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Life's a Merewether Beach

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Merewether, NSW
  • Merewether Beach
    6 min walk
  • Ridge Street Takeaway
    2 min walk
  • Newcastle Interchange Station
    7 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)
    25 min drive

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About the area

Newcastle

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Merewether Beach and Bathers Way Trailhead. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a Smart TV and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Merewether holiday home include Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie.
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What's nearby

  • Merewether Beach - 6 min walk
  • Merewether Ocean Baths - 8 min walk
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 5 min drive
  • Newcastle Beach - 5 min drive
  • John Hunter Hospital - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Newcastle Interchange Station - 7 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HuBro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Prince of Merewether - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Beach Hotel Merewether - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mary Ellen Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dixon Park Surf Club - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Life's a Merewether Beach

200 metres and you're at one of the best beaches in Australia. The Merewether Ocean Baths beckon those with small children or those who wish to do a few laps. With the Beaches Hotel and The Merewether Surf House across the road, you couldn't ask for a better location for a getaway. Within easy distance to Darby Street, The Junction and the Supercar track, Life's a Merewether Beach!

The space

This three bedroom townhouse has all the amenities required for a comfortable stay for the family, a group of friends or singles. Two bedrooms and the main bathroom with separate toilet are located downstairs as well as the laundry with direct access to the garage. A porta cot and high chair are available if required.

Walk up the internal stairway to the main living area, kitchen, dining and the large main bedroom with an ensuite and separate toilet. Off the bedroom is also a study with a desk and wardrobes for those who have a longer stay. There is a separate toilet on this level so is very convenient.

The kitchen is fully stocked with appliances in case you want to cook up a storm.

After a day at the beach relax on the balcony with a glass of your favourite beverage be it a coffee, tea, a fragrant Hunter Valley wine or a boutique beer from Port Stephens.

Make sure to connect to the internet so that you can stay in touch with your friends and family or even continue with your business dealings. Turn on the TV so you don't miss those vital episodes of your favourite shows.

Have a long hot shower or relax in the bath before having a nap. Dinner choices are extensive being within easy walking distance to The Junction or catch a taxi/uber to Darby Street (about a half hour walk).

Through the day, take a leisurely walk to Merewether Beach and follow the path to The Newcastle Memorial Walk. From this vantage point, take your binoculars to spot the whales during their migration season from June to November. On any Sunday, walk a bit further around to Nobby's to visit the Lighthouse or walk along the breakwater to watch how the tugs and the pilot (look for the helicopter) manoeuvre these huge tankers through the harbour to their birthing spot. It's almost like you could touch them.

Walk to Dixon Park Beach and take a picnic. The playground is fantastic and great if you have a ball or Frisbee with lots of green spaces.

Enjoy your stay!

Guest access
Please do not park in the driveway as this provides access to the back property.

Other things to note:

Kitchen contains basic items for guests (tea, coffee, toilet paper etc). Milk is not supplied as everyone's preferences these days is different. These items will not be replenished during your stay. There are shops close by for you to be able to purchase items from. .

**No pool/beach towels are supplied. You will need to bring your own.

There is construction happening directly across the road from the property.

Please ensure that all guests read & understand the NSW Code of Conduct for Short Term Rentals.

Property manager

BNBCARE - Sally-Anne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside or outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
  • Note from host: No Pets allowed. Property not set up for pets.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There is a flight of stairs and no gate.

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 Parties/Events or Commercial Uses
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 deadlock
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 Parties/Events or Commercial Uses For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-13233, 2291

Property is also known as

Life's A Merewether Newcastle
Life's a Merewether Beach Newcastle
Life's a Merewether Beach Private vacation home
Life's a Merewether Beach Private vacation home Newcastle

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Life's a Merewether Beach?

Yep, Life's a Merewether Beach is a short 6-minute walk from Merewether Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and windsurfing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Life's a Merewether Beach have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Life's a Merewether Beach?

No, Life's a Merewether Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Life's a Merewether Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Life's a Merewether Beach?

No, pets are not allowed.

Life's a Merewether Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bree M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location for the beach & pub
This place is neat and its location is fantastic in close proximity to the beach cafes and the pub. Keep in mind that there is noise from the pub across the road. It didn’t bother us. There were a few small things that could be improved in comparison to other short stay accommodation such as shampoo & conditioner, pegs for the clothes line and better quality sheets.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

linda s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
As advertised. Conveniently located. A few issues out of control of property manager (no power to house on check in and also faulty fridge)..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life’s a beach
Fantastic stay at a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine
Clean and in good condition. Other friends visited us and would like to stay there some time in the future
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Judith F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean vibes
Fantastic location with the beach at your doorstep. Breakfast, lunch and dinner a two minute walk away. Perfect for our group of friends but certainly a family would love and enjoy the location to the beach and ocean baths.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to everything
Very handy to beach and food. Nice space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic S., Newcastle, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Fast and speedy communication with host. You’ll hear a touch of noise from The Beaches on Friday and Saturday night but nothing to worry about, would stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for a beach holiday
I loved my stay at this property. Across the road from the Surfhouse restaurant which was handy for dinner and breakfast. Our only issue was that the ceiling fans didn't work in the bedrooms. Maybe the batteries needed changing in the remote, otherwise everything was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristie D., Hunter valley

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and home
Great location, close to beach, restaurants we enjoy our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding Weekend
Lovely property close to the wedding reception (Merewether surfhouse). Within walking distance of all our venues
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location and excellent property.
We really enjoyed our stay at the property. Comfortable beds, great bathrooms and kitchen was well equipped. We loved how close it was to the beach and to cafes/restaurants. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, great location. 2min walk to pub, beach & restaurants. Off street parking a bonus. Would stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Frazer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to beach
For us this accommodation could not have been better as it was so close to the surf house. The beach walks were just lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Well presented comfortable house in a very convenient location. Spacious with very comfy beds. Good views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location
Water views and great access to beach and walking path. The house is comfortable, clean and close to shops - everything you need for a fun weekend away with friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

PENELOPE B.

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing and convenient
Only a short stay, but we were able to make full use of proximity to beaches and lovely food outlets. The amenities were generous and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merewether Beach
Great location, good townhouse. main issue we found that the main bedroom upstairs was very hot in February. Had a fan but A/c in the bedroom would help. There is A/c in the living area but this doesn't get into the bedroom. Overall good place for a family holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very happy with our stay, would recommend
We were very pleased with property in every way. Only issue could do with full length mirror down stairs other than bathroom one. Other wise perfect. We were disappointed with boys who were in other rental. They were still partying at 4.30am and kept us awake in upstairs bedroom.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, well appointed property and convenient location .
Great location - clean and well appointed property. Close to the beach and great cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at Merewether
Wonderful property ideally suited for families. Close to beach and everything else you need. Will certainly be returning.

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Liked: Cleanliness
great for family
excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Robyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion beachside
The townhouse is excellently located across the road from Merewether Beach with easy access to Newcastle’s beautiful coastal walk, beaches & memorial walk. The property is comfortable & perfect for our family get together. The external presentation could be improved- front gate is missing a paling, front door mat completely worn out , lawn overgrown & garden beds need weeding. While not impacting our stay, attention to these details would enhance the overall rating.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020