Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek!
🌊 Saltwater at Myola – Relaxed Coastal Escape Perfect for families, couples & furry friends. Lush gardens, amazing deck and great bird life. Beach and Creek on your doorstep, yet tranquil and great for a big Chill out. Lots of books, bbq and space. Flat yard for kids or animals.
📍 Location Hidden gem in Myola – peaceful, bush-surrounded village
100m to the Creek and short stroll to the Beach
Quiet, family-friendly street with boat ramp at the end
Ferry to Huskisson (cafés, shops) just down the street
🏡 The House 3-bedroom beach-style home, tastefully decorated for comfort
Balinese-style deck – perfect for reading & relaxing
Entertaining deck – large outdoor table (seats 6) BBQ & large deck. TV, music system, lounges, Foxtel/apps and internet. Beach games/umbrella/seats and all you need for the beach.
🐶 Pet-Friendly Well-fenced yard with self-closing gate Includes dog bed, bowls, towels & hose for rinsing. Pets preferred to sleep outside (not on furniture/bedrooms) Tick prevention recommended in warmer months
🛏️ Amenities All linen included (bed, bath, beach, kitchen & pet towels)
Selection of DVDs, CDs, board games, beach games
Bikes for the beach, helmets and bike locks.
🌿 Nature & Wildlife Bushland surrounds with beautiful birds, kangaroos, and we have very native/tropical gardens
Hear the surf at night, peaceful escape from the city (2hrs from South Sydney)
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Bins are collected each Tuesday. Please put the bins out on Monday night or early Tuesday. Yellow and Red are picked up each week in January.
Pets - please pick up after you pet
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Wet Swimmers on the leather furniture
Wash sand off your feet and leave shoes at the door and please pick up any "presents" you pet has left
Minimum age to make a booking is 21 years old.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 2540, PID-STRA-11073
Property # 9056210
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Myola
Located in Myola, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Fleet Air Arm Museum and Nowra Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nowra Aquatic Park and Shoalhaven Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Jervis Bay Maritime Museum and Bay & Basin Leisure Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Jervis Bay Maritime Museum - 16 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Berry Station - 40 min drive
Restaurants
The Huskisson on Jervis Bay - 31 min drive
The Salty Crab - 32 min drive
Callala Family Pizza - 7 min drive
The Local Jervis Bay - 34 min drive
Silver Spoon Vincentia - 32 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek!?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek! on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$463, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Myola, quiet and a perfect place for a relaxIng time near the beach and Creek! located?
This family-friendly Myola holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Jervis Bay Marine Park and Callala Beach. Jervis Bay and Huskisson Wharf are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was a great time for us a family. Lorriane is a great host. Well worth it!
Diana V.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2025
Thank you Diana, it was a pleasure to be your host. Thank you for choosing us and I look forward to you staying with us again.
Happy New Year to to all. Appreciate your support. All the best for 2026, lorraine and Clive
We had a great time in Lorraine‘s holiday house in Myola. Despite the rain we made great use of „our“ beach and appreciated the bikes that we could use. Next time we come better equipped with kayaks/SUPs to investigate the creek and its resident dolphins! Unless you are planning to cook gourmet meals, IGA in Callala Bay has everything that is needed, just a short drive from the house.Thank you Lorraine!
Elisabeth K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2026
Hi Elisabeth
Thank you for your positive review and for leaving Saltwater so clean and tidy.
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and that you filled your time well given the weather.
Many thanks, you are welcome back anytime.
Lorraine
Archival
8/10 Good
12 April 2015
Fantastic
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The owner did fantastic job of keeping the property clean and was available to help out even during Easter holiday period!
We had the most wonderful stay over Easter, the property was perfect for a relaxing and fun-filled break. Our host, Lorraine, was absolutely amazing, incredibly thoughtful and attentive, she made sure everything was just right from the moment we arrived. Even a little gift of easter eggs in our bedrooms!We especially loved riding the bikes and walking along the beach with our dogs, such perfect spot to unwind and explore. Every detail had been considered to make our stay comfortable and memorable.Thank you, Lorraine, for your generous hospitality — we’ll definitely be back!
Ilona S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2025
Thank you for your kind words Ilona. It was a pleasure to have you stay at Saltwater, we love the seclusion here.
Would love to have you back!
Warm regards
Lorraine
We had an amazing time at Myola. The house has absolutely everything you could ask for. Just pack your clothes. It is in a quiet street away from the hustle and bustle of the main areas which we loved. All are easily accessible. Lorraine is the best host I’ve ever met. Friendly and quick to respond. She really cares and goes above and beyond. You couldn’t ask for a better host. We will be back. Thank you
Niki T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2025
Amazing Niki! So pleased you enjoyed your stay… you are welcomed back anytime.
Thank you for your kind words.
Lorraine
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ELIZABETH C.
3 January 2019
Very Special House
What a wonderful holiday house in a wonderful area - the beach down the end of the street is perhaps one of the best you will ever come across. I have never known an owner to put such an effort into everything - right down to the Chrissy Decorations. There were plenty of places to sit and enjoy the wildlife and the peace and quiet. Our dog was made to feel very welcome. We will certainly be returning - next time staying longer - 4 days in not enough. Thank you Lorraine
ELIZABETH C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you Elizabeth for you kind words. It was our pleasure to have you stay at Saltwater and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your time with us. Myola is still a unique little place although a bit busier these days at holiday times. Come back and stay when the crowds have gone, I'm sure you will enjoy it even more!
Many thanks, Lorraine
We were impressed with Saltwater from the moment we arrived. Bright and homely, very clean and lots of creature comforts. Our kids loved the teen retreat and challenged us to more than a few table tennis games. Our dogs loved the big garden and extra doggy comforts. Lorraine was contactable throughout our stay and helped so much. Myola is a quiet little town with great access to beaches close by. Highly recommended! Thanks Lorraine! You went above and beyond.
Tanya P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 December 2020
Thanks Tayna for your lovely comments! Delighted that you felt comfortable and enjoyed the space we have. Myola is such a unique spot and a great place to chill out after such a year.
Have a wonderful Christmas and we hope to see you in 2021....
Many thanks Lorraine and Clive
From the moment we booked, Lorraine was very communicative and gave us all the info we’d need for our stay. We were very much looking forward to our weeklong stay and we certainly were not disappointed.
Saltwater is a lovely, clean and well appointed beach house with everything one could need. The spacious double garage converted to a great teenager’s retreat was also impressive. The fusball and table tennis tables got a decent workout.
Don’t need to mention how close to beaches, fishing, etc is and there is a dog beach close by. There is also a good pizza place in Callahan Bay that delivers as well as an IGA.
Our lab loved the place too and appreciated the bed, bowl and beach towel that had been prepared for her too.
I asked my 10yo son to tell me what he thought of our stay and he said “beautiful”, “awesome”, and “amazing” lol
Look forward to returning at some point.
Tom B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2021
Hi Tom
Thank you for your kind words! So happy you all had a great time and made the most of everything.
Quincy and Ruby hit it off, two Choc Labs so cute together! Love to have you stay again.....anytime!
Regards Lorraine and Clive
Myola is a beautiful, peaceful spot away from the crowds of Jervis Bay tourist areas. The house is situated a short walk to the dog friendly beach in one direction & boat ramp in the other.
Local shops are Callala (5 min drive) or Nowra (30 min drive) for larger shops & supermarkets.
Saltwater is situated on the main road but set back from the street so the house is very quiet. The garden is very tranquil with a plethora of bird life. There is plenty of undercover outdoor seating which was great for us as the weather wasn't great during our stay!
I loved relaxing on the Balinese lounge with a book & cup of tea, listening to the wind in the treetops & waves in background.
The house was clean & comfortable with good sized bedrooms & plenty of storage for your luggage. The kitchen was well stocked with all mod cons, however there was limited space to put pantry items away.
There is also the teen retreat in the converted garage with additional beds for your independent kids + table tennis & fusball table.
Lorraine was fantastic! From the moment we booked to the day of our departure she was in contact or available if we had any questions. We have already booked for next year :D
Thank you Lorraine & Clive for making our holiday so easy xx
Myola is very quiet compared to some of the other places on the bay and the coast. We enjoyed walking on the beach, bush walks and cycling the numerous forest tracks.
Overall property was great and owner was fantastic went it came to communication. She could not have been more helpful. I liked the fact the property was off the beaten track - we stayed there during the January school holidays and it was great to be away from all the crowds. My tip - get a Woolworths delivery the day you arrive. Not a lot of shops around and the local IGA definitely has 'tourist prices'.
We stayed at Saltwater for two nights over a lovely weekend, two couples plus a 4-year old girl and a dog. We had a lovely relaxing time.
Saltwater is a perfect little beach house. It has a beautiful garden with big leafy plants, very well kept. You can tell a lot of work goes into keeping it this nice.
The outside deck is very comfortable with a large comfortable table and comfy chairs. The inside of the house was just as nice, very clean and lovely with a lovely beachy decor. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay from fluffy towels, to a well equipped kitchen.
The area is beautiful. The beach, which is a short distance away, is absolutely stunning, and the inlet was perfect for a young child. It is a very secluded area, but also very close to Huskisson via ferry.
Lorraine went above and beyond as a host to make all of us feel welcome, including our child and our dog. She was very responsive and did everything to make our stay a wonderful experience.
Claudia K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2020
Hi Claudia
Thank you! What lovely feedback from you.
Taking the time out to comment makes everything worthwhile to us.
We hope to see you again for a longer stay, there is more to see and of course always more time to relax in our unique spot.
Kind regards
Lorraine
Saltwater is a beautiful, tranquil and excellently maintained getaway that is everything we needed. The house is surrounded by the enclosed garden which is luscious and spacious. Plenty of room for our 5 year old to play and the four legged fur baby. We had the perfect time away enjoying the creek and the dog friendly beach. Lorraine is an excellent host, her attention to detail and let of communication was wonderful.
Suzanne T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Louise M.
28 April 2019
hidden treasure
charming old-style beach house with a very considerate hostess, a real pleasure!
Louise M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peter G.
9 January 2018
excellent property and thoughtful owners
Perfect location in secluded Myola yet still only a short walk to the magnificent Callala beach. Particularly love the thoughtful touches and extras like full cold water on kitchen bench, Christmas decorations, bikes and snorkelling gear. Not to mention return of jewellery left behind! Thank you!
Peter G.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
You are very welcome Jenny and thanks for visiting us again and bringing beautiful Charlie to enjoy himself with the family. We hope to see you again in 2018,
Archival
8/10 Good
TONY A.
19 January 2017
Great property and excellent owners
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Saltwater house. Lorraine thought of everything to make sure we felt like we were at home and had all we need for a great holiday. The kids loved the retreat , loved the location and loved the bikes - had memorable rides along the beach using the bikes provided.
TONY A.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
mary p.
30 January 2015
Best holiday ever!
We stay in myola loads of holidays, but this first time renting a home there. This home is immaculate. Lorriane is very helpful, friendly and accomdating. Our family and friends plus kids loved everything about it!.. the photos currently shown doesnt show justice, its more beauitiful in person. Had everything you could ever need and more plus little extras. We will return and its worth it.
mary p.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
23 January 2013
Saltwater is such a homey, comfortable beach house. We've stayed twice over Xmas and have enjoyed ev
Saltwater is such a homey, comfortable beach house. We've stayed twice over Xmas and have enjoyed every minute!Also great as pets are allowed (not a feature of many places)Would highly recommend ;)
Archival
10/10 Excellent
23 January 2013
Great house! It had everything you needed and more in there, with plenty of games, toys and equipmen
Great house! It had everything you needed and more in there, with plenty of games, toys and equipment which entertained us all! Perfect for families, it had a lake and beach within a small walk from the house which even our 2 year old could manage!Thanks for a wonderful holiday, we will definitely be visiting again!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
23 January 2013
3 generations and a dog stayed a week, I can not think who loved it the mostThis is a beautiful plac
3 generations and a dog stayed a week, I can not think who loved it the mostThis is a beautiful place to come and get away from it all, whilst also having enough areas to find your own space.Great walks, bike rides, swimming and bird life all at the doorstep.A beautiful home tucked away from it all.Thanks, I will try to return very soon
Archival
10/10 Excellent
15 January 2013
This is a great place to stay - very convenient to the beach, creek and Husky ferry. Lorraine , the
This is a great place to stay - very convenient to the beach, creek and Husky ferry. Lorraine , the owner, was really helpful providing everything necessary for a stress-free stay. Her suggestion of a bike ride on the beach at low tide was great fun! I would recommend this property for a relaxing family getaway - including the dog.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
18 September 2012
What a fantastic set up, love the house the safe yard the retreat was a treat. I stay with my sister
What a fantastic set up, love the house the safe yard the retreat was a treat. I stay with my sister and my son and a friend + 3 little dogs which had a active fun time, the weather was amazing no rain when sydney did. ha! we had so much fun we even did a swap for 2 nites in the retreat while the boys had the house for 2 nites. would love to come again and would also love to thank the owners for such a relaxing time and well set up.
About the host
Hosted by Lorraine Ratcliffe
I'm English and came to Australia in 1999 . I started off my career in the Hotel Industry, then Travel, Recruitment, Real Estate and back to Recruitment. So I guess I am a people person! Clive and I discovered Myola on a Sunday drive looking for a property that was advertised for sale. We had stayed in Huskisson before and had found that "Husky" was too busy for us, we wanted a place to escape the "busy hum" that Sydney has. Myola is unique and is usually very peaceful (gets busy in School hols), we bought "Saltwater" 18 months later after our trop in June 2008, our Golden Lab Ollie loved the beach and we wanted a Dog friendly beach. Saltwater was a holiday home when we viewed it and we decided leave it that way, putting in a mix of old and new, keeping it relaxed and chilled with a beach theme. We have tried to keep everything like a "home from home" so that our guests can enjoy themselves and not have to bring the kitchen sink. We also have listened to our guests and made additions over the years. Compared to other places we have stayed in I believe we are well catered and we have guests re-booking year after year. Now we have Quincy, a Chocolate Lab, he loves it there too and goes a little bit crazy every time he arrives in Myola. We hope you love it there too, it is a special spot very undiscovered 12 years ago, still a little sleepy village and a place to chill/recharge.
Why they chose this property
Saltwater is on a 800 m2 fenced block, the garden is tropical with 4 Giant Bird of Paradise trees and well established plants. We also have a couple of resident Blue tongue's and its usual to see the big kangaroos running down the street! It's a beautiful area, safe swimming for the kids and plenty of space for Kayaking or Stand-up board activity. The birdlife is amazing and they come for a daily feed around 4pm. The house is set away from the street so we are lucky to have a quiet setting and a bush view from the lounge/dining. Flat block, good for kids and your fur babies. We have always been scrupulous in our cleaning practices, steam cleaning after each stay and cleaning all surfaces.
What makes this property unique
Myola is simply unique! We try to make it a home for you too with all that you need and some little extra touches that hopefully make you feel very welcomed and in a relaxed. We are being discovered and I am sure it will get busier over the next few years and the locals are saying we will be the next "Hyam's". We have a fabulous long sandy beach and beautiful spit (that Huskisson try's to steal in their marketing!) plus plenty of walking tracks and the water's edge a short distance away. You can hear the surf from the property of a morning and night as its so quiet. We have a fire pit that can be used mostly in the Autumn/Winter months as we are in a bush zone. Very much a kid friendly area and a great place to take the dog on holiday, such a shame to leave part of the family at home or in care, bring them with you!