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The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready

Vacation home in Newcastle with kitchen and balcony

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Beach
Property grounds
Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services
The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready

Settle into The Sanctuary, a spacious Hampton-style beach house in Catherine Hill Bay, steps from Lake Macquarie’s stunning coastline, and just a short walk to Moonee and Ghosties beaches and a short drive to Catherine Hill Bay and Caves Beach.

Designed for relaxing family getaways and group stays, this four-bedroom holiday rental blends contemporary style with everyday comfort, close to beaches, coastal walks, and village history.

The fenced backyard is pet friendly for outdoor dogs only, with an undercover area for shade and shelter. A cot and high chair are provided

Explore pristine beaches, scenic walks, and the heritage-listed village, then return to your private sanctuary.

The Sanctuary unfolds across two spacious levels with three separate living areas, all styled with stunning coastal décor and filled with natural light.
Downstairs you will find sliding doors that open to a large backyard and an undercover deck, ideal for relaxed dinners and late evening BBQs. There are two living areas on this level. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with gourmet kitchen, butlers pantry and a front balcony that is perfect for watching the sunrise with a quiet coffee before the day begins.

Everything feels fresh, relaxed, and coastal, so you can drop your bags and switch to holiday mode.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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-9005, 2281

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About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Catherine Hill Bay, a neighborhood in Newcastle. Belmont Golf Course and Magenta Shores Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Moonee Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 17 min drive - 14.6 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 35 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 42 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Matt’s Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmiths Take Away - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪8 at Trinity - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready located?

Located in Catherine Hill Bay, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Moonee Beach and Catherine Hill Beach. Ghosties Beach and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Sanctuary - Hampton-style beach house, pet friendly, family ready Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

wael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved staying there very relaxing and peaceful stay.

Wouldn't think twice if I'd rent to stay in this property. Very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Tatiana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

This house is lovely, everything you need and very spacious with lots of room for a large family. Area is very quiet and is a perfect 'beach' holiday, very relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ray L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Modern home

Home was modern and my family loved the feel of the neighbourhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

SAE YEON K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very satisfied stay

looks like the suburb is new and all neighborhood including one we stayed were newly built house. Very clean and cozy area and roads to Cathernine Hill Bay from Sydney was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T., Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

What a relaxing and beautiful property. It had all the comforts of a real home. The balcony and light breeze on a sunny day was delightful. Spacious and very well decorated, it was a real treat to stay here. Close to beach and only a few mins drive to shops. Beds were comfortable and all amenities were great and new(ish). We absolutely all loved the stay and would definitely return! Dogs loved the backyard too.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Illaroo

Beautiful, well appointed home which was easy to find. The new estate lacks personality which is found down in the old area of Catherine Hill Bay but beaches are close and the Catho Pub is walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Illaroo

Stay was good, there was not enough toilet paper for our stay which was bothersome. The hot water also ran out very quickly so for four of us to shower it was difficult and we had cold showers. Otherwise stay was comfortable and location is great. Love the balcony! Maybe some heaters on the balcony for the winter months :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020