Located close to Blackbutt Reserve and Glenrock State Conervation, Werekataba provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
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About this property
Werekataba
Family-friendly apartment near Blackbutt Reserve
Located close to Glenrock State Conervation and Newcastle International Hockey Centre, Werekataba provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool
Free self parking
Games and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Werekataba offer comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
101-cm flat-screen TVs with DVD players
Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and kitchens
Mount Hutton, a neighborhood in Newcastle, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blackbutt Reserve and Glenrock State Conervation, while Merewether Ocean Baths and Newcastle Showground are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Newcastle International Hockey Centre. Visit our Newcastle travel guide
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Werekataba?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.
What time is check-out at Werekataba?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Werekataba located?
Set in Newcastle, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Blackbutt Reserve, Glenrock State Conervation, and Newcastle International Hockey Centre. Merewether Ocean Baths and Newcastle Showground are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Werekataba Reviews
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9.8
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lee
9 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An amazing place to stay - beautiful, lovely hosts, great location and everything you need. We will definitely come back to stay next time we are in Australia
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Alison
16 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
So relaxing
Absolutely beautiful place to stay. So peaceful and relaxing. The owners are lovely people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Michel
8 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious block of land with many garden areas. Quiet, peaceful, birdlife and host easy to talk to . No traffic noise. Was delightful two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Bev
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enchanting and unique property surrounded by beautiful gardens. John greeted us and assisted my elderly mother (wheeler) and with our bags then showed us the rooms etc.
We were worried about being cold in the middle of winter but were kept comfortably warm with the a/c in bedrooms and electric blankets etc. This is a lovely place every travellers need has been provided for and we would love stay at again when visiting Newcastle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kevin
17 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic place.
Everything was as you could hope for.
Owner was helpful and gave good advice. Accommodation was spacious extremely well equipped.
Pool was decent size and clean.
Extensive interesting gardens which were peaceful.
So relaxing. Wish we had more time to stay longer.
An absolute delight to stay there and would recommend to anyone.
Laundry facilities (free) were great.
Various food etc available for our use.
Warner Bay is a delight and provides wonderful sunsets.
Thanks John and Elizabeth.
John and Elizabeth have created a lovely relaxing place to stay, the time we spent at Werekataba exceeded our expectation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Kim
17 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful and serene setting.
Beds comfortable and warm.
Very clean and well maintained.
Fully equipped kitchen to cook in.
John and Elizabeth lovely and very accommodating.
Can’t recommend this beautiful place high enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Doug
19 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and calming nature setting, with all the amenities for a peaceful and relaxful stay. Very highly recommended
The photos don’t do this place justice, it’s incredibly beautiful. The hosts were so welcoming and the property was filled with thoughtful touches.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Petra
16 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
What a wonderful property. We were welcomed by the owner, very nice people. The property has a wonderful and welcoming feel. It's tucked away in the bush and very quiet, but so close to everything. We absolutely loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Becky
23 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
loved that it was nice and quiet yet so close to everything.
property was lovely alot of time and effort gone into it.
tidy modern unit with pretty much everything you could want
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ella
11 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a haven! John and Elizabeth’s home is truly one of a kind. They have created a little oasis for themselves and the guests that are lucky enough to stay on their property. The property is cosy and comfortable and has everything you need for a relaxing stay! We loved how eco conscious everything was and would absolutely recommend staying to anybody!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Angela
7 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would highly recommend this property to anyone with children I stayed with my 4 and 5 yr old and It was perfect. The home was very welcoming and cozy, the pool was very close and they have a gorgeous little dog which the boys loved getting to play with. There was also so many little touch's that made staying there feel special like brownie treats on the table on arrival fresh milk, eggs ect in the fridge and so much more. Can't wait to go back again for another stay!
Gorgeous cottage surrounded by a stunning landscaped garden. It felt like we were deep in the forest. It was so peaceful and pretty all around. Inside the house was immaculate and very cosy. Everything you need and more! When we arrived John was there to greet us and show us around. John was very friendly and helpful. There was even fresh milk in the fridge and little cupcakes for a sweet welcome :-) We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
ADAM
6 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
30 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
John welcomed us on arrival and showed us around the property. Very comfortable, private and homely with all the amenities we required and a very eclectic book selection. A definite "find" for our stays in Newcastle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
27 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location is very convenient to the shops and the lake. It is hidden from the main road and is very private. We loved being surrounded by nature. Great place for a family with young kids. We had an amazing time at this accommodation. Thank you Elizabeth and John, you both are fantastic hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn
2 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Best find, you can’t go past this
I would highly recommend this property to anyone travelling to the region. Prior to our arrival we had clear communication from John with details for our arrival as we would be coming in late. The property has everything you need and more. I enjoyed having our own space, yes it is joined onto the back of the house connected by a door, but we heard nothing and had our own entry.
The property was very spacious and had everything. A full kitchen with condiments, cereals and fresh milk. The lounge was full of books, videos and movies. So much to do, with so little time. Lounge was very comfy to sit back and watch TV. The bedrooms were spacious with their own fan/heating and electric blankets. The bathroom was huge with spa bathtub. Wished I had time to use it. Their was also a laundry and an outside patio area with table/chairs.
The property is located on 2 acres with beautiful gardens and a pool you could use when warm.
I found this accommodation so peaceful and with everything there, we really didn’t need to go anywhere.
We will definitely stay here again when in the area.
Great value and thank you John.
Great place to stay that is quiet and has everything you need. The hosts are fantastic and very friendly and helpful. Visited many times now as it feels like a second home.
Relaxing and quiet with fantastic amenities - perfect for a family of 4 or a couple. Plenty of room to relax and enjoy the pool, large grounds to explore and cook up a storm in the fully equipped kitchen or outdoor BBQ. Beautiful big bathroom with spa bath and separate shower. Close to shopping, dining out and Lake MacQuarie.