Title: Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=35761031&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking Vacation home in Nelson Bay with balcony and washer and dryer ## Photo gallery for Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking ![Beach nearby - Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/2356caab_edited_47e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/0be9632e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/75d66bbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/5eb7f3c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking (Nelson Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761031/98401e79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ruby's Retreat is a dreamy, pet-friendly holiday rental in the heart of Nelson Bay. This delightful property offers three beautifully-decorated bedrooms, an open-concept kitchen and dining area, a Smart TV lounge room with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. You can also enjoy the fully enclosed yard perfect for children and pets or indulge in alfresco dining on the spacious balcony equipped with BBQ. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking Introducing Ruby's Retreat - your dreamy, dog-friendly holiday rental tucked away in the heart of Nelson Bay. This delightful property accommodates up to six guests, perfect for that relaxing family getaway or an eventful trip with your best friends. Featuring three beautifully-decorated bedrooms, each filled with light and vibrantly colored, Ruby's Retreat immediately feels like home. Retreat to the master bedroom with Queen-sized bed, TV and the comfort of a ceiling fan. The other two bedrooms both with ceiling fans offer equally comfortable accommodation with a mix of double and king single beds, perfect for both adults and children. The heart of the home is, of course, the open-concept kitchen and dining area. From a fully-equipped kitchen, including a dishwasher, microwave oven, coffee machine, it’s perfect for preparing and enjoying home cooked meals. The air conditioned lounge room, equipped with Smart TV, free Wi-Fi, Google Nest Hub and ceiling fan, provides a perfect setting for those movie nights or lazy afternoons. Ruby's Retreat comes with all the amenities you'd desire for a comfortable stay. Love the outdoors? Indulge in the lovely fully enclosed yard which is perfect for children and pets or the spacious balcony equipped with BBQ - the ideal spot for alfresco dining. We also have a laundry with washer/dryer and boat parking spaces and long-term renters are most welcome! When you're ready to explore, enjoy the convenience of being just minutes away from Little Beach and Shoal Bay Beach. This beautiful holiday rental captures the best of Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay – sun, sea, and sand! Whether you’re down for an adventurous boat trip or a quiet BBQ evening at our outdoor area, Ruby's Retreat has something for every kind of visitor and their fur baby. There is also a single lock-up garage for the fishing rods or surfboards (no car use), tuckerbox freezer and a long driveway that is suitable for a car and trailer boat. Bedroom configuration: - Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed + TV + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 2 - Double Bed + Balcony Access + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 3 - 2 x King Single Beds + Ceiling Fan 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, for prices please contact our office. Linen Packs consists of 2 flat sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, bathmats, hand towels and tea towels (bring your own beach towels). The property provides pillows, blankets, and quilts. Property Notes: Pets are welcome at this property. This property does have wi-fi. Parking: Long driveway that is suitable for a car and trailer boat - single lock-up garage only used for fishing rods or surfboards (no car use). Lift: No 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 - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fully-fenced - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - 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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-689 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 43\_302 ## About the area Located in Nelson Bay, this vacation home is in the mountains and near the beach. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Salamander Super Strike are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Toboggan Hill Park and Pelican Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby. [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-32.71670%2C152.16092&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_ioOTlWKyAbujNF-4FbAhBeNOzA=) 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 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Shoal Bay Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as an individual femail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/667088189107298304/3f004d7a-8026-4ddb-9aaa-ecfc002371b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shoal Bay Beach 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Nelson Head Lighthouse showing a lighthouse as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287435/7e76a975-90f1-45c1-bd29-9b76c993d295.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nelson Head Lighthouse 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - West Nelson Bay 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay 16 min walk \- 1.4 km ### Getting around - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar 17 min walk - Magnolia. 3 min drive - Atmos 19 min walk - In House Kitchen 3 min drive - Seabreeze Hotel 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking? ### What time is check-out at Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking? ### Where is Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rubys Retreat, 44 Achilles Street - pet friendly, aircon, wifi & boat parking Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 7 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### garry m. Nov 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Mitchell's We booked the house originally as it was pet friendly and the photos and description of the house. Unfortunately our 17y old Maltees passed away 2 weeks prior to us leaving to go to the house. The house expectations ##### garry m. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### mike d. Aug 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice place Very homely good private garden for dogs plenty of room ##### mike d. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn B. Aug 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and private good yard for my dogs had verything I needed Clean, secure perfect for my dogs, central to what I wanted and very private ##### Robyn B. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lexie M. Jun 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect short stay Lovely little house. Comfortable and nice neighbourhood. We stayed with two small dogs. Feel so lucky this property is pet friendly. ##### Lexie M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Loren M. Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location We stayed at this property in winter. The property was full of light, warm and comfortable. The location was excellent. Walk to the beach and cafes / restaurants. Short drive to a beautiful, off lead dog beach. ##### Loren M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vladimir G. Apr 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very good Good location. Clean house. Close to any activities. ##### Vladimir G. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kate M. Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Felt like home This beach cottage is comfortable and accommodating. If you love walking, you can walk everywhere from here. We hardly used the car except for shopping. Great swims at Shoal Bay. Shoal bay shops are a 15-20 min flat walk through the reserve and beside the bay, Nelson Bay a 30 min walk. Mostly flat. The only down side was the kitchen facilities were a bit light on, with no pantry items at all (bring salt etc) or washing up stuff. I would also suggest you bring sharp knives and a good pan. Apart from this a wonderful stay, very clean and comfortable. ##### Kate M. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark S. Jun 12, 2019 #### Nice place but.... The property was beautifully appointed. Clean and tidy on arrival. But...it is not boat friendly as advertised. Maybe boat friendly for a very small tinny. We had to park ours out the front. This property is managed by a real estate agent so the personal touch from the owner is missing. But a great place to stay otherwise. ##### Mark S. Stayed 9 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriela N. Jul 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience We loved our stay at Ruby’s Retreat! Loved the property, very clean, well maintained, lovely backyard. We will be back! ##### Gabriela N. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Lexie M. Jun 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Reasonable location, good property. Our dogs could not walk on beach. Disappointing. Fairly easy process, had some hiccups with receiving email links and we had 2 dogs, only one noted on form. Otherwise pretty good. ##### Lexie M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dijana G. Jan 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great holiday place ! Love the house nice and clean close to the beach and shopping nice backyard and clean kids loved it great outdoor space for dining in summer time really had a great time would recommend to anyone . ##### dijana G.