Title: Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108832350&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly ## Photo gallery for Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly ![TV - Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108840000/108832400/108832350/1f7f1f4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108840000/108832400/108832350/fb593a07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108840000/108832400/108832350/9d7f1433.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108840000/108832400/108832350/167c9428.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108840000/108832400/108832350/6f53c987.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Port Stephens, Cosy Retreat is a tranquil haven for relaxation seekers and family vacationers. Unleash your culinary skills in the fully stocked kitchen or ignite the BBQ grill for an outdoor feast on the large undercover patio, while enjoying wireless internet access, air conditioning and heating. ## Reviews 6.0 ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly Discover this home-away-from-home experience at Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay. Nestled serenely in the heart of Port Stephens, this cute holiday rental is a relaxing haven for holiday seekers, family vacationers, or those looking for a peaceful stay. Cosy Retreat features three comfortably-appointed bedrooms, a master with a queen bed, a second bedroom with a double bed, and a third room featuring single beds, perfect for children or extra friends. With one internal well-appointed bathroom and an external bath room, this property comfortably accommodates up to six guests, balancing relaxation with homely comforts. Off street under cover parking is also included for 2 cars. Relax and make use of all amenities designed for your comfort and convenience. Unleash your culinary skills in the fully stocked kitchen complete with a dishwasher, microwave, stove, refrigerator, and coffee maker. Or better still, ignite the BBQ grill for an outdoor feast. Keeping family-friendly in mind, this rental comes equipped with a bathtub, free parking and even permits one pet for those who travel with their furry friends. With relaxation right on your doorstep featuring a large undercover patio, garden, air conditioning, heating, and wireless internet access. In addition, the property ensures your safety with smoke detectors and comes with a washer and dryer, making long stays a breeze. The proximity to the bustling centre of Nelson Bay ensures guests have a plethora of restaurants, shopping, and local attractions at their disposal. Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay is more than just a place to stay; it's a lifestyle, a dream, and a tranquil retreat from the outside world. Absorb the beauty of Nelson Bay while enjoying the comfort of home, wrapped in tranquillity. Your perfect vacation starts here. Nelson Bay is renowned for its fresh seafood, award-winning restaurants, dolphin and whale watching, diving, fishing and aquatic activities, and this central location means that guests are ideally placed for the towns vibrant and lively atmosphere. Despite its growing popularity, the town maintains its small coastal village charm, perfecting the balance of catering to thriving tourism needs while protecting its beautiful national parks and marine sanctuary. An ideal holiday destination for families, Nelson Bay offers pristine beaches with lovely calm water swimming, waterfront parklands with BBQ facilities, a playground for children, weekend markets, a variety of shops and boutiques, and the Marina, which offers a range of aquatic activities daily. The charging of any electric vehicles, electric bicycle, electric scooter, electric skateboard, segway or other like devices (Electric Personal Mobility Devices) or the battery for an Electric Personal Mobility Device is Prohibited in this property. To ensure the comfort of our guests and neighbors, we do not accept bookings for 'Schoolies' breaks/under 21yrs groups and under no circumstances do we allow parties of any sort. Kindly note a deposit of 50% AUD of total amount will be charged at time of confirmation. An option of direct deposit and credit card is offered. A $500 Security Deposit (pre authorisation) is to be held. The bond will be processed prior to arrival. We only accept Mastercard or Visa. You can check in anytime between the hours of 3PM and 5PM on Weekdays. On weekdays after-hours, weekends and public holidays there is an afterhours check-in service. If you require this service, please inform one of the members at LJ Hooker Nelson Bay prior to your day of arrival. 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 on our website which will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email. This property is a holiday rental, it is not a principal place of residence. Terms and conditions apply for this property and payment warrants your agreement and that of all other guests staying at the property with you. The guests limits apply at all times during the booking. Any extra guests (this includes day visitors) above those that have booked and paid for must be approved in writing prior to the stay. Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have visitors in addition to booked guests you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission. 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 including security deposit. Noise audible outside the property is prohibited between 10:00 PM and 8.00 AM. Note: Cancellation policy is as per LJ Hooker Nelson Bay website. No Schoolies or Party Bookings ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - 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 the sea ### 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) - 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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 is also known as 190\_107 ## About the area Located in Nelson Bay, this vacation home is by the sea. Nelson Head Lighthouse and Heritage Light House Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fly Point Marine Reserve and Toboggan Hill Park. Salamander Super Strike and Pelican Park are also worth visiting. [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-32.72918%2C152.13626&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YqapZinhyPLNYdrbaxAC8kgrPys=) Nelson Bay, NSW ### What's nearby - ![Tomaree National Park which includes a beach and general coastal views](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 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Gan Gan Hill Lookout which includes landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6328263/35de5105-203c-4e34-ada9-90c8a5ac5048.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gan Gan Hill Lookout 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![Dutchmans Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621576998740/f1093782-5ecd-414a-b239-1c2b02e84dfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dutchmans Beach 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Nelson Bay Golf Club 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay 2 min drive \- 2.0 km ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - Magnolia. 18 min walk - In House Kitchen 15 min walk - Seabreeze Hotel 15 min walk - The Little Nel 16 min walk - Hog's Breath Cafe 17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly? ### What time is check-out at Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly? ### Where is Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cosy Retreat in Nelson Bay- Pet Friendly Reviews ## Reviews 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Location ## Reviews ### 4/10 Poor #### Shiney M. Apr 24, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Clean but stinky and noisy Place stank of urine or dampness; very noisy next to a main road; no real bathroom amenities provided; didn’t look like pictures at all. The place was clean, beds were comfortable, toys for kids were good. ##### Shiney M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen T. Jan 8, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was nice comfortable stay. Good condition , everything comfortable. ##### Stephen T. 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