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Shoal Bay holiday rentals start at $170 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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220 of Shoal Bay holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Shoal Bay stays receive an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 from guests
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Lautus Nelson Bay
Lautus - luxe in Latin. The perfect description of this beautiful space by the bay at stunning Nelson Bay. Centrally located within the Mantra Aqua Resort, Lautus offers a well appointed large courtyard for you to enjoy on a summers night. Guests are able to enjoy all that the Mantra has to offer with guest access to the communal bbq area with resort style solar heated pool. The town offers many cafes and restaurants all within a short stroll of the apartment. I hope to see you soon. Melissa

Romantic Oasis - Marina, Beaches, Coastal Walk
Relax in your own romantic oasis with a queen bedroom, private bathroom with freestanding bath and shower, a separate study/ studio with work area, and a kitchenette and laundry. Lounge in comfort in the spacious living room opening onto a large sunny deck overlooking the luscious native garden. Everything is provided for your comfort, including a light continental breakfast, coffee, tea and snacks, fluffy robes top quality bedding, sheets and towels. Beach chairs, umbrella and towels provided.

"Blue Abbey" renovated 3br home in Shoal Bay
Relaxed & coastal feel, our beach house will have you feeling at home in no time Fully renovated & furnished with new kitchen, bathrooms, paint, flooring & new beds for a great sleep after a day of swimming or hiking Mt Tomaree Short walk to beaches, boat ramp, shops, parks, walking & bike tracks, restaurants, bars & dolphins galore Fully equipped kitchen for cooking. Internal laundry & clothes line Nightly rate includes cleaning and the beds made for you with fresh linen & bathroom towels

Shoal Bay Quiet Villa 300m Beach Restaurants Shops
300m to the beautiful Shoal Bay Beach, single level newly renovated villa in a small complex of 3. Parking at your door. Great position for walking, cycling, golfing, SUP & kayaking. Easy 3 minute stroll to the beautiful iconic Shoal Bay Beach, restaurants & amenities. Easy storage for bicycles, kayaks, SUP boards in the garage. Table and bench seats outside for dining. Bus from Sydney or Newcastle Airport to Shoal Bay making this holiday available for those travelling without a car.

Isla Villa Beach House - Shoal Bay
• 2025 Airbnb Australian Host Awards - Finalist: Best Family Friendly Stay • A large resort style house with a heated salt water pool, fire place and ducted air. This spacious home is situated in an ideal location in stunning Shoal Bay. The shopping and restaurant strip (including Shoal Bay Country Club) is just a ten min walk away. Wreck Beach is a short stroll from the backyard of the property. Mt Tomaree as well as Zenith and Box Beach can also be accessed by foot from the backyard.

Villa Jol’ Shoal Bay | 5mins to beach | King beds
Newly renovated boutique 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom accommodation located in the heart of Shoal Bay. > a short 5 min stroll to Shoal Bay Beach, cafes & restaurants > 10 min walk to Zenith Beach > 2 bicycles, beach umbrella and beach cart available > free wifi & streaming services > comfortable king size beds > on-site parking > water views If you are looking for a relaxing beachside getaway where you instantly get that "holiday feeling" then Villa Jol' is for you.

Bahia at Shoal Bay
Feel right at home in a light, bright and airy space at Bahia! The apartment is situated in a beautifully maintained complex and the water view from the balcony will win your heart. Take a 5 minute walk to an array of dining and shopping options or to dip your toes in the sparkling water of Shoal Bay. Feeling adventurous? Climb Mt Tomaree for a spectacular view or take the car and immerse yourself in any number of adventures or activities nearby.

"The View" Waterfront Apartment Shoal Bay
Early check in if available (otherwise 4pm), and 1pm late checkout. 15% discount for weekly bookings. "The View" Waterfront Apartment is a privately owned unit within the Ramada complex. Metres from cafes, restaurants, late night weekend entertainment & the beach. Sleeps 4 (1 King bed, 1 Double sofa bed) All linen provided. Reserved undercover parking, spa bath, kitchen & laundry, Cappuccino machine, Aircon, Free WiFi, Free Netflix, Non-Smoking.

Swimmers Rest, classic beach house, dog friendly
Swimmers Rest is a retro, colourful beach house harking back to childhood holidays by the sea, but with modern comfortable amenities. The house has two indoor living areas, three outdoor zones, high ceilings, lots of light & has been thoughtfully & sustainably decorated. It has easy access to stunning beaches and great bushwalks. Small dogs welcome, but check with us first. The emphasis at Swimmers’ Rest is to slow down, kick back and enjoy!

Bill's
My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, and families (with kids). The property has been our family holiday home for many years. The kitchen is very well equipped for big family dinners. We are not big on electronic entertainment , only an amazing view to keep you occupied! The property is older style which is reflected in the price. Our first floor apartment is very spacious and comfortable .

Awesome views - level access - close to everything
Enjoy this beautiful water vista from an elevated location with level access to your accommodation and parking. Only a short stroll to Fly Point beach and Nelson Bay village. Offering a generous balcony with fantastic water views and stunning sunsets and dolphins will swim by. The balcony has a gate so it is safe for kids and dogs. 2 bedrooms, 1 with a Queen bed, second with 2 King singles.

Shoal Bay Water Views (1 night stays available)
A spacious 2 bedroom apartment with amazing views of Shoal Bay Beach and a short walk to Little Beach. You can walk to the RSL for dinner or a quick drive into Nelson Bay to check out the Marina. 2 queen beds, basic linen provided, perfect for couples. I allow one night stays as well. Recently installed split system A/C. Note: Host cancellation policy for this listing is set to Strict.
Popular amenities for Shoal Bay family-friendly rentals
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Stockton at the Bay

The Deckhouse

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Cool Change 11 Guests-400mtres to D'albora Marinas

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The Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach

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House Dalton St Nelson bay 2min walk to shops

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Anchored in the Bay @ Shoal Bay

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‘The Med’ at Bianco on Shoal - 3 Bedroom escape

Turtle Beach Cottage

Winter Heated Pool | 2BR+Bunks Premium Family Apt

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Hawks Nest Forest House with a pool

Poplars Apt - Stunning Views, Aircon, Wifi, Pool

Illaroo House

Family / Golf Getaway, Medowie Port Stephens
When is the best time to visit Shoal Bay?
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| Avg. price | $647 NZD | $482 NZD | $504 NZD | $533 NZD | $466 NZD | $419 NZD | $446 NZD | $439 NZD | $443 NZD | $482 NZD | $470 NZD | $642 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C | 12°C | 13°C | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C | 22°C |
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