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Lakefront Farm Homestead, private jetty, close to beaches

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Coomba Bay, NSW
  • Place, Wallis Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wallingat National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Smiths Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

Coomba Bay

Located in Coomba Bay, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Wallis Lake and Wallingat National Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.4 mi (7 km) from Yahoo Island Nature Reserve and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Wallis Island Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Wallis Lake - 4 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Wallingat National Park - 9 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Yahoo Island Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Smiths Lake - 13 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Blueys Beach - 16 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beachhouse - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Country Palings Cafe and Gallery - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Recky - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Epilogue French restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Co - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront Farm Homestead, private jetty, close to beaches

Looking north across Wallis Lake, 'Katandra' is the historic waterfront property of Coomba Bay. As one of the longest running holiday rentals in the region, this unique property offers boutique accommodation with great access to the region's stunning beaches and attractions.

The tastefully renovated historic homestead (circa 1912) is nestled amongst grand fig trees & surrounded by long sweeping lawns. With 25 acres and it's own jetty, Katandra offers you a relaxing lakeside rural retreat.

An ideal location for couples seeking a romantic escape, great for friends looking to catch up & get together, or a perfect place for families with children. Enjoy darts, ping pong, bocce, croquet, play-fort, swing & expansive lawns. Guests can relax on the daybed, get-together on the huge verandah, stoke up the firepits, make wood-fired pizzas, cast a line or a crab pot from the jetty, paddle the kayaks or just snuggle by the fireplace.

Designed to accommodate a maximum of 8 people.
The homestead sleeps 6 and features three bedrooms: (two queen bedroom suites & a third bedroom with two single beds) All bed linen is provided and on arrival you will find the beds made and ready for you. The kitchen & bedrooms open out onto the wide country style verandah. Views sweep across the property, down to the waterfront & out over the lake itself. Views from the pizza oven encompass the mountains of Wallingat National Park.
Open plan living, quality furnishings, polished timber floors, beautiful towels, quality bed linen, & cosy throw rugs.

If you require a 4th bedroom there is a quaint 'sleep-out' separate from the main homestead. The 'sleep-out' offers another queen bedroom suite with gorgeous lake views, aircon, it's own verandah and is an additional $75 per night.

Guests can moor their boats on the jetty (not suitable for fixed keel yachts due to shallow depth).

Dining table, crockery, cutlery & glassware to entertain 8 people. Modern, well appointed kitchen with fridge, dishwasher, microwave, large gas oven & 5 burner stove top.

The lounge area features wood burning fire place, ample seating, plenty of cushions, digital TV.

Internal laundry with front loading washing machine.

Fully self-contained boutique accommodation, the only thing you need to bring with you is food & wine...

Features Include:

* Gorgeous Furnishings

* Additional Sleeping Options

* Country Style Inclusions

*Quality Towels & Bedlinen

* Weber BBQ

* Wide Country Style 'Wrap-Around' Verandah

* Luxury Day Bed

* Kids Play Fort & Swing

* Jetty, 5 kayaks (three adult, two kids), crab pot, limited fishing gear (BYO bait).

* Ping pong and darts, and assorted sports gear
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A flat-screen television with digital programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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-15323-2, 2428

Property is also known as

Katandra Homestead Old World Charm Lakefront House Coomba Bay

Katandra Homestead Old World Charm Lakefront House

Katandra Homestead Old World Charm Lakefront Coomba Bay

Katandra Homestead Old World Charm Lakefront

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Katandra Homestead Old World Charm on Lakefront Coomba Bay

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Lakefront Farm Homestead, private jetty, close to beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roslyn R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The outdoor settings were not clean, we had to clean off cobwebs from all the outside chairs & covers. The oven wasn’t clean ‘ we had to clean the BBQ befor we could use it. All the cushions were stained & not clean & pizza oven are needed to be cleaned.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Birthday Celebration

We loved our short stay at Katandra and didn't want to leave. The homestead is full of warmth and character, with the open kitchen/dining/lounge area, fire place and the wrap around verandah being the focal points for us. We also rented the separate cottage, also with a great view of the farm and the lake. Our dogs were kept comfortable with wide open space and fenced enclosure when needed. The wood fired pizzas are a must do for this property. We highly recommend this property for those wanting a comfortable and intimate stay. Recommend you bring all supplies needed for your stay, as the road into Coomba Bay is not in great shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Nick T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great spot for a weekend with old mates

Spacious and isolated which was great for a group of old mates, Excellent wide verandahs to laze about on and enjoy to view, a good chat a glass of red. There were a few maintenance issues but overall great spot for a weekend away with old mates.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Farmhouse Stay

We travelled here over the new year period for 6 nights (6 Adults). The owner was very quick to respond to all our messages, even getting us an early check-in which was great! House was immaculate with everything you need, including a huge Veranda with a dart board. We opted to have the sleep out too. Great decision! Wood fire oven got an absolute workout while we were there. Best Pizzas ever! the walk down to your own personal wharf is not too far. around about 200m or so. Super peaceful in the morning time! wind picks up in the arvo so get down there early!! 10/10 great house. great spot, extremely isolated! Would stay there again in a heartbeat Matt
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property

Beautiful spot. Spacious and pet friendly. They don’t mention the dog enclosure which was great for trips to the beach and national park which are close by
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Full of character

The house was full of charm and character. We had a rainy weekend unfortunately but the house was perfect for it with that lovely fireplace. 6 adults and 2 kids stayed for a weekend and we all had a great time. Some pros/nice touches: - they left us a bottle of bubbly to welcome us - the owners were around fixing things next door (so we didn’t ever really feel their presence) and we’re responsive to any issues including bringing a full gas bottle they had noticed was empty and fixing a lock/door - a decent amount of firewood was supplied, but we brought extra to crank it up over the weekend - the house and bedrooms are all as per the pictures and lovely Cons (to be fair and honest): - the sleep out door didn’t really shut properly but the owners sorted out a solution pretty swiftly, though we would have been in trouble if the wind hadn’t blown the door open to alert us to it. - the exhaust fan in the kitchen was broken - could do with one additional oil radiator heater as the sleep out had to rely on the reverse cycle which aren’t ideal for sleeping but that’s really nitpicking... Can’t really fault it more than that and we expect these kinds of things with old homes. If you’re thinking of kayaking - yeah it’s probably a bit too long a walk carrying a kayak to the water. Wifi was all good. Not much close by for food so roughly 10-15 min drive to cafes, etc. All in all, we’d go back to stay again in a heartbeat. The owners are great and the house is lovely and full of charm. The deck is a thing of beauty so maybe we’ll be back in the summer! I’d rate it 4.5 based on the couple of minor issues but that rounds up to 5, 4 would be a bit harsh.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Very easy process, owner sent lots of information making our stay fabulous. Beautiful farm house we loved it will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil Retreat

This is a quiet, quirky rural property with Wallis Lake access that is full of old fashioned charm. It was a brilliant place to stay for a quiet family double birthday reconnect getaway that was close to home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Thank you for providing us a perfect space to relax and rejuvenate

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This was a great property in a very peaceful destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family/dogs/jetskis-GOLD

Two families stayed, inluding two labradors and two jack Russell dogs. Laura has the place set up-magic country charm- if u like a Beer or wine to settle ur nerves/watch the dogs run around/nibblies platter as the sun settle -fire pit and the BBQ to finish/ - doesn’t get any better. Sounds like a novel!!! We launched our jet skis down the road-smashed up to the Forster for coffee, then out to sea to watch the whales, back in the river to s

10/10 Excellent

Belinda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil and relaxing

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Katandra Homestead. The house was very comfortable with everything you need for a quite country getaway. The kitchen and living area was inviting and the fireplace created a lovely ambiance. The beds comfortable and north facing so a lovely winter sun every morning. The deck area has several places to sit and enjoy depending on the time of day. The outlook across the paddocks to the lake was beautiful. The beaches and townships are all very close with nice places to eat and get a morning coffee. A special anniversary was the purpose of our stay and a bottle of bubbly left in the fridge for us was very much appreciated. Would love to return and soak up the atmosphere again:)

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Fabulous!

We could not fault our stay. We are a family of five, which includes two tweens and a 19-week puppy. We all had a wonderful time that was equal parts exploring and equal parts relaxing. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

A little piece of heaven with all the comforts of home.

A beautiful property in blissful surroundings, thankyou for sharing Katandra Homestead with us. My only complaint is that I don’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

Spectacular outlook and wildlife at your door

We have just spent a great family weekend at Katandra. The homestead is very well equipped and cosy. The outlook is amazing and we all enjoyed the variety of birdlife, deer, horses, cattle, flying foxes, micro bats and rabbits. Visits from the neighbours very friendly dogs and chooks were welcome and especially entertaining for our Granddaughter. A great place for a quiet getaway and we would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018