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Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
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You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool). Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
The current price is £886
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)

🌊 Your perfect coastal escape with a sparkling swimming pool at its heart!

Illaroo House features four bedrooms, including 2x queen rooms, 1x double room, and a rumpus room with 2x tri-bunk rooms that are perfect for children or larger groups.

The open plan living, dining, and kitchen area is light-filled and spacious, making it the ideal place for family gatherings, shared meals, or lounging after a day at the beach. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to entertain, from cooking essentials to platters and serving dishes for larger feasts.

Outside Illaroo offers a generous turfed front yard and a fully enclosed backyard that is safe for both children and pets. The outdoor entertaining areas are a highlight, with a spacious deck complete with an outdoor TV, BBQ, fridge, and dining space, perfect for long summer evenings. The swimming pool invites you to relax and cool off during the day, while the fire pit adds a cosy touch for gathering under the stars. An outdoor shower is also available for rinsing off after a swim or trip to the beach.

The house includes two bathrooms, one fitted with a bathtub and a separate freestanding WC for convenience. For entertainment, guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, access to all streaming platforms and free-to-air television, as well as a collection of DVDs and board games. The bunk room has its own TV and DVD player, creating a fun space for younger guests to enjoy.

With three onsite car spaces, additional street parking, and even room for jet ski parking, Illaroo House has been designed to meet the needs of families and groups looking for a relaxed, easy, and memorable coastal stay.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 pets

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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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-71353

About the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Zenith Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • West Nelson Bay - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shoal Bay Country Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪In House Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Atmos - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Salt Bistro - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) on 30 Sept 2025 start from £885.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tomaree National Park and Wreck Beach. Shoal Bay Beach and Box Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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