Lake Macquarie · Since 1989
Lake Macquarie Patios
Custom Stratco Outback, Cooldek and Pavilion patios for homes across Lake Mac. Designed and installed by the region’s longest-running authorised Stratco dealer, backed by 25 years.
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75+ 5-Star reviews
Authorised Stratco & Stratco Outback Dealer
25-Year Product Warranty
Interest-Free Finance Available
“I can’t speak too highly enough of the Outdoor Leisure Living team.”
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Les Rushbrook
Patios in Lake Mac
We know what builds well around the lake.
Building outdoors around Lake Macquarie isn’t quite like building anywhere else. The blocks tend to be larger. Plenty of homes face west across the water, which means brutal afternoon sun in summer and beautiful sunsets every other season. Southerlies come in hard off the lake in winter. And Lake Macquarie City Council has its own development rules that are different to Central Coast Council, so what works in Toronto might need a different approach in Belmont or Wangi.
We’ve been designing and building patios across Lake Mac for decades. From lakeside builds at Bonnells Bay and Marks Point to family homes in Cardiff, Charlestown and Warners Bay, we know what materials hold up in this climate, which roof profiles handle the western sun best, and how to work with the council’s process to get approvals through quickly.
Every patio is custom-designed for your home and your block, built with genuine Stratco materials, and installed by our own team. In Bonnells Bay, we turned an everyday backyard into a proper entertaining space with a Cooldek roof over new merbau decking.
Built for the lake
Three patios that work well around the lake.
Outback Flat
The clean, low-profile classic. Smooth, uncluttered lines that suit modern homes and attach neatly to the house line. Beams span up to 8.4 metres, available in either freestanding or attached.
Best for: contemporary homes, tight spaces, attaching directly to the house
Gable for the view
A pitched roof adds height, so the patio frames the view across the water instead of cutting it off, and the open ceiling lets air move through on warm afternoons.
Best for: lake views, larger entertaining spaces, a feature roofline
Outback Curved
A graceful, contemporary canopy. The smooth curve adds a sense of style and softens the look of any outdoor area.
Best for: design-led homes, softening modern lines, statement outdoor spaces
Insulated for west-facing homes
Plenty of Lake Mac homes face west across the water. Cooldek insulated panels cut heat transfer from that afternoon sun and reduce rain noise, with a clean ceiling-like finish and thicknesses from 50mm to 150mm.
Best for: west-facing blocks, year-round comfort, fans and lighting
Open or closed, on demand
A motorised louvre roof that opens for winter sun and closes for summer shade, with an inbuilt rain sensor that closes the blades automatically if it starts raining.
Best for: changing weather, winter sun and summer shade
Pavilion Grande
The flagship of the Pavilion range. Larger columns, bulkheads and the distinctive Edge gutter give it a substantial, architectural presence. The insulated composite roofing creates a smooth ceiling-like finish underneath, with concealed fasteners and downpipes keeping the lines clean.
Best for: premium homes, large entertaining spaces, a true outdoor room
Pavilion Allure
The premium opening-roof system. Remote-controlled louvres open for ventilation and filtered sunlight, then close to a flat ceiling appearance for full shade and weather protection. A single Allure unit can cover up to 24 square metres, with multiple units able to be joined and operated by a single remote.
Best for: feature outdoor rooms, premium homes, large entertaining spaces
The reason you're building
It was never really about the patio. It's about everything that happens under it.
Sunday lunches that run until sunset. Grandkids who’d rather be at your place than home. A coffee outside before the day starts. We build the structure. You build the memories.
- Custom-designed to suit the style of your home
- Council approvals managed by our team
- Genuine Stratco materials, certified installation
- Fixed-price quote with no surprises
- 25-year Stratco product warranty
- Interest-free finance available
Local builds
Patios and outdoor spaces built around Lake Macquarie.
Flyover Cooldek with Deck & Stairs
Blue Haven
Ambient Sunblinds & Outdoor Privacy
Toronto
Flyover Carport with Merbau Posts
Central Coast
Flyover Carport & Privacy Screen
“Highly recommend 5 stars is not enough. Very professional from start to finish and they delivered on everything they promised.”
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Fiona Brown
How it works
Three steps, no surprises
- Free On-Site Consultation: Call 0494 571 131 or fill in the form. We'll come to your home, listen to how you'll use the space, and recommend the right Stratco system for your needs and budget.
- Fixed Quote & Design: You get a custom design, a fixed all-inclusive price, and our team handles any council approvals required.
- Manufacture & install: Your Stratco patio is custom-made to spec, then installed by our certified team. We walk you through it, hand over your warranty paperwork, and leave the site spotless.
“From our initial enquiry through to completion, Jack, Laurie, Phil and team provided excellent service and workmanship.”
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Sharon Sutherland
Local approvals
We handle Lake Macquarie City Council approval for your patio.
Lake Macquarie City Council has its own development controls for outdoor structures. Some patios qualify as exempt development under the NSW State Planning Policy. Others need a formal Development Application or Complying Development Certificate, particularly if the build is close to a boundary, exceeds certain height limits, or sits within a foreshore protection zone (relevant if your property is near the lake).
We handle the entire approval process. Site assessment, certified engineering plans, paperwork, lodgement with council, and follow-up. You get a clear answer on what’s required at the consultation stage, before any work begins.
“We are so happy with the results and it has completely transformed our outdoor space!”
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Tayla Healy
Where we work
Patios from the eastern shore to the western suburbs.
We service homes across the Lake Macquarie LGA, including:
Toronto, Bonnells Bay, Belmont, Warners Bay, Speers Point, Cardiff, Charlestown, Morisset, Wangi Wangi, Dora Creek, Marks Point, Eleebana, Valentine, Caves Beach, Swansea, Fennell Bay, Carey Bay.
If you’re outside these areas, give us a call anyway. We do travel for the right project. Closer to Gosford or Wyong? See our Stratco patios on the Central Coast.
Hear from our customers
75+ five-star reviews from Coast families.
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4.9/5 Avg Rating
Interest-free finance
Start enjoying it now. Pay it off over time.
Interest-free finance is available so the project that suits your home also suits your budget. Specific terms vary depending on current promotions, so get in touch for what’s available right now.
Frequently asked
Patio questions, answered.
How much does a Stratco patio cost in Lake Macquarie?
Pricing varies based on the range, size, roof profile and any added features. Interest-free finance is available. Every project starts with a free on-site consultation and a fixed-fee quote. Call us on 0494 571 131 to book in.
Do I need council approval for a patio in Lake Macquarie?
In many cases yes, through Lake Macquarie City Council. Some patios qualify as exempt development under NSW planning rules. Others need formal approval, particularly if the build is attached to your home, exceeds certain height limits, or sits within a foreshore zone. We handle the approval process for you as part of the service.
How far do you travel within Lake Mac?
We service the entire Lake Macquarie LGA, from the eastern suburbs around Belmont and Swansea through to Bonnells Bay and Morisset on the western shore. If you’re outside the LGA but nearby, give us a call.
Are Stratco patios suitable for lakeside homes?
Yes. Stratco’s steel and aluminium components are coated to resist corrosion in coastal and lakeside environments. We specify materials and finishes based on how close the build is to the water, so you don’t get rust issues a few years in.
What's the best patio roof for west-facing Lake Mac homes?
Cooldek insulated roofing is the most common choice for west-facing builds across the lake. The insulated panel cuts summer heat noticeably and gives you a clean ceiling-like finish underneath. We’ll talk through the trade-off between Cooldek and standard single-skin Outback profiles during the consultation
Is the 25-year warranty real?
Yes. It’s Stratco’s product warranty, backed by an authorised dealer who’s been on the Coast for 35+ years. We’re still here when you need us.
Can my patio be enclosed later?
Absolutely. Many of our customers add ambient blinds, walls or sliding doors later to create a year-round outdoor room. The Stratco frame is engineered to support this.
How soon can you start?
The entire Central Coast, including Tuggerah, Wyong, Gosford, Woy Woy, Bateau Bay and surrounding suburbs. We also service parts of Lake Macquarie.
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