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By the Beach across from Catherine Hill Bay

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Beach
TV, fireplace, books
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Beach
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Catherine Hill Bay, New South Wales
  • Place, Catherine Hill Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghosties Beach
    ‪31 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonee Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the area

Newcastle

With a stay at this vacation home in Newcastle (Catherine Hill Bay), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Macquarie and Catherine Hill Beach. .This vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Moonee Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area.
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What's nearby

  • Catherine Hill Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Moonee Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Newcastle - 41 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 45 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 17 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nords Wharf Trading Post - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Matt’s Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬10 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.

By the Beach across from Catherine Hill Bay

Discover a slice of history with our beautifully renovated former Post Office, a hidden gem built in 1904. This charming property has been lovingly restored, maintaining its original clapboard walls and timber floors while providing all the modern comforts for a relaxing beachside escape. Just steps from the golden sands of Catherine Hill Bay, this character-filled home is perfect for families, couples, or friends seeking a coastal getaway with a touch of heritage charm.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 6 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 13 lbs per pet)

Note from host: Outdoor dog-friendly only.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property registration number PID-STRA-19308

Property is also known as

By The Beach @ Catho

By the Beach at Catho Wifi Across From the Beach

By the Beach at Catho * wifi * across from the beach

By the Beach at Catho * wifi * across from the beach Newcastle

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By the Beach across from Catherine Hill Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a really relaxing place to stay- we loved the verandah’s. Plenty of room for everyone. The beach is literally steps from the front door across the road.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natasha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tash

Lovely house in fabulous location, well set up and great fire pit in the back yard to hang out with family and chat x
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect family weekend away

We loved our weekend at 'By The Beach at Catho'. Our teenagers enjoyed walking across the road to go spear fishing each day. We took long walks on the beach and spent time as a family sitting around on the back deck. The outdoor shower was super handy and the hammock was heavily fought over. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Quaetapo, Sydney

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a property By the Beach at Catho is. With its location directly opposite the beach, it is the perfect spot for a beach holiday. The house is well-appointed and filled with charm. We experienced the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation. The house itself is one of the better-appointed accommodations, with everything you need to cook, entertain and enjoy the space. Other conveniences, such as great internet, a good-sized TV, games and plenty of spaces to enjoy were appreciated. Catherine Hill Bay and the surrounds doesn’t have a lot of eating out options, but there’s a terrific seafood market in Swansea and once you’ve got your supplies, you don’t need to go elsewhere. It’s a self-contained holiday space. The house was clean, linen comfortable and plenty of towels to see the week through.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Luke H.

Liked: Cleanliness

great place

great historic property across the road from the beach - really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place!

Such a great place to stay - great location and very homely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic beach house right across the from the beach!

This is the third time we have stayed here and it is a fabulous house just across the rd from the beach. Beautiful back garden with deck and perfect for sundowners! Comfy beds and a super efficient fireplace for those chilly winter nights. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nadia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house and location

We had a beautiful weekend at By The Beach at Catho. We found the house very clean and comfortable and the location is just perfect. Beautiful sun drenched backyard and deck to sit and relax. Really recommend staying there. Just beautiful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019