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Stay At Raffertys Resort - Swansea

1 Wild Duck Drive, Via Raffertys Rd, Cams Wharf, Swansea, Australia, 2281·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.3Great

Location9.1

Cleanliness8.7

Free WiFi8.7

Staff8.7

Comfort8.6

Who stays here

Families70%

Groups20%

Couples8%

Solo2%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.3Great

Location9.1

Cleanliness8.7

Free WiFi8.7

Staff8.7

Comfort8.6

Who stays here

Families70%

Groups20%

Couples8%

Solo2%

Lakeside retreat on Lake Macquarie with four swimming pools, private jetty, and an award-winning waterfront wedding venue.

Accommodations

Stay At Raffertys Resort offers self-contained cottages with their own covered decks or sunny courtyards. Each property is individually owned and uniquely styled, with air conditioning, dining and living areas, equipped kitchens, and spacious bedrooms. All accommodations include at least two bathrooms and an internal laundry.

Dining & Events

The on-site Cams Wharf Tavern serves food and beverages with views of Lake Macquarie and a sports bar featuring a super screen. Raffertys Resort also hosts an award-winning waterfront Wedding venue and Function Centre for large gatherings. Guests can hire the venue for receptions and enjoy the lakeside setting.

Recreation & Water Sports

Raffertys Resort includes four swimming pools, with one heated pool open all year, along with four tennis courts. The private jetty and boat ramp provide direct access to Lake Macquarie for water activities. Through the on-site Jetbuzz team, guests can hire boats, fishing equipment, and watersport gear.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Raffertys Resort provides a dedicated children's playground and a Kids' pool for younger guests. Multiple BBQ facilities and a picnic area are set within the resort's gardens. The resort also offers a private beach area and outdoor furniture for family relaxation.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Raffertys Resort Lake Macquarie sits directly on the shores of Lake Macquarie, one of Australia's largest coastal saltwater lakes. It is a 40-minute drive south of Newcastle and 90 minutes north of Sydney. Nearby destinations include Caves Beach for swimming, Wallarah National Park for hiking, and Swansea town center for shopping.

Location: On the shores of Lake Macquarie, 40 min from Newcastle
Pools: 4 swimming pools including 1 heated
Dining: Cams Wharf Tavern with lake views and sports bar
Activities: Jetbuzz water sports, boat and fishing gear hire
Family: Children's playground and Kids' pool
Venue: Award-winning waterfront wedding and function venue

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-17:00

from 08:00-10:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:79

Former name

Mercure

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Rooms and availability

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Two-Bedroom Town House

Room size:

650 sq. feet
Bed options:

1 Queen Size Bed and 1 Queen Size Bed

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Villa

Room size:

865 sq. feet
Bed options:

1 Queen Size Bed, 2 Single beds and 2 Single beds

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Two-Bedroom Cottage

Room size:

650 sq. feet
Bed options:

1 Queen Size Bed and 2 Single beds

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site parking lot

24-hour services

Babysitting

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Air conditioning

Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's pool

Cribs

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Tennis court
Fishing

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Children's pool
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Stay At Raffertys Resort

💵 Lowest room price	251 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	35.7 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Williamtown, NTL

Location

1 Wild Duck Drive, Via Raffertys Rd, Cams Wharf, Swansea, Australia, 2281

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1 Wild Duck Drive, Via Raffertys Rd, Cams Wharf, Swansea, Australia, 2281

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1 Wild Duck Drive, Via Raffertys Rd, Cams Wharf, Swansea, Australia, 2281

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Sea cave, Caves Beach

1.9 mi

Landmark

Swansea Rotary Lookout

1.4 mi

Landmark

Catherine Hill Bay Beach

1.5 mi

Landmark

Wallarah National Park

2.2 mi

Landmark

Spoon Rocks Lookout

1.7 mi

Landmark

Caves Beach

1.9 mi

Beach

Spoon Rocks Beach

1.8 mi

Landmark

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

1.8 mi

Landmark

The Caves

1.9 mi

Landmark

Holy Trinity Church

1.9 mi

Landmark

Middle Camp Beach

2.1 mi

Landmark

Catherine Hill Bay

2.2 mi

Landmark

Pulbah Island

2.3 mi

Landmark

Saint Patrick's Church

2.4 mi

Landmark

Wallarah House

2.5 mi

Landmark

Hams Beach

2.7 mi

Pinny Beach NSW 2281

Wallarah National Park

100 yd

Restaurant

Al Lago Italian Restaurant

100 yd

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