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About

CHRISTINA'S - the ideal place for romantic getaways. Especially your anniversary, birthday, or just because you need a break. Luxurious, peaceful, and private.

QUALITY:
* WINNER - Hunter Region Awards for Excellence in Tourism - NEW Tourism Development AWARD - 2008

*WINNER - Lower Hunter Urban Design Awards - Sustainable Development AWARD - 2008*

* 4 ½ STAR rating - AAA Tourism - highest accommodation rating on the Lake Macquarie waterfront (ID 99 757)
"Your B&B Christina's would have to be the most stylish hotel in Australia. It was lovely from the first instance that you welcomed us at your front door to the luxurious room overlooking the lake. The ambience in the guest room was superb and very well decorated. The breakfast was delicious, fresh and very filling. It was a great way to escape our busy lives in the city. See you again." - N&M - Sydney - 13 July 2008

CLOSE TO SYDNEY YET A WORLD AWAY.

LAKE MACQUARIE "Lake Macquarie is largely undiscovered... But perhaps most surprising is that this glorious expanse of water... is virtually on Sydney's doorstep. It is less than an hour's drive from the city's northern fringes." - Sue Milne - The Australian. - "between the Central Coast and Hunter Valley"
DORA CREEK (DOREE DOREE) "Pop 1,312. (102km N Sydney) Small village nestled on the shoreline of Lake Macquarie and Dora Creek incorporating a quaint shopping precinct." - NRMA


CHRISTINA'S BED AND BREAKFAST:
Quiet, private rooms with:-
* waterfront balconies,
* double-glazed French doors,
* insulated, noise resistant construction,
* reverse-cycle air conditioning,
* en-suite bathrooms (one with DOUBLE SPA BATH),
* best quality queen-sized beds with best quality linen.
* DVD library and high definition flat screen television in your room.

Christina's personalised, boutique accommodation sits in a niche between motels and five star resorts.


HOSPITALITY:
Afternoon tea served on arrival.
Short walk or drive to a choice of RESTAURANTS.
GOURMET BREAKFAST with espresso coffee included in sunny cafe style lounge at a time to suit you, before a leisurely check out at MIDDAY.

TYPICAL GUEST REVIEWS:
"Tina and John, Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality. You created the perfect balance between attentiveness and privacy. We hope to come back one day! All the best to you." - C&M - Sydney - 3 August 2008
"Only one word can describe our stay, "perfect". Thanks for your warm hospitality. ps breakfast was awesome." - L&J - Sydney - 03 June 2008.
"This place is a gem! Beautifully decorated and so warm. Wish we weren't leaving so soon! John, Tina, Thanks so much for your hospitality from the moment we walked in. We will be back! ps brekkie was simply awesome." - T&C - Sydney - 19 April 2008 .

ENVIRONMENTAL:
Award winning Architect's own 5 STAR energy efficient home - naturally heated by the sun - winter warmth from dawn till after dark.
* Environmentally friendly - AAA Tourism
* 5 star energy efficiency rating - NatHERS

ACCESSIBLE:
* Access friendly - AAA Tourism

Attractions

Perfect for a quiet, intimate, romantic weekend break.
This is a place to stop, relax and reconnect with each other - chill out...
Dora Creek waterfront - fishing, kayaking, sailing, bird watching... Waterfront walk - 3 km under trees on waters edge.

Drive through countryside, forests, mountains, or just relax in the sun with the paper.

We can book any of the following activities on your behalf:
- Choice of restaurants nearby
- Horse riding
- Kayaks
- Lake cruise
- Beauty and massage treatments at Day Spa

Art Galleries:
Lake Macquarie on lake side with cafe / restaurant
Dobell House on lake side - Archibald winner
Mandalong Gallery - Aboriginal Art
Newcastle Gallery

Morisset Golf course nearby - excellent reputation

Lake Macquarie (Awaba) is the largest seawater coastal lake in Australia being four times larger than Sydney Harbour. The lake has extensive waterfront reserves, beautiful sailing conditions, secluded bays, great fishing...

Dora Creek (Doree Doree) is the largest river (120 m wide) flowing into the lake.

Facilities

Business Facilities

The ideal accommodation for businesspeople:
Peaceful and quiet,
Luxury queen bed (Seally Posturepedic),
Broadband wireless internet, fax, scanner, copier.
Restaurant 3 min walk.

Additional Terms and Conditions

CHRISTINA'S B&B is a "traditional" hosted B&B. We live upstairs and guests have a quiet ground floor bedroom with en-suite and waterfront balcony + guest lounge / dining and balcony facing sunny private landscaped garden. A full gourmet cooked breakfast is provided each morning at a time to suit you with late check out as standard. Tea and coffee is available in the guest lounge. Christina's B&B is ideal for intimate short breaks for adult couples. Therefore in the interests of maintaining this ambience, we do not cater for additional adults in room or children or pets (except guide dogs). There is alternative accommodation nearby that may better suit. Damage or excessive soiling will be charged to your credit card or cash deposit. For the comfort of all guests no visitors are permitted entry to Christina's without consent. All information provided remains confidential.

Rooms

Garden Room

Ideal for quiet intimate romantic weekend break. Private balcony overlooking garden. Top of the range king bed / twin singles. En-suite with open shower, Top line TV, DVD. Gourmet breakfast in sunny guest lounge. Private and discrete.

Mermaid Room

Ideal for quiet intimate romantic weekend break. Private balcony overlooking water. Top of the range queen bed. En-suite with open shower and DOUBLE SPA BATH, Top line TV, DVD. Gourmet breakfast in sunny guest lounge. Private and discrete.

Sea Gypsy Room

Ideal for quiet intimate romantic weekend break. Private balcony overlooking water. Top of the range queen bed. En-suite with open shower, Top line TV, DVD. Gourmet breakfast in sunny guest lounge. Private and discrete.