Illawong Nord's Wharf

Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
4.7 / 5.0
Outstanding(53 Ratings)

House 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 essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

IF YOU ARE SOMEONE WHO DOES NOT READ TO THE END BE SURE TO SEE THE NOTE ABOUT LINEN* BELOW (SORRY TO SHOUT BUT PEOPLE SOMEHOW STILL MANAGE TO MISS THIS DETAIL).

Illawong is an old family holiday house with absolute water frontage on Lake Macquarie. It has a panoramic north facing view which provides a spectacular setting year-round for relaxing by the water. It has its own jetty. The house has three bedrooms and a bathroom on the air-conditioned upper level. Each bedroom has two single beds. Note in the photos two of the single beds in one room are pushed together to make what might look like a double or queen-sized bed but that actually equates to a king-sized bed. This can also be done in a second bedroom. They are easily separated if desired, hence the listing as single beds. There is an optional linen service* (see below). On the middle level there is large living area opening onto a full width deck overlooking the lake. The kitchen and main bathroom are on this level. There is a bath. There is a huge DVD library and Lego with a Lego table. There is Wi-Fi. On the lakeside level are the laundry and barbecue facilities, including a paddle ski and small canoe. The house is on a large garden block and is adjacent to a grassy reserve and the Nord's Wharf itself. The garage is not available for use but there is plenty of parking. Trailered watercraft can be launched at boat ramps at south Nords Wharf or at Cams Wharf. Mooring of boats to the jetty overnight is not permitted due to the risk of unpredictable changes in the weather resulting in damage to both. The town of Nord's Wharf is a quite lakeside village. The Nords Wharf Trading Post cafe and general store is just a stroll down the road. It is 10 -15 minutes' drive to Catherine Hill Bay beach, Caves Beach and Swansea.

Please note this is not a 5-star resort. Is not even a 3-star motel. We think it is fantastic and a great relaxing family get-away but some people have come with unrealistic expectations, been disappointed and complained. The house is regularly and thoroughly cleaned at considerable expense, but if you are not able to cope with the odd daddy long legs or ant etc, or you expect The Block style furnishings and styling, this is not the place for you. However, we do try hard to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible - we like to think of it more as a share house than a rental, and as such appreciate guests taking some care with the property e.g. not trashing the carpet, putting the watercraft away after use (it's not Club Med either) etc.

Sorry, no pets. Maximum 6 people. No party weekends due to the quiet residential location.

*NOTE THERE IS AN OPTIONAL LINEN SERVICE comprising bed sheets, pillowcases and bath towels if you would prefer not to BYO. (Blankets and pillows are provided). But it costs a considerable $160 for 2 people, $175 for 4 people and $190 for 6 people even though it is billed at less than cost price (the cleaners charge me min 2 hrs to go and make up the beds (=$99), plus and extra hour to strip the beds and take the linen to the commercial laudromat (=$49) plus the laundromat fees ($17 per load). Nonetheless, having this as an opt-in alternative keep the tariffs down for those people who are prepared to BYO, which is most as it turns out. If you would like to avail yourself of this service please be sure to put it in the comments, preferably at the time of booking.

Check in time is 3 pm; check out is 10 am.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

4.7 / 5.0
Outstanding(53 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
Beautiful location with lake access, well-equipped house, and stunning views. Great for relaxing, fishing, and family gatherings. Highly recommended!
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4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2024
We came to town for a wedding nearby. Disappointed we didn't get to spend more time at the house. The view was amazing and with great access to the lake water sports were very enticing. The house was exactly as described, would love to come back for another stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
Weve stayed here before never dissapoints . One suggestion bedroom window facing the waterfront to have a screen as mosquitos and bugs filled the room during the night other than that 10/10!
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Aug 2024
Like: location, breathtaking views, spacious, communication, amenities Improvement scope: this place needs deep cleaning/ paints. Between 2 group of guests need a good clean including the utensils. Good amount of bugs, which should be treated. downstairs toilet needs fixing ( it takes a long time to fill up the tank for flushing) Overall it is a great holiday house and we enjoyed our stay. Good amount of bugs, can be treated
5.0 / 5.0
Mar 2024
Stunning location with lake access, large house with all amenities we needed - thanks for having us!
1.0 / 5.0
star 2 emptystar 3 emptystar 4 emptystar 5 empty
Jan 2024
When we opened the front door, we were confronted with the smell of prawns I messaged the owner he did ring immediately. I investigated while I had him on the phone and found that below the crispers in the fridge. There was a caramel colour liquid which he kindly asked if I would clean this up and I did he offered to refund one nights accommodation.. he actually refunded me $100 that is not one nights accommodation at this property Unfortunately it didn’t stop there. The bath tub would not drain after further investigation. There was so much hair in the drain. It was quite a process to pull it up. I have photos to prove this I managed to get about 8 inches of thick black mattered hair out of the drain But not only did it still not drain well very slowly but unfortunately there was a very strange brownish red something coming back up into the bath. The only way we were willing to shower was to put the plug in the bath at the same time, and unfortunately every time the shower was used the entire bathroom floor Became covered in one to 2 inches deep of water that stayed for many hours. There was no drain on the bathroom floor. This would be incredibly dangerous if you had anyone inclined to slip and was also really gross. Clearly, a plumbing problem that needs to be addressed And the cleaner is not doing their job Great location, great view Bathroom, disgusting And unfortunately we left all the doors and windows open all the time because the smell of prawns did not leave
5.0 / 5.0
Dec 2023
The property is centrally located close to various beaches, fishing areas and towns. The house is well equipped including books and games for young and old. The position is amazing that overlooks the water which induces relaxation....A most enjoyable experience. Sargon Makko
5.0 / 5.0
Nov 2023
We had a great stay at Illawong house! I was there with 4 other friends for our annually trip and we had a blast. The place has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable weekend. We used the kayaks to go into the lake, we had a few swims, we enjoyed the card and board games available in the house, we had a barbecue by the lake. Beds were comfy, kitchen well equipped. It's a 5 stars for everything, except cleanliness - the house charges a fee for linen, which I only noticed a few days prior because the manager told me. And that was totally fine, except that the fee was high and the bed linen smelled a bit like mold. It didn't spoil our weekend at all, but I'd advise guests to be aware of it and warn the manager earlier if you need linen - giving the benefit of doubt, maybe it was a matter of not enough time to give a good wash? Yet, we had an amazing stay and will definitely recommend this place. Overall 5 stars!
5.0 / 5.0
Nov 2023
We enjoyed our stay, nice house.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake Macquarie?

The average price for a rental in Lake Macquarie is $259 per night. This rental is $68 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Illawong Nord's Wharf. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Illawong Nord's Wharf pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Illawong Nord's Wharf?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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