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A Bay Sensation - Simplify & Purify your Thoughts

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Marina
Marina
Beach
Beach
Children's area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Nelson Bay, NSW
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • West Nelson Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Double bed

1 Double Bed

King size

1 King Bed

Single

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Bay Sensation - Simplify & Purify your Thoughts

"A Bay Sensation" is a charming little three bedroom house in a fantastic and very convenient part of Nelson Bay.
Located in a friendly and quiet street with just 5 minutes drive to the calm waters of Little Beach, which is perfect for children, and of course the Boat Ramp and Jetty. Just a 10 minute walk to the skate park and Fly Point Reserve and the waters edge, where you will find grassy picnic areas, public BBQ's, public facilities, and a playground for the kids.
Positioned just a few minutes to the Golf course and Nelson Bay CBD and the DÁlboras Marina, where all the whale watching, dolphin and fishing tours and activities depart from, and where all the fantastic restaurants, cafes and shops are located.

The property accommodates up to five guests including children, and features three bedrooms, a comfortable open plan living area with polished floorboards.
Air conditioning in the main living area and ceiling fans throughout the house.

Three bedrooms, main with king bed, second bedroom with a double bed and the third with a single bed.
Bedroom 1 - King Bed
Bedroom 2 - Double Bed
Bedroom 3 - Single bed with trundle

The bathroom comes with a shower, bath and a vanity and a separate toilet.
Very eco-friendly house with Solar electricity and Solar hot water.
Other features include an internal laundry with top loading washing machine, dryer and access to the rear yard.

A fully enclosed back yard with a sheltered outdoor entertaining area with a 4 burner BBQ and a 6 seat outdoor setting, and a HOT and COLD outdoor shower.

A driveway for one or two vehicles and off street car spaces for two vehicles or suitable to park a small to medium boat, jet ski or trailer.

Please note - The initial bed linen, bath towels, pillows and covers will be provided. Extra requests will be charged for a fee of $30 per set.

Guests will still need to bring their own beach towels.

PLEASE NOTE - This property has a No Schoolies, No Parties and No Pets policy.

Property manager

KEVIN DRUMMOND
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number 2315, PID-STRA-10633

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nelson Bay

Located in Nelson Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tomaree National Park and Fly Point Marine Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Toboggan Hill Park and Salamander Super Strike. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Nelson Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KIN - Cafe & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Blueys - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bub's Fish & Chips - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Little Nel Cafe - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Bay Sensation - Simplify & Purify your Thoughts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Bay Sensation - Simplify & Purify your Thoughts?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Bay Sensation - Simplify & Purify your Thoughts?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Bay Sensation - Simplify & Purify your Thoughts located?

This family-friendly Nelson Bay holiday home is located on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Tomaree National Park, Fly Point Marine Reserve and West Nelson Bay. Nelson Bay Golf Club and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Subhrajyoti S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good value and superb place

Good value and superb place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

A nice quiet spot with plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Beach Escape

A beautiful cottage with lots of room and amenities in a perfect location for going to the beach, shops, cafes and local scenic spots.Very comfortable and well appointed and great value: we loved our stay!Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emmi Jane C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Effective for a quick family stay

Check in was easy , place was close to shops and the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great staying

Place is great and close to amenities. Corner house. House is old style but nice and clean. Can get noise from street and neighbours apart from that all good.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

Nice house, clean and quiet, good proximity to beaches and nosheries
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Value

Clean and good value , Great communication with Owner
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Really lovely place; and close to a kid friendly beach little beach. Close to town and the Marina. The place is exactly as described. I stayed here for my birthday weekend with my friend her fanily and my little one. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family get away

Perfect size family home. Central location with plenty of street parking. If travelling with an infant you will need to take a travel cot. Very neat and tidy home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jachline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely big roomy house

Nothing fancy, but everything we needed with lots of room. Great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dharmesh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Good spacious house
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohit J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to Stay

Location and facilities as per expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

We had a great enjoyable time at the property
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great stay. Property had everything, was clean and conveniently located. Kevin was friendly and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Omar a., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place close to the bay

The property was clean, well maintained and had everything to make our stay comfortable. Its location close to Nelson Bay and many beaches was a big plus. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family space

Plenty of room in this tidy 3 bdr house. Short drive to beaches or town centre. Everything we needed for a comfortable family holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family holiday, great location

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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good freestanding house

Good value option over Easter long weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Rowena F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

Had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value for money

House in good position and has a lovely homey vibe, good fridge, laundry and dry. Was some issues but property owner easy to chat to, lovely couple.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfortable. Close to town centre. Peaceful location.

Great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

sue s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Had a nice stay here but a few too many rules in your face around the house considering the money I paid for the stay. Bed was nice and comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Very enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Yeshika R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Thanks, we enjoyed our stay at your property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ivica k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini Getaway

We enjoyed our stay, the property had all the amenities we required. Kevin was very helpful and contactable. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by KEVIN DRUMMOND

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests