Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views

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A balcony with a wooden table, wicker chairs, a bottle of wine, and a view of the sea and mountains.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a large sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a TV on the wall, a balcony with a view, and a kitchen area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, a dishwasher, and a window with a view of the sea.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a ceiling fan, a window, and a wall art piece.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Peace of mind included
    Guests rate the location highly for safety.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Shoal Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW
  • Place, Shoal Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomaree National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, West Nelson Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

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About the area

Shoal Bay

Shoal 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 Boondelbah Nature Reserve. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Toboggan Hill Park are also worth visiting.
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Shoal Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Shoal Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tomaree National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mount Tomaree - 4 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnolia. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Bay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Aussie Bob's Fish & Chips - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Wood Oven - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Home Interior - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views?

As of 10 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views on 15 December 2026 start from NZ$1,851, 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 Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heart & Shoal – spacious coastal escape with uninterrupted bay views located?

Situated in Shoal Bay, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. Zenith Beach and Wreck Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
The property was everything it said it would be,safe location,very comfortable close to beach, and food options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shoal Bay winter getaway

The apartment was absolutely gorgeous! Very very spacious and had everything we needed. The view was also outstanding! Will definitely stay here again, first class!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Thank you so much Julie for taking the time to leave a lovely review. We agree Heart & Shoal is a first class property with an amazing view. We would be glad to assist you again in booking your next holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great apartment

this apartment was wonderful nothing of significants to fault, great views, great facilities and great location. it was well equipped. The only minor things was no cutting board, exhaust fan not working and some curtain clips where broken. We loved our stay there and would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2023
Thank you for your 5-star review Ron. We are thrilled you had such a wonderful experience and enjoyed the views and location. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Shoal Bay

The property was amazing, ideal location but the carpets needed a good clean, and the curtains were in need of laundering. I noted that apartment had recently been sold so think it needs a little makeover, like painting etc. Everything was there that we needed for baby, highchair, portable cot. We all really enjoyed our stay so thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2023
Hi Gaynor, thanks for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Heart and Shoal and that the amenities for your baby were helpful. Your comments about the carpets and curtains are duly noted, and we appreciate your input. We'll take this into consideration for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay soon! 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ticked all boxes.

Really lovely stay,ticked all boxes-Quiet unit, nicely furnished , in great location. We locked our key inside the Unit, this was sorted easily by contacting the Host. Air Con , not functioning (it was hot and humid ), reported same but not actioned. No instructions re bin locations, etc not a big deal when we were dining out each meal. Hope to stay here again, sometime soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Good Morning Dee! We are so pleased to hear that you had a wonderful stay at Heart and Shoal! We are so glad that we were able to help out when the key was locked inside. Thankyou for your feedback regarding the aircon & bin locations. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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