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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Avoca Beach, NSW
  • Avoca Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Copacabana Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Terrigal Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Palm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)
    ‪106 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Seashells@Avoca Beachhouse

Seashells@Avoca is pet friendly Avoca Beach accommodation now available for your holiday.

Experience this self-contained beach cottage, in beautiful South Avoca beach, only 1 hour from Sydney, but a million miles from the stresses of City life.

Seashells is only a 200 metre stroll to the South end of Avoca beach, where the trendy cafes, South Avoca Surf Club, children’s rockpool and playground, the famous Avoca Cinema and the stunning South Avoca Beach await. The Cottage is set back on the hillside so you can enjoy peace and privacy whilst still being close to all the activities of Avoca Beach.

The Cottage is an original Australian beach shack, updated and modernised to be a comfortable family home with luxurious Hamptons styling, but still containing the gorgeous original features reminiscent of childhood holidays by the beach.

The Cottage is surrounded by a wrap-around deck, complete with a hammock and cape cod chairs to soak up the afternoon sun and sea breezes, and a table with seating for 8 with an outdoor overhead fan to keep cool on those hot summer days.

The Cottage is child and pet friendly, with a large, fully fenced lawn and a downstairs bunk area with couch, TV and DVD player so the kids can play downstairs while the parents relax upstairs.

Accommodation

Seashells at Avoca is perfect for a romantic break for one or two couples and easily accommodates families. The cottage has three bedrooms: 2 large queen rooms upstairs and a bunk room downstairs with a double/ single bunk combination sleeping 3. There are also 2 bathrooms and full laundry facilities.

The beds are made up with luxury linens, pillow top mattresses and fluffy quilts to keep you toasty on cold Winter nights and plenty of fans to cool you down in Summer. The upstairs bedrooms both have overhead fans and open to the deck (with flyscreen doors) so you can enjoy the cooling Summer breezes while you sleep.

The cottage is two storeys, with a living room on each floor, so there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Read a book in the hammock upstairs, while the kids watch a DVD on the brand new Sony flat screen TV downstairs.

The kitchen is a delight to whip up a meal with loved ones, with an electric cook top, oven, grill, dishwasher and microwave. Alternatively, you could cook outside under the stars, with a BBQ next to the deck.

We supply luxury linen, towels, candles, bath products, iPod and CD Player, board games, books, a fully stocked kitchen complete with a Nespresso Coffee machine, coffee capsules and a selection of quality teas to ensure your stay is the perfect blend of romance, fun and relaxation.

You have the cottage and the property for your exclusive use. You can even bring your pet. The garden is fully enclosed so you can leave your dog at home whilst you go to the famous Avoca cinema for a movie and a glass of wine. Or take your dog down to Avoca Beach to enjoy a swim (the beach is pet friendly from the lagoon and is doggy heaven for four legged friends).

We are family and child friendly and offer the following features to make sure both children and Mums and Dads have a fun and restful break:
* Portacot and high chair supplied free of charge upon request
* Deck overlooking the fully enclosed garden
* Two separate living areas
* Brand new widescreen Sony TV, with DVD player
* Children's books and toy box
* Board games
* Double/single bunk bed for up to 3 children
* Avoca Beach playground only 200 metres walk from the house
* South Avoca Beach children’s rockpool and Avoca lagoon for children to safely paddle


The Surrounding Area

If you can drag yourself away from the cottage, all this is only a short 200 metre stroll to the South end of Avoca Beach, with its many restaurants, shops and cafes for you to choose from.

Leave the car at home and stroll back to the cottage under the stars, before enjoying a nightcap on the cape cod chairs enjoying the stars and the sea breezes with someone special or just sink into the comfortable beds with luxury linens for a restful sleep.

Avoca has a vibrant surf culture and a relaxed and friendly ambience. There are lots of things to do, including fishing, beach walking and exploring the nearby parks and headlands.

The long stretch of beach is perfect for both novice and experienced surfers, and it's also ideal for recreational swimming. There are also world class scuba diving sites nearby including the site of the ex-HMAS Adelaide, a former Australian warship that was deliberately sunk to create an artificial reef.

Behind the beach lies tranquil Avoca Lake (an easy 10 minute walk along the beach from Seashells). Visit Acqua Fun on Avoca Lake to explore the waterways by kayak or pedal boat.

The local Friendly Grocer, Avoca Butcher and BWS offer everything you need to cater for your holiday and Coles is an easy 15 minute drive away in Kincumber. Westfield at Erina is around 20 minutes away.

The Avoca Beachside Markets are held on the fourth Sunday of the month at the Heazlett Park Foreshore. There are over 100 stalls, with everything from homewares, local arts and crafts, to artisanal and international foods. With the ocean as its backdrop, this bustling community market is worth checking out.

Nearby, Terrigal, Killcaire and Ettalong Beaches are well worth a visit or just stay in Avoca and enjoy the multitude of activities it has to offer.

Property manager

Will MacIntosh

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property registration number PID-STRA-8375

About the area

Avoca Beach

Avoca Beach is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Terrigal Beach and Turo Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Umina Recreation Centre, or check out an event or a game at The Entertainment Grounds. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Avoca Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Avoca Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Avoca Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Copacabana Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • The Skillion - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Terrigal Beach - 12 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Woy Woy Station - 25 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avoca Beach Bowling & Recreation Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Terrigal Bowling Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Boy and the Rose - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Like Minds - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hoi An Terrigal - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seashells@Avoca Beachhouse pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Seashells@Avoca Beachhouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seashells@Avoca Beachhouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seashells@Avoca Beachhouse located?

This family-friendly Avoca Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Avoca Beach and North Avoca Beach. Copacabana Beach and Walder Crescent Bush Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Lovely

Homely and lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely older cottage, quiet and situated well to the beach and restaurants. We had a few hiccups with facilities and there could have been more blankets. All was sorted very quickly by
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve t.

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

Great location

Great get away home with all the amenities and location to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

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

Excellent stay

Great property and location. Teens especially enjoyed the separate space downstairs. Close to beach, restaurants and cinema. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi M.

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

Just easy relaxing break

Great little house within walking distance to the beach. Very clean and good amenities for a beach holiday shack. Being close to the beach it was great as we could switch off and just enjoy the surroundings. Think the dog enjoyed it too.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Miss K

Thank you we really enjoyed our stay. So lovely to be able to walk to the beach 🏖️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Incredible!!!

Absolutely loved our stay here. The house was perfect and had everything we needed. Plenty of space and a lovely outdoor setting that we used for meals!!! Such a good location too! Perfect for a holiday with friends !! Thankyou again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth O.

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

A very happy beach Christmas

We had a lovely few days, swimming and eating and laughing. It was a beautiful, relaxed Christmas after an exhausting year. Thank you very much. It was
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Lekha A., Johannesburg

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

We were a family of 6 adults and an infant. The downstairs room with bunk beds was not comfortable for two adults. However, the two queen beds in the other two bedrooms were lovely. The kitchen is well equipped. The place needs some maintenance, but the location is absolutely perfect. A few minutes to a wonderful beach and restaurants.Our host was very cooperative and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kylie B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Easter break

Seashells@Avoca is a cute little beach house. It was clean although a little musty smelling and could do with a little updating but is nicely decorated with comfy beds and everything you need. The wrap around deck really makes the house and was great for entertaining the family and relaxing of an afternoon. The BBQ was however unusable due to an ants nest and mould. While it didn't bother us, the driveway is very steep - my 79 year old mother did struggle to get up it. The location is perfect - very quite, leafy and private and only a short stroll to the beach and into town. The beach is dog friendly from the lagoon on - our fur baby loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

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

Great location and facilities

Lovely accomodation that family stayed at during a wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Ann C.

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

Thank you

Thank you for a great stay in Avoca. We loved the downstairs room for the young teens and covered deck with large table for meals (even when raining). Proximity to beach and cinema were also fantastic. Beds were really comfy too. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a break with dogs!

Great location, very close to beach. Lots of space. Outdoor living area and balcony are great to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Gina B.

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

Beaiutiful spot

Beautiful spot to stay and explore. Our hosts were quick to respond and help out with any enquiries.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

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

Great location, lovely beach vibe

We had a wonderful stay, thank you. The accommodation was perfect for two families and two small dogs. The house was very clean, linen was luxurious. The house had everything we needed and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A nice two days

There were unwashed coffee cups in the kitchen cupboard. Otherwise everything was good. A recommendation to take mosquito coils would have been appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim F., Seaforth, Australia

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

Relaxing at Seashells Beach House

We all really enjoyed our stay at Seashells. It was so relaxing being in an authentic Beach House. Great location, we loved being able walk to the beach and the local picture house. We also loved having our dogs with us and they had the best time.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Wonderful!

Excellent location and very comfortable accommodation. We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

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

Family summer holiday

Great position-close to the beach and Surf club(great view of the surf). Well stocked fridge 🥳 Fab outside space for our dog. Almost had to pull out at the last minute but survived that scare due in part to the very reasonable nature of our host Will and a neg CoVid result. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Fabulous

Great week! High recommend!! Loved outdoor area!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

catherine c.

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

Avoca beach house

Had a great stay at seashells. Close to the beach and Avoca surf club. Property very clean with a well equiped kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Easy walk to beach- just perfect..

We really enjoyed our stay. The kitchen was so well equipped, loved sitting out on the veranda, easy walk to the beach. Great yard for dogs.. would definitely come again..
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gosia L.

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

Great llittle house

We loved the location next to Avoca Beach. The house is compact and cute with a great fenced backyard for dogs. This is all you need for a great gate away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic location at Avoca Beach

Thank you for a lovely stay, my husband and fur baby had a wonderful stay. So close to the beach and cafe's, couldn't ask for more. Anna, Michael and Indie
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda D.

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

Great location

Great location, clean property. Our dog loved the big enclosed yard. Thanks :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Will MacIntosh

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Languages:

English