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SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 575 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW
  • Shoal Bay Beach
    2 min walk
  • Marcos Bar and Ristorante
    2 min walk
  • Newcastle Interchange Station
    52 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    34 min drive

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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 Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. .This vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 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
  • West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 4 min drive
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 5 min drive

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 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach

2 bedroom duplex unit (sleeps 5)

Prime location - only 100m to Shoal Bay beachfront, cafes and shops
Suitable for families, couples or groups (and wheelchair accessible) - including our 4 legged friends!
Off street parking for one vehicle (sorry no trailer or boat parking)
Total internal area 56 square metres (excluding covered deck 6m x 3m)
Bedroom 1 : Queen bed, radiator, electric blanket
Bedroom 2 : Double bed and single bed (together as bunks), radiator, electric blankets
Large outside covered living and dining deck area (6m x 3m)
Doggie friendly for trained pooches - leash free beaches are close 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.
Airconditioning in living area for hot or cold throughout the unit.
Dishwasher
Wheelchair accessible
Free NBN wi fi
TV with Netflix and YouTube streaming
External shower for sandy people and salty doggies too
Gas BBQ and laundry (shared with Unit 1)
Off street parking for one vehicle (sorry no trailers or boats)
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 2 sleeps 5 guests (and it is wheelchair accessible) and see listing for Unit 1 (sleeps 4) if you have a larger group of up to 9. (If you have problems finding and booking Unit 1 and Unit 2 together - please send us a message for us to assist).

Being so close to the beach it’s the ideal place to leave your car and walk to the beach and activities. At night Shoal Bay beachfront is alive with great restaurants and pubs - especially the famous Country Club - just a few minutes walk away.

Or rent a bike. e-bike or tandem only 70m away to explore from Fingal to Nelson Bay and beyond...

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
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

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
  • 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
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking 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: 807 sq ft (75 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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 doggies allowed, but please advise us

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Travel cot and high chair available on request

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

2 Bedroom Doggie Friendly Duplex Unit Prime Location 100m Beach

SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena C.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., nsw Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
great spot
great stay, it was our third time with our family and small dog, nice place to stay,, cheers
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy unit within walking distance of the beach
The unit was clean, comfortable and filled with all the essentials needed for a short to medium length stay. I contacted the owner about a small issue and he was extremely receptive and polite. The deck was nicely sheltered for our dog so he stayed dry even during the rainy night. Would highly recommend this unit for families or couples travelling with a well behaved dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly, close to beach, coffee machine
We loved out weekend away, the house is dog friendly, clean and has large bed rooms rooms with a big ipen plan kitchen, lounge & dinning. Big deck with BBQ we felt at home and would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog friendly
Our Labrador loved this accomodation and so did we. Really relaxing, can’t beat the location, beds were clean and comfortable and bathroom very clean also. Visiting Bagnalls Beach (about 10 minute drive) which is dog off leash 24/7 is a must. Would love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and cosy cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owner & doggie fun stay
Great relaxed beachy feel with all the comforts of home. Lovely hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoal Bay get away
The property was nice and close to shops and restaurants and owner was always contactable if we needed anything or had any issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Lovely dog friendly unit and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
Shoal bay tetreat
Good setup of an old house divided into 2. We’ll set out and fitted out. Very comfortable and great position. Only complaint not being able to access drive. There looked to be plenty of room to accommodate 2 cars.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem
This would have to be one of the best dog friendly stays we’ve had. Bryan was very easy to communicate with, answering questions promptly. The duplex was very comfortable and had everything you could possibly need. The fully enclosed verandah was very comfortable and was perfect if we needed to leave the dogs while going out. Being only a block from the beach, shops and cafes was the icing on the cake. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter, Gunnedah

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and bars easy stroll to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of this property was perfect. It was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Best spot in town. Very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Coby B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location walking distance to amazing cafe/restaurants and lovely calm bay for a swim.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay in Shoal Bay
Such a comfortable unit with everything you need to make an enjoyable break away. The deck is a great place to start the day with breakfast or drinks and dinner. With a gate on the deck it’s the perfect place for your dog to keep you company while you’re relaxing. The location couldn’t be better as it’s such a short walk to the beach, close enough for a pre-breakfast swim and the strip with restaurants, cafes and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fantastic find
We had a fantastic stay at Bryan’s property. The house is clean, well-equipped and so conveniently located. We really appreciated also being able to bring along our furry family member. Bryan was great to communicate with and very accomodating. We are already looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stress buster.
Very pleasant. Everything worked like it should. location is ideal. 1 min to beach and shops. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nelson Bay Getaway
Nice clean premises and very dog friendly. Close to everything you need to make for a great by the sea weekend or longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and beachy with everything you need for you and your pooch.
I loved the furnishings and the style. They even had fairy lights on the balcony. The main bed was fabulous and very comfortable. It was close to the beach and shops and everything else like Fingal Bay, Nelson Bay and Anna Bay. The best beach for 24/7 off leash dog beach is Bagnall. We had a terrific time. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness
great escape
Lovely time in a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, close to shops, some dog friendly restaurants.
The beach just around the corner is lovely but not dog friendly. There is only one dog friendly beach which is nice but we thought we'd be able to walk to one from the unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little home in a perfect location
We had a lovely time in this beautifully decorated home! It was perfect for our little pup. Location was perfect (less than a 5 min walk and you are at the beach and near the local shops. I look forward to coming here again during the warmer months to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
So handy
Just lovely. Close to beach and somewhere to get easy take away & club. My first doggie holiday. I hope to go back again. Thanks Bryan and Mandy ☺️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022