Title: Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach 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 # Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach Apartment in Nelson Bay with balcony ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46160000/46153700/46153667/w1920h913x0y167-0b860e2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46160000/46153700/46153667/3c385fd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46160000/46153700/46153667/abefed27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46160000/46153700/46153667/b64e1e4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46160000/46153700/46153667/e2812b73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Nelson Bay, this property offers a tranquil escape with its large balcony featuring BBQ and dining facilities. Just a short stroll from Shoal Bay Beach and Little Beach, you can unwind in the internal spa bath or enjoy quality time in the fully equipped kitchen. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - 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. ### Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach Looking for a peaceful coastal getaway just moments from the beach? This spacious and well-appointed 3-bedroom apartment offers the perfect escape, ideally located in one of Nelson Bay’s most sought-after holiday spots. Enjoy the best of both worlds with Shoal Bay Beach just a 3-minute stroll away and Little Beach only a 15-minute walk—perfect for swimming, relaxing, or coastal walks. This light-filled apartment features air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and a large balcony complete with BBQ and outdoor dining—ideal for soaking up the sea breeze and dining alfresco. After a day in the sun, unwind in the internal spa bath or enjoy the comfort of the secure building and beautifully maintained surroundings. Linen is provided—just bring your beach towels and you're ready to relax. Property Features: 3 bedrooms Air conditioning Fully equipped kitchen Spacious balcony with BBQ and outdoor dining Internal spa bath Secure building access Linen provided (BYO beach towels) Prime location near Shoal Bay & Little Beach Please Note: This property does not accept school leaver or party bookings PID-Stra-9889-1 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38400000/38390500/38390439/9742d2b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayview water front holiday rental. 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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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-9889-1 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 Vrbo Property Broughton No.1 1 Ondine Close Listen to the waves stroll to Shoal Bay Beach 72\_31 ## About the area Located in Nelson Bay, this apartment is near the beach. Nelson Head Lighthouse and Point Stephens Lighthouse 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling. [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-32.71617%2C152.16386&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fjEjAtEhbzaacgeX0s6iAfhOvXI=) NELSON BAY, NSW ### What's nearby - Shoal Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Nelson Head Lighthouse - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - West Nelson Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile - Nelson Bay Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪In House Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬17 min walk - ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬4 min drive - ‪Salt Bistro - ‬13 min walk - ‪Naked Alley - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach located? > Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. West Nelson Bay and Nelson Head Lighthouse are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Broughton No.1 - 1 Ondine Close - Walk to Shoal Bay Beach Reviews 9.6 ### 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 5 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Dianne S. 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday fun The apartment was quite musty but otherwise very adequate. It was well located, close to beach and well equipped. Thank you ##### Dianne S. Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane M. 14 Apr 2021 #### Mrs . Minehan Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, appliances need updating ie vacuum cleaner, washing machine, kettle, BBQ only 1 side worked, needed a sandwich maker. ##### Jane M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon B. 21 Feb 2021 #### Lovely apartment Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely stay. The kitchen was very well appointed - open and airy. The beds were very comfortable. The balcony was great for outdoor lunches. Overall very clean and the location - easy walk to the beach (250m). I would have liked a TV in the bedroom. ##### Sharon B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Anne W. 25 Jan 2021 #### Nelson Bay Break Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely apartment, we really enjoyed our stay, very comfortable and great position close to everything ##### Anne W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan M. 7 Dec 2020 #### Great Stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great apartment, perfect for our week stay. We did have an issue with a shower leakage, however once we let The Bay Holiday Properties know, they were on top of it and sent a plumber out the same day. I would recommend this apartment to a friend. ##### Dan M. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### marke e. 5 Dec 2020 #### Great place Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place with awesome facilities and great location ##### marke e. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 13 Oct 2020 #### Perfect quiet stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a great apartment that exceeded our expectations. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay with our family of 5. Only a coup-le of minutes stroll to a lovely quiet part of Shaol Bay beach between Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay. 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