Title: Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=181583&destination=Shoal+Bay%2C+New+South+Wales%2C+Australia&selected=118438170&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) ## Photo gallery for Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118440000/118438200/118438170/4b3b770c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118440000/118438200/118438170/4bc1747a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118440000/118438200/118438170/5de31d57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118440000/118438200/118438170/570485ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) (Shoal Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118440000/118438200/118438170/b6125e77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## 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. ### 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 - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### 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 - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Solar energy ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70850000/70846800/70846787/3bd56bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shoal Bay Views Shoal Bay - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=70846787&PinnedHotelID=70846787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102920000/102919000/102918935/82b0830b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### By The Bay | 5 min Walk to The Beach | 3 Bedroom Shoal Bay - 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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-83589 ## About the area Located in Shoal Bay, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Toboggan Hill Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Salamander Super Strike and Pelican Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. [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-32.72665%2C152.17616&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yFY2XOque1Hj5hodyl-PC4mCelM=) Shoal Bay, NSW ### What's nearby - ![Tomaree National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287439/31e3a53c-5aae-4593-9508-9457418f8685.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tomaree National Park 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Shoal Bay Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/667088189107298304/3f004d7a-8026-4ddb-9aaa-ecfc002371b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shoal Bay Beach 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Nelson Head Lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287435/7e76a975-90f1-45c1-bd29-9b76c993d295.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nelson Head Lighthouse 6 min drive \- 2.2 miles - West Nelson Bay 4 min drive \- 2.0 miles - Mount Tomaree 4 min drive \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar 14 min walk - Magnolia. 6 min drive - Atmos 12 min walk - In House Kitchen 6 min drive - Seabreeze Bakery Cafe 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) have a pool? ### Is Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)? ### What time is check-in at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)? ### What time is check-out at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)? ### Where is Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy M. 1 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely loved our stay at Illaroo House..Beautiful accommodation..Wonderfullocation.Beautifully appointed.We had an amazing stay.. ##### Judy M. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren L. 22 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This house was amazing! Clean, beautifully styled, comfortable and accommodating to your every need. The outside area is stunning, with the pool and entertainment area. I will definitely be staying here again. ##### Lauren L. 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