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The Lake Escape

Your very own tinny!
Breathtaking lake view from bedroom
Free Kayaks and tinny included!
Main bedroom with ensuite
Quality Linen In All Bedrooms
Comfortable Lounge room with Austar & Air Con
Brand New Dining and Kitchen Look Straight Over The Lake
Spacious Brand New Ensuite
Brand new bathroom with stone mosaics
Private BBQ area with lake view and fully enclosed yard
Fully Enclosed Front yard and 2m High Fenced Rear Yard
Trampoline double dog bed
Huge parking area for 4 cars or your boat

SAVE 25% MAY-SEP Only $103 p/night for 7 nights or $350 p/weekend or $280 midweek 2nights!! NSW WINNER 2010 "Best Place to Stay". Breathtaking lake views! Free linen, Foxtel, Kayaks, Tinny

WINNER 2010 TAKE A BREAK AWARDS! From the owner of Lakeside - Finalist 2009 & 2010

Tarbuck Bay, NSW [Location map...]

Up to 8 people, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Minimum nights: 2

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From $105 to $350 8 persons per night

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Guest Reviews (28)

"Fabulous spot, we and our dogs had a fabulous time. Very clean & well equiped house with everything you needed to relax and enjoy - would recommend it to everyone!"

- Victoria, -Feb '13

"The Lake Escape is a clean, homely property that made us feel very welcome and comfortable. We are a young couple celebrating our one year wedding anniversary and found it to be the perfect holiday ho..."

- Aimee, -Aug '12

"A fantastic spot and well equipped house. It proved to be an amazing refuge from the storms. In between downpours, we were able to fish from the tinny and kayak on the lake which was a great addition..."

- Joanne, -Jan '12

"Fantastic, well-equipped house in a good location opposite the lake and close to beaches and Forster. We enjoyed using the kayaks and tinnie too!"

- Alice, -Dec '11

"We had a wonderful weekend, the house was modern, clean and very well appointed, everything you could possibly want for a holiday. Not only were we catered for but so were our dogs, lovely bed, food ..."

- SUSAN, -Nov '11

"The Lake Escape was in a great location with beautiful views. The house was lovely and was well equipped. We had a lovely time and so did our dog Clyde."

- Donna, -Oct '11

"From booking, to the stay, to post-stay was 1st class. People and dogs will LOVE this place! i can't think of a better holiday location is Australia. Recommend this to everyone! "

- Brett, -Oct '11

"We had the best weekend we have had a sometime. Many Many laughs out in the boat. Next time it will be the canoe's. The only problem is it wasn't long enough. Loll !!! The dog's Holly and Katie reall..."

- Donna, -Jul '11

"Amenities and layout well thoughtout.was impressed at how easy it ewas to keep it clean"

- June, -Jul '11

"We had a fantastic stay at the Lake Escape with our dog. The yard was very secure. Cindy was wonderful in preparing the property for our arrival. The house was beautiful and easy to clean. Kitchen is ..."

- Jack, -Jun '11

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Accreditation and awards for 'The Lake Escape':

2010 State Winner (NEW SOUTH WALES) TakeABreak Pet-friendly Holiday Accommodation

Cottage, Holiday house

Voted by the locals as "The house with the best lake view in the area!"

Just 20 minutes drive south of Forster and nestled in a quiet lakeside village of Pacific Palms you will find The Lake Escape, directly across the road from the shores of gorgeous Smiths Lake with totally uninterrupted views that will take your breath away! Only 10 minutes drive to some of the most beautiful beaches on the coast including Seal Rocks, Blueys, Boomerang, Cellito and Elizabeth beach.

We also provide free of charge two kayaks (1xSingle and 1xDouble) and a "Tinny" large enough to fit 4-5 people anchored out the front of the house. Oars, life jackets and anchor provided. Just bring your fishing rods and bait!

Ten metres accross the road enjoy a walk along the lakefront or walk a further 10 minutes to Brambles reserve, both "off Leash" pet exercise areas, The Lake Escape is ideal for pets and kids. Enjoy boating, swimming, picnics, kayaking, fishing or windsurfing.

Dog Friendly Beaches & distance by car:

Off-Leash 5am-9am & 5pm-8pm
Cellito Beach 10 mins
Sandbar Beach 10mins
Blueys Beach (Southern end) 7 mins
Boomerang Beach (Southern end) 8 mins
One Mile Beach, Forster (Northern end) 20mins

All Day Off-Leash
Brambles Lakefront Reserve right of the picnic area 10 minutes walk from house and Tuncurry dog park, Beach Street, Tuncurry, behind the caravan park.

OUR MISSION
To provide the cleanest, most secure pet friendly, value for money holiday house on the market and offer the best booking experience from enquiry to post stay.

WINNER 2010 TAKE A BREAK AWARDS BEST PLACE TO STAY!

Property Features

• Full linen provided

• Free Foxtel in loungeroom and 2nd Foxtel box & TV in sunroom for kids

• Free Kayaks 1xSingle 1xdouble, “Tinny” with oars, lifejackets, anchor

• Reverse cycle air conditioning in open plan lounge/dining/kitchen

• iPod dock, LCD 80cm TV, home cinema system, radio incl Sydney stations, CD/DVD/USB player

• Undercover BBQ area with lake views, BBQ with gas provided

• Front deck with 180 degree lake views

• Spacious open plan lounge, dining, fully equipped kitchen w/dishwasher

• Entire house like brand new and immaculate (see our guest reviews!)

• Main Bathroom with bath and separate large shower

• 1st Bedroom 1xQueen Bed, Ceiling Fan, ensuite with shower & toilet

• 2nd Bedroom 1xQueen Bed, Ceiling Fan

• 3rd Bedroom 1xDouble with upper single (tri bunk), pull out single, pedestal fan

• Breathtaking lake views from 2nd bedroom, lounge, dining & kitchen

• Fully enclosed yard with 1.8m high fence for pets/kids, out of reach locks on gates

• Double undercover tampoline pet bed & bowls - Maximum of two clean, well behaved dogs welcome!

• Internal laundry with washing machine and dryer

We are passionate about pets and both of our properties are purpose built/renovated pet friendly houses. We offer the most secure yard as this is one of the most important things when holidaying with your four legged loved ones. We provide dog bowls and double dog bed.

No “Schoolies” thanks

A refundable bond of $300 ($500 if over 4 guests) applies to all bookings and will be refunded back into your nominated account within 24hrs of your stay if the house is left as is found and as per our terms and conditions.

Location

• Sydney 3hrs
• Forster/Tuncurry 20 mins
• Blueys/Boomerang Beach 7 mins
• Seal Rocks Beach 15 mins
• Smiths Lake village shops 5 mins
• Elizabeth Beach (Patrolled) 10 mins

Smiths Lake Bowling Club provides a free shuttle bus daily. "The Recky" Pacific Palms Recreation at Elizabeth Beach where you can enjoy beautiful sunsets over Wallis Lake on the lakefront balcony. They also provide a free shuttle bus daily and both clubs offer great food, including local seafood for great value.

Blueys Beach shops offers pizza, fish and chips, bottleshop and small supermarket. Closer by is Smiths Lake shops which has a general store, bottle shop, butcher and café and hairdresser. There are 3 general stores all within a few minutes drive offering ice, fuel, bait & tackle.

BOAT RAMPS:

Brambles Reserve 1km
Smiths Lake 3kms
Seal Rocks (Beach launch) 15kms
Pacific Palms "Recky" Club 10kms
Elizabeth Beach (Beach launch) 11kms
Forster 22kms
Tuncurry 23kms

GOLF:

Sandbar 7kms
Shallow Bay 20kms
Forster 22kms
Tuncurry 28kms
Bulahdelah 35kms
Tallwoods Country Club 45kms

RATES:
Please see our rates below as the price estimated by Take A Break does not take long stay discounts into consideration.

OFF PEAK:
Weekly: $980 Weekend Fri & Sat: $420
4 nts midweek: $608 (incl w/end $703)
5nts midweek: $720 (incl w/end $810)
6nts midweek: $858 (incl w/end $900)
8nts or more please enquire with us for a long stay discount.

WINTER (May-Sep):
Weekly: $725 Weekend Fri & Sat: $350
4 nts midweek: $504 (incl w/end $567)
5nts midweek: $630 (incl w/end $693)
6nts midweek: $700 (incl w/end $728)
8nts or more please enquire with us for a long stay discount.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS:
Nightly: $350 Weekly: $2450

SPRING & EASTER HOLIDAYS:
Nightly: $236 Weekly: $1650

Associations

WINNER 2010 TAKE A BREAK AWARDS "Best Pet Friendly NSW Accommodation" also from the owner of Lakeside Finalist for 2009 & 2010 Take A Break Awards

Holiday experiences

4WD Tours, Accessible, Adult retreat, Art & Craft, Beach, Birdwatching, Body Treatments, Bushwalking & wilderness, Canoeing & Kayaking, Close to Public Transport, Cruising, Eco-friendly, Family Friendly, Farmland Experiences, Fishing, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Golf, Great view, Heritage Trail, Honeymoon, Indigenous Experiences, Luxury, Massage, Pet friendly, Rockclimbing & Abseiling, Romantic getaway, Scuba diving, Sports Training, Valentines Day, Wake boarding / water skiing, Walking or Hiking, Water sports, Waterfront, Whale Watching, Windsurfing/Kitesailing, Wine Appreciation, Winter Holiday

Facilities

Air conditioning, Baby Cot, Babysitting, Balcony, Bath, Bath towels provided, BBQ, BBQ - Gas, Boat Hire, Boat Ramp Nearby, Books/Magazines Supplied, Bus nearby, Cable/Satellite TV, CD Player, Children's Playground, Clothes dryer, Cooking facilities, Courtyard, Dishwasher, DVD, Electric stove, Ensuite, Fans (ceiling/standard), Games room, Heaters provided, Iron and ironing board, Kitchen, Lake nearby, Laundry facilities, Level access, Linen supplied, Lock up storage, Microwave, Parking, Patio, Pets Welcome Indoors, Pets Welcome Outdoors, Reverse cycle heating, Seniors Card Accepted, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, TV with teletext/caption functions, Undercover or off street parking, Vacuum system, Videos/DVDs Supplied, Washing machine

Accessible

Suitable only for persons with limited mobility but not wheelchair users, Step or lip exists to the entry door, Step or lip exists to the shower, Chairs are permitted in the shower.

There is level access from the parking area to the rear of the house and throughout the house. Showers are large enough for a shower chair but not wheelchair accessible.

Pet friendly

Small dogs (less than 11 kg) are permitted, Medium dogs (11 kg to less than 34 kg) are permitted, Large dogs (34 kg or heavier) are permitted, Pets are permitted inside, Secure, fully fenced running area, Food and water bowls provided, Bedding/sleeping area provided.

1.8m high fence around yard and gates have locks for peace of mind when leaving pets at home.
Pets allowed inside.
Walk to pet friendly lakefront only 100 metres from the house.
10 minutes walk to Brambles Reserve all day off-leash lakefront park & picnic area.
5-10 mins drive to 4 off-leash beaches - Cellito, Sandbar, Blueys, Boomerang 5-9am/5-8pm.
Undercover shady double trampoline dog bed, bowls & toys provided.
We have a very strict limit of 2 dogs and no continual barkers please.

The Lake Escape

Tarbuck Bay, NSW, Australia

Rooms and rates

A refundable bond of $300 ($500 if over 4 guests) applies to all bookings.

The Lake Escape (sleeps 8 - 1st Bedroom: 1xQueen with Ensuite, 2nd Bedroom: 1xQueen, 3rd Bedroom: 1xSingle above 1xDouble (bunks) Pull out single trundle)

Base rate

$160.00/night.

$210.00/weekend-night.

$980.00/week.

420.00/weekend.

2 nights min.

$25.00 /person25.00 /child /night over 4 people

Winter Special rate

01/05/2013 - 20/09/2013

$140.00/night.

$175.00/weekend-night.

$725.00/week.

350.00/weekend.

2 nights min.

$25.00 /person25.00 /child /night over 4 people

October holidays rate

20/09/2013 - 06/10/2013

$235.00/night.

$1650.00/week.

4 nights min.

Christmas Holidays 2013 rate

20/12/2013 - 26/01/2014

$350.00/night.

$2450.00/week.

6 nights min.

All prices in $AUD

Availability

The Lake Escape will confirm pricing, availability and answer any other questions within 24 hours.
(current average response time for this property is 4.9 hours)

Please note that sometimes your computer's spam filter or your ISP may inadvertently block the operator's response email. If you do not receive a prompt response, taking into account that The Lake Escape may not be able to contact you after hours, you should check your 'junk' mail folder or contact the property with the details we will send in your confirmation e-mail.

The telephone number and contact details for this property will be emailed to you once your enquiry/booking has been sent.

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