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Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with bar stools, a built-in oven, and a window providing natural light.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and white chairs, a blue fence, and a wooden slatted wall.
A two-story house with a grey exterior, a white picket fence, and a small front porch.
A minimalist bedroom with a large window, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Merewether Beach
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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The Junction, NSW
  • Place, Merewether Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, NEX
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Civic Theater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Laundry

Toilet

Spaces

Balcony

About this property

Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle

Originally built in the 1920s by the Austin family, Austin Cottage has been given a new lease on life by the current owners and they are excited to share their home with you.

Located in The Junction, in Newcastle, the home is pet-friendly and features three bedrooms, open plan kitchen, living and dining and opens up to the private back deck and yard.

At Austin Cottage, you will be just a 250m walk to cafe's, restaurants and shops at The Junction, 1.2km from stunning Bar Beach, and just 2km into Newcastle CBD area.

Whether you’re escaping the city, travelling from country to coast or longing a 'staycation’ in your own hometown, Austin Cottage is the ideal destination for your stay in Newcastle.

The rear yard is fully fenced, and the home perfect for your fury family members to stay with you during your business or holiday stay.

Experience the Follo feeling at Austin Cottage.

Pets:
Two house trained dogs are welcome to stay with you at Austin Cottage.
A pet fee of $150 per stay applies in addition to your booking total, and additional Pet Policy Agreement is required.

Security bond amount: $1800

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
NSW STRA Code of Conduct applies. Security deposit required. ID check & guest registration required. Check-in: from 3pm. Check-out: by 10am.
No smoking. No parties or functions. 150 AUD pet fee for approved pets. Additional fees may apply where Terms & Conditions are not adhered to.
Full Terms & Conditions provided following booking in the confirmation email, and at the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-67092, 2291
Property # 9976472
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Newcastle

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in The Junction, a neighbourhood in Newcastle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie. Maritime Centre and Merewether Ocean Baths are also worth visiting.
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The Junction, NSW

What's nearby

  • Merewether Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • NEX - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Newcastle Civic Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Newcastle City Hall - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Civic Station - 4 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hubro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sher Wood Coffee Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪SIDETRACK COFFEE - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Prince of Merewether - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,059, 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 Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Austin Cottage - Pet friendly holiday house in Newcastle located?

Located in The Junction, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lingard Private Hospital, Dixon Park Beach and Merewether Beach. NEX and Bar Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). Civic Station is 22 minutes by foot and Newcastle Interchange Station is 22 minutes.

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. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, fabulous location and beautiful renovation
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, comfortable home with great facilities. Brien street if extremely narrow so try to get a street park or alternatively back in to the carport. The upside is that it is a lovely quiet pocket with very little traffic yet easy walking to nearby services and eateries.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Great central location to explore Newcastle

Our family of five loved our stay, within walking distance of everything we needed, in the comfort of a beautiful home. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Had everything we needed. Would have preferred a faceless check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Austin Cottage

Style The best experienced ever! Clean, friendly service, quality living and beautiful! The photos online are real and current!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

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

Perfect cottage accommodation

This 3 bedroom cottage was perfect for me and four family members. The bedrooms, kitchen and living area were clean and spacious. The appliances and linen were all top quality and luxurious. The location was also great as it was within easy walking distance of The Junction with Coles, restaurants and boutique shops which catered for all needs and interests. It was all perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great relaxing getaway

We really enjoyed Austin Cottage, well presented and clean. We had beautiful weather, some of the beaches were closed but the ocean pools were amazing. The location was good, a little too far from the beach but was what was listed in description. The bond was higher than normal but we did not have an issue and got it released the same day. We would stay again and recommend Austin Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

jacqui p.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
It was a pleasure hosting Jacqui recently. Communication was clear and friendly, house rules were followed, and the property was left in great condition. We would gladly host Jacqui again and recommend to other hosts without hesitation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HELEN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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