Title: Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Lake Macquarie ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/efcb1c31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/51de5ea0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/1e95d6e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/6b8c8a9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106840000/106831200/106831124/7c66551b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a peaceful retreat at Rafferty's Resort, where memories are made. Enjoy a short walk to the tennis courts and four pools, including one heated pool. Unwind in the spa or take advantage of outdoor BBQ areas for family gatherings. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort A beautiful and peaceful three-bedroom holiday house in Rafferty’s Resort. Rafferty's Resort is a family friendly place to make lots of memories. Experiencing a short walk to the tennis courts, four pools including one heated pool, spa, kids play equipment, restaurant, lake frontage, boat ramp, BBQ areas, fishing and many more. This property has laundry with a washing machine and dryer. Clothesline outdoor. Full kitchen with dishwasher, oven, cooktop, fridge and microwave. Tennis rackets are available, Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Property has outdoor security cameras. This property sleeps eight people. Bedroom 1: King Size Bed Bedroom 2: Queen Size Bed Bedroom 3: Two Queen Size Bed (Bunk Bed) ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Things to do - Boat - Heated pool - Kayak - Tennis ### 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 ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33557600/33557506/db7fca4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet waterfront cottage Toronto - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 185 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=33557506&PinnedHotelID=33557506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1678800/1678777/245541fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raffertys Resort Cams Wharf - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 7.8 Good 293 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=1678777&PinnedHotelID=1678777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103150000/103140700/103140681/1f0b47b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lake Palace at Murray's Beach Murrays Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=103140681&PinnedHotelID=103140681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103220000/103217000/103216941/9150eee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeshores Villa - 200m from pool, tennis & lake! 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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-68464, 2281 ## 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-33.12104%2C151.61557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I9orSnvoWaPU46knCSF2S1NLRHg=) Cams Wharf, NSW #### What's nearby - Lake Macquarie - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Wallarah National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 2 min drive - 1.6 km - John Hunter Hospital - 31 min drive - 31.0 km - Newcastle Beach - 40 min drive - 36.8 km #### Getting around - Wyee Station - 23 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 61 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬7 min drive - ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬41 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Blacksmiths Take Away - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Yoga Place Cafe - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort located? > Located in Cams Wharf, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Macquarie and Wallarah National Park. Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area and Pinney Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Wild Duck Holiday Home at Rafferty's Resort Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Joanne Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication A great house in a good location within the resort. Easy access to pool, tennis, lake and tavern. Kitchen was well equipped for the stay. ##### Joanne Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. Oct 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Honest review Nice relaxing, clean getaway and would recommend ##### John G. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig M. Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing holiday Family friendly. Great facilities. Could not find an iron or vacuum cleaner. ##### Craig M. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Adam H. Oct 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Adam H. 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