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Smiths Lake Retreat - located at Smiths Lake

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cosy cottage nestled in rainforest
Rainforest views
Dining and kirchen area
Partially covered rear deck is secure for dogs
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Smiths Lake, NSW
  • Smiths Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Blueys Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Bull Island Nature Reserve
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Forster, NSW (FOT)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Smiths Lake Retreat - located at Smiths Lake

Smiths Lake is a small coastal village approximately 3.5 hours north of Sydney, within the beautiful Great Lakes District. Smiths Lake which surrounds the village is seperated from the ocean by Sandbar Beach a secluded and pristine beach.

SMITHS LAKE RETREAT

The 2 bedroom western red cedar cottage is nestled within a tropical rainforest reserve, with cabbage tree & pacific palms, towering gum trees which are home to cat birds, brush turkeys, black cockatoos, kookaburras, whip birds, bats, possums.....and lots more.The rain-forest at the rear of the house is home to a large bat colony in the warmer months. The bats fly off at dusk to feed elsewhere & most of our guests find this an amazing experience to be able to witness nature so close from the comfort of their own private tree house.

The large partially enclosed rear deck is positioned looking out to the rainforest to maximize the feeling of seclusion and privacy.

PROPERTY DETAILS

2 Bedroom cottage, split level open plan, sleeps 4 adults (1 king & 1 queen bed). Polished boards throughout, with modern stainless steel kitchen.

Fully furnished with w/machine, dryer,WiFi, TV, DVD, gas BBQ, bath & shower, 2 toilets and gas heater.

Lush organic cotton sheets & fluffy king towels supplied.

200m stroll to the sandy beaches and clear waters of Smiths Lake & the boatshed cafe.

Many surfing, fishing and patrolled beaches within 5-10 minutes drive.

Close to local shops which includes Butcher, Baker, Bottle shop & general store.

Dog friendly (at the owners discretion), with dog friendly area at nearby at Cellito Beach.

The rain-forest at the rear of the house is home to a large bat colony in the warmer months. The bats fly off at dusk to feed elsewhere & most of our guests find this an amazing experience to be able to witness nature so close from the comfort of their own private tree house.

Property manager

Ann Smith or Craig Kingston

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 dogs maximum
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-6927, 2428

About the area

Smiths Lake

Located in Smiths Lake, this cottage is on a lake. Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bramble's Reserve and Wallingat National Park.
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Smiths Lake, NSW

What's nearby

  • Smiths Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sandbar Beach - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Blueys Beach - 13 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse - 23 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Bull Island Nature Reserve - 27 min drive - 20.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Frothy Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Good Food Store - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kembali Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Palms Seafood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smiths Lake Retreat - located at Smiths Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Smiths Lake Retreat - located at Smiths Lake?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smiths Lake Retreat - located at Smiths Lake?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Smiths Lake Retreat - located at Smiths Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Smiths Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Bramble's Reserve. Sandbar Beach and Wallis Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Georgia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, clean and tidy accomodation. Loved the wildlife and surroundings
Excellent, my dogs had a great time and was amazing we could have them with us for our weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
44 Amaroo Drive Smiths Lake
Lovely property-relaxed and close to all amenities. Hosts are very friendly and love animals!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smiths Lake 44 Amaroo Drive
Ecological interest in flying fruit bats made a very enjoyable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful getaway
Lovely little property with the most amazing backdrop of the rainforest. Feels lovely and secluded, even though you are only 20 minutes from Forster. It was a very comfortable stay for us with the added bonus of being able to enjoy it with our 12-month-old Bordoodle puppy. Thank you, Ann!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gary the cicada outnumbered by the bats
A short but memorable stay at Smiths lake, we planned to catch up with family at another house in Smiths Lake, but the bats won. We had to have our Family catch up here as our family from Canada wanted to see the bat colony. The highlight was Gary the cicada that chose our niece to hang out with. The house really was a perfect location and comfortable place to stay, for those who love to be immersed in nature. Grace our dog also enjoyed her stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Got to be the bats
Great location, nice house, spectacular fruit bats. Definitely recommend to people who like nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place for a weekend
Comfortable, clean and well positioned house, very close to the lake. Beautiful place for a long walk along the lake's shore. The bat colonies in the reserve at the back of the house were a nice surprise, although a bit noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retirees with dog
Lovely stay in very nice well situated property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Helga H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Jungle outlook
Pleasant location and house was fine. A few minor hassles : only on street parking, key lock difficult, pillows hard and lumpy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
A very relaxing weekend in a comfortable home, which contained all you need for a home away from home stay. A great place to stay with our dog. Handy location to the lake, unfortunately it lacked the winter sun which was obstructed by trees.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Very nice location, neat and tidy place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monika G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
We've spent 16 days in this holiday home, we enjoyed our stay, the home is spacious enough for a family, and opened. The gardens are beautiful too. There are bats close to the backyard, but we also have them close to our home, so it wasn't an issue for us. It's walking distance to the lake, few minutes drive to beaches, National Parks and plenty of shopping opportunity in Forster, just about 20 mins easy drive.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful relaxing getaway
Property was very clean. The balcony was lovely to sit on and look out onto the rainforest. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carmelo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calm and relaxing
Property was very self sufficient in a quiet and relaxing for part of Smiths Lake. The property backs onto the rain forest and a colony of bats however the price and location are worth the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mehul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good family stay
Nice location with beautiful lake nearby and rainforest in the backyard. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Will stay again Thank you
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean place!
Very happy with it. Very clean. Very well stocked kitchen. Lovely gas heater. Netting on all doors and windows to keep insects out but let the breeze in. Would definitely come back. The only inconvenience is no Wifi. I didn't mind at all, it's probably a plus, but the kids were a little disgruntled.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Indrani L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long wknd away
Good propoerty for 4 people to live comfortably. Pet friendly accomodation. Amenities in the bathroom could have been better, no hair dryer and shampoo , shower gel etc , instead of just soap. Clean and tidy , otherwise no issues.

8/10 Good

Kailin O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A comfortable and relaxing stay
We had a comfortable stay for our family of 4. We enjoyed the quietness of the neighbourhood and easy access to the lake down the road. Tropical landscape in the backyard was nice and deck area was relaxing. The house was pretty well kept though the towels and linen were a bit worn and I understand it was a dog- friendly house but could smell faint doggy smell (or maybe the local bats) especially after the rain. Glad we could use the fans as it was really humid at this time of year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Meg D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
A nice time away despite a few hiccups.
The property was not dog friendly as advertised due to the wires in the decking being loose enabling any smaller dog to fall through with a big drop below. The enormous bat colony made it even more likely that a dog would want to escape- both these factors were not made clear to us. Consequently we had to find urgent kennelling for our pet at added expense. Thankfully we found the most beautiful woman Jenny who has “in house” accommodation in Wootton. The house also had internal stairs with no bannister which would have been tricky for some- again not made clear and possibly not within building standards. When it rained the gutters overflowed straight back into the house. No fan in the second room made for some uncomfortable nights along with the unique smell of the bats. We had a great time away despite these challenges- the surrounding areas boasted great beaches and some lovely cafes. The house was easily accessed, was clean and well appointed with great laundry facilities and a second toilet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and Relaxing
My Mum and I had a fantastic Two weeks over the Christmas 2019 & New Year period 2020, here at Smiths Lake Retreat. It had every thing we needed and more. It was very comfortable and I enjoyed sitting out on the deck, with the windows open for that cool breeze. We both enjoyed having the Wildlife and loved watching the Flying Foxes. Thank you very much to Ann and Craig for letting us stay at your lovely home.

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Loverly dog friendly house.

8/10 Good

Pawel o.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could be cleaner
Lovely location in a rain forest close to the lake. The kitchen and fridge definitely could be cleaner. Don't look under the beds :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smiths lake short stay
Beautiful location and lovely house. We had a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Ann Smith or Craig Kingston

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My Husband and I enjoy spending time in our holiday cottage, we live in Newcastle NSW but love spending time in the beautiful Smiths Lake area.
We are happy to make it available to other people to enjoy for weekend or longer.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property due to its close location to Smiths Lake & also to some spectacular pristine beaches.

What makes this property unique

Very private, with large back deck to enjoy the rain-forest outlook. Walking distance to the lake, great for dogs.
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