Entire home

The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake

Photo gallery for The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake

An aerial view of a coastal area with a lighthouse, beach, and turquoise waters.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a hilly landscape.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a minimalist design.
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, black cushioned chairs, and two wicker lanterns.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor entertainment area
    A rare find — gather and enjoy the dedicated outdoor entertainment space.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Myall Lakes National Park

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

View in a map
Bungwahl, NSW
  • Place, Smiths Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Myall Lakes National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Forster Town Beach
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Top Level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 - Top Level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6 - Top level

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Outdoor dining
Driftaway~Wi-Fi~Kayaks~Pool Table~Games~Toys~Reverse Cycle Air-Con~Media Room
Smiths Lake
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
Driftaway~Wi-Fi~Kayaks~Pool Table~Games~Toys~Reverse Cycle Air-Con~Media Room

About the area

Bungwahl

Located in Bungwahl, this holiday home is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Myall Lakes National Park and Smiths Lake Nature Reserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Great Lakes Winery. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
View more Holiday homes in BungwahlOpens in a new window
Map
Bungwahl, NSW

What's nearby

  • Smiths Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Myall Lakes National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • One Mile Beach - 40 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 41 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Forster Town Beach - 43 min drive - 49.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Good Food Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bongos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Grub Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant 42 - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Nadine the Cake Queen - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake?

As of 4 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake on 9 Nov, 2026 start from S$2,101, 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 The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lake Retreat - southern shores of Smiths Lake located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Smiths Lake and Myall Lake. Myall Lakes National Park is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a hidden gem
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for a family vacation

We had a great time . Excellent location and beautiful house
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property and location

Fantastic house for a large family group, beautifully clean in a fantastic location with terrific amenities and ambiance. Excellent hosts and will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location with a lovely view

Lovely big house with a fantastic view to accommodate 4 families. Kids enjoyed fishing on the lake & kayaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT HOUSE, GREAT LOCATION, GREAT WEATHER = GREAT HOLIDAY

From waking up to the sunrise over the water to afternoons spent canoeing the lake. Great times spent with family. Will definitely be back!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes host seems wecoming. Amenities was in good condition. Overall view was very attractive. We missed one thing there was no stove in downstairs, which is essential for group of people cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Holiday

This was our 2nd stay at this amazing property. It is a great size for multiple families staying. The kitchen is fully equiped and house is very clean. The lake is shallow which is great for kids to play in. We look forward to staying again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Slice of Paradise

Beautiful home, amazing location, allowed us to truely unwind and enjoy our holiday. Swimming, cricket on the lawn was all so much fun. Communication with the host was brilliant.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake retreat

House is bigger than you expect. Sensational location and view to kick back on the top deck. Very reasonable priced and owner is great with communication. Everything you need is there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bring the family together

Spacious, well appointed and thought out. Multiple break out spaces helps with a full house
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing and fun for the kids.

We had a great time at The Lake Retreat. Richard and family who stay in the top story of the house were fantastic and more than willing to make our stay the best it could be. There was plenty of activities for the kids with a canoe and kayaks and of course their favorite the huge trampoline. So if your after a quieter holiday with beaches just 10mins away by car this is the holiday for you, you won't be disappointed.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
Pleased you enjoyed your stay Joanne. We were happy to be able to assist you during your stay. We are not usually at the property when we have guests staying down stairs. We are planning on renting out the entire house in late 2017. The house would then sleep 18 - 20 people. All enquiries welcome.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Getaway

A few things broken, but lovely house. Needs Wi-Fi!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas

3 family groups from around the world got to spend Christmas together in this stunning location. The house easily accommodated the 12 of us. The outlook was stunning and the area very peaceful. We really enjoyed kayaking in the lake using equipment provided by the hosts. Only drawback (and a positive at the same time) was no wi-fi - somehow we all survived
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing weekend away with family

We had amazing family holiday at this gorgeous property, the house was immaculately presented and furnished with everything you could ever need. The kids were entertained all weekend with the endless entertainment at the property, ranging from dvds, board games, scooters or kayaks. The lake was short walk in front of the house where we moored our boat, a short drive to put the boat in. Jane and Richard were excellent hosts, and provided us with lots of information about the house and surrounds. We will definitely be back again, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2020
We are pleased you all enjoyed your stay & we look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location. We just had a 3 generation family getaway. The house was so spacious that we never felt like we were on top of each other. Very clean and all the essentials were already there. I must say, having the ice trays in the freezer ready was definitely a plus ( never come across this before). Nice to have an ice cold drink after the drive from home. Waking up to the sunrise over the lake was just magical. You could swim or kayak on the lake or if you preferred the beach, it’s only 15 minutes away.Jane and Richard are amazing hosts. Communication from the moment we booked to the time we left was flawless. Answered any questions very quickly. Check in was easy as all instructions were communicated clearly before arrival. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A one-of-a-kind adventure into tranquility

The property was lovely! The lake was still & inviting, and kayaks were provided to glide across its glassy surface. The spacious grassy area provided the perfect stage for the provided lawn games, and the local wildlife was almost as inviting the home. A family of three kookaburras kept us happy company throughout the weekend, and we were also joined by some friendly magpies and a king parrot. The house comfortably slept fourteen, and the living areas never felt cramped. We were a brisk forty minute drive from groceries, so we stocked up big time and fed a small army of hungry men. House rating: 14/14
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a (large) family get together. Configuration of the rooms including two kitchens made for really easy living
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lakeside getaway

We had a lovely weekend away here. We were a group staying and the house was big enough that we all able to hang out together but also had our own space. The views were great and the kitchen had all the essentials and more to cook up feasts. We had a great time using the provided kayaks and canoes on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful lakeside stay

A great lakeside property. Everything catered for in house inclusions. Should have just taken food and drinks, didn’t need to pack the usual kitchen sink
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great weekend with our friends!

We had a 3 day weekend with our friends, the house was big and comfortable for everyone, adults and kids all had a great time. The area is great, beautiful beaches, the lakes and the Recky is only 15 minutes drive from the house if you want to eat out too. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

House was perfect. Great view and equipped with everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and view

Came for a long weekend away with the extended family. Had a fabulous, relaxing time in this beautiful house. Close to everything you need. Sitting down at the lake was beautiful and serene and the kids had an awesome time splashing around. Would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ladies annual weekend away.

Jane and Richard were so easy to deal with, very helpful and friendly. This was our 24th year away together and we had 3 brilliant nights at this fantastic home. The house is amazing, the views are amazing and so relaxing at night sitting on the upstairs deck having dinner. The weather in Sydney and the state was very bad with all the floods but we did not have much rain at all, so we got a chance to get in walks (7kms) down the road around the lake, we used the canoes, we bought our own stand up paddle boards and had fun on the water. Easy access to the water and so warm. The home and beds were comfortable, clean and everything you would need for a perfect weekend away. The kitchen was well equipped with gladwrap etc, detergents, cleaning products and plenty of plates and glasses etc, serving plates, bowls, coffee machine etc. It was great having 3 bathrooms, fans in each room too. Beautifully decorated. Plenty of parking for our cars on the driveway. Very private. One day we drove to Forster for lunch and another to Frothys coffee shop (now this is a friendly coffee shop) definitely would recommend Frothys too. We all would recommend this lovely home to stay to anyone. Love to bring my family here one day too. Thank you Richard and Jane for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

This was the perfect location for our annual weekend away. 12 adults and 2 little kids all had a ball. The house is outstanding, looked even better than the pictures! So spacious and the view of the lake its beautiful. Couldn't recommend it enough. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We enjoyed the facilities the house had plenty rooms for our family

Relaxing and views from the veranda up stairs and downstairs
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback