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Cool Nest - The Perfect Beach Getaway

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Cool Nest :)
Stunning south end of Bennetts Beach
Jimmy's Beach
Koala not superimposed!! He visited Jun '17 :)
Back yard

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge
3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Hawks Nest, NSW
  • Place, Myall Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Jimmys Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawks Nest Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cool Nest - The Perfect Beach Getaway

Cool Nest is the perfect house for a getaway for families or small groups. Walk to Bennetts Beach, Jimmy's Beach and the local cafes, restaurants, shops, tennis courts and golf course.

Go swimming, surfing, fishing, golfing, sailing, bike riding, bush walking, dolphin spotting, beach four wheel driving, sand dunning or just plain relax!

Hawks Nest has everything you need to from adventure to total relaxation. Cool Nest has all the comforts of home to ensure you enjoy your stay is stress free. The spacious back yard is fully enclosed so you can bring your furry friend who is allowed to run on the south end of Bennetts Beach and the north end of Jimmy's Beach :)

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-19223%2C+2324
Property # 9207896
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Hawks Nest

Located in Hawks Nest, this holiday home is on a river. Little Island and Jean Shaw Koala Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pelican Park and Fly Point Marine Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Toboggan Hill Park and Salamander Super Strike. Kayaking, waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Hawks Nest, NSW

What's nearby

  • Myall Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jimmys Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hawks Nest Golf Club - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pelican Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬70 min drive
  • ‪Atmos - ‬70 min drive
  • ‪Magnolia. - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪Tea Gardens Boatshed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Watch Cafe - ‬67 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cool Nest - The Perfect Beach Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Cool Nest - The Perfect Beach Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cool Nest - The Perfect Beach Getaway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cool Nest - The Perfect Beach Getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cool Nest - The Perfect Beach Getaway located?

This family-friendly Hawks Nest holiday home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Myall Park and Bennetts Beach Hawks Nest. Pelican Park and Jimmys Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowena C.

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

Great stay

Great spot, we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

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

Australia Day stay

Family of 4 adults and furry friend had an amazing stay.Place was great. Private and clean. Close to everything Photos don’t do this place justice
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Fantastic Easter Holiday!

Thanks again for yet another wonderful escape to Cool Nest.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
It is such a pleasure to have you and your family (including fur fam) at Cool Nest again. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. You are always welcome :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna V.

Fantastic house, great location.

Madeleine has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable. We loved staying here close to both beaches. Great place for two young kiddos and our pooch. Thanks so much for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you Jenna for your lovely review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you and your family again soon! Madeleine
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jacqui w.

Great location for a holiday, perfect for a pet friendly one!

A very comfortable house, lovely and clean, really well equipped and presented. There's a big deck, perfect for evening drinks or maybe breakfast, alfresco. If you've got a dog its a perfect location - literally just a few minutes walk to any one of the three beaches that are perfect for a doggy sniff or maybe chasing a ball!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Dear Jacqui, Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted you and your fur friends enjoyed your stay in Hawks Nest. We look forward to welcoming you back :) Madeleine
Verified

8/10 Good

Haydee Mariel M.

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

Bautiful house

Thank you to facilite our stay, the house has everything that you could need, clean & organise 😉 thank you again 😘.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Perfect house for teenagers and a dog

Cool Nest had everything we could need plus more. Perfect location, easy walk to beach and bike rides, comfy beds, everything in the kitchen including coffee machine & pods, games, books, covered deck and enclosed garden, doggy door for our pug who quickly learnt to use!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

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

An excellent place to stay

Madeleine is a wonderful host and has done a spectacular job of making her house so welcoming and comfortable. While weather was awful until our last day, the house was comfy and the deck was a lovely place to relax. The kids loved the basketball ring! Thank you for all the little extras. We loved Cool Nest!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K W.

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

Fantastic

An amazing an organised host not only with communication but everything there and available at Cool Nest. Made our family Christmas get together comfy and chilled. Awesome location and beautiful surrounds - Cool Nest lives up to its name and all its possible reviews
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay. In return, we are incredibly grateful for the care you took in leaving Cool Nest so clean and tidy. I highly recomend you to all hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Well appointed and in a convenient location

The house was spacious, clean and well appointed. It was located near beaches, walking trails, restaurants and the shops in Hawks Nest. The owner was friendly and helpful prior to our arrival. The children had great fun on their bicycles as Hawks Nest is relatively flat and has lots of pathways and cycleways. Hawks Nest is a peaceful retreat that is family-oriented.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan H.

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

Amazing in every way!

There is literally EVERYTHING you could need away. We stayed over Christmas and had everything we needed to cook, relax, entertain and chill. From baking paper to containers and bug spray to cold water in the fridge on arrival, this is a very thoughtful and clean property very close to shops and beach, super quiet and our fur babies were safe and happy also! Highly recommend and will be back for sure. Madeleine is a great communicator and a fabulous host. Don’t pass up this property! 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa H.

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

Family weekend with dogs and bikes

Cool Nest is a great choice for a family with dogs as there is a rear garden with dog-proof fencing. The garage is useful for bikes, kayaks and other water craft. It is a short stroll to the beaches and shops. The house is attractively decorated and the kitchen is very well-equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Great central location

Great location and communication for this holiday away. Couldn’t fault the owner. The only one thing that was a drawback where the 2 dingos ranging throughout the neighbour causing havoc and terrorising the public. Rangers have been called numerous times ( as per a discussion with a local) and they fail to do anything about these free ranging dingoes. A huge problem when you have small pets that are looked upon as the next meal. The accommodation was great though. Many thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

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

Heaven on Earth

The number 17 is a massively important number .It’s incredible that i ended up in such a beautiful home with the number 17 as it’s address .! Bring on the change …….it’s way overdue 🤗🤗🤗🤗
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kerry J.

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

Great Location

Great location to shops and beach. Lovely Host and communication was very easy. House was very clean and well equipped. The yard was great for our kelpie. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zuzana S.

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

Awesome dog friendly house

Great house to stay with your four-legged baby. The house has good sized fully enclosed garden which our dog loved. It is in very quiet location and a short stroll to the beach. House was very clean and very cute with homey touch. It felt like home away from home. Madeleine made our check-in super easy, e-mailing all the information way ahead of our trip, which made our travel stress-less. Thank you Madeleine, we will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mbali H.

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

Fantastic stay

Loved our stay , lovely place , very spacious and comfortable. We will definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yew wee C.

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

Wonderful getaway

We had a wonderful time at Coolnest. It was close to everything - beaches and shops yet set in a private and serene street. We loved the back verandah it was the perfect spot for breakfast and reading time in the morning while the kids played and digged in the sandpit in the backgarden. We cooked every day in the kitchen which was very well equipped. Madeleine was an excellent host and was very prompt in replying all our enquiries and went out of her way to help us. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

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

Beautiful and peaceful house that has everything you could possibly need 🥰🥰🥰🥰

Will definitely recommend to my friends / family / and anybody who is wanting to get away and be in nature.Hawks Nest is just beautiful . The owner Madeleine is just lovely and so obliging .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Great house and great location

Lovely little holiday with our 6 year old and fur baby !! Would have loved to have stayed longer, the location and area are quiet and have a real summer holiday vibe. Loved the beaches that are both within walking distance. Hope to be able to stay again soon - thanks so much !
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina H.

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

Coolnest never disappoints

We have just had our 2nd stay at this great, clean, fuss free house. Madeline has everything there you could ever need on your beach holiday, and the good internet & access to Netflix etc was a game changer for the kids on rainy days. For those with kids who like Cricket - the drive down the side is a perfect pitch! I would highly recommend Coolnest and intend to take my family back next year for another wonderful holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

Our second stay

Madeline is a fantastic landlord and lovely to deal with. Great little place in a great location..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

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

The perfect escape

This property was perfect for our family of 5. The kids had heaps of space to run around outside and everything was well-equipped. Madeleine was flexible and easy to communicate with. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAGMAR H.

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

A home away from home

We love this place! The location is excellent, close to,the beach and the doggie beach, walking distance to the shops and the pub, where nowadays you get amazing pizzas! I love that I can contact the owner directly, not just an agent, and she is so easy to discuss things with! And the house has a lovely, warm family vibe. Already planning the next trip 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

excellent property great location.

Excellent service from the time of booking until leaving the property. The house is filled with everything you could possibly require. Exceptionally clean and filled with a wonderful atmosphere it always makes me feel at home and very relaxed. It’s within walking distance to lovely beaches and the local shops. I would 100% recommend this address to my friends. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

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Hosted by Madeleine Steel

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