Title: SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach 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 # SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35868000/35867945/0abbf27d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35868000/35867945/dd89dd53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35868000/35867945/4ad54b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35868000/35867945/0bb7dbd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35870000/35868000/35867945/2dd7eb0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Shoal Bay Retreat offers a beachy vibe just 100m from the Shoal Bay beachfront. Unwind in the large covered living and dining deck area, enjoy airconditioning in the living space, or take advantage of free NBN WiFi and Netflix streaming. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - 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. ### SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach 2 bedroom duplex unit (sleeps 5) Prime location - only 100m to Shoal Bay beachfront, cafes and shops Suitable for families, couples or groups (and wheelchair accessible) - including our 4 legged friends! Off street parking for one vehicle (sorry no trailer or boat parking) Total internal area 56 square metres (excluding covered deck 6m x 3m) Bedroom 1 : Queen bed, radiator, electric blanket Bedroom 2 : Double bed and single bed (together as bunks), radiator, electric blankets Large outside covered living and dining deck area (6m x 3m) Doggie friendly for trained pooches - leash free beaches are close too! Up to 2 small dogs allowed, but only one large dog allowed. If in doubt please send us an enquiry. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE BRINGING A DOG WHEN YOU BOOK. Airconditioning in living area for hot or cold throughout the unit. Dishwasher Wheelchair accessible Free NBN wi fi TV with Netflix and YouTube streaming External shower for sandy people and salty doggies too Gas BBQ and laundry (shared with Unit 1) Off street parking for one vehicle (sorry no trailers or boats) Children's playground opposite - new and safely fenced Travel Cot and High Chair available on request Shoal Bay Retreat is a duplex house of 2 x 2 bedroom units. This Unit 2 sleeps 5 guests (and it is wheelchair accessible) and see listing for Unit 1 (sleeps 4) if you have a larger group of up to 9. (If you have problems finding and booking Unit 1 and Unit 2 together - please send us a message for us to assist). Being so close to the beach it’s the ideal place to leave your car and walk to the beach and activities. At night Shoal Bay beachfront is alive with great restaurants and pubs - especially the famous Country Club - just a few minutes walk away. Or rent a bike. e-bike or tandem only 70m away to explore from Fingal to Nelson Bay and beyond... DATE CHANGES and CANCELLATION We offer the most relaxed cancellation terms and refund policy available on this site. You are able to change dates, subject to availability, or cancel at any time outside the cancellation period free of charge. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Netflix - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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 - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 807 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### 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 ### Rules Please let us know if you are bringing your trained dog (at no charge) so we can send you a few simple Doggie Rules. Please bring doggie bedding. We do allow up to 2 small dogs, but regret the unit and deck is not suitable for more than one medium or large doggie - sorry! Whilst we love pets, we don't allow cats due to allergy sufferers - sorry! ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 25 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Well behaved doggies allowed, but please advise us ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Travel cot and high chair available on request ### 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 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-5796 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 2 Bedroom Doggie Friendly Duplex Unit Prime Location 100m Beach ## About the area Located in Shoal Bay, this holiday home is near the beach. Tomaree National Park and Boondelbah Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fly Point Marine Reserve and Salamander Super Strike. Toboggan Hill Park and Pelican Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Shoal Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay.dx181583) [View more Holiday homes in Shoal Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay-Private-Holiday-Homes.d181583-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-32.72141%2C152.17285&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QEXUpTk-QonMoRxtiPU3ZfLHq54=) Shoal Bay, NSW ### What's nearby - Shoal Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles - Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Nelson Bay Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Shoal Bay Country Club - ‬5 min walk - ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬4 min drive - ‪In House Kitchen - ‬4 min drive - ‪Sri Malaysia Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. Zenith Beach and Little Island 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 ## SHOAL BAY RETREAT Unit 2 - doggie friendly duplex villa - 100m to beach 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 69 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sr 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This is a cosy cottage only 100 metres from the water and village. It has a great TV and excellent outdoor areas for relaxing and eating. Our little dog adored it ##### Sr Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark M. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great spot great stay, it was our third time with our family and small dog, nice place to stay,, cheers ##### Mark M. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee Y. 19 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### R&R Fantastic location ##### Lee Y. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth B. 12 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Lovely dog friendly unit and a great location. ##### Beth B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne 26 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very convenient and cosy cottage. ##### Suzanne Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rochelle 5 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication The location of this property was perfect. It was clean and comfortable. ##### Rochelle Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen S. 21 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Best spot in town. Very comfortable. ##### Helen S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry D. 9 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Owner & doggie fun stay Great relaxed beachy feel with all the comforts of home. Lovely hosts. ##### Kerry D. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel S. 17 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Shoal Bay get away The property was nice and close to shops and restaurants and owner was always contactable if we needed anything or had any issues. ##### Daniel S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie C. 18 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dog friendly Our Labrador loved this accomodation and so did we. Really relaxing, can’t beat the location, beds were clean and comfortable and bathroom very clean also. Visiting Bagnalls Beach (about 10 minute drive) which is dog off leash 24/7 is a must. Would love to come back ##### Katie C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya B. 3 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy unit within walking distance of the beach The unit was clean, comfortable and filled with all the essentials needed for a short to medium length stay. I contacted the owner about a small issue and he was extremely receptive and polite. The deck was nicely sheltered for our dog so he stayed dry even during the rainy night. Would highly recommend this unit for families or couples travelling with a well behaved dog. ##### Tanya B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie W. 1 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a gem This would have to be one of the best dog friendly stays we’ve had. Bryan was very easy to communicate with, answering questions promptly. The duplex was very comfortable and had everything you could possibly need. The fully enclosed verandah was very comfortable and was perfect if we needed to leave the dogs while going out. Being only a block from the beach, shops and cafes was the icing on the cake. Will definitely be back. ##### Julie W. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela G., Melbourne 2 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Shoal bay tetreat Good setup of an old house divided into 2. We’ll set out and fitted out. Very comfortable and great position. Only complaint not being able to access drive. There looked to be plenty of room to accommodate 2 cars. ##### Pamela G. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Immy 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fab location! Great for doggies! ##### Immy Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alison A. 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Alison A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kerry D. 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kerry D. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### John G. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorena C. 6 Nov 2024 ##### Lorena C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Lauren O. 15 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pet friendly, close to beach, coffee machine We loved out weekend away, the house is dog friendly, clean and has large bed rooms rooms with a big ipen plan kitchen, lounge & dinning. Big deck with BBQ we felt at home and would go back. ##### Lauren O. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter 12 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Close to restaurants and bars easy stroll to beach ##### peter Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Coby B. 12 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great location walking distance to amazing cafe/restaurants and lovely calm bay for a swim. ##### Coby B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah S. 25 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best stay in Shoal Bay Such a comfortable unit with everything you need to make an enjoyable break away. The deck is a great place to start the day with breakfast or drinks and dinner. With a gate on the deck it’s the perfect place for your dog to keep you company while you’re relaxing. The location couldn’t be better as it’s such a short walk to the beach, close enough for a pre-breakfast swim and the strip with restaurants, cafes and bars. ##### Deborah S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie L. 24 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A fantastic find We had a fantastic stay at Bryan’s property. The house is clean, well-equipped and so conveniently located. We really appreciated also being able to bring along our furry family member. Bryan was great to communicate with and very accomodating. We are already looking forward to our next stay. ##### Jackie L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James L. 21 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stress buster. Very pleasant. Everything worked like it should. location is ideal. 1 min to beach and shops. Nice and quiet. ##### James L. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David M. 6 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nelson Bay Getaway Nice clean premises and very dog friendly. Close to everything you need to make for a great by the sea weekend or longer stay. ##### David M. 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