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On The Edge - Waterfront & Kayaks. Views. SPECIAL!!

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

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Parking available
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Smiths Lake, NSW

Smiths Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Bull Island Nature Reserve
Blueys Beach
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

On The Edge - Waterfront & Kayaks. Views. SPECIAL!!

Situated right "ON THE EDGE" of Smiths Lake. From this PREMIUM WATERFRONT position the house over looks the lake giving magnificent views from the entertaining deck and from the grassy area below.

A private path leads you through the tranquil bush setting down to the lake and sandy beach below. Kayaks ( 1x double and 4x single) and Tommy the tinny ( row boat ) sit waiting to be enjoyed. Row across to pelican point or kayak out to the sandbar and swim in the crystal waters of Cellito Beach.

Take a leisurely stroll along the lake edge to the nearby "Frothy Coffee" for a latte or lunch. Or better still laze on the daybed, enjoy the view and abundant birdlife and do absolutely nothing but relax ! You deserve it !!!

THE HOUSE

The House is two storey and tastefully furnished with a contemporary feel throughout. Lots of light and great lake or bush views feature from every room. Accommodation consists of 5 BEDROOMS, 2 KITCHENS, 2 BATHROOMS, 2 LIVING AREAS and a HUGE entertaining DECK overlooking the lake.

IDEAL FOR - a family, two families or friends who like to holiday together yet also enjoy some independence and moments of privacy. Please note we have an external staircase only between Upstairs & Downstairs.

UPSTAIRS - 3 Bedrooms (2 Queen, 1 Bunk Beds), kitchen, bathroom, living room and spacious entertaining deck.

DOWNSTAIRS - 2 Bedrooms (1 Queen, 1 Double Bunk), kitchen, bathroom, living room and grassy area perched above the lake.

LOCATION

Less than 3 hours north of Sydney between Seal Rocks and Forster.

Pacific Palms is a natural paradise surrounded by Wallis Lake, Smiths Lake, Myall Lakes and the Pacific Ocean. This area features pristine secluded beaches and National Parks. Smiths Lake is the smallest of the lakes and is separated from the ocean by a natural sandbar. It provides extremely safe swimming for kids and is also excellent for water sports.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Smiths Lake - Amaroo Beach, Kids Playground, The Frothy Coffee Cafe' and Boatshed.

Pacific Palms is ideal for swimming, surfing, kayaking, snorkling, windsurfing, boating, water skiing, fishing, 4W driving, golfing, tennis, bushwalking, dolphin watching and whale watching from Seal Rocks lighthouse. There is a local market, a winery and boat and estuary cruises.

Beaches include 7 Mile, Elizabeth, Shelly (birthday suit only !), Boomerang, Blueys, Cellito, Seal Rocks and Treachery.
National Parks include Booti Booti, Wallingat and Myall Lakes.

Local shops are a short stroll away and include a butcher, baker, general store, bottle shop, hairdresser, and a fish & chip shop. Foodworks Supermarket as well as a chemist, deli, surf shop etc. are a short drive away as are restaurants, cafe's, and clubs for dining out. For major shopping Forster is 20 minutes away.

Property manager

Jackie Wisbey

Premier Host

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-8025, 2428

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Smiths Lake

Located in Smiths Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bramble's Reserve and Wallingat National Park. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

Smiths Lake, NSW

What's nearby

Smiths Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Blueys Beach - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
Myall Lakes National Park - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
Sandbar Beach - 20 min drive - 7.3 km
Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse - 36 min drive - 25.7 km

Restaurants

‪Frothy Coffee - ‬3 min walk
‪The Good Food Store - ‬11 min walk
‪Kembali Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Drift Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Pacific Palms Seafood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On The Edge - Waterfront & Kayaks. Views. SPECIAL!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On The Edge - Waterfront & Kayaks. Views. SPECIAL!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Edge - Waterfront & Kayaks. Views. SPECIAL!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On The Edge - Waterfront & Kayaks. Views. SPECIAL!! located?

This family-friendly Smiths Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Smiths Lake and Bramble's Reserve. Sandbar Beach and Blueys Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Tim S.

11 Jan 2025

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

Great tree top lake access

Great for two families holidaying together with separate living spaces upstairs & downstairs. Excellent view of lake through trees. Steep walk down to access beautiful lake but manageable. In the house no fuss living with basic kitchen facilities.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

4 Feb 2024

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

Very enjoyable

Thanks Jackie will be back beautiful views great swimming spot hope a really fun weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

2 Jul 2023

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

Review

Fantastic location abd property for a family weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

11 Apr 2023

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

EXCELLENT LOCATION

EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING All as described only issue was the westerly wind Will definitely talk this property up

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Asanka K.

29 Sept 2023

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

Great value

Great little spot. Definitely will visit again. Excellent communication from host. All as advertised.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sudeep T.

27 Jan 2024

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

Amazing

Nice view, had all the things we need. Best place for kayaking. Loved it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

sierra W.

12 Mar 2015

Nice Property but wouldn't return

Lovely spot, great location and views. Plenty of room. However kitchen is dated. You have to clean and vacuum before you leave the property and there is a $1000 bond. Enjoyed our stay but won't return - have stayed at better.

10/10 Excellent

Claire J.

21 Jan 2023

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

Lovely position & stunning sunsets!

The location and outlook from this house was amazing, stunning sunsets most nights! Everything was neat and tidy but the rooms & living spaces (indoor) were smaller than expected for two families to share the house. The deck area was however very spacious with big table & bbq which was lovely. The kitchens are also an older style kitchen with no dishwasher. The driveway is not sealed and very steep so I would recommend only 4WD type cars use it. The owners were extremely accomodating & the set up with all kayaks down at the lake was fantastic. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

4 Jan 2025

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

A revisit 15 years later …

I didn’t realise when I booked that we had stayed here exactly 15 years ago and not much has changed. This is reflective of Smiths Lake fullstop. Time stands still here. The house is not luxury but more than adequate … it has everything we needed. Adult children enjoyed having their own downstairs - it needs a bit of an air but is fine otherwise. Upstairs has the spacious balcony with the best day bed that is in the shade in the afternoon. We brought a bit of Trill and the birds kept coming early morning, late afternoon and the brush turkey cleaned up any remnants. The cicadas were unseasonably loud - an experience. The kayaks, life jackets and kayak seats are all in good condition - we used them almost daily. There are two tracks to the lake - a goat track and an easier ‚easy‘ track k - not too strenuous at all. There is no air con but plenty of fans and the Louvre windows help catch the cool breeze. Even on the hottest days the house cooled quickly. This was our fifth stay in Smiths Lake and we can honestly say On the Edge is best value for money. Add Jackie‘s outstanding communication and you’ve got yourself a great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chalanya C.

14 May 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matchima P.

9 Mar 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

31 Jul 2024

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

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

23 Dec 2022

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

Wonderful waterfront property

We enjoyed our stay, the property is located right on the waterfront..very peaceful location and was great for our friends to celebrate my husbands 40th

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Achira W.

4 Dec 2022

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

Family getaway

Had a great weekend in Smiths Lakes celebrating my dads 50th. Great location, kids had so much fun on the lake using the kayaks provided. Will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Anushka L.

15 Jan 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Beautiful lakeside location

- Location of the house is beautiful. Right by lakeside, with direct access to Lake and gorgeous sunset views. - - house has quite a few kayaks and life jackets suitable for all ages. kids loved it. - Great fishing spots nearby - pictures on Stayz.com.au are not accurate and recent. - house is not suitable for families with dust and mold allergies. - Spider webs inside the house - all fans , furniture and balcony timber deck needs nice deep cleaning

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Balarka B.

1 Jan 2022

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

Lovely house on the lake

We went there with a couple of families. The property was beautiful and perfectly located next to the lake. The lake access was easy. The amenities provided were excellent. Lots of kayaks to play around with. Well stocked pantry. We had lovely days by the lake. Cooked up delicious meals in the kitchen and bbq. No wi fi though and phone reception is poor on most networks. The rooms needed a bit of airing out, might have been shut for a while. Great stay overall and great communication with the host. Thank you Jackie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leanna P.

15 Jun 2021

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

Smith's Lake getaway

Perfect house to share with a few friends to escape the city. Woke to the sounds of wildlife, had a gorgeous paddle, and watched the stunning sunsets from the porch. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeau H.

25 Mar 2021

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

Great spot

Great location. Host is very easy to contact and quick to respond. House Is clean and tidy. Close To Bowling club, shops, cafe. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

bianca p.

28 Dec 2020

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

family bonding

house was clean plenty of china lounge has seen better days beautifully location would book again

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jesse W.

12 Dec 2019

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

Beaut house

Had a solid time, so beautiful right there on the water!

10/10 Excellent

Dino B.

27 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Clean, well appointed and room for all (family of 5). Great location. We had a nice stay. Would have been nice to know there's no internal staircase to the downstairs bedrooms, however. This was an issue due to the inclement weather we had. Owner communication was excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Elena S.

30 Apr 2019

On the Edge. Great stay

We loved the house, the kayaks and the rowing tinnie. Great location, magnificent views. Excellent place two 2-3 families with two self contained levels. Will definitely visit again

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Fouad & Mary A.

7 Feb 2019

Great location

Nice neat house, plenty of room, great location right on the water. Only issue is it traps the heat, no air con but plenty of fans.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sonia T.

12 Jan 2019

On the edge was a perfect family holiday

Extremely poor service from HomeAway I will never rent a a house through them again, incompetent systems and withheld my funds and claimed technical issues for not releasing my security deposit. If you you want to book this house please use Airbnb site

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Claire D.

13 Dec 2018

Super relaxing!

What a wonderful place to get away from it all! We had 2 families staying here with more than enough room for everyone to spread out and find space. The hammock was highly prized by both adults and children, particularly being in the shade during the heat of the day. Kayaks were used constantly and I hope the neighbours didn't mind too much the sounds of children enjoying themselves in the water! The wildlife were so friendly and my husband even had the birds eating out of his hand! Thank you so much. Already thinking about a return visit!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018