Berowra Waters Vacation villa accomodation with beach/lake nearby, internet access, balcony/terrace and air con

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  • Villa
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.3 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car not necessary
  • Air conditioning
  • Ask about pets

From the owner

CALABASH BAY LODGE is a boutique luxury retreat for the discerning traveller in a unique and exemplary water-access only location on the Hawkesbury River. Unlike other destinations further afield, we offer a unique experience of the Australian wilderness and absolute waterfront way of life, only a heartbeat away from the bustling metropolis of Sydney, just 1 hour to the south.

BEST AUSTRALIAN BOUTIQUE LODGE Finalist Luxury Travel Gold List Awards 2015, Best Indulgence Finalist in the Stayz Awards 2015, Unique Accommodation Finalist NSW Tourism Awards 2014 and Gold Winner 2012 at the Greater Sydney Tourism Awards 2012, the award-winning Calabash Bay Lodge is surrounded by 360 degrees of riverfront national park. Our other accolades include being called one of the world's "Top 5 Water Beds" by the Weekend Australian magazine, named on Virgin Australia's 2012 Luxe List as one of the world’s “51 top luxe experiences”, and featured as one of the top Australian luxury stays in Fairfax's 52 Good Weekends Away 2011. The pristine eucalypt bush and 200 million year old Hawkesbury sandstone cliffs that ring Calabash Bay Lodge will likewise seduce you.

BEING WATER-ACCESS ONLY, Calabash Bay Lodge is a very private and exclusive sanctuary for guests to replenish, rejuvenate and recharge in this magical setting. Naturally, your stay with us includes arrival and departure boat transfers from the closest road access point at Berowra Waters, use of a boat and kayaks to explore the river from the property, as well as fishing rods and a crab pot to try your luck at catching dinner.

FOUR BEAUTIFUL BEDROOMS offer north-facing floor to ceiling views from every room to a 4km sweep of riverfront that ends at our private waterfront pontoon and garden. All bedrooms have access to outdoor balconies and there are 3 bathrooms, 2 being private ensuites and 1 shared between two bedrooms. Three of our king rooms can be split into king singles to make a twin room configuration. Our interior-designed indoor and outdoor entertaining and lifestyle zones feature the best of Australian design from Carole Whiting and Secret Gardens with essential modern amenities, including complimentary WiFi, Foxtel Platinum HD TV, Sonos, Netflix, Apple TV, Stan and Nespresso coffee machine.

CATERING FOR YOUR EVERY DESIRE… are you celebrating a special occasion, or just feel like treating yourselves? We also offer unparalleled in house dining experiences with Michelin star quality private chefs, and gourmet catering packages, enabling you to focus on relaxing while we cater to your every desire. We can create the ultimate luxury package including spa treatments, massages and yoga lessons in our separate yoga studio and deck.

SUSTAINABLE APPROACH… Calabash Bay Lodge is eco-friendly, running on Greenpower energy, a septic waste system and is cleaned with chemical-free products, so as to have the lowest footprint on our pristine natural environment. We prioritise local business suppliers and preference Australian suppliers.

WHATEVER THE OCCASION, Calabash Bay Lodge is a beautiful place to relax, indulge, and celebrate life. We invite you to share the experience with us.

Please note well, we are unable to accept stays for commencement on Saturdays or Sundays. Changeover dates unless already specified for a specific season are Monday or Friday.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King bed
  • Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
  • Bedroom 3: King bed
  • Bedroom 4: King bed
  • Beds in other rooms:
  • 1 Family bathroom, 2 En suites

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Ask about pets
  • 2 Cribs
  • High chair

Access

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Air conditioning
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Waterfront
  • Solarium or roof terrace
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Boat available
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Staffed property
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Interaction with guest

Calabash Bay Lodge is booked on an Exclusive Use basis by one group at a time. Our guest relations manager Manuel will meet you at the Berowra Waters public wharf at your pre confirmed check in time, ready to take you by boat up to Calabash Bay, 10 minutes away. Once you’ve docked at our private pontoon, he’ll take you on a tour of the property, explaining where to find everything, and how to make the most of your time at Calabash Bay Lodge based on your interests. Once you’re settled in, Manuel will leave you to your exclusive, private enjoyment of the Lodge, however, he is available by phone to provide any further assistance throughout your stay.
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

100% refund100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
Booking confirmed
50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
24 hours after booking
25% refund25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($1,319.00) $2,000.00

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

Pets are permitted on an outdoors only basis subject to prior request and approval by management. We have safe contained weatherproof sleeping space for them on our outdoor deck immediately adjacent the indoor living area. A $300 pet bond applies in addition to the standard refundable damage deposit.

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About the owner

Kim E.
Calendar last updated:
30 Apr 2024

Years listed:
12

Based in:
Australia
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews

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Jamie B
Sydney, Australia

Total relaxation
Dec 2023

Calabash Bay Lodge was the perfect place for our family to get some much needed rest and relaxation. The house is perfectly located with postcard worthy views. We watched boats come and go, sea planes… More 

22 Jan 2024

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Sharyn L

Wild Luxury 10/10
Nov 2023

An unbelievable experience in an extraordinary location. Our second time staying here. Everything you could possibly need to make this stay a relaxing and luxurious one has been thought of. Staying he… More 

2 Jan 2024

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bech360
Sydney, Australia

The perfect choice for a luxury getaway!
Nov 2023

I cannot recommend Calabash Bay Lodge highly enough. The house is superbly appointed with everything we needed (and more!) for a fantastic weekend away with friends. Perched on high above the river, y… More 

19 Nov 2023

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ErowalBay
Sydney, Australia

Complete luxury and more on a river
Aug 2023

Wow, wow and wow! Calabash Bay Lodge is truly outstanding! Water, bush, and complete luxury all rolled into one. And only one hour out of Sydney which meant we were able to escape the world and its pr… More 

20 Aug 2023

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CKilroe

Breathtakingly beautiful
Jun 2023

My husband and I stayed for a weekend and it was exceptional! Manny and Claire were the most wonderful hosts. We were picked up on the Friday afternoon in Manny’s boat. A comfortable and ver… More 

13 Jun 2023

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Kim (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

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Send Kim (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

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How do I pay for my holiday?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Kim (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

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Why can't I call Kim (the owner) before booking?

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How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

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You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Kim (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Kim (the owner) a message.

If Kim (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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