
Waterfront holiday rentals in Newcastle
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'The Ballast' Riverfront Retreat
This newly renovated unit boasts unobstructed views across Newcastle’s working harbor and the beautiful Ballast grounds. Includes Queen-sized bed and ensuite, with shampoo, conditioner and all linen provided. Fully equipped kitchenette with tea and coffee making facilities, toaster oven, hot plate, frypan, saucepan, sandwich maker and microwave. The lounge room has reverse-cycle air-conditioning, a double leather recliner lounge and a 42-inch LCD TV. Complimentary continental breakfast included.

Spectacular Beach Views Penthouse, Newcastle Beach
Stylishly appointed, near new, penthouse apartment (14th floor) overlooking pristine Newcastle Beach & adjacent Oceans Baths. Fabulous Cafes right downstairs, 5 min walk to city centre busting with great bars, restaurants and shops. You can walk everywhere from here whether on business or pleasure. Private 1 car park underground (+visitor parking). Comfy queen bed so you can wake up and see dolphins & whales migrating & the best view in Newcastle. Sip coffee or cocktails on the balcony. Just BE

The LakeHouse BnB on Lake Macquarie, Murrays Beach
This self-contained unit is ground floor, with breakfast provisions and coffee machine. Nestled amongst private extensive GARDENS this one bedroom unit has a fully equipped kitchen, lounge-dining and undercover BBQ area. Managed by SUPERHOSTS, the unit has VIEWS of and access to the WATERFRONT. This elegantly appointed BnB has a private bathroom, air-conditioning and Foxtel TV with sports, entertainment & movie channels. Community POOL and CAFES a short walk away. Infants only (no children).

Lake Macquarie leisure and pleasure
Welcome to your private, recently renovated 2 bedroom self contained flat, literally less than a stones throw to the the beautiful shores of Lake Macquarie. From here you can enjoy safe swimming, sailing, skiing and fishing right at your doorstep. Want more?, you can enjoy 4WDs on local beaches and the nearby Watagan Mts with easy rainforest walks and picnic areas. Hunter Valley vineyards are 40 minutes with Newcastle port and its famous surf beaches only 25 minutes, so why aren't you here?

Breathtaking views | Private retreat
This apartment is only 600m to Nelson Bay marina, shops, bars, cafes & restaurants. It has magnificent beach views and only a 2 min walk to Fly Point Beach. Living area flows to an undercover tiled terrace, then onto a grassed area. This is a perfect getaway, well equipped and beautifully presented. Linen, bath and beach towels provided and bed made. There is a construction site next door though the noise is minimal or if any. Portable cot available. Pet friendly. Weber Q bbq available.

Honeysuckle Harbourside-81m2-Parking-Self Check-In
Very modern 1 bedroom 81m2 apartment, situated on Newcastle Harbour in Honeysuckle (Nobby's headland views). The University's city campus is on the opposite side of the street. Footsteps to Honeysuckle's dining and entertainment precinct. One light rail stop from Newcastle interchange, light rail stop is directly behind the apartment building. BBQ on level 3. Apartment is professionally cleaned before each guest arrives, to ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

East End Loft • Cafes, Bars & Beach on Doorstep
Centrally located in the vibrant East End of Newcastle, its the ideal base from which to explore the best of Newcastle! An easy walk to Newcastle and Nobby’s beach, as well as the harbour foreshore just across the road. So many good cafes, bars and restaurants an easy walk. The light rail stop is close, very convenient to head to the Civic Theatre for a show, or enjoy the West End restaurants and night life. A welcoming, cosy and quiet apartment with an inner city vibe!

Lily's On The Lake
Our charming studio is only 3 meters from the lapping waters edge of Lake Macquarie. Just relax and watch the yachts sail by, magnificent views. It's quite romantic to sit in the moonlight and feel the lake breeze in the evening. Through day you might like to try your luck at a spot of fishing from our jetty or enjoy a stroll down the main street looking through the boutique shops of Toronto 2 minutes away. A row of gourmet cafe/restaurants that face the lake.

Cedar Cottage on Lake Macquarie
An incredibly peaceful, calm cottage just meters from the waterfront of beautiful Lake Macquarie. Luxurious modern bathroom, state of the art kitchen, and everything you will ever want for a relaxing, rejuvenating private break. Please be aware your luggage needs to be carried from your car park at the top of the hill, down approximately a 100m grassed hill, then back up again. If you have an injury or you have limited mobility you will struggle with access

HighTide- luxury apartment, almost on the beach.
HighTide is a purpose built apartment and is relatively new to the holiday rental market. The locals refer to our beach as Little Salamander Beach and because of the beautiful white sand, calm water, paperbark trees and amazing sunsets all year through, we are the envy of many people who continually return to our patch of paradise. The main residence, where owners live, is waterfront and is on one of the most sought after stretches of sandy beach.

Warner’s Bay Private Studio
Fully self contained studio with private entrance. Suitable for couples, solo or business travellers. The studio is 15 minutes walk to the lake and pedestrian cycleway. Coles shopping centre, boutiques, banks, post office, newsagent, restaurants, cafes, takeaways, hotel and bowling club are nearby. By car it’s a 20 minute drive to Newcastle, Merewether and Nobbys beach. The closest major shopping centres are Mt Hutton, Charlestown and Kotara.

"The View" Waterfront Apartment Shoal Bay
Early check in if available (otherwise 4pm), and 1pm late checkout. 20% discount for weeklybookings. "The View" Waterfront Apartment is a privately owned unit within the Ramada complex. Metres from cafes, restaurants, late night weekend entertainment & the beach. Sleeps 4 (1 King bed, 1 Double sofa bed) All linen provided. Reserved parking, spa bath, kitchen & laundry, Cappuccino machine, Aircon, Free WiFi, Free Netflix, Non-Smoking.
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When is the best time to visit Newcastle?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $274 AUD | $243 AUD | $243 AUD | $242 AUD | $248 AUD | $242 AUD | $245 AUD | $240 AUD | $256 AUD | $240 AUD | $231 AUD | $301 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 23°C | 23°C | 22°C | 20°C | 17°C | 14°C | 14°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C | 20°C | 22°C |
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Newcastle

Total holiday rentals
Explore 70 holiday rentals in Newcastle

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Newcastle holiday rentals start at $106 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
30 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
60 of Newcastle holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Newcastle rentals

4.8 Average rating
Newcastle stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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Newcastle's top spots, include Fort Scratchley, Newcastle Museum, and Tower Cinemas
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