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Bowerbird House~Table Tennis~Huge Lawn~Pet friendly~2 Wood Fireplaces~NBN

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Stroll down to the waterfront and enjoy the ever changing Smiths Lake
Living area 1 opens up on to the BBQ decking with easy access to the kitchen
Fully equipped kitchen
The beautiful constantly changing Smiths Lake
Living area 2

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Smiths Lake, NSW
  • Smiths Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Blueys Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bull Island Nature Reserve
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Forster, NSW (FOT)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Outdoor shower

Outdoor shower

Separate WC

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Bowerbird House~Table Tennis~Huge Lawn~Pet friendly~2 Wood Fireplaces~NBN

HUGE 7000m Lakefront town property with wide lawns, deck, trees and lake RELAX sleep after a SURF

PAYMENTS: Please NOTE surcharge for extra guest over 6 people is not added to online booking total. See below. Put in your request as CONTACT MANAGER

ENJOY the spacious home. 2 FIREPLACES, fans throughout, big windows to lawn, fragrant flowers, views of bush and lake. Leather sofas, 4 BIG bedrooms.

Walk through the bush to lake shore.

Children RELAX and PLAY in the huge garden on quiet street or enjoy hours of fun around the TABLE TENNIS TABLE in the garage.

The sounds of the BIRDS & the OCEAN crashing.

Secluded lake front to fish, kayak or simply enjoy the tranquillity.

Walk to the shops or min's drive. CAFE, baker, butcher, gen store. EASY

Find 5 world class SURF beaches within 5 mins? 50m to Lake.

Holiday rates CHEAPER than most properties in the region! FLEXIBLE checkout (on request).

ESCAPE to Bowerbird House.

The House

Perfect for 2 families! Bowerbird House is a LARGE house in the village, on a HUGE 7000 m block, lakefront in Smiths Lake. Cul de sac QUIET.

WIDE open lawns, swing, BBQ deck, big VIEWS of trees, bush and lake from INSIDE and out. Private rainforest path to lake.

4 BIG bedrooms, sleeping 10 ++, each of generous size. A true REST. Fit a few more children or teens on mattresses (which can be provided).

2 new totally renovated bathrooms !

BED 1. Queen
BED 2. Double and 2 singles
BED 3. King (2 singles)
BED 4. Double and 2 singles

Our large kitchen has plenty of room, add the family size BBQ and cook a feast. Basics are left in the pantry. Kids crockery too. HERBS in the garden.

Our TWO large separate living areas give families space together, or adults & children the space to seek solitude.

Large windows in all living areas give views of the HUGE garden, tall native trees, and through to the lake.

Ceiling fans and wide openings creating breeze. Curl up in winter with 2 FIREPLACES at either ends of the house.

There are 2 bathrooms, and 2 toilets.

The HOT/ cold outdoor shower is great!!

Fully equipped laundry.

Table tennis table in the garage.

Stroll down the private track to our sandy, LAKE front bay on Smiths Lake. From there you can swim, prawn, fish, walk along the shore or kayak.

The FISH are biting, whiting and bream, small rods catch fish.

Cyclists can find a morning road BIKE culture or get dirty on a mountain bike. The dirt trail to beach starts near our house.

The house is stocked with board games, books and DVDs, table football, big Sony TV and DVD player. Also totem tennis, cricket set, rope swing.

Relax on a leather sofa and read.

WHEELCHAIR accessible with rear level access and everything on one level inside the house.

Enjoy the quiet and PRIVACY of being at the end of a cul-de-sac. There is ample car & boat parking.

Cellito, Blueys, Boomerang, Elizabeth, Shelley, Booti Booti, Seal Rocks, Treachery Beaches are all EASY drives.

Our property adjoins to 2 other holiday houses at the end of the cul-de-sac and the homes of happy, peace loving locals. Enquire.

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to BOWERBIRD HOUSE !

PRICING:
EXTRA GUESTS SURCHARGE OVER 6 PEOPLE: This is NOT calculated on online booking as we only change this once off and there is no provision for this as yet on the online booking function, please use “ask a question” ALTERNATIVELY you can put it through on online booking and I can amend the quote to be accepted by you prior to your booking.

SURCHARGE INFORMATION
Bowerbird House has a base booking charge for up to 6 people, to allow the average family a chance to stay, and then from this there is a ONCE OFF surcharge per person of $100 per adult or $50 per child. Children under 3 yrs stay FREE. The surcharge is not calculated on your auto generated booking response or in online booking however will be reflective in your email response by Kate.

PET STAY Fee $60.
LINEN
Sheets n towels can be hired from a local service. We provide your quilts n covers, pillows, bathmats, hand towels n tea I towels.

LOCAL AREA

Just over 3 hours easy driving from Sydney.

Down the path, get on a kayak and PADDLE to the sandbar, then BEACH.

Local surfers love mangrove fringed CELLITO BEACH. Use the car and LESS THAN A MINUTE from Smiths LAKE is the short dirt road used to access the Cellito or as the locals call it Sandbar Beach. Turn off and head past the golf course on the gravel road to the car park.

Only a SHORT distance to Blueys and Boomerang SURF BEACHES. Nearby Elizabeth beach which is patrolled during holidays. From there walk the path to Shelley beach.

That's 5 beaches within 8 mins. ! Not to mention the BEACHES to be found a little further a field at Seals Rocks & Forster/Tuncurry area.

The there are local independent restaurants and the clubs have restaurants, check out our folder for ideas. Walk or drive 1.5 km's to the shops. Smiths Lake has a butcher, baker, general store/newsagent with fresh local eggs, bottle shop, and a trendy cafe with super COFFEE and treats. Pacific Palms SEAFOOD is only a few minutes away, the perfect place to get your fresh local sea food. PIZZA at Blueys.

Hire watercraft at the Frothy Coffee Floating Cafe. Follow the signs past the local shops to the playground/ carpark/picnic area. Launch your boat and moor it at our bay. The local skateboard park just near the Bowling club is linked to a basketball court it is well kept, clean and big enough to have some fun.

Take a SCENIC 20 minute drive to Forster/Tuncurry. Explore MORE BEACHES, entertainment venues, shops and restaurants. Enjoy 10 Pin Bowling on a rainy day. The shops at the lake entrance are interesting. BROWSE clothes, surf shops, homeware, op shops, fishing, bakery, games, eats.

Local MARKETS roam around the area in different locations each Sunday. Look at Pacific Palms for where and when.

Pacific Palms, Wallis and Smiths Lake are are boat persons heaven. They are surrounded by National Parks with secluded pristine beaches and bush trails for bikes and walking.

Smiths Lake itself is separated from the ocean by a natural sand bar and great for BIRD watching, fishing, windsurfing, all water sports and safe swimming for the kids. Go to the Camping Ground at low tide and wade out along the mud flats. We love that walk at sunset.

Our Local Information box has loads of ideas. Massage. Yoga. Lots to do....

Getaway. Come, explore and ENJOY !

Bower Bird House adhere to the NSW Holiday Rental Code of Conduct ~ these can be found by typing Holiday Rental Code of Conduct in to the Stayz search bar.

Property manager

Kate Brown

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Strict no party policy
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please let us know breed and size of your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Note from host: Strict no party policy
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-24193, 2428

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Smiths Lake

Located in Smiths Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bramble's Reserve and Smiths Lake Nature Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Smiths Lake, NSW

What's nearby

  • Smiths Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Blueys Beach - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sandbar Beach - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Bull Island Nature Reserve - 25 min drive - 20.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Frothy Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Good Food Store - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kembali Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Palms Seafood - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bowerbird House~Table Tennis~Huge Lawn~Pet friendly~2 Wood Fireplaces~NBN pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bowerbird House~Table Tennis~Huge Lawn~Pet friendly~2 Wood Fireplaces~NBN?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bowerbird House~Table Tennis~Huge Lawn~Pet friendly~2 Wood Fireplaces~NBN?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bowerbird House~Table Tennis~Huge Lawn~Pet friendly~2 Wood Fireplaces~NBN located?

This family-friendly Smiths Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Smiths Lake and Bramble's Reserve. Sandbar Beach and Blueys Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

V. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bowerbird House.
Very comfy home with great yard & well provided kitchen.however,---the need to bring our own sheets & towels was a bit of a nuisance.Both showers leak from below the doors making wet floors.The two single mattresses were very soft due to broken bases, so had to be put on the floor to sleep.There was no soap in dispensers & no rinse-aid in the dishwasher.Plastic cups for the kids would be a good idea.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas get together
The house was in a perfect quiet street. House Perfect size with two main living areas, room for adults and kids. Kitchen was very well equipped, it had everything we needed. Maybe a few more plastic cups for kids.. House Dog friendly and ours had a lovely time running around and down to the lake with us. Table tennis came in handy.The only negative side was that the mattresses in kids rooms where some adults and kids slept were in need of replacement ( very tired). Dishwasher did not fully drain on two occassions, including Christmas day, we were able to fix without calling for help, but was a nusiance.On Christmas eve when just about to start up BBQ, gas pipe leading into regulator was leaking very badly, lucky a quick call to kate from Stayz, and she sent someone around within 15 mins to replace. Overall everyone commented that it was a really nice place to stayThankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely space but some things need updating
Lovely home as a small group of ladies wanted a little getaway. We like to bbq but unfortunately the bbq was non functional and rusted out. So plan B was using the frypans provided. They too need replacing as all of the coating was flaking off. Our garbage bins should also not have been full when we got there. It was a 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Was ok but could be better
We had a great time but that was because our family would have a great time anywhere. Venue was very average and cheaply done. But was comfortable enough.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet stay
Located in a quiet little town it was lovely to wake up to the sound of nature around. The house was clean however had a musty smell. We solved this by opening all the windows. The bathrooms were renovated nicely however be careful as the floor tiles are very slippery and the showers leak out into the bathroom. The host was very prompt in replies around booking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ros S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful setting amongst nature
Very comfortable and spacious. Very good kitchen and amenities. A great area, very scenic. Close to amenities, beautiful location. Loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend stay at Bellbird
I was working in Tiona and so was looking for a nice place with space for 4 of us for the weekend. Such a great place to stay, nice walk down to the lake and the house was huge! We had our dog there and they loved roaming the gardens. The owner was very accommodating and helped with any questions - would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Pete D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Time out
Got to spend time with a few friends good venue for what we were looking for. Very reasonably priced
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful spot close to the water
Our family enjoyed a lovely peaceful holiday at Smiths Lake. The house is in a quiet cul de sac with a lovely bush outlook and glimpses of the water through the trees. It is possible to access the lake from the property if you don’t mind a bit of a walk down the hill - you will get your exercise. Although advertised as pet friendly, the yard is not fenced and there is nowhere to secure your dog outside but as mentioned there is no traffic and our lab was happy roaming around the yard out the back. The house is all vynyl floors though so it is easy to sweep up the hair if you need to keep it inside, no vacuum available to use though.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P., Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay ! highly recommended
Thanks Kate! We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your property. Your place is clean, spacious and well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family home away from home
This was a great house for 2 families to come together to spend time on the lake. Beautiful setting among the trees, with glimpses of the lake below through the trees. The beds were comfortable, 2 living areas to use and kitchen was well appointed. The outside deck was a great spot for breakfast and dinner. We had kayaks, and found it easier to put the kayaks in the lake around the bend and paddle back to the shore below the house. The hill was steep down to the lake and was difficult with the kayaks, so we secured the kayaks at the shore under the trees so we didn't have to carry them up and down each day. This made the walk up and down much easier each time we went to the kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal for a group stay as long as they don't mine driving to beaches and shops.
The property is big enough but I feel it need some maintenance
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Greg S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice place but needs a good clean.
The house was quite dirty and needed a good clean , ie beer bottle tops in bedroom , the open fireplace was still full of ash , I don't think the rugs has been cleaned or vacuumed in year's ( I did shake them off the balcony myself) and they where filthy , not something I should have to do when paying $600 a night for a family stay. It was made very clear by Kate that we should leave the house clean when we left . We did leave it much cleaner than when we arrived ( not sure why they charge a cleaning fee) sack the cleaners would be a good idea. We did our best to clean with no vacuum cleaner , an old broom , a dustpan that was cracked and no mop. The gas bottle was nearly empty on arrival and when we contacted the management to get more gas there was no reply. There was wood for the fire place but had to borrow an axe from a house next door. These simple oversights make a big difference to a relaxing stay and a disappointing stay and this stay was disappointing. One of the showers was dripping all night resulting in water leaking onto the hall floor which was very slippery and dangerous when someone gets up to go to the toilet at night. Mould on some walls. The front door key was very soft , I can understand that another review said the key broke as it was a cheap key that bent very easily Anyway we expected a lot better when paying a premium cost per night . Nice house but it appears a simple oversight is the fact that people staying in a property expect a certain level of cleanliness especially with a cleaning fee.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Erica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A pleasant environment
We were very comfortable. The property was well equipped
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tierney O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly getaway
Loved the size of this property - and being pet friendly was an added bonus! Very close to Smiths lake, nice and quiet, beautiful surroundings - very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Jessica P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Beautiful house, needs some attention.
The house at smiths lake is awesome, big with lots of room to move around. We did experience some plumbing issues the second day we were there, but they were promptly seen to. There are definite issues with the plumbing and bathrooms however. Specifically leaking from toilets and inadequate structures in the showers to stop water going everywhere. After every shower multiple towels were needed to mop up the water, and it did continue to pool through out our 3 days there. So bring heaps of towels. The house is large and great for family gatherings, but the beds and bedding provided are old and musty, so definitely bring your own bedding and pillows. The biggest issue would be that the lake itself is not easily accessible from the house at all, we did not venture down the hill as we were not brave enough. Kate and her team were good to deal with. Overall a nice big house, but in need of a spruce up.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

LINA B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
The house was good but the management was terrible.
It's hard to give a fair review as It's a nice old house but the management was terrible. The issue was with the management that was pretty useless when the key snapped in the lock. Obviously a old key which she later admitted and not the first time. Instead of helping us she let us wait outside in the rain for 3h not taking any responsibility on top of that she was really rude and tryed to blame us even though we where several adults saying that it snapped and we didn't do anything out of the ordinary. If I was the owner I would want to be made aware of the lack of her management of the property and the guests. Then again the house was really nice and in a nice location. It has some issues with leaking water around windows but it was really heavy rain .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday
We loved our stay at Bowerbird House. It has an excellent layout with plenty of space, a well equipped kitchen and a relaxed atmosphere in a secluded and leafy location. We enjoyed the lovely gardens and had many coffees and chats on the deck which has filtered views of the lake. The surrounding area is beautiful with many wonderful beaches, lakes and forests to explore. A perfect location and house for a family get-together.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bowerbird guest house
The home is a great layout. Areas for everyone to enjoy and the parcel of land is amazing. Filtered views of Smiths Lake and Sandbar Beach in the distance. Plenty of room to sit back and soak in all that Bowerbird had to offer. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
This property is exactly as advertised. It's clean, large, quiet and peaceful. It gives you the option of making the most of the activities in the area or to just sit and enjoy the peace and quiet and privacy of the property. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family space to relax and unwind
Great open planned house perfect for 2 families and cousins catching up together. Lots of space in well stocked kitchen. Open fire and air conditioning needed for winter to warm the house but once warm it was perfect. Outside lots of space for kids to play and table tennis table fun but take your own balls. Would be great if there was a few kayaks for the lake though as the hire place wasn’t open when we went to hire one. We felt relaxed and enjoyed our catch up
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short break
Lovely big house in very quiet area. Close enough to shops and conveniences when needed. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bhaskar C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway with family.
A very well presented and large property. It was a very comfort stay for 11 of us (6 adults and 5 kids). A small bushwalk will lead to a lagoon (kind of) which is a great fishing area. The lawn is great for kids playing. The house was very clean and the bathrooms and toilets are seperate which is a plus for bigger groups especially when there are more than one family. The kitchen had plenty of utensils and supply if you wish to cook. Overall a great stay over the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ros S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay
Couldn't fault the property. 6 of us, all aged 69-75, stayed here for 3 nights. Had a great time with lots of bushwalking within 1/2 hour drive of Bowerbird and only 1/2 hour drive to Forster. Bowerbird had everything we needed in a quiet and peaceful street. Definitely recommend staying here and we will be back maybe one day.

10/10 Excellent

Cath J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous weekend away!
Great house for a group getaway. We loved the two living rooms arrangement and the whole set up of the house in general. Great lawn for kids to run around on and the table tennis table provided lots of entertainment. It was also a pleasant bush walk to the lake and a nice, quiet neighbourhood providing total privacy. Kate was fabulous in answering all our questions and very helpful in general. What a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kate Brown

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