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Shellharbour Beach Cottage-1 min walk to Flags - 10min walk to Shellcove-REDUCED

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New deck with shaded pergola.
Fully fenced backyard
Dining on the deck
Main Queen room
Second Queen room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 892 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shellharbour, NSW
  • Shellharbour South Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Links Shell Cove Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Farm
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Shellharbour Beach Cottage-1 min walk to Flags - 10min walk to Shellcove-REDUCED

**SHELLHARBOUR BEACH COTTAGE - LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION.
**BACK GATE OPENS ONTO BEACH RESERVE AND FRONT GATE WALK TO SHELL COVE YACHT MARINA.
**CAFES, RESTAURANTS, TAVERN, PLAYGROUND, PUB, OCEAN POOL - ALL JUST A STROLL AWAY IN EACH DIRECTION.
**MOST CENTRAL PROPERTY TO WALK EVERYWHERE.
**PLUS FLAGS AND LIFEGUARDS IN SUMMER JUST OUT THE BACK GATE.

Coastal comfort - Just steps from the sand.
Unwind at this beautifully styled beach cottage, just a 1 minute stroll to the beach. With space for the whole family (or group of friends), a huge covered deck, an unbeatable location, it's the perfect spot to soak up the best of beachside living.

What You'll Love:
*1 minute walk to the beach - ideal for morning swims and sunset walks.
*3 comfy bedrooms (2 Queens + 1 Bunk with 2 Singles - sleeps 8 in total.)
*Airy open plan living with coastal charm, big windows and recliners for lazy afternoons.
*Fully equipped kitchen and BBQ for outdoor meals.
*Expansive deck with dining area, twinkle lights and firepit.
*Books, cards and family extras like board games and beach gear.
*Perfect location.
*1 minute to the beach and 5 minutes to the ocean pool.
*Cafes, fish and chips and modern yacht marina all in walking distance.
*Awesome playground and park across the road.
*Pubs and two taverns nearby. Golf course, scenic walks and shops nearby.
*Fully fenced yard for kids and dogs.
BONUS FEATURES:
*Nespresso coffee machine
*Reverse cycle air-conditioning
*WiFi, Netflix ready smart TV
*Firepit for evenings under the stars
*Linen and towels included for all beds booked
*Extra shower and toilet in the outside laundry
*Pet-friendly with fully fenced yard
*Easy front yard and street parking
*Easy access to bicycle paths along the coast

Whether you are after a romantic beach break, a fun-filled family holiday or a chilled-out getaway with friends, this beach retreat ticks all the boxes.

*11am CHECK IN and 1pm CHECKOUT is mostly available outside holidays on condition of availability dependant on other bookings. (Confirmation week prior to booking. Otherwise it's the usual timings.)

*The house consists of 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen and dining area and a lounge area and outside deck and pergola. The main bedroom and 2nd bedrooms have a Queen bed. The 3rd bedroom, the Kids Room, you walk through to reach the bathroom and main bedroom. It has 2 Single beds and Bunks.

*All the lower beds, 2 queens and 3 singles, and made up for you with FRESH LINEN AND TOWELS. Doonas, pillows and extra blankets are provided, as well as some electric blankets on the Queen beds. (Please note that the top single bunk is NOT included in this arrangement. Linen is be available for the top bunk if 8 people are booked.)

*Please BYO: Beach towels and beach shade.

*The laundry is outside with washing machine and an extra "tropical" shower and toilet, perfect for after the beach. The kitchen has dishwasher and all cooking facilities. There is usually a small supply of tea, sugar, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, flour, oil, dishwashing liquid, teatowels etc in the kitchen.
*The lounge seats 8 comfortably in LOUNGE CHAIRS with TV, WiFi and DVD. There are books and some games and DVD's provided. We also provide some beach chairs, banana lounges and boogy boards.
*There is a FIRE PIT, with provision of firestarters, kindling and some logs, but wood supply cannot be guaranteed, so please byo some logs if you want a lot of fires.
*We have REVERSE CYCLE AIR CON, plus heaters and some electric blankets in the winter and floor fans in the summer, so you have the choice for perfect temperatures, summer and winter.
*Try out the new Shell Cove Golf Course and Tavern for golf and dinner. Our best recommendation.
*Also try the newly opened Waterfront Tavern in Shell Cove with cafes, restaurants etc.
**Maximum permitted on the property is 8 people including children. No schoolies, no parties, no functions, no bucks nights on the property.
*This is a tranquil place to unwind for a family or friends get together, with neighbours homes next door.
*Small/medium size DOG is permitted.

LOCATION
*Shellharbour is 1 1/2 hours south of Sydney, situated just north of Kiama.
*It is a small waterfront village with lots of shops and outdoor cafes and restaurants. There is a boat harbour for launching boats, and breakwaters for fishing, and the new Shell Cove Yacht Marina, shops and Tavern at the other end of our street opening 2022.
*There is plenty of shopping with large grocery and wonderful seafood market at Shellharbour Square, just 8 minutes drive away.
*There is an olympic size salt water rock pool, also just a short walk from the house.
*For those without a car, it is easy to take the train from Sydney Central to Shellharbour Junction (just 6 minutes in a taxi). Some of the Clubs in the area provide free transport in the evening for dinner etc.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
*Apart from the swimming and fishing, there are famous surf beaches nearby at The Farm as well as great scuba diving at Bass Point, just 5 minutes down the road.
*There is a boat harbour only 5 minutes around the corner, for launching a boat, and plenty of off street parking for a boat.
*The closest supermarket is Woolworths in Shell Cove.
*There is a small local IGA supermarket, but Shellharbour Square is a very large shopping centre, only 10 minutes drive away. They also have a wonderful fish market, definately worth a look if you enjoy seafood.
*For some sightseeing further afield, Berry, Minnamurra Falls, Kiama Blow Hole, "Babe" country, Jamberoo Fun Park and the Southern Highland towns of Bowral and Robertson make a lovely days outing.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE A NO NOISY PARTY POLICY.
The house is in a quiet neighbourhood, with permanent neighbours, so no "bucks" party or "schoolies" bookings accepted.
We are best suited to families or just a few friends having a nice week away at the beach.

Property manager

Rae Masman (Owner)
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No schoolies, bucks, etc. NO gatherings.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small/med dogs.Not all the fence is full height.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no parties and no more persons allowed on the property without prior approval. Loss of payment and eviction will otherwise apply.

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, bucks, etc. NO gatherings.
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-6565, 2529

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wollongong

Located in Shellharbour, a neighbourhood in Wollongong, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Links Shell Cove Golf Course and Port Kembla Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Jamberoo Action Park and Natural Necessity. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Croom Regional Sporting Complex or Illawarra Performing Arts Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Shellharbour, NSW

What's nearby

  • Shellharbour South Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Links Shell Cove Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Warilla Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • The Farm - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Wollongong City Beach - 23 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Shellharbour Junction Station - 7 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waterfront Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Shellharbour Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bean Roasted Espresso Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A Harn Thai Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shellharbour Beach Cottage-1 min walk to Flags - 10min walk to Shellcove-REDUCED pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Shellharbour Beach Cottage-1 min walk to Flags - 10min walk to Shellcove-REDUCED?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shellharbour Beach Cottage-1 min walk to Flags - 10min walk to Shellcove-REDUCED?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shellharbour Beach Cottage-1 min walk to Flags - 10min walk to Shellcove-REDUCED located?

Located in Shellharbour, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach. Warilla Beach and Maloneys are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to beach
We were a family of 6 celebrating a birthday. The house was as described and worked well for our group. The closeness of the beach and walking distance to Shellharbour were big pluses.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely seaside cottage
Great little house, excellent location. All we needed for a perfect beach holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RACHAEL V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachside cottage
Absolutely loved the house, location and easiness of staying at this wonderful seaside cottage..will stay again in future
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous environment
My daughter and I and our 2 small dogs loved the beach cottage. Perfect location to beach and shellharbour village. Beds were very comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach shack
Shell Cove is a lovely spot to spend time with family, the new Waterfront Tavern has great food and the beach is directly across the carpark from the property. A true beach shack with all of the basics. Communication with the owner was easy and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rochelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
It was a comfortable, archetypical beach home.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lewis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Interesting location despite a very developed area
in between old town and new town…might be a good spot for parents with self sufficient children given beach access and patrolled beach…I recommend old town…stayed with 2 pets so couldn’t do take up what looked like interesting restaurants…suggest andaman thai …take away sitting in one of the covered booths on the water front … need to improvise with glasses if you’d like a wine but Andaman were able to help out …. One of the best things about this house is while it has great beach access it is very private…something that all the massive new ‘fence to fence’ houses have sacrificed The house is a little old but maybe that’s a good thing…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

susan s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
Great location so nice to walk to everywhere. We loved the walking tracks and not having to take the car out once. The house was as per the images and a very casual setting. It wasn't as clean as we are used to and felt it was a little overpriced for the furnishings. A new bed in the main bedroom (front room) is needed as you hear the springs popping as you move. Overall very relaxing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ross H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell Harbour rustic getaway
Fantastic location, lovely host who is obviously invested in the property and keen to please. Everything you need for a family beach getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Gael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Great little home and beautiful location Nice family time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage in the perfect spot
Walk to beaches and shops. Private back yard with a great second ensuite in the outside laundry
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Beach Cottage !
Lovely beach cottage in a great location. All you need for a comfortable, quiet and cosy stay. 1 minute walk to the beach and a few minutes to shops and restaurants. A short drive to the new Marina complex.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great original seaside cottage -perfect getaway.
The cottage is a delightful original seaside “shack”. We loved the history and location - Rae was great with communication and nothing was a problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ann E., Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to beach
Beach cottage close to beach but if older generation walking to village is too far. Comfortable -a few cleaning issues which have been rectified Very good communication with owner
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach holiday cottage!
We have had the loveliest time at this cottage. Very comfortable inside and out on the deck (looks new!). The kitchen is well equipped with lots of extras provided. The beach is just outside the back gate and we could walk to everything in the local village (supermarkets, fish and chip shops, pubs). We recommend this highly to any family and friend groups for a beach getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jody Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top spot
We loved bring a 2 minute walk from beach and 5 minute to Shellharbour Village. Great little deck and outdoor area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a ball!
The property was beautifully clean and welcoming. Some of the decor and kitchen supplies were a little tired but it kind of added to the experience. Lots of board games for the kids, a true holiday destination. Thanks Rae, for sharing your family home. Loved seeing the photos and history of the house too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seelan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, great value
Comfortable accommodation, well equipped with all you need for an enjoyable stay. Rae is a considerate host who sent us important information about the property and the surrounding area before we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachy comfort
Our second stay at this cottage and we enjoyed it thoroughly. Rae is a great communicator. Thank you again, Rae!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

jenifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Just across from beach (car park between) so easy to just grab beach stuff and walk across the road. Walking distance to shops/cafes/parks. We enjoyed walking to restaurants for dinner ect. House comfortable and clean. Just a tip- having a vacuum on the property would have been more convenient for tidying up after kids than sweeping with a broom
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage!
The cottage is very clean, cosy and is in a great location. The beach is so close and has lovely sand. Dogs had a great holiday too! Very relaxing stay. Rae is very lovely to deal with. Thanks Rae!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne T., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
This is a great property for a beach front holiday. Location is perfect, just a stroll to the beach and kids playground. Rae is the perfect property host who has literally thought of everything from water bucket for your feet when returning from the beach to a fully equipped kitchen + utensils. She also provided board games and love the photos on the wall of when her father built this property. It has a family feel and I'm so relaxed following our little getaway. We are already pondering when to rebook our next stay. Thanks for everything Rae! We'll be in touch again, I'm sure 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay!
Have just had a great few days at this cottage. Straight out the back to the beach and easy walk to the pool and cafes in town. Kids loved the “cricket pitch” and the bike tracks outside the back yard. Very clean and comfortable and everything we needed. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Neryl J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Close to beach. Comfortable beds and lounge. Tiny bit expensive for what it is. Could do with a good clean ie light switches were dirty, lights full of insects etc. The area is not very dog friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Sita S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lovely little cottage
We had a lovely stay at the cottage. It was just the right size for us and the location was great with a beautiful deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rae Masman (Owner)

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We have been renting out our beach house for holiday lets, for about 15 years.

Why they chose this property

Perfect getaway for friends or family wanting a few days together in a a very relaxed spot.

What makes this property unique

Walk straight out the back gate to the beach reserve. Your four legged friends are allowed on the far end of the beach. Walk to pool, cafes etc.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests