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Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches

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Fully separately fenced pool to relax & enjoy 😊
Where’s the ball
Covered deck -enjoy the outside area
Exterior detail
Enjoy your meals with family

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Arakoon, NSW
  • Trial Bay Gaol
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • South West Rocks Country Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Smoky Cape Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Kempsey, NSW (KPS)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches

Aracalm beach house in Arakoon with pool. A hidden gem. Comfy 3 bedroom house sleeps 6. 500 meters to 2 amazing beaches. 5mins drive to town. Great cafes. Comfy beds & sheets & towels are included . Wi-fi is provided. Ducted air-conditioning in all rooms & all bedrooms. secure yard for your children or fur babies. dog friendly inside. Please bring your own dog bedding. Not on furniture or beds please 😊 great deck at rear to relax & enjoy your break. easy access to beach, bay & rock fishing. River fishing 15mins drive away. National park bush walking right at front door. Walk to headland & watch the whales passing or dolphins playing. A truely magical spot.

Property manager

Heather sheppard
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Secure yard. No child locks. small steps in house
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Large fenced yard.you are responsible for your dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bring your own pets bedding, no pets on beds or furniture please. Make sure the yard is "poop" free when checking out.
Please separate your rubbish and use the recycling bins provided. A kitchen compost bin is provided for your green waste.
Use of pool is entirely your responsibility. Monitor your children. Be aware the steps are SLIPPERY. Use pool scoop for leaves.Filter is automatic.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 2431, PID-STRA-38002

About the area

Arakoon

Arakoon is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Arakoon National Park and Hat Head National Park, while Trial Bay Gaol and The Old Lodge Gallery Emporium are cultural highlights.
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Arakoon, NSW

What's nearby

  • Arakoon National Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Trial Bay Gaol - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • South West Rocks Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Smoky Cape Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Eungai Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paragon Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chillati - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪South West Rocks Seafood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thai on the Rocks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Horseshoe Bay Kiosk - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches located?

Situated in Arakoon, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Hat Head National Park and Arakoon National Park. Little Bay Beach and Main Beach - Trial Bay are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend escape
Enjoyed our stay, the house was well equipped and clean. It was beautiful sitting out on back deck with the friendly kookaburra and magpies. The pool was clean and refreshing. The yard was well maintained. Short drive to everywhere we wanted to visit during our stay.although we didn't take our dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family home in a quiet location
Very comfortable house in a great location and love that it is pet friendly! Did some great scuba diving with SWR Dive Centre. Heather is a fantastic host, is a great communicator and was so accommodating when we needed to change our booking dates due to cyclone Alfred. Highly recommended :).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog friendly and calming as advertised
We had a lovely 2 night stay at Aracalm with our dog . Close to amazing dog beach , house was very comfortable, we all felt very relaxed and welcome . Thank you Heather !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Great location, short walk to beach. Good Dog friendly back yard. Pool was great too.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Dee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Set Amongst the Gum Trees
Heather's house was spacious for all the family including our Dachshund who enjoyed exploring the big back yard set amongst the trees. The pool and back deck with the great BBQ is where we spent most of our time if we weren't at the beach. The house had everything you needed, the bonus was if you didn't want air-conditioning there was ceiling fans in all the rooms. Just a short drive to the shops. Recommend bare foot bowls at the Country Club. Thank you, we enjoyed our stay escaping the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
Big property and great location.We stayed for 4 nights recently and although we had some cleanliness issues (not the hosts fault!) Heather was wonderful and thoughtful and attended to these problems instantly.The pool was great for the kids. They were in it everyday. The location to Trial Bay Beach was excellent and the beach is incredible.Heaps of bush walks to do as it’s so close to the national park.7km to the Lighthouse and more beaches there if you want to bush walk down to them.We had a wonderful stay and the hosts were tremendous.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Lovely space Great pool Close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Loved the outdoor area and pool great family holiday spot
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great family house
House was perfect for what we needed and close to walking trails and the beach. The only negative was the initial damp smell in the property as we came in but once we opened up windows and external doors it very quickly improved
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommend
Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome damily getaway
Great property in a beautiful location. Comfy beds and lots of room for eveyone. We loved sitting on the deck in the afternoon. Lots of shady trees make for great sleep-ins. Many home comforts included, the host has thought of everything for people and the pooches. We were made to feel very welcome. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Leah T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly house
The house is perfect for family and friends to relax in like its your own home. Even better that it is pet friendly. It has a big back deck with ceiling fan and excellent bbq over looking the pool, yard & neighbors yards. All filled with beautiful big trees. Beds were comfy. Pool was lovely and clean and lawn freshly mowed. Pool steps are very very slippy so be careful getting in and out. The yard is a good size for kids and pets to play in. The only negative was the house had a damp/moldy smell on arrival but was ok once opened up. Its in a good location, very quiet area except for a bit of road noise and with lots of trees & birds, close to beaches, easy walk to SWR & Gaol. Heather is a great host 10 out of 10 and gave us and early check in and late checkout which is always appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house and location
From the moment we arrived with the nice touch of champagne and a personalised card to the cleanliness of the house and yard was spot on. House was large and spacious, with some nice touches throughout the house. Dogs loved the large yard and kids never got out of the swimming pool. Overall great location and residence made for a grrat relaxing week and would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aracalm experience
Wonderful house for a holiday, everything you need is available and all in working order. Great for our puppy, lovely fenced yard and beautiful outlook. We made use of the pool and outdoor deck, had an amazing relaxing stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family house with a pool
Clean, comfortable, close to beaches and viewpoints. Great to find a dog friendly place in the area. We loved swimming in the pool while our dog explored the backyard
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property and Location
My family had a great time at this property. It had the space we need with 4 kids and the provided amenities are great. We really made use of the deck for meals and relaxing and the kids had a blast in the pool. Great location, short drive to beaches and national park. Heather was wonderful to deal with. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's All Here!
Heather was a lovely host with fast and informative communication. The house was as shown on the internet and the pool was such a wonderful addition, especially after or before our day's adventures. Everything you need for a relaxing, happy holiday was found here. We were so lucky with the weather..blue skies and warm waters in the ocean and in the pool. My 2 dogs loved the place and there was also a pooper scooper there which made things easier. My only concern, which Heather couldn't do anything about, was that the red bin is only collected every 2 weeks so it was full when we arrived and we had to find other legal places to dump our rubbish. You would think the council would make special concessions for B&B businesses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home
Stayed for 2 nights with my adult children. The house is lovely and had everything you need. There were extra bath towels, the beds were comfortable and so was the lounge. The deck and pool were great. We didn’t bring our pet this time but I loved that it is a pet friendly house and the yard is big although if you have a smaller adventurous dog like our dachshund they may find some gaps in the fence which is not a reflection on the owners or the yard. My only concern with the house was that we had to wash the dishes and glasses before we could use them but again this is more likely to do with the previous guests and not the owners. I loved this house and would highly recommend a stay there and I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean P., Brighton East Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really good value, pool is great for a family stay.
Location of Aracalm is terrific. The layout of the house was perfect for 6 adults, plenty of comfortable chairs and lounges. Heather is a particularly helpful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael & Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and homely
Relaxing-rear verandah is great. Comfortable lounges inside. Main complaint relates to difficult controls on stove hot plates. Signage was worn off! Beds very comfortable. Would stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

KERRY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
STOP OVER
ARACALM is a charming cottage which is very clean and Heather is a wonderful host. Unfortunately due to the weather we were not able to use the pool or patio however our Sheltie certainly enjoyed exploring the large fenced yard. However we can't recommend this house for people with mobility problems due to the internal stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house in a bush setting
This was a last minute booking for us as our camping plans were affected by rain. Heather was accomodating and didn't seem affected by our late reservation. The house was very clean which I was surprised by considering this is a dog friendly property. It was great to see a well stocked corner of dog bowls and toys even though we didn't have our dog with us. We also had a look at the selection of games as our plans for beach swimming wasn't meant to be but we absolutely love trial bay beach for our kids as it's so calm. Great location and we had a nice time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautifully appointed home in the middle of nature
Beautifully-maintained property with every possible amenity to make a beachside and bushside stay enjoyable. Securely-fenced large yard for our big dog, shady deck with comfy chairs and serene outlook, kookaburras laughing away in the trees, magazines and books to read, big tv with streaming service and lots of room in the house for the family to spread out. Heather was a great host, with helpful, timely communication with us. The welcome basket was a very nice touch! We will stay here again as it ticks all the boxes for us in terms of proximity to walk to national park bush walks, walk to beach, quick drive to SW Rocks to grab dinner, and far enough away from the too-busy holiday accommodation to feel miles away from care.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Doggy Paradise
A great location 10 minute walk to Arakoon Beach. Well fenced so our 2 yo dogs could not escape even with some digging. Perfect yard for them to zoom in. For the hoomans: the best appointed kitchen we have ever stayed in. No need to buy anything. Lovely deck to birdwatching from too. Heather an excellent host. We will go again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heather sheppard

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We have been enjoying the Arakoon area for more than 30 years . It really is a magical spot with seasonal whale watching and natural beauty. Our succession of much loved blue heeler cattle dogs love the dog friendly beach. Hosting a holiday home here is special to us as it allows many other families & fur children to enjoy the area.

Why they chose this property

Aracalm Beach House is within walking distance to two amazing beaches. White sand & beautiful blue waters. The dolphins are often playing in the waves. Fall asleep to sound of the ocean. The National park offers some very good bushwalks and koala spotting

What makes this property unique

Our property is truly dog friendly with a fully fenced large back yard. Your dogs are welcome inside the house (not on furniture or beds please).
We are within walking distance of the beaches, cafes & have natural bushland around us. The swimming pool makes for a special stay. Entertaining for the kids & adults.

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