[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sparkling Waters - Jetty & Games Room! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93180000/93172800/93172711/5b97eb8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93180000/93172800/93172711/850b7c9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93180000/93172800/93172711/822ca815.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93180000/93172800/93172711/3f195081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93180000/93172800/93172711/d375796b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Sparkling Waters on Lake Macquarie, a 4-bedroom waterfront holiday home that offers serene surroundings and all the amenities you need for the ultimate vacation experience. With spacious living areas, a fully-equipped kitchen, and large windows that offer panoramic views of the water. 7.8 Good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sparkling Waters - Jetty & Games Room! Welcome to Sparkling Waters on Lake Macquarie! Escape to your own private oasis with this 4-bedroom waterfront holiday home! Nestled on the edge of the water, this stunning property offers breathtaking views, serene surroundings, and all the amenities you need for the ultimate vacation experience. With four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and spacious living areas, this holiday home can comfortably accommodate your entire family, sleeping up to 10 guests. Wake up each morning to panoramic views of the water from the main bedroom, then head to the fully-equipped kitchen to prepare breakfast. Relax and unwind in the spacious living area featuring comfortable seating and large windows that offer stunning views of the water. Enjoy a family dinner in the dining area, or step outside to the deck to cook a BBQ. This waterfront holiday home is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with easy access to swimming, boating, fishing, and other water activities. Explore the surrounding area and take in the natural beauty of Lake Macquarie which is the largest saltwater lake in the Southern Hemisphere , or simply relax and soak up the serene and tranquil atmosphere. This home includes the below features: \- Absolute waterfront with generous living and dining zones with impressive sheltered entertaining decks \- Central spacious kitchen with breakfast bar, dishwasher and coffee machine. \- Four bedrooms (2 upstairs and 2 down), two bathrooms, full laundry with washing machine & dryer \- Ducted air conditioning, raked ceilings, fans, lake breezes and timber blinds \- Double garage set up as a games room with pool table, table tennis, air hockey table and arcade machine! \- Launch your boat at the local boat ramp and moor it at the shared jetty. \- Off street parking \- Wi-Fi \- 5min walk to local café, shops, tennis courts and bowling club Comfortably sleeping 10 people, it’s suitable for 2 families or is equally ideal as a spacious, private family retreat. Bedroom 1 - 1 x King Bedroom 2 - 1 x Queen Bedroom 3 - 2 x Singles Bedroom 4 - 2 x Singles Downstairs living area - Sofa bed, only available on request. Bathrooms have a welcome supply of soap, hand soap and toilet paper. Bed linen and bath towels are provided for your convenience. This home is strictly NO SMOKING! Important message for guests organising events. We have a strict no party or events policy. It is in a quiet neighbourhood, so any type of events such as hens/bucks/schoolies/end of season sporting groups/birthday parties celebration are not allowed. If you are unsure if your group falls into any of these categories please enquire before booking. We can easily determine if the house rule of “No parties or events” is disrespected, and this means additional charges, bond forfeited and/or eviction will apply. PLEASE NOTE: All bookings are subject to the owners pre-approval and we endeavour to notify you of the status of your booking within 24hrs. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### 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 - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73690000/73689900/73689900/c9e8623d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Escape - Reserve Waterfront w/ Kayaks Chain Valley Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=73689900&PinnedHotelID=73689900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57650000/57646000/57645929/cd41ecb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Absolute Waterfront : Lakehouse Fishing Point - Waterfront, Pool, Jetty Fishing Point - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews CA $1,000 CA $1,000 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=57645929&PinnedHotelID=57645929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105340000/105339500/105339465/3e6ba21a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sparkle by the Lake at this peaceful direct waterfront luxury home Bonnells Bay - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=105339465&PinnedHotelID=105339465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89490000/89481200/89481199/974f5e7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise Palms - Sandy Bottom Lakefront w/ Jetty! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 2283, PID-STRA-17968 ### Property is also known as 2934-251747 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.04681%2C151.59474&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0wasQcGTJi5NUtceN5ivCAgGVss=) Rathmines, NSW #### What's nearby - Lake Macquarie - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - John Hunter Hospital - 29 min drive - 26.8 km - Belmont Golf Course - 35 min drive - 31.0 km - Newcastle Beach - 38 min drive - 35.3 km - Blacksmiths Beach - 39 min drive - 32.2 km #### Getting around - Teralba Station - 15 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Toronto Diggers - ‬9 min drive - ‪Saigon Bistro - ‬9 min drive - ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sparkling Waters - Jetty & Games Room! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sparkling Waters - Jetty & Games Room!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sparkling Waters - Jetty & Games Room!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sparkling Waters - Jetty & Games Room! located? > Located in Rathmines, this vacation home is steps from Lake Macquarie, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pulbah Island Nature Reserve and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area. Watagans National Park and Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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