[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Government House, 35 Government Road - pet friendly , water views Vacation home in Nelson Bay with balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112760000/112755000/112754980/baec6387.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112760000/112755000/112754980/ff119791.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112760000/112755000/112754980/a74bdb3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112760000/112755000/112754980/d47c95b9_edited_fd1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112760000/112755000/112754980/d904d9e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Government House, 35 Government Road - pet friendly , water views provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Government House, 35 Government Road - pet friendly , water views Please note upstairs and downstairs DO NOT have internal access between them. With room for up to nine guests, this idyllic escape offers four spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms and two living areas. The main house has three bedrooms upstairs with the main bedroom having an ensuite with shower and toilet, each bedroom boasts a unique charm that ensures serene slumber after days filled with sunshine and adventure. The main bathroom is also located upstairs and has a bath, shower, vanity and separate toilet and sink. Not suitable for children on their own as only has external access - Downstairs with external access only from the main house you will discover a large bedroom housing a King bed, Single bed and Sofa Bed for the children that want to be close to their parents at night, this area also has a separate living area with a huge Smart TV, Pool Table, dart board and bathroom providing a shower and toilet – perfect for the larger family wanting their own space, or perfect for a group that are looking to have open fun filled spaces. Take advantage of the air conditioning systems with reverse cycle capabilities, ensuring your comfort year-round. Little ones will delight in the nearby playground, while adults might enjoy a quick game on the onsite pool table. Located only 950 metres walking distance to D’albora Marina and Nelson Bay Foreshore, and a quick two-minute drive to Dutchman’s Beach which is popular for its calm waters, grassy picnic and BBQ facilities, or if you would like to take your dog along for a dip, the dog friendly Bagnall's Beach is not far down the road, Government House also promises access to small boat parking - perfect for seafaring guests. Preparing meals is a joy in the fully equipped kitchen, including a dishwasher, microwave oven, Inverter Water Dispenser refrigerator, and K-Fee coffee machine (BYO Pods). A gas Weber BBQ, enclosed yard suitable for small dogs only and an outdoor area allow al fresco dining so you can revel in those brilliant moments watching the children and fur baby play. Laundry days are simplified with an internal laundry fitted with a top loader washing machine and dryer, and with free unlimited Wi-Fi and a big screen Smart TV included, you will not miss a beat or a favourite show even while on holiday. Perfectly positioned, this lovely holiday house is situated near shopping outlets and a host of local attractions. Embrace the pure relaxation this holiday home provides, or step outside and engage in all that vibrant Nelson Bay has to offer. At Government House, 35 Government Road, Nelson Bay, your NSW dream holiday truly becomes a reality. Book your stay today and make our haven your home away from home in this charming corner of Australia's eastern coast! Additional features • Pet friendly • Front balcony with water views of Nelson Bay Dutchman’s Beach • Ducted A/C in all upstairs living areas and bedrooms • Split system A/C in the open plan downstairs area • Smart TV • Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and K-Fee Coffee Pod Machine • Fully equipped laundry with top loader washing machine and dryer • Small Single Car Garage (up to 1.7m) with two off street parking spaces for a small boat • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Pool/games table Bedroom Configuration - Sleeps 9 Bedroom 1 (upstairs) – King Bed + Ducted Air Conditioning + Ensuite + Balcony Access Bedroom 2 (upstairs) – 2 x Single Beds + Ducted Air Conditioning Bedroom 3 (upstairs) – Queen Bed + Ducted Air Conditioning Bedroom 1 (downstairs - no internal access from main house) – King Bed + Single Bed + Split System Air Conditioner + Living Area + Bathroom. 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: Small Dogs are very much welcomed at this property. This property does have Wi-Fi. Parking: Small Single Car Garage (up to 1.7m) with two off street parking spaces for a small boat. Lift: No (17 steps up to main house) 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 transportation - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling 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/101000000/100220000/100212400/100212329/044d23b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 6A Hough Street - Sophisticated pet friendly home with air con, wi-fi and linen provided Nelson Bay - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=100212329&PinnedHotelID=100212329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103570000/103569800/103569711/7e134311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nelson on Nelson – rustic pet friendly coast house, perfectly located close to beach and cafes Nelson Bay - 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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-76826, 2315 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 43\_755 ## 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-32.72164%2C152.13821&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A1oRbWp3s1Zogtdg4exw_6EC9Dg=) Nelson Bay, NSW #### What's nearby - Dutchmans Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Nelson Bay Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive - 2.0 km - Toboggan Hill Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km #### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪In House Kitchen - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Little Nel - ‬7 min walk - ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬8 min walk - ‪Naked Alley - ‬8 min walk - ‪Seabreeze Hotel - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Government House, 35 Government Road - pet friendly , water views pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Government House, 35 Government Road - pet friendly , water views located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Baptist Tabernacle and Dutchmans Beach. D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Bagnalls Beach Reserve are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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