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Lake Macquarie

The scenic Caves Beach to Pinny Beach coastal walk.

Lake Macquarie, NSW, travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights

This low-key holiday spot just 90 minutes' north of Sydney is spread across a staggering 174 kilometres of shoreline and 90 towns.

Little Sea Sea, Swansea Heads, NSW, with the water just out the folding doors and over the deck

Little Sea Sea apartment review: Absolute waterfront at Swansea Heads, NSW

This stylish two-bedroom apartment has a prime waterfront position at one of NSW's most underrated destinations - Lake Macquarie.

  • by Sheriden Rhodes
A scenic flights over the Lake Macquarie region.

Things to do in Lake Macquarie, New South Wales: A relaxed, family-friendly coastal retreat

This coastal town retains that magical, relaxed feel that harks back to simpler times, minus the mass-scale development.

  • by Sheriden Rhodes
Sunset at Lake Macquarie, NSW.

Weekend getaways from Sydney: Lake Macquarie, Caves Beach and Blacksmiths Beach

You don't need to travel far from Sydney to enjoy some of Australia's most pristine beaches.

  • by Sheriden Rhodes
Belmont, near Swansea New South Wales

Swansea, New South Wales: Travel guide and things to do

Swansea (including Lake Macquarie, Blacksmiths and Belmont) is a major town on Lake Macquarie.

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Toronot, NSW

Toronto, New South Wales: Travel guide and things to do

Toronto is a substantial township on the shore of Lake Macquarie.

Belmont, near Swansea New South Wales

Belmont, New South Wales: Travel guide and things to do

Tourist resort on the shore of Lake Macquarie

Selby

Selby Cottage, Lake Macquarie review: Old dame works her charm

On the banks of Lake Macquarie, Selby Cottage warms up the wedded chill for Bellinda Kontominas.

Bluebell Retreat, Lake 
 Macquarie.

Bluebell Retreat, Lake Macquarie review: Designs on the perfect retreat

Set in the bush and with views across Lake Macquarie, this beautifully realised lodge both delights and frustrates Anna Anderson.

Winji Jimmi Cottage,

Winji Jimmi, Chain Valley Bay review: Water, water everywhere

Even the pouring rain couldn't dilute Winji Jimmi's appeal as the perfect place to cool your heels, writes Peter Vincent.