10/10 Excellent
Anastasia H.
Mar 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Anastasia H.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Entire apartment
Saltbush Retreat
Apartment in Nelson Bay with kitchenette and patio
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Nelson Bay, NSW
- Dutchmans BeachPlace, Dutchmans Beach13 min walk
- Nelson Bay Golf ClubPlace, Nelson Bay Golf Club16 min walk
- d'Albora Marinas Nelson BayPlace, d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay17 min walk
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)26 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Nelson Bay
This apartment places you within a leisurely stroll of Tomaree National Park and Bagnalls Beach Reserve. The apartment includes a kitchenette, a patio, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Tomaree National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
- Dutchmans Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Gan Gan Hill Lookout - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Nelson Bay Golf Club - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
- d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
- In House Kitchen - 14 min walk
- The Little Nel - 14 min walk
- The Buoys At The Bay - 12 min walk
- Hog's Breath Cafe - 16 min walk
- Seabreeze Hotel - 14 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Saltbush Retreat
A Charming Cabin in a Tranquil Leafy Setting, Perfectly Located in Nelson Bay
Nestled in a peaceful, leafy environment, this stylishly furnished cabin offers a serene retreat while keeping you close to all that Port Stephens has to offer. Ideal for singles or couples, it's the perfect base to explore the natural beauty and exciting attractions of the area.
Nelson Bay town centre is within a 10 minute walk. It has various shops for all of your essentials with great food and coffee options. A further 5-10 minutes and you’ll find yourself at the marina or beach.
Nestled in a peaceful, leafy environment, this stylishly furnished cabin offers a serene retreat while keeping you close to all that Port Stephens has to offer. Ideal for singles or couples, it's the perfect base to explore the natural beauty and exciting attractions of the area.
Nelson Bay town centre is within a 10 minute walk. It has various shops for all of your essentials with great food and coffee options. A further 5-10 minutes and you’ll find yourself at the marina or beach.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchenette and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include an electric kettle, an ironing board, and a dining table.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the apartment: WiFi
Kitchenette
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Garden
- Property does not allow children
- Recycling
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
- This property doesn't allow children
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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-73922
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this apartment?
This apartment is located in Nelson Bay, a short 13-minute walk from Tomaree National Park and also 14 minutes on foot from Nelson Bay Golf Club. You'll also find Dutchmans Beach and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at this apartment?
No, there isn't parking at this apartment.
Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
Is Saltbush Retreat a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this apartment will value amenities like a kitchenette, kitchenettes in some apartments, as well as a garden.
Does Saltbush Retreat have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.
Does this apartment offer breakfast?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.
How far is the airport from this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is 20.1 mi away (29 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Saltbush Retreat?
Yes, every apartment at Saltbush Retreat comes with a deck.
Reviews
Saltbush Retreat Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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10/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Jena M.
Jan 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cabin away from the hustle and bustle
This is a cute little place to stay, definitely recommend; neat and clean If you struggle with the heat, please keep in mind there is not aircon but you do get get ventilation and breeze Owner was easily contactable to iron out a couple issues that popped up with access and was really helpful with getting it resolved as quickly as possible
Jena M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024