Smugglers Cove Holiday Village
45 The Lakes Way
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Why people book this hotel
“Everything - first visit to Forster -wonderful accommodation and central to this…”
“the location and the grounds”
“Its a great park especially for the kids they love the pools”
“The pool was awesome, my 3 granddaughters spent hours swimming”
“loved that is was kid friendly”
“Family friendly, great pool and location”
“Very clean”
“Rooms were spacious”
Overview
Smugglers Cove Holiday Village is situated in Forster 32km from Taree and 4 hours from Sydney. Free Private parking available on-site. All cabins are self-contained and have a TV and DVD player. There is also a kitchenette, fitted with a microwave, toaster and fridge. Smugglers Cove Holiday Village has three pool areas, 2 playgrounds, games, TV room, camp kitchens, BBQ areas, free WiFi hotspots and a seasonal restaurant. On-site leisure activities include minigolf, canoe hire, and fishing. There is also a massage room and hair salon, arranged by prior appointment. Not all cabins are Pet friendly please check when booking your cabin that you are booking a pet friendly or non pet friendly cabin.
Traveller reviews
Judi
extended_group
June 3, 2026
“Planning our next family get together at this wonderful park - the kids will love it!”
Everything - first visit to Forster -wonderful accommodation and central to this lovely town
Phil
solo_traveller
May 31, 2026
Everything was very dated.
Samantha
family_with_children
May 19, 2026
“will be back loved the area for a short trip with our dogs”
the location and the grounds
Jordan
family_with_children
May 10, 2026
“I would stay again”
Quite perfect location heaps for the kids todo
Alana
family_with_children
April 11, 2026
“Perfect family holiday”
Perfect for kids Great spot
Hetherington
family_with_children
March 30, 2026
Its a great park especially for the kids they love the pools.
Greg
family_with_children
March 28, 2026
Wonderful place to stay. Very clean
Courtney
family_with_children
March 22, 2026
We loved our time there will absolutely be back!!
Thelma
family_with_children
March 12, 2026
“I like the place and enjoy my stay except for my son and my husband they’re just stay in the cabin and doing nothing”
Close to the shop
Nicole
family_with_children
March 1, 2026
“Was a beautiful stay”
loved that is was kid friendly
Lee
solo_traveller
February 24, 2026
The pool was awesome, my 3 granddaughters spent hours swimming.
Mark
family_with_children
February 10, 2026
Perfect for kids
Dahal
solo_traveller
February 8, 2026
“Very nice and best part was pet friendly.”
Yes
Maddyeliseb
family_with_children
February 5, 2026
Family friendly, great pool and location. We had a blast.
MALCOLM
family_with_children
January 20, 2026
“Great for families. Staff are great. Short drive to beach and center. River access via park a bonus”
The pool area and amenities are great for young families
Sally
family_with_children
December 27, 2025
“Staff very accommodating and facilities awesome”
Staff were very accommodating and facilities amazing
Vicki
family_with_children
December 26, 2025
The pool , put put golf, friendliness, and location (close to shops, beach and other facilities
Guest
family_with_children
November 22, 2025
“Great for families. Staff are great. Short drive to beach and center. River access via park a bonus”
The pool area and amenities are great for young families
Kaushilya
family_with_children
July 18, 2025
The location was excellent
Emmett
family_with_children
July 14, 2025
Friendly service, Sharon was amazing, looked after us at checkin, very accommodating & provided great service. Rooms were spacious. Conveniently located. Spa bath was spacious.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Games room, Billiards, Canoeing, Mini golf, Movie nights, Live music/performance
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Entertainment and family services
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Breakfast options, Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Garden
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Water slide, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Fax/photocopying
Large Two-Bedroom Bure
This beautiful two bedroom self-contained cabin boasts additional BBQ, laundry and FOXTEL. All linen is provided. This room is not pet friendly.
Two-Bedroom Cottage 5
This fully self-contained 2-bedroom cabin has a balcony with a BBQ. It also includes a DVD player, kitchen, bathroom, air-conditioning and cable channels. All linen is provided This room is not pet friendly.
Deluxe Family Room - Top Deck
This beautiful three bedroom self-contained cabin boasts additional BBQ, spa, laundry and FOXTEL. All linen is provided. This room is not pet friendly.
Double Room with Pool View - Islander
This single bedroom has an open plan living area, a balcony, DVD player, kitchen, bathroom and air-conditioning. All linen supplied. Please note that the bunk beds can only accommodate children. This room is not pet friendly.
Family Room - Buccaneer 5
This 2-bedroom cabin has a balcony, DVD player, kitchen, bathroom and air-conditioning. All linen supplied. This room is not pet friendly.
Family Room - Buccaneer 6
This 2-bedroom cabin has a verandah, DVD player, kitchen, bathroom and air-conditioning. All linen supplied. This room is not pet friendly.
Two-Bedroom Cottage 6
This fully self-contained 2 bedroom cabin has a balcony with a BBQ. It also includes a DVD player, kitchen, bathroom, air-conditioning and cable channels. All linen is provided. This room is not pet friendly.
Double Room - Disability Access
This open plan self-contained cabin with an additional 2-single bedroom has a balcony and air-conditioning.It provides full wheelchair access with a rail support above the main bed. The main bed has all linen supplied. Additional linen available is at a charge of $12 per person and is to be paid upon check in. This room is not pet friendly.
Pet Friendly Cabin
This cabin features a balcony, DVD player, kitchen, bathroom and air-conditioning. The main bed has all linen supplied. Additional linen available is at a charge of $17 per person and is to be paid upon check in.
Standard Studio - Buccaneer
This open plan, self-contained cabin (with an additional bunk room) has a balcony, DVD player, kitchen, bathroom and air-conditioning. All linen supplied. This room is not pet friendly.
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