Stunning Beach and Lakeside Living

My home is just 60 metres from the lake, five minutes' walk to nearby Naru lakeside beach or a four minute drive to Blacksmith's stunning nine-mile sandy ocean beach!

My recently renovated single-level home has 2 bedrooms (main with Queen-sized bed; 2nd with Italian double sofa bed and desk), 2 WCs, new bathroom with walk-in rain shower and dual basins, a light-filled, open- plan kitchen-living room with reverse cycle air-conditioner, a reading/study nook, kitchen with all mod cons, plantation shutters throughout, and an internal garage with washing machine and dryer.

Outdoors you can enjoy a large, private, landscaped courtyard with lush tropical outlook, perfect for relaxed outdoor dining.

About the location

• Lake Macquarie (Swan Bay) is 60 mtrs from your front door
• Naru lake beach is 5 minutes’ walk (via a bush track)
• Blacksmiths ocean beach is 4 mins by car
• Newcastle is 30 mins by car or bus.
• Hunter Valley Vineyards and concerts just 60 mins by car.
• Sydney is 90 mins by car

A gentle stroll to:
Massage/ physio, beachfront golf course (18-hole), local bowling club, post office, cafes, takeaway, small grocery, petrol station, hairdresser and art classes.
Also kayaking, fishing, swimming, surfing, bush or beach walking, skydiving, bicycling and local weekend markets.

Five minutes’ drive away:
Large supermarkets, daily fresh seafood, pubs with live music, restaurants, independent shops, pharmacies, medical, dental and optical services, and an abundance of wellness services: yoga, infra-red sauna, salt rooms, Pilates, among others.

In vibrant Newcastle, only 30 minutes away by car, there are theatres, cinemas, art galleries, museums, concerts, and many international visiting acts: https://whatson.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney is only 90 mins by car via the expressway, so easy day trips to Taronga Zoo, Sydney Harbour, The Opera House, or The Rocks Market.

When you return in the evening, enjoy spectacular sunset strolls along the lakefront or sit on the jetty with a line in one hand and a glass of wine in the other, while watching our beautiful, local bird life: black swans, ducks, pelicans, cockatoos and kookaburras to name just a few. The next morning, you can curl your toes in the sand and watch a mesmerizing sunrise on the beach. You are spoiled for choice!

To venture around, a car is recommended. The world-renowned Hunter Valley vineyards, with over 150 wineries, world-class restaurants, and huge outdoor concerts (eg. Bocelli and Sting), as well as hot-air ballooning, helicopter rides and horse riding, are just over an hour’s drive away. https://www.winecountry.com.au/events/concerts-festivals

My home offers a quintessential, relaxing Aussie sea-change. If you are a creative soul, or simply seeking some quiet time to yourself, or romantic time with a partner, this is the perfect getaway.

Type of swap

  • Home Exchange
  • Long Term Exchange
  • Housesitting Offered

Conditions of exchange

  • Non smokers only
  • No pets allowed
  • No small children

Marks Point (HE41741)

New South Wales,   Australia

  • 2 bed   (sleeps 3) 1 bath

Preferred destinations

  • London
  • Hertfordshire
  • Greater London
Towns within 45 minutes of London by train

Dates available

July 2024 - July 2024
August 2024 - September 2024

Swap duration: 1 - 2 months

Meet the member

Adults: 2      Children: 0

Membership expiry date: 26 Jun 2024