Title: Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking 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 home # Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking Holiday home in Nelson Bay with balcony and washing machine and dryer ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/49438665_edited_e426.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/75d66bbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/198504c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/98401e79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/d95371d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Ruby's Retreat is a dreamy, pet-friendly holiday rental in the heart of Nelson Bay. This delightful property offers three beautifully-decorated bedrooms, an open-concept kitchen and dining area, a Smart TV lounge room with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. You can also enjoy the fully enclosed yard perfect for children and pets or indulge in alfresco dining on the spacious balcony equipped with BBQ. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking Introducing Ruby's Retreat - your dreamy, dog-friendly holiday rental tucked away in the heart of Nelson Bay. This delightful property accommodates up to six guests, perfect for that relaxing family getaway or an eventful trip with your best friends. Featuring three beautifully-decorated bedrooms, each filled with light and vibrantly colored, Ruby's Retreat immediately feels like home. Retreat to the master bedroom with Queen-sized bed, TV and the comfort of a ceiling fan. The other two bedrooms both with ceiling fans offer equally comfortable accommodation with a mix of double and king single beds, perfect for both adults and children. The heart of the home is, of course, the open-concept kitchen and dining area. From a fully-equipped kitchen, including a dishwasher and microwave oven, it’s perfect for preparing and enjoying home cooked meals. The air conditioned lounge room, equipped with Smart TV, free Wi-Fi and ceiling fan, provides a perfect setting for those movie nights or lazy afternoons. Ruby's Retreat comes with all the amenities you'd desire for a comfortable stay. Love the outdoors? Indulge in the lovely fully enclosed yard which is perfect for children and pets or the spacious balcony equipped with BBQ - the ideal spot for alfresco dining. We also have a laundry with washer/dryer and boat parking spaces and long-term renters are most welcome! When you're ready to explore, enjoy the convenience of being just minutes away from Little Beach and Shoal Bay Beach. This beautiful holiday rental captures the best of Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay – sun, sea, and sand! Whether you’re down for an adventurous boat trip or a quiet BBQ evening at our outdoor area, Ruby's Retreat has something for every kind of visitor and their fur baby. There is also a single lock-up garage for the fishing rods or surfboards (no car use) and a long driveway that is suitable for a car and trailer boat. Bedroom configuration: - Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed + TV + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 2 - Double Bed + Balcony Access + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 3 - 2 x King Single Beds + Ceiling Fan 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, for prices please contact our office. Linen Packs consists of 2 flat sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, bathmats, hand towels and tea towels (bring your own beach towels). The property provides pillows, blankets, and quilts. Property Notes: Pets are welcome at this property. This property does have wi-fi. Parking: Long driveway that is suitable for a car and trailer boat - single lock-up garage only used for fishing rods or surfboards (no car use). 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 house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fully-fenced - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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 - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - 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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 PID-STRA-689 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\_302 ## About the area Located in Nelson Bay, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Salamander Super Strike are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Toboggan Hill Park and Pelican Park 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 hiking and horse riding nearby. [Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Bay.dx181576) [View more Holiday homes in Nelson Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Bay-Private-Holiday-Homes.d181576-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-32.71670%2C152.16092&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_ioOTlWKyAbujNF-4FbAhBeNOzA=) Nelson Bay, NSW ### What's nearby - West Nelson Bay - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Shoal Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Nelson Head Lighthouse - 9 min walk - 0.5 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 - ‬19 min walk - ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬3 min drive - ‪Salt Bistro - ‬17 min walk - ‪Naked Alley - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tomaree National Park, West Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay Beach. 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. 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