Title: The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome - 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 # The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome Vacation home in Tea Gardens with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38721100/38721049/96ff7870.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38721100/38721049/e7458d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38721100/38721049/3fea94f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38721100/38721049/c0c49e26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38721100/38721049/7534b2f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In this charming 3-bedroom cottage, relax in the spacious living area or unwind on the expansive wrap-around verandah. With three outdoor areas to choose from, including a huge entertaining deck with BBQ and comfy furniture, you can savor every moment of your stay. Enjoy free Wi-fi and modern comforts like a Nespresso coffee machine and Sonos sound system. 7.6 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - 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. ### The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome This wonderful 3-bedroom holiday home combines traditional cottage elements with a relaxing modern feel and is only 50m to the Myall River to catch local fish for lunch or to take a relaxing stroll along the waterfront to the local pub, ice-cream shop, ferry to Nelson Bay or Dolphin Watch Cruises, cafes and restaurants. With a relaxing living area opening onto the wrap around verandah, and huge entertaining deck with BBQ and comfortable outdoor furniture, this is the perfect place for a drink or any meal of the day and to boast about the days fishing, golfing, sunning and surfing. All three bedrooms have French doors opening out onto the lovely shady verandah. The main bedroom has a queen sized bed, the second bedroom has a queen bed and the third bedroom has two sets of single bunks (sleeps 4). The house is air-conditioned with 3 reverse cycle units servicing the property. A washing machine and dryer are in the laundry which leads into the newly renovated bathroom. The property has high ceilings, timber floors and 3 outdoor areas to relax on the expansive wrap around verandah where you can snooze in one of the 2 hammocks, curl up on one of the many couches to read a book or just find a quiet place to escape the day. The lounge room has a comfy leather couch, a large screen LCD TV, DVD player, Apple TV (own login needed) and Sonos sound system. This modern, well appointed kitchen/indoor dining area is well equipped with all the utensils you could need as well as a Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher and microwave. • Maximum one pet only. • 2 x Queen Bedrooms • 1 x Bunk bedroom (sleeps 4) • Bathroom with toilet, shower and vanity • Fully Equipped Laundry • Free Wi-fi • 2 x Hammocks • 3 x LCD TVs (Generous 55” in Lounge room and one in each of the Queen Bedrooms) • Nespresso Coffee Machine • 4 Burner Webber BBQ • Fully fenced back yard, great for Children and Pets. Everything has been thought of privacy, comfort, entertaining, relaxing, convenience and of course location This three-bedroom beach cottage has an expansive outdoor living areas as well as an indoor lounge and dining area leading onto a huge outdoor entertaining deck with large table and 10-14 person wrap around couch area with an enclosed back yard. The relaxing family holiday atmosphere and huge entertaining deck are only two of this property’s many attractions. This property has that relaxing Cottage feel about it and is located only just a short stroll to the Myall River, Tea Gardens Boat Ramp and Public Wharf and a quick 5 min drive to Bennetts or Jimmy’s Beach. Important Points \-Minimum fence height 1110mm. \-Garage not available for guest bookings. \-Property has a security camera installed externally, these are not monitored whilst guests are in house. \-You need to BYO sheets, pillows cases and all of your towels. \-Strict no party or function policy. \-This is not a serviced apartment, you will need to bring your own food, amenities and toiletries etc. \-Advertisement may include scenery images of our area. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67550000/67540300/67540257/ed1296c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 50 Koonwarra Drive Hawks Nest HAWKS NEST - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=67540257&PinnedHotelID=67540257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114440000/114435800/114435753/91cf0d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage - waterfront location, swimming, peaceful, quite and tranquil location. 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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-17665 ### Property is also known as The Ultimate Holiday Retreat The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome Tea Gardens 28\_100 ## 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-32.66307%2C152.15536&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H8m2_vsEq9kPrKVuhKGefjITXl4=) Tea Gardens, NSW #### What's nearby - Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge - 2 min drive - 1.6 km - Bennetts Beach Hawks Nest - 5 min drive - 3.5 km - Hawks Nest Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.5 km - Jimmys Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - Winda Woppa Reserve - 7 min drive - 5.4 km #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Little Nel - ‬61 min drive - ‪Tea Gardens Pub - ‬9 min walk - ‪Seabreeze Hotel - ‬62 min drive - ‪Bluey’s - ‬62 min drive - ‪Magnolia. - ‬62 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome? > Check-out is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge and Jean Shaw Koala Reserve. Pelican Park and Hawks Nest Golf Club 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 ## The Ultimate Holiday Retreat - Pets Welcome Reviews 7.6 ### Good 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) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Paul M. Jan 1, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### 50/50 Although the location and the outside deck of the property was very nice, we were a bit disappointed with the inside of the house. It smelled very muggy when we arrived, I guess due to the age of the house. It looked clean on the surface, but it definitely needs a bit of TLC, especially around the skirtings and the fireplace in the main bedroom, and overall dusting. It does however have a vast amount of crockery and cutlery, which was very handy over Christmas. We have however enjoyed our stay in Tea Gardens, but believe the photos of the house and reality inside are not exactly in line. ##### Paul M. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rachel C. Feb 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All about the deck The deck is as good as the pictures look. Spent pretty much 24/7 there. ##### Rachel C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### John S. Oct 23, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Stay Comfortable and old world with a great rear entertaining area ##### John S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah E. Nov 8, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Review Problems with locks on doors, screens propped up with pillows, some handles falling apart, flooring wonky and unsafe in parts. ##### Sarah E.