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# Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool

Lakefront vacation home in Smiths Lake with private pool

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Nestled in the trees, Akama offers filtered views of Celito Beach and an architecturally inspired home with open-plan living. Unwind by the solar heated saltwater pool or warm up by the gas fireplace on chilly winter nights.

## Reviews

8.4

Very good

### Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Washer
- Dryer
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Lake view

## Add dates for prices

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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.

### Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool

Nestled in the trees, Akama has filtered views of Celito Beach. This architecturally inspired home boasts open plan living, timber flooring throughout, cross ventilation and ceiling fans. Enjoy a solar heated saltwater pool to cool off with the family and friends on those hot summer days. In Winter, the real flame gas fireplace becomes the heart of the house.  
  
T H I N G S . W E . L O V E   
\- 4 x 4m solar heated saltwater pool  
\- Separate studio pavilion with ensuite  
\- Filtered views of the Celito Beach  
\- Gas fireplace for Winter  
\- Now with Wi-Fi  
  
H O M E . T R U T H S  
\- A pre-authorised bond is charged prior to arrival  
\- Strict no party or function policy  
\- No smoking inside  
\- Pets by application - please ask us!  
\- Solar heated pool, dependent on weather  
\- Bring your own linen for beds and bathrooms - Pillows, blankets & doonas are provided   
  
Smiths Lake : For those wanting to enjoy still waters instead of the open ocean, Smiths Lake is the number one choice in the Pacific Palms area. Shrouded by a lush littoral forest and neatly separated from the sea by Sandbar Beach, this is a family favourite for those eager to enjoy a spot of water-skiing, boating, paddling or windsurfing (the open lake waters making for a windsurfers dream). With an impressive catchment area spanning 32 square kilometres and waterways of 11 square kilometres you can enjoy all the benefits of this unique, tucked-away calm waterway. However, should you feel a pull for the waves, the picturesque Cellito Beach can be accessed via a boardwalk at the northern end of Sandbar Beach.

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Pool/Spa

- Private pool

### Internet

- Available in the house: Internet access

### Parking and transportation

- Car recommended
- Parking on site

### Food and drink

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 5 bedrooms
- Sofa bed

### Bathroom

- 3 private bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- DVD player
- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Porch/lanai

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- Near the bay
- Near the sea
- On a lake

### Things to do

- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkeling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

### 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

### 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 not indicated whether 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 Registration Number PID-STRA-18556

### We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

### Property is also known as

Akama At Smiths Smiths

Akama Pacific Palms Holidays

Akama at Smiths Lake Smiths Lake

Akama at Smiths Lake Private vacation home

Akama at Smiths Lake Private vacation home Smiths Lake

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## About the area

Located in Smiths Lake, this vacation home is on a lake. Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bramble's Reserve and Smiths Lake Nature Reserve. Kayaking, snorkeling, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. [Visit our Smiths Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Smiths-Lake.dx6347950)

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Smiths Lake, NSW

### What's nearby

- ![One of the most breathtaking beaches I've ever been to! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6311108/6a397396-92d7-4004-9619-f66ff89fd67e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Myall Lakes National Park  
14 min drive \- 14.2 km
- ![Pathway to One Mile Beach, Forster, Mid coast, NSW, Australia, Shutterstock ID 1273709344, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142716/8a7175a8-0033-4c77-b60d-488ab0ba644f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
One Mile Beach  
25 min drive \- 31.8 km
- ![Forster Main Beach Morning Seascape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592884270/58b38035-374b-4635-8587-a7b7bcd8df83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Forster Town Beach  
29 min drive \- 35.6 km
- Smiths Lake  
1 min walk \- 0.1 km
- Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course  
26 min drive \- 32.6 km

### Restaurants

- The Beachhouse  
12 min drive
- Kembali Cafe  
8 min drive
- Dragonflyrun Kiosk  
10 min drive
- The Takeaway at Smiths  
9 min walk
- The Good Food Store  
8 min walk

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## Akama @ Smiths Lake with Pool Reviews

## Reviews

### Very good

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### 8.4

Cleanliness

### 9.6

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Susan B.

Jan 28, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Lovely home, great for large family

Great location, quiet and comfortable. Bird life everywhere. Great living areas for large family. Beautiful back deck with views to the water. Fantastic pool that is out of the wind and central to the living areas.

##### Susan B.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

### 8/10 Good

#### Sharon J.

Feb 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Peaceful getaway

Lovely house, could do with more maintaining, the deck was rotten (my husband’s foot went through the deck twice!) The kitchen lacked basic equipment eg. the oven switch was broken and the bread board was in two pieces. Much of the equipment in poor condition. 

##### Sharon J.

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

### 6/10 Okay

#### Steve G.

Oct 3, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Not clean swimming pool

Not clean swimming pool

##### Steve G.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Ross G.

Mar 15, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Great location and great house. Plenty of area for family group and all amenities were great

Great property and would highly recommend

##### Ross G.

Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022

### 8/10 Good

#### danijela d.

Jan 19, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

#### Great Stay!

A really good experience the house is spacious and clean. We were disappointed with the state of the bbq which did not work so we had to go out and buy our own and a pool cleaner would have been nice! Overall we had a great time staying here this property is pretty for large families I encourage anyone who is thinking of booking this property to book now you’ll love it !

##### danijela d.

### 8/10 Good

#### Sharon B.

Nov 6, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Disliked: Check-in

#### A beautiful spot in Smiths Lake

The house was spacious and well equipped with beautiful views. The check in and out process would have been easier with a lock box. A basic folder with things to do in the area and how things worked in the house would also have been helpful. Not having mobile reception or wi fi was a little challenging.

##### Sharon B.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019