Perched above Dutchies Beach with views over the bay provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4862 sq ft
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Mirage Holiday Home with Water Views Nelson Bay
Summary:
Modern two-bedroom, two-bathroom ground floor duplex with stunning water views over the bay. Sleeping up to 4 guests, this stylish coastal retreat features a queen bedroom, twin single bedroom, air conditioning, Foxtel, and direct walkway access to Dutchies Beach. Relax, unwind, and enjoy the perfect beachside escape close to Nelson Bay.
The Space:
The Location - Set high above the pristine waters of Dutchies Beach, Mirage offers unparalleled views of Port Stephens. Keep it relaxed and head directly down to the beach below, famed for its calm, clean waters and a great place for the morning swim, it offers free BBQ facilities, amenities block and a childrens playground to the northern end. There is a grassed landing to the rear of the property as well as access to a pathway that leads to the popular 'Bridle Path' that skirts the bay. Head along this path into Nelson Bay township approx 2km away for cafes and restaurants either in the CBD or Marina.
The Duplex - Positioned overlooking popular Dutchies Beach, Mirage offers modern open plan living with amazing views from most windows. A split system air conditioner keeps you cool in summer and warm in winter. The living area has two x 2 seater lounges, 36 inch Flat Screen TV, free wifi, CD player, dining table and chairs. A sliding glass door accesses a private balcony with outdoor setting and features an electric BBQ with beautiful vistas across the harbour. The brand new kitchen comes fully equipped and has a stainless steel dishwasher, microwave, stove top, microwave and a standard size fridge / freezer.
The main bedroom has a queen size bed, bedside tables, mirrored built-in robe, small Flat screen TV, water views and a private ensuite with a glass shower, vanity, toilet and a corner spa bath with a viewing window. The second bedroom has two single beds, bedside table, wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet. There are internal laundry facilities including a top loading washing machine and dryer. This property also offers a carport space for one vehicle and access down some steps to the duplex.
Linen packs and bedmakes are provided at this property.
Property access is down 14 stairs from Parking carport area
Why You'll Love Staying Here:
Stunning water views overlooking Port Stephens
Direct walkway access to Dutchies Beach
Private balcony with outdoor dining and electric BBQ
Modern open-plan living with beautiful coastal outlooks
Air conditioning for year-round comfort
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
Relaxing spa bath
Internal laundry with washer and dryer
Two bathrooms including ensuite to the main bedroom
Single carport parking
Peaceful location close to beaches, cafés, restaurants, and Nelson Bay Marina
Respectful Stays (The Not-So-Fine Print)
We want you to fully enjoy your time away, and we also ask that guests help us look after the home and the surrounding community. To keep things comfortable for everyone:
- This is a no-party property
- Quiet hours are between 9pm - 8am (as per council regulations)
These guidelines help ensure Port Stephens Accommodation homes stay available for future escapes (yours included) and that local neighbours remain welcoming to visitors.
Please Note: Key Collection is offsite.
Interaction with Guests:
Port Stephens Accommodation manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Please note that Airbnb messaging is not monitored outside of office hours, so it is advised to contact us directly if you require any assistance.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails 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
Unit size: 862 square feet
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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
Rules
Please be mindful of neighbours and adhere to quiet times of 10pm to 7am. Schoolies and party groups are not permitted. We reserve the right not to...
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
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 PID-STRA-21201
About the area
Located in Nelson Bay, this vacation home is by the sea. Bagnalls Beach Reserve and Fly Point Marine Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Toboggan Hill Park and Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary. Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters and Pelican Park are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide
Is Perched above Dutchies Beach with views over the bay pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Perched above Dutchies Beach with views over the bay?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Perched above Dutchies Beach with views over the bay?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Perched above Dutchies Beach with views over the bay located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Dutchmans Beach and Bagnalls Beach Reserve. Baptist Tabernacle and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Mirage Holiday Home with Water Views Nelson Bay Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Proximity to beaches, shops, restaurants and activities. House was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed (except washing machine powder - which is minor).
We loved our stay and would stay again.
A beautiful property with a beautiful setting. The rooms are spacious and clean. The floor to ceiling windows all around made the water views fantastic while trees around the property ensured a privacy and wonderful bird calls. We loved the property very much.
The only downside were that the portable fan in one bedroom and some of the wardrobe drawers were dusty, and that the towels smelled musty. We hope these two will be improved by our next visit.
Outstanding property which exactly met our expectations. Pleasantly quiet and private, no traffic sounds, just the sounds from beach and trees. Only drawback would be those with mobility issues as there are stairs to negotiate to the entry. Nice place that I’m sure we’ll return to.
Well located apartment with great sea views. Quiet neigbourhood with access to local beach and walking track with 10-15 minutes to Nelson Bay shops.
Basic kitchen setup but no cooking oven.
Contract Cleaners need a reminder to address issues like cleaning of the balcony floor and spa bath which had residue hair left from previous occupants. TV remote in bedroom had no batteries and it would be nice to leave a can of fly spray in the flat as mozzies are an issue.
Otherwise all good ..... recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Melissa
Jun 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot with an amazing view.
Private, clean and close to the beach. The apartment is new and has everything you need.
I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jesse
May 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent accomodation,very quiet location,1 minute walk to quiet beach,beautiful views from entire apartment over the bay,highly recommended
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views from every room were lovely. However, the bedrooms require ceiling fans as they can get very warm. Also, guests need to be able to get up and down the stairs leading to the property. Otherwise, the property was well-equipped.
Property was in a fantastic location, walking distance to the beach. Unfortunately it wasn’t very clean. The unit was covered in dust, hair, bugs/ants and there were stains on the bedding. Balcony hadn’t been cleaned as there was food on the floor from previous guests. Dryer is broken (doesn’t stay on). Wouldn’t return due to cleanliness.
Great location with awesome view. Very basic property as it looked tired with old furniture's. Guests are required to do their own bed. Foxtel connection was not active. Over rated.
Mirage is the ideal place for a relaxing break up in Port Stephens.
Lovely, clean and a wonderful, calm ambience.
Perfect balcony to sit with a wine and watch the sun set over the bay and be entertained by the lorikeets, kookaburras, cockatoos and many more.
Short cut to the beach via stairs not far from the apartment or a walk to Nelson Bay for a coffee.
We loved our stay and hope to return in the year ahead.
Tony and Barb Moffatt
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Louise B.
Mar 19, 2021
The property had a great view BUT not clean.
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property had a great view and the bed was comfy. But the price was to high due to the property not being clean. Spider webs on furniture and I had to wipe over the bedside tables and lamps before even making the bed. Some Glasses in the cupboard not washed or rinsed still having red wine in them.I washed all the things I used in the kitchen before we used them.I would think that the owners of this property would not be happy as the up stairs property looked spotless.I would only recommend this property if it was clean.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mahboob A.
Mar 9, 2021
Experience at Nelson bay
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Cleaners need to pay more attention on cleaning. small cockroaches, ants and web found inside the house.Rent a bit high (but that I have agreed),Good location except a few council trees were blocking the Waterview which was very disappointing. Rest of the things were great. Enjoyed the whole time
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nick R.
Feb 13, 2021
Fabulous
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A lovely 4 nights away over king weekend. First visit and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Jan 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic quiet location close to the beach. We had a enjoyable 4 night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Dec 14, 2020
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property was in a great spot.great views. It wasn’t clean very well all the glass looked dirty l had to clean most of the dishes we used and the coffee machine had old pods in it. Also had to clean the balcony the floor dirty.
I also feel that the beds should be made up.
Some of the mattress protectors were stained.
The tea towel to new couldn’t dry dishes well.
Should provide more dishwasher powder and detergent and soap.
We have stayed at many places and this one wasn’t good at all, for the price you pay. Very disappointed.
Thank you
Regards Mrs Lam
Amazing water views from every room. Large spa bath was lovely. plenty of birds to watch and listen to, over all we had a relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
costak
Dec 1, 2018
Amazing
The pictures do not do this place justice. The view from the balcony is amazing.
It's a short stroll through the bush to the beach.
Everything you need is there. The beds were comfy, the spa was fantastic and the neighbours friendly.
The location is close to everything.
Kookaburras like to pay a visit.
And because the beach is so close, at night you can hear the water lapping. It makes for a very peaceful night's sleep.
Overall, a fantastic place to stay. Highly recommended.