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Serenity by the Lake

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Primbee, NSW
  • Place, Primbee Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Kembla Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Wollongong Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serenity by the Lake

There is a 3 night minimum stay for this property.

4 bedroom house by Lake Illawarra and only minutes to beaches.

Enjoy fishing, diving or swimming or relax with a drink in the 6 person outdoor spa.

A family friendly house with all modern amenities.
Relax and unwind in this 4 bedroom home-away-from home that is perfect for the whole family.

Our house is a comfortable 75 minute drive from Sydney International and Domestic airports and a mere 10 minute drive from Wollongong. Only a few minutes takes you to Port Kembla beach and just 25 minutes away is the tourist hub of Kiama.

A family friendly shopping mall is only 2 kilometers away. Our house is very suited to a large family or two families travelling together. The large front yard allows for a caravan and boat as well as 3 or 4 cars making it ideal for those people on the road.

Perfect for families and going to sporting events.

Our house is close to all major sporting venues in the Wollongong area. Fred Finch park is only a 10 minute drive away where netball, baseball and softball finals are held each year. We are also only a 15 minute drive from Wollongong where we have WIN Stadium that hosts our local NRL Dragons as well as many outdoor events such as Nitro Circus.

In addition to the Stadium there is the Wollongong Entertainment Centre and Illwarra Performing Arts Centre both hosting concerts, theatre and other events throughout the year.

Our house is perfectly situated to be close to any function that you are involved with and with access to major shopping centres it makes it easy for a family to organise their stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2502, PID-STRA-2143
Property # 9152395
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Wollongong

Located in Primbee, a neighbourhood in Wollongong, this holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. Port Kembla Golf Club and Wollongong Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Stocklands Shellharbour and Crown Street Mall. Illawarra Performing Arts Centre and Beaton Park Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby.
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Primbee, NSW

What's nearby

  • Primbee Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Port Kembla Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Wollongong - 14 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Wollongong City Beach - 15 min drive - 9.6 km
  • North Wollongong Beach - 17 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Port Kembla Station - 6 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iron Yampi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Illawarra Yacht Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Carl’s Jr - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity by the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Serenity by the Lake?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serenity by the Lake on 18 September 2026 start from NZ$300, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Serenity by the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity by the Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity by the Lake located?

Located in Primbee, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Primbee Park, Perkins Beach and Port Kembla Golf Club. King George V Oval and Fishermans Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Amazing!

The hosts are amazing and the place wad such a great getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Margaret was a wonderful host, very kind and accommodating. The house had lots of helpful extras like pantry items, beach towels and towels. We enjoyed using the spa and bbq. It's a good location with quick access to lots of beaches and shops. It could get a tad warm in the Arvo but there are fans to help. We found the two big beds comfortable , you could feel the springs on the singles.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Lovely place to stay for a holiday

Thanks a lot the house was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks Paul. We hope to have you stay sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javier L.

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

Great holiday!

Great house, lots is space, plenty of rooms, 5 minutes to a main shopping Center, 6 minutes to the beach and out door pool. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Glen D.

Lovely people looked after us a treat

Great house everything we needed was supplied.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks for your kind words. You and your group were a pleasure to have stay in our home. We hope to see you sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke J.

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

Great house for a large group

We loved the features of this house, including the different seating areas to choose from, multiple separate bedrooms, the hot tub, and two entertainment areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia s.

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

great

enjoyed by all, great place great position great host thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarn K.

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

Very welcoming

We all enjoyed our stay very much, Margaret had added some lovely touches
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Holiday

Great location and view nice place to have fun with friends
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Graham T.

Fantastic Place & Location

Stayed here with 8 Males on a golfing & races weekend. Plenty of room and everything you need for a holiday away. In a perfect location, short drive to golf coarse and a 15 minute cab ride to Kembla Grange race track. Would highly recommend this place to anybody.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to have you and your friends stay. I was very impressed on the wonderful state you left the house and the cleaner also appreciated your cleaning skills. Alex and I hope to see you in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charisse N.

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

Excellent!

We loved everything about your beautiful home! It was very clean, spacious, cosy, spa was great and the location was close to shops and beaches. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2021
Thank you Charisse for your positive review. It was a pleasure to have you and your family stay and thank you for leaving the house in excellent order. We hope to see you sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KELLY W.

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

beautiful time

we had a lovely time hanging out here. Great spot out the side where the breeze comes through. Comfy beds and plenty of space. Looking forward to coming again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2022
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to have you stay and we hope to see you sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leearnie B.

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

Beautiful home, good location

The price was half the price of all other properties around the area. Beautiful home, perfect for long stays. Short walk to the beautiful lake Illawarra. Hosts were very friendly, house was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jessica L.

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

excellent

The host manager was kind and enjoyed spar.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2021
Thank you Jessica. We hope to see you and your friends sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Great property with a lot of little extras that make it feel like home

Great property with lovely hosts. House was clean, tidy and lovely. All the little extras were a lovely touch. Hot tub was great for sore muscles after hockey games. Quiet area yet close to Wollongong. Would highly recommend a stay and we would stay again if in the area again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2021
Thanks for your positive review. It was a pleasure having you and your family stay. We hope to see you sometime in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle C.

We Highly Recommend This House

This was our 2nd stay at Primbee. House was clean & tidy.. Heaps Of Room.. 2 Loungerooms.. Very Spacious Home.. Owner greeted us on arrival.. Very friendly.. Will Re-book & stay again.. Thank You
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your positive review. You and your family were fantastic guests and we are looking forward to seeing you all again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ladan S.

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

Ladan

I recommend this place to whoever interested. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Beautiful house, welcoming hostess

The house is spacious and comfortable and well cared for, with everything you need for your stay including clean sheets and plenty of fresh towels. The outdoor spa was a huge bonus, especially for the younger kids who took it as their own personal little swimming pool. The teenage kids loved having some streaming services for movie nights in the evening after a full day at the beach or roaming around local attractions. Oh, and the park across the road was great too! All in all we loved our time there. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Lovely 4 bedder close to all amenities

Very comfortable 4 bedroom house with lots of space for various family members to hangout doing their own thing. 2 lounge areas and a sunroom:dining room, and 2 outdoor areas for chilling in evening breezes. All the amenities you need. Lots of parking at the front for cars. Stairs to bedrooms maybe an issue for infirm/disabled. My 93 year old mother managed by going up & down slowly. Great place for families and friends alike.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2021
Thanks for your review. It was a pleasure to have you and your family stay and we hope to see you sometime in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony J.

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

Great home Great hosts

Loved the house. Hosts kept to themselves. Park across the road. We have a 2.5 yr old Houdini, the front door only has a button to lock and then a pull handle to unlock making it very easy for my son to open. The other problem we had was the spa, also no locks. We managed to keep it a secret from our Houdini but would’ve liked him to be able to use it if it was able to be locked. Other then that, the house can accommodate a number of people. It’s beautiful, clean and spacious. I would recommend for families with older kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charlotte C.

Disappointed. This time round cleanliness was not up to standard.

Property location great, hosts very friendly but unfortunately there seemed to be lots of baby cockroaches around and into the cutlery etc. Cutlery had food particles in that it wasn't washed properly. We had a 9month old baby which wasn't very nice. The rug was quite dirty in that it seems to not have been shaken out. Towels had an unwashed smell. Shame it dampered our holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
You and your family were wonderful guests and we enjoyed having you stay in our house. It was disheartening to know that your time with us was not as enjoyable for you this time around. The wet weather had a lot to do with the issues you raised and we have acknowledged and dealt with them promptly. We look forward to having you stay again sometime soon.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Petrina H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Very Unclean

They property was not cleaned properly fridge was unusable so was the spa fly screens were covered in a thick dust some curtains have mould spots on them, one bed had pubic hair on the supposedly clean sheets the house stank the garden and both verandas were a mess the floors needed a good clean but there was no mop. The contact person was the cleaner whom just let herself in after being advised DO NOT ENTER the list goes on. If the property was properly cleaned it would be a great affordable place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2023
Thanks for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry your experience didn’t match your expectations. It was an uncommon instance and we’ll do better in the future. We always aim to deliver a great experience and we are gutted when we don’t meet expectations. Thanks for taking the time to bring this to our attention. We will use the feedback to make us better and ensure this doesn’t happen again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia L.

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

Comfortable family home

Perfect house for a family gathering
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth S.

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

Wollongong cycling getaway

Great location for cycling around Wollongong. Immediate access to cycleways North and South. Multiple living areas as well as having balcony and spa areas was good for the family. Nice to have a spa at the end of the day too. Hosts were available and helpful when required. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kiara t.

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

Awesome property

10/10 stay was awesome, property was better then photos and suited all ages that stayed, central to main shops and awesome view, don’t not recommend if you’re pregnant as the stairs did kill my legs after going up and down constantly, but definitely will be staying again if we go that way for a holiday again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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