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SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 1 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach

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Beach nearby
Beach nearby
Children's area
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW
  • Tomaree National Park
    2 min walk
  • Shoal Bay Beach
    2 min walk
  • Zenith Beach
    15 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    34 min drive

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includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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About the area

Shoal Bay

When you a stay at this vacation home in Shoal Bay, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Tomaree National Park and Shoal Bay Beach. .This vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Wreck Beach and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Boondelbah Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Shoal Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shoal Bay Country Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blueys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aussie Bobs Fish & Chips - ‬5 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 RETREAT Unit 1 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach

2 bedroom duplex unit (sleeps 4), which can also be booked with Unit 2 (sleeps another 5 - which is wheelchair accessible)

Prime location - only 100m to Shoal Bay beach, cafes and shopfront
Suitable for families, couples or groups - including our 4 legged ones friends in our secure gated garden!
Off street parking for one vehicle (sorry no trailers or boats)
Total internal area 46 square metres (excluding covered deck 6m x 3m)
Bedroom 1 : Queen bed, pedestal fan, electric blanket, radiator
Bedroom 2 : 2 single beds, pedestal fan, electric blankets, radiator
Large outside covered living and dining deck area (6m x 3m)
Doggie friendly for trained pooches, and close to leash free beaches too!
Up to 2 small dogs allowed, but only one large dog allowed. If in doubt please send us an enquiry. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE BRINGING A DOG WHEN YOU BOOK.
Air conditioning in living area for cold or heat throughout the unit.
Dishwasher
Free NBN wi fi
TV with Free Netflix and YouTube streaming
External shower for sandy feet and salty doggies too!
Shared external gas BBQ and laundry
Children's playground opposite - new and safely fenced
Travel Cot and High Chair available on request

Shoal Bay Retreat is a duplex house of 2 x 2 bedroom units. This Unit 1 sleeps 4 guests and see listing for Unit 2 (sleeps 5) if you have a larger group of up to 9. (If you have problems finding and booking Unit 2 and Unit 1 together - please send us a message for us to assist).

Being so close to the beach its the ideal place to park your car and walk to the beach and activities. At night Shoal Bay beachfront is alive with great restaurants and pubs to choose a few minutes walk away.

Or rent bikes - or even a tandem! - only 70m away to explore a network of dedicated bike paths from Fingal to Nelson Bay and beyond...

Shoal Bay Retreat offers a great combination of prime location, comfort and value. And you can bring your well behaved doggie along too.

DATE CHANGES and CANCELLATION
We offer the most relaxed cancellation terms and refund policy available on this site. You are able to change dates, subject to availability, or cancel at any time outside the cancellation period free of charge.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television with Netflix is provided, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Bryan Lowe

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible (with limits)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 700 sq ft (65 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved dogs allowed, but please advise us.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Property Registration Number 2315, PID-STRA-5796

Property is also known as

2 Bedroom Doggie Friendly Duplex Unit 100m to Beachfront
2 Bedroom Duplex Unit Prime Location 100m Doggie Friendly House
2 Bedroom Duplex Unit Prime Location 100m Doggie Friendly House
2 Bedroom Duplex Unit Prime Location 100m Doggie Friendly

SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 1 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Good place, great location. Fantastic for our family of fours and small dog. Bit noisy at night and a few minor things could be improved eg though kids bed not so comfy. Overall though very good and would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Yolande E.

Convenient location Shoal Bay
The unit was very convenient to the beach. There was a sunny outside verandah for sitting and relaxing. The indoor living and dining area was very small for the price that was paid. Bathroom grout needed a good scrub and there was no bathmat. Otherwise the unit was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Three day visit
Great location. Price properly reflects standard of facilities and equipment
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to all amenities. A good stay for a couple with a small dog :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
A great location in the heart of all the amenities and great restaurants Shoal Bay has on offer. Most importantly, dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeka H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, beautiful little costal cottage
Loved staying here! Location was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

gillian j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!!!
Best location. 5 min walk to beach and shops. Off street parking is a bonus. Big bathroom and good size fridge. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoal Bay Retreat
Very happy with facilities, close to beach and walks.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Diane T.

Short break away
Great location to walking, swimming and eating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Em D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway with dog
Fantastic little cottage, sensational location. Our dog loved it. Don’t miss Boat Harbour off leash area, it’s stunning
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoal Bay Retreat
This was our first stay at this grest dog-friendly accommodation. The absolute biggest asset is the accommodation's location, less than 5 minutes walk to everything you need. Beautiful beaches, cafes, dog beach, country club. The accommodation is extremely well equipped, it has everything you need. Both bedrooms are a great size, bathroom is very spacious, kitchen is large. The lounge room is on the small side for a family of 4 including 2 teenagers, however the large outside deck compensates for this. We stated here in late January, 22nd- 28th. We will definitely return to this accommodation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hemasiri A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place in Shoal Bay
We had our four nights stay in Shoal Bay retreat with our pet dog Lexi. It is a nice place. Very close to city centre and other Nelson bay locations. Really enjoyed the outdoor area in the evenings. No problem of recommending this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday celebration
The location and pet friendly accommodation make it an ideal getaway with your furry friend. Shoal Bay beachfront, shops, restaurants are all just a short stroll one block away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
The check in process was seamless and contactless. The unit itself was great for a family of 4 with a dog and the location is excellent with a short 50 metre walk to the beach and the main shopping strip. We had a great stay at Shoal Bay and I highly recommend staying at these units. I look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoal Bay holiday
Not luxury but very comfortable for my wife and I, and walking distance to everything, Velvet was very comfortable too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoal bay
We throughly enjoyed our stay, the property was perfect for our needs , in close walking distance to shops. Very cosy and comfortable. Safe and secure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Pet Friendly getaway
Comfortable and close to the beautiful bay and restaurants.Rare to find a gem that is pet friendly so close to everything in the Bay.Well equipped ,large enclosed deck for our beautiful dog.We felt comfortable and safe popping out for a meal now and then knowing she was safe and comfortable on the deck with her bed and toys.Lovely area to sit and eat with fairy lights.Relaxing lounge on deck where reading was a treat.Great property.Comfortable and clean. we will be back. Thank you hosts great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Close to everything, everyone had a great time including the four legged family members.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place
second time in this property. Great all round, pet friendly. will go back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location, pet friendly.
Awesome 4 nights spent at this great relaxing unit.!! Everything is so good 😊. Love the outdoor veranda seating area, sunset view and relaxed vibe. Fantastic for our dog to enjoy the beach 🏝️ holiday with us and the outdoor shower area is brilliant addition for the units.! Very excited 😆 to plan another trip with husband and water loving dog 🐕.! Thank you 😊.!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ji Yong Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family trip with our dog
Excellent location and especially loved its dog-friendly nature. It's so hard finding dog-friendly accommodation anywhere but here. My dog had his first beach experience since entering our family two years ago and he had had the most active time of his life. Keen to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and we loved taking our dog on holiday
This place attracted us due to it being dog friendly and its great location 100m from beach. Easy walk everywhere to cafes, restaurants, IGA. Road is a bit busy but not too noticable. Unit was well equipped and had everything we needed. Patio with lounge and table was excellent and outdoor shower very handy for the beach. We loved our stay and will definitely be back again with Rusty!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable & Convenient
Walking distance to beach and shops. Enjoyable and relaxing atmosphere. Even our puppy had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just the perfect place
This little gem was so close to everything and perfect for our little dog aswell ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pooch friendly
We live the location of the property and the fact that it is pooch friendly with an enclosed verandah and yard. It does have 2 bedrooms but the house is really only big enough for 2 people due to the small size of the living area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022