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# Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach

Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Macquarie

## Photo gallery for Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach

![Beach - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/w1197h675x0y0-5849fd3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/c4f5cfa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Exterior - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/w1197h675x0y0-26d8bb6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/cd5fe3df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Interior - Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach (Blacksmiths)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107360000/107358000/107357919/6d04dcdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Relax at Longshore Drift, a charming vacation home just 200 meters from Blacksmiths surfing beach. This cozy holiday house offers comfort and convenience with a living room featuring a flat-screen TV, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and air conditioning throughout. Unwind on the undercover deck perfect for morning coffees or BBQs.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach

Just 200 meters from the surf at Blacksmiths Beach, Longshore Drift is a cosy and stylish holiday home designed for up to 6 guests. Perfect for families or groups of friends, this beachside retreat combines comfort, convenience, and a relaxed coastal vibe.  
  
The home features a master bedroom with a queen bed, a front bedroom with two king singles, and a study with two single day beds plus an extra TV, creating a versatile living space. Inside, enjoy a bright living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and breakfast bar, and a laundry with an additional shower and second toilet. The original bathroom is neat, featuring a shower over the bathtub.  
  
Step outside to the undercover front deck for morning coffee or evening BBQs, and stay comfortable with air conditioning throughout the house.  
  
Longshore Drift is your base for soaking up the sun, exploring local attractions, or simply unwinding in a tranquil setting—everything you need for a memorable beachside holiday.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2 bathrooms
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Books
- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- Near a hospital
- Next to a golf course

### Things to do

- Fishing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

### General

- Garden
- Unit size: 1,938 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Rules

Parties, noise, hens/bucks nights, or similar activities are not permitted. This is a holiday home in a residential area.

Park only in the designated garage, driveway, or community parking. Do not block neighbours' driveways, shared access, or garages.

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed

### 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

Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

### Property is also known as

547317\_S-11215473171747063144909x81747063144909x8

## About the area

Located in Blacksmiths, a neighborhood in Newcastle, this vacation home is next to a golf course. ANZAC Memorial Bridge and Newcastle Civic Theater are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Charlestown Square and Westfield Kotara. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium or Newcastle International Hockey Centre. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Newcastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle.dx6047788)

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Blacksmiths, NSW

### What's nearby

- ![Sunset from the bluff #beachbound ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131897/571309a2-028b-4ecd-a131-382591218b29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Blacksmiths Beach  
3 min walk \- 0.3 km
- ![D MB Lakeshore 2 sea pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054285/294b18e9-5309-4169-93aa-dfa393b07a16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Lake Macquarie  
2 min drive \- 2.3 km
- Byrnes Reserve  
14 min walk \- 1.2 km
- Moon Island Nature Reserve  
19 min walk \- 1.6 km
- John Hunter Hospital  
21 min drive \- 22.6 km

### Getting around

- Kotara Station  
18 min drive
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)  
49 min drive

### Restaurants

- Swansea Hotel  
3 min drive
- The Baker's Den Bakery Café  
14 min walk
- Caves Beachside Hotel  
6 min drive
- Good One Coffee & Things  
6 min drive
- McDonald's  
3 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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## Longshore Drift - metres to Blacksmiths Beach Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

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### 10

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Elsie R.

Nov 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach! Super comfy sofas and wooden floors.

##### Elsie R.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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