Title: The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park 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 # The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/645f09b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/f3268c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/ea2d8faf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/fe0bad77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/cfe95dfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near the Penguin Islands and marine parks, this house offers a serene retreat. Unwind in comfort with easy access to pristine beaches, snorkeling & water sports nearby. Take an easy stroll to local shops & restaurants for a relaxing or adventurous stay. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 86232 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park Ideally situated for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the area, close to the stunning Penguin Islands and nearby marine parks, where you can enjoy pristine beaches, fantastic snorkeling & water sports. The rich marine life and serene environment make it a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Easy stroll to local shops & restaurants, so whether you’re looking to relax or explore, our spacious and comfortable house offers everything you need for a memorable stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 6,232 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 25 kg per pet) ### 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 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 not indicated whether 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 STRA6169JCPMJO42 ## About the area Shoalwater, a neighbourhood in Perth, is home to this holiday home. Rockingham Shopping Centre and Warnbro Fair Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rockingham Lakes Regional Park and Lake Walyungup Reserve. West Oz Kiteboarding and Shoalwater Islands Marine Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Perth travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth.dx180013) [View more Holiday homes in Perth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Private-Holiday-Homes.d180013-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-32.294643,115.70687&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ltadE%7D%7EeaU%3FQ%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FS%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40S%40QBQBQBOBSBQDOBQDQDQBODQDOFQDQFMFQDOFOFOFOFOHOFMHOFMHMHOHMHMHMHKJMJMHKJMHKJKLKHMJILKJIJKLIJILILILIJGLGLILGLGNGLGLELGNELELENELCNENCLCNCLCNANCNALCNANAN%3FNANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%3FL%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40NBLBNBNBLDNBLDNDLDLDNFLDLFLFNFJFLHLFLFLHJHLHLHJHLJJHJJJHJLJJJJJJJLHJJLHLHJHLJLHLHNFLHLFNHLFNFNHNFNFNDNFPDLFPDNDPDPDNDPBPDPBNBPBRBNBPBPBP%40R%40P%40PBP%3FP%40P%40R%3FP%40R%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAP%3FRAPAR%3FPCPAPAPAPCRCPCPCNCPCRCNEPCPEPENENERENGNENGNEPGNGNILGPGLINGNILGLINILKLIJILILKLIJKLKJKJKJKJKJKJKHMJKHMHMHKFMJMFMFMHKFOFMFMFMDOFMDMDODMDOBMBODOBMBOBO%40OBM%40OBO%40M%3FO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAO%3FOAMCOAOCOAMCOCMCOEOCMCOEMEMEOEMGMEMGOGMGMGMIMGKGMKMGMIKIMIKKKIMKKKIKMKKKIKKMIKKMKMIMIKIMIMIOIMGMIOGOIMGQGMGQGMEQGOGOEOGQEQEOCOEQEQCQEOCSCQCOCQCQASAQCQAQAQAQAS%3FQAS%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=94_34JC6FqAR4TuCTzMyzqXqiKQ=) Shoalwater, WA ### What's nearby - Penguin Island - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles - Warnbro Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Palm Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Rockingham Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - HMAS Stirling - 14 min drive - 7.5 miles ### Getting around - Rockingham Station - 6 min drive - Perth Airport (PER) - 53 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Cardamon - ‬13 min walk - ‪Swannies By The Sea - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Cruising Yacht Club - ‬5 min drive - ‪Arcade Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive - ‪Imperial Indian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park located? > Located in Shoalwater, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rockingham Lakes Regional Park, West Oz Kiteboarding and Rockingham Regional Environment Centre. Penguin Island and Warnbro Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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