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THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly.

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A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a clear blue sea.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a window with blinds.
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and sparse vegetation.
A living room with a large mirror, two beige sofas, a coffee table with decorative items, and a window with a view of greenery.
A golf course with a pond, trees, and a small building.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Nelson Bay, NSW
  • Place, West Nelson Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Head Lighthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nelson Bay

This vacation home places you next to West Nelson Bay and within a 10-minute walk of Tomaree Community Hospital. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • West Nelson Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shoal Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Buoys At The Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dolphin Watch Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Magnolia. - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Essence on Donald - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly.

Holiday like a local at THE BAY.
Centrally located in beautiful Port Stephens, we'll give you the insider local knowledge to make the most of your stay.
THE BAY is a relaxed and welcoming home that has been well thought out for multiple families and groups to enjoy effortlessly while reconnecting.
There is plenty of room with off street parking for boat's, jet ski's and more to take advantage of the amazing waterways.
Just a 5 minute flat stroll to Little Beach that has a boat ramp and cafes.
The space
Coastal living at its finest. THE BAY has everything you need to make the most of your Port Stephens stay.

More property details;
- Pet friendly with fully fenced back yard
- Fully equiped kitchen
- Large deck with BBQ facilities, outdoor dining and lounge area that enjoys all day sun
- Lawn games supplied to be enjoyed in flat, grassed yard
- High quality linen (bed linen and bath towels) supplied
- WIFI, Netflix, Stan, Prime Amazon, Kayo included
- 2 minute walk to Nelson Bay leagues club
Guest access
Guests enjoy the full home to themselves with an easy check in an out.
License number
PID-STRA-27358
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Next to a golf course

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 welcomes pets
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: kept outside,off furniture ie. beds and lounges

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number 2315, PID-STRA-27358

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.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in Nelson Bay is within a 10-minute walk of West Nelson Bay and Tomaree National Park. You'll also find Shoal Bay Beach and Nelson Head Lighthouse less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly.?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly.?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly.?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly.?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is 22.4 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly.?

Yes, every house at THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly. comes with a patio.

THE BAY. Effortless family fun. Pet friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Weekend stay

We had a lovely weekend stay and everything was perfect. Would totally recommend this property to anyone who wanted a quiet yet convenient home away from home. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

LILY W.

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

House at the bay

The house was in a good location.Just a couple of minutes to the west club.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dallis W.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Talia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024