Raffertys Resort is located in Cams Wharf which features quiet picnic spots, a boat ramp and tranquil views across the lake. Lakeshores Accommodation manages the only 4.5 star self catering accommodation in the resort and provides the perfect escape for your next family holiday, romantic weekend away or social getaway. Group bookings are always welcome!
Raffertys Resort offers leisure and recreation facilities including 3 tennis courts, 4 swimming pools, a private jetty and boat ramp. Kayaking and stand up paddle boarding as well as thrilling jet boat rides are available from the onsite Jetbuzz boat hire. There are also a number of BBQ areas around the resort and children's' playgrounds for your enjoyment.
Catherine Hill Bay is only a short drive away and is an excellent surfing beach and is patrolled in the summer months. This village is set in bush land and used to be a miners village and this is represented well by the style of the old miners cottages that line the streets. Catho Pub is a popular spot for meals and entertainment and is a must to see as well as the famous Catherine Hill Bay Jetty.
Caves Beach is another local attraction that is worth seeing while you stay at Raffertys Resort. It is only a short 5 minute drive and you will be greeted by pristine white sand, great surfing and swimming beaches as well as the a network of sea caves at the southern end of the beach, which can be explored at low tide. The beach runs for just 300m to the north to Hams Beach. With well maintained BBQ facilities and picnic areas, Caves Beach is a great family day out.
Swansea is the local township where you can go for your grocery shopping as well as take-away shops and convenience stores. While in this area take a look at the Swansea opening Bridge that opens on the hour (subject to boats needing to enter or exit the channel) . Swansea Channel is a fast moving tidal entrance/exit to the lake and a popular spot for fishing as well.
Belmont is approximately 15 minutes drive and is the yachting centre of Eastern Lake Macquarie. Enjoy a meal at the 16 foot sailing club, or the Lake Macquarie Yacht club or just stop by for a coffee while overlooking the lake at Deck 56 Cafe.
If you want to see more of the area some places we would suggest are Newcastle Anzac Walk, Speers Point Children's playground, Warners Bay for Ice Skating and coffee culture and art work along the walking trails. Charlestown for movies, ten pin bowling and Max Brenner Chocolate shop. If you would like to go for a bit of a drive only 40 minutes takes you to Heddon Greta Drive-in for a wonderful family experience watching movies under the stars. The Reptile Park is also 45 minutes away situated in Somersby where you can see Elvis the Bone Crusher Crocodile and his cousin the creepy crawly snakes and lizards.
If you would prefer walking trails and wildlife spotting there are many walking trails in the area, some quiet easy to manage with concrete paths and others more challenging for the experienced hiker. We are only happy to provide more information on these areas if required.
While in the resort you can walk to Murrays Beach and have a relaxed brunch at the Lakehouse Cafe or enjoy Italian at the onsite EL Lago restuarant.
