[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach Family-friendly vacation home in Nelson Bay with a water park ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59616200/59616147/23bac18b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, Netflix, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59616200/59616147/71bbaa3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59616200/59616147/f357f094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59616200/59616147/f6af805f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, Netflix, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59616200/59616147/35853e56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At this private beach house, you'll unwind in a fully enclosed space perfect for pets and toddlers. With ducted air-conditioning, a 3 burner gas BBQ, and unlimited fast WiFi - including Netflix - you can relax or entertain all year round. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill ## 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 Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach As this is a house and not a unit, you will have your own private space and no stairs to climb! All beds are made with linen and bath towels provided. You can walk in and everything is ready for you to just sit down and relax or head straight to the beach. You don't need to worry about keys with key-less self check-in. You will be cool in Summer and warm in Winter with ducted air-conditioning in each room. Entertain yourself in the evening with a Samsung smart TV, Netflix, Disney, Amazon Prime, Stan (own login required) and unlimited fast WiFi. Outside there is plenty of space for your pets and toddlers to roam around with a fully enclosed gated space where you can cook up a storm on the 3 burner gas BBQ. Pack light as there is a 7kg washing machine, dryer and iron with a fixed clothes line and portable clothes hanger to catch the afternoon sun. There are parking spaces for 2 cars on site and additional free street parking right in front. Need groceries? Simply have them delivered to your front door whilst you are out and about. There is a king bed and smart TV in the main bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen bed and single trundle bed available. The living room has a double sized sofa bed. The property is pet friendly, pets can be inside and sleep inside except pets are not allowed on the beds unless you bring your own bed linen. The yard is fully enclosed and includes a grass lawn. If you wish to bring more than 2 pets please enquire before making a booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Netflix - Smart TV with digital channels - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - 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. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Strictly allowed outside only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Unlimited smartphone data usage ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91850000/91842600/91842564/ccbda38b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Shoalbar-walk to 2 Beaches Nelson Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=91842564&PinnedHotelID=91842564&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3950000/3945600/3945523/04499032.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mantra Nelson Bay Nelson Bay - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.6 Excellent 1,517 reviews CA $292 CA $322 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=3945523&PinnedHotelID=3945523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46275800/46275760/17882ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bali Hai - 3 bedroom- Pet friendly house with aircon Shoal Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 97 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=46275760&PinnedHotelID=46275760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108840000/108832400/108832350/6f53c987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay Nelson Bay - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 4.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=108832350&PinnedHotelID=108832350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114390000/114389800/114389744/cdff6724.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Treehouse Nelson Bay, Pet Friendly with Boat Parking Nelson Bay - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=114389744&PinnedHotelID=114389744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33569000/33568937/3765de07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach House for a couple, 2-3 couples or a large family. 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Pets strictly not allowed on beds. Must clean up your dog waste outside or surcharge will apply No pets, fake tan, food or drink on the beds, alternatively can bring your own sheets. No additional guests other than agreed in the booking are permitted. Please enquire regarding additional pets. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Not allowed on the beds unless BYO linen. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Cot and highchair available, please enquire ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Strictly allowed outside only ## 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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-20186 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Walk To Little & Shoal Nelson Walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach Nelson Bay Walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach Private vacation home orp5b62284x ## About the area Located in Nelson Bay, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Salamander Super Strike and Pelican Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Bay.dx181576) [View more Vacation homes in Nelson Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Bay-Private-Vacation-Homes.d181576-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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-32.71388%2C152.16075&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uDR3GGILwd8wgnsnigSH7HpxMuA=) Nelson Bay, NSW ### What's nearby - Shoal Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Nelson Head Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - West Nelson Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Nelson Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.3 km ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 32 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bluey’s - ‬3 min drive - ‪Naked Alley - ‬3 min drive - ‪Atmos - ‬3 min drive - ‪Salt Bistro - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at The Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach located? > This family-friendly Nelson Bay vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach, West Nelson Bay, and Tomaree National Park. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Nelson Head Lighthouse 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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