CLEARVIEW: A feel-good, sunny, north-facing waterfront lake house with jetty
Cottage in Lake Macquarie
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this cottage rental
EDIT: We do NOT tolerate property damage. STAYZ provide a $500 (flat fee) report property damage facility for owners. Please be aware before booking, that thorough inspections are carried out at Clearview Cottage immediately upon departure. If damage is found we will utilise the STAYZ report damage feature.
Recently renovated, freshly painted with new furniture and blinds throughout. Clearview Cottage is a self-contained, relaxing, quiet lake house with absolute water frontage and shared jetty. Ideal for couples and families for a weekend escape or longer.
Bookings are limited to a minimum of 2 nights off-peak, 3 nights on public holiday weekends and 5 nights during peak (school holiday periods).
Early check-in of 10am. Check-out is at 11am.
We supply doonas, pillows and blankets AND NOW also supply sheets and bath towels.
(Please ensure you confirm accurate numbers of guests and sleeping configuration upon booking for adequate provision of freshly made beds and supplied towels).
Sorry, pets are NOT permitted and there is no smoking within the cottage.
We supply complimentary tea/coffee/sugar/milk/biscuits & some basic pantry items.
Clearview Cottage is located at Sunshine on the southern shores of Lake Macquarie (near Morisset, NSW), just 70 minutes easy drive on the M1 expressway north from Hornsby.
Clearview is a testament that the very first holiday houses on the Lake acquired the best waterfront locations and is positioned forward of other houses giving you a unrestricted 180-degree views.
The cottage is elevated and takes advantage of the outstanding open water outlook with the living, dining and kitchen areas all overlooking the lake through tinted windows.
Clearview is simply furnished yet very comfortable, capable of sleeping a maximum of 6 people with TWO bedrooms, both with brand new queen sized beds. There are also 2 single beds provided.
There is a fully-fitted kitchen with all the homely inclusions, sensor lighting, a wired smoke alarm, ceiling fans in all sleep quarters, a bath-shower combo with toilet and another separate toilet.
There are two generous size decks covering approx 30+ square metres, with regulation-height safety fence with a gate at stairs.
We provide FREE WiFi, 2 x TV's (1 large Smart TV in the living room & 1 digital TV in the main bedroom) and a blu-ray DVD player (with a selection of discs). We have also recently converted the boat shed into another chill out space closer still to the water's edge.
Driveway is long enough to house car and boat trailer. Boat launch is conveniently within the reserve located by the South Lake Macquarie Sailing Club just 300m away at the opposite end of Sunshine Parade.
The boat launch also includes provision for cleaning fish near the boat ramp, an undercover electric barbeque, a great shady space to kick a ball and some fun kids play equipment. There is also a good walking track at the end of the play area, a 30 minute walk will take you to a lookout on the northern tip of the bay.
A convenient shopping centre is just a 5-minute drive away with Coles, take-away, chemist, post office, bottle shop with bistro, cafes and variety of other shops and services.
Clearview is just 45 minutes from the renowned Hunter Valley Wine District. Relaxing on a deck with a glass or two after a day out, watching the yachts glide by or after dinner checking out the Milky Way is indeed memorable.
We hope you enjoy this idyllic spot as much as we do.
Recently renovated, freshly painted with new furniture and blinds throughout. Clearview Cottage is a self-contained, relaxing, quiet lake house with absolute water frontage and shared jetty. Ideal for couples and families for a weekend escape or longer.
Bookings are limited to a minimum of 2 nights off-peak, 3 nights on public holiday weekends and 5 nights during peak (school holiday periods).
Early check-in of 10am. Check-out is at 11am.
We supply doonas, pillows and blankets AND NOW also supply sheets and bath towels.
(Please ensure you confirm accurate numbers of guests and sleeping configuration upon booking for adequate provision of freshly made beds and supplied towels).
Sorry, pets are NOT permitted and there is no smoking within the cottage.
We supply complimentary tea/coffee/sugar/milk/biscuits & some basic pantry items.
Clearview Cottage is located at Sunshine on the southern shores of Lake Macquarie (near Morisset, NSW), just 70 minutes easy drive on the M1 expressway north from Hornsby.
Clearview is a testament that the very first holiday houses on the Lake acquired the best waterfront locations and is positioned forward of other houses giving you a unrestricted 180-degree views.
The cottage is elevated and takes advantage of the outstanding open water outlook with the living, dining and kitchen areas all overlooking the lake through tinted windows.
Clearview is simply furnished yet very comfortable, capable of sleeping a maximum of 6 people with TWO bedrooms, both with brand new queen sized beds. There are also 2 single beds provided.
There is a fully-fitted kitchen with all the homely inclusions, sensor lighting, a wired smoke alarm, ceiling fans in all sleep quarters, a bath-shower combo with toilet and another separate toilet.
There are two generous size decks covering approx 30+ square metres, with regulation-height safety fence with a gate at stairs.
We provide FREE WiFi, 2 x TV's (1 large Smart TV in the living room & 1 digital TV in the main bedroom) and a blu-ray DVD player (with a selection of discs). We have also recently converted the boat shed into another chill out space closer still to the water's edge.
Driveway is long enough to house car and boat trailer. Boat launch is conveniently within the reserve located by the South Lake Macquarie Sailing Club just 300m away at the opposite end of Sunshine Parade.
The boat launch also includes provision for cleaning fish near the boat ramp, an undercover electric barbeque, a great shady space to kick a ball and some fun kids play equipment. There is also a good walking track at the end of the play area, a 30 minute walk will take you to a lookout on the northern tip of the bay.
A convenient shopping centre is just a 5-minute drive away with Coles, take-away, chemist, post office, bottle shop with bistro, cafes and variety of other shops and services.
Clearview is just 45 minutes from the renowned Hunter Valley Wine District. Relaxing on a deck with a glass or two after a day out, watching the yachts glide by or after dinner checking out the Milky Way is indeed memorable.
We hope you enjoy this idyllic spot as much as we do.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Lake Macquarie
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Reviews
Summary of reviews
Perfect cottages with stunning views, comfortable amenities, and peaceful surroundings. Ideal for relaxation, fishing, and family getaways.
10.0
This is my third time staying at Clearview cottage. It’s my go to place for a quick getaway from Sydney.
The cottage is cosy and charming and the views and access to the lake is spectacular. Many beautiful memories have been made here. Thank you ☺️
10.0
Loved staying in this cottage. Beds were comfortable and kitchen well stocked including nice wine glasses. The nature reserve at the end of the street is amazing along with a kiddies playground. Very peaceful and relaxing stay which is what we were looking for.
A large shopping centre only 5 minutes drive away. Would high recommend !!
10.0
We enjoyed our short break at the cottage, relaxing boveetoverlooking the lake. We will be coming back the lake. We will
10.0
What a gorgeous cottage sitting right by the lakeside . The accommodation was exactly as described. Facilities were terrific with 2 separate bedrooms plus extra 2 singles if needed. Lovely family area including kitchen with everything you need opening up onto the deck for early morning coffee watching the sun rise. Easy access which was beneficial as we had elderly in-laws with us. Bonnells Bay was only 4 minutes drive for groceries. Perfect location.
10.0
The whole family enjoyed the stay. Cottage was clean and a great weekend getaway, home away home. Have everything you need. Definitely will come back again.
10.0
Neat
Clean
Tidy
We felt like we were in a painting
Perfcet
10.0
Cut short by other demands but very relaxing visit thankd
10.0
After working for the last 18 months in the most stressful contract role ive ever had, i was in dire need of a getaway that would bring me back to baseline, something that would sooth the difficult experience id had. This was it.
Even upon driving into the street and seeing the vastness of the lake, i immediately felt my blood pressure drop and new then i had made the right choice in a holiday home.
In just 1 & 1/2 hours drive from the absolute mania of life in Sydney city, we'd found an oasis of calm and serenity i hadn't thought possible, without having booked into some specialist retreat.
The cottage is quaint, full of charm and without question the closest home to the waterfront. The property was beautifully clean on our arrival, and while the bathroom may appear a bit dated, i promise you wont be disappointed by both the strength of the water pressure and the penetrating heat of the water system - truly ive travelled the world and can safely say, this is the best shower ive had in a long time.
Be prepared for birdlife to visit you on the balcony, and while we attempted fishing from the shore, and had a few bites....the fish were smarter than us on this occasion.
We have promised ourselves to visit this property again in the future, perhaps in the warmer months, albeit we enjoyed our winter stay aswell. There is a nice big tv and heating provided, although if there's anything on my wishlist, i could see that a gas/electric fireplace would suit the living area spot on
10.0
The cottage is perfect. Just right for our family
10.0
This is our second stay here. The cottage is clean, charming and very homey but the highlight is the absolute uninterrupted view of the magnificent lake and the access to the lake. which I enjoyed a swim in. Such a special place.
10.0
So relaxing sitting on the verandah watching the water and wildlife.
10.0
The property is well maintained, the owners leave you lots of extras to use, comfortable, quiet, easy to locate and you could fish from the balcony.
10.0
This little gem is a favourite to us we go yearly,
Very clean , it has all been fitted out with new furniture, wifi, and a new linen service .
It has everything you need, great hosts lovely people ,can’t wait to return you won’t be disappointed highly recommend clearview cottage. Very peaceful
10.0
Perfect spot for a quiet time away from life’s business catching up with friends. All the conveniences of home with a sparkling view.
10.0
This beautiful cottage has everything you need. The hosts have thought about every detail which makes it a home away from home but with spectacular views of the bay right from the Kitchen, dining and lounge rooms and the back veranda. Such a special place!
10.0
We loved Clearwater Cottage - had everything we needed and just felt so peaceful and calm. The deck is stunning - you can't get much closer to the water and you could just sit and watch what was happening around you - a stingray visit, flying fish, kayakers, a few boats passing by, the lapping water sending you to sleep....
We took inflatable kayaks which made it even better - a sunrise kayak is a definite must to watch the sunrise over the glassy waters. Perfect.
Will be back!!! Thank you to the owners for sharing this little gem.
10.0
perfect week for a national sailing championship at SLMASC. 500m up the road.
10.0
A lovely, comfortable cottage right on the lake.
We enjoyed the cool water breezes even on a couple of very hot days, sitting on the verandah and gazing out at restful water, pretty boats and a wide ever-changing sky.
Thankyou for a lovely place to rest, replenish and re-charge!
10.0
Been coming to sunshine for over 10 yrs.a great family friendly cottage.everyone always has a great experience
10.0
Very clean and comfortable home in a great location. Nothing better than sitting on back deck watching the water and boats. Park just down the road was lovely for an afternoon walk. Will be back again, this was our second visit.
10.0
Such a wonderful place to stay, even if it was just 3 days and 2 nights, to relax and destress. Fishing was just outside the back door, kids were able to wade and play just at the edge of the lake for safety, different birds coming and going, and the peaceful vibe of the whole area just resonates within you. Here’s hoping we can come back again next year!
10.0
Some friends, my partner and I had the pleasure of staying at Clearview Cottage in Sunshine recently, though we booked during some rainy weather we still enjoyed our time at the property. Water lapping at the back door close enough to wet a line from the back porch, we enjoyed watching some of the local bird life and people play on and around the water. The property was clean and appeared well maintained and is in such a beautiful spot on the lake!
Shops and eateries are a little distance away which we didnt mind a short drive. National Parks only a short drive also!
Would easily stay here again
10.0
Comfortable, Fabulous View,
Peaceful . It was a good base for visiting the area.
Interesting birds. The first morning, 4 magpies and a Rainbow lorrikeet appeared on the balcony.
We plan to return.
10.0
We had a lovely time relaxing here.
Beautiful quiet location on the lake. Perfect for kids to paddle around, fish and picnic in the sun. Loved sitting on the deck overlooking the lake.
The boatshed was a hit with the kids to hang out in also.
Great place!
10.0
Really enjoyed our stay here was absolutely sensational with beautiful views of the lake
Jetty was a bonus for fishing with the kids
10.0
good clean and quiet
8.0
The view FANTASTIC, but it was moderate clean, the mattresses were awful, there was no WiFi in-spite of it was in the listing, the iron didn’t work too and overall it’s not a clean place.
But overall we enjoyed a lot, the view, neighbourhood were very good and relaxing, thank you anyway.
10.0
What a lovely little cottage set on the beautiful shores of Lake Macquarie with absolute water frontage. Stunning views, plenty of room, super comfortable with everything you need. We had a fantastic weekend and will stay here again for sure!
10.0
Just what we needed👌
10.0
This place is unreal, absolutely perfect for the family who love fishing and kayaking. To have the water at your doorstep and the use of a jetty was too easy . The house was as described and we can’t wait to have another holiday here , perfect getaway place
10.0
Such a beautiful location view from property absolutely amazing! Quiet and peaceful way to enjoy a weekend away! Will be back for sure!!
6.0
great outlook and position,but property needs an overhaul, and needed airing badly before we arrived, curtains in kitchen also need a good wash
10.0
Quite and peaceful location with a stunning view. We loved kayaking on Lake Macquarie and enjoying a drink on the deck at the end of the day. We’d love to go back.
10.0
Fun family getaway
10.0
This was our second stay at Clearview. The property is directly at the water, with a jetty and boat shed (to be used as an additional play or relax area). Perfect if you are interested in some fishing! Although it was early January during school holidays, it was quiet all around us, just what we were hoping for. We were pleasantly surprised by some updates to the living and dining area, and it was super easy to communicate with the hosts. We hope to be back soon!
10.0
A beautiful stay in a beautiful view location, we had a week of a relaxing and very enjoyable time, we did kayaking and paddle boarding with lots of intention to do fishing but finding that relax too much so the fishes were spared, love the place can’t wait to go again. Will definitely be back
10.0
Great weekend!
8.0
Loved the early access and the late checkout to the property.
8.0
Early check in is great, we can spend more time there! Location is amazing.
10.0
Went up there for a fishing trip and totally enjoyed ourselves. Have stayed here previously and will definitely be back again.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Lake Macquarie?
The average price for a rental in Lake Macquarie is $414 per night. This rental is $166 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at CLEARVIEW: A feel-good, sunny, north-facing waterfront lake house with jetty. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is CLEARVIEW: A feel-good, sunny, north-facing waterfront lake house with jetty pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at CLEARVIEW: A feel-good, sunny, north-facing waterfront lake house with jetty?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.
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