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Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront

Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront

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Relax on the shady verandah of this classic homestead
A traditional homestead with space for the whole family
Property grounds
Interior
Living area

Overview of Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Coomba Bay, NSW
  • Popular LocationBooti Booti National Park21 min drive
  • Popular LocationForster-Tuncurry Golf Course35 min drive
  • AirportForster, NSW (FOT)37 min drive
  • Popular LocationForster Town Beach44 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront

'Katandra' is the original historic waterfront property of Coomba Bay. Situated on the South side of Wallis Lake this unique property offers boutique accommodation with gorgeous coastal country atmosphere.

With 25 acres of coastal country charm to enjoy, from the homestead it is an easy level stroll down to the private jetty. 'Katandra' offers you a relaxing waterside rural retreat where well behaved pets are most welcome.

An ideal location for couples seeking a romantic escape, great for friends looking to catch up & get together, or a perfect place for families with children who will love the play-fort, swing & open spaces. Guests can relax on the daybed, soak in the sunset, play on the lawn, or enjoy long lazy lunches on the verandah.

The homestead (circa 1912), now tastefully renovated, is nestled amongst grand mature fig trees & surrounded by long sweeping lawns.

Guests can relax on the daybed, soak in the sunset, play croquet on the lawn, or enjoy long lazy lunches on the verandah. Children will love the play-fort, swing & open spaces.

Designed to accommodate a maximum of 8 people.
The homestead sleeps 6 and features three bedrooms: (two queen bedroom suites & a third bedroom with two single beds) All bed linen is provided and on arrival you will find the beds made and ready for you. The kitchen & bedrooms open out onto the wide country style verandah. Views sweep across the property, down to the waterfront & out over the lake itself.
Elegant entrance hall, open plan living, quality furnishings, polished timber floors, beautiful towels, quality bed linen, luxurious floor coverings & cosy throw rugs.

If you require a 4th bedroom there is a quaint 'sleep-out' separate from the main homestead. The 'sleep-out' offers another queen bedroom suite with gorgeous lake and farm views and is an additional $50 per night.

Guests can leave their kayaks or canoes down on the waterfront or moor their boats on the jetty.

Dining table, crockery, cutlery & glassware to entertain 8 people. Modern, well appointed kitchen with fridge, dishwasher, microwave, large gas oven & 5 burner stove top.

The lounge area features wood burning fire place, ample seating, plenty of cushions, 54" Panasonic flat screen digital TV.

Internal laundry with front loading washing machine & clothes dryer.

Fully self-contained boutique accommodation, the only thing you need to bring with you is food & wine...

Features Include:

* Gorgeous Furnishings

* Additional Sleeping Options

* Country Style Inclusions

*Quality Towels & Bedlinen

* Beefmaster BBQ

* Wide Country Style 'Wrap-Around' Verandah

* Luxury Day Bed

* Kids Play Fort & Swing

*Jetty

Property manager

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Property registration number PID-STRA-15323-2

About the area

Coomba Bay

Located in Coomba Bay, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Great Lakes Winery and Forster Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wallingat National Park and Yahoo Island Nature Reserve. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Booti Booti National Park - 21 min drive
  • Cape Hawke Lookout - 32 min drive
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 35 min drive
  • One Mile Beach - 40 min drive
  • Forster Town Beach - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pacific Palms Seafood - 15 min drive
  • Green Point Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant - 27 min drive
  • Friendly Inn Hotel - 16 min drive
  • The Lake View Bistro - 16 min drive
  • Charlotte Bay Cafe - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Katandra Homestead Old world charm on lakefront located?

This family-friendly Coomba Bay holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wallingat National Park and Wallis Lake. Flat Island and Yahoo Island Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Birthday Celebration
We loved our short stay at Katandra and didn't want to leave. The homestead is full of warmth and character, with the open kitchen/dining/lounge area, fire place and the wrap around verandah being the focal points for us. We also rented the separate cottage, also with a great view of the farm and the lake. Our dogs were kept comfortable with wide open space and fenced enclosure when needed. The wood fired pizzas are a must do for this property. We highly recommend this property for those wanting a comfortable and intimate stay. Recommend you bring all supplies needed for your stay, as the road into Coomba Bay is not in great shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Nick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
A great spot for a weekend with old mates
Spacious and isolated which was great for a group of old mates, Excellent wide verandahs to laze about on and enjoy to view, a good chat a glass of red. There were a few maintenance issues but overall great spot for a weekend away with old mates.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Farmhouse Stay
We travelled here over the new year period for 6 nights (6 Adults). The owner was very quick to respond to all our messages, even getting us an early check-in which was great! House was immaculate with everything you need, including a huge Veranda with a dart board. We opted to have the sleep out too. Great decision! Wood fire oven got an absolute workout while we were there. Best Pizzas ever! the walk down to your own personal wharf is not too far. around about 200m or so. Super peaceful in the morning time! wind picks up in the arvo so get down there early!! 10/10 great house. great spot, extremely isolated! Would stay there again in a heartbeat Matt
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Beautiful spot. Spacious and pet friendly. They don’t mention the dog enclosure which was great for trips to the beach and national park which are close by
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Full of character
The house was full of charm and character. We had a rainy weekend unfortunately but the house was perfect for it with that lovely fireplace. 6 adults and 2 kids stayed for a weekend and we all had a great time. Some pros/nice touches: - they left us a bottle of bubbly to welcome us - the owners were around fixing things next door (so we didn’t ever really feel their presence) and we’re responsive to any issues including bringing a full gas bottle they had noticed was empty and fixing a lock/door - a decent amount of firewood was supplied, but we brought extra to crank it up over the weekend - the house and bedrooms are all as per the pictures and lovely Cons (to be fair and honest): - the sleep out door didn’t really shut properly but the owners sorted out a solution pretty swiftly, though we would have been in trouble if the wind hadn’t blown the door open to alert us to it. - the exhaust fan in the kitchen was broken - could do with one additional oil radiator heater as the sleep out had to rely on the reverse cycle which aren’t ideal for sleeping but that’s really nitpicking... Can’t really fault it more than that and we expect these kinds of things with old homes. If you’re thinking of kayaking - yeah it’s probably a bit too long a walk carrying a kayak to the water. Wifi was all good. Not much close by for food so roughly 10-15 min drive to cafes, etc. All in all, we’d go back to stay again in a heartbeat. The owners are great and the house is lovely and full of charm. The deck is a thing of beauty so maybe we’ll be back in the summer! I’d rate it 4.5 based on the couple of minor issues but that rounds up to 5, 4 would be a bit harsh.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

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