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Barefoot At Blacksmiths - 4 Bedrooms + Playroom with sofa bed, Walk to Beach

Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Macquarie

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Beach
Dining
Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms1938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Blacksmiths, NSW
  • Place, Blacksmiths Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Belmont Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Located in Blacksmiths within a short walk of Blacksmiths Beach, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Lake Macquarie. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Blacksmiths Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lake Macquarie - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Byrnes Reserve - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Belmont Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Moon Island Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 17 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Belmont 16s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Good One Coffee & Things - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Barefoot At Blacksmiths - 4 Bedrooms + Playroom with sofa bed, Walk to Beach

Set on a generous corner block, this 5 bedroom home combines classic coastal charm with modern comfort. The open plan living, dining, and kitchen area is airy and inviting, flooded with natural light and sea breeze.



Why you will love this home

5 spacious bedrooms, sleeps up to 10 guests

Private master suite with ensuite, walk in robe, and deck access

Fully renovated interiors with a relaxed coastal feel

Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout

Modern kitchen with quality appliances

Large timber deck for outdoor dining and lounging

Secure backyard, great for kids and storing beach toys

Walk to the beach, local cafés, shops, and hotel

Corner block with excellent off street parking, room for boat or jetski



Bedroom layout

Bedroom 1, Master Suite: Queen bed, private adult retreat with ensuite, huge walk in wardrobe, and sliding doors to the back deck

Bedroom 2: Queen bed, comfortable second couple’s room

Bedroom 3: Double bed, versatile room for couples or singles

Bedroom 4: 2 x single beds, ideal for children or friends sharing

Bedroom 5: Double sofa bed, set up as a kid friendly zone with tee pee and toy kitchen

With this flexible layout, the home works beautifully for extended families, two small families traveling together, or mixed groups needing both shared and separate spaces.



Living, kitchen and dining

Open plan living and dining area with coastal furnishings

Smart TV for movies and downtime after a day in the surf

Fully equipped kitchen with quality appliances, full size fridge, oven, cooktop, microwave, and plenty of cookware

Family sized dining table and relaxed lounge seating

Everything is set up so you can easily cook, relax, and spend time together.



Bathrooms and laundry

2 stylish bathrooms, including the master ensuite

Walk in showers and fresh bathroom linen provided

Large laundry with washing machine, handy for longer stays or beach days



Outdoor living and parking

Generous covered timber deck with outd
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Parties or hens/bucks nights allowed
Park only in the designated garage or community parking areas. Do not block neighbours’ driveways, shared accessways or garages.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Outside only

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-81392, 2281

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

100006795

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Blacksmiths within a short 17-minute walk of Lake Macquarie and also 5 minutes on foot from Blacksmiths Beach. You'll also find Belmont Golf Course and Wallarah National Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Barefoot At Blacksmiths - 4 Bedrooms + Playroom with sofa bed, Walk to Beach good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Barefoot At Blacksmiths - 4 Bedrooms + Playroom with sofa bed, Walk to Beach have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is 27.8 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Barefoot At Blacksmiths - 4 Bedrooms + Playroom with sofa bed, Walk to Beach?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Barefoot At Blacksmiths - 4 Bedrooms + Playroom with sofa bed, Walk to Beach.

Barefoot At Blacksmiths - 4 Bedrooms + Playroom with sofa bed, Walk to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kelly s.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very welcoming, and the house was spotless.We had a great stay and it was a very short walk to the beach.We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay over Christmas, the property is so well equipped with some nice touches, ie the Xmas tree. The kids playroom is great, well fenced yard for our dog, comfortable beds, plenty of room. Easy walk to the beach at the end of the street and walkable distance to main blacksmith beach/grannies pool, wished we could of stayed longer
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was big and comfortable. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was made easy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

San O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and comfy, short distance to the beach and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025