Marina Luxe
Overnight Accommodation on Lake Macquarie — Sleep on a Luxury Yacht
There’s nowhere quite like this in the Hunter Region. Marina Luxe is your chance to spend the night aboard Spellcaster III — a stunning 40ft French Beneteau yacht moored in the Lake Macquarie Yacht Club marina precinct at Belmont. No sailing experience required. Just you, the water, and the kind of stillness you can’t find in any hotel.
Watch the sun melt into the lake from the bow. Wander across to Crusoe’s on the Lake for an award-winning dinner. Come back under the stars, pour yourself something indulgent, and fall asleep to the gentle rhythm of lapping water. Wake to birdsong and morning light through the hatch.
This is Lake Macquarie’s most unique overnight experience — and it books out fast.
What’s Included
Overnight stay aboard Spellcaster III at Lake Macquarie Yacht Club, Belmont
Private cabin(s) - each sleeps two, with fresh linen
Unlimited tea and coffee
Full onboard amenities: fridge, freezer, icemaker, heating and cooling, kitchen
Full briefing from the Silver Sun team on everything you need for your stay
Check-in: 3:00pm / Check-out: 10:30am
Pricing
One cabin (sleeps 2) $400
Two cabins (sleeps 2) $600
Three cabins (sleeps 2) $800
Book direct with Silver Sun Sailing and save on platform fees.
A Night You’ll Be Talking About for Years
Lake Macquarie is Australia’s largest coastal saltwater lake — a vast, glittering stretch of water just 25 minutes from Newcastle CBD and an hour and a half from Sydney. Most people visit for the day. You get to wake up on it.
Spellcaster III sits quietly in her berth at the Lake Macquarie Yacht Club marina, surrounded by the sounds of boats and water. The cabins are private and comfortable, the yacht is immaculately maintained, and the whole experience has that rare quality of feeling both luxurious and genuinely alive.
It’s the kind of accommodation that makes a birthday unforgettable, an anniversary deeply romantic, or a weeknight escape feel like you’ve travelled somewhere extraordinary — without leaving New South Wales.
Perfect For:
• Couples looking for unique accommodation near Newcastle
• Anniversary and birthday getaways
• A romantic alternative to a standard Hunter Valley or Newcastle hotel
• Sydney day-trippers wanting a memorable overnight escape
• Anyone who’s ever dreamed of sleeping on the water
• Groups of friends after something completely different
• Winter escapes — Spellcaster III is fully heated
FAQs
Do I need any sailing or boating experience?
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None at all. The yacht is moored in the marina for your entire stay. The Silver Sun team will give you a full briefing before they leave so you’re comfortable with everything onboard.
Where exactly is Marina Luxe located?
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Spellcaster III is moored at Lake Macquarie Yacht Club, Myles Avenue, Belmont NSW 2280. There is onsite parking available at the yacht club.
How far is it from Newcastle?
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Lake Macquarie Yacht Club is approximately 25 minutes from Newcastle CBD and around 90 minutes from Sydney.
How many guests can stay?
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Up to six guests across three private cabins, each sleeping two. You can book one, two or all three cabins depending on your group size.
Is Marina Luxe available in winter?
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Yes — Spellcaster III has full heating and cooling, making it a comfortable and cosy stay year-round. Winter nights on the marina are particularly peaceful.
What time is check-in and check-out?
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Check-in is from 3:00pm. Check-out is by 10:30am.
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Is there a restaurant nearby?
Yes — Crusoe’s on the Lake is an award-winning waterfront restaurant right at the marina precinct, and Silver Sun Sailing guests receive a discount. The Lake Macquarie Yacht Club bar is also nearby.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
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Absolutely. The yacht has a well-equipped galley kitchen with a fridge, freezer and icemaker. You’re welcome to bring a hamper, snacks and your favourite drinks to enjoy on board.
Can I combine Marina Luxe with a sailing experience?
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How do I book?
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You can book directly through our website using the button below — no platform fees, no middleman.
If you’ve been searching for something different — somewhere beyond the standard hotel room or holiday apartment — Marina Luxe is your answer.
There’s nothing else like it in the Hunter Region. Waterfront accommodation in Lake Macquarie doesn’t get more intimate, more memorable, or more genuinely special than a night aboard Spellcaster III.
Available for direct booking throughout the year, including winter. Enquiries welcome at info@silversunsailing.com.au or 0409 496 527.
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