Stay a While at Murrays Beach Retreat

Welcome to your perfect coastal escape! This inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is ideal for families, couples, or groups seeking a relaxing getaway with all the comforts of home. With two convenient parking spaces, a fully enclosed yard for kids and pets to play, and access to a sparkling resort-style pool, this property is the ultimate blend of comfort and lifestyle. Located just minutes from the stunning Cams Wharf boat ramp and the serene Lake Macquarie foreshore, your days can be filled with water adventures, peaceful walks, or leisurely afternoons by the lake.

Enjoy the convenience of having the newly opened Rafferty’s Tavern within strolling distance—perfect for a relaxed meal or sunset drink. Swansea’s vibrant town center is only five minutes away, offering supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, clubs, and essential services like doctors, Australia Post, and a public library. Whether you’re traveling with little ones, bringing your four-legged friends, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, this home ticks every box. Just a short drive from the Central Coast or Sydney, this is a place where you can unwind, reconnect, and enjoy the space, tranquillity, and charm of true lakeside living. The grounds also feature a restaurant, outdoor play areas, a residents-only pool, and BBQ facilities.

Just a couple of minutes from Cams Wharf’s popular public boat ramp and beautiful lake foreshore—and with Rafferty’s Resort’s new tavern now open and welcoming locals just a short stroll from home—this is a lifestyle location ideal for retirees, young families, professionals, and weekender buyers alike. Located in the beautiful leafy hamlet of Murrays Beach, just an hour north of Hornsby, this home sits on the shores of Lake Macquarie, the largest saltwater lake in the Southern Hemisphere. Surrounded by pristine beaches, including Catherine Hill Bay, Caves Beach, and Blacksmiths (all less than 10 minutes away), and with Newcastle only 30 minutes up the road, the area offers the perfect balance of convenience and coastal charm. Swansea’s supermarkets, cafes, clubs, and a full suite of shops and services—including doctors, Australia Post, eateries, and a library—are just five minutes away, making this location ideal for all ages.

Bedroom Configuration:
* Master Bedroom: Queen Bed, ensuite, walk-in robe, ceiling fan (sleeps 2 guests)
* Bedroom 2: Queen Bed (sleeps 2 guests)
* Bedroom 3: Tri-bunk, double bed on bottom, single bed on top (sleeps 3 guests)
* Bedroom 4: Tri-bunk, double bed on bottom, single bed on top (sleeps 3 guests)
* Bedroom 5: Games Media / Guest Room: Sofa bed (sleeps 2 guests)
Note: The sofa bed is only available for 11+ guests with an additional cost.

Bathroom Configuration:
Bathroom 1 (En-suite): Shower, Bath, Toilet, Separate Toilet, Vanity
Bathroom 2: Shower, Toilet, Separate Toilet

Property Facilities:
Comfortable sofa and additional seating with Smart TV with Foxtel and Netflix
DVD or Blu-ray player
Free Wi-Fi
Fully equipped Kitchen with modern appliances
Deck with BBQ
Laundry facilities
2 secure garage spaces, Off-street parking for 4 cars, 1 boat space

Points of Interest:
220 m to Murrays Beach Playground
1,5 km to The Beach – Outdoor swimming pool
1,6 km to Murrays Beach Jetty
6,6 km to Split Rock
7,8 km to Sea Cave, Caves Beach

This home is in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood – no hens, bucks, or schoolies-style celebrations are permitted.

Relax at this peaceful, luxurious coastal retreat where family and friends can reconnect. Just 1 hour from Sydney’s North Shore and a short stroll to Rafferty’s Resort, you’ll enjoy easy access to a spectacular lakeside, local tavern with live music, and endless water activities. Whether you’re planning a quiet family escape or a relaxed bridal weekend, Murray’s Beach Retreat is the perfect destination for those moments that matter most.

Important note for party planners:
Unfortunately, this is not the property for you. This home is located in a quiet neighborhood, so a hens/bucks/schoolies type celebration is not appropriate. We can easily determine if the house rule of “No parties or events” is disrespected, and this means additional charges and/or eviction will apply, which everyone wants to avoid. If you are unsure, please enquire before booking.

How We Price: The booking price is based on a minimum number of guests. Any guests above this number are chargeable on a per person/per night rate. The system will automatically calculate the correct rate when you enter the required number of guests. Reductions in guest numbers are non-refundable.

Arrival Details: Access to the property is made easy for you. We will send you an access code just before 2 pm on your arrival day via SMS and you will use this code for the duration of your stay.

Pets Policy:
Pets are not allowed

Linen: 1 set of full bed linens and 1 bath towel per person are supplied. Guests may wish to bring extra towels depending on the length of their stay. Pool/Lake/Beach towels are BYO.
No Party Policy: All reservations operate under a Strict No-Party & Non-Excessive Noise Policy as prescribed in the NSW Short-Term Letting Legislation and Local Council Laws. This property is in a Residential Area. Failure to comply can put the security bond into jeopardy and may lead to police-assisted eviction and/or extra charges being levied. We hate to have to note this but the reality is that so far this year we have had to evict 3 groups for overstacking/bad/anti-social behavior.

Extra Guests / Visitors: The number of people nominated on your booking is the maximum number of people that are allowed to be on the property at any one time, including visitors. Visitors may be requested and if approved must be approved in writing with Weekenda staff. Simply put, if Mum and Dad want to come over for a BBQ then we are likely to approve. If 10 extra people want to stop by we are unlikely to approve, which could put your booking at risk. We will always try to be reasonable with reasonable people within property constraints and House Rules.

Cameras and Noise Monitoring: There are # external security cameras installed at this location presently but the owner reserves the right at any time to install additional external cameras at their discretion. Cameras are positioned to view X Y Z areas for external security monitoring only. All cameras are installed in line with local regulations. A noise monitoring device is installed – fines apply to guests found to have disconnected, removed or damaged the noise device. These devices are used to monitor and maintain ours and guests responsibilities under the NSW STR Code of Conduct.Cameras and Noise Monitoring: Please note that it is highly likely that we have installed a Wi-Fi Security Camera

Guest Registration / ID Check: Weekenda requires every guest to complete and sign an electronic guest registration prior to arrival which will ask for a photo ID i.e. a copy of your driver’s Licence or Passport. The primary booker will also be required to complete a list with the guest’s names and actual mobile numbers. In the event we are unable to reach the primary booker, it is very important we can get a hold of other guests. These documents will be deleted after your departure. Access Codes are only released to Registered and Verified Guests.

Insurance: As always, but ever so more due to recent times, we strongly encourage any holidaymakers to obtain a very inexpensive 3rd Party Domestic Travel Insurance Policy to cover you for all manners of matters which may restrict travel. This is particularly helpful for things like Hunter Valley Concert cancellations, Covid or Medical and Other Emergencies for which we don’t provide refunds, and anything which falls under our standard Terms & Conditions irrespective of the reason. We suggest reviewing policies with ‘Cover-More’ or ‘Travel Insurance Direct’ or ‘Insureandgo’

This property is managed by Weekenda, a licensed real estate. Weekenda staff are available 7 days a week to assist from your initial inquiry through to your departure and everything in between.
We look forward to having you stay with us.

STRA Permit ID: PID-STRA-79169