Smoking-friendly holiday rentals in Lake Macquarie

Unique lakefront glamping site

Unique glamping experience in a charming vintage caravan renovated in a fresh and modern coastal feel with uninterrupted water and sunset views on the Canton Beach Foreshore. Outdoors meets indoors in beautifully private landscaped setting Chez (At) Mere (Mothers or by the Sea). Explore local beaches and cafes, take advantage of all the Lake and foreshore offers with beach, parks and pathways for bicycle rides and walks or just sit back, relax and watch the world go by and take in the sunset..

The Church

The Church is a very private 140 year old timber church with gothic windows and high ceilings set in its own lush native garden The living area is spacious with French Doors opening onto a large veranda under shady trees The bedroom is on a mezzanine level with a queen bed Bathroom is large with a long, deep cast iron bath. Pet friendly inside and out. 5 min walk to a nature reserve and Kotara rail station (Sydney line) 15-25 min to beach by car, bus or train very near (1-5 min walk)

Chilling Lakeside on Lake Macquarie

Looking to relax or have an activity filled escape, we offer both. Modern, well equipped home situated on the lakefront with gentle sloping grass to the waters edge shaded by majestic trees. Kayaks/Canoes are provided with life jackets & bicycles with helmets. Plenty of room for kids to play while you sit back under an undercover patio or on the benches around the fire pit with a drink in hand watching the amazing sunsets. A BBQ is provided for relaxed summer outdoor dinners & entertaining

Mara's Olive Tree Garden

Studio in a quiet street with private entry, comfortable double bed, smart TV, bathroom, washing mashine, kitchen and outside sitting area. It is close to beautiful beaches like Umina, Ettalong (10min 🚗), also to majestic waterways and national parks in Central Coast. It is within an hour drive /train ride from Sydney and Newcastle. Walking distance to Evarglades country golf club. Close to popular Yoga clubs, Deep Water Plaza shopping center and local pubs and eatery's.

Hunter Hideaway Farm Studio for 2 with hot tub.

We have created a fabulous private studio retreat on our 150 acre farm for 2 people wanting that private secluded getaway, bubbas stay free also a tiny house trained doggo would be welcomed. You can’t leave the dog alone at any time if you go out it must go with you. It is a magical space with a hot tub just outside the door for your personal use watching the sunset with a bottle of bubbles that we supply you may see a Kangaroo or two or even a wombat. We don’t have WiFi.

Self-cont Cabin, Smart TV, Netflix, unlimited NBN

The Cabin is a large room divided by a large wardrobe and Hutch with the bedroom (Queen Bed) on one side, and the living area on the other. In the large Bedroom area there is also a desk and smart TV (includes Netflix), and the toilet/shower room is accessed there. The kitchen is well equipped and I provide frozen gluten free and other breads as well as many other provisions. The lounge and chair both fold down into beds (a double, and a single) but are quite firm.

McDonald Cottage

Quiet and secluded, McDonald Cottage is in the heart of the Pokolbin wine country. For weekend bookings, a minimum of two guests is required. The cottage has three bedrooms, a large living room with a firebox and air conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. The veranda looks onto Audrey Wilkinson's winery. The cottage is kept meticulously clean by our long-term housekeeper. Generous, reduced rates are available for week-long stays.

Olive Lane

Olive Lane is within walking distance to restaurants, cellar doors and a day spa. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery over the vineyards, olive groves and Brokenback Range. Wake up with the view of hot air balloons, kangaroos and bird life, and in the evening enjoy captivating sunsets while sipping a glass of Hunter Valley wine. The apartment is completely private and self contained with your own entry and parking.

Escape to the Hunter Valley at Thallan Cottage

Thallan Cottage is situated along Mount View Road leading you up towards Mount View and Pokolbin Wineries. Thallan cottage has a 180-degree deck boasting views down the valley towards Wollombi and Pokolbin mountain ranges, overlooking rolling hills, dams, cows and kangaroos. Central location close to wineries and activities, whilst also offering seclusion, nature, amazing sunsets and stargazing!