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The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach

Newcastle vacation home in Catherine Hill Bay area

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Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Beach
Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Catherine Hill Bay, NSW
  • Place, Catherine Hill Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonee Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghosties Beach
    ‪23 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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About the area

Newcastle

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Catherine Hill Bay vacation home, you'll find Moonee Beach and Catherine Hill Beach. Ghosties Beach and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Catherine Hill Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Moonee Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Merewether Beach - 42 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 46 min drive - 42.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nords Wharf Trading Post - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Matt’s Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Munmorah United Bowling Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬12 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.

The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach

The Sanctuary By The Sea is a spacious family coastal retreat near Moonee Beach

A relaxed two-level home with loads of space for families and groups, designed for easy holidays, beach days, BBQ nights, and downtime together.

✦ Sleeps up to 8
✦ 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
✦ Three separate living areas across two levels
✦ Large fenced backyard, pet friendly for outdoor dogs only
✦ Undercover deck and veranda for outdoor dining and BBQs
✦ Free NBN WiFi, Netflix, Smart TVs with streaming
✦ Ducted air conditioning throughout
✦ Cot and high chair provided
✦ Linen and bath towels included, bring beach towels

sleeping
✦ Master bedroom, Queen bed, robe, ensuite
✦ Bedroom 2, Queen bed
✦ Bedroom 3, Queen bed
✦ Bedroom 4, Two King single beds, great for kids or teens


✦ Multiple zones so everyone can spread out, kids can play, adults can unwind
✦ Two media living areas with Smart TVs, Netflix and streaming
✦ Extra seating areas for reading, board games, or quiet time
✦ Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
✦ Dishwasher for easy clean up
✦ Coffee machine for slow holiday mornings
✦ Indoor dining plus outdoor dining on the deck
✦ Cot and high chair
✦ Washing machine and dryer, ideal for longer stays
✦ Linen and towels supplied

Outdoor
✦ Large undercover deck, perfect for evening BBQs
✦ Big fenced backyard for backyard games and family hangouts
✦ Front balcony for morning coffee and fresh sea air

✦ Around a 5 minute walk to Moonee Beach
✦ Moonie Beach is not patrolled, but there is a calm sheltered swimming spot between the rock platforms and the sandy southern end on many days. Catherine Hill Bay Beach is patrolled in the summer months

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 13 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • 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: 3,122 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

Rules

Parties, noise, schoolies, hens/bucks nights are not permitted. This is a holiday home in a residential area.
Park only in the designated garage or community parking areas. Do not block neighbour's driveways, shared access, or garages.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 13 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Outdoor dog-friendly only

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-9005, 2281

Property is also known as

Illaroo at Catherine Hill Bay
Illaroo Luxurious 4 Bedroom Home in Catherine Hill Bay Newcastle
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.5 mi (62-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Moonee Beach and 10-minute walk from Catherine Hill Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach to downtown Newcastle?

This vacation home is 18.5 mi away from Newcastle.

The Sanctuary By The Sea – family and Pet Friendly, walk to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Indica C.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan F.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana H.

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