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Shoal Bay Beach Retreat
Nelson Bay vacation home with balcony
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Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
Explore the area

Nelson Bay, NSW
- Shoal Bay BeachPlace, Shoal Bay Beach3 min walk
- Tomaree National ParkPlace, Tomaree National Park3 min walk
- Nelson Head LighthousePlace, Nelson Head Lighthouse7 min walk
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)38 min drive
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About the area
Nelson Bay
Seaside stay .Your stay at this Nelson Bay vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. Also, West Nelson Bay is within half a mile (1 km) and Nelson Head Lighthouse is within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Shoal Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Tomaree National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Nelson Head Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- West Nelson Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Fly Point Marine Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
- In House Kitchen - 3 min drive
- Atmos - 19 min walk
- Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - 15 min walk
- Magnolia. - 3 min drive
- Salt Bistro - 15 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shoal Bay Beach Retreat
This 4-bedroom, beach-themed holiday home offers the ideal base for your family's next Port Stephens holiday. Located in a quiet cul de sac, it is an easy 300m stroll through the leafy reserve onto the soft white sand of Shoal Bay Beach. This pristine stretch of coastline offers great swimming, a beautiful foreshore reserve and your choice of scenic walks, with endless exploring to be done.
This welcoming home features a spacious, air-conditioned living and dining area with TV, DVD player, comfortable lounges and a dining table. Preparing meals will be a breeze in the generous kitchen which offers a dishwasher, oven, cooktop, microwave and full size fridge/freezer. The family room opens onto the covered entertaining deck with a BBQ and outdoor setting, overlooking the backyard which has an outdoor shower and a fantastic kids cubby house offering hours of fun. It's the perfect space to unwind with a chilled drink and snacks after a day out adventuring, before setting up for an easy alfresco dinner.
There are 4 bedrooms with ceiling fans, 3 of which also have a built-in robe. The master bedroom has a queen bed and ensuite with shower and bath, while the second and third each have a queen bed and the fourth bedroom has a bunk bed and a single bed. The main bathroom has a bath, separate shower, and toilet.
The internal laundry offers a washing machine and ironing facilities, and off-street parking is available for 2 cars or a small boat.
Important Notes:
- Linen and Towels are provided with beds made ready for your arrival.
- Garage is for owner use only, off-street parking is available for guests.
- The backyard is not fenced.
- wifi is not provided at this property
This welcoming home features a spacious, air-conditioned living and dining area with TV, DVD player, comfortable lounges and a dining table. Preparing meals will be a breeze in the generous kitchen which offers a dishwasher, oven, cooktop, microwave and full size fridge/freezer. The family room opens onto the covered entertaining deck with a BBQ and outdoor setting, overlooking the backyard which has an outdoor shower and a fantastic kids cubby house offering hours of fun. It's the perfect space to unwind with a chilled drink and snacks after a day out adventuring, before setting up for an easy alfresco dinner.
There are 4 bedrooms with ceiling fans, 3 of which also have a built-in robe. The master bedroom has a queen bed and ensuite with shower and bath, while the second and third each have a queen bed and the fourth bedroom has a bunk bed and a single bed. The main bathroom has a bath, separate shower, and toilet.
The internal laundry offers a washing machine and ironing facilities, and off-street parking is available for 2 cars or a small boat.
Important Notes:
- Linen and Towels are provided with beds made ready for your arrival.
- Garage is for owner use only, off-street parking is available for guests.
- The backyard is not fenced.
- wifi is not provided at this property
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Property amenities
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Porch/lanai
- Yard
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
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)
General
- Garden
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
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.
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-21165
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