[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park Vacation home in Perth with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/645f09b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/cfe95dfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/f3268c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/ea2d8faf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106290000/106283700/106283649/fe0bad77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near the Penguin Islands and marine parks, this house offers a serene retreat. Unwind in comfort with easy access to pristine beaches, snorkeling & water sports nearby. Take an easy stroll to local shops & restaurants for a relaxing or adventurous stay. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 86232 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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 Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park Ideally situated for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the area, close to the stunning Penguin Islands and nearby marine parks, where you can enjoy pristine beaches, fantastic snorkeling & water sports. The rich marine life and serene environment make it a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Easy stroll to local shops & restaurants, so whether you’re looking to relax or explore, our spacious and comfortable house offers everything you need for a memorable stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 6,232 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104370000/104360200/104360194/3316cec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vitamin Sea Retreat Shoalwater - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=104360194&PinnedHotelID=104360194&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33642900/33642878/92e1885f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seagate Beach Retreat - with private pool and integrated spa (spa is unheated). 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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 STRA6169JCPMJO42 ## About the area Shoalwater, a neighborhood in Perth, is home to this vacation home. Rockingham Shopping Centre and Warnbro Fair Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rockingham Lakes Regional Park and Lake Walyungup Reserve. West Oz Kiteboarding and Perth Wildlife Encounters are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Perth travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Perth.dx180013) [View more Vacation homes in Perth](https://www.expedia.ca/Perth-Private-Vacation-Homes.d180013-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-32.294643,115.70687&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ltadE%7D%7EeaU%3FQ%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FS%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40S%40QBQBQBOBSBQDOBQDQDQBODQDOFQDQFMFQDOFOFOFOFOHOFMHOFMHMHOHMHMHMHKJMJMHKJMHKJKLKHMJILKJIJKLIJILILILIJGLGLILGLGNGLGLELGNELELENELCNENCLCNCLCNANCNALCNANAN%3FNANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%3FL%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40NBLBNBNBLDNBLDNDLDLDNFLDLFLFNFJFLHLFLFLHJHLHLHJHLJJHJJJHJLJJJJJJJLHJJLHLHJHLJLHLHNFLHLFNHLFNFNHNFNFNDNFPDLFPDNDPDPDNDPBPDPBNBPBRBNBPBPBP%40R%40P%40PBP%3FP%40P%40R%3FP%40R%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAP%3FRAPAR%3FPCPAPAPAPCRCPCPCNCPCRCNEPCPEPENENERENGNENGNEPGNGNILGPGLINGNILGLINILKLIJILILKLIJKLKJKJKJKJKJKJKHMJKHMHMHKFMJMFMFMHKFOFMFMFMDOFMDMDODMDOBMBODOBMBOBO%40OBM%40OBO%40M%3FO%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAO%3FOAMCOAOCOAMCOCMCOEOCMCOEMEMEOEMGMEMGOGMGMGMIMGKGMKMGMIKIMIKKKIMKKKIKMKKKIKKMIKKMKMIMIKIMIMIOIMGMIOGOIMGQGMGQGMEQGOGOEOGQEQEOCOEQEQCQEOCSCQCOCQCQASAQCQAQAQAQAS%3FQAS%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=94_34JC6FqAR4TuCTzMyzqXqiKQ=) Shoalwater, WA ### What's nearby - Penguin Island - 2 min drive - 1.3 km - Warnbro Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km - Palm Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Rockingham Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km - HMAS Stirling - 14 min drive - 12.0 km ### Getting around - Rockingham Station - 6 min drive - Perth Airport (PER) - 53 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Cardamon - ‬13 min walk - ‪Swannies By The Sea - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Cruising Yacht Club - ‬5 min drive - ‪Arcade Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive - ‪Imperial Indian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Ducks Nest - Ocean Retreat amongst the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park located? > Located in Shoalwater, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rockingham Lakes Regional Park, West Oz Kiteboarding, and Rockingham Regional Environment Centre. Perth Wildlife Encounters and Penguin Island are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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