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Set on a quiet 4-acre property, The Retreat Port Stephens offers self-contained accommodations with free Wi-Fi, cooking facilities and a private patio with outdoor setting. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, BBQ facilities and games room. All accommodations features a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a stove and a refrigerator. Each has a living room with a TV and DVD player. Guests can play a game of table tennis. There is also a children’s playground on site. The Retreat Holiday Park is only 2 minutes’ drive from Anna Bay, which offers access to the Stockton Beach Sand Dunes. One Mile Beach is a 7-minute drive and Nelson Bay is an 8-minute drive away. Newcastle Airport is 20 minutes' drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
4 bunk beds
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
3 twin beds
Bedroom 5
2 twin beds
Bedroom 6
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
4 bunk beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
4 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
7.6
High score for Anna Bay

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anita
    Australia Australia
    Great location and situated in beautiful bush land with dunes behind. Staff wonderful and welcoming, cabin just right for a break away.
  • Adam
    Australia Australia
    Great affordable dog friendly accommodation in a great spot. Friendly hosts. Extremely helpful f
  • Kinh
    Australia Australia
    Accommodation is clean. Not too many units so it's more relaxing and not noisy. Close to the sand dunes and beach.
  • Ramin
    Australia Australia
    Location was great. We walk to the shark rescue experience. Children had lots of fun in the pool. It was quiet at night even with young people around. Beds were comfy and we had a great time. They provided drinking water which we found really handy.
  • Shayne
    Australia Australia
    Perfect for a family holiday. The cottages are well equipped, clean & comfortable. The games room, pool & playground were great additions to the retreat. We enjoyed exploring the sand dunes of an evening also. The Retreat is located centrally,...
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    The property was near and tidy. It had a bbq area, pool and games room available for guests to use. Check in and out was easy and the staff were welcoming.
  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    We loved the seclusion, the peace and quiet, and being surrounded by nature. The cabins are fully self-contained and comfortable, and the pool and BBQ areas are perfect if you just need some downtime. The caretaker and staff are lovely and were...
  • Sally
    Australia Australia
    The reception staff Mel and Charlotte were helpful and made me and my little dog so welcome
  • Jessica
    Australia Australia
    Super family friendly and so close to the sand dunes it was such a perfect location
  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    It was very quiet and peaceful and the cottage was fully self contained with everything we needed. The staff were super friendly and helpful.

Managed by The Retreat Port Stephens

Company review score: 9.3Based on 217 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

We welcome guests to share in the peace & tranquility of our idyllic bush hideaway. Whether you are looking to indulge in some much needed rest & relaxation or after something a little more exciting & fast paced, The Retreat certainly caters to every one of all ages! The unique 4 acre property is nestled perfectly between unspoilt Australian native bushland & Worimi National Park . Our backyard is literally home to the largest moving coastal dunes in the Southern Hemisphere, making this the ideal location to explore the incredible beauty of the ever changing landscape. We are the ONLY park that back directly onto the sand dunes allowing guests to access the dunes directly via as short walking track. Cook up a feast in one of our 4 outdoor covererd BBQ kltchen areas Take a dip in the salt water pool. Toast marshmallows around the firepit (restrictions apply during summer) Stroll around the property through our native gardens filled with banksia, wattle & grevilleas, relax on your verandah or deck underneath a canopy of gum trees. We have a childrens playground & an onsite games room with ping pong table, fuse ball & pool tables for guest entertainment. Our reception is also conveniently a booking office for local tours & activities! Our friendly staff are happy to answer your questions & make all the arrangements on your behalf... The Retreat is definitely one of Port Stephens best kept secrets.... until now

Neighborhood info

Locally we have Anna Bay shops where I highly recommend the local bakery, butcher, Thai Resturant, LJ's takeaway and Anna Bay Tavern for a great pub meal. Anna Bay is the gateway to the sand dunes which is a must see and do when in Port Stephens. Birubi Beach is our closest beach and at the surf club there is a beautiful cafe called Crest which offers amazing breakfasts and lunches over looking the 32km stretch of beach and sand dunes

Languages Spoken

English,Chinese

Area info

Amenities of The Retreat Port Stephens
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • DVD player
  • TV

Internet
Wifi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Spa

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Chinese

House rules
The Retreat Port Stephens takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about $124. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
AUD 10 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 55 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 99 years old
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardJCBEftposUnionPay credit cardCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside front desk hours, please inform The Retreat Port Stephens in advance, using the contact details found in the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Retreat Port Stephens of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about The Retreat Port Stephens

  • Yes, The Retreat Port Stephens is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at The Retreat Port Stephens may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Retreat Port Stephens offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Ping-pong
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Water park
    • Badminton equipment
    • Swimming pool
    • Horseback riding
    • Beach
    • Movie nights
    • Walking tours
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 1,300 feet from The Retreat Port Stephens. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Retreat Port Stephens is 1.3 miles from the center of Anna Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Retreat Port Stephens is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.