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Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dora Creek, NSW
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Watagans National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Avondale University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney

Do you dream of a short break that takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Long for a tranquil escape with views of mountains, grazing livestock, and vibrant bird life? Dora Creek Cottage offers a secluded and peaceful getaway! Our 1 bedroom, fully self-contained cottage is set on lush acreage. Enjoy the echoing of bellbirds with views from your window, where you can spot horses, sheep, and a variety of wildlife including white & black cockatoos, rosellas, lorikeets, galahs, ducks and the occasional wallaby. Take a break from the stress and strain of everyday life and enjoy some much-needed downtime at Dora Creek Cottage. Experience some of nature’s beauty with the picturesque surroundings, and find inner peace with the calming atmosphere. A 10 minute drive is the State Forest and endless Watagan Mountains where you'll find trails, waterfalls, lookouts, picnic spots, mountain bike, motorbike, horseride; Across the road is Dora Creek leading to Lake Macquarie, Australia's largest coastal saltwater lake with an abundance of watersports, fishing, tours, dining, walks, arts & history; the Hunter Valley Vineyards is an easy 30 minute drive. Local shops, eateries & club are a few minutes away.

Located 1.5hrs drive north of Sydney and 40-minute drive south of Newcastle. 10 minutes off the M1 freeway.

Don’t wait any longer – book your stay today and start planning your tranquil holiday escape or stop in whilst on business! Take advantage of our special offer and experience the tranquillity of our region.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-47370,2264
Property # 3529020vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Morisset

Located in Dora Creek, a neighbourhood in Morisset, this cottage is in the mountains. The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Macquarie and Watagans National Park.
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Dora Creek, NSW

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Watagans National Park - 5 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Avondale University - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Martinsville Valley/Watagan Mountains - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 8 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Cockle Creek Station - 24 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nargis Gourmet Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Yard Brewery & Smokehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dora Creek Cottage Cosy Couples Escape Rural Retreat Within 2 hours of Sydney located?

Located in Dora Creek, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Macquarie and within 6 miles (10 km) of Avondale University and Martinsville Valley/Watagan Mountains. Watagans National Park and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Emily-Jayne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful, lovely cottage. Good stay overall
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A good property in a location close to the purpose of our journey
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was pleasant the accommodation was great quiet and had everything you need.There was no hassles accessing and leaving the property.Would highly recommend this accommodation to my friends and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating nothing was a trouble for them very nice little cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

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

Dora Creek stay

It was small, but had everything we needed for a short stay. It's in a lovely area and easy to get to. Everything went smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel A.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Julie Sinclair

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Originally from Sydney but escaped the hustle and bustle to our semi rural lakeside retreat. We love Lake Macquarie and we want to share it with you. From the mountains to the sea our region is truly magnificent. The largest salt water lake, an abundance of Australian native animals, best beaches in the world, cafes, restaurants, shopping, vineyards, something for everyone....... all at our doorstop.

Why they chose this property

We are located 6 minutes off the M1 freeway; an hour north of Sydney; 45 minutes south of Newcastle; 30 minutes to the Hunter Vineyards; 2 minutes to the lake; a rural setting adjacent to the lake and close to suburbia.

What makes this property unique

Freestanding one bedroom cottage. It is private and quiet, yet close to conveniences.

Languages:

English

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