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8/10 Good
Jason G.
11 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway with plenty of things to do
Jason G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Entire home
Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Spa pool
- Garage parking available
- Dogs and cats allowed
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue
Explore the area
Smiths Lake, NSW
- Smiths LakePlace, Smiths Lake1 min walk
- Forster-Tuncurry Golf CoursePlace, Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course28 min drive
- Forster Town BeachPlace, Forster Town Beach31 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Blue Room, Pavilion 2
1 Queen Bed
Orange Room, Pavilion 2
2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
Sandstone Room, Pavilion 1, Ensuite
1 Queen Bed
Turquoise Room, Pavilion 1, Ensuite
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1 Pavilion1, Ensuite to Turquoise Room
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2, Pavilion 1, Ensuite to Sandstone Room
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3, Pavilion 2, separate entrances from the 2 bedrooms
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Guest Toilet in Pavilion 1
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.
Our guest reviews are most believable & say it best...
“This is a magical spot! Beautiful house located 1 quiet street back from Smiths Lake and well hidden behind shrubs and trees. The space is stylish, light and airy, with lovely new bathrooms & a large, well-equipped kitchen. Close to exceptional beaches including Cellito, Blueys & Seal Rocks.
The garden is totally secure, even for our Houdini dog. The kayaks and dinghy were well-used by the whole family and the dogs. Toby is an excellent host.”
Love our new wood fired pizza oven next to our giant entertaining deck - we have a couple of foodies in our family who love to use it and invite guests over to share the fun.
Couple of great restaurants in nearby Blueys now, plus 2 Clubs providing great 'RSL style' food. Plus Forster is now a booming restaurant scene with many choices and is just 30 minutes drive away.
“This is a magical spot! Beautiful house located 1 quiet street back from Smiths Lake and well hidden behind shrubs and trees. The space is stylish, light and airy, with lovely new bathrooms & a large, well-equipped kitchen. Close to exceptional beaches including Cellito, Blueys & Seal Rocks.
The garden is totally secure, even for our Houdini dog. The kayaks and dinghy were well-used by the whole family and the dogs. Toby is an excellent host.”
Love our new wood fired pizza oven next to our giant entertaining deck - we have a couple of foodies in our family who love to use it and invite guests over to share the fun.
Couple of great restaurants in nearby Blueys now, plus 2 Clubs providing great 'RSL style' food. Plus Forster is now a booming restaurant scene with many choices and is just 30 minutes drive away.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please don't toss the butts into the garden
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-5608, 2428
Property # 9883863
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
This property uses solar energy
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
About the area
Smiths Lake
Smiths Lake is home to this holiday home. Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bramble's Reserve and Wallingat National Park.
Smiths Lake, NSW
What's nearby
- Smiths Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Myall Lakes National Park - 16 min drive - 15.7 km
- One Mile Beach - 27 min drive - 31.4 km
- Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 28 min drive - 32.6 km
- Forster Town Beach - 31 min drive - 34.9 km
Restaurants
- The Beachhouse - 14 min drive
- Kembali Cafe - 10 min drive
- The Good Food Store - 10 min walk
- Twenty by Twelve Cafe + Foodstore - 10 min drive
- Pacific Palms Bowling Club - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. on 14 May 2026 start from AU$650, 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 Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bushland Retreat beside a beautiful lake - big eco house with 4 large bedrooms. located?
Situated in Smiths Lake, this holiday home is steps from Smiths Lake and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bramble's Reserve. Sandbar Beach and Wallis Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
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Communication
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Robin M.
22 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robin
We loved the peace and quiet and the spacious pavilions. Perfect for our adult family gathering.
Robin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Helen H.
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful house!
The house was perfect for our family group. A beautiful location close to the lake for swimming and kyaking.
The kitchen had everything we needed to cook up a storm.
3 bathrooms was a great feature. Lovely outdoor areas in the exuberant garden for relaxing.
The yard was very secure for our furry family members.
Helen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2024
Thanks Helen for your lovely and thoughtful review.
Our cleaner said the house was left perfectly - the best in 3 years of ST renting.
About the host
Hosted by Toby Marshall
Bit of an eco warrior - so built this new house to be as green as possible within the ridiculous local government regulations.
We also wanted the house to be large enough to cope with our growing extended family - with the ability to keep the adorable (but noisy) grand kids in a separate Pavilion. And for each bedroom to have comfortable seating for quiet reading.
We also wanted the house to be large enough to cope with our growing extended family - with the ability to keep the adorable (but noisy) grand kids in a separate Pavilion. And for each bedroom to have comfortable seating for quiet reading.
Why they chose this property
The exraordinarily beautiful lake just across the street with the hilly surrounds and no buildings visible from most spots. You could imagine yourself back 300 years ago!
The lake beach is not crowded even in January, and the trees provide great shade from midday onwards. Peaceful, quiet and shady spot to read in our deck chairs.
The many beautiful beaches we have that provide sheltered options for nearly every wind direction are the icing on the cake for us.
Then the convenience of the many shops and supermarkets on this side of Forster - just 25 minutes away.
The lake beach is not crowded even in January, and the trees provide great shade from midday onwards. Peaceful, quiet and shady spot to read in our deck chairs.
The many beautiful beaches we have that provide sheltered options for nearly every wind direction are the icing on the cake for us.
Then the convenience of the many shops and supermarkets on this side of Forster - just 25 minutes away.
What makes this property unique
The complete privacy the bush garden provides from the street. We don't want to see people nor have the need to dress up to impress them!
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