8/10 Good
Martina R.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taste of Newcastle and surroundings
Martina R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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Catho Miners Cottage [pet friendly]
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Catherine Hill Bay, NSW
- Catherine Hill Beach10 min walk
- Lake Macquarie5 min drive
- Ghosties Beach22 min drive
- Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Catho Miners Cottage [pet friendly]
This 100+ year old miners cottage has been completely renovated and is complete with modern bathroom and updated kitchen. There is a slow combustion fireplace for winter and all the beds are fitted with electric blankets. The bedrooms have portable fans for summer and heaters for winter. The large yard is securely fenced, with indoor and outdoor dining.
It is surrounded by bush with just a short stroll to the beautiful Catherine Hill Bay Beach, of which 90% is dog friendly. The southern end of the beach is patrolled from October to April.
Just 1 hour from Hornsby and 5 km from Swansea and Lake Macquarie, it is an ideal getaway to where the bush meets the sea. There are numerous walks through the surrounding bush, good fishing in both the ocean and Lake Macquarie and great swimming, snorkeling and surfing at the local beaches.
Bed linen, bath towels, donnas, and pillows are all provided. The cleaning fee is included in the nightly rate. Due to health regulations, guests will need to supply their own food, including milk, as we are only able to provide sealed, single use sachets of tea, and coffee (instant and beans for the expresso machine).
It is surrounded by bush with just a short stroll to the beautiful Catherine Hill Bay Beach, of which 90% is dog friendly. The southern end of the beach is patrolled from October to April.
Just 1 hour from Hornsby and 5 km from Swansea and Lake Macquarie, it is an ideal getaway to where the bush meets the sea. There are numerous walks through the surrounding bush, good fishing in both the ocean and Lake Macquarie and great swimming, snorkeling and surfing at the local beaches.
Bed linen, bath towels, donnas, and pillows are all provided. The cleaning fee is included in the nightly rate. Due to health regulations, guests will need to supply their own food, including milk, as we are only able to provide sealed, single use sachets of tea, and coffee (instant and beans for the expresso machine).
Property manager
Cathominers Cottage
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact us if more than one pet
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-8620, 2281
About the area
Newcastle
Located in Catherine Hill Bay, a neighbourhood in Newcastle, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Macquarie and Wallarah National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Belmont Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Catherine Hill Bay, NSW
What's nearby
- Catherine Hill Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Wallarah National Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Lake Macquarie - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
- Blacksmiths Beach - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
- Ghosties Beach - 22 min drive - 14.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Big Mamma's Pizza - 8 min drive
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 7 min drive
- Mai Thai Restaurant NSW - 7 min drive
- Catho Pub - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sarah V.
22 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Stay
Sarah V.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
benita c.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catho Miners Cottage
benita c.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Julie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Annet J.
20 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway on the Central Coast
Annet J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Karen B.
24 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catho Cottage
Karen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deb D.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cottage
Deb D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jesse A.
11 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catho Stay
Jesse A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
6/10 Okay
Vinny C.
14 Mar 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Noisy road
Vinny C.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
john W.
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catho escape
john W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah V.
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway.
Sarah V.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judith P.
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini break at Catherine Hill Bay
Judith P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Mel M.
10 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Little Cottage
Mel M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mojave K.
16 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway close to Sydney
Mojave K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Karen T.
18 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Karen T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marko A.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Away
Marko A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca C.
14 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
Rebecca C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Vanessa M.
19 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet location. Great beaches and suitable for our dog
Vanessa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
David B.
5 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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David B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kate H.
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Kate H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sun J.
13 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy and comfortable!
Sun J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Melita D.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with great backyard
Melita D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katrina B.
11 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and clean, beautiful wildlife
Katrina B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Yvette P.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Yvette P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Naomi L.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely house in a charming town
Naomi L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Cathominers Cottage
We have just purchased this lovely property and looking to holiday or short stay let until we semi-retire.
We have two beehives located in the back corner of the property that forage in the National Park, and we are looking forward to the honey we will collect.
We have two beehives located in the back corner of the property that forage in the National Park, and we are looking forward to the honey we will collect.
Why they chose this property
The tranquillity and history of this area is awesome. We are avid surfers, bush walkers, cyclists and book readers. We love walking our dogs on the beach. This property enables us to do all of this.
Languages:
English
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