Title: Dutchman's Beach Retreat 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 # Dutchman's Beach Retreat ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31140000/31137700/31137635/1c89c917.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31140000/31137700/31137635/57323518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31140000/31137700/31137635/e8a70416.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31140000/31137700/31137635/4ff2b171.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31140000/31137700/31137635/w635h423x0y0-b3a68b16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Overlooking the beach, Dutchies Beachside Retreat is a haven for relaxation. Unwind on your sundrenched deck and enjoy the finest quality bedlinen in this newly renovated two-bedroom unit. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Dutchman's Beach Retreat Dutchies Beachside Retreat is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your Port Stephens escape. So convenient, you are a stone's throw from Dutchies Beach and a 10 minute stroll to the Nelson Bay marina and village. Enjoy the stunning beach views from your sundrenched outside deck or take in a round of golf at a choice of local golf courses. Finest quality bedlinen is provided. Newly renovated Dutchies Beachside Retreat is a two bedroom older style unit situated in a stunning location overlooking the beach with private access to beach and waterside pathways from your garden. There is a queen size bed in one bedroom and 2 single beds in the other bedroom Minimum stay is 4 nights ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Walkway to water ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM Contactless check-out ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair 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 and a first aid kit 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-6506-4 ### Property is also known as Dutchies Beachside Retreat Apartment NELSON BAY Dutchies Beachside Retreat Apartment Dutchies Beachside Retreat NELSON BAY Dutchies si Retreat Apartment Dutchies Beachside Retreat Apartment Dutchies Beachside Retreat Nelson Bay Dutchies Beachside Retreat Apartment Nelson Bay 16347 ## 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-32.71940%2C152.13600&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Tl1gKtD1rbnrY78YLvdmaQYD39o=) NELSON BAY, NSW #### What's nearby - Dutchmans Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Nelson Bay Golf Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - Toboggan Hill Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Little Nel - ‬11 min walk - ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬11 min walk - ‪Naked Alley - ‬12 min walk - ‪Bluey’s - ‬12 min walk - ‪Seabreeze Hotel - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dutchman's Beach Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dutchman's Beach Retreat? > Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dutchman's Beach Retreat? > Checkout is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is Dutchman's Beach Retreat located? > This family-friendly Nelson Bay apartment building is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Dutchmans Beach, Bagnalls Beach Reserve and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Nelson Bay Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dutchman's Beach Retreat 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 77 8 - Good 23 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 7.4/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### suzy m. 30 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location Thank you very much, we loved our stay and everything was easy. ##### suzy m. Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn S. 1 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Duchies Beach The location was excellent, property had everything we needed & we really enjoyed our stay. ##### Robyn S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jade H. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our stay Great location. Good property. We enjoyed our stay ##### Jade H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikolina S. 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Family friendly close to the beach, clean, quite. It had all we needed for our stay, we will defiantly be back soon ! ##### Nikolina S. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory B. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nelson Bay stay Situated in quiet residential area with some good views even though it was raining. The unit was well furnished and comfortable. Enjoyed our stay ##### Gregory B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Excellent location of a very amenable unit; close to beach and easy walk to Nelson Bay. Delightful unit, clean neat and all accommodating ##### Stephen Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan P. 6 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All the comforts of home We had a lovely stay at this property, close to beach with easy access , very handy to everything we needed . The view was lovely and we were very fortunate to have perfect weather , ##### Joan P. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Enzo P. 10 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay at Nelson bay the property was well kept ##### Enzo P. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander Z. 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional property in superb and serene location This apartment is aesthetically pleasing in the way it is maintained and professionally decorated.There is everything you need in the apartment and everything is easily located.The view is magnificent as it overlooks Dutchies Beach and distant headlands…..truly breathtaking day and night!The owner kept us informed of everything we needed for access the apartment and make our stay so easy from the time we booked to our arrival and departure. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/115e7e74-a820-4f9c-b840-c44474ae6a6b-1745979301934.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ebe654da-d3e7-421c-9f15-002863f77812-1745979294896.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/96bbb8e0-ab02-4967-8bac-d034322e1ebc-1745979302788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alexander Z. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne M., Aldinga Beach SA 16 Mar 2019 #### Loved this property especially the outlook to the water. Very relaxing holiday. Value for money. Had a wonderful time swimming at Dutchies Beach every morning only a short stroll from our accommodation. Loved the decor and ammenities. Great spot with lots to see. Went for a reunion with army buddies and totally enjoyed the area, could have stayed longer. ##### Anne M. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen 28 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great property will be back ##### Kristen Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly I. 1 Jan 2017 #### An Amazing Holiday... We have stayed twice at Dutchies and have loved it both times. The unit is lovely inside, the beach is a walk down the stairs away and Nelson Bay ten minutes away.. ##### Kelly I. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan S. 16 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful views Perfect location, beautiful view! Kids had an absolutely amazing time. My oldest said he felt like he was at home. ##### Megan S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### REGINA SPEIRS BRIAN 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Absolutely fantastic position, stairs down to beach path and great view. Very well equpped kitchen.. Comfy bed and living area. ##### REGINA SPEIRS BRIAN Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Willy L. 31 Jul 2018 #### A hidden gem Loved our stay and will be back real soon. Everything was provided and was a home away from home. Congratulations and thankyou ##### Willy L. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise P. 9 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Our accommodation was perfect, the view was great, the apartment was well appointed and had everything we needed, it was comfortable, clean and the location was great, close to town, however very quiet. I definitely recommend this apartment. I will definitely stay there again ##### Louise P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Louise M. 27 Apr 2018 #### Fantastic time at Dutchies We had a lovely, relaxing time at Dutchies. The unit was great. There was absolutely everything you could possibly need. Close to town and beach with stunning views. We will definitely visit again. ##### Louise M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer T. 9 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mini break We had a great week. It was so peaceful and calm. Amazing outlook and so close to everything you need. We'll definitely be back. ##### Jennifer T. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle W. 18 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My new favourite 'Go to' getaway Fantastic, clean and cosy apartment with sensational views. Everything you could possibly need is provided and the property owner's communication with me was just fantastic. We will definitely come back again. ##### Michelle W. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theodora T. 29 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, lovely view & convenient access to a great child friendly beach. Only a three drive to the Main Street. The unit was clean although I had to pop out to buy pillows and blankets as the pillows were heavily stained and the quilts had an odd smell & needed a wash. ##### Theodora T. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter N. 8 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Position, position Great location with easy walk to cafes and restaurants. 2 minute walk to beach. Beautiful views from balcony with sensational sunsets while we were there. Apartment had everything we needed including a mixed collection of wine glasses. ##### Peter N. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki H. 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fab location Great little unit with everything needed. No air con but lots of fans and the ability to open the big doors and windows to allow the sea breezes through.Super clean and fresh. Location was great. Views from the balcony over Dutchies Beach were lovely to watch the dolphins and sunsets. Quick walk to beach - which is a plus these days with pay parking that’s been introduced across the Bay Area. Small walk into town for dinners. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot. ##### Vicki H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen M. 28 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welcome to Paradise My husband & I stayed here for 2 weeks and we wished we had stayed for longer. I don't think you could get a more perfect location - magical views over Dutchman's Beach and just a minute's walk before your toes are in the water & walking distance to the shops in Nelsons Bay. The owners have thought of everything you could possibly require & stocked it. I hope to be able to visit again. ##### Colleen M. Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol C. 13 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent property We had a wonderful stay at this property, wished it could have been longer. Rained most days but the view from the open verandah was amazing, with something happening on the water every minute. The unit was well stocked with everything you would requiire. Bed was really comfortable and shower was very good. Only downside is no Aircon for summer. stays. But we will be back. Loved it. ##### Carol C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley L. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent in every way Great location! Amazing view from the apartment and a stones throw to the beach. Close to everything but still so quiet. Place was clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed to be warm and cool and make ourselves at home. Communication with Alan was easy. All instructions were easy. The bed was comfy. 5 star rating. Thanks so much we’ll be back! ##### Kimberley L. 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