Title: Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=35234667&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay Apartment in Shoal Bay with balcony ## Photo gallery for Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay ![Beach - Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35234700/35234667/308f34d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35234700/35234667/a172ad19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35234700/35234667/734b121a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35234700/35234667/c100af95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35234700/35234667/db4fd2f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Castaways offers a fun beachside retreat for your family. Enjoy Shoal Bay Beach views, an easy stroll to shops and restaurants, and 200m from BBQ facilities. The balcony provides spectacular views of the bay while the spacious living area is perfect for relaxation. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire apartment 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay Take a fun and relaxed beachside break with your family in this top-floor unit at Castaways, directly across from beautiful Shoal Bay Beach. With the sand and gentle surf at your doorstep and an easy 200m stroll to the shops, restaurants & cafes that line the foreshore, this is the perfect spot for a great family holiday. The Shoal Bay foreshore offers shaded grassed areas with picnic tables and BBQ facilities, and you can hire kayaks and stand-up paddle boards during the holiday period. When you're feeling adventurous, a 600m walk brings you to the famous Tomaree Mountain where you follow the trail up the summit for spectacular views over the pristine Port Stephens coastline. It's also just a short 3km, or 5-minute drive to Nelson Bay, where dolphin watch cruises depart daily from the marina. Enjoy magnificent, uninterrupted water views out across the bay and the headlands from the balcony of this top floor, 4-bedroom apartment. Sit out in the delicious sunshine with the fresh ocean breeze and scent of salt in the air, and watch the boats sail by – with views this stunning, you'll never want to leave! The open plan living area is spacious, light and airy, perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. High ceilings with open beams, exposed brick walls and a wall of glass facing the sparkling turquoise waters provide unique character and comfort in this original-condition holiday home. The living area has a comfortable corner lounge with flat screen TV and a dining area with modern table and 8 chairs. The kitchen is equipped with microwave, oven, stovetop and a fridge/freezer. Two of the bedrooms offer queen beds, while the 3rd is fitted with 2 single beds and the 4th bedroom has a set of bunk beds. All 4 bedrooms have freestanding wardrobes. The bathroom comes with a shower (with curtain), a vanity with a full sized mirror and a toilet. There is also an internal laundry with washing machine and undercover off-street parking for one car, with drive in entry from the back of the units at Lillian Street. Important Notes: \- Heaters, linen and bedmakes are provided for this property. \- There are 29 exterior stairs to this top floor unit. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Swimming 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) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115780000/115779700/115779654/52e162a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Corlette Beach Retreat Corlette - 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The beautiful waters of Shoal Bay just at the end of your street! Shoal Bay - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available 7.6 Good 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=35233548&PinnedHotelID=35233548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 professional host. 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-20635 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. ### Property is also known as Castaways Unit 8/17 Shoal Bay Road Apartment Castaways Unit 8/17 Apartment Castaways Unit 8/17 Shoal Bay Road Castaways Unit 8/17 Apartment Castaways, Unit 8/17 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay Shoal Bay Castaways, Unit 8/17 Shoal Bay Road Apartment Apartment Castaways, Unit 8/17 Shoal Bay Road Castaways, Unit 8/17 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay Castaways Unit 8 17 Shoal Road Castaways Unit 8/17 Shoal Bay Road 110\_141 ## 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-32.72043%2C152.17712&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NVx76bvwf-RqTdN2O3BKJFh0Xn8=) Shoal Bay, NSW #### What's nearby - Shoal Bay Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Tomaree National Park \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Zenith Beach \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Mount Tomaree \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Nelson Head Lighthouse \- 6 min drive \- 2.0 miles #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪In House Kitchen - ‬5 min drive - ‪Magnolia. - ‬5 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬3 min walk - ‪Salt Bistro - ‬4 min walk - ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay? ### What time is check-in at Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay? ### What time is check-out at Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay? ### Where is Castaways 8/17 Shoal Bay Road - The crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay located? ## Have a question? 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