Title: Saltbush Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111567001&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Saltbush Retreat Apartment in Nelson Bay with kitchenette and patio ## Photo gallery for Saltbush Retreat ![Living area - Saltbush Retreat (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111570000/111567100/111567001/e3e626d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Towels, soap, toilet paper - Saltbush Retreat (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111570000/111567100/111567001/2da22248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Saltbush Retreat (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111570000/111567100/111567001/ea4db24b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Saltbush Retreat (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111570000/111567100/111567001/w1628h1062x0y0-bfa58e5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Saltbush Retreat (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111570000/111567100/111567001/61462ae4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Saltbush Retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space £179 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026 ## 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. ### Saltbush Retreat A Charming Cabin in a Tranquil Leafy Setting, Perfectly Located in Nelson Bay Nestled in a peaceful, leafy environment, this stylishly furnished cabin offers a serene retreat while keeping you close to all that Port Stephens has to offer. Ideal for singles or couples, it's the perfect base to explore the natural beauty and exciting attractions of the area. Nelson Bay town centre is within a 10 minute walk. It has various shops for all of your essentials with great food and coffee options. A further 5-10 minutes and you’ll find yourself at the marina or beach. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67590000/67580500/67580418/e46212ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nelson bay holiday Nelson Bay - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.4 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=67580418&PinnedHotelID=67580418&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188200/102188102/d5913d81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### No 2 Luana - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock 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-73922 ## 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-32.72633%2C152.13647&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=06eZ1iFqXfDmGfEZBKEVJQlTZHQ=) Nelson Bay, NSW #### What's nearby - Tomaree National Park \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Dutchmans Beach \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Gan Gan Hill Lookout \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Nelson Bay Golf Club \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay \- 17 min walk \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪In House Kitchen - ‬14 min walk - ‪The Little Nel - ‬14 min walk - ‪Seabreeze Hotel - ‬14 min walk - ‪Bub's Famous Fish & Chips - ‬18 min walk - ‪Bay Harbour Cafe - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Saltbush Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Saltbush Retreat? ### Where is Saltbush Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Saltbush Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anastasia H. 8 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Beautiful clean close to the beach ##### Anastasia H. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jena M. 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute little cabin away from the hustle and bustle This is a cute little place to stay, definitely recommend; neat and clean If you struggle with the heat, please keep in mind there is not aircon but you do get get ventilation and breeze Owner was easily contactable to iron out a couple issues that popped up with access and was really helpful with getting it resolved as quickly as possible ##### Jena M. 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