Title: Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH - 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 # Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH Vacation home in Hawks Nest with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63060000/63053300/63053272/a8896482.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63060000/63053300/63053272/6bacc5a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63060000/63053300/63053272/157a00cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63060000/63053300/63053272/8a3e952c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63060000/63053300/63053272/078689aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled near the Myall Lakes National Park, Hawks Nest offers a tranquil beachside escape with water sports, surfing, and fishing. Enjoy the town's chilled coastal vibe by exploring cafes, restaurants, galleries and beaches like Bennett's Beach or Jimmy's Beach. 7.4 Good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - 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. ### Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH With its beautiful stretch of sand backed by wild dunes, Hawks Nest is a classic Aussie seaside destination, offering water sports, boating, fishing and surfing as well as an impressive smattering of cafes, restaurants and galleries to reflect its chilled coastal vibe. Just a few hours north of Sydney, the town is accessed via a bridge across the Myall River from Tea Gardens, the gateway to the Myall Lakes National Park in all its watery and bushland glory. Separated from Port Stephens by the prominent Yacaaba Headland, Hawks Nest is best defined by its spectacular ocean beach, which is patrolled at the southern end (also known as Bennett's Beach). Meanwhile, on the bayside, tranquil Jimmy's Beach offers sheltered areas for children to play in and is popular with picnickers. For a sensational overview of the region, take the challenging, 6km Yacaaba Headland Walking Track, ascending 228m from Bennett's Beach through tall open forest and a rocky ridgeline to the summit. From the top, you can see as far as Seal Rocks and Barrington Tops, while out to sea, Cabbage Tree Island protects the only known breeding colony of the endangered Gould's Petrel. Follow the Dark Point Walking Track through the dunes to discover Dark Point Aboriginal Place, a rocky headland overlooking Broughton Island that served as a ceremonial and feasting place for Worimi people for more than 4,000 years. You can also extend this walk by continuing onto the Mungo Walking Track, a 21km hike through the Myall Lakes National Park that takes in Aboriginal and post-colonial heritage sites as well as a diversity of landscapes. The many moods of the tranquil Myall River unfold on a guided kayak tour with Ezy Kayaks Hawks Nest or Lazy Paddles. You can also hire a kayak or stand up paddle board for self-exploration, paddling along the river to the remote Engels Reach Picnic Area or Pipers Creek Picnic Area for a scenic lunch. With its stretch of riverside cafes and restaurants, Tea Gardens is the place to head for a seafood dinner or casual lunch. The iconic Tillermans is the longest-operating restaurant on the NSW North Coast, focusing on regional cuisine; while Tea Gardens Boatshed is a popular meeting place for breakfast and lunch. Perfect for a beachside escape or family holiday, Hawks Nest is around three hours' drive north of Sydney, 45min from Newcastle Airport and 90min from Taree Airport. Coach services also run from Sydney via Newcastle. You can make this a memorable stop on a North Coast road trip. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39680000/39675200/39675135/9f813c0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 18 Koonwarra Drive Hawks Nest HAWKS NEST - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=39675135&PinnedHotelID=39675135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=67540257&PinnedHotelID=67540257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38390500/38390439/9742d2b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayview water front holiday rental. 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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 2324, PID-STRA-17659 ### Property is also known as The Nest Driftwood Lovely Beach House Driftwood . Hawks Nest Driftwood . Private vacation home Driftwood . Private vacation home Hawks Nest 544289200168818516001BP ## 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-32.67502%2C152.18103&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iYhCY7OVqavv5wTFBtvXm-3yRkI=) HAWKS NEST, NSW #### What's nearby - Bennetts Beach Hawks Nest - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Myall Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Hawks Nest Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Jimmys Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.0 km #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Atmos - ‬70 min drive - ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬70 min drive - ‪Magnolia. - ‬67 min drive - ‪Salt Bistro - ‬70 min drive - ‪Hog's Breath Cafe - ‬67 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH located? > Situated in Hawks Nest, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Myall Park, Bennetts Beach Hawks Nest, and Hawks Nest Golf Club. Little Island and Jimmys Beach are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Driftwood Cottage, TOP NOTCH Reviews 7.4 ### 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) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.8/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 2.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 4/10 Poor #### Anon Feb 4, 2021 Liked: Communication Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The property was cluttered and poorly presented in terms of cleanliness and lawn and garden maintenance ##### Anon Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### James T. Sep 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Position, Living area setup & Bath/Shower Great ##### James T. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garth P., East Maitland Apr 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Hawks Nest.. Great property, with spacious back garden. Opened top floor living area can include both front and back decks, a great space to spend time in. Loved this house will definitely be back. ##### Garth P. 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