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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 817 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nelson Bay, NSW
  • West Nelson Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beach House for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. Close to Beach and Pool

Serenity on Shoal Bay Rd is perfect for a beach side get away and is suitable for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. This near new beach house is situated 3-4 minutes’ walk from Nelson Bay shopping precinct and d'Albora marina and popular Little Beach.

It offers open plan living areas, full size kitchen with stone bench, stainless appliances (including a dishwasher) and essential meal prep-equipment as well as some basic pantry items. The dining area seats up to 8 people and opens out onto a pleasant rear private courtyard with outdoor dining table and BBQ.

The house is fully air-conditioned and the furnishings create a beachy, yet modern feel. The home sleeps up to 8 adults (2 on a sofa lounge) with 2.5 bathrooms. The master bedroom suite has a king bed, private balcony and en-suite. Bedroom two has a queen bed and bedroom three contains two king single beds. A potacot is also available for use with your own linen. All beds are new and have luxurious mattresses and 1000 tread Egyptian cotton doona, sheet and towel settings. Separate towels are also ready at the back door for use at the pool.

The huge sleek ten meter by six meter pool with picnic area and seating is less than thirty meters from your door and is part of a small private local community estate. The double lock up garage may also contains kids’ fishing rods and bikes of guest to borrow.
Pool Closed: 1st May until 30th September.

You might like to surf, fish, or relax on the deck or by the pool. Visit the local markets, dine in local restaurants and cafés, take in an afternoon of golf, bowling, or a move. The house is also stacked with plenty of reading material, DVD’s and board games for those quiet afternoons.

Located on the southern shores of Port Stephens, Nelson Bay offers and aquatic playground. Within the sheltered areas of the bay there are safe, calm beaches that are ideal or small children. Little Beach falls into this category and is only a 3 minute walk from this beachhouse. The waterfront Little Beach Boathouse Restaurant is a must, we have been their often to dine and watched the wild dolphins as they swim around the shoreline of Little Beach at sunset.

Fly Point is an aquatic reserve which offers exceptional diving and snorkeling and is again only walking distance. The coastal beaches such as Dutchmans Beach are just a five minute drive away are awash with booming waves – ideal for surfing.

To the south of Nelson Bay, Stockton Beach has the country’s largest coastal dune system where you can 4WD, quad bike or camel ride, sand board on the dunes, windsurf, sailboard, kiteboard or just relax at the local surf lifesaving coffee shop while taking in the view.

The coastal waters around Nelson Bay form a part of the Whale super highway. Tomaree National Park summit, Boat Harbour, Anna Bay and Barry Park in Fingal Bay are great for Whale and dolphin pod watching. Mid May to Early September sees the whales moving north to their breeding grounds and from Mid-September to the middle of October the south migration kicks in with lots of Humpback mothers and their new born calves seen during October.

Shoal Beachhouse is minutes’ walk from Nelson Bay Marina and the hub of town where you will find boutique shops, cafes, superb dining restaurants and numerous other recreational activities. You have a holiday playgroup at your doorstep which is only moments from Natational Parks for scenic bush and beach walks with lookouts points, swimming, surfing, boating, fishing, cycling, walking, golfing shopping and dining. The only limit is your imagination.

Feel free to send us a message (owners William and Sharon). We will be happy to assist with any specific needs or provide additional information before you commit to a booking request.

No pets, No smoking inside, No Schoolies – Thanks

Property manager

William Mills

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs
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Events

No events allowed
No Schoolies, Parties, Functions
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside
Check Out 10am sharp No - Schoolies/Parties/Functions, Pets, Smoking (inside), parking in driveway Number of Guests not to exceed booking agreement
Additional Fees: Excessive/unsorted garbage $50-$100 Unclean BBQ/Kitchen/Fridge $20 Missing Linen/toweling/fixtures replacement cost Lost keys $50
Communal pool for use by paying guests only Excessive noise is prohibited and may result in termination of rental Notify owner of any concerns asap

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Schoolies, Parties, Functions
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 2315, PID-STRA-8991

We should mention

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

About the area

Nelson Bay

Located in Nelson Bay, this holiday home is next to a golf course and by the sea. Nelson Head Lighthouse and Heritage Light House Cottage are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Travelling with kids? Consider Fly Point Marine Reserve and Salamander Super Strike. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nelson Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • West Nelson Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KIN - Cafe & Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Blueys - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bub's Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Little Nel Cafe - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach House for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. Close to Beach and Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beach House for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. Close to Beach and Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach House for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. Close to Beach and Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach House for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. Close to Beach and Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach House for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. Close to Beach and Pool located?

This family-friendly Nelson Bay holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of West Nelson Bay and Fly Point Marine Reserve. Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhys O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nelson Bay Stay
William was a timely communicator. When we needed to postpone our trip twice due to illness he was very accommodating. The property would have been nice however the floors looked as though they hadn’t been cleaned and there was a unpleasant smell coming from laundry - I believe these would be easy fixes. The location in terms of proximity to beach and shops was pretty good and walkable however we stayed in the master room and there was quite a lot of light coming in as we were on a main road and the noise could be bad at points.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catch up with friends
The home was neat , clean and modern with easy access.Great location, straight across from the club which was a bonus.Property manager was always very prompt to return my emails . I would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking to stay in the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aurelia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central location, great stay
Accommodation is walking distance to Nelson Bay Beach, Little Beach & Fly Point. Great location for exploring local area and beyond. Nearby pool is also handy for kids. Would be good if garage has remote control.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emelia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house
Great location, very tidy house with everything you need, owners very easy to get in contact with. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiago F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation in convenient location
Neat and tidy accommodation suitable for up to 6 guests. Space for the kids to play and located within a friendly and safe gated community.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Well appointed and located property close to all the local needs Park your car and walk to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Peter N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good setup and plenty of room good location. remote.
Found garage door very heavy and low clearance and my Ute isn't that high. Roller door and remote would be better. Inside roomy and suitable for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little get away!
We spend Christmas at the property and had a great time. Great location, very clean and comfortable property! Will be coming back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice comfortable accommodation
Overall the accommodation was great for a family week away and would definitely stay again! One of the cleanest and well set up places we've stayed at in the last 11 years of consistently holidaying in the area. Kitchen was a good size and adequately equipped, bedding was comfortable, internet access kept the kids entertained, the downstairs/upstairs aircon was heaven on the >30C days with ceiling fans alone enough for a comfortable nights sleep and the communal pool was very convenient if you don't want to stay at the beach all day. The location is quite central to access Shoal Bay, Nelson Bay Marina or Salamander Bay shops and lastly, the owner was very communicative. Constructive feedback, there is no street space to park behind the property and no access to the back garage from Hardy St (this wasn't a surprise as I checked google maps before I arrived) but since you cannot park on the rear driveway to simply stop to drop off groceries or unload & drive off (doing so would block your neighbour), it would be so much more convenient to have an automatic garage door. The manual door is quite cumbersome and my Wife was not able to open it herself. To us it was a minor inconvenience but something that should be transparent to avoid disappointment. Again overall a great place to stay and we'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Aundry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well Placed Positioned Town House!
Well functional town House with ALL of the goods for the family with children! Small backyard with BBQ, sitting outside under the Patio, big kitchen, laundry and 3 bedrooms upstairs with aircon..bit noisy with passing traffic but 250-300 met walk to the RSL Club about 600 meters walk to Little Beach and Little Boathouse Restaurant ...and a 20-30 min walk into Salamendar Bay Prescient. All good...TV abit small and I do think it needs "an annual Pestrid" going over but I'd stay there again if wanting!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Close proximity to Nelson Bat but house needs polish
On a positive note, communication with the owner was prompt and the beds were comfortable. The house is also close to the centre of town. However, the property is on a noisy main road (not ideal for children who nap during the day), and we found the house to be very dark and gloomy, even on a sunny day. The floor upstairs creaked, waking up house guests and we found a lot of dust and rubbish under the couch and on light fittings and fans. Also, you cannot access the property via the most logical and direct entry point and must drive around the block to access the garage, which is very inconvenient. Overall, we believe the property was oversold in the advertisement and we were not overly satisfied with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Close to shops and restaurants. Great beds and across the road of private swimming pool access. Our family enjoyed our stay. Thanks the McKnights
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and convenient
Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home!
My husband, 8 month old son and I stayed here on our first family holiday and I am already planning our next stay! The property manager was always happy to answer queries and assist however he could. The property had everything a young family could need, really the only difficulty was bringing our luggage down the back stairs at night so I would just aim to arrive in daylight in the future. The properties location was great, we walked down to the main street every morning for breakfast and across the road to the markets on the weekend! We will most certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

RONIL R., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cosy and good location
Nice house and ideally located. Lacked a dryer which we gather is a standard these days and it affected us as we had an infant with us. Good communication with the owner and he dealt with an issue we raised with him effectively.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

TIna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful holiday location and accomodation
My family have holidayed at Serenity 3 years in a row now and would happily return again. Great accomodation, excellent proximity to everything Nelson Bay has to offer, and well managed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property & location.
We had a fantastic stay!! The property is in a great location for walks in to town and to the beaches. The house itself is lovely, it has a really well stocked pantry/fridge with all the basics you need. Communication with the owner was excellent and replies to my queries were prompt. We will be back again, thank you.

10/10 Excellent

TIna T.

Great family holiday destination
We had a lovely time again this year staying with our 3 kids. Clean and comfortable and within walking distance of everything we need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jess A.

Everything you could possibly need for an enjoyable stay. Comfortable, clean and spacious.
Great communication with hosts, pool was nice, short walk to town, kid friendly - overall we had a fabulous time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sharon m.

Beautiful house in an excellent location
This house is fully equipped with all that you need to enjoy a weekend or a month.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH S.

Wonderful Facilities and Location
We had a wonderful stay, the place had everything we needed, including a portacot we had forgottent to bring.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

MARION M.

Good property
I was most surprised to not find a tumble dryer available , especially to dry towels. In wet weather this creates a big problem
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Relaxing holiday
My husband and I enjoyed a lovely time away together at serenity. The accomodation was very clean, comfortable and well equipped. Walking distance to shops restaurants. And also to the little boathouse where we would go down for drinks and watch the dolphins come in very close
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Yvon Y.

Excellent property with a COMPLETE holiday house
We all enjoyed our stay at Serenity at Nelson Bay. It is a very nice and comfortable house with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, spacious living and dinning area. Beds are comfortable with air-con, made a sweet dream on your holiday. The owners are very generous to provide a COMPLETE kitchen with all necessities even little things like sugar, salt and oil. We did not need to worry all these especially you do not need to buy small quantity just for the holiday. Beach towels are included, it helps me to pack less for holiday. Kids enjoyed the board games, DVD and even bikes. Location is very close to town centre. My husband enjoyed the morning walk to buy coffee. I give them a LIKE.

About the host

Hosted by William Mills

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William and I have owned and managed two holiday rental properties named ‘Serenity’ in Nelson Bay since early 2012. We enjoy interacting with our guest, many of whom return year after year. As parents to two beautiful teenage girls we enjoy traveling as a family but also appreciate escaping as a couple.
For this reason, we consciously created environments within our properties ‘Serenity’ where our guests would experience calmness and a relaxed holiday spirit whilst ensuring we provided guest with a clean holiday home that contained practical household inclusions and a level comfort with some luxurious touches.
To ensure we can accommodation your holiday requirements please contact us via email.

Why they chose this property

Imagine your next holiday or weekend getaway in our spacious, modern, well equipped self-contained 3 bedroom - 2.5 bathroom holiday home. Enjoy luxury accommodation facilities, parkland and ocean glimpses from your private balcony. Relax around your own private courtyard and BBQ area and private estate swimming pool.

Serenity on Shoal Bay Rd is minutes’ walk from Nelson Bay Marina and the hub of town where you will find boutique shops, cafes, superb dining restaurants and numerous other recreational activities. You have a holiday playgroup at your doorstep which is only moments from National Parks for scenic bush and beach walks with look outs points, swimming, surfing, boating, fishing, cycling, walking, golfing shopping and dining. The only limit is your imagination.

What makes this property unique

The coastal waters around Nelson Bay form a part of the Whale super highway. Tomaree National Park summit, Boat Harbour, Anna Bay and Barry Park in Fingal Bay are great for Whale and dolphin pod watching. Mid May to Early September sees the whales moving north to their breeding grounds and from Mid-September to the middle of October the south migration kicks in with lots of Humpback mothers and their new born calves seen during October.

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English