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Surf Side Retreat

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Old Bar with free parking

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Exterior
Family Room | Terrace/patio
Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Front of property
Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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25 Old Bar Rd, Old Bar, NSW, 2430
  • Place, Apex Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Saltwater National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Bar Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Traditional Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Queen Traditional Suite

  • 140 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen and Single Traditional Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Queen and Single Traditional Suite

  • 140 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Family Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Old Bar

Surf Side Retreat places you within a 5-minute walk of Old Bar Park and Old Bar Community Library. This 4-room, 3.5-star guesthouse has in-room conveniences like balconies, sitting areas, and private yards.
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What's nearby

  • Old Bar Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Apex Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Saltwater National Park - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Old Bar Beach - 23 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Diamond Beach - 35 min drive - 22.1 miles

Getting around

  • Taree Station - 16 min drive
  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Bar Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Club Old Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Flow Espresso Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blowfish - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Diamond Beach Videos & Take Away - ‬28 min drive

About this property

Surf Side Retreat

Guesthouse in Old Bar with free parking
Guests of Surf Side Retreat enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and express check-in. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Balconies, sitting areas, and private yards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Interior

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Property is also known as

Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse Old Bar
Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse
Surf Side Retreat Old Bar
Surf Side Retreat Old Bar
Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse
Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse Old Bar

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Surf Side Retreat?

Surf Side Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Surf Side Retreat?

This guesthouse in Old Bar is within a 10-minute walk of Apex Park, Old Bar Park, and Cable Park. You'll also find Charles Boyce Park and Badger's Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Surf Side Retreat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Surf Side Retreat feature a casino on the premises?

No, Surf Side Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Surf Side Retreat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Surf Side Retreat?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like in-room massages and premium bedding as well as a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Surf Side Retreat?

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

Does Surf Side Retreat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Surf Side Retreat doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Surf Side Retreat allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free at Surf Side Retreat and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Surf Side Retreat have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Surf Side Retreat?

The closest major airport to Surf Side Retreat is Taree, NSW (TRO), which is 14.1 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Surf Side Retreat?

Yes, every accommodation at Surf Side Retreat comes with a balcony with some featuring park or garden views.

Reviews

Surf Side Retreat Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For my purpose - an overnight stay by myself - it was excellent. Clean, tidy and well located. Easy, friendly check in, a nice hot shower and a comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to town and beach.Nicely appointed room and good communication. Off street parking,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was so inviting , the bed was very comfortable and the shower was excellent. Located in great position close to everything. Loved our stay will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!! Lovely venue, very comfortable:) a great place to chill out!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Let Yourself In.

Surf Side Retreat is a house that has been divided into four self contained apartments. We needed an overnight stay close to Old Bar to visit a family member who doesn't have space to put us up. We turned up around 4.00pm and directions were given by a card on the front door. I had tried to research this property but the website was not working. Found a set of stairs to second level which was not so easy to negotiate for oldies like us. Room was clean and comfortable, wifi was good, TV was tiny but OK. Made a cup of tea but anything else would have been tricky with the microwave at ground level. Went visiting and out for dinner. On our return, found that all the onsite parking was taken so we parked on the street. Left around 9.00am and had we been two minutes earlier, would have missed the manager, who introduced herself as we were packing the car. Probably would not stay here again because of the stairs, the parking and the impersonal approach. Also, a bit overpriced, I thought.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a short stay but super comfy and homely. Had the best sleep and Kate was so accomodating. Will stay again and recommend to anybody.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sadri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schöner Aufenthalt

Schönes Hotel mit Self- Checkin und Checkout
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019