Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay

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A living room with a television, sofa, and coffee table. There is a window with a view of trees and a painting on the wall.
A dining table with blue chairs, a bottle of water, and a glass of red wine.
A neatly made bed with white bedding and two pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a simple, modern design.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a plant, and a wicker stool with folded towels.
A modern living room with a sofa, a blue couch, a bed, and a TV. There is a bookshelf and a wall with text.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Shoal Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Nelson Bay, NSW
  • Place, Shoal Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Head Lighthouse
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, West Nelson Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

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About the area

Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay is home to this apartment. D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tomaree National Park and Fly Point Marine Reserve. Toboggan Hill Park and Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary are also worth visiting.
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Nelson Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Shoal Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tomaree National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Little Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnolia. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Buoys At The Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aussie Bob's Fish & Chips - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Wood Oven - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay?

As of 10 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay on 31 January 2027 start from NZ$1,747, 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 Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gidgets on Gretel - pet-friendly coastal cottage near Shoal Bay located?

Situated in Nelson Bay, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach, Little Beach and Tomaree National Park. Tomaree Community Hospital and West Nelson Bay are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very good stay

Very good stay and very clean property. Manger was very helpful, highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Good Morning Soliman - HRS are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Gidgets on Gretel. We have very high standards for our cleaning processes so we are glad that you found the properties cleanliness to be standout feature. We hope to see you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable, convenient, everything you might need
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property wasn’t worth 800 a night and it was more like a 30 min walk to shoal bay beach and not 3 mins like advertised. It was the only reason I booked it. Nothing vintage about the property more like old and wore. The bathroom door is rusty and it’s definitely not a two bedroom apartment. The second bedroom has a hot water service in the cupboards second bedroom.
In the second bedroom wardrobe where people sleep
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

No as expected

The place is good but wasn't clean with carpets with so many dirty spots, the sofa is well overdue for replacement, no extractor in the bathroom, and needed to keep the blinds down as we could not have privacy. The parking and entrance were dirty, full of leaves and dust
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are happy overall you thought your stay was good and are sorry to hear about the other issues mentioned. Our property management team have confirmed the carpets have been cleaned for our future guests and even though there was no bathroom fan it is possible to open the window for fresh air and to allow any steam to escape. We hope to have an opportunity to host you again in the future for a better experience.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great location

The property was as described. Location is great, walking distance to beaches and both towns which we loved. The trees shaded the yard which was lovely to sit under in the heat, outdoor chairs and table making this easy. There were a few disappointing things, the yard had grass but there were bindis all through it making it difficult to use. We took our dog and the yard is definitely secure but there’s no adequate outdoor light to view or use the garden at night, this would’ve been helpful. Re cleanliness, the bathroom was all wet with soapy water when we arrived, I don’t think under the beds has ever been vacuumed and some pillows had an odour (bring your own!). There’s no dishwasher, which isn’t a problem, it just meant that most of the kitchen items didn’t have the washing up love by previous people that maybe they should have.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good location

Expensive to take your dog. Stayed in a lot of dog friendly places and never had to pay this much so that was disappointing but overall it was fine. But would recommend tiles instead of carpet. Lots of old spills for which we were not responsible.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2023
Thank you for leaving your feedback Jennifer. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the location of the property and overall had a good stay. We will pass on your comments to our property management team to address any issues with the carpets. We hope to be able to host you again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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