Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Soldiers Point Marina
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
On beach
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Soldiers Point, New South Wales
Soldiers Point Beach
Place, Soldiers Point Beach
16 min walk
Soldiers Point Marina
Place, Soldiers Point Marina
19 min walk
Salamander Bay
Place, Salamander Bay
2 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
34 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage
The house is surrounded by reserve with direct access to the waterfront. Take advantage of the tranquil setting and dreamy sunsets, perfect for swimming, fishing, walking and kayaking. It is also within walking distance to beaches, jetties, Soldiers Point Marina, restaurants, cafes and the local Bowling club.
Driftwood is a 10 minute walk to Bannisters restaurants, including the famous Rick Stein restaurant, café, pub and spa. Also nearby is Pearson Park, which has large, shaded grass areas, picnic tables, BBQ, toilets, playground and safe swimming at beautiful Sunset Beach. A ten minute walk to the Marina offers more restaurants, cafes, tennis courts, a playground and boat ramp. The Wanda shops are just 2.5kms away and offer a variety of shops, spas, cafes and restaurants.
The House –Driftwood is a beautifully refurbished waterfront cottage with direct water access and a 5 minute walk or paddle to beautiful Sunset Beach. The waterfront directly behind the house is the best position to enjoy the spectacular sunsets, complete with a seating area. If you’d rather stay on the rear deck to enjoy the last rays, it is very well equipped with an outdoor kitchen with mini bar fridge, lounge and dining areas, gorgeous greenery and a gas BBQ, creating the perfect atmosphere for entertaining. Five bedrooms and three and a half baths, two lounge areas, and central ducted air-conditioning, will allow you to enjoy lazy days and beautiful sunsets. Smart TVs for the multiple living rooms accompanied with free Wi-Fi makes holidaying easier by connecting your streaming services.
Polished floorboards and a fully equipped gourmet kitchen will make catering for your family and friends sociable and a real pleasure. Our kitchen includes a large breakfast bar with seating for four, fridge/freezer combination, range oven and cooktop, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, sandwich press and a dishwasher.
The master Queen suite includes a spa bath overlooking the deck and garden, while bedroom two contains two King Singles. The third spacious bedroom is situated upstairs above the garage and has a Queen plus a day bed and trundle (which would suit two children). It also contains an ensuite bathroom and self contained kitchenette with fridge, toaster and kettle and a small table and chairs, an ideal parent or teenage retreat. Bedroom four and five are both equipped with Queen sized beds.
The garage is not for guests use, however there is parking available in front of the garage for four cars.
PROPERTY SUITABLE FOR groups over the age of 25 and or family groups only.
ACCOMMODATES MAXIMUM 10 adults & 2 children, total maximum guest 12.
BEDDING CONFIGURATION OPTION 1: 4 Queen, 4 Single
LINEN & TOWELS ARE SUPPLIED and the beds are made with quality white linen. Doonas and pillows are also supplied.
Additional costs when booking: Port-a-Cot $50 per booking with towel, linen and baby blanket hire. Beach/pool towels are $8 per towel hire/ per booking.
BOND - $2000 is payable with the balance of your accommodation and is refunded 3-5 days from your departure date.
All booking guests, including Airbnb reservations, are required to complete a secure online guest agreement within 24 hours of booking. This includes providing valid photo identification (driver’s licence) and credit card verification
CANCELLATIONS - Booking Fee is not refundable ($150). Bookings made via 3rd party website will have their own policy. Airbnb Guests please refer to Airbnb's policies.
NO NOISE - The property is in a quiet residential area which is noise sensitive. Any noise after dark that causes neighbours to complain may result in the loss of your bond.
NO VISITORS - We have a strict policy in relation to 'visitors' to the property. A fee of $500 per head will be charged if additional people are found at the property.
PLEASE NOTE: PARTIES, FUNCTIONS, WEDDINGS (WEDDING RELATED), GRADUATES and or SCHOOL/TEENAGER bookings are not accepted.
T & C - We recommend reading our full Terms and Conditions.
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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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Soldiers Point
Located in Soldiers Point, this holiday home is on the beach. Soldiers Point Marina and Horizons Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gir-um-bit National Park and Bushy Island Nature Reserve. Salamander Super Strike and Toboggan Hill Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like whale watching.
Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
Getting around
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Satra Coffee Co. - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Soul Origin - 8 min drive
L'il Buddha - 8 min drive
Cheeky Dog - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage?
As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage on 25 Sept 2026 start from £1,772, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage located?
Nestled on the beach, this Soldiers Point holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Soldiers Point Beach, Soldiers Point Marina and Salamander Bay. Gir-um-bit National Park and Bushy Island Nature Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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