Title: Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 apartment # Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel Apartment in Nelson Bay with a hot tub ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46960000/46957500/46957427/7d9e616c_edited_6ca4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46960000/46957500/46957427/7945b7f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46960000/46957500/46957427/5ff7d0d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46960000/46957500/46957427/05d8660f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46960000/46957500/46957427/f02e09ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Bay Parklands, unwind in your spacious ground-floor unit with a long balcony featuring alfresco dining and private BBQ facilities. Take advantage of the solar-heated pool, spa, tennis court and established gardens perfect for kids to play. With filtered water views looking down to Little Beach and just a two-minute walk away from its calm waters. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel Being on the ground floor gives you plenty of space for the children to run around and play on the grass directly in front of the unit and provides a long balcony with outdoor alfresco dining and private gas BBQ facilities. The open plan living room flows out onto the enclosed sunroom that can be used as a third bedroom or second living area as it provides a double innerspring sofa bed, TV and DVD player. This open plan area provides a split system air conditioner, large flat screen TV with a Blu-ray DVD player, Wifi, Foxtel and filtered water views looking straight down to Little Beach. There is a fully equipped kitchen fitted out with a dishwasher, microwave, complete cooking facilities and a large family size fridge/ freezer. Both bedrooms have ceiling fans and the main has an ensuite with shower, toilet and vanity and access through a sliding door to the enclosed sunroom area. The main bathroom provides a bath with shower overhead, vanity and a separate toilet, the unit also provides an internal laundry with a top loading washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities. Bay Parklands is spread over 5 acres and is a family friendly complex with a solar heated pool, spa, tennis court (BYO racquets and balls), established gardens and plenty of grass areas for the kids to play. A quick two minute walk and you are at Little Beach which is known for the calm waters for children to swim and paddle board, Little Beach also provides picnic tables, free BBQ facilities, toilet facilities, boat ramp and with Wests Diggers Nelson Bay club only a quick five minute walk away makes Bay Parklands the ideal location for a family, child friendly, beachside holiday. The complex provides two allocated car spaces per unit, one single secure undercover space (2.1m in Height x 5.8m in Length) as well as one single rooftop car space. Bedroom Configuration: - Bedroom 1 - 1 x Queen Bed + Ensuite + Ceiling Fan + Access to the enclosed sunroom area Bedroom 2 - 2 x Single Beds + Ceiling Fan Sunroom - Double Innerspring Sofa Bed + TV + DVD Player Linen: - This property does not include sheets or towels, please bring your own or contact us to organise the linen hire service. The linen service is priced depending on your length of stay. Linen Packs consists of 2 flat sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, bathmats, hand towels and tea towels (BYO beach towels). The property provides pillows, blankets, and quilts. Property Notes: Pets are not welcome at this property. This property does have Wi-fi. Parking: One secure undercover car space plus one open space on site. Lift: No Notes: By making a payment for the booking warrants you and all guests staying will abide by the Code of Conduct for Short Term Rental Accommodation which can be viewed under the Guest Info tab on our website or via the link which will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email. This property is to be used as holiday rental only, it is not to be used as a principal place of residence. Please refer to our Terms and conditions also found on the Guest Info tab on our website. Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have extra visitors (this includes day visitors) in addition to booked guests, you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission if the property permits this. Obligations to neighbours – Section 2.5.2 of the Code of Conduct A guest must not at any time during the occupancy period:- (a) create noise that because of its level, nature, character, or quality, or the time it is made, is likely to harm, offend, or unreasonably disrupt or interfere with the peace and comfort of neighbours and other occupants of the premises (b) act in a violent or threatening manner towards neighbours or other occupants of the premises (c) act in a manner that could reasonably be expected to cause alarm or distress to neighbours and other occupants of the premises (d) use or enjoy the premises in a manner, or for a purpose, that interferes unreasonably with the use or enjoyment of common property by neighbours and other occupants of the premises in a strata or community scheme (e) intentionally, recklessly or negligently cause damage to premises, any common property or any other communal facilities within the immediate vicinity of the premises, or any public property in the vicinity of the premises (f) intentionally, recklessly or negligently damage the personal property of neighbours of the premises or other occupants of a strata or community scheme. This property is approved for holiday accommodation only, no extra bedding mattresses, tents, caravans or more cars than the property accommodates are allowed. After hour emergency service is available 24/7 during your stay. If you or any other guest receives a warning regarding excess noise or excess guests, you may be asked to leave the property immediately with no refund of monies. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Heated pool - Table tennis - Tennis - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96360000/96353400/96353357/bddc1dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay Parklands, 27/2 Gowrie Ave pool tennis court spa and views Nelson Bay - Sea view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=96353357&PinnedHotelID=96353357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74080000/74071400/74071351/w1915h1080x2y0-c1529234.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dolphin Cove 8, 2-6 Government Rd - 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Coastal haven at Little Beach Nelson Bay - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=31680035&PinnedHotelID=31680035&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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-748 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 43\_199 ## About the area Located in Nelson Bay, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. Nelson Head Lighthouse and Heritage Light House Cottage are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Salamander Super Strike are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Bay.dx181576) [View more Apartments in Nelson Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Bay-Apartments.d181576-aaApartments.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-32.71514%2C152.15977&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GOWuZebSW1ZEfPPzqq7rMgwpKac=) Nelson Bay, NSW ### What's nearby - Shoal Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Nelson Head Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - West Nelson Bay - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Nelson Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪In House Kitchen - ‬3 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬2 min drive - ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬3 min drive - ‪Salt Bistro - ‬18 min walk - ‪Naked Alley - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel located? > Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach, West Nelson Bay and Tomaree National Park. Nelson Head Lighthouse and Fly Point Marine Reserve are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bay Parklands, 56 2 Gowrie Ave - ground floor, air conditioned, wifi & Foxtel Reviews 9.4 ### 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 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline P. 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay. A great stay. ##### Pauline P. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KELLIE B. 1 May 2025 ##### KELLIE B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael M. 25 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Nice size flat perfect for a family. Across the road from little beach which was great. No WIFI which I thought was misleading given the listing said ‘Internet Access’. It would’ve been nice to know the pool was closed due to Covid so we wouldn’t have pumped the kids up about it. Otherwise we had a great stay. ##### Michael M. 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