This traditional neat & tidy 2/3 bedroom holiday home comfortably accommodates 6 people (maximum 4 Adults). The property offers great value for the budget conscious family looking for holiday accommodation in the popular township of Shellharbour Village. The house is conveniently located within walking distance to local shops, cafes, restaurants, beaches, parks and local harbour and the new Shell Cove Marina is within a short 10 minute stroll.
**Please read this listing in full before booking. If you have any further questions please send an enquiry first
PROPERTY DETAILS .....
> Bedroom 1 - large bedroom with QUEEN bed, robe, pedestal fan
> Bedroom 2 - small bedroom with DOUBLE bed, robe, pedestal fan
> Bedroom 3 - open room off lounge room with 2 SINGLE BEDS
> Kitchen - fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, plates, cups, utensils, pots, pans
> Dining area off kitchen with dining table, sits 6
> Loungeroom with TV, Stereo, DVD player, pedestal fan, oil heater
> Enclosed yard with outdoor setting and open fire BBQ
> Off street parking for 1 vehicle +plenty of on street parking
PLEASE NOTE ......
* Property accommodates 6 guests (preferable 4 Adults + kids)
* Parties, bucks nights, schoolies are not permitted
* Pets are not allowed sorry
* Property is fitted for summer bookings. Beds have mattress protector, summer donna, pillows. Guests are required to bring own linen OR arrange own linen hire prior to arrival
* Local laundromat within 5 min drive
* Winter Bookings - the property is fitted with summer donnas, one oil heater and basic blankets. Guests should bring their own additional blankets/doonas.
* School holidays - min 7day booking which usually run Saturday to Saturday but may vary. Feel free to enquire
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MEL VEDERE LOCATION - the property is located on Addison Street which runs through the heart of the local village. The convenient location allows you to enjoy the friendly village atmosphere by foot. As you stroll toward the shops , you will find that the street is lined with cafes, boutique specialty shops, an ice-creamery, a general store, bakery, butcher, beauty salon etc. There are a variety of restaurants which includes Seafood, Thai, Chinese, & Italian just to name a few. This convenient location means that you can experience the friendly village atmosphere within minutes by foot.
As you head further down the street you will reach the small harbour which is one of the main attractions of Shellharbour. There is a picnic area & park along the foreshore which is a great spot to have a picnic, enjoy some fish and chip or relax under a tree. The harbour has a small beach which is an ideal swimming place for smaller children. Little Park sits right at the harbour and offers hours of fun for the children too. The playground was which was recently upgraded has new slides, flying fox, swings and much more. A little further down are two salt water rock pools.
For the fishing and boating enthusiasts the harbour is a popular place to drop a line. The ramp at the end of point is the perfect place to launch the boat - 3 minute drive from Mel Vadere Holiday Home.
The local pub sits high at the end of Addison Street overlooking the harbour. It is a popular place for both locals and visitors to have a drink and enjoy a meal overlooking the park and ocean.
Across the road from Mel Vedere HOliday home is a huge grassed field for the kids to run around, kick a ball or even fly a kite . At the end of the park is the local skate ramp so make sure the kids don't forget their skateboards, scooters and bikes.
Also within walking distance is the popular Shellharbour Club which is one of the largest family clubs on the south coast. The club was recently renovated and has a spacious bistro area and playing area for the children. It provides a variety of entertainment with both local and overseas artist and prides itself on being family orientated. It's perfect for a night out with the family and its only a 5-10 minute walk.
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ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES AROUND THE AREA
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Ten pin bowling
- Bike / scooter riding
- Skateboarding
- Day at Jamberoo Recreation Park
- Visit picnic grounds and parks
- Visit one of the many beaches
- Bush walking
- Relax and unwind treat yourself at the local Day Spa
- Pamper yourself at one of many beauty salons and hair salons
- Shopping either at local village or Stockland Shopping Centre
- Fishing - on the beach, off the wharf, rock fishing or deep sea fishing
- Golf at the Links Shell Cove Golf Course
- Scuba Diving & snorkelling
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HOW TO GET TO SHELLHARBOUR ..........
By Car from Sydney to Shellharbour is approximately 1.5 hours
By Car from Canberra to Shellharbour is approximately 2.5hours
By Train - the nearest train station is Shellharbour Junction
Shellharbour Junction train station to Mel Vedere Home - 5 minute drive
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BEACHES - there are 2 local beaches both within a 2 minute drive
> South beach - great beach for swimming
> North beach - great for swimming & surfing. Beach is patrolled during the holidays
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SHOPS - For your convenience the following grocery stores are a short drive away .....
>The Waterfront Shell Cove - 2 minute drive
>Warilla Shopping Mall - 5 minute drive
>Stockland Shopping Centre - 5 minute drive
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DAY TRIPS - from Shellharbour take a scenic drive ....
> Head south to Kiama & visit the popular Blowhole (10 mins)
> Enjoy a day in Gerringong/Gerroa (20-30 min drive)
> Visit historical Berry (30-40mins)
> The Farm - a must to see and visit
> Visit Lake Illawarra and its many beaches & parks (7 min drive)
> Spend a day at Minnamurra Falls (20 mins)
> Spend a day in the town of Kangaroo Valley (1.5 hours)
> Head north to the city of Wollongong (20 min drive)
> Visit the little coast towns of Bulli, Thirroul & Austinmer (40-60min drive)