Beachfront holiday rental in Shoal Bay

Loved every minute of our stay! The house was stocked with everything we could have needed, bbq, beach and paddle boards for the bay. Thank you to our wonderful hosts.

Our stay at the Redhead Beach House was fantastic. The house itself was well designed, spacious, clean and beautifully decorated. We were welcomed with a platter and wine waiting for us and everything was well stocked and easy to find. Great selection of board games, table tennis and arcade game meant there was plenty to do when we were at the house. The area was beautiful and quiet. A great beach over the road - both our 11 year old daughter and our dog loved it! Overall, I would highly recommend. Thank you Natalie and Collin for your hospitality.

We had a really comfortable stay in Warwick's apartment. Everything is as described, great location, quiet, easy, and Warwick is great to deal with. Even though it's freezing outside the apartment stays warm. Would stay again.

We had a great experience. The place was lovely and clean, with beautiful water views that made the stay even more relaxing. There was plenty of space, which made it perfect for unwinding and feeling at home. Overall, it was a comfortable and enjoyable stay. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful and spacious getaway.

Wow, what a property! Absolutely beautiful and so well designed. Perfect for 2 couples and the location is fantastic. We all said we could live there….just beautiful. Thank you Melissa and Tony it was perfection!

This house is in a fantastic location with a terrific view. The layout of the house was perfect for our family of 5 and we quickly felt right at home.

Elizabeth’s loft is just perfect - and she is a wonderful and really helpful host. The space is super clean and comfortable and it has everything you might need, including a well-equipped kitchen and a work desk if you’re in town for business. The location is simply superb being so close to the beach, the best ocean baths ever, great coffee, yoga (at the surf club a short walk away) and the list goes on. Loved my stay!

10 stars! The longer you stay in Keran’s studio (and Newcastle) the longer you will want to stay. As frequent airbnb’ers we SO appreciate the considerate built-in storage spaces, HOOKS (!), all the kitchen supplies needed to cook meals, etc.! Keran spoiled us: cheeses, fruit, butter, gluten free crackers (she asked about dietary requirements!), OJ and more. Any anxiety about lack of outdoor space was quelled by a cute cozy basement style patio and the fact that Newcastle Beach and its shaded chill spaces is only a few minutes’ walk away. I have to mention the bathroom which had the most sophisticated lighting I have seen. Plus a great shower, just bring your shampoo. Public transport is nearby but we were happy to have a car to explore and traffic was a non-issue. Smaller car is best. Restaurants in walking distance as well as ocean pools (a must!). Best grocery stores by car. We met Keran who was great about checking in w/us and suggestions. She lives above in this historic complex.

Absolutely magic. The location is next-level — peaceful, private… and those views! Aside from the property being spotless, beautifully styled and with every amenity you could possibly want, Andrea made us feel genuinely cared for from the moment we booked. Incredible communication, fresh sourdough from a local bakery on arrival and our groceries picked up and unpacked for us — the greatest luxury! We travelled in late Autumn, but that didn’t stop us swimming in the beautifully heated pool and curling up on the balcony with blankets. The board games were such a fun way to spend our evenings and the dog treats and beds had our pups feeling like royalty. We will absolutely be back. Thank you so much for all of your care during our stay Andrea!

Great overnight stay. The lady in reception was very welcoming and informative. Clean and quiet. Will be back.

Fabulous place to stay - beautiful location - fabulous water views from each of the bedrooms at the back of the house - great family vacation house with everything you need - would highly recommend it

Narelle’s place is situated perfectly 2 mins walk from beautiful Little Beach and other attractions/activities in this area of Port Stephens. The apartment was beautiful and spotless with a fully stocked kitchen with everything you may possibly need as well as games and rackets for the tennis court. Parking was available on site. Additionally Narelle was quick to respond to any queries I had. I would definitely recommend Narelle’s place. I wish I could’ve stayed longer.

The Love Nest is truly a love nest. Both my husband and I absolutely adored our time in Kristins special sanctuary. It is so well equipped with everything you need and right across from the beach. The sounds of the birds and waves are truly magic from both the balcony and inside. We cant wait to come back as was an exception stay. Our gratitude.

Great location - so close to the beach. You can tell Lara has put a lot of thought into the airbnb. There is great finishing, the pool is lovely, aircon, nice appliances and lots of light. We will definitely be back!

We had a fantastic stay in this apartment! The views of Fingal Bay were absolutely spectacular, and the short walk to the beach made it even better. We loved having the little grocery store and cafés just downstairs—so convenient. The underground parking and elevator access straight to the second-floor apartment were a huge plus. The large covered balcony was perfect for relaxing, and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed. We also appreciated how peaceful the area was while still being close to amenities. The only minor issue was sometimes the buses will idle at the bus stop near the apartment and if you have your doors open it can be a bit loud. But it’s only a couple of times per day we noticed it. Definitely recommend the apartment.

This was such a peaceful, relaxing stay. We loved the views and the rainbow lorikeets that visited of an afternoon! My partner and I were travelling on our honeymoon and this is such a phenomenal space that has been created, with a luxurious feel and stunning views, with lots of great places to see, restaurant and cafes to visit! Mitch recommended some things to do and places to see which was also very helpful! I would definitely recommend this space to couples travelling and would love to come back in the future!

We had a fantastic stay at Marcus and Helen's property. The decor is absolutely lovely—thoughtfully chosen and welcoming, creating a real home-away-from-home vibe. The kitchen was impressively well-stocked with everything we needed, including quality crockery and utensils. The furniture throughout the house was very comfortable, perfect for relaxing after a day out. On top of all that, the location was ideal—peaceful yet close to everything we wanted to see and do. Highly recommended!

Perfect location handy to Merewether beach, comfortable apartment with everything needed for a short stay! Cal was an excellent host!

This was a very convenient location to stay and close to the wedding we attended. Spectacular views and very comfortable unit which was great, given the weather was cold and windy and we needed a place to be warm and cozy. Conveniently located for nice walks and close to public transport. Would very happily stay there again. We received a very quick response when we phoned when the garage door was broken. Thank you Carly and Katie.

Visiting to see something at the country club. Very easy to get to. Parking was a bonus. Great location!

We had a short and enjoyable stay at Renee’s place. Loved that it was right in front of the beach and so close to shops! Would definitely come back the next time we come to Port Stephen’s :)

We really enjoyed our time at this airbnb and would absolutely recommend it. It was very homely with an incredible view!

Stephan's place is lovely. My wife loved the decor. Some very pretty touches that helps to make you feel relaxed and in a home away from home. Convenient location for what we wanted to see and do in Nelson Bay. 15 minute walk along the bay foreshore to the shopping centre and marina. Highly recommended. Hopefully we'll be back around the same time next year.

Absolutely loved our stay. It’s as beautiful as it looks!