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Smart TV, books
Interior
Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom60 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Newcastle, NSW
  • Place, Newcastle Civic Theater
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Merewether Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle City Hall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Newcastle

This holiday home places you in the centre of Newcastle, within just a 15-minute stroll of NEX and Newcastle Civic Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features a balcony, a living room and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, Egyptian cotton sheets and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include a hot tub and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Cooks Hill holiday home include Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie.
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What's nearby

  • Newcastle Civic Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Newcastle City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Merewether Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • NEX - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Civic Station - 15 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hubro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Autumn Rooms - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Birdie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Talulah Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home

Cooks Hill Parkside is a calm, light-filled, architect-designed two-bedroom loft in one of Newcastle’s most walkable neighbourhoods. Designed for comfort and longer stays, the apartment features open-plan living, quality finishes and a private courtyard that captures the morning sun.

Both bedrooms offer queen beds with premium Posturepedic mattresses and built-in wardrobes. The bathroom includes heated floor tiles, and ducted air-conditioning provides year-round comfort throughout the apartment.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine, with tea and coffee supplied. A washer and dryer, fast WiFi and a dedicated desk workspace make the apartment well suited to families, professionals and extended stays.

Thoughtfully designed and intentionally calm, Cooks Hill Parkside offers a comfortable home base close to parks, cafes and the coast.

Apartment features

*Two bedrooms, one bathroom
*Queen beds with Posturepedic mattresses
*Ducted air-conditioning throughout
*Heated bathroom floor tiles
*Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and Nespresso machine
*Private courtyard with BBQ
*Washer and dryer
*Keyless private entry
*Flat screen TV, WiFi and games
*Built-in wardrobes and dedicated desk workspace
*Tea and coffee supplied
*All linen

Location

Located in leafy Cooks Hill, you are just steps from local parks, cafes and restaurants, with excellent coffee and dining options nearby. Bar Beach is a flat ten-minute walk, while the Anzac Memorial Walk and Merewether Baths are easily accessible for coastal walks, swims and ocean views.

Cooks Hill Parkside is well suited to families with children aged two years and over, professionals, and guests seeking a comfortable, quiet stay in a residential setting.

House rules
*Cooks Hill Parkside is a quiet residential property designed for relaxed stays.
*No parties, events or gatherings
*No smoking inside the apartment or courtyard
*No pets
*Children aged two years and over only
*Maximum occupancy as per booking details
*Quiet hours apply from 9pm to 7am

This property is not suitable for groups seeking late nights or entertaining. Bookings that do not align with these guidelines may be declined.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Unit size: 646 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking Not suitable for pets No parties or events, or loud noise, our neighbours appreciate the peace and quiet.
Not safe or suitable for infants (Under 2 years) There are stairs from the front door up to the living area, kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms.
Please consider stair access if you have young children. Suitable for children 2 years and older.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children 2 years & older, stairs without baby gate

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-18508, 2300

Property is also known as

// Holiday Here // With All The Comforts Of Home
// Stay Like A Local // All The Comforts Of Home
// Available for EASTER Holidays // All The Comforts Of Home
// Available for Summer Holidays // All The Comforts Of Home
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home?

Yep, Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home is a short 13-minute walk from Merewether Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home.

Is there a private hot tub at Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home?

No, Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home?

No, pets are not allowed.

Walk to the Beach | Live Like A Local | All The Comforts Of Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrisi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and friendly . Very close to beaches and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
So well appointed and considered. Very comfortable, lacked nothing, area delightful, local food shop amazing, and walk to beaches and walks delightful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is well situated , it seems like a lot of thought has gone into this place : lots of thoughtful things provided. The place is very comfortable, love the off street parking ( for not big vehicles though ) full size fridge, washer & dryer , can use your own Netflix account , etc. Would certainly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was very clean and neat and had everything we needed for a 5 day stay. Lots of little touches (like cereal, milk & fresh flowers) which was a lovely surprise on arrival. The host was very quick to respond to questions and reached out to make sure we had checked in ok. Checking in and out was simple, and having secure onsite parking was excellent. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot. Close to everything. Super clean. Quiet. Owners were easy and great to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic accommodation

The property was clean, well-appointed and in a fantastic location. Close to the park, shops and beach. Brooke made us feel welcome and made sure we had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keely A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

Loved staying at Brooke and Grant’s property. Modern space and appliances made the stay very comfortable. Check in was super easy and Brooke and Grant were accomodating with extra requests. Definitely recommend this property to everyone.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

travel p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

This is a great property - great location. We will be returning next year! Thanks
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liza A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Brooke was absolutely lovely. The apartment was sooo clean, lots of lovely little touches. She has thought of everything that you could need. Quality linen, kitchen ware. So cost & private yet so close to everything. I almost didn’t want to write a review so we could keep it our own secret little place to stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean property. Internet needed rebooting. Host fixed immediately. Located close to Darby street shops, restaurants and a 15 minute walk to Bar Beach
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie C.

Excellent apartment. One not to be missed

The apartment is beautiful and has everything you need with a lot of thoughtful little extras. Truly a home from home. Brooke and Grant are lovely , kind and considerate hosts. I was alone one day and they offered to take me shopping and to the beach with them.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend!

My partner and I stayed here with our 3yo and 6yo. It is in such a beautiful, convenient location. Lots of great flat walks first thing in the morning with the pram. Brooke and her family were so responsive and accommodating. Check in was super easy. Everything was clean and comfortable. Fun park just across the road for the kids. Sad to have to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanja L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wohlfühloase

Eine wirklich sehr schöne, feine und sehr saubere Unterkunft. Ich wurde sehr nett von der Vermieterin empfangen. Nach einer langen Anreise habe ich mich sofort wohlgefühlt. Die Unterkunft liegt sehr zentral. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sind fußläufig sehr gut erreichbar. Bis zu Strand sind es zu Fuß auch nur 10 Minuten. Ich würde dort jederzeit wieder mieten. Ich hatte eine tolle Zeit.
Stayed 20 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy return clients!!

We absolutely love our stay in Cooks Hill thanks to Brooke and Grant and the beautiful space they have created! This is our second time visiting and it was just as delightful as the first! The apartment is situated in a beautiful neighbourhood, with a picturesque walk to Darby St cafes where we went each morning for breakfast! We also walked up to Bar Beach and enjoyed looking at the other beautiful houses along the way! It is so nice to come back to a quiet, relaxing space with all the homey touches that make your stay just perfect! Thank you so much Brooke + Grant! We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merrin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We arrived at the property quite tired after travelling all day. We we’re pleasantly surprised. There was a wonderful attention to detail. Milk, cereal, honey and of course tea and coffee were provided which meant we didn’t have to immediately go out shopping for essentials. Lots of natural light and a feeling of being in a tree house as the living area is upstairs with lots of windows all around. The suburb is gorgeous with lots of restaurants and close to the sea. Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location, modern facilities, fantastic host

Absolutely loved our stay, we will be back! Brooke is a fantastic host and made some excellent recommendations. So close to the beach, perfect for morning coast walks and coffee. Accommodation is beautifully presented, modern and has thoughtful little things to make you feel at home.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific unit and location

Clean, well equiped unit. Very convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful place

Thank you Brooke for providing us with the perfect place to stay. The place came with everything we could possibly need, was immaculately clean and the location was great. You have considered every possible detail to make a guest’s stay perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best of Newcastle

Cozy, compact and private. A fantastic modern apartment in a truly fantastic part of Newcastle. Host Brooke has the place set up like a boutique hotel… but with the addition of a great kitchenette and laundry downstairs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab weekend jolly holiday!

My friend & I wanted to go for a little weekend trip somewhere different & decided on Newcastle, but we wanted somewhere local, easy to get to beaches, restaurants, bars & fun, along with being a really comfortable place to wash, rest & play! I have to say this property was by far one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. Incredibly comfortable, clean, modern - it was great all round! I would definitely recommend to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Newcastle gem.

A perfect central location to base yourself while you explore Newcastle. The house was fantastic with everything you needed. Brooke was helpful and quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Newie

Amazing property to stay in. Centrally located and great walking to amazing restaurants and the beaches. Great hosts who are so friendly and helpful! Definitely will book again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean & tidy. Great location. I would definitely stay again.

Very neat and tidy. Great location close to popular cafes & walking distance to the beach. Very good host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and gorgeous loft

Myself and three friends rented this property after seeing the wonderful photos online and we were not disappointed! It was clean, beautifully decorated and the location was everything you could ask for in a holiday rental - close to the shops, cafes and of course, the beach! It was a privilege to stay here and hopefully we will be guests of Brooke and Grant in the future!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, convenient and indulgent beach getaway

Our family of four loved this property - amazing location for beach walks and runs as well as walking distance to Darby street boutiques and cafes. The property itself is full of sunlight and luxury touches like beautiful kitchen appliances and clever storage so the space always feels peaceful and never cluttered . We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020