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The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens

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Sun loungers
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens

The Waterfront Cottage is the perfect place to kick back and relax or an enjoyable romantic getaway by the water. Wake up to the breathtaking panoramic views of Port Stephens, and dine in the open sea breeze. Relax and let the day pass, listen to the birds, watch the dolphins, turtles, pelicans, seagulls and kangaroos, or enjoy one or two drink watching the amazing sunset from the balcony.

The cottage is conveniently located, only a 2-hour drive from Sydney and just a short drive to all facilities. With less than 15 minutes drive to a fully stocked Coles, bottle shop, café, great restaurants, local seafood outlets, oyster bars and the local RSL Club. There is a service station about 5 minutes drive north for something quick, like bread and milk.

The famous Anna Bay beach is an approximate 35 minutes drive with exciting activities like ride-on camel tours, sand dune surfing and 4WD tours.

Love water sport? Bring your boat, jet ski and fishing gears. There are 2 well-facilitated boat ramps nearby, and the closer one is less than 10 minutes drive away.

Want something to keep the kids entertained? There are two small beaches only 100 meters away from the cottage, an excellent and safe place for kids to swim, play and fish. Moreover, the community tennis court, the basketball court, cricket ground/handball court and playground with slides are only a 15 minutes walk away.

We do our best to make you feel at home and supply all fresh bedding linen, bath towels for each guest, plus essential pantry items at no extra cost. A professional housekeeper spends over 4 hours thoroughly clean the cottage after each guest stays, make the beds and reload fresh towels.

The entire cottage is available for you and your family/guests to use. The cottage is set up to cater to two families or one with children. It consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 with queen bed and the third room equipped with a single bed and a bunk bed. The kitchen is fully equipped with electric cooktop, oven, grill, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, a dishwasher, pots and utilities. An outdoor BBQ with gas bottles are available for you to enjoy a fun Aussie family lunch.

Property manager

Kenny

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 Registration Number 2324, PID-STRA-25243

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Waterfront Of Stephens
The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens North Arm Cove
The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens Private vacation home

About the area

Map
North Arm Cove, NSW

What's nearby

  • Toboggan Hill Park - 57 min drive
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 60 min drive
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 60 min drive
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 61 min drive
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 64 min drive

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karuah Seafoods & Take Away - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Club Lemon Tree - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Village Grind - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪BANNISTERS port stephens - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪Gloria Jean's Coffees - ‬57 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Karuah Nature Reserve and within 12 mi (20 km) of Longworth Park and Karuah and District Golf Club. Karuah National Park is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) away.

The Waterfront Cottage of Port Stephens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tristan W.

Seaview
Amazing location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic, serene - the perfect escape.
The property lived up to it's exciting description, and the family had a relaxing time away. Perfect for families with young children, as you can watch the dolphins or sea turtles from the verandah, or venture a few hundred metres down the road to a waveless beach. Thank you to our wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful vista
We had a lovely stay at the Waterfront Cottage, the view was priceless, the property was very comfortable and true to the photo’s. A beautiful place to stay for a couple of days or more to chill out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Cottage
Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterfront stay
The view is lovely and the sunsets are amazing. Some instructions for how to use the washer/dryer combo would have been appreciated as were there for over a week and needed to use it. The property is just missing some of the finer details that we have had at other places we have stayed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trupal P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place for hiding
This is best property to hide from your routine life. Best waterfront view with peaceful atmosphere. And at the sunset it turns into another world.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views
A wonderful experience and beautiful views. Location is quiet and secluded. House is comfortable and well equipped with everything you might need. A great place to relax and recharge
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing outlook
If you want an amazing water view, this is for you. Excellent communication from owner. Just be aware 15-20 min or so drive to cafe and surf beach
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky X.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Arm Cove Stay
The house had everything we needed for a quiet holiday and the view was fantastic. We particularly enjoyed watching the dolphins from the deck. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Junrong Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
Good place for holidays .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Qasim V.

Liked: Cleanliness
VVVV nice view
Stunning n beautiful ocean view ftom Balcony! Generously linen provided/ Very nicely each n everything you need in kitchen is presented, most of Spices are there! Very big screen TV , Netflix fast paced internet provided!! I will say 10/10 rating! definitely will contact them again to stay in a beautiful property! Rent is bit expensive though..🤪
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Such a beautiful home in such an incredible location! Right on the water, we even got to enjoy watching the dolphins go by at sunset. Kenny was incredibly good at communicating, any questions or enquires he responded straight away! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent view
Definitely a beautiful property. Clean with all we need, my family from overseas and myself were enjoying the house very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Need some time out to relax
Wonderful, relaxing much needed time out. Both my husband and I enjoyed our stay, amazing views, very clean, well equipped house
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idelic serenity
We thank you so much.....Your property is beautifully peaceful and relaxing....We even saw dolphins swimming past......The bed was very comfortable and the big telly and netflix was perfect for rainy stay-in days. Lovely well set up kitchen and appliances.......and of course that view......you can see it from 3 sides! My only concern was when we were enjoying a meal together on the deck a spider climbed on me from the cobwebs on the deck. Luckily John saw it and managed to get round the table to get it off me. I don't know if this suggestion is helpful....on our house we get it sprayed every two years. It is fantastic ......we have not had any spider webs on the house for years. Thank you again....You have a beautiful House that is very well set up and amazing views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We stayed in March 2022. The photos don't do the property justice. It is a fantastic waterfront location. The kitchen is absolutely fully equipped. Quality linen provided. Very comfortable matrasses. TV with Netflix and very good wifi. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Prama M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house with amazing views
This is one of the best houses we have stayed in. An amazing house with quality furniture and finishing and a breathtaking view. We even saw dolphins swim right in front of the house. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naveena S., Narellan Vale

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home & View
The pictures on this listing doesn't do this place justice. When we stayed at Kenny's house, the view was amazing, the house was clean and he had provided us with all the basic necessities which is amazing. When we stayed over there was a lot of raining for at least 3 days, however, we thoroughly enjoyed it because of the view. Getting in contact with Kenny was super easy, as well. Thank you so much! We will definitely come here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay at North Arm Cove
The house was perfect and the Host could not have been more helpful. I think when advertised it should be noted that there are no shops at all at North Arm Cove to purchase provisions, and that you would be well advised to bring everything with you. Having to cross the M1 to get to shops or a beach is a negative as not having been to North Arm Cove before, we were not aware just how far the beaches and shops were. It's a great venue for older people, however, I believe anyone with kids maybe disappointed as there is basically no where to swim.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thuy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great place to stay. Beautiful views waterfront cottage, very relaxing and perfect for what I needed, will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B., Rutherford Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Just like home
- [ ] The cottage was delightful for our stay once again, to escape the heat in Maitland at Christmas. My mother , who is 92 this coming September, loves the high deck catching the cool breeze . I hope she’s well enough to come back next year, and also hope the family can join us, as in 2019.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kithmini G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property to relax and unwind
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful water view property. Pleasantly surprised to see brand new TV and dishwasher. Captured some great sunset photos. Kenny was a wonderful host and easily contacted
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views, responsive host and comfortable house
We stayed at the house for 4 days. The house was clean, comfortable, with amazing over the water. We even saw dolphins during our stay - they came right up to the neighbour's jetty! Kenny was a wonderful host - very responsive to our questions and requests, even after business hours. Highly recommend the place for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful outlook
Scenic, relaxing and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021