[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Swansea Sands- Modern Family home close to the lake Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Lake Macquarie ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111599600/111599511/cf0a102c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111599600/111599511/133c53e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111599600/111599511/1408503c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111599600/111599511/abd8fce8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111599600/111599511/f6151e76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Swansea Sands- Modern Family home close to the lake provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Swansea Sands- Modern Family home close to the lake A rare find with a lovely modern 3 bedroom plus office entire house in Swansea, with another onus being it is per friendly, with a large deck out the back perfect for relaxing and unwinding. Swansea Sands is conveniently located in a quiet street, three houses back from the Waterfront Reserve, providing a perfect location for families to relax and unwind. Swansea is home to some of the best waterways and fishing spots in NSW, with boat ramps only minutes away. There are also patrolled beaches close by including the famous Caves Beach. We also allow pets with a fully fenced yard. The large Master bedroom has a plush, comfortable king size bed and also a queen size "Koala" fold out sofa bed. This folds out low to the ground so is great for the little ones. There is also a generous size ensuite attached to the room including a shower and toilet, with a large built in wardrobe. The second bedroom has a lovely queen size bed and an open wardrobe. To access this bedroom you walk through the office. The third bedroom has a queen size bed with a built in wardrobe. The office has a desk and monitor to ensure if you need to work whilst here you can do so comfortably. The cupboard also contains some books and boardgames to keep you entertained. The main bathroom is large and includes a bath. The toilet is separate to the bathroom to maximise privacy. One of the features of this house is the generous size under-covered deck which looks out over the full fenced yard. The deck features a large 8 seater dining table, lounge and a Webber BBQ. The fully equiped kitchen, including Smeg appliances and a Nepresso pod coffee machine means cooking while you are here is a breeze. The basic essentials are provided (such as oil, spices etc) to help you get started. The laundry contains a front loader washing machine and dryer. The lounge room has a comfortable lounge with 4 of the seats automatic recliners and a large television including Netflix, Stan etc. It also has an air-conditioner. All quality linen and Sheridan bath towels are provided, however it is recommended to bring your own beach towels. A small number of supplies are provided, however if staying longer than a few days there are Coles and Woolies within a 5 minute drive. We are welcoming you to bring your pet kids, however please do not let them on the furniture or beds. There are two rattan dog beds provided, however please bring your own blankets etc. Please note this is not a party house and large gatherings are not permitted. This is a lovely quiet street with elderly neighbours so please keep noise to a minimum. You will have full access to the property, except the shed out the back. Please note, there is no driving/ parking of cars allowed through the side gate and into the carport, however there is plenty of parking for two cars in the driveway and also off-street parking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107600000/107597000/107596906/d11930fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2B at Swansea - cosy cottage, outdoor pet friendly Swansea - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=107596906&PinnedHotelID=107596906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67650000/67649000/67648928/00206318.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wangi Dreaming waterfront holiday home - walk to village Wangi Wangi - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews CA $1,033 CA $1,033 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=67648928&PinnedHotelID=67648928&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61590000/61583100/61583011/w1242h930x0y639-35ab75bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Budgewoi home between 2 Lakes & 5 minutes from Budgewoi Beach Budgewoi - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=61583011&PinnedHotelID=61583011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30800000/30795100/30795024/ef4c6ddb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Budgewoi Beach House Budgewoi - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 130 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=30795024&PinnedHotelID=30795024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/90000000/89991400/89991326/3bc091c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Explore Lake Macquarie and Newcastle! 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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 PID-STRA-72872, 2281 ## About the area Swansea, a neighborhood in Newcastle, is home to this vacation home. Charlestown Square and Westfield Kotara are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground are also worth visiting. [Visit our Newcastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle.dx6047788) [View more Vacation homes in Newcastle](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6047788-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-33.078175,151.63261&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:nuzhEyvn%7C%5B%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40SBQ%40QBQBQBSBQDQBMDSDQBQFMDSDQDMFSFMDOFQFOFMHOFQFOHMFOHKHOHMHOHKJOHKJMHKJMHKLKJKHKJKLKJILKJGLMJGLGLILIJGLILILGNELILELENELENELELENENCLENANCLCNANALCNAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLCN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%3FNBL%3FN%40NBN%40N%40LBNBL%40NDNBLDNDLDNDLDLDNDLDLHLDNFJHLHLDLJLHJFLFLLJFLJJHJJJJJJJJJJJJJLHJJLHJJNHJHNHLHNFJHNHLFNFPFNHLFNFPDNFLDRFLDPDRDLDPDPBRDLBPDPBR%40PBPBPBP%40R%40PBP%40P%3FP%40P%40P%3FT%40P%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FPAP%3FTAPAP%3FPAPCRAPAPCPCPCPAPCREPCPENCPEPEPENEPEPGNEPGLENGPGNILGNGPGNILINGJINILINIJKNIJKNIJKHKLKJKJKJKJKJKHMJKHMJMFKHMFMLMDMFKHOFMDMHMDODMDMDODMDODMDOBODM%40OBMBO%40OBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOBO%3FO%3FMCO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCMAOCOAMCOCOAMEOCOEMEMEOEMEOEMEMEMIOEMGMIMGKIMIMGMIKGMKKIMKKIMKKKIKKKMKIMKIIKKOIKKOIKIOIMIOIKGOIMGOGQIOGMGOGQEOGMGQEOEQEQGOCQEQEQCOEQCQCSCQCQAQCQAQCQASAQAQ%3FQAQAU%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wgajal94tn4_2LuGLWduSHFNVYA=) Swansea, NSW ### What's nearby - Lake Macquarie - 1 min drive - 0.4 km - Blacksmiths Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km - Belmont Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.2 km - John Hunter Hospital - 25 min drive - 23.8 km - Newcastle Beach - 32 min drive - 28.0 km ### Getting around - Kotara Station - 24 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 54 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Yoga Place Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬39 min drive - ‪Blacksmiths Take Away - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Swansea Sands- Modern Family home close to the lake pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### Where is Swansea Sands- Modern Family home close to the lake located? > Located in Swansea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Blacksmiths Beach and Moon Island Nature Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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