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

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Exterior
Floor plan
Covered deck with gate
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 575 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW
  • West Nelson Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Bryan Lowe
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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

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9.6 out of 10, (117 reviews)
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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
Travel cot and high chair available on request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Well behaved doggies allowed, but please advise us
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 2315, PID-STRA-5796

We should mention

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

About the area

Shoal Bay

Located in Shoal Bay, this holiday home is near the beach. Tomaree National Park and Boondelbah Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fly Point Marine Reserve and Salamander Super Strike. Toboggan Hill Park and Pelican Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Shoal Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Shoal Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive - 2.0 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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. Zenith Beach and Little Island are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
R&R
Fantastic location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena C.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lovely dog friendly unit and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Best spot in town. Very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Coby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great escape
Lovely time in a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

About the host

Hosted by Bryan Lowe

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Hi - we are Bryan and Mandy - we are both English migrants and dog lovers. I'm retired from the TV and film world but Mandy is still busy saving lives as a nurse! Having been deprived of sun, sand and surf growing up, we now spend our time between Sydney's Northern Beaches and Port Stephens. We first discovered Shoal Bay in 1985 and we have been visiting constantly ever since. We bought and renovated Shoal Bay Retreat because of its prime beachside location, classic style and flexible layout for guests. As dog lovers (we have a spoodle), we allow well behaved doggie guests too!

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So close to Shoal Bay beach front...

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