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Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage

Experience dreamy sunsets by the fire pit or unwind on your private rear deck amidst lush greenery. A perfect retreat for lazy days surrounded by nature.

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On the beach
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
TV, books, streaming services
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage

The house is surrounded by reserve with direct access to the waterfront. Take advantage of the tranquil setting and dreamy sunsets, perfect for swimming, fishing, walking and kayaking. It is also within walking distance to beaches, jetties, Soldiers Point Marina, restaurants, cafes and the local Bowling club.

Driftwood is a 10 minute walk to Bannisters restaurants, including the famous Rick Stein restaurant, café, pub and spa. Also nearby is Pearson Park, which has large, shaded grass areas, picnic tables, BBQ, toilets, playground and safe swimming at beautiful Sunset Beach. A ten minute walk to the Marina offers more restaurants, cafes, tennis courts, a playground and boat ramp. The Wanda shops are just 2.5kms away and offer a variety of shops, spas, cafes and restaurants.

The House –Driftwood is a beautifully refurbished waterfront cottage with direct water access and a 5 minute walk or paddle to beautiful Sunset Beach. The waterfront directly behind the house is the best position to enjoy the spectacular sunsets, complete with fire pit and a seating area. If you’d rather stay on the rear deck to enjoy the last rays, it is very well equipped with an outdoor kitchen with mini bar fridge, lounge and dining areas, gorgeous greenery and a gas BBQ, creating the perfect atmosphere for entertaining. Five bedrooms and three and a half baths, two lounge areas, and central ducted air-conditioning, will allow you to enjoy lazy days and beautiful sunsets. Smart TVs for the multiple living rooms accompanied with free Wi-Fi makes holidaying easier by connecting your streaming services.

Polished floorboards and a fully equipped gourmet kitchen will make catering for your family and friends sociable and a real pleasure. Our kitchen includes a large breakfast bar with seating for four, fridge/freezer combination, range oven and cooktop, microwave, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, sandwich press and a dishwasher.

The master Queen suite includes a spa bath overlooking the deck and garden, while bedroom two contains two King Singles. The third spacious bedroom is situated upstairs above the garage and has a Queen plus a day bed and trundle (which would suit two children). It also contains an ensuite bathroom and self contained kitchenette with fridge, toaster and kettle and a small table and chairs, an ideal parent or teenage retreat. Bedroom four and five are both equipped with Queen sized beds.

The garage is not for guests use, however there is parking available in front of the garage for four cars.

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ACCOMMODATES MAXIMUM 10 ADULTS and 2 children, total maximum guest 12.

LINEN & TOWELS ARE SUPPLIED and the beds are made with quality white linen for 12 guests.

BEDDING CONFIGURATION
OPTION 1: 4 Queen, 4 Single

Additional costs when booking:
Port-a-Cot $50 per booking with towel, linen and baby blanket hire.
Beach/pool towels are $8 per towel hire/ per booking.

BOND - $2000 refundable security deposit due 14 days prior to your arrival.

CANCELLATIONS - Booking Fee is not refundable ($100 to $140). Bookings made via 3rd party website will have their own policy.

PROPERTY SUITABLE FOR groups over the age of 25 and or family groups only.

NO NOISE - The property is in a quiet residential area which is noise sensitive. Any noise after dark that causes neighbours to complain may result in the loss of your bond.

NO VISITORS - We have a strict policy in relation to 'visitors' to the property. A fee of $500 per head will be charged if additional people are found at the property.

PLEASE NOTE: PARTIES, FUNCTIONS, WEDDINGS (WEDDING RELATED), GRADUATES and or SCHOOL/TEENAGER bookings are not accepted.

T & C - We recommend reading our full Terms and Conditions.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Day bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Streaming services
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Swimming 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

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
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-16697

Property is also known as

Driftwood Waterfront
2721-227444
Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage Soldiers Point
Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Soldiers Point, New South Wales

What's nearby

  • Soldiers Point Marina - 17 min walk
  • Salamander Bay - 17 min walk
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 8 min drive
  • Toboggan Hill Park - 9 min drive
  • Dutchmans Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Village Grind - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai Charm - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪BANNISTERS port stephens - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Salamander Tavern - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Soldiers Point vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Soldiers Point Beach, Soldiers Point Marina, and Salamander Bay. Gir-um-bit National Park and Bushy Island Nature Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Driftwood - Waterfront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Soldiers Point house on the water
Fabulous house which was well-equipped and spotlessly clean. We will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Camilla L.

Beautiful house and location
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect choice for our extended family celebration weekend. We lived and cooked on the fabulous deck and front lawn overlooking the bay. The house is very spacious and beautifully decorated in a relaxed coastal style. Very quiet residential location with a nice walk down to the jetty cafe and lunch at Julios near by, so we avoided the busier parts of Port Stephens.

8/10 Good

Pamela C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful views over the water. We even managed to meet the local.koala.
Loads of room for big families or groups. Very comfortable with beautiful views over the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Cathie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
Generally met our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Wonderful lived up to expectations
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 9 lady bowlers enjoyed our stay able to fit everyone in comfortably
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spacious home
Fantastic position well appointed. Reserve at back leading to waters edge. Relaxing back deck and bedrooms lovely. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Perfect for our family get together. Made some lovely memories
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family getaway
We loved our 4 nights at Driftwood. The house was clean, spacious and beautifully decorated. There was plenty for the kids to do with the outdoor space and board games. The veranda is the perfect place to relax and soak in the view and winter sun. We are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

lorna s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
luxury relaxation
senior family of 6 across 4 of the bedrooms. Super views and walks from the house across the reserve to the bay. Accommodation clean and modern, TVs SMART and working well. Fully a/c.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dilini N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome family break
Driftwood was an experience which we as a family will never forget. House had everything a family would ever require whist on holiday's. It was clean, roomy, close to everything. Kids had a ball in their own little space with their own lounge, bathroom, and kitchenette. Thank you and we hope to be back soon. From the Newman's
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shashika B.

Perfect stay with amazing view
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Driftwood holiday home was just perfect. We loved the location and enjoyed the amazing water and sunset view from the backyard. The property was perfectly maintained with everything that is needed for a relaxing family holiday. Everyone enjoyed our stay and we didn’t want to leave. We will definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Spoilt and gone to Heaven
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We went for a daughter _ Mum weekend ,5 Mums and our daughters. The house was perfect ,everthing you could have asked for was looked after . Great spot ,nice and quiet with nature at your doorstep . A shame we didnt have more time to enjoy the firepit & view it provided. Definately a must visit location
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10/10 Excellent

Graham Q.

Great Stay at Splash
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is fantastic for families or couple. A great vista from the back to Port Stephens, along with the cubbyhouse for the kid and the firepit by the water. The property is very open plan with plenty of lounging space so that guest can have their own little nooks. The kitchen is well equipped with all you could need and the welcome hamper was a fantastic treat. We could not be happier with this property; one of the best we have stayed in. Communication was fantastic and the proximity to Bannisters, other restaurants and shops were just what we wanted. We can't rate this property high enough.
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10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon’s B.

Magical Stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing stay at Driftwood Cottage, location and set-up was perfect for our family. We have booked again for next year!!!Not to be published section: We would howver like to feedback a couple of things. The Stove top is effectively not working. The burners are very inconsistent and as such we found it difficult to cook for large groups of people. Also in case they didn't realise the Fan over the BBQ area was broken also. Nothing too major but sometimes people don't feed back and so the owners never know! All in all though we had the most amazing time. ThanksRhi
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10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie M.

Bliss at Soldiers Point
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Driftwood Cottage has a beautiful outlook to the west from the house and large verandah with a huge reserve down to the water's edge. We were a party of 11 family members aged from 1.5 years to 71 years and the cottage easily catered for us all. Gorgeous sunsets, an easy walk through the reserve or along the foreshore to the park, beach and play equipment. It was an easy drive to visit other beautiful beaches at Shoal Bay and Fingal Bay. The owners very kindly provided a large number of items in the starter pack and also a gorgeous welcoming hamper of wine and treats which were delicious. Mostly we cooked our dinners, however, the last night we dined at The Deck Cafe at Soldiers Point where there was a sunset view and delicious dinners. On our second last night we watched a koala cuddled into a gum with its eyes closed which was an incredible treat for us all. We enjoyed a perfect week and will definitely return - perhaps 10 days next time! We would happily recommend Driftwood Cottage to anyone wanting a peaceful holiday whilst being close to all the attractions of Port Stephens including many lovely stores in Nelson Bay. Cheers!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Irvine, NA

Nice place. Very accommodating.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome place for our party of young families. Top notch amenities.
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10/10 Excellent

Kirana H.

Awesome place!
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A very beautiful and peaceful place, which had absolutely everything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

G H.

Beautiful Driftwood
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We arrived at Driftwood on a day of 39c so the air conditioning was a pleasure to relax in after a long drive. Driftwood was a magical place for our long awaited Christmas gathering. It was in perfect condition. The bedroom settings was perfect for our family & the colour schemes in each rooms bedding was delightful. The kitchen was very well maintained and there were plenty of glasses,cups etc as well as utensils. The back verandah was a great gathering spot for us to watch the family play games on the flat lawn or just sit & talk. We even had a games night there after a wonderful bbq. Stu's Beach right in front of the cottage was a favourite with the children who spent many hours down there. We had fish & chips from the local eatery down by the water. Everything in the the description was true about Driftwood Cottage & our family would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

What a beautiful and relaxing place to stay!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pictures don’t do the property justice. Bigger than it looks and plenty of separation for large families who don’t want to be on top of each other. Sunset fire pit and easy access to the water make this place a knock out rental. Got all the things you need, really clean and well appointed. Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ilya S.

Outstanding place
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We've been delighted to experience such a wonderful place, first time in our lifetime when it feels like staying at the property is actually better than exploring the surrounding area. Kids absolutely loved every part of it and didn't want to go anywhere but stay and enjoy the place.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Weekend away with friends
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful weekend at Driftwood . The property is beautifully styled with all the amenities you would want . The huge well stocked kitchen was great . We loved sitting on the balcony watching the sunset and walking down to the water .
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10/10 Excellent

Shahrad P.

Great stay
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely holiday in A spacious villa.nice views and location.Particularly kids enjoyed games and green yard. Perfect Kitchen but not enough dish for 10 people.
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8/10 Good

Adrian A.

Soldier's Point escape
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Located in a fantastic spot facing west on the water the house is private, the yard expansive and there is a small private waterfront. Short drive to the shops, the pub etc. The back deck is awesome for dining, bbqing and relaxing and we saw a koala, kookaburras and lots of lorikeets. The bedrooms are well appointed, but we were disappointed with being asked to pay extra for the 12th bed given the base cost of the house. Also somewhat disappointing was the general cleanliness of the property, again for the standard of home and cost. This is particularly frustrating when such emphasis is placed on how the property must be left on checkout.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family holiday
We were a family of 8 adults, 3 small children and 2 little babies and this house was perfect with plenty of bathroom space, great cooking and washing facilities and the perfect outlook over the water but far enough to keep the little ones safe . It was a short drive not a walk to the beach and shops with little ones but the peace and quiet of Driftwood gave us a perfect holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne M., Illawong

Beautiful house on the water
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is just beautiful. Huge kitchen with nothing to want. It's almost a shame to go out and eat anywhere. Everything in this house is super clean and pristine. Highly recommended in a great area.