| home=Watagan Lodge (Aust.) is a peaceful forest retreat situated just over 1 hour north of Sydney, at the base of the magnificent Watagan Mountains. It is also ideally located to explore Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley Vineyards and the Central Coast. Watagan Lodge (Aust.) is home to the famous Martins Restaurant. The menu has been designed to tantalize your taste buds... with food this good; you will want to stay longer! Watagan Lodge (Aust.) offers 9 self catering Terrace Apartments, 11 Poolside Lofts, 3 Family Lofts and a 6 Bedroom House. We also have a games room and two function centres. The amazing pool deck, suspended in the tree tops, is the perfect place to relax. Take a dip in the 15m saltwater pool, and enjoy the spa and sauna, surrounded by landscaped gardens and lawns. It's a fantastic getaway for leisure or business. Watagan Lodge (Aust.) is a peaceful forest retreat, offering a range of accommodation options, surrounded by landscaped gardens and breathtaking views. The Loft accommodation overlooks the pool, spa, sauna and bbq area, with breathtaking views. POOLSIDE LOFTS The Poolside Lofts are air conditioned with master bedroom upstairs. The lounge room, sofa bed and bathroom are downstairs, with basic kitchen, including microwave, toaster and kettle. Maximum occupancy is 3 guests. FAMILY LOFTS The Family Lofts are air conditioned with master bedroom upstairs, two single sofa beds and bathroom downstairs, with basic kitchen, including microwave, toaster and kettle. Maximum occupancy is 5 guests. Check availability or Book Online Watagan Lodge (Aust.) is a peaceful forest retreat, offering a range of accommodation options, surrounded by landscaped gardens and breathtaking views. The self contained Terrace Apartments are surrounded by gardens, just a short stroll from Martin's Restaurant. TERRACE APARTMENTS The Terrace Apartments have an air conditioned open plan room with queen bed, double sofa bed and kitchen featuring cook top and full sized fridge for those keen to self cater during an extended stay. The Terrace Apartments overlook manicured lawns and gardens, in a bush setting. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests. Check availability or Book Online WATAGAN HOUSE Watagan House is great for a large family or group of friends, and is set on the highest point of the property providing a stunning vista of the Martinsville valley through to Lake Macquarie. The house is tri-level and offers sleeping for 15 with 2 double bedrooms, with the remaining beds spread over 5 bedrooms. There is an ensuite off the main bedroom and two large bathrooms on the upper and lower levels. Watagan House has a large kitchen, spacious lounge and dining room, as well as a large covered outdoor dining area. Maximum occupancy is 15 guests. Check availability or Book Online Watagan Lodge (Aust.) offers excellent facilities to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Watagan Mountains The Watagan Mountains are a stunning pristine wilderness area, which offer visitors graded walking tracks, bird watching, stunning lookouts and spectacular waterfalls. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Watagans. Walk amongst magnificent red cedars or visit Boarding House Dam, with rainforest walks along the creek, and the well maintained picnic area with plenty of shade and free gas barbecues. The Watagan Mountains have a rich cultural heritage, with Aboriginal art sites and shelters, throughout the area. The many native animals in Watagan Mountains National Park include possums, gliders and wallabies, with some endangered species. The diverse vegetation provides habitat for more than 130 different species of birds. Watagan Mountain National Park and State Forest areas offer stunning views across the Hunter Region and are a must for nature lovers. Activities and Attractions: Lake Macqaurie The western side of Lake Macquarie adjoins the Watagan Mountains and is only a short distance from Watagan Lodge (Aust.). The lake itself is the largest coastal saltwater lake in Australia, over four times the size of Sydney Harbour. The lake is 24 km long and has 174 km of foreshore, with its beautiful bays and beaches. The Lake Macquarie region offers opportunities for Fishing, Swimming, Water Skiing, Surfing, Boating, Hiking, Horse Back Riding, Wine Tasting and much more. Awabakal Mountain Bike Riding Park The track, only the second of its kind in Australia, has recently been completed and offers the bike-riding enthusiast a mountain-riding heaven. Watagan Lodge (Aust.) is the closest accommodation to the AMBR Park. Shadow's Wine Tours Sit back and relax and take in some of the best Hunter Valley wineries as well as the Hunter Valley Cheese Company. The full-day tour picks up from the Lodge door allowing you to indulge to your heart's content. Lake Macquarie Horse Riding 1 to 2 hour treks, half day treks and full day treks can be organised, to take you into the mountains with beautiful flora, fauna and spectacular views which will take your breath away. Riding lessons also available. Lake Macquarie Kayaks and Bike Hire Kayaks and Bikes for hire - a great way to sea the lake and have fun on the water. Kilaben Bay Boardwalk The walk starts from Toronto Fire Station down a fire trail and links to the elevated Boardwalk, which winds along Kilaben Creek. The easy walk takes 45 minutes, and features five separate vegetation communities and over 100 different bird species. Suitable for wheelchairs and prams. Flora and Fauna Reserve at Wangi Wangi Point Cyclists and walkers can share and enjoy bushland trails, which have been designed to protect the environment. There are four main walking tracks through various types of terrain and flora - walking times from half to 1 hour. Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery is located on the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie, with an award winning gallery, sculpture park, mosaic pathway and expansive leafy grounds. The gallery hosts a changing program of touring exhibitions and exhibits work of the Hunter's finest artists (including Sir William Dobell). The contemporary craft outlet features local and national craftspeople. Dobell House Dobell House was the home and studio of the world renowned painter Sir William Dobell. It contains original furniture and memorabilia. On exhibition are more than 200 images of Dobell's works, and photographs and prints of his life and work. Mandalong Gallery An interesting Gallery which has authentic Aboriginal art, didgeridoos and carvings. Morisset Country Club Morisset Country Club has an international pro-quality 18 hole course, set on 230 acres. The course also has excellent fast sloping greens surrounded by bunkers and grassy mounds. Water hazards and dams are featured on many of the holes. Sunnyside Historic Home and South Sea Island Museum at Cooranbong The museum houses an extensive and unique collection of artefacts and handicrafts from the South Pacific. The Elephant Shop at Cooranbong Nestled at the foot of the Watagan Mountains in the Lake Macquarie Hinterland is a most unusual place. The Elephant Shop has precious gems and minerals, crystals, unique gifts, furniture and collectables.intro=Martins Restaurant Watagan Lodge (Aust.) is home to the famous "Martins Restaurant". The awe-inspiring and innovative cuisine created by chef Mark Peck has been designed to tantalize your taste buds. The views are as delicious as the food. Whether enjoying the casual elegance inside or relaxing on the surrounding deck, the Restaurant offers a stylish dining experience to be savoured and remembered. Martins Restaurant provides an intimate and stylish haven for foodies, gourmands and casual diners alike; a sanctuary to relax and enjoy the best food and wine. With food this good, you will want to stay longer! Martins Restaurant is open for Lunch and Dinner every day (excluding Mondays and Tuesdays) and delicious cooked Breakfasts are available on weekends. DINNER MENU Breads Warm Ciabatta Bread with Olive Mascarpone and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tomato and Basil Salsa with Toast Baguette Entree Garlic King Prawns on a Chive and Tomato Pilaf Pan Fried Quail Drizzled with Honey Chilli Game Sauce Rocket, Pine Nut and Macadamia Crusted Lamb Medallion Salad with Sweet Mint Dressing Fried Haloumi Cheese with Roast Garlic and Capsicum Compote Bacon Wrapped Seared Scallops with Chive Oil and Cauliflower Puree Homemade Chicken and Cashew Ravioli with Creamy Dill and White Wine Sauce Main Harissa Spiced Chicken Supreme on Kumara Mash with Sauteed Zucchini and Honey and Herb Yoghurt Grilled Veal Cutlet with Hand Cut Potato Chips, Pea Puree and Spanish Onion Marmalade Coriander and Cashew Blue Eye Cod Steak on Pumpkin and Spring Onion Mash with Chilli Beans and Salsa Verde Truffle Infused Mushroom Spaghetti with Fresh Shaved Parmesan, Cracked Pepper and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Golden Roasted Duck with Sauteed Asparagus, Wild Mushroom Risotto and Liqueur Muscat Glaze Tempura Eggplant - Avocado and Pimento Roll on Crispy Rice Noodles with Sesame Bok Choy and Lime Aioli Grain Fed Sirloin Steak on Truffled Mash with Broccoli Almondine and Red Wine Jus Pork Loin Steak on Lemon Infused Potato Rosti with Fried Beans and Red Currant Glaze Dessert Passionfruit Panna Cotta on Genoise Sponge with Minted Strawberry Salad Chocolate Pavlova with Berry Mascarpone drizzled with Warm Chocolate Sauce White Chocolate Cheesecake with Blueberry Compote Coconut Crusted Deep Fried Ice Cream served with Caramel Fudge Sauce Sticky Date Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream testimonials=From the moment I entered the premises, I was pleasantly surprised. The grounds are magnificant, the suites well appointed, the pool and spa area, hanging up in the trees are completely unique, the restaurant will delight. You are set for an unforgettable experience when you check in to Watagan Lodge. Brent, Port Stephens June 2010.currentSpecial=Watagan Lodge (Aust.) offers amazing value for money - take advantage of these Special Offers: Red Hot Deal Great Value! Accommodation for 2 adults in a Poolside Loft Room. Tranquil bush setting - the pool deck suspended in the tree tops is the perfect place to relax. Check availability or Book Online You can win a holiday simply by telling a friend about our site. Please go to the "Contact Us " button and from there, "Tell A Friend". Thanks and Good luck. We are trying to load a pop-up window for your online booking. Please allow popups for this site using the bar at the top of your screen. If you are unable to do this, please click here. |
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