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Bella Vista 3 Shoal Bay Apartment with Water Views

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A marina with multiple boats docked, wooden piers, and calm water.
A room with a balcony, a television, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.
A laundry area with a washing machine, a sink, and a window with frosted glass.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with a chair and table. There are kitchen cabinets and a microwave in the background.
A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

Reviews

3.6 out of 10

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Shoal Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Garage parking available
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW
  • Place, Shoal Bay Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomaree National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Zenith Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Shoal Bay

Located in Shoal Bay, this apartment is on the beach. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Toboggan Hill Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary and Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Shoal Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Shoal Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tomaree National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zenith Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mount Tomaree - 3 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 5 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
  • ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Home Interior - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bella Vista 3 Shoal Bay Apartment with Water Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bella Vista 3 Shoal Bay Apartment with Water Views?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Vista 3 Shoal Bay Apartment with Water Views on Nov 8, 2026 start from $209, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bella Vista 3 Shoal Bay Apartment with Water Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bella Vista 3 Shoal Bay Apartment with Water Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bella Vista 3 Shoal Bay Apartment with Water Views located?

Situated on the beach, this apartment building is steps from Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park. Zenith Beach and Wreck Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

3.6
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 7 reviews

2.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

2.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Gross

Dirty unit, leaking ceiling. Only good thing was the view.
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2020
Feedback is always appreciated and we have been in touch with this guest regarding these issues, in order to rectify them.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Really Disappointed !

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This unit is just too old, its dark, stuffy not pleasant and over all not clean. Furnishings all too old, carpet is stained, there is blankets, old light fittings full of dust, cushions etc stuffed in wardrobes, fans full of rust, no aircon, doonas/quilts where not nice, bought my own, broken bath rails sticky taped together, terrible dining table and chairs, crockery is all oddments, wardrobe backings are falling off, holes in curtains, no dishwasher, no kitchen linen or detergent, lounge is smelly, no radio, no fly screens I could go on. Disappointed I should have read reviews.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Great location but very unhygienic apartment

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The apartment was in great location with ocean view, however very pricey for the condition it was in. The carpet was filthy and bed were squeaky. The furniture in the apartment were so old that it could have been acquired from council pick up. We spent most of the time outside the apartment due to its poorly kept condition.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Excellent Location Only

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The best part of our stay in Shoal Bay was the Gorgeous View from our Accommodation. However, The property needs a major clean and overhaul! The whole property is very dusty, Very dirty & smelt awful, carpet is filthy & damp, spider cobwebs everywhere, rain poured into the lobby through the cracks above the side window and above the sidling door. The Bathroom window-screen is full of dirt/dust. My kids refused to sleep on the bunks in fear it was going to collapse, it is very unstable & squeaky! The closets had used unfolded blankets & pillows in them, the cushions on the beds and lounge were dam & mouldy, the lounge suite, smelt awful too!! Sadly this is the worse accommodation we've ever stayed in. Would not recommend this property to anyone
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Well-equipped however cleanliness needs attention.

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good location & well-equipped but cleanliness below standard. Unsightly mould present on bottom of middle shower door; also on grout in shower. Dust behind toilet has not been mopped; also window very dusty & cobwebs. Bedside tables had dust & remains of spilt liquid. Glass tables in living area had fingerprints & spilt liquid & had not been wiped. Also railings below the glass have considerable dust. Dinner plate left outside under table. One main bedroom window could not be opened; no flyscreen on lounge balcony door. Sufficient kitchen items however oily marks on some cups & plates. Scatter cushions dirty. Outside, balcony floor needs painting & building in general needs a makeover. Surrounding units of similar age appear better looked-after. After I paid my deposit there was no email or confirmation until I called 2 days later.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We completely understand your disappointment with the cleanliness and maintenance of the property and agree that this is not acceptable. These issues have been sent to housekeeping and maintenance team to have it fixed. Please accept our apologies for the trouble and burden these issues may have caused.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Don't Risk Your Health for the View

The pervading smell of urine, disgustingly dirty carpets, pillows and fans, and black mould and green slime in the shower - all this discovered in the most cursory of inspections. This awaited us as we arrived for a romantic Valentines Day weekend. Who takes responsibility for this? It is a health and safety issue the owner has allowed to happen, and given that many of these issue are long term where does the responsibility of the letting agent lay? We selected this apartment because it was in the quieter "no through road" section of Shoal Bay Road, it was absolute waterfront with 180 degree water views and you can hear the waves lapping as you go to sleep. The disgusting situation we encountered certainly broke the romantic weekend experience. The agent offered us various alternatives but none came close to offering the fundamentals we had selected as our reason to come to Shoal Bay - so we ended up in a soulless 8th floor apartment, over 100 metres from the beach with the drone of air-conditioning systems on the adjacent building replacing the lapping of waves - Happy Valentines Day dear.
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2020
We always appreciate our guests feedback and we are very sorry to see this bad review. We have noted all the issues this guest has mentioned and they are being dealt with immediately and the unit will be hopefully going through an update and spring clean. The unit had a slight water leak fromt he heavy rain we experienced, which resulted in a musty smell (it was not urine). This guest was offered numerous alternative accommodation including a lovely property right on the beach, which they refused. They were very happy with the property they ended up choosing and agreed that our team had put a huge amount of effort accommodating to their every need. It is sad that they still left a bad review.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The property was fine quite comfortable however getting access to the key was a real challenge

Great place comfortable but having to drive 15klms to put the key back was an issue. When returning the key there were 5 other groups in the same situation all stating they would not stay with this lot again. It was only the key return that put them off. Anyway not sure if we would go the same way again even though our accommodation was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2020
Thank you for your feedback, we completely understand you and the other guests frustration with the key pick up and drop offs. The secure key hub was created so guests didn't have to come in to Nelson Bay and struggle to find parking to pick keys up, plus it makes it convenient for after hours pick up at no extra cost. We understand there have been a few issues with some guests unlocking keys but we are working hard to resolve these issues to make the process hassle free for our valued guests. Please be patient with us as we are trying very hard to resolve these issues, we are continually trying to improve the standard of facilities and services offered to all our valuable guests.
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