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Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position!

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, calm sea, and a few boats.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a toaster.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a table with a pitcher and glasses, and a chair.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW
  • Place, Tomaree National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shoal Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Zenith Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Shoal Bay

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Tomaree National Park and Shoal Bay Beach. Also, Wreck Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Zenith Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tomaree National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shoal Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Zenith Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mount Tomaree - 4 min drive - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Home Interior - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Atmos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Aussie Bob's Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Watch Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position!

Updated photo's November 2025 as per guests feedback. Blue Waters has new beds and window coverings and is perfectly located just 300m back from beautiful Shoal Bay Beach and the array of bars, cafes and restaurants which hug the coastline. With crystal clear waters and white sands, Shoal Bay is undoubtedly one of the prettiest coastal towns Australia has to offer on the east coast and the perfect holiday destination. You can hire kayaks, stand up paddle boards (open everyday during the high seasons of school holidays, long weekends and Easter) and bicycles. A short stroll to the eastern end of the bay is the magnificent Tomaree National Park with spectacular views from the top of Mount Tomaree.

Facing the Tomaree National Park and headland, you will love the sounds of native birds and hearing the waves crashing gently against the shoreline. Just a 5-minute drive in the opposite direction brings you to Nelson Bay, and Fingal Bay Surf Lifesaving Club is a short drive away (approx. 2.3km) where you will find a surf patrolled swimming area and Learn to Surf Lessons during the warmer months.

Perfect for a small group of friends or family, enjoy the ocean breeze, this cosy and comfortable top-floor unit has an open plan living area with a Smart TV and glass sliding doors out to a private balcony with breathtaking views over the bay. It features a kitchen with microwave, fridge/freezer and bar stools, open plan kitchen, dining, lounge.

The main bedroom has a new queen bed with built-in robe, balcony access, a small TV and a pedestal fan, and the other bedroom has 2 new singles, while the bathroom offers a mini bath tub/shower and toilet. The unit also has an internal laundry with washer and dryer, and undercover parking.

Important Notes:
- Linen & bath towels are provided & beds are made at this property.
- wifi now provided at this property

Respectful Stays (The Not-So-Fine Print)
We want you to fully enjoy your time away, and we also ask that guests help us look after the home and the surrounding community. To keep things comfortable for everyone:
- This is a no-party property
- Quiet hours are between 9pm - 8am (as per council regulations)
These guidelines help ensure Port Stephens Accommodation homes stay available for future escapes (yours included) and that local neighbours remain welcoming to visitors.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-20325

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! to the airport?

This apartment is 23.7 mi (35-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! to the beach?

This apartment is a short 5-minute walk from Shoal Bay Beach and 12-minute walk from Wreck Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position!?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position!?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! to downtown Shoal Bay?

This apartment is 0.3 mi away from Shoal Bay.

Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Ave, Shoal Bay - This cosy unit has the views and the position! Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 14 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Osman A.

Great views to an older unit

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic views and location that distracted from the substandard and outdated furniture and lack of air-conditioning. Fridge tv couches toilet door need updating. No dishwasher. Good cleanliness and smooth checkin process.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

howie m.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Overpriced

Apart from the amazing view, it was a dreadful place! The reviews were misleading. Beds awful and uncomfortable. Dining chairs very uncomfortable. Windows dirty. Lounge extremely poor and uncomfortable. Curtain bracket missing. Shower way too short. Cutlery dirty. One old small fan heater for whole place. We left one day early because of being such a terrible, old and definitely not value for money place. Never would we recommend this place to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sarah S.

Liked: Check-in, location

Old and dilapidated

I expected an older property from the photos but the state of the unit was appalling. The master bed is a double not the advertised queen. The door to the master balcony is broken. The lounges are extremely uncomfortable to the point that the floor was more comfortable. The dining chairs were broken and uncomfortable. The DVD player didn't work. The kitchen range hood was broken. The ladder on the bunk bed was broken and dangerous as it easily pulled away from the bunk and is an accident waiting to happen. There is no air con and only a single pedestal fan to provide any cooling.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Modest unit with a good view

Older style unit in a good spot. Don't forget to bring your own linen. It is on the 3rd story with no lift so only suitable if you are good with stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Blue Waters Unit 8/59 Ronald Avenue

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic location. Well equipped. Walking distance to the beach and shops.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

8 Blue Waters, best views of the Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was great about the stay. Booking was easy and the Winning personnel were really helpful and professional. It was easy to book and a few emails back and forth sorted everything out. Trying to contact by phone was really wierd though, with calls going via an offshore call centre which was not very helpful at all. I just wanted to clarify a couple of points, but this was impossible and I was kept on hold while the call centre tried to locate someone to talk directly with. Not a good system. We have been coming to Shoal Bay for 20 years, and this was probably our 8th stay in 8 Blue Waters. It's always been easy to book and arrange. Having booked and paid I did not expect the barrage of automated mails for online check in, etc. I am not one of the snowflakes who need constant contact and support. 8 Blue Waters is a true gem, best uninterrupted views of the bay from the balcony and comfortable for us. It wouldn't be everyone's cup of tea, but we find it perfectly appointed for our needs. Sat out on the balcony and ate our evening meals and played scrabble, etc. Will go again later in the year.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, superb view which more than made up for the dated decor. A fan would have been great

It was an easy and smooth renting experience and will use this site again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

main bedroom

It states that a queen bed in main bedroom and it is only a double as a fitted queen sheet when made up has extra width over.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Shoal Bay

Have been staying at this property for over 25 year Great location with great views and well equipped
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nayeli D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I want to go back!

Overall was a great place. The sea view is amazing. Great value for money. Fully contained unit. In general the property and furniture is a little bit outdated but we don't really care, it gives it a little bit of character. The only thing is that with those views you would expect a (far) better balcony table and chairs. There's a small water leak in the toilet bowl. And in addition, if you are an environmentalist, you will be worried for the old toilet that wastes so much water when you flush it. There was only one toilet paper roll, and none in the shops... so bring yours. An annoying detail. Also, it would've been great if we could depart after 10 on a Sunday, we were rushing breakfast and had to drive 10 minutes to drop the keys, and another 10 to be back into the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

NURHAN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views and okay experience

The house was quite clean when we entered, but it is an old house. The furniture and cutlery was a bit old but nonetheless the view was the most important for us. No dishwasher but they had a drier and washer. Literally feels like you’re staying at your grandmas house but with a little renovation the unit would be amazing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location

Stayed here for 2 nights with some friends. Great location- easy to walk into town. Beautiful views. Kindof feels like grandma just moved out- lace doilies and aged crockery!! Overall would definitely recommend as long as you don’t mind that things are a bit dated. With a bit of a spring clean and minor update it would be simply amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Pleasantly surprised!

Great views, very clean, spacious, great location. We’d love to stay again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Absolutely Amazing view!

We were surprised at how beautiful the place was . It was cosy and homely and we both want to stay again. The real estate were a pleasure to deal with and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs . Thank you guys .