[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Willows - pet friendly family home with swimming pool Vacation home with private pool, near Newcastle Beach ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023600/100023506/4c9bcb6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023600/100023506/1ecdfeb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023600/100023506/88cfb6b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023600/100023506/229e33f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023600/100023506/6092f77b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Newcastle, The Willows offers a family-friendly haven. Unwind in the alfresco dining area with BBQ and plunge pool, or take a short stroll to Bar Beach and Darby St Cafe's and Restaurants. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pool - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - 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 Willows - pet friendly family home with swimming pool The Willows is the ultimate family-friendly holiday home in the heart of Newcastle. The home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and internal laundry. The open plan living, kitchen and dining open up to the alfresco dining area with BBQ and beautiful plunge pool. At The Willows you will be within walking distance to Bar Beach, Darby St Cafe's and Restaurants, and within a short drive to Newcastle CBD. Pets: Two house trained dogs are welcome to stay with you at The Willows. The yard is fenced. A pet fee of $150 per pet per stay applies in addition to your booking total, and additional Pet Policy Agreement is required. Security bond amount: $1800 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near the sea ### Things to do - 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) - 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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 2300,PID-STRA-49189 ### Property is also known as 212\_42 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Cooks Hill, a neighborhood in Newcastle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie. Maritime Centre and Merewether Ocean Baths are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. [Visit our Newcastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle.dx6047788) [View more Vacation homes in Newcastle](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6047788-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-32.93560%2C151.76591&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=20l2Xq8KPCr2sBXaG_7RyVzSNSc=) Cooks Hill, NSW ### What's nearby - Merewether Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - NEX - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Newcastle Civic Theater - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Newcastle City Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Newcastle Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km ### Getting around - Civic Station - 17 min walk - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lotus Espresso - ‬8 min walk - ‪Hubro - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Autumn Rooms - ‬12 min walk - ‪Akuna Cafe - ‬12 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Willows - pet friendly family home with swimming pool pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Willows - pet friendly family home with swimming pool? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Willows - pet friendly family home with swimming pool? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Willows - pet friendly family home with swimming pool located? > Located in Cooks Hill, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Merewether Beach, Bar Beach, and Newcastle Civic Park. NEX and St Andrews Presbyterian Church are also within 15 minutes. Civic Station is 17 minutes by foot and Newcastle Interchange Station is 23 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Willows - pet friendly family home with swimming pool Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah G. Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Light-filled, close to shops, restaurants, cbd and beaches - perfect for a get together of old friends ##### Sarah G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### towergav Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house Great house, very comfortable and the area is close to cafes and restaurants. ##### towergav Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan P. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Beautiful property and location ##### Susan P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steph B. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Stay Thanks so much for having me guys! Ivy - you're a gem <3 thank you so much for all the smooth communication and flexibility with check in with my red eye flight. This property is beautiful and within walking distance to everything - including fresh produce. The fireplace and bubble bath was just perfection on top. Thanks again! ##### Steph B. 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