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Christina's B&B - Lake Macquarie (Bed and Breakfast)  |
Host(s): Tina Jaffray + John Mason |
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CHRISTINA'S - the ideal place for romantic getaways. Especially your anniversary, birthday, or just because you need a break. Luxurious, peaceful, and private.
QUALITY:
* WINNER - Hunter Region Awards for Excellence in Tourism - NEW Tourism Development AWARD - 2008
* WINNER - Lower Hunter Urban Design Awards - Sustainable Development AWARD - 2008
* 4 ½ STAR rating - AAA Tourism (ID 99 757)- highest genuine rating on the Lake Macquarie waterfront.
"Your B&B Christina's would have to be the most stylish hotel in Australia. It was lovely from the first instance that you welcomed us at your front door to the luxurious room overlooking the lake. The ambience in the guest room was superb and very well decorated. The breakfast was delicious, fresh and very filling. It was a great way to escape our busy lives in the city. See you again." - N&M - Sydney - 13 July 2008
CHRISTINA'S BED AND BREAKFAST:
Quiet, private rooms with:-
* waterfront balconies,
* double-glazed French doors,
* insulated, noise resistant construction,
* reverse-cycle air conditioning,
* en-suite bathrooms (one with DOUBLE SPA BATH),
* best quality queen-sized beds with best quality linen.
* DVD library and high definition flat screen television in your room.
Christina's personalised, boutique accommodation sits in a niche between motels and five star resorts.
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.
TYPICAL GUEST REVIEWS:
"Tina and John, Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality. You created the perfect balance between attentiveness and privacy. We hope to come back one day! All the best to you." - C&M - Sydney - 3 August 2008
"Only one word can describe our stay, "perfect". Thanks for your warm hospitality. ps breakfast was awesome." - L&J - Sydney - 03 June 2008.
"This place is a gem! Beautifully decorated and so warm. Wish we weren't leaving so soon! John, Tina, Thanks so much for your hospitality from the moment we walked in. We will be back! ps brekkie was simply awesome." - T&C - Sydney - 19 April 2008 .
ENVIRONMENTAL:
Award winning Architect's own 5 STAR energy efficient home - naturally heated by the sun - winter warmth from dawn till after dark.
* Environmentally friendly - AAA Tourism
* 5 star energy efficiency rating - NatHERS
ACCESSIBLE:
* Access friendly - AAA Tourism
CLOSE TO SYDNEY YET A WORLD AWAY.
LAKE MACQUARIE "Lake Macquarie is largely undiscovered... But perhaps most surprising is that this glorious expanse of water... is virtually on Sydney's doorstep. It is less than an hour's drive from the city's northern fringes." - Sue Milne - The Australian. - "between the Central Coast and Hunter Valley"
DORA CREEK (DOREE DOREE) "Pop 1,312. (102km N Sydney) Small village nestled on the shoreline of Lake Macquarie and Dora Creek incorporating a quaint shopping precinct." - NRMA |
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Quiet, private rooms with:-
* waterfront balconies,
* double-glazed French doors,
* insulated, noise resistant construction,
* reverse-cycle air conditioning,
* en-suite bathrooms (one with DOUBLE SPA BATH),
* best quality queen-sized beds with best quality linen.
* DVD library and high definition flat screen television in your room. |
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CLOSE TO SYDNEY YET A WORLD AWAY.
LAKE MACQUARIE "Lake Macquarie is largely undiscovered... But perhaps most surprising is that this glorious expanse of water... is virtually on Sydney's doorstep. It is less than an hour's drive from the city's northern fringes." - Sue Milne - The Australian. - "between the Central Coast and Hunter Valley"
DORA CREEK (DOREE DOREE) "Pop 1,312. (102km N Sydney) Small village nestled on the shoreline of Lake Macquarie and Dora Creek incorporating a quaint shopping precinct." - NRMA
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03:00 pm |
| Check Out Time : : |
12:00 pm |
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Deposit: 50% to secure booking
Cancellation: Refund deposit if given 14 days notice given
Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard
Smoking: Non-smoking property - OK on jetty.
Wheelchairs: Fully accessible
Breakfast: Full gourmet breakfast included in tariff
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).
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.
All information provided remains confidential.
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In just over an hours drive from Sydney you can STEP AWAY to ...
Pristine Beaches & Vast Waterways - Unspoilt beaches, rugged cliff faces, rock platforms and secluded bays. Delight in our lake systems where you can fish, sail, swim, kayak, cruise and enjoy water sports.
Family Fun - Enjoy entertainment, attractions and aquatic activities at The Entrance and Ettalong.
Sophistication - Experience al fresco cafes, boutiques, markets and galleries at Terrigal and Avoca.
Natures Backyard - Explore wildlife parks, scenic lookouts, Aboriginal sites and National Parks.
Undiscovered Hinterland - Discover historic towns like the Yarramalong and Dooralong valleys.
Accommodation ? Boutique Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, Holiday Homes, [more info] |
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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)
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