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Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly

Holiday home with kitchen, 10-minute walk to Lake Macquarie

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Consider a stay at Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly

Get away from the busyness of life to relax at this peaceful lux coastal retreat for all the family/friends to enjoy with magic sunsets & this lush serene setting by sitting around the warm firepit. Just one hour from Sydney's north shore & close to Rafferty's Resort that boasts a spectacular lakeside for all functions & a new alfresco Cams Wharf tavern to bask in the sun with live music every weekend. At Lakemac water sports offers kayaking, BBQ & fishing boat hire & giant aqua mats for the kids. Murray’s Cafe is an outdoor dog-friendly cafe surrounded by the bushland on the edge of Lake Macquarie. The jetty over the lake is great for fishing, the paths along the waterfront are ideal for a casual stroll or a place to bring the kids on their bikes & scooters. Bring a picnic blanket, order from the takeaway menu & sit on the waterfront to take-in the array of sparkling sunsets. Step into the relaxed vibe of Caves Coastal Bar & Restaurant, or the Swansea RSL only minutes' drive, let the ocean breeze make it restful and enjoy the local charm we’ve fallen in love with.
This is the perfect place for those moments that matter the most with the people that matter the most to you.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Check PowerPoints are off & stove/oven has been turned off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

no parties allowed and no noised after 11 pm

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Note from host: Non-shedding & toilet trained pets allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-79169, 2281

About the area

Murrays Beach, a neighbourhood in Newcastle, is home to this holiday home. Lake Macquarie and Wallarah National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground.
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Murrays Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Wallarah National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Pinney Beach - 19 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 39 min drive - 37.5 km

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Wangi - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly located?

Located in Murrays Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wallarah National Park and Lake Macquarie. Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area and Pinney Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Stay a while @Murray’s Beach Retreat | Family & Pet-friendly Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for our year end holidays and celebrated New Year's eve. The house is nice and cosy. It was just perfect for our family gathering. We really enjoyed ourselves in the house. Thank you Anna.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025