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The Beach Shack on Wanda - Brand New Beachfront Luxury

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Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Salamander Bay, New South Wales
  • Popular LocationHorizons Golf Resort4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAnchorage Marina Port Stephens5 min drive
  • Popular LocationNelson Bay Golf Club10 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)73 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Beach Shack on Wanda - Brand New Beachfront Luxury

Experience the quintessential Aussie beachfront holiday at The Beach Shack on Wanda. The views over the glistening harbour and straight out the heads to the ocean beyond are truly spectacular. The beautiful, long, sweeping beach has golden sands and calm water. A short walk up the beach is a delightful children’s playground and stroll in the other direction to fish off the jetty or dine at Rick Stein Restaurant. The children will spend hours swimming in the water, digging in the sand and playing games on the beach or grassy reserve.

This holiday home has impeccable finishes, furnishings and decor. Inspired by its blessed beach-front position, the cottage has classic coastal chic styling and a relaxed Hampton's vibe. There’s a hardwood deck at both the front and back of the property. The deck overlooking the beach and water features comfy outdoor furniture and a Weber BBQ. The open plan kitchen, dining and lounge room all look out, through floor to ceiling/wall to wall glass, to the sparkling blue water of the bay and open onto the decks.

The Beach Shack is ideal for two couples to share or a family with up to four children. The master bedroom has a king sized bed, TV, opens onto the deck and enjoys the wonderful beach and water views. The second bedroom also opens onto the deck and takes in the glorious ocean views, has zip-bed, meaning it can be separated into two extra long single beds or be joined to make a full sized king bed. The lounge room has a sofa bed suitable for two children.

The Beach Shack on Wanda is on an oversized block of land allowing plenty of off street parking for cars and room at the side of the cottage for a boat. Every room has a split system air conditioner and louvred windows to take advantage of the lovely sea breezes, and ceiling fans. There’s an outdoor hot/cold shower and even the original outside toilet, both handy for sandy beach bodies. The suburb’s local shops are only a couple of minutes drive away and include all the essentials, like small supermarket, bottle shop, chemist, butcher, cafe and the area’s best fish’n’chip shop - Salt Mine.

The home is in close proximity to all the wonderful attractions and activities Port Stephens has to offer. Nelson Bay’s town centre, is only a 10 minute drive away, as is the popular D’Albora Marina, where you can hop on a dolphin or whale watching cruise or stop into the fresh seafood markets.

Stay Port Stephens works with The Bay Butler.
Some of the luxuries you can enjoy are Platter/Boards, BBQ Packs, Picnics, Breakfast Boxes which can be added when you complete you Guest Agreement. Additional costs apply.

LINEN & TOWELS ARE SUPPLIED and the beds are made with quality white linen. Doonas (with decorative covers), blankets and pillows are also supplied.

BOND - a refundable bond of $1000 that is due 14 days prior to your arrival date and refunded 3 - 5 days after your departure.

BEDDING CONFIGURATION - ACCOMMODATES MAXIMUM 6.
OPTION 1 - 1 King, 2 extra-long singles
OPTION 2 - 2 King

Additional costs when booking:
- Sofa Bed $100 will be automatically added with bookings of 4+
- Porta Cot -$50

CANCELLATIONS - Booking Fee is not refundable ($100 to $140). Please refer to terms and conditions for full cancellation policy. Airbnb Guests please refer to Airbnb's policies.

PROPERTY SUITABLE FOR groups over the age of 25 and or family groups only.

NO NOISE - The property is in a quiet residential area which is noise sensitive. Any noise after dark that causes neighbours to complain may result in the loss of your bond.

NO VISITORS - We have a strict policy in relation to 'visitors' to the property. A fee of $500 per head will be charged if additional people are found at the property that are over and above the number of beds at the property or guests not registered.

PLEASE NOTE: PARTIES, FUNCTIONS, WEDDINGS (WEDDING RELATED), GRADUATES and or SCHOOLIES/TEENAGER bookings are not accepted.

T & C - We recommend reading our full Terms and Conditions prior to booking.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property registration number 852

About the area

Salamander Bay

Located in Salamander Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Soldiers Point Marina and Horizons Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gir-um-bit National Park and Bushy Island Nature Reserve. Salamander Super Strike and Fly Point Marine Reserve are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Salamander Bay, New South Wales

What's nearby

  • Salamander Bay - 1 min walk
  • Horizons Golf Resort - 4 min drive
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 5 min drive
  • Salamander Bay Square - 6 min drive
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salamander Tavern - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Oceanic Chinese Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • KFC - 5 min drive
  • Subway - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Beach Shack on Wanda - Brand New Beachfront Luxury pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Beach Shack on Wanda - Brand New Beachfront Luxury?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Beach Shack on Wanda - Brand New Beachfront Luxury?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Beach Shack on Wanda - Brand New Beachfront Luxury located?

Nestled on the beach, this Salamander Bay holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Salamander Bay, Soldiers Point Beach and Salamander Bay Beach. Soldiers Point Marina and Gir-um-bit National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Irvine, NA

Incredible place to stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family enjoyed our Easter long weekend at the Beach Shack. The house itself is absolutely stunning, from the furniture to the style and landscaping. You can tell they’ve really gone above and beyond with the extras and was lovely to see lots of artwork and other bits and pieces from local businesses. The place was spotless, no dust or dirt - everything just felt and looked clean. Great location and loved that it was right on the water. We can’t wait to stay here again and will be recommending to others.

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Enjoyed watching the kite, para and sail boarders zipping past. Great location, comfortable beds, appliances all modern.
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Quakers Hill, NSW

Great uninterrupted views
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent property for a small amount of guests. Property being so close to the beach does make it a little less private. Property was very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ‘shack’ in a great location
Beautifully appointed, large rooms. Right on the bay, short walk to park and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Amanda M.

Beach Shack on Wanda
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Being our fourth stay at the Beach Shack we were very familiar with the property and surrounding area. It’s infact a favourite of our families hence why we’ve returned so many times. It’s unfortunate to see that the cleanliness of the property was not up to the standard you would expect when paying a premium price. Windows were dirty, the previous guests laundry was still in the washer/dryer, coffee pods were left in the coffee machine, children’s stickers were placed randomly around the property and both the clock and hairdryer were missing. A general wear and tear is expected however these examples seemed that there is some amount of neglect from cleaners. The location is incredible and the beds were super comfy but it was disappointing to see the lack of attention to detail which we were used to seeing.

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