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Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay

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Beach
View from property
TV
Interior
4 bedrooms, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire apartment

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer

Room options

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1936)
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
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About the area

Map
Shoal Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Mount Tomaree - 19 min walk
  • West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 4 min drive
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shoal Bay Country Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blueys - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Bay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Aussie Bobs Fish & Chips - ‬2 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.

Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay

Take a fun and relaxed beachside break with your family in this top-floor unit at Castaways, directly across from beautiful Shoal Bay Beach. With the sand and gentle surf at your doorstep and an easy 200m stroll to the shops, restaurants & cafes that line the foreshore, this is the perfect spot for a great family holiday. The Shoal Bay foreshore offers shaded grassed areas with picnic tables and BBQ facilities, and you can hire kayaks and stand-up paddle boards during the holiday period. When you're feeling adventurous, a 600m walk brings you to the famous Tomaree Mountain where you follow the trail up the summit for spectacular views over the pristine Port Stephens coastline. It's also just a short 3km, or 5-minute drive to Nelson Bay, where dolphin watch cruises depart daily from the marina.

Enjoy magnificent, uninterrupted water views out across the bay and the headlands from the balcony of this top floor, 4-bedroom apartment. Sit out in the delicious sunshine with the fresh ocean breeze and scent of salt in the air, and watch the boats sail by – with views this stunning, you'll never want to leave!

The open plan living area is spacious, light and airy, perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. High ceilings with open beams, exposed brick walls and a wall of glass facing the sparkling turquoise waters provide unique character and comfort in this original-condition holiday home. The living area has a comfortable corner lounge with flat screen TV and a dining area with modern table and 8 chairs. The kitchen is equipped with microwave, oven, stovetop and a fridge/freezer.

Two of the bedrooms offer queen beds, while the 3rd is fitted with 2 single beds and the 4th bedroom has a set of bunk beds. All 4 bedrooms have freestanding wardrobes. The bathroom comes with a shower (with curtain), a vanity with a full sized mirror and a toilet.

There is also an internal laundry with washing machine and undercover off-street parking for one car, with drive in entry from the back of the units at Lillian Street.

Important Notes:
- Heaters, linen and bedmakes are provided for this property.
- There are 29 exterior stairs to this top floor unit.

Property manager

Port Stephens Accommodation

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 PID-STRA-20635

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is steps away from Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. Zenith Beach and Little Island are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location . Beautiful view . Very convenient to water , shops and restaurants. Perfect
Family , swim , walks , eats at restaurants and local fish and chip shop . Perfect Beautiful view . No fuss . Leave the car parking at back of unit and walk everywhere
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun times
View was amazing, lobation was prime spot would come back we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mr
Brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Close to everything beach, food, coffee and shops, no car required just walk & bike ride
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and view
Great location right across from the beach. Close to shops, cafes and restaurants. View is spectacular. Very comfortable unit, bedrooms and bathroom a little dark and outdated but was expecting that from the photos. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location, beach front with walking distance to Shoal Bay shops/restaurants and Mt Tomaree. Living area is light and spacious to suit a family, however bedrooms and bathroom very dated. Safety was a concern with several areas including the balcony as there were large gaps that a toddler could fit through if they tried. Also the front door lock system didn’t work well as the door kept swinging open. Plenty of kitchenware to suit most cooking needs, although would recommend a few more essentials such as Tea bags, sugar, salt/pepper and dishwashing detergents and soap as basics to suit a family size.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome would stay again in a heartbeat
Awesome location awesome apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yvette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend!
So nice to get away. Us 4 girls thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Accommodation was excellent. Close to everything and a perfect view to top it off. Asking for a late check out was not a problem. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019