Lake Escape Cottage - Relaxed coastal getaway

Retro Lake Cottage | Sunny Deck, Walk to Water & Cafés Welcome to your perfect coastal retreat! Just a 2-minute stroll to the lake’s edge and a 5-minute wander to Long Jetty’s hipster café strip, this beautifully renovated 60s cottage is the ideal destination for families, friends, or couples looking to unwind, reconnect, and explore the best of the Central Coast. Add in endless outdoor adventure, picture-perfect sunsets, and nearby beaches and you have the ultimate holiday destination. The space From waterfront bike rides at sunrise to sunset cocktails on the famous Long Jetty wharf, your holiday memories begin the moment you arrive. ✨ Why You’ll Love It 🌊 Lakefront Lifestyle: With 12km of scenic cycle and walking tracks on your doorstep, you can start the day with lakeside yoga, a paddle, or a peaceful walk with your pup. 🍽️ Foodie Paradise: Stroll to Long Jetty’s eclectic mix of boutique cafes, bars and vintage shops, or head to The Entrance for waterfront dining and family-friendly fun. 🏖️ Beaches Galore: Only a short drive to Toowoon Bay, Blue Bay and Shelly Beach — some of the Central Coast’s best-loved beaches. 🌳 Parks, Playgrounds & BBQ Spots: All within walking distance for relaxed afternoons or family picnics by the water. 🏡 The Space This light-filled, open-plan home is made for lazy brunches, backyard barbecues and evening wine on the deck. ☀️ Sunny living & dining areas opening onto a private, fully fenced backyard 🛏️ 4 bedrooms, comfortably sleeping up to 5 adults and 5 children — ideal for two families, multi-gen holidays or groups of friends 🍳 Fully equipped, modern kitchen with dishwasher, quality cookware and Electrolux oven 🎲 Toys, books, games and level grassed yard for the kids to enjoy 🍖 Covered patio with a BBQ and large outdoor dining table for relaxed alfresco evenings 🐾 Pet-Friendly Paradise Your furry friend is welcome too! The backyard is securely fenced with high gates and there’s a dog kennel, food & water bowls provided. Spend mornings exploring the lakeside tracks together and cosy up in the evenings. (We just ask that pets stay off the beds and furniture.) 🌟 Perfect For: ✅ Family holidays with the kids ✅ Two-family getaways ✅ Couples’ weekends away ✅ Girls’ weekends ✅ Bringing your pup along for the adventure 📍 The Location Long Jetty is the Central Coast’s coolest pocket — a laid-back, creative, and welcoming hub filled with trendy cafes, local makers, artisan markets, and live music. Add in endless outdoor adventure, picture-perfect sunsets, and nearby beaches and you have the ultimate holiday destination. 📸 Book your Lake Escape today — where coastal charm meets laid-back luxury. Guest access The whole house will be available for you to enjoy during your stay. Other things to note Top Cafés & Restaurants near Long Jetty Green Tangerine (Long Jetty) A beloved artisanal bakery and café for freshly baked sourdough, pastries, gourmet burgers, and seasonal brunch dishes like avo‑smash and beetroot‑reduction toast. It’s consistently ranked among the best on the Central Coast The Morning Coffee Society Just down the road in Long Jetty, this hip breakfast hangout opens early for fresh coffee, halloumi brunch bowls, smoked salmon bagels and more—all served in a lively, welcoming setting Beaches & Wetlands within Reach Long Jetty Foreshore Reserve An 800 m family‑friendly waterfront stretch with strolling paths, playgrounds, picnic tables and beautiful sunset views over Tuggerah Lake—ideal for morning walks or evening sunsets from the jetty Toowoon Bay Beach A tucked‑away sandy beach about 1.3 km from Long Jetty—calmer surf, great for paddling, swimming and quiet family days Shelly Beach About a 5 km drive or bike ride away, this surf-friendly beach bordering the Pacific Ocean is a local favourite for waves, beach walks, and ocean views with cliffs and dunes as a scenic backdrop National Parks & Trails Nearby Brisbane Water National Park and Bouddi National Park are just a short drive away, offering scenic hiking trails, lookouts overlooking the ocean, picnic areas, remote beaches and indigenous history spots The Tuggerah Lake Cycleway runs 12 km between Long Jetty and The Entrance, featuring playgrounds, rest points, lakeside parks and safe, family‑friendly terrain for walking or riding Registration Details PID-STRA-13798