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Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort

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Indoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV
Aerial view
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Cams Wharf, NSW
  • Lake Macquarie
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Wallarah National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Blacksmiths Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Newcastle

At this villa you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Macquarie and Wallarah National Park. .Villa features a private pool, a washer/dryer and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony or patio, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site indoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find a garden and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wallarah National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Ghosties Beach - 24 min drive - 16.1 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 29 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 20 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Mamma's Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Orana Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mai Thai Restaurant NSW - ‬8 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.

Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort

Fairy-Wren Cottage is a quiet three-level townhouse nestled in the tranquil surroundings of Rafferty’s Resort—perfect for families, friends, or multi-generational groups seeking a spacious lakeside escape with stunning bushland views.

Designed for group connections, the cottage features multiple sleeping zones and generous communal spaces, allowing guests to spread out or come together with ease.

Sleeping Configuration:
* Ground Level (Main Living Area): Two Queen beds
* Loft Level: One Double bed + Two single lounges (converted to beds)
* Lower Ground Floor (Rumpus Room): One Double bed + Two Single beds

Key Features:
* Comfortable lounge and dining area with timber floors, sofas, and flat-screen TV
* Fully equipped kitchen with full-sized fridge, gas cooktop, oven, dishwasher, and all necessary cookware
* Laundry with full-sized washing machine and dryer
* Covered verandah with six-seat outdoor dining—ideal for al fresco meals
* Private courtyard with four-seat setting and clothesline
* Expansive rumpus room with entertainment lounge—great for relaxing or play
* Access to resort amenities including a heated undercover pool
* Breathtaking bushland views through large glass doors

Parking Notes: Includes one garage space and an additional front parking spot. Due to the narrow driveway, large vehicles may need to park at reception to avoid blocking neighboring cottages.

Fairy-Wren Cottage offers a unique blend of privacy, practicality, and natural beauty—a perfect retreat for group getaways at Rafferty’s Resort.

Resort Facilities include
* Four pools, including a heated pool with a spa, cater to guests seeking a refreshing swim or relaxation. ​
* Four full-sized tennis courts, two of which are equipped with lights for evening play, are available for tennis enthusiasts. ​
* Guests can engage in various water sports, including kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and boating, with equipment available for hire through Jetbuzz Watersports. ​
* The resort features both small and large playgrounds, providing entertainment options for children of different ages. ​
* Multiple electric BBQ areas are scattered throughout the resort, perfect for outdoor cooking and gatherings. ​
* Guests can explore 35 acres of natural bushland via the resort's walking trails, immersing themselves in the local flora and fauna. ​
* The resort provides a private jetty and boat ramp, facilitating easy access to Lake Macquarie for boating activities.

Property manager

Lakeshores Holiday & Short Stay Accommodation

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events are allowed
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No events are allowed For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property registration number Exempt

Property is also known as

House
Fairy Wren In Raffertys
UEV20711V25
Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort Newcastle
Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort?

The closest beach to Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort is Ghosties Beach (6.3 km).

Does Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool, a communal pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a dining area.

Is there a private hot tub at Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort?

No, Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Fairy Wren Cottage in Raffertys Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Fabian A.

Beautiful place but some major issues
The house is gorgeous, the kids loved the rooms and the resort facilities. I would easily have given a 4 or even a 5 star overall rating if it wasn’t for the following: 1. Before booking I noticed a number of reviews mentioning the fridge not working properly. I made an enquiry about it was told there was no issue. When we got there however we quickly discovered the fridge was basically room temperature, and the freezer was only cold enough to store milk, drinks (we stored icecream and it all melted). This was really frustrating and meant we had to eat out every day/night as we couldn’t buy ingredients to cook without a functioning fridge to store them in. To their credit Lakeshores did offer to try and get a technician to look at it during our stay, but I declined as we were in and out of the property and clearly the fridge has had this issue for quite a while and probably will only be resolved by being completely replaced. The fridge also had a strong odour coming from it - sort of like onion or body odour. I strongly suggest the owner replaces that fridge, and I would suggest potential tenants avoid booking the property until the fridge is replaced. 2. The stove top only had one burner working, and this one would sometimes turn off in the middle of a cook. A couple of smaller, less critical issues which I include for feedback for the owner: 1. The clothes dryer is new and functioning, but it seems that a previous tenant may have dried some clothes that had been soaked in lake water as it had a persistent “fishy” odour which could be smelt on the clothes/towels that we dried in it. The odour was not strong, but it was definitely there. I believe this can easily be solved. 4. Some lightbulbs need replacing in a few areas of the house. Other than this, it was a wonderful property that we would return to in a heartbeat and would recommend to others if it wasn’t for the issues mentioned above. Hope the owner takes the feedback on board and replaces that fridge, and fixes the stove as these are the two main issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Heydi P., Canberra, ACT

Liked: Cleanliness
Family winter getaway
Property is spacious and comfortable. Kitchen may be better equipped, house is clean although outdoor areas can do with a bit of tidy up. Fridge does not work, I rang to inform ppty mngr and was told fridge had been checked by cleaners and ppty management previously and works fine, was given instructions about the temperature to leave on to make it work but it does not do anything. Had to store all food in freezer for 3 days just to avoid things going off, luckily it wasn’t summer. Clothes dryer does not work either. Only realised this on our last day so didn’t call management to advise of this, hopefully they can replace these things for future residents. Overall, we had a nice stay, the area is quite and there’s lots of nice places to eat. The residents at the resort are friendly and the resort is beautifully looked after. The girls at the Rafferty resort’s reception are really helpful and friendly. Facilities are awesome with 4 pools (one heated) and several tennis courts, as well as a playground, bbq area and lots of areas to go for walks and cycle. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was perfect for our extended weekend getaway
Except for the fridge and freezer not working everything else was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Naomi B.

Girls weekend
We enjoyed our stay although there were a couple of hiccups, the main one being that the fridge did not chill our food or drinks. When reported we were told there was no fault and the fridge was in working order. The fridge was intact not cool on arrival and all our food and drinks were almost warm to touch after a 24hr period of being placed in the fridge. We had dispose of well over $150 worth of food, then spend more money to replace what had gone bad. We were offered a 5% discount on our next stay which unfortunately will not cover the costs of the money we are out of pocket, which was a little disappointing. Other then that we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tegan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway
Such a great little getaway. The entire booking process was simple and easy. The property was clean and the beds were so comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021