Title: The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=67665763&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel Holiday home in Shoal Bay with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel ![Beach nearby - The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67670000/67665800/67665763/cf145ec8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67670000/67665800/67665763/w1914h1080x3y0-b01b51d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67670000/67665800/67665763/w1913h1080x4y0-665f20c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67670000/67665800/67665763/93ddfc49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67670000/67665800/67665763/w1916h1080x2y0-a0852451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.0 Good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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 Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel Open plan, air conditioned, spacious living area with modern quality furnishings throughout with the bonus of extras such as a 65-inch LED Flat Screen TV, Foxtel, Blu-ray DVD, CD Player, and i-Pod docking station. Two dining areas with formal dining adjacent to the main living area with seating for 8 guests. Flowing off this area is the undercover outdoor area with pergola roof, ceiling fan and 6 burner gas BBQ facilities. A fully equipped kitchen has complete cooking facilities, 6L Airfryer, family size fridge/ freezer, electric stove top, stainless steel dishwasher, microwave, and plenty of bench space to prepare meals. At the rear of the house is the second living area which offers a 42-inch Flat Screen TV, ceiling fan and comfortable furnishings. Five bedrooms all with ceiling fans and the main bedroom having a Smart TV and renovated ensuite with glass shower, vanity, and toilet. Renovated main bathroom has a free-standing bath, shower, toilet, vanity, and the luxury for guests in having a powder room with the third toilet. The owner has also provided a port-a-cot and highchair to assist parents travelling with babies and toddlers. Internal laundry with a top loader washing machine, dryer and fully enclosed back yard is perfect for the children to play. Other features include an automatic double lock-up garage plus drive-way space for 3 cars and all located within 800 metre walking distance to Shoal Bay Beach, Shoal Bay Country Club, foreshore, variety of restaurants and boutique shops. The Bay House is a quality residence located in a quiet residential neighbourhood. This property is suited to quiet families that will respect the property, area, and the neighbours. Noise that can be heard in any habitable rooms of a neighbouring residence is restricted by Friday, Saturday or any day preceding a public holiday – midnight to 8am and any other day – 10pm to 8am. Bedroom Configuration: - Bedroom 1 – Queen Bed + Ensuite + TV + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 2 – Queen Bed + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 3 – Double Bed + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 4 – Double Bed + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 5 – 2 x 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. Linen Packs consists of 2 flat sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, bathmats, hand towels and tea towels (BYO beach towels). The property provides pillows, blankets, and quilts. Property Notes: Pets are not welcome at this property. This property does have Wi-fi. Parking: Double lock-up garage plus drive-way space for 3 cars 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 - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78300000/78293500/78293442/2d2ddbeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tanilba 23 Flannel Flower Fairway meaning White Flower Shoal Bay - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=78293442&PinnedHotelID=78293442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31690000/31683100/31683094/03f9ad0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Little Beach Nelson Bay - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=31683094&PinnedHotelID=31683094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53830000/53821300/53821229/e7fe15de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Away Nelson Bay, 29 Wollomi Ave - Spacious family home with water views, pet friendly, Wifi & aircon Nelson Bay - Ocean view - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=53821229&PinnedHotelID=53821229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235500/35235483/f3368a04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shoal Bay Beach Retreat Nelson Bay - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.4 Very good 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=35235483&PinnedHotelID=35235483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48760000/48759200/48759115/6471a563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dutchies Vista, 1 45 Christmas Bush Ave - Ground floor with stunning water views Nelson Bay - Ocean view - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=48759115&PinnedHotelID=48759115&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57740000/57734800/57734712/6ff491c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 81 Horace St - Wifi, Pool and air conditioning Shoal Bay - Pool - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=57734712&PinnedHotelID=57734712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35233600/35233548/69e627a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Government Rd 63 - The beautiful waters of Shoal Bay just at the end of your street! 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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-543 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 House 43\_422 ## 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-32.72502%2C152.17150&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qghqiU69rjNaollkmfZQ7XBh8wY=) Shoal Bay, NSW #### What's nearby - Tomaree National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Shoal Bay Beach \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Zenith Beach \- 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay \- 4 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Nelson Head Lighthouse \- 5 min drive \- 2.2 miles #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪In House Kitchen - ‬5 min drive - ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min walk - ‪Magnolia. - ‬5 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬9 min walk - ‪Seabreeze Bakery Cafe - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel? ### What time is check-in at The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel? ### What time is check-out at The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel? ### Where is The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Bay House, 48 Government Road Shoal Bay– 5 bedroom holiday home with Wi-Fi & Foxtel Reviews ## Reviews ### Good 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 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 4/10 Poor #### emma m. 24 Dec 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Could be better. The location of this house was perfect and the house has great potential, but there were a few issues: - There were no basic cooking essentials - No basic cleaning products - No gas in the BBQ For the price we paid we were expecting a bit more. ##### emma m. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chriss P., Northmead 7 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for 4 old golfers . All went very smoothly ##### Chriss P. 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