Title: Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach Holiday home in Hawks Nest with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach ![Beach nearby - Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68460000/68456100/68456093/be33295b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68460000/68456100/68456093/285ea9a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68460000/68456100/68456093/caee4c2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68460000/68456100/68456093/ee800241.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach (Hawks Nest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68460000/68456100/68456093/91c8dc7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Hawks Nest, this stylish two-bedroom penthouse offers a tranquil retreat with indoor spa and sauna. Unwind on one of three balconies, including an eastern facing veranda and western facing terrace perfect for catching the afternoon sun. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach Centrally located in the idyllic coastal town of Hawks Nest is this spacious two-bedroom, two bathroom penthouse. This property is only a short stroll to the main surf beach, Jimmy’s beach, local shops, cafes and restaurants. This stylishly furnished property offers two large bedrooms - the main with ensuite, built-ins and sliding door access to the main balcony. A spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen area provides plenty of room for the whole family. The property takes advantage of being on the top level and has three balconies, allowing for outdoor dining and entertaining. The outdoor terrace includes a sunroom which has been converted into a working space, allowing you to effortlessly work from the apartment. The property has bedding for 6 guests with a sofa bed available in the lounge area to accommodate 2 additional small children. This apartment has some amazing features, making it a highly desired property: • Top floor penthouse apartment • Indoor spa • Sauna • Bennett’s Beach 200m walk • Café/bar across the road • Bike hire station across the road • Eastern facing veranda • Western facing terrace to catch the afternoon sun • Undercover car space (height restrictions applicable) The apartment has ducted air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout to combat the summer weather. Important Points \-You need to BYO sheets, pillows cases and all of your towels. \-Strict no party or function policy. \-Windows can only be opened 12cm due to Strata NSW legislation/limiters. \-This is not a serviced apartment, you will need to bring your own food, amenities and toiletries etc. \-Advertisement may include scenery images of our area. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Surfing/bodyboarding 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38721800/38721721/7d56f85d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Haven - opposite the beach Hawks Nest - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.0 Very good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=38721721&PinnedHotelID=38721721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92240000/92234800/92234708/w1831h1080x44y0-e75561d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Allawah - Pet friendly Hawks Nest - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=92234708&PinnedHotelID=92234708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38722000/38721927/8411448f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close To The Main Surf Beach Hawks Nest - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=38721927&PinnedHotelID=38721927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32160000/32152900/32152900/34605b6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic views across Shoal Bay from the balcony Nelson Bay - Washing machine - Parking available - Microwave 5.8 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=32152900&PinnedHotelID=32152900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100750000/100745000/100744996/9f60b59b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bridgeview - Relaxing Getaway Near Surf Beach, Lake and Sand Lake Cathie - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Microwave 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=100744996&PinnedHotelID=100744996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38720700/38720668/14c04dcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enjoy the soothing sea breeze Hawks Nest - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Microwave 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=38720668&PinnedHotelID=38720668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38730000/38722300/38722285/229dda3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 Rio Vista! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 Property registration number PID-STRA-17864 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Prelude Penthouse Stroll to the Beach Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach Hawks Nest Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach Private vacation home 28\_144 ## About the area Located in Hawks Nest, this holiday home is near the beach. Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge and Dark Point Aboriginal Place are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pelican Park and Fly Point Marine Reserve. Toboggan Hill Park and Salamander Super Strike are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Hawks Nest travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hawks-Nest.dx6139879) [View more Holiday homes in Hawks Nest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hawks-Nest-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6139879-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.67371%2C152.18231&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=e1XzT36dFP-kq0j_pKVOI7C6baM=) Hawks Nest, NSW ### What's nearby - Myall Park \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Bennetts Beach Hawks Nest \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Hawks Nest Golf Club \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Jimmys Beach \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 46 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬70 min drive - ‪Magnolia. - ‬67 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬70 min drive - ‪Seabreeze Bakery Cafe - ‬70 min drive - ‪Hog's Breath Cafe - ‬67 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach? ### What time is check-in at Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach? ### What time is check-out at Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach? ### Where is Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Prelude Penthouse – stroll to the beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha C. 1 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous! Great property in wonderful location very close to the beach! Very well set up with 2 big bedrooms with bathrooms, perfect for our family of 4 and our 2 friends. There is a lovely private spa area too! Very clean and comfortable! ##### Natasha C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zane C. 6 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location 100m from the beautiful beach and Mungo Brush reserve. A clean and spacious apartment all made for an enjoyable weekend. ##### Zane C. 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