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Courtyard Pool Studio — Private Luxe Retreat.

Lakefront apartment with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor dining
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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 22476 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Toronto, NSW
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, John Hunter Hospital
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Located in Carey Bay, this apartment is adjacent to Lake Macquarie. The apartment includes a private pool and a kitchen and guests can enjoy free breakfast.

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Newcastle - 21 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • John Hunter Hospital - 22 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Merewether Beach - 30 min drive - 17.9 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 33 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

  • Fassifern Station - 10 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Belmont 16s - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Toronto Diggers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saigon Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Courtyard Pool Studio — Private Luxe Retreat.

Complete with access to a private heated pool and breakfast for two. The studio wraps you in comfort. Recharge Staycation is a luxe retreat that offers a romantic escape, a Ladies' Weekend, or an executive stay. This experience is carefully crafted to provide a rejuvenating, memorable stay.

Thoughtfully hosted, you’ll be welcomed with a charcuterie mini-board. Your dietary needs are warmly accommodated and cared for with the quiet attention of a boutique retreat.

Your courtyard studio, designed exclusively for adult guests, creates the perfect place for a serene escape.
A private walkway leads to French doors that open into your elegant open-plan studio, surrounded by decks for effortless indoor–outdoor living. Push open the kitchen bi-fold window and enjoy your breakfast on the terrace as the sun rises over the lake.

The newly appointed kitchen includes a full-sized fridge, a Smeg coffee machine, an air fryer, a steamer, a skillet, a pancake maker, a sandwich press, and a microwave. Prefer alfresco dining? A Weber barbecue and outdoor dining settings are provided, with a wood-fired pizza oven available on request.

The luxury bathroom features a walk-in glass barn-door shower, a rainwater shower head, a custom-made farmhouse vanity, and premium Avada toiletries — perfect for use after a swim or a day on the lake.

Corporate traveler, flexible lease terms, and a high-speed internet connection for work. Or Traveling Nurse Accommodation.

Sleeping

The spacious bedroom features:
Hilton-style memory foam mattress with an additional topper
Eco-friendly pillow menu: slim, medium, firm, hypoallergenic, and down options
Luxury French flax linen + eco pillow menu
Plush bathrobes, pool towels, and robes for strolling to the pool.

Features & Amenities

• Exclusive heated plunge pool.
• Private gated entry + secure parking
• Sunrise-facing courtyard + lake glimpses
• Curated arrival cheese platter (dietary needs welcomed)
• Premium Smeg coffee machine + fully equipped kitchen
• Weber BBQ + alfresco dining & breakfast deck
• Avada spa-grade toiletries & plush robes
• High-speed Free WiFi and Google TV Streamer. + executive desk space
• The study offers air-conditioning, a Solt air purifier, and a dehumidifier.

Ideal For

✓ Romantic couples seeking a private lakeside escape
✓ Executive or remote professionals needing peace, security, and high-speed WiFi
✓ Wellness + leisure guests who value refined quiet over crowds
✓ Long-stay health professionals / travelling nurses (option available — on request only)

House Rules

We welcome respectful, mindful guests who value a peaceful, high-quality stay.

Please note the following before booking:

• Adults-only, no children — this is a calm, restorative retreat
• No parties or events — peaceful stay required
• No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property
• No pets
• Exclusive pool access — pool gates must never be propped open (Australian law)
• Quiet hours: 7 am–11 pm — please be mindful of neighbours at all times
• Leave the space respectfully — dishes cleaned, food removed, rubbish out
• Report any damage immediately — we’re here to help quickly, not to blame

Thank you for helping us maintain this space as a true sanctuary.


* Due to Coronavirus, we clean and disinfect all touched surfaces between reservations. Hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes are available for your stay.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,476 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

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:
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

Please inform advance of your expected arrival time. Contact the property directly after providing your confirmation.
The property does not accommodate hen, stag, or similar parties.
This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 53638

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.
  • 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.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Carey Bay, just steps from Lake Macquarie. You'll also find Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area and Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this apartment?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, this apartment doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Courtyard Pool Studio — Private Luxe Retreat. good for couples?

This lakeside apartment offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, private pools in some apartments, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Courtyard Pool Studio — Private Luxe Retreat. have a hot tub?

No, but this apartment does have a heated pool.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

This apartment offers free breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is 28.7 mi away (49 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Courtyard Pool Studio — Private Luxe Retreat.?

Yes, every apartment at Courtyard Pool Studio — Private Luxe Retreat. comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Courtyard Pool Studio — Private Luxe Retreat. Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful welcoming hosts, lovely comfortable studio accommodation, thoughtful extras - food, nibblies, bubbles etc etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025