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View from property
Outdoor spa tub
Dining
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Smiths Lake, NSW
  • Smiths Lake
    1 min walk
  • Sandbar Beach
    11 min drive
  • Blueys Beach
    13 min drive
  • Forster, NSW (FOT)
    31 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

4 Single Beds

Trundle bed

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower

Shower only

Separate WC

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Ski Cove House~Wood Fire~Kayaks~Spa~Sauna~Pool Table~Table Tennis~Sunsets & View

Ski Cove House is a two storey waterfront on the edge of Smiths Lake. Set up high in the trees it is a unique house with fabulous sunsets and wide open water views.

If you're looking for the WOW factor, the views will greet you with a different backdrop daily. !

Please NOTE surcharge for extra guest over 6 people is not added to online booking total. See below.

AIR CONDITIONED, magnificent in summer and winter.

NBN Internet confection is included in your stay.

The creature comforts include a SAUNA and a large heated outdoor SPA to unwind in, all for your total relaxation and all perfectly positioned with world class views and sunsets that you just won't believe!

In the cooler months enjoy the log fire and perhaps curl up on the comfortable lounge, you will find all designed for your absolute pleasure.

38 squares with numerous areas for that quiet corner to enjoy one of the 1500 plus books in the extensive library.

The ENORMOUS DECKS provide quite a fantastic view over this spectacular lake and are perfect for entertaining your family and friends on.

Ski Cove House is a great home base for all water sports!

Follow the bush track down to the water's edge for fishing or or take the Kayaks for a leisurely paddle

Ski Cove House caters for everyone, with 3 living areas including a large games room with a billiard table, Dart board, Board Games, Card games, puzzles, table tennis and much more.

Ideal for entertaining family and groups.

For your entertainment we have a flat screen TV 42" and a large DVD collection to choose from, not to mention the ultra-comfortable viewing chairs.

Our modern kitchen will delight you, and has all the modern conveniences that you need to create a feast, or that quick and easy holiday meal. And…. you can cook outside on the Big BBQ tepanyaki hotplate (commercial size) on the upstairs deck if you wish!

An endless supply of Filtered water and ice come straight from the fridge.

Our modern bathrooms are planned for your comfort and convenience, two upstairs and one downstairs.

Excellent for large numbers up to 15 with still plenty of room to move. 6 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS 3 HUGE LIVING AREAS, HUGE ENTERTAINMENT DECKS, GAMES ROOM, LIBRARY, BILLIARDS, TABLE TENNIS.
DON'T FORGET THE SAUNA AND OUTDOOR HEATED SPA!

Ski Cove House is one of the the most highly visited property, refurbished throughout you will find the mixture of Beach to Asian influence delightfully comfortable and truly puts you in the mood for your coastal holiday.

Ski Cove House also suits groups so gather your family & friends together and be spoilt by our regions attractions and the views of Ski Cove House for your next holiday base.

ROMANCE on your mind? Then sample our honeymoon special, you will find yourselves in a romantic setting, with marvellous sunsets. Ask about our special honeymoon packs.

Bedding configuration:
Upstairs : 3 bed rooms ~ 1 x king bed 1 x queen sized bed 1 x 2 king single beds( maybe joined on request to king sized bed.)
Downstairs: 3 bed rooms~ 2 x queen sized beds, 2 x sets commercial grade bunks & a fold out trundle bed

Please note ~ bed arrangements can be discussed with Ski Cove House’s property manger Kate to ensure all are accommodated comfortably.

The blend of coastal with classic has created a truly relaxing feel to the house that we hope will seep into your soul when staying with us.

PLEASE NOTE: Ski Cove House is NOT a "party house and as such does not accept booking for bucks nights, hens nights or similar.

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 provision 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.

Ski Cove House 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 or in online booking however will be reflective in your email response by Kate.

There are no further charges all advertised amenities are included in your rate of stay. .

LINEN HIRE:

Linen hire for your sheets and towels can be arranged for you with a local linen supplier, we provide quilts, quilt covers, bath mats, hand towels and tea towels.
~All 7 night booking over summer school holidays receive complimentary linen hire.

LOCAL AREA:

You will find Smiths Lake 3 hours from Sydney nestled between Seal Rocks and Forster.

Only a short distance to Blueys and Boomerang surf beaches, the glorious Celito beach is just across the sandbar, Elizabeth beach is perfect for families and patrolled during holidays and then for those naturalists amongst us there is the secluded Shellys's beach, truly a hidden secret of the region.

That's 5 beaches within 8 mins. ! Not to mention the beaches to be found a little further a field at Seals Rocks & Forster/Tuncurry area.

The local clubs have restaurants and the local shops will cater for most of your needs with a butcher, baker, general store/newsagent, bottle shop, and café . Pacific Palms Sea Food is only a few minutes away, the perfect place to get your fresh local sea food.

20 minute drive to Forster/Tuncurry.

Pacific Palms, Wallis and Smiths Lake are surrounded by National Parks with secluded pristine beaches. Smiths Lake is separated from the ocean by a natural sand bar and great for all water sports and safe swimming for the kids.

Ski Cove House follows the holiday industries code of conduct

Property manager

Kate Brown
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Strict no party policy

Pets

No pets allowed
Strict no pet policy

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Strict no party policy
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-11899, 2428

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 hiking and cycling nearby.
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Smiths Lake, NSW

What's nearby

  • Smiths Lake - 1 min walk
  • Sandbar Beach - 11 min drive
  • Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse - 23 min drive
  • Smiths Lake Nature Reserve - 24 min drive
  • Bull Island Nature Reserve - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frothy Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kembali Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Good Food Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Drift Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hueys at Blueys Pizzeria and Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ski Cove House~Wood Fire~Kayaks~Spa~Sauna~Pool Table~Table Tennis~Sunsets & View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ski Cove House~Wood Fire~Kayaks~Spa~Sauna~Pool Table~Table Tennis~Sunsets & View?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski Cove House~Wood Fire~Kayaks~Spa~Sauna~Pool Table~Table Tennis~Sunsets & View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski Cove House~Wood Fire~Kayaks~Spa~Sauna~Pool Table~Table Tennis~Sunsets & View 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).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kimberlee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view; lots of room
Hello we stayed for a women's retreat and found it a great location, plenty of bird life, beautiful views from the verandahs - kitchen had what we needed - lots of space. Sauna door not able to be closed unless someone from the outside closed it for you and downstairs bathroom shower water spreads all over floor and around toilet so not super safe but the rest of it was great :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A Great House
We were looking for a large house capable of accommodating 4 families for a 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration. Ski Cove House was perfect for that. Good beds, great spaces and well equipped kitchen. Wonderful! The only down side was that no one mentioned that there is a 30-40 meter drop from the house to the lake below and only a very rough track down. My wife took a nasty tumble that put somewhat of a dampener on our weekend. Thankfully she sustained no serious injury but could have. There are plenty of beautiful beaches not too far away.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heath P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star
Awsome house in a great spot, everything you need for a belting weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location with fantastic view
Enjoyed a lovely weekend with friends overlooking the beautiful lake. There were plenty of beds and a well stocked kitchen with ample plates, glasses cutlery. etc. Easy access down to lake level for water activities. Modern appliances. Deck needs updating. Short drive to Forster for anything you need, or a stroll through the coffee shops.

8/10 Good

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski Cove House
We knew the sunset was a feature of this property, but seeing it in person is surreal, absolutely magnificent. The house was large enough for our group of 11, including a 2, 5 and 7yo. The house itself is a little worn, and can be noisy with our little kids running around, but with so many ppl and family members being able to enjoy the location and time together, it was a small compromise. The balcony railing was a little concerning with our young ones having the tendency to want to lean on or try to climb on the wire balustrade, so we made sure we always had our eyes on the kids. Overall though, we would happily visit again, loved the location and with Kate’s check in and check out process being super efficient we had a wonderful multi generational family holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family friendly house
We stayed at this property for a weekend to celebrate my wife's 70th birthday. Our group comprised 6 adults and 6 Grandkids aged 12 to 17. The house was perfect for us. The location is amazing with beautiful lake views. The house is huge and there is enough room for us keep out of each others way. The games room was well used by all of us. The property manager, Kate, is so helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble for her. She even left a bottle of bubbly and a lovely birthday card for my wife before our arrival. The fire kept us warm and toasty the whole weekend. We will be looking for an excuse to book this outstanding property in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Holiday House
This was a great house for a holiday. It had everthing you needed & more. The kids hardly used their i pads because there was so much to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet retreat.
We had a lovely stay: ample space, lake-side, big kitchen and deck area. Pool table and ping pong table for the games room. The kayaks were easily accessible by the lake. Check-in process was effortless. Highly recommend and will now visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and comfortable house
We had a wonderful stay at Ski Cove house. The place is huge and has more than enough space for our group of 12 (8 adults and 4 kids). The view from the deck is amazing and the sunsets are incredible. The access to the lake was great and we spent a lot of time using the kayaks with the kids. There were a few minor hiccups (e.g the outdoor lights were not working). The property manager was very responsive in booking a maintenance person to attend but due to complications no one was actually able to come. Overall, a great place and wonderful stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Raylene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Great weekend away with everything you would need and more on the property. A few hiccups but sorted out by the host immediately. Wonderful time had by all age groups. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Fun times for every one
loved taking the 2 kayaks to see the beach and was great to have spa and games room for the rainy days. awesome views from the balconies and lots of bird life.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libby W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Location
Super clean, very spacious, everything you need for a comfortable stay. Views are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Families together
Very enjoyable experience great place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere and views with family
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday Ski Cove House
My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Ski Cove House! The house was in great condition and very clean for our arrival. It has generous living areas and a very functional open plan kitchen, great for cooking. The sunset from balcony over Smiths Lake was one of the best I have ever seen! Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Les S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family holiday.
The house was perfect for our family holiday - ages ranging from 68 years to 4 months. Lake frontage was fabulous for the kids - swimming, kayaking and fishing in the afternoons. Beaches not too far away. Great to have two living areas and three bathrooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

chris c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas at Smiths Lake 2022
Fabulous location and the house has plenty of amenities included to make staying there easy Great games room Spa a nice touch
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally Appointed
This was the perfect getaway for our book club weekend of 9 women. Plenty to do, fantastic facilities and amenities and such a beautiful spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends getaway
The property is so spacious, clean, beautiful views. Excellent for a group getaway. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nickie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay by the lake
Our family enjoyed a week in the house. The canoes we’re a favourite and there was plenty of room for everyone. Lovely big kitchen with all of the bells and whistles. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Shona H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Ski Cove
Our group had a great stay at Ski Cove. The views from the balconies and kitchen are breathtaking! The table tennis, pool table and games cupboard kept the kids busy when they weren’t down exploring the river. The house is a little dated but still comfortable. The kitchen was modern and had everything you could need. Kate was extremely responsive and helpful. We had a great stay at Ski Cove and would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time get away
Great time family enjoyed it The only thing the access to the lake from the house the stair are too hard for some of the family
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sita V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best holiday in ages!
Ski cove house had the wow factor from the minute you walked in the door. So much space for everyone as well as areas that could accommodate everyone together in the one space such as outdoor areas and indoor dining areas. The view was incredible and just so relaxing. If you couldn’t physically get down the access to the beach then it doesn’t matter as you could watch it all from the deck and not kiss a thing. The lake access stairs was a great workout on both on the way down and up. Even our 70 year old mums said they got better at them every day! The house felt like a resort and everything was so nicely appointed. The kitchen was a dream to cook in as it was so big and had everything we needed to make serve up big feasts. Teppanyaki BBQ was fantastic and we used it for bacon and eggs, bbq, fried rice- everything! I loved the outdoor shower at the end of the day and I think I only used the indoor shower once! The pool room was very heavily frequented and the lounges were so comfy, perfect for afternoon reading and snooze! We spent two weeks here and will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday
House was spotless and had plenty of room for all of our family. We enjoyed all of the amenities and our grandkids thoroughly enjoyed kayaking. The views across the lake were magnificent.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Amy W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families
The view from the property was immaculate, just stunning. The house was tidy upon arrival. The bedrooms upstairs have mould growing on the curtains which was of a concern. There was no heating downstairs (only a gas outlet) and the lights flickered downstairs. A few small improvements could make the overall stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Petrice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to escape and unwind
Great place to unwind. Great facilities - loved the sauna and spa. Views are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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