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"Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage

Lakefront vacation home with private pool and kitchen

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Beach
Pool
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Combined shower/tub, jetted tub, soap, toilet paper
Lilly’s Pad, an absolute waterfront retreat in Lemon Tree Passage – Port Stephens, offers a charming getaway for extended families. Enjoy boating and fishing from the front yard or unwind on the verandah watching dolphins pass by while koalas roam around.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

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

"Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage

Lilly’s Pad is a charming 7 bedroom, 4 bathroom absolute waterfront retreat in Lemon Tree Passage – Port Stephens. With a large in-ground pool, updated kitchen, 3 living areas, free WiFi, double garage, car port and loads of off street parking, this property will sleep up to 20 people, making it an ideal getaway for extended families … including their pets !

The 7 bedrooms consist of :
Room 1: 1 x Queen bed
Room 2: 1 x Queen bed and 1 x single
Room 3: 1 x Queen bed
Room 4: 2 x Single bunks (4 singles)
Room 5: 2 x Single bunks (4 singles)
Room 6: 1 x Queen bed and 1 x single
Room 7: 1 x Queen bed

With the front yard leading directly onto a beautiful white sandy lake front beach, you can literally enjoy boating and fishing from the front yard. If you enjoy boating, Nelsons Bay, Shoal Bay, Soldiers Point are all a 10-15 min boat ride away from the front yard.

Relax on the front verandah and watch pods of dolphins pass by or a koala climbing a tree in the front yard.

We want you to enjoy your holiday as a whole family, so pets are allowed, but please keep them on a lead or in the fenced yard as we get Koalas roaming around the front yard !

Enjoy the beautiful natural surrounds with a bike/walking trail out the front which leads you down to Lemon Tree Passage Marina (about a 20 min walk)

The Kitchen is fully equipped with cooking utensils and including BBQ and BBQ utensils has a walk in pantry and breakfast bar. We also supply duvets, duvet covers, pillow, pillowcases, mattress protectors, bath mats and kitchen towels. We ask that you supply your own fitted and flat sheet as well as your own towels.

Newcastle airport and Oakvale Farm are a 15min drive away, with other facilities within a 3klm radius including:
* Lemon Tree Passage Marina - one of the best boat launching facilities in NSW
* Amazing park and nature reserves
* Tanilba Bay Golf Course
* Koala Shore Caravan Park
* Coles, shops, restaurants
* Lemon Tree Passage Bowling Club

We do have strict policy in relation to 'visitors' to the property thus only those nominated and accepted on our booking form are permitted to be on the property. This property is not available for parties or functions, including end of school or uni group holidays, Bucks and Hens parties. Breach of these policies can result in cancellation of your booking and/or deposit.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please put any used diapers into the red bins before leaving. Also please leave any meat to be thrown in the freezer. This will avoid problems with the bins and will be thrown out by the cleaner.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The property is great for families as the house is situated in a quiet, peaceful area and we have a strict "no party policy".

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-12178, 2319

Property is also known as

137553
"lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage Lemon Tree Passage
"lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Lemon Tree Passage, NSW

What's nearby

  • Tilligerry Creek - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mallabula Parkway Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Rookes Point Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 46 min drive - 31.0 miles
  • John Hunter Hospital - 48 min drive - 31.4 miles

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Mine Fish & Chips - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Heather's Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crest Birubi Beach - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Murray's Craft Brewing Co - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Alfonso’s Pizza - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is "Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tilligerry Creek, Tilligerry State Conservation Area, and Mallabula Parkway Reserve. Rookes Point Reserve and Gir-um-bit State Conservation Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

"Lilly's Pad" - Lemon Tree Passage Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Waterfront stay

Perfect house for large gatherings and families to get together , location beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great getaway

We have stay here a number of times and will keep coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Philomina G.

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

Beautiful place to stay

Excellent quite beautiful location and house to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose B.

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

Another perfect stay

This was our 5th year staying at Lilly’s Pad for our annual weekend away and we wouldn’t stay anywhere else. Such a beautiful location and the house itself is very well equipped and easily copes with a large crowd.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue w.

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

Family getaway

A wonderful location for a family getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod D.

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

Great spot

Beautiful spot to stay with all the conveniences.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pip R.

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

Perfect Location

This was a perfect location for our extended family holiday. Bike path, easy access for our canoes. Space for cricket, board games, curling up with a book. We loved (free) bare foot bowling and going to the shark & sting ray centre. An amazing experience. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out and chill.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great house

Beautiful location and very comfortable accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary I.

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

A great weekend away!

Excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Lemon Tree Stay

Property was excellent, lovely quiet location with plenty of beds and space for a large group. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gio B.

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

Loved it

Property is beautifully situated in quiet neighbourhood. Owner was super available and fantastic to deal with. Thanks again for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelle J.

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

Perfect communal spaces in a functional venue

We enjoyed our stay here! It was affordable, had great facilities and we particularly appreciated the size of the communal space - it fit 18 adults very comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Debra O.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Birthday weekend

Location was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose B.

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

Just perfect, again

We come here every year and it is just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shae K.

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

Great family house!

Amazing stay at Lily’s place. We stayed with my family and my brothers family. So much room for everyone and the kids had a ball.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Totran D.

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

Excellent place

Great spacious house with a beautiful view. We want to rebook again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Wendy O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for a large family

Well set out for a large amount of people. Plenty of hang out spaces and bathrooms but also a large dining area for everyone to eat together. Good communication by the host. It could benefit from a deep clean though
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Penrith

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

Great getaway

House is in great location, quiet area with walks and water close by. Great place for fishing, swimming and relaxing. Love it we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We were disappointed in the age of the property and the floor needs a good clean. I was aware that usually families stay at the property and it would be excellent for them. Payer’s restaurant was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Phil P.

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

Quiet spot for big group

A nice secluded spot with good lake access and adequate fit out and amenities for a large group. Great value but a 35 min drive from Nelson bay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

john w.

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

Top spot

Very comfortable and well set up
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce D.

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

great location. Lots of space

Well set out with plenty of room both inside & outside. Great for our family group of 16 aged from 10 to 72
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

James H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good time

Great amount of space in a good location Cleanliness was slightly lacking but manageable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

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

Cousins Reunion

So much space! Beautiful view! Everything you need! Comfortable beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phill W.

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

Family Christmas get a way

A great property in an excellent location, very peaceful. Our family of 10 had a great time especially the grandkids they loved the pool the beach out the front and trying to catch some fish. Would highly recommend anyone wanting a great location for a small or large family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019