The Stables at the Hill

118 Church Street, 2300 Newcastle, Australia – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>11</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
11 reviews

Good location. Well equipped kitchen. Very comfortable beds.

Sandra Australia
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The Stables at the Hill

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  • Entire home
  • 1292 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning

Located in Newcastle, 1.4 km from Newcastle Beach and 1.9 km from Nobbys Beach, The Stables at the Hill provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This recently renovated villa is located 2.1 km from Susan Gilmore Beach and 2.3 km from Bar Beach. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.5 km from Newcastle Showground. The spacious villa features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. Laundry service is also available. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newcastle, like cycling and fishing. Popular points of interest near The Stables at the Hill include Newcastle City Council, Newcastle City Hall and Newcastle Local Court. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

FREE parking!

Activities:

Fishing

Cycling

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
10
High score for Newcastle
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  • Sandra
    Australia Australia
    “Good location. Well equipped kitchen. Very comfortable beds.”
  • Natalie
    Australia Australia
    “The view, the history of the accommodation, two bedrooms on different levels with their own bathrooms.”
  • Kerrie
    Australia Australia
    “The view from the window was amazing. The place was amazing and quite quirky. The beds were so comfy. Being on top of the hill created a spectacular view and there was plenty of space for 4 Adults. The walk to the property from the Main Street was...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Belle Escapes

Company review score: 8.3Based on 112 reviews from 35 properties
35 managed properties

Company information

Belle Property Escapes takes the fuss out of planning a getaway; helping holidaymakers find, book, plan and enjoy the perfect escape in quality homes and stunning locations. Belle Property Escapes ensures your next getaway is seamless and carefree; the way all holidays should be. Facilitating locations across five locations in the Hunter Region – including Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Hunter Valley and Cessnock. Your hosts are experienced holiday property managers and area locals, with expertise in providing a memorable guest experience and a source of knowledge and must-see local secrets!

Property information

Welcome to The Stables, an historic building, unique, elegantly re-vamped, original horse stable, converted into a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom modern villa, located within the widely renowned, historic suburb of Newcastle, The Hill. Originally constructed in 1895, this historic building has been restored between 2020 and 2022 by the current owners. The building was originally a horse stable, designed by one of Newcastle’s most prominent architects, Frederick Menkens, who is well known locally, for a number of impressive buildings in Newcastle. The Stables is a luxury villa which facilitates 4 guests in total, perfect for an adult or small family getaway. On the entry level, ground level, there is an open plan kitchen, living/dining area, complete with an additional enclosed cafe style bench sitting area, encompassing extraordinary views over Newcastle harbour and the city through to the sand dunes at Stockton. You will be required to complete a guest registration with photo ID prior to your arrival. Linen: All beds are made ready for your stay, prior to arrival with quality linen, including bath towels.

Neighbourhood information

Cooks Hill is a heritage-listed inner city suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It is typified by its tree-lined streets, rows of Victorian terrace housing, turn-of-the-century timber cottages, and friendly corner pubs. The Stables is brilliantly located a short walk from a wide range of the city’s main attractions including world-class beaches, vibrant Darby Street (affectionately known by locals as “Eat Street”), galleries, independent boutique retail stores, Newcastle’s iconic harbour, and a flourishing CBD. The Stables is conveniently located centrally in the elevated part of Newcastle, you can leave your car parked for your entire stay, with everything you need, located within walking distance of the front door. Situated within a 1 km walk to Newcastle beach, and a 2.4 km walk to Nobbys Beach, even closer to the nearest restaurants, cafes, pubs, boutique shopping and the local brewery in the centre of town. Note there is limited parking available and no free parking on site. On-street parking is available on Church Street however can be limited during Monday-Friday.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Stables at the Hill
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Stables at the Hill takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 750 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 391. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Stables at the Hill accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of AUD 750 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: PID-STRA-38373

FAQs about The Stables at the Hill

  • Check-in at The Stables at the Hill is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at The Stables at the Hill may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Stables at the Hill has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from The Stables at the Hill. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Stables at the Hill is 650 yards from the centre of Newcastle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Stables at the Hill is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Stables at the Hill offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing

  • The Stables at the Hill can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Stables at the Hill on this page.