Title: Columbia, 1/12 Columbia Close - large unit with fantastic water views 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 # Columbia, 1/12 Columbia Close - large unit with fantastic water views ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85470000/85469900/85469842/23057577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85470000/85469900/85469842/w1918h1080x0y0-f2d25416.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85470000/85469900/85469842/w1913h1080x4y0-0b52a3c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85470000/85469900/85469842/0baff51d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85470000/85469900/85469842/w1917h1080x3y0-1f6e100f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a tranquil beachside setting, Unit 1 Columbia offers an ideal family vacation haven. Step into the open-plan living area with Apple Smart TV and unlimited Wi-Fi, which opens out onto the balcony overlooking water activities at Little Beach. The fully equipped kitchen and three bedrooms ensure comfort for all. ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Sea view ## 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. ### Columbia, 1/12 Columbia Close - large unit with fantastic water views Little Beach is known for the calm waters for children to swim, paddle board or just paddle their feet in the water, the foreshore at Little Beach also provides picnic tables, free BBQ facilities, toilet facilities and boat ramp. This is certainly the ideal location for a family, child friendly beachside vacation. Multiple dining venues are available within walking distance, such as the popular fish and chip shop, Little Beach Boathouse restaurant and bar and Wests Diggers Club. The unit is on the ground floor with only five steps from the foyer entrance to the unit door. There is an open plan tiled living/ dining area with an Apple Smart TV, DVD player and unlimited Wi-Fi available, this area opens out onto the balcony with dining facilities, this is a great spot to sit back and watch the water activities at the beach and boat ramp. There is a fully equipped kitchen with complete cooking facilities, microwave, and family size fridge /freezer. The unit offers three bedrooms with the main bedroom having a ceiling fan and access to a private balcony with water views. The bathroom provides a shower, bath, toilet and vanity and an additional toilet is provided in the laundry, the laundry also has a top loader washing machine and dryer. A single extra long undercover car space is available so you can park the car and walk to the beach, restaurants, and clubs. Imagine having a BBQ at the beach and watching some of the best sunsets the east coast has to offer, this is all yours when you stay at unit 1 Columbia. Bedroom Configuration: - Bedroom 1: - Queen Bed + Ceiling Fan + Balcony Access Bedroom 2: - 2 x Single Beds Bedroom 3: - 2 x Single Beds 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 two 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: Double undercover car space. Please note, only registered resident permit holders with vehicles registered with Port Stephens Council are allowed to park on the roadside in the Columbia Close cul-de-sacs and the cul-de-sacs along Gowrie Avenue. 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 ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Ceiling fan ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing 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) ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32060000/32054400/32054327/29794542_edited_8be4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Florentine, 4/11 Columbia Close - spectacular views and air conditioning Nelson Bay - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=32054327&PinnedHotelID=32054327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41990000/41983000/41982931/ca3d6f54_edited_73a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Endeavour, 3/13 Ondine Cl - 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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 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 2315, PID-STRA-40004 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 43\_532 ## About the area ![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-32.71247%2C152.15965&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OsD6wtj9vkK6WQwglv7RBPAJFNc=) Nelson Bay, NSW #### What's nearby - Nelson Head Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Shoal Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - West Nelson Bay - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile - Nelson Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bluey’s - ‬3 min drive - ‪Naked Alley - ‬3 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬3 min drive - ‪Salt Bistro - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Columbia, 1/12 Columbia Close - large unit with fantastic water views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Columbia, 1/12 Columbia Close - large unit with fantastic water views? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Columbia, 1/12 Columbia Close - large unit with fantastic water views? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Columbia, 1/12 Columbia Close - large unit with fantastic water views located? > Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach and Nelson Head Lighthouse. West Nelson Bay 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. 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