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Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay

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Nights are glorious
The view from across the road...incomparable!
Sunrise over the beach
Holiday reading at the community book exchange in nearby Central Tilba...in the park near the Dairy
Indulge in a sweet treat at the French cafe in nearby Tilba Tilba

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8131 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Mystery Bay, NSW
  • Place, Eurobodalla National Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystery Bay Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Narooma Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Moruya, NSW (MYA)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Laundry toilet

Towels provided · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay

Retreat into this idyllic bushland setting nestled in the State forest that cradles Mystery Bay.
*10 min walk to the beach
*Escape to the decks in summer
*Snuggle up to the fireplace in winter.
*Watch the sun set over Gulaga mountain.
* EV Charger available (contact us)
*Strong wi-fi
*Short drive to Narooma for essentials and picturesque Central Tilba with its boutiques, pub and cheese factory not to be missed!
*Plenty of space to be on your own or gather together.


The house is a spacious 2-storey besser brick and timber home, with timber floors, and rafters with loads of character. There is one downstairs bathroom, and an external laundry off the back deck.

Master Bedroom is behind a small sitting area at the top of the stairs and the other bedroom features a double bed and 2 bunk beds. In the living area there is also a queen sofa bed.

Lots of books for holiday reading and some games and puzzles for an idyllic quiet afternoon.
Plenty of parking on this large bush block.

Lots of stunning bush and beach walks to blow your cares away.
The township is quite level, so ideal for riding your bike to the beach and on some of the bush trails.

A bumpy 3km drive (or uphill walk) will take you through the forest to the South of mystery bay, to 1080 beach where you will have spectacular views of the coast and meet the local wallabies at dusk. Access this via the forest road off Lamont Young Drive.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property registration number PID-STRA-18489

Frequently asked questions

Is Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay on 26 June 2026 start from NZ$278, 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 Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spotted Gum Retreat: cosy nest @ Mystery Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Mystery Bay Beach, Billys Beach and Pooles Beach. Eurobodalla National Park is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn’t take our pets , access to the national park was easy and an easy walk to the beach we stayed there last year and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves an we planning to go back down there next year and hoping to stay there again, so once again thank you Elizabeth and John
View of mystery bay from the bench above
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Hi Peter. So glad you enjoyed your time. Looking forward to hosting you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elli Y.

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

Nice quite place in a Good location

Great relaxing holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a terrific place to stay, my wife and myself travel down here at least once a year we usually stay at Narooma and we visit mystery bay but this year we decided to stay at mystery bay, found spotted gum retreat On the internet and booked our stay it was great walked to the beach every morning then went and visited other places like Dalmeny and Tilba also went walking through the national park to Poole’s beach and 1080 beach all up a great place to stay hopefully we can book it again next year as our son and his wife want to come down with us
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2025
So glad you enjoyed your time staying with us. We look forward to you visiting again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celine K.

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

Pet friendly beach holiday

We had a lovely holiday with our cat. This was a perfect location in the bush close to walks, the beach and a short drive to Bermagui, Narooma and Bodalla. Lots of wildlife to see here. The hosts were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
So happy that you enjoyed your stay- do visit us again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew m.

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

A lovely house in a lovely location

Travelling from the UK, Spotted Gum was an excellent spot to slow down and catch up with ourselves. The local beach has safer pool areas and Central Tilba was a delight
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 February 2023
So glad you enjoyed your time with us and that we provided a good Australian experience of a stay in the bush close to the beach. Do come again (and recommend us to your friends!)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya G.

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

Wonderful spot!

We really enjoyed our stay at this cute house in Mystery Bay. It was very serene, with mature Gum trees all around. The beach was also great and just a short stroll away. The kitchen was well equipped, and the kids also found some games to keep them entertained.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN G.

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

Lovely getaway home away from home

This was our second visit. Ideal for our furry friends. A short stroll to Mystery Bay beach. Very homely older style house, comfy beds, updated bathrooms. Enjoyed the rustic feel of this home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay and our new bathroom. Look out in the near future for an email with a discount code as soon as our new website is up and running as we would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

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

Excellent longer term stay house

Stayed 5 nights in this delightful property. Everything has been thought of by the owners that you could possibly want for a comfortable stay in any season. Enjoyed the nod to the 'new' 1940's style clothes line! Wake and fall asleep to the birds and enjoy sitting with the visiting wallabies in the front yard. Sounds of the ocean drift up from the beach. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dom B.

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

Thank you

Was clean and close to beach house had a good vibe
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamuré T.

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

Beautiful beach weekend

Lovely property, well maintained. Check in instructions from the owner were prompt and clear. Property had everything we needed, including toys for the kids (3yo and 5 yo) and even included extra mini toiletries, in case you had forgotten your own. Loved our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham C.

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

Very nice.

An enjoyable stay despite the wet weather! Spotted gums always magnificent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
We're so glad you had a wonderful time at Mystery Bay in spite of the rain. Though perfect weather to browse our library or enjoy a puzzle.

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth

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