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Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf

Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf

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Spacious living and dining open out to tree top deck
Castaway Beach House
Enjoy afternoon drinks on the deck
Undercover outdoor dining and BBQ
Relaxed living

Overview of Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

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Macmasters Beach, NSW
  • Popular LocationCopacabana Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAvoca Beach16 min drive
  • Popular LocationTerrigal Beach16 min drive
  • AirportPalm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf

Castaway Macmasters Beach House is superbly located a 30 second walk to the sand and surf of beautiful Macmasters Beach and a short stroll to beachside cafes. Uniquely set within a native garden setting, Castaway offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, large sheltered deck areas, a cosy fireplace, free WIFI, HD Smart TV and late check out for weekend stays. Pup-friendly too, so you can let your pooch run free on the dog friendly beach opposite. Couples, families and friends will enjoy morning strolls along the beach, beachside cafes, walking the Bouddhi coast or taking an easy coastal drive to explore nearby Avoca, Killcare and Terrigal beaches.
Key features:
- Stroll to 2 patrolled surf beaches, beachside cafes and a shallow swimming baths perfect for young families.
- Hotel-style linen and towel service included in tariff.
- Bedroom 1: Main queen bedroom with separate access to the bathroom.
- Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom.
- Bedroom 3: 2 king single beds.
* Two-way bathroom (shower, vanity and toilet) and an additional powder room with 2nd toilet.
* The large fully secured rear deck has roof covering and is set above native shrubs and trees filled with abundant birdlife and includes an outdoor dining setting, BBQ, and sun lounges.
* The front deck provides a restful space overlooking the native garden.
* The open plan living and dining space is bright and spacious and features quality furnishings throughout, ceiling fans and a slow combustion fireplace with wood supplied during the winter months.
* The HD TV includes free-to-air channels and support for all streaming apps (you'll need your own login account details).
* A very well-equipped kitchen with a Nespresso coffee machine.
* A street-to-front door walkway providing quick access to the beach pathway opposite.
* A laundry (washing machine only) and a beach shower.
* There’s ample parking options including undercover parking for 2 cars and on-street parking with walkway to front door.
Looking for dog friendly holiday accommodation? Castaway is a popular dog friendly property with the designated dog friendly beach zone from the beach access opposite. Pup is permitted inside the house (rules apply) and the very large rear deck is also suitable when out and about as it is fully secured with roof covering. The yard area is not fenced but not a problem as the dog friendly beach is just opposite. Guest must bring own pet bedding. A fee ($75) applies per dog stay. Best suited for 1 dog. Sorry, we no longer accept cat stays.

LOCATION
Castaway is conveniently located across from the beach access path. Macmasters Beach is a patrolled surf beach, with a shallow swimming baths perfect for families with babies and young children, a playground and cafe. Copacabana Beach is also just a beach stroll away also offering a patrolled beach, surfing, great cafes and convenient shops. The unique Cochrane Lagoon is positioned between the two beaches and an easy 3 min walk via the street or beach from our property. It's perfect for kayaking, exploring the wetlands, fishing and for chilling on its banks feeding the ducks and swans.
Walk along the beach in either direction to enjoy breakfast, take-aways for beach picnics or dinner at beach-side cafes at Macmasters and Copacabana beaches or just drinks at the Macmasters Beach Surf Club cafe on Friday and Sunday evenings. Located an easy beach walk to Copacabana amenities including a bakery, grocery and bottle shop, chemist, hair and beauty salons and a newsagent.
Tip..... Take a walk along the beach at dusk and enjoy drinks at the surf club at Macmasters beach on Fri and Sun evenings or wood-fire pizza and tapas at Copacabana beach as you watch the sunset.

Macmasters Beach is a comfortable and scenic 90 min drive north of Sydney CBD on the M1 freeway. The Kincumber Shopping Centre is a good stop for last minute supplies and has a large 24 hour Coles, Liquorland, chemist, a great green grocer and butcher. There is also an excellent IGA with bottle shop at the smaller Kerta Rd shopping complex near Mitre 10 a bit closer to Macmasters Beach. On the final stretch along the Scenic Road towards Macmasters Beach is a fresh seafood outlet but check opening hrs.
If you want to explore further, Bouddhi National Park is nearby providing unique and accessible coastal walking trails and swimming spots. You can drive there and park or walk via the trails that start in the streets behind the surf club. It is great for viewing whales and for swims at Little Beach and Maitland Bay Beach (both unpatrolled). Further along the Killcare peninsula is Killcare beach and Hardy's Bay - a 15 minute drive away with interesting fashion and homeware/gift shopping, renowned Bells restaurant and local cafes, boating and boat hire facilities. There is also a ferry service to Patonga, Ettalong and Palm Beach from Wagstaffe Wharf - great for a day out!
Avoca and Terrigal beaches are both 10 and 15 mins drive away and also offer swimming/surfing, shopping and dining. Erina Fair is only a 15 drive away for a full-on shopping centre experience.

Property manager

Bev Carroll
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please bring own cot.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
1 dog only. Fee $75 applies. Yard not fenced.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly prohibited inside house.
Adult groups - 4 adults max and all guests must be aged over 25 years. Exclude families.
All guest must be accommodated in existing beds. No additional beds other than a cot permitted. You must advise of any additional guests during stay.
Guests must observe instructions for keys on arrival and departure. Loss of keys will incur charges for locksmith call out and replacement keys.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property registration number PID-STRA-144494

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Macmasters Beach

Located in Macmasters Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Terrigal Beach and Bouddi National Park, while Ken Duncan Gallery and Gosford Regional Gallery are cultural highlights. Umina Recreation Centre and Australian Reptile Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Macmasters Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Copacabana Beach - 1 min walk
  • Turo Reserve - 12 min drive
  • North Avoca Beach - 15 min drive
  • Avoca Beach - 16 min drive
  • Terrigal Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Woy Woy Station - 23 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • Block 'n Tackle Brewery - 6 min drive
  • Becker & Co. - 10 min drive
  • Avoca Surf House - 11 min drive
  • Kincumber Hotel - 8 min drive
  • Avoca Beach Bowling & Recreation Club - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castaway Macmasters Beach House | Footsteps to sand & surf located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Copacabana Beach and Bouddi National Park. Little Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious cottage opposite off-leash dog beach
We had wonderful family holiday enjoying the Central Coast based at our McMasters Beach cottage. It was clean, with a well stocked kitchen, spacious outdoor deck with BBQ and sun lounges overlooking a leafy backyard. We visited the beach opposite the property with our a dog for a walk to the nearby ocean Rockpool. This is our second visit and we’ll be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem!
Loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
no complaints Good location and property well maintained
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Castaway
It was a pleasure staying at Castaway MacMasters beach house. Beautiful trees & birds & close to the beach. A very comfortable, clean home to relax & just be in.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
Everything as described. Awesome location. Friendly and efficient hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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