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9.6

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111722.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Smiths Lake, NSW

Smiths Lake1 min walk
Sandbar Beach11 min drive
Bull Island Nature Reserve27 min drive
Forster, NSW (FOT)31 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

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

Karen D.

Feb 4, 2024

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 LWE 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

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Dine on the decking as you take in the spectacular lakefront view!

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

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

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 hiking and mountain biking nearby.

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

‪Kembali Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Frothy Coffee - ‬3 min walk
‪Drift Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪The Good Food Store - ‬11 min walk
‪Pacific Palms Seafood - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On The Edge - Waterfront & Kayaks LWE 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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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

4 February 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

Sudeep T.

27 January 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

10/10 Excellent

Asanka K.

29 September 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

Sally H.

2 July 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 April 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

Claire J.

21 January 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

Christie S.

23 December 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 December 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 January 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 January 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 June 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 March 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 December 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 December 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 October 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 April 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 February 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.

14 January 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 December 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

10/10 Excellent

Gillian B.

6 November 2018

Excellent holiday home

Lovely home in a beautiful location. Very clean and well appointed. Great spot for lakeside relaxing, walking, kayaking. Frothy Coffee shop great local cafe just down the road. Perfect for large groups

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kym S.

30 October 2018

we just relaxed

There was a group of 9 ladies. We spend a weekend away once a year.We specifically go away to catch up and relax. This place was perfect. Didn't get in the car from time we arrived till the time we left. Walks along the lake or down to Frothy Coffee was our speed.Communication from Jackie was faultless.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

hannah s.

9 October 2018

Wonderful property. So peaceful and relaxing

The property has pretty much everything you could ever need for a fabulous holiday. The owner of this property couldn’t be more accommodating. Gorgeous views and wildlife (normally nightly visits by the local possum we named Arnold) and birds galore. Overall we had a fabulous time

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

13 April 2017

great large house

a beautiful area, short drive to nice beaches and bushwalks. The house is great, set in bush and short walk to lake (not a beach there but can still swim). Lots of mozzies. Kitchen and equipment all modern with 2 fireplaces.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kylie S.

6 December 2016

Great Spot

We had the most fantastic time at On the edge - Smiths Lake. With two families 10 people in total, the accomodation was perfect with plenty of opportunities for families to mix and break from each other. The location was amazing and having the kayaks and life jackets available for use was so much fun. Would highly recommend On the edge as a great place to stay. Thanks so much!

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

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

14 June 2016

Ah may zing!

Simply perfect. For a spontaneous weekend away - this was perfect! Kayaks and a tinny on the waters edge for paddling to breakfast at the cafe around the corner. Games and DVD's Galore for those fun competitive evenings with friends. Well heated for the colder months. This place has been well thought out and it shows. Simply perfect.