Affordable family breaks in NSW

Less than two hours from Newcastle

NRMA Myall Shores Holiday Park

Situated on absolute lakefront within Myall Lakes National Park, NRMA Myall Shore Holiday Park shares its space with kangaroos, wallabies, possums, koalas, and hundreds of bird species, making it the ideal place to get back to nature. Accommodation, including villas, safari tents and powered sites ensure you'll wake up to water views. If you manage to pry yourself away from whiling your day happily away on the veranda taking it all in, the park offers a range of modern facilities including a pool, playground, on-site cafe and barbeque areas, DVD and board game rental and more. Those looking for a little more action can enjoy bush walking, bike riding, swimming, kayaking, fishing or visiting a number of secluded ocean beaches right on your doorstep.

NRMA Stockton Beach Holiday Park, Newcastle

If your idea of a family holiday includes a fur baby, then you're in luck with NRMA Stockton Beach Holiday Park. Just a short ferry ride from Newcastle CBD and two hours south of Forster, you'll find the pet-friendly park located behind the dunes of Stockton Beach in the relaxed coastal town of Stockton. Wake up to the sound of the ocean with our beachfront accommodation options, which include two and three bedroom villas and sites for those caravanning or camping. Park features include a modern camp kitchen, recreation room, outdoor barbeque and children's playground. While the list of activities is endless. Tackle the nearby sand dunes by 4WD, quad bike or board, go fishing, swimming and surfing, and don't forget to pack beach games. If you're looking for a change of pace, head to Newcastle to take your pick of any number of cafes, restaurants and bars, or the Hunter Valley for a taste of the wine country.

Less than two hours from the Blue Mountains and Orange

NRMA Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park, Central West

Centrally located five minutes drive from Bathurst Regional Airport and 4km drive from Bathurst city centre and Mount Panorama Circuit, lies NRMA Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park. Fun facilities include solar heated swimming pool with waterslide and separate kids wading pool, barbeque facilities, children's playground, giant humping pillows recreation lounge, games rooms and movie screen and lending library. The park offers a wide range of accommodation options, from cabins and cottages equipped with essentials including heating, TVs and private bathrooms, as well as studios and powered and unpowered sites. A 10 minute drive eastward you'll find yourself in Bathurst, where you'll be spoilt for dining selections. History buffs, visit the historic gold mining town of Hill End, where you can explore heritage buildings and mine relics; or stop at Mayfield, the world famous European inspired garden where you can forage in a 1.2ha kitchen garden, row across the lake or play croquet.

Less than two hours from Canberra

NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort

Boasting absolute ocean frontage, overlooking the glistening waters of Beagle Bay, you'll be spoilt for choice when selecting your ocean view accommodation at NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort. Kid's will have plenty to keep them entertained, from splashing about in the heated swimming pool and mini-waterpark, children's playground, free loan board games and DVDs, bicycles and go-karts for hire. While the kids are at play, adults can relax at the poolside cocktail and snack bar or grab a bite at the fully licensed Beach Bistro with garden terraces and warm log fire. The resort is located on the NSW South Coast in the peaceful coastal town of South Durras and surrounded by national park, native animals are never far away so you can get a glimpse of wallabies, goannas, parrots and cockatoos on a daily basis. For a touch of active sightseeing, strap on the sneakers and take a walk to Wasp Head to spy golden beaches, hidden bays and ancient cliffs.