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The Tomaree Family Retreat Near Shoal Bay Beach

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A multi-story residential building with balconies, a clear view of the sea, and a street with greenery and a fence.
A paved driveway leading to a house with a stone retaining wall and a grassy lawn.
A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, and a patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Shoal Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available

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

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Shoal Bay

Shoal Bay is home to this holiday home. Point Stephens Lighthouse and Nelson Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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
  • ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Home Interior - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tomaree Family Retreat Near Shoal Bay Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tomaree Family Retreat Near Shoal Bay Beach?

As of 23 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tomaree Family Retreat Near Shoal Bay Beach on 27 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,398, 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.

What time is check-in at The Tomaree Family Retreat Near Shoal Bay Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tomaree Family Retreat Near Shoal Bay Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Tomaree Family Retreat Near Shoal Bay Beach located?

Situated in Shoal Bay, this holiday home 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

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. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

7.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great group accommodation

Stayed here with a large group, and with multiple living and entertaining spaces, there was always more room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience on this social platform, the Winning team are delighted that we could ensure a comfortable stay during your visit.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Pretty good. Some items already broken or stained on arrival
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Kyrin. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay overall and appreciate you letting us know about the items that were damaged or stained. We’ll make sure these are checked and replaced so everything is in top condition for future guests. - PSA Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

great time

but no bbq in either property? unheard of in my opinion - I assumed there would be at least one across both properties
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2023
Thank you for giving us a good star rating, Dominic. Tomaree Road 16 is sold not including BBQ as its amenities. However, there are BBQ facilities and picnic tables along the beachside reserve. We love to have you back soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Just a few things…

The property was wonderful generally. All our guests noted that the beds were very comfortable. We did notice a couple of things that do require attention. It was noted in that there should have been 8 coffee cups on site in apartment 1 and there was only 4. The highball glasses were all mismatched. When we attempted to watch a dvd in the provided player in apartment 1 we noticed that the HDMI cable was not able to be connected as one end was frayed. We borrowed the HDMI cattle from apartment 2 and were able to get the DVD player to connect to the tv. Unfortunately when we went to put the DVD into the machine the eject option was not working. A little frustrating! Also it would be handy if more than one tea towel was provided. Mitts for the oven would also be good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2024
Thankyou for taking the time to give us your review. We value your feedback and will look into the issues you have raised. We look forward to hopefully hosting your stay again in the future
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great property... Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Could not ask for a better location. Beautifully furnished clean and tidy. Even though we had rain all weekend the only thing that dampened our weekend was trying to arrange a late check out. It took three separate occasions of me calling and trying to use a link that never worked and being told to try the link after 4pm it should work. I was eventually told after they spoke with IT that there was a problem with the link and they processed it over the phone. And when I went to the office to pick up the keys for the property I was told “I have given you both sets of keys they SHOULD open both upstairs and downstairs, if not just call the office or call back in”. That didn’t give me a lot of confidence that I would be able to get in.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2022
Thank you for your review. We are terribly sorry for the inconvenience you experienced on your holiday away. Your remarks are well noted and we will make every effort to remove all short comings as soon as possible.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great View/Location

The view and location of the property were absolutely stunning—no complaints there. However, the overall experience left a lot to be desired. The beds were quite small and not particularly comfortable, which made it hard to get a good night’s sleep. Having adults share a double bed for this accommodation is not acceptable, especially when there is plenty of room to accommodate larger beds in the rooms.Firstly, asking for the security deposit two weeks before check-in felt excessive and a bit out of the ordinary. Then, upon arrival, the property wasn’t even ready—cleaners were running behind schedule, yet there was no offer of a late check-out to compensate. It felt like the focus was purely on turnover, getting guests in and out as quickly as possible.Communication was another issue. We received multiple messages about returning keys… even though we were never given any keys to begin with. The whole process felt completely disorganised.For a property hosting 11 people at a premium nightly rate, we expected better. There were minimal supplies for adults, not nearly enough toilet paper for the duration of our stay, and very little provided to help us maintain the space to their standards. If guests are expected to look after the property, then at the very least, stock it properly to make that possible.With better management and attention to guest needs, this property could really shine—but right now, it's not living up to its potential.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback, we are really sorry to hear that some aspects of your stay didn’t meet expectations. To clarify, the property is advertised as having a double bed, but we completely understand that comfort can be a personal experience. While we haven’t received a lot of similar comments about the bed before, we will definitely pass your feedback on to the owner so it can be looked into. We are also sorry if the late check-out request caused any inconvenience. In some cases, we’re unable to offer this due to same-day bookings, as our cleaners need time to properly prepare the property for incoming guests. Regarding the messages about key collection, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. That’s not something we typically see issues with, so I’ll investigate further in case there was a technical glitch. Thank you again for your feedback—it’s important to us and helps us improve. We hope we can welcome you back in the future for a smoother experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place to stay. Only improvement would be complimentary shampoo/soaps and additional cleaning cloths. Or at least information this is not included.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2022
Thank you so much for your amazing 5-star review! We strive to provide our customers with excellent care and customer service. We have taken note of your mentioned points. Please come and visit us again soon.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Unit had not been cleaned on arival

Nice unit nice location, poor management
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2025
Thank you for the good star rating. Until next time!
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