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Starfish Cottage
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Starfish Cottage

Dogs
Welcome
Size cap
No cap
Pet fee
No pet fee
Where
Summerland Point, NSW
Policy checked
2026-06-11

Pet policy

Yes, Starfish Cottage in Summerland Point, NSW, allows dogs to stay overnight. Pet Policy Summary: - Size Limits: Multiple sources indicate that dogs of any size are welcome, though some listings for similar names may have restrictions, the primary listing for the "Starfish Cottage Lakehouse" indicates a flexible policy. - Fees: There is no additional pet fee mentioned for the main BringFido listing. - Rooms/Areas: As it is a 3-bedroom holiday house, pets are typically allowed throughout the property. If you'd like, I can help you: - Find the exact listing on Booking.com or Stayz to confirm cu

Pet fee: No pet fee

Starfish Cottage is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom holiday home at Cams Wharf on the Summerland Point side of Lake Macquarie, with direct lakefront access, a patio, a balcony and an outdoor dining area. It is set up as a relaxed, self-catered base for a lake holiday, and it is listed as pet-friendly across the major booking sites.

Dog access and rules. Dogs are welcome throughout the house, with two living areas and a patio giving plenty of room to settle in. Expect the usual holiday-rental expectations: dogs kept off furniture and not left unattended inside. Fees vary by listing, some show no extra pet charge while others mention a small cleaning fee, so confirm the exact terms with the host at booking.

What to bring. Some listings mention a kennel and food bowls on site, but bring your own bed, bowls and toys to be sure your dog is comfortable. The property backs onto open water, so keep dogs supervised near the lake edge rather than assuming a fenced boundary.

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Direct lake access is the drawcard here, but that also means no barrier between the yard and the water, so keep a lead handy for the first look around.

Getting there. The cottage is at 8 Gordon Ave, Summerland Point (Cams Wharf), roughly an hour north of Sydney or 30-40 minutes south of Newcastle depending on traffic. Free private parking is available on site, with enough room for multiple cars or a boat trailer.

Nearby with the dogs. Quiet lakeside walking trails run close to the property, and the wider Lake Macquarie area has off-leash options, though it pays to check council signage before letting dogs off lead. Cafes in Summerland Point and Swansea offer dog-friendly outdoor seating if you want to head out for coffee.

A good pick for a couple or family wanting lake frontage and space to spread out, rather than a curated pet program. Confirm pet fees and any house rules directly with the host before you book.

Sources

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.

Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.

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