Smoking friendly vacation rentals in Great Lakes Council

Kiwarrak Country Retreat -The Bower

Kiwarrak Country Retreat provides stylish, self-contained cottage accommodation near Old Bar Beach on the stunning Barrington Coast, NSW. Set on 10 picturesque acres, the Retreat is surrounded by beautifully established gardens and lawns with a backdrop of tall Australian gums, tucked between Kiwarrak State Forest and Khappinghat National Park. This idyllic bushland setting is conveniently less than 10 minutes from gorgeous beaches, great cafes, and access to the double delta Manning River.

"Robyn's Nest Hideaway" - a quiet getaway

Accommodation is a single level dwelling with an open plan kitchen and living area. 2 big Queen bedrooms & 3 way bathroom. The good-sized paved and grassed outdoor area backs onto bush-land. The best beach in Port Stephens is very close. The getaway is a haven thanks to its cosiness, quietness, privacy & location. Suits 4 adults. Only house trained "smallish" dogs allowed with own bedding. NO dogs on beds or lounges. NO dogs to be left alone inside unattended. NO electric scooters allowed!!

Gymea Cottage - Pure Valley

Gymea Cottage is a two-storey cabin. The upper deck is independent of the lower floor & has a private bedroom, a lounge, a kitchen with a beautiful veranda between the treetops. The lower deck has a private bedroom, stunning verandah and views, but a more compact lounge & kitchen. You can indulge yourself in your own private spa and watch the stars. Idyllic location in a bush setting with lots of privacy! It is located on 126 acres of bushland with 3 other cottages spaced out on the property.

Fantastic relaxing beach escape

Our property is in the quiet town of Old Bar only 50 meters from the beach,with just a short walk to restaurants and shops. It has great ocean views to chill and relax,maybe watch the whales and dolphins, or for the more adventurous there is great surfing kiteboarding fishing ,walking / running tracks, as well as fantastic mountain biking only 10klm away. Just 15min drive to Taree and 25 min to Foster we have 1 king bed 1 queen 3 singles and a koala queen sofa lounge bed & 2 bathrooms.

Bungalow 21 in Forster

"Bungalow 21 in Forster" is a private 3-bedroom home for you to enjoy entirely to yourself. It is an ideal location for people seeking a place of retreat near the beach and close to amazing restaurants, cafes, golf courses and so much more. Our home is perfect for a weekend coastal getaway, business trip, staycation or cozy home base while exploring everything Forster has to offer. We are child and teen friendly, however, we unfortunately cannot entertain your four legged friends.

Hunter Hideaway Farm Studio for 2 with hot tub.

We have created a fabulous private studio retreat on our 150 acre farm for 2 people wanting that private secluded getaway, bubbas stay free also a tiny house trained doggo would be welcomed. You can’t leave the dog alone at any time if you go out it must go with you. It is a magical space with a hot tub just outside the door for your personal use watching the sunset with a bottle of bubbles that we supply you may see a Kangaroo or two or even a wombat. We don’t have WiFi.

Ocean Street Apartment Merewether

Apartment on Ocean street direct waterfront. On the cliff between Dixon park and Cooks Hill. Enjoy sweeping views of the ocean, and watch the sun and moon rise. Listen to the sound of the waves as you drift off to sleep after a fun day of sun and surf. No road noise as only Bathers Way walking track between you and the ocean. Close to everything when you stay at this centrally located two bedroom apartment. Supermarkets, bars and restaurants in walking proximity.

A bushland farm retreat where you can re-energise

Olen Cabin is our fully equipped guest house, located in the 'back paddock' of our 100 acre property, overlooking lagoons, pasture and gum trees that line the property.  Olen contains one bedroom, one bathroom, a welcoming and light vibe, with fresh decor, chosen for comfort. Stock the fridge with your favourites to enjoy during your stay. It's a chill place, no wifi & very limited phone service. It's time to unplug and reconnect. We hope to welcome you soon.

McDonald Cottage

Quiet and secluded, McDonald Cottage is in the heart of the Pokolbin wine country. For weekend bookings, a minimum of two guests is required. The cottage has three bedrooms, a large living room with a firebox and air conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. The veranda looks onto Audrey Wilkinson's winery. The cottage is kept meticulously clean by our long-term housekeeper. Generous, reduced rates are available for week-long stays.