which include widescreen tvs, dvd and dvd collections. Cd player, CDs radio etc.

The kitchen is extremely well equipped with all utensils
and crockery needed for preparing, cooking and serving
light snacks through to full dinner parties. There is a gas stove top with electric range and grill, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer a Nespresso coffee machine (you will have to take your own Nespresso coffee pods to use) and a Webber gas bbq for cooking the freshly caught seafood (from the fish co-op if its easier). There is also an outdoor fireplace/bbq area which is a great spot to stargaze from.

Kataway offers a peaceful master bedroom with king size bed and a single bed with fabulous views over the garden to the lake.
The second guest room offers queen size bed and scenic views of the wooded hillside at the rear of Kataway.

The 2 main bedrooms share a spacious bathroom with separate shower and bathtub.

Downstairs you will find a huge rumpus room with comfortable sofa, armchairs and dining setting, as well as a single bed. Ideal for the kids to escape to.

Adjoining the rumpus room is a huge twin queen bedroom with sliding doors onto the garden.

Please be aware that due to the current situation with COVID-19 we are not supplying linen. You will need to bring your own linen and towels.

The downstairs accommodation is serviced by an ensuite shower room with toilet plus a separate laundry with frontloader and drier.

Kataway is a fantastic holiday home to make your own when on holiday. It is ideally located for you and your guests to enjoy the sights and sounds of Seal Rocks and the Great Lakes or to be used as a comfortable base for exploring the surrounding beaches, lakes and attractions.
Whatever option you choose, Kataway makes the perfect getaway.

Kataway is a home to enjoy and be comfortable in.
Many of our guests are repeat and comment on how they feel like they are staying at a good friends or a well loved relatives home.

We hope that you will enjoy staying at Kataway too.





Where is it?

Kataway is situated 1.81km from the Lakes Way. Kataway is set high on a hill overlooking Myall Lake above Seal Rocks Road and bordered by national park.

What is there to do?

The main attraction of Kataway is the house and its park like gardens bordered by national park. This is a house for some serious relaxation. Add to this the fantastic view of Kataway Bay on Myall Lake and the high level of comfort and convenience offered within the house.
Seal Rocks beach is only 7 minutes away by car. Smiths Lake and Myall Lake are a pleasant and easy short walk away. Further afield are Sand Bar, Blueys, Boomerang and Elizabeth beaches for swimming, surfing or just soaking up the sun. Beyond that Forster and the Great Lakes National Park offer a huge variety of attractions and activities all year round.

Property manager

Nathaniel Swannell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High chair and porta cot available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed in bedrooms or on any furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside the house

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 2423, PID-STRA-24120

About the area

Bungwahl

Bungwahl is home to this holiday home. Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Myall Lakes National Park and Smiths Lake Nature Reserve.
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Bungwahl, NSW

What's nearby

  • Myall Lakes National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Smiths Lake - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Smiths Lake Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bull Island Nature Reserve - 14 min drive - 9.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Frothy Coffee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Good Food Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kembali Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Palms Seafood - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kataway - located at Seal Rocks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kataway - located at Seal Rocks?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kataway - located at Seal Rocks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kataway - located at Seal Rocks located?

Situated in Bungwahl, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Myall Lake and Myall Lakes National Park. Smiths Lake is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesse W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique place with style that feels like a home away from home
We really enjoyed our stay. There are some many things special about this place that you could see that the house was well loved and well cared for - a lot of "treasures" to discover as well with great CD and book collections. Thank you for opening your home for others!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake bliss
A great home that feel like a home. Perfect for families. We loved being up in the trees and so close to the beaches and lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tresaire J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIE R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem nestled in the treetops
A very enjoyable 2 night stay. We had everything needed and the view was amazing . Thank you Nathaniel .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sofiya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nathaniel is a super host! Kataway is the perfect place for a memorable and comfortable stay!
We enjoyed the views, went for scenic walks and short drive to beautiful beaches!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed weekend away
Perfect for the weekend with friends. Beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Great place, quiet location, drive to lots of beaches, coffee machine a great bonus. Kitchen is fully stocked, great cooking facilities. Deck is amazing for drinks and watching the sunset. We enjoyed our stay, 4 adults 2 teenagers & 2 kids all comfortable here and downstairs is wonderful for the kids to get away from the adults. Only negatives are the ceiling fans only run on low and it does get quite hot upstairs in the afternoon and no curtains on the downstairs bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura O., Seaham, NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The serenity
Lovely place with views of the lake. Plenty to keep all ages occupied for the weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely holiday house vibe
Great stay. Comfy, spacious, well-equipped house with beautiful views over the lake and lovely breezes. Close to Seal Rocks and Smiths Lake but it's very nice to just lounge about on the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pedro M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Lovely home with great views. Ideal to enjoy Barrington coast, lake water activities and sea. Clean and with all you need for a great stay. Just need some blackout curtains if you’re planning to sleep in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valeriia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Valeriia
Great house with everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back!
An amazing house with so many rooms and spaces. Our kids had a ball, baby had own room to sleep, sunroom and deck were a favourite spot. Had everything we needed plus more, including some board games and toys for the kids. We were disappointed at how busy we were and left no time to enjoy the house and location! We plan to return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Great house! It has a lot of character and is really comfortable. Unfortunately we had a lot of rain and didn't get the opportunity to enjoy the deck enough but the fireplace made up for it. A lovely comfortable house with lots of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, peaceful location.
We spent two nights at Kataway with a group of friends for some much needed relaxation. The house was well stocked for cooking and the deck was the best spot to hang out. Perfect location, close to Neranie, Seal Rocks and Bungwahl. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were very comfy, with beautiful views (either to the lake or garden). The house would be great in winter or summer. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATIE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation spot!
We stayed as a family of 6 plus grandparents and had a great time. Kataway is in a lovely peaceful position, the balcony has gorgeous views of the lake. The house is spacious and has a couple of living areas and the kitchen was well equiped with a nice coffee machine in addition to the Nescafé one. Great location for water activities (we were here in winter so didn’t apply). Lovely area for runs or walks in the national park. No wifi or streaming services but the teenagers survived admirably.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific family-friendly holiday base
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Kataway. It was a great place to connect with friends and a terrific base to return to after a day of sea, sand and sun. In wet weather the enclosed sunroom was perfect for reading with a fire warming the house. As food enthusiasts we really enjoyed the large kitchen, which had everything you could possibly need to prepare a tasty meal. The huge deck was a favourite spot for a few wines/beers/margaritas at the end of the day. The furnishings were quirky and comfortable and made the house feel welcoming and easy to settle into. Thank you, we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

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Catch up with a friend
Cozy, comfy and quirky. Nice view. Well stocked kitchen and pantry.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great views and great garden ( with roos morning and evening). Proximity to a good beach and and t
Great views and great garden ( with roos morning and evening). Proximity to a good beach and and to a great chippie for that obligatory by the sea fish supper!! Loved the quirky collection W ggerman 1970s ceramics!!!

8/10 Good

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Myall Lakes Beauty
This house is beautifully perched on the hill overlooking the Myall lake.We felt really comfortable on entry and it proved to be a lovely place to stay.The house was bright with great views from most rooms...the furniture was comfortable and quirky...really well thought out ...Thanks Nathaniel for your efforts
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views and very comfortable accommodation
All of my family loved how serene and beautiful is position of the house. Extremely private, at the same time close to everything you might need. We went snorkelling to the Boat Beach 10 min down the road and saw Green Turtle! House is extremely well equipped , we cooked both nights. Books and board games galore! We stayed in August, so wood fire burner was keeping the house really warm and cosy. Thank you, Nathaniel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

The house has been beautifully renovated and the large outside balcony provides a great place to soc
The house has been beautifully renovated and the large outside balcony provides a great place to socialise with drinks and dinner. It was very comfortable and catered for the essentials. One downfall is the rocky road/dirt track that you have to drive on to get to the beach - however the beach was worth the drive. Thanks again.

8/10 Good

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, good location if you want to be away from it all but close to everything
We liked the location, the view, little extras across the house. Good cooking facilities. The top floor is great. The basement floor had a funny smell probably from the nearby ceptic tank and we didn't go there much. Luckily it was just the 3 of us. The overall experience was positive.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

diane e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing, swimming, boating ,eating!
The property has idyllic views from large deck of Myall Lake.All bedrooms are spacious and beds are extremely comfortable. Main bedroom has a stunning view over the lake.The kitchen is extremely well equipped , all utensils being of a high quality. The gas stove and barbecue make meals very easy to prepare. The house has an extensive garden which is perfect for children to play in. Beaches around Seal Rocks are a short drive away.My friends and I had a great time at Kataway and I would not hesitate to recommend it to those wanting clean , comfortable and beautifully situated holiday accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic mid week getaway
Kataway was a wonderful space to come into. Clean, spacious and Bright. I took my mum away for a few days so we just used the top floor. Both bedrooms were peaceful with a scenic view. The bathroom clean and spacious. Lots of little nooks in the house to chill out with a book. Amazing deck and fully equipped kitchen. All in all an incredibly relaxing, generous space. I highly recommend if you like to be a little out of the buzz of things to fully unwind and relax. We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

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