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Surf Side Retreat

3.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful escape in the garden and terrace at this retreat with practical touches like express check-in and self parking available

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At Surf Side Retreat, guests wake to ocean sounds while enjoying modern comforts. The property offers in-room WiFi, garden paths for morning walks, and a terrace for afternoon relaxation. Practical services include dry cleaning and luggage storage for hassle-free stays.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Queen Traditional Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Queen Traditional Suite

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 140 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen and Single Traditional Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Queen and Single Traditional Suite

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 140 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Family Room

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Old Bar, Surf Side Retreat is near the beach. Taree Golf Club and Tallwoods Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Khappinghat Nature Reserve and Khappinghat National Park. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
25 Old Bar Rd, Old Bar, NSW, 2430

What's nearby

  • Old Bar Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Bar Community Library - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Apex Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cable Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Molong Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Taree Station - 16 min drive
  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Bar Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Club Old Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Flow Espresso Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bon Appetite Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wallabi Point Coastal Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Surf Side Retreat

Property highlights
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Surf Side Retreat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Meeting rooms, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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

Property is also known as

Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse Old Bar
Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse
Surf Side Retreat Old Bar
Surf Side Retreat Old Bar
Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse
Surf Side Retreat Guesthouse Old Bar

Frequently asked questions

Is Surf Side Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Surf Side Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Surf Side Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Surf Side Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Surf Side Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Old Bar Park and Old Bar Community Library. Apex Park and Cable Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Surf Side Retreat Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a short stay but super comfy and homely. Had the best sleep and Kate was so accomodating. Will stay again and recommend to anybody.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Wal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For my purpose - an overnight stay by myself - it was excellent. Clean, tidy and well located. Easy, friendly check in, a nice hot shower and a comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sadri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schöner Aufenthalt

Schönes Hotel mit Self- Checkin und Checkout
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to town and beach.Nicely appointed room and good communication. Off street parking,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was so inviting , the bed was very comfortable and the shower was excellent. Located in great position close to everything. Loved our stay will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!! Lovely venue, very comfortable:) a great place to chill out!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Let Yourself In.

Surf Side Retreat is a house that has been divided into four self contained apartments. We needed an overnight stay close to Old Bar to visit a family member who doesn't have space to put us up. We turned up around 4.00pm and directions were given by a card on the front door. I had tried to research this property but the website was not working. Found a set of stairs to second level which was not so easy to negotiate for oldies like us. Room was clean and comfortable, wifi was good, TV was tiny but OK. Made a cup of tea but anything else would have been tricky with the microwave at ground level. Went visiting and out for dinner. On our return, found that all the onsite parking was taken so we parked on the street. Left around 9.00am and had we been two minutes earlier, would have missed the manager, who introduced herself as we were packing the car. Probably would not stay here again because of the stairs, the parking and the impersonal approach. Also, a bit overpriced, I thought.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018