You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Morton Cottage at Lemon Tree - Pet Friendly - Walk to Water
Pet Friendly, Beach Cottage only 2 mins from Waterfront
This pet friendly and quirky cottage is only a 2 minute stroll to the waterfront and 11 minutes walk to Lemon Tree Passage Marina, cafes and the famous Poyers Restaurant. The perfect place for a small family to escape their busy lives with a huge yard for the kids to play in and space for the boat.
Featuring 2 bedrooms (main with queen size bed and second room with two king single beds) this property is beautifully furnished and very comfortable. The kitchen is fully equipped and the bathroom has a separate toilet to make it easier for 4 guests.
Enjoy a coffee in the screened front verandah, cook a BBQ at home or wander down to the waterfront and enjoy the serenity that comes with life in Lemon Tree Passage.
Please Note: This property does not have Wifi
Note: This property will not accept school leaver or party bookings.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Tilligerry Creek. You'll find features like laundry facilities. 1.5 bathrooms and a balcony/patio are available in the vacation home.
Air-conditioned home with washing machine, 1.5 bathrooms, and balcony or patio
Amenities include laundry facilities
Just a 3-minute drive from Tilligerry Creek and 6 minutes from Tilligerry State Conservation Area
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony/patio
Barbecue grill
Garden
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the ocean
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave 2 sets of keys inside the property and return 1 set to the lockbox when leaving.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-11470
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Morton Cottage at Lemon Tree
Pet Friendly Beach Cottage only 2 mins from Waterfront
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Morton Cottage at Lemon Tree - Pet Friendly - Walk to Water Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 25 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 25 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
4.0/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Judy o.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable accommodation in a beautiful area.
Judy o.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
joanne g.
10 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
The property was very clean and description of property spot on
joanne g.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Susan H.
3 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lemon Tree Passage hideaway
It was a great place to spend Christmas. close proximity to parks and water. Great Pizza place and fish and chips.
so enjoyed staying there.
Susan H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
JAYE B.
1 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very much enjoyed.
We were very comfortable in our accommodation and enjoyed our stay.
JAYE B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Helen L., Shoal Bay NSW
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
great spot to recharge!
If its a quiet holiday in an area of great natural beauty - this cottage is just the spot. Friendly neighbourhood and 1 minute to the waters edge. Perfect!
Helen L.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Lesley V.
30 Apr 2023
A week at Lemon Tree Passage
Chose it because it was pet friendly.
Accomodation: Basic
Good grassy area for our small dog to play and good local dog walking areas.
Lesley V.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Helen J.
11 Apr 2023
Cosy & Comfortable
Fabulous location with a large fenced in garden on a tranquil street close to coffee, take aways, park with public toilets and the foreshore walk. The house had all that we needed and the beds were very comfy.
Helen J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Michael W.
18 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice easy place to park the boat. Great place to take the dog for a walk along the beach.
Very happy would stay again.
Michael W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
11 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet spot away from the hustle and bustle
Comfortable house with a fenced garden and great lawn for the dog to run around in. Handy to local shops and walking paths adjacent to the bay.
Michael S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Leanne R.
10 Oct 2022
Happy
Pleasant and close to water
Leanne R.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bernard B.
26 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away from busy life
We had a great time with a nice picnic by the water at night. The food nearby was amazing and everyone was friendly. Short distance drive to port stephens, nelson bay, and an amazing day at oakvale animal century.
Bernard B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mardee B.
16 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
Top location & fantastic home which suited us perfectly for a long weekend away.
Walks near the water & the ability to venture out and check out the local bays - perfect!
Mardee B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Sally F.
6 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Port Stephens stay
The property was pleasant, clean & tidy and bed was really comfy. Whilst the house was a very pleasant with mostnthings at the usual standard we have come to expect from Stayz, I would make a.couple of suggestions for this property. All other properties where we have stayed had a pantry system. Use what you need, plus add to it when you stay. Very convenient for the odd item eg flour, honey etc etc I always add more than I use. I would strongly suggest some additional TV viewing available. I have health issues and was unable to get out. Netflix or the like is low cost and would add.to the stay if house bound, as I was. A.little cheap to not have any streamed services. Please improve the lighting in the kitchen as you CANNOT see anything with current lights. Could not us backyard as drainage so poor, could not let puppy or myself use it at all.
Sally and Josè
Sally F.
10/10 Excellent
Tanisha W.
2 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star
Property was as advertised, clean and tidy. Easy to book, pay and access.
Easy to communicate with realestate.
Would book again
Tanisha W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Astrida D.
24 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Will definitely stay again
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay the house was lovely beautifully decorated just needed better lamps that had brighter light.Otherwise we would love to stay again.
Astrida D.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
simone h.
15 Apr 2021
Nicely decorated
We had a good time. Thank you.
simone h.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Julie K.
13 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lemon Tree Cottage
Clean and convenient little property.
Julie K.
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
25 Feb 2021
Disliked: Amenities
Place was ok for location and price. However beds were uncomfortable, tap faucets in shower and bath tub need tightening, stove/oven not easy to use, had to get rid roaches every night in bathroom and it wouldve been better with wifi. Great that it was pet friendly
Verified traveller
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021
8/10 Good
Kym H.
15 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Position Homely Cottage
We loved our stay here, ideal location, very homely feel cottage, perfect size for a family of 4, nice quiet street, well fenced yard perfect for dogs, our dog loved it and the off leash park at the end of the street was perfect. the enclosed verandah was great. Agent was very responsive to request. Just needs a BBQ and a dryer to be the prefect stay!
Kym H.
8/10 Good
Kate B.
27 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A week in the bay
Everything was great the only fault with the property was no BBQ to cook outside
Kate B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lise H.
20 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lemon Tree Passage Break
A comfortable and nicely styled home with everything we needed. Lovely friendly locals.
Lise H.
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty O.
12 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
June Long Weekend Getaway!
Great location to just chill out & relax!!
The cottage was just delightful and cozy, a home away from home. Close to the water with a nice stroll to the corner shops. Awesome that it is pet friendly, Pablo absolutely loved the walks along the waters edge and the massive yard to run around in. Very friendly neighborhood. If you’re looking for a peaceful location away from the hustle and bustle, this is your spot!!