Enjoy a family visit at Jemma's on the Lake! Room for 2 families or all of your extended family. Personalised service:~ you will be met upon arrival, and have the availability of high personal care throughout your stay.
Please NOTE surcharge for extra guest over 6 people is not added to online booking total. See below.
Jemma's offers you a prime position on Smiths Lake right on the waters edge - with easy access to the waterfront - all in a tranquil setting. The house overlooks the lake. We may not be in the luxury class, however we have all the bells & whistles!
The 2 storey property is 5 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. Upstairs is open plan living, with fabulous views of the lake and surrounds from most areas. The modern kitchen is well equipped (complete with dishwasher, microwave, coffee/cappuccino maker, large sandwich maker and much more). A solid 8 person wooden dining table allows you to take in the fantastic views.
There are 3 bedrooms upstairs, 2 with Queen sized timber beds and 1 room with 2 single beds. Downstairs there is another queen bedroom with timber bed and a spacious bunk room which comfortably sleeps 6. Quality bedding is provided throughout. The bunk room has a TV monitor and DVD player for the kids. There is a bathroom with separate toilet upstairs and a second bathroom downstairs. Washing machine and dryer are provided.
There is a spacious deck overlooking the lake and offering 180 degrees of lake views. There is also significant glass to enjoy the views from most places inside. On the deck is a 8 person outdoor setting and BBQ.
Upstairs living also offers a very comfortable large lounge and wide-screen Smart TV., to enjoy Netflix, or your favorite online shows. The majority of rooms have ceiling fans, including 4 bedrooms. (Wall mounted fan in the bunk room).
There is a fireplace for cool winter nights. Portable electric heating is also provided.
A high chair and porta-cot are available upon request.
Downstairs there is a games room with Flatscreen Smart TV , complete with a pool table.
While in the garage there is a table tennis table, this opens to the house. The house is equipped with plenty of games to entertain the adults and kids alike.
Feel free to bring along your own Play Station, Wii, XBox etc to plug into either the games room or bunk room TV.
Stepping out from the games room onto the back lawn you can: ~ walk down to the lake and take a stroll ~ go for a paddle on one of the four kayaks ~ relax on the sun lounge or at the downstairs outdoor setting ~or simply admire the view from the 5/6 person hot spa.
Down by the lake there is also a 3.5m tinnie complete with 5HP motor ready for your enjoyment and for exploring the beautiful lake.
The property is surrounded by rolling lawns. These spacious grounds provide a tremendous area for the kids to roll around and spend their energy. There is an abundance of bird life (including Nesting Hawks, Pelicans and a variety of Parrots and Kookaburras) and beautiful natural surroundings with Smiths Lake lapping at the edges. Great views all year round and breath taking sunsets.
Our aim is to make our place a complete holiday experience and I am sure we will not disappoint.
PRICING: EXTRA GUESTS SURCHARGE OVER 6 PEOPLE: This is NOT calculated on online booking as we only change this once off and there is no facilitated for this as yet on the online booking function, please use “ask a question” ALTERNATIVELY you can put it through on online booking and I can amend the quote to be accepted by you prior to your booking. Jemmas on the Lake has a base booking charge for up to 6 people, to allow the average family a chance to stay, and then from this there is a ONCE OFF surcharge per person of $100 per adult or $50 per child. Children under 3 yrs stay FREE. The surcharge is not calculated on your auto generated booking response however will be reflective in your email response by Kate. There are no further charges all advertised amenities such as, the 5hp motor boat and Kayak are inclusive in your rate of stay
LINEN HIRE: We can arrange the hire of sheets and towels with a local business should you wish to treat yourself in this area. WE provide your dooners, dooner covers, bath mats, hand towels and tea towels. PETS: We are most happy to take OUTDOOR pet stays, we have an enclosed yard area that leads up on to the gated back decking for your pets safety. Behind the house on the lake is the perfect location should your pets like to swim.
Local Attractions
Smiths Lake is suitable for all water sports and is just a short 5 minutes away from some of the most spectacular beaches in NSW including Bluey's, Boomerang, and Elizabeth, and for the naturalist amongst us, the very beautiful Shelly's beach. The closest beach, Cellito, can be accessed via a short board walk through coastal rain forest or via Jemma's tinnie, kayaks or canoe.
Location
The immediate area provides local clubs for great meals at affordable prices. Smiths Lake Bowling Club on Macwood Road and Pacific Palms Rec Club on Wallace Lake, well worthy of a visit!
The Charlotte Bay fish shop on the Lakes Way is a must with fresh catches daily. A well known Seafood supplier to upmarket restaurants through out NSW.
The local village shops can cater for most of your needs with a butcher, baker, liquor store and general store. The Lakes cafe (TLC) has the best coffee and is a great spot for lunch and or dinner.
FROTHY COFFEE is on the lake front at Amaroo boasting fantastic views of the Lake and Sandbar. A very popular spot, alongside the boat ramp and BBQ grounds, where a variety of boat hire options are available. Fishing is also abundant at Smiths Lake.
Smiths Lake is located between Myall Lakes and Wallace Lakes and 6 minutes North of Seal Rocks. Only 20 Min's drive south of Forster and 2.5 hours from Sydney.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
OUTDOOR pet stays only.Send on pets size & breed.
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Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside the property.
Important information
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Property Registration Number PID-STRA-44374, 2428
Property # 9029718
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 Booti Booti National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
Myall Lakes National Park - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
One Mile Beach - 29 min drive - 33.7 km
Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 31 min drive - 34.9 km
Forster Town Beach - 33 min drive - 36.4 km
Restaurants
The Good Food Store - 8 min walk
Bongos - 11 min drive
Good Grub Shack - 11 min drive
Restaurant 42 - 11 min drive
Nadine the Cake Queen - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Jemmas ontheLake~5hp MotorBoat~Kayaks~SPA~Canoe~Pool&Table tennis~OutdoorPetstay pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Jemmas ontheLake~5hp MotorBoat~Kayaks~SPA~Canoe~Pool&Table tennis~OutdoorPetstay?
As of 17 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jemmas ontheLake~5hp MotorBoat~Kayaks~SPA~Canoe~Pool&Table tennis~OutdoorPetstay on 27 Oct 2026 start from £458, 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 Jemmas ontheLake~5hp MotorBoat~Kayaks~SPA~Canoe~Pool&Table tennis~OutdoorPetstay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Jemmas ontheLake~5hp MotorBoat~Kayaks~SPA~Canoe~Pool&Table tennis~OutdoorPetstay?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Jemmas ontheLake~5hp MotorBoat~Kayaks~SPA~Canoe~Pool&Table tennis~OutdoorPetstay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Jemmas ontheLake~5hp MotorBoat~Kayaks~SPA~Canoe~Pool&Table tennis~OutdoorPetstay 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 Cellito Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Kate was a great host and responded to all messages. The property was clean has great views of the lake and had a kitchen well stocked with dinnerware, serving platters and glasses. We made use of the tinnie, canoe, kayaks, pool table and table tennis.
We loved our stay at Jemma's on the lake. There is so much to do for the whole family - spa bath, canoas and other boats, chalk board, pool table, ping pong table and multiple dining areas for games. The property was very clean and check in was easy. Beautiful location too with lots to explore.
Great location with lovely views of the lake, nice stroll to cafe, tinny was the highlight to be able to go fishing and catch dinner! Great communication with the host.
Nice holiday house for all ages, facilities is awesome. Kitchen is well equipped.Location is perfectly next to lake. Management is helpful.If there is hair dryer provide is perfect...
Very nice area house set up was spaced out very good Fire was the best Spa was great View was amazing needs a bit of modernising as very old style and very little water heater so space out your showers
A lovely position perfect for all the family to enjoy. Great access to the lake and surrounding beaches. Good secure area for our four legged friend as well. The house has plenty of space for all - the pool table and ping pong table were a hit with the kids. Great summer holiday destination.
Jemmas on the lake is a wonderful location for friends and family, especially those with young children. The house is comfortable and within walking distance to the lake. We had a wonderful time using the tinny and kayaks. This is definitely a property we would like to return to.
we intended to get out more but the weather wasn't great - no problem, with cards, pool, table tennis & movies we were well entertained. Make sure you bring along some mince or steak for the Kookaburras, the birdlife is amazing, Lorikeets, King parrots, kookaburras & even a couple of eagles
Great place to stay with family and little kids. Great spot on the lake and lots for the family to do.
It was a little dusty downstairs but once the windows and doors were all open it was okay.
The bedroom doors upstairs were a little hard to open and close but not too much of an issue.
Easy communication with owner during stay. Would come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Larissa B.
24 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Loved the location and beautiful view. Other positives were the inclusion of the boat and kayaks, the house layout/size, kitchen had lots of glasses/plates etc, lots to do with a pool table, ping pong table, books, chalk board, spa.Unfortunately, there was an emergency for the cleaner who had to leave and a few things were missed. Kate was a great host and responded quickly to any of our needs. It was also very hot and humid particularly one of the days and nights and we all struggled to sleep. The house is a bit dated in areas or needed some TLC and plumbing makes a very loud sound when water is turned on in the downstairs bathroom. But overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Property is showing signs of aging flyscreens in need of repair, path to lake is hazardous for older people. But the deck and family room was great for a large family group. Mattress in main bedroom could be replaced.
Jemma's by the Lake was a great place to spend an extended family holiday. Large bunk room worked well for kids and Queen rooms were comfortable. Lovely quiet spot on Smith's Lake with good access to local beaches. We loved having boat & kayaks available to be able to enjoy the lake. Also equipped with table tennis & pool table! Deck was a great area to relax. Couches in main lounge looking a little tired and kitchen on the smaller size, but otherwise we had a fantastic stay. Thanks to Kate for responsive & helpful communication.
We were blessed by perfect winter weather, which allowed us to take full advantage of the various aquatic vehicles that this house offers, including canoeing into the middle of the lake for some magnificent sunsets. The table-tennis table was also well used, and for those who were less inclined to be active the sunbed was a great spot to enjoy the view. The few minor issues we had were dealt with impressively-quickly by Kate. All in all, a lovely relaxing week in a recommended property!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Susan E.
23 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Looking pretty tired
Really could use a thorough spring clean and facelift. Some kitchen equipment not clean, bathroom vanity almost crumbling apart, mouldy blinds and generally needed a good makeover
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jo-Anna P.
17 Nov 2019
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Excellent location. House needs updating. More thorough clean needed. Boat a great option.
Location is the winning feature. The house is in desperate need of updating. Sliding doors not opening properly, light fixtures need cleaning of insects, cleaning of lounge needed, remote controls for TV unhygienic, dining furniture falling apart, 1x shower head non-functioning, fly screens falling out of windows, many spiders in downstairs area. This house has huge potential if some TLC could be provided. Would definitely come back to Smiths Lake but would not stay in this accomodation again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Erin F.
13 Jun 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great view and good water access
Amazing views of the lake and good access to the water. Lots to do with the house facilities that’s included. Unfortunately the house itself was a bit of a let down with it needing some attention to things like windows and doors very hard to open, blinds dirty and old, bbq unusable due to years of cooking fat build up, some furniture could do with replacing, just some general updates would go a long way. We sadly wouldn’t stay there again due to this and the neighbour being a pest and telling us to be quiet the second we were outside of the house for longer than a few minutes, even though we were barely outside as it was to cold. Would make it difficult to enjoy the back deck area and bbq in the warm weather if your constantly being told to be quiet from the neighbour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2022
The vast majority of our guests stay with no issue and have no problem with our no tolerance to disturbance to our nieghbour’s policy.
It is disappointing all around when we find our nieghbour’s have been unnecessarily disturbed by guests.
Jemmas on the lake is a great property to holiday within, our spa, kayaks, small
motor boat & indoor activities all add up to lots of holiday fun, however, this is not the property for those who choose to disregard our clear policy displayed prior to booking, on disturbance of nieghbour’s.
House could use a freshen up. Older bathrooms and toilets. It’s a shame you have to supply your own linen and towels. No spare blankets so if you’re a cold frog I would recommend to take a blanket and maybe your own pill as the ones supplied are very thin. And I must have missed it in the fine print but you have to supply your own toilet paper as well. But host dropped some off to us after contacting them as we only had two half rolls.Overall had a pretty good stay host was prompt to answer text messages. But sorry to say we wouldn’t book again. As we had one of the neighbors peering through his blinds at us all the time we were there.
Great house, great location, great host.We all really enjoyed our stay at Jemma's, the property was very clean and welcoming on arrival. Good sized rooms and with a longer stay and 5 friends staying there it was great to have your own space.The fireplace was amazing and much needed in the winter. The supply of wood was more than enough and kept the whole house toasty warm.Kitchen amenities were fine with all equipment functioning well, especially the coffee machine (bring your own ground coffee of course).Had no issue with the neighbours at all, just follow the normal noise rules you would at your own house and all will be fine.The host Kate was fantastic, great communication, always responded quickly. We had 2 minor issues while we were there. Both times these were rectified within 30 minutes, even when we said they were nothing major and could wait. The property caretaker was friendly and of great help. Hit him up for some fishing tips.Highly recommended, we try to get away as a group of friends in our middle years of life at least once a year and I am sure we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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Hosted by Kate Brown
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