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Selby Lakeside Cottage

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A sunset over a calm lake with a silhouette of a mountain range in the background.
A residential outdoor area with a paved driveway, a lawn, and a view of a body of water and hills in the distance.
A sectional sofa with a chaise, a coffee table, and a chair on a wooden deck.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a window above the sink.
A road with a grassy area and trees. There is a body of water in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Macquarie
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Swansea, NSW
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Byrnes Reserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Selby Lakeside Cottage

This 2 bedroom cottage is a true holiday house. With beautiful views of the lake and beaches which allow the family pet within a five minute drive, water activities for all are a must.

The property has a brand new luxury bathroom with free standing bath and rain maker shower as well as a refurbished kitchen with microwave and full sized stove offering very comfortable facilities. There is a garage and plenty of room to park your boat. Pets are catered for with a large fully fenced grassed backyard.

The property has two bedrooms and can accomodate up to 4 persons comfortably.

Relax on the front verandah watching the ever changing sunsets whilst enjoying local seafood available 100 metres away.

The gas log fire is a must for those chilly winter nights. Selby Lakeside is a value for money lakeside retreat with guests returning time and time again.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-11651, 2281
Property # 9106552
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

About the area

Newcastle

Located in Swansea, a neighbourhood in Newcastle, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Charlestown Square and Westfield Kotara are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Swansea, NSW

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Byrnes Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Merewether Beach - 34 min drive - 30.3 km
  • University of Newcastle - 34 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 38 min drive - 33.0 km

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 24 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Market St Cafe - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Watch House Cafe & Pizzeria - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Selby Lakeside Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Selby Lakeside Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Selby Lakeside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Selby Lakeside Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Selby Lakeside Cottage located?

Located in Swansea, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Blacksmiths Beach and Pulbah Island Nature Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 193 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 193 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

diane c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really well kept cisy place with beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quite location, charming cottage, had an excellent time and loved the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine and John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location by the lake. Very peaceful, clean and welcoming. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kirrily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The cottage was well equipped with everything we needed and set in a beautiful location, with stunning sunsets to enjoy. It’s fantastic pet-friendly accommodation and we would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy bed. Great backyard and outdoor areas, fantastic location and close to everything. The evening sunset view is priceless. Nice quiet location. The house is well equiped with modern kitchen and lovely bathroom including a bathtub. Only downfall, no dishwasher.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, home away from home and perfect for our little dog. Donna was incredibly helpful and communicated so well. Will be back! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and holiday vibe. Quiet and relaxing setting. The cottage had everything we needed and safe and secure backyard space for our little dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the lake view was stunning
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was lovely and clean. The sunsets from the front porch were spectacular. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love Selby Lakeside Cottage. I have always liked Lakeside Drive as it's so peaceful and conveniently located. My dog had a wonderful time as the backyard is very dog friendly. This is the second time I have stayed there and hope to again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec, 2025
Thank you Michelle glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thijs B.

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

Great trip away from Sydney

We enjoyed our stay, thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Boyd M.

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

modern old holiday home

great, dog friendly old style holiday home that has been modernised
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor J.

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

Selby lakeside cottage

Beautiful view peaceful Bed really comfortable close to everything
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

MEAGAN M.

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

Great little get away Even though it was the wettest week ever we enjoyed discovering the area

Quick school holidays get away
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Beautiful

Always an amazing stay... Love this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

So relaxing

Beautiful , relaxing stay looking out at the water.Fresh fish and prawns just across the road.We love staying at this property .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie F.

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

Relaxing getaway

Cute clean cottage. Very peaceful quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leanne M.

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

R & R

Great location and property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

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

Stunning property

Just wonderful - comfortable, clean .. everything one could want in the most beautiful location. Accessible to the lake and numerous beaches, a perfect place to relax!! Absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DARYL T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect trip away with spectacular sunsets. Enjoyed Hams Beach and Caves Beach and the proximity to the property. We had everything we needed especially access to a washing machine and the outdoor hose came in handy with the dog, after trips to the beach. The Channel Cafe was a favourite and the seafood so close by a bonus. Our dog felt right at home the moment we arrived which was of great comfort, being her first trip away with us. A special thank you to Donna for accommodating an extra day for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gregory j.

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

Great Hoiliday house

Everything that was required was there for you very well maintained home thanks Donna great stay 👍😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Beautiful as always

Always a lovely stay , clean, convenient and fenced.Love to sit on verandah and watch the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2025
Thank you Jennifer. We always aim to please our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meryl W.

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

Peaceful relaxing stay

Such a lovely clean comfortable cottage . Great location . We enjoyed walks with our dog along the lake each day . Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

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

Great spot!

Well appointed, tidy property in a great, quiet location. And our dog loved it too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

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