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Bateau Bay Beach Retreat

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Bateau Bay, NSW
  • Place, Wyrrabalong National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bateau Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Crackneck Lookout
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bateau Bay Beach Retreat

Ocean Walk to beach and famous crackneck lookout. 2 bedrooms and retreat lower level house. Large front verandah overlooking views. Private pool and gardens in bushland setting. Enjoy a bath with garden view in newly decorated. bathroom. Full kitchen. Furnished with original artwork. Linen supplied. Front and back gardens for your enjoyment. Walking distance to great coffee shops and restaurants.

Many other wonderful beaches in walking distance or small drive

Check out Nearby Shelly Beach with great restaurant.

Spoon Bay near Foresters.

Popular day trip to wineries or boat trips.

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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

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-3789, 2261
Property # 9272402
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bateau Bay

Bateau Bay is home to this holiday home. Ken Duncan Gallery and Gosford Regional Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Norah Head Lighthouse and Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum. Ready for a night out? Consider Davistown RSL Club and The Ettalong Beach Cabana. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Bateau Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Wyrrabalong National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bateau Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wandella Avenue Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crackneck Lookout - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Shelly Beach Beaches - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Ourimbah Station - 19 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Cod - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Entrance Leagues Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bateau Bay Beach Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bateau Bay Beach Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bateau Bay Beach Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bateau Bay Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bateau Bay Beach Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bateau Bay Beach Retreat located?

Situated in Bateau Bay, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wyrrabalong National Park and Bateau Bay Beach. Crackneck Lookout and Shelly Beach Beaches are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

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

Well located quiet spot short walk to beach

Great location, multiple spaces, all you need and lovely towels/bathroom products supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2024
Thanks Kate for your kind review. A pleasure to have you. Bateau Bay Beach Retreat Gwendoline.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

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

Excellent getaway retreat

We had a wonderful relaxing stay. Owner was very nice and accommodating. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2023
Thanks Pamela. Lovely to meet you and your husband. Do hope you come again soon. Warm regards. Gwendoline
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg & Susan B.

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

Bateau Bay Xmas Holiday

Had a great time at this property and Gwen was a lovely host. Perfect location for walks and close to the beach. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan-Arvin B.

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

Awesome place

Highly recommended. The place was great, spacious anf cozy. Loved the pool. The host was super kind and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Great guests. Very considerate and easy to communicate Hope to see them again soon. Gwendoline
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K C.

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

Back to nature

Lovely place and very quiet listening to the birds. Owners are very caring and made our holiday really comfortable. Bush setting and lots of shade to beat the heat.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
Thank you for staying with us and look forward to hosting you in the future. Best wishes Bateau Bay Beach Retreat. Gwendoline.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Perfect peaceful retreat

Wonderful experience from start to finish. Wonderful host, beautiful beaches, town and house. Privacy and serenity! what more could you what in a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bek H.

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

So great!

We had an amazing stay at this place in Bateau Bay! The location is perfect—quiet and peaceful, with the soothing sounds of waves and birds in the background. Cafes within walking distance, the coast track walk literally across the road where we could also sit and watch whales. It really felt like a little slice of paradise. The place itself was cozy and welcoming, offering the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Wonderful stay in a wonderful location

We spent 4 nights in this lovely comfortable character cosy home which is in a quiet bush setting. Though it rained a lot it’s a place you can happily just be in. With the beach and bush at the doorstep we didn’t let the rain stop us! Swimming and walking was really fun and afterwards we loved using the hot outdoor shower to rinse off. Shops and cafes are close by too.Can happily recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

maggie h.

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

Great family house

The house was beautiful. Location was convenient, very close to the mall. The kids loved the pool. The bathroom has a free standing bath, amazing. Would love to come back again. Thank you Gwen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was lovely! Owner Gwen is so welcoming and helpful, when we had an issue with the rental car she graciously picked us up at the train station. The house had everything we needed and we got groceries and cooked there. The Balinese feel was lovely and the beds comfy!Pool was too cold for us but lovely, we walked to the beach and that was a short walk downhill - bit of a trek up! Would recommend having a car as Uber were a bit more here. The Beach was spectacular and when in the home, we had privacy and relaxation. The main road had a bus that was easy to use and catch. Gwen was a wonderful host and we would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2025
Pleasure to have you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful

This house is absolutely beautiful and has everything you could need even down to the smallest details, we choose this property due to it being very close to my brother and my parents were over from the uk, we all had the best time playing in a very clean pool, I will definitely be visiting this property again, Gwen was so accommodating and checked in on us by phone a few times through the week, thank you for a great holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2022
Thank you Stacey. Pleasure to have you stay and thanks for being great guests. Thanks also for your wonderful review and we do hope you come back soon. Warm regards. Gwen
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Clarissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

No privacy

I wish i knew that the owner lived upstairs & we would be judged & monitered everything we did. It did not say in the listing that you would be sharing the place with her. I Was told it wasn't a party house when i had the childrens father & uncle arrive for a visit, & then asked to ask them to leave within 5 minutes of arrival. Not recommended for young families or people who like privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadia A.

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

Amazing place and amazing host

What an amazing time we had. It was so relaxing and the property had everything, so we could stay in if we wanted to or we could go out. It was close to amenities. And Gwendoline was just the loveliest person, she made sure we were comfortable when we checked in and throughout our stay. I will definately be coming back and also reccommending this stay to all of my friends and family. Thank you for such a lovely time Gwendoline.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

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

Beautiful Bateau Bay Getaway!

Went to Bateau Bay for a family event, the house we stayed with was absolutely lovely and fantastic. Suited all our needs - the styling inside was Thai/Balinese inspired and really made you feel the holiday vibe! Surrounded by nature, and just across the road from the beach & the lookout - always something to do, or to just relax! Walking distance from a great cafe. Owner was very friendly and accommodating. Had an amazing experience here, highly recommended and would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benedicte C.

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

Amazing stay

We had a fantastic time in Gwendoline' s place. It was sparkling clean, very quiet and very well equipped. The swimming pool was amazing The location is great, just a short walk to the beach and easy drive to all the amazing locations that the Central Coast offers Gwendoline was a fantastic host, we definitely recommend this place to stay and would love to come back
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stay in Bateau Bay

Very nice place, the photos don't do the place justice. Short walk to the beach and nature trails all around. We stayed for a week put would be loved to have had two. Gwen met us on arrival and was very helpful and friendly throughout. No hesitation in recommending this place and the area more generally.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Natalie C.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 December 2025
Thanks for your response. Happy to recommend you to future hosts. Gwen Harrigan

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