Christina's B and B - Lake Macquarie

Property Description

CHRISTINA'S B&B - LAKE MACQUARIE - the ideal place for romantic getaways. Especially for your anniversary, birthday, or just because you need a relaxing break. Luxurious, peaceful, and private.

4 1/2 STAR QUALITY RATING ~ NRMA / AAA Tourism No 99757 ~ (genuine independent rating - NOT an inflated self opinion)

AUSTRALIAN TOP TEN 4.5 STAR BED & BREAKFAST - 2010

AWARD WINNER - HUNTER - CENTRAL COAST EXCELLENCE IN TOURISM - HOSTED ACCOMMODATION AWARD - 2009 + 2010 + 2011 - HALL OF FAME

AWARD WINNER - HUNTER EXCELLENCE IN TOURISM - NEW TOURISM AWARD - 2008

AWARD WINNER - REGIONAL SUSTAINABLE URBAN DESIGN AWARD - 2008

"THE BEST B&B I've ever stayed in for a long time.

I was impressed by the look of the building, then Tina and John greeted us and made us feel very welcome. They showed us our room and it was beautiful. Breakfast was amazing the presentation and the food was full of surprises it was like having your breakfast in a 5 star hotel - I think this is even better. Tina and John such a nice couple and they are very helpful at all times and they know the area very well so they can give you lots of good tips on where to go and see if you are looking for something to do during your stay. Overall if anyone is looking for a romantic get away or somewhere to relax this is the place. You can be as active as you want or just relax and chill out." - Trip Advisor

"AMAZING It was a great weekend away and exactly what we needed. By far the best hospitality of any B&B we have stayed at, John and Tina made us feel welcomed (without overcrowding us). They were very helpful; providing suggestions for things to do/places to eat and kindly arranged kayaks, dinner reservations etc for us. The mermaid room was very romantic! I loved the shower and double spa and of course the food was divine! I would definitely recommend staying at Christina's, you will love it!" - Trip Advisor.

* WATERFRONT private balconies, Note: Garden Room has north facing private garden balcony... "Your B&B Christina's would have to be the most stylish hotel in Australia. ..."

* ARCHITECT'S AND INTERIOR DESIGNER'S OWN HOUSE - contemporary design AND comfortable AND environmentally friendly AND wheelchair accessible - AAA Tourism.

* QUIET - double-glazed French doors, insulated, noise resistant construction... "...We really enjoyed the peace and quiet. We hope to be back for our next anniversary."

* COMFORT - reverse-cycle air conditioning, Note: Rooms are naturally warm in winter cool in summer + fresh air fan... "Room is lovely and comfy with everything we could want."

* EN-SUITE bathrooms (one with DOUBLE SPA BATH)... "It is such a gorgeous place (love the spa) and with an eye for detail."

* BEDS - best quality queen-sized beds with best quality linen. Note: Garden Room has king / twin beds... "...one of the most amazing places we have stayed...with the most comfortable beds EVER."

* TELEVISON - high definition flat screen television & DVD player in your room... "...DVD library, stocked with an up-to-date collection of flicks, including a few of my favourites: Mamma Mia!, Moulin Rouge!, Dirty Dancing and Closer."

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LAKE MACQUARIE - CLOSE TO SYDNEY YET A WORLD AWAY.

LAKE Macquarie is a large coastal lagoon 1 ½ hours drive north of central Sydney via the F3. Dora Creek is a small village on the western shores. The nice thing is that few know about LAKE Macquarie (or Dora Creek) which makes it such a good destination for a quiet time away for just the two of you.

SUNDAY DRIVE around the scenic lake stopping at lookouts, cafes and galleries

WATERFRONT WALK hand in hand along scenic nature reserve at your door

HOSPITALITY:

Afternoon tea served on arrival...

Short walk or drive to a choice of RESTAURANTS.

GOURMET BREAKFAST with espresso coffee included in sunny cafe style lounge at a time to suit you, before a leisurely check out at midday.

The ideal accommodation for businesspeople:

Peaceful and quiet,

Luxury queen or king bed (Seally Posturepedic),

Broadband wireless internet, fax, scanner, copier.

MID-WEEK SINGLE PERSON RATES - $180 and $200 including full breakfast

On site

Check In 3pm 1500

Check Out 12pm 1200

CONDITIONS:

Christina's B&B is ideal for intimate short breaks for adult couples. Therefore in the interests of maintaining this ambience, we do not cater for additional adults in room, or children or pets (except guide dogs). There is alternative accommodation nearby that may better suit.

Non-smoking property - OK on jetty

Damage or excessive soiling will be charged to your credit card or cash deposit.

For the comfort of all guests no visitors are permitted entry to Christina's without consent.

CODE OF ETHICS - CHRISTINA'S B&B undertakes the following:

GUESTS FIRST POLICY: to respond quickly to all guest enquiries and requests.

ACCURATE AND FACTUAL REPRESENTATION: to promote with accurate descriptions, and with no misleading superlatives - including: genuine quality ratings, awards, reviews.

COMPLIANCE: to comply with all applicable laws.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST: to not allow any preferred relationship to interfere with guests' interests.

DISCLOSURE: to provide details of terms and conditions prior to receiving any guest's deposit.

SECURITY: to secure all guests personal information including credit card details.

DISCRETION: to not disclose any guest's names or any personal details

RESPONSIVENESS: to respond promptly and courteously to any guest complaints.

QUALITY STANDARDS: to maintain high standards of presentation, maintenance and cleanliness on our property.

FOOD HANDLING: to maintain food handling standards to safeguard the health of guests.

Perfect for a quiet, intimate, romantic weekend break.

This is a place to stop, relax and reconnect with each other - chill out...

Dora Creek and Lake Macquarie offer many activities;

Dora Creek waterfront - fishing, kayaking, sailing, bird watching.

Waterfront walk - 3 km under trees on waters edge.

Drive through countryside, forests, mountains, or just relax in the sun with the paper.

We can book any of the following activities on your behalf:

- Choice of restaurants nearby

- Kayaks

- Horse riding

- Lake cruise

- Beauty and massage treatments at Day Spa

Drive through countryside, forests, mountains, or just relax in the sun with the paper.

Drive to ocean beaches - Birdie Beach - unspoiled National Park, Catherine Hill Bay,

Drive around the lake stopping off to take it in, for lunch, coffee, galleries, scenic lookouts

Art Galleries:

Lake Macquarie on lake side with cafe / restaurant

Dobell House on lake side - Archibald winner

Mandalong Gallery - Aboriginal Art

Newcastle Gallery

Morisset Golf course nearby - excellent reputation

Lake Macquarie (Awaba) is the largest seawater coastal lake in Australia being four times larger than Sydney Harbour. The lake has extensive waterfront reserves, beautiful sailing conditions, secluded bays, great fishing...

Dora Creek (Doree Doree) is the largest river flowing into the lake.

Nearby:

Myuna Bay - Sports and Recreation Centre,

Eraring Power Station,

Cooranbong - Sanitarium Factory

Martinsville - picturesque countryside

Morisset Township

Watagan Mountains and Forest

Wangi Wangi - Sir William Dobell

Rathmines - Heritage Catalina Air Base

Toronto - Lake Cruises

Catherine Hill Bay - Historic Mining Town

Newcastle

Birdie Beach

Directions from SYDNEY:

North on F3 freeway - 50 minutes @ 100km/hr

Exit at MORISSET -turn right and follow Route 133 to DORA CREEK - 5 minutes,

Over bridge - turn right into Dora Street, and right again into Wamsley Street,

At waterfront turn left into DOREE PLACE. (Total time: 1.5 hours from Sydney downtown)

CHRISTINA'S B&B is at the end of the cul-de-sac.

GPS: Latitude: -33.085270 Longitude: 151.5031

Alternatively you can come by TRAIN - Newcastle Line (2 hours from Central / 2:25 hours from Sydney Airport)