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Treehouse near the Beach
We stayed for a week and loved it. The house is so peaceful and perfect for chilling out. Avoca Beach and Copacabana Beach are close by and have everything you need. The house was spotless and Henk gave thorough instructions and hints when checking in. I loved that there weren’t signs and instructions all through the house like some other airbnbs we have stayed at - it made it feel more like home.

Spectacular & Uninterrupted Ocean View! Seashack!
We truly enjoyed our stay. The house and view were just amazing.. very kids friendly with plenty of toys and lovely trampolim. Our kids had the best time. Easy walk to the beach beautiful location and host was very accomodating of our needs. Will definitely be back. Thank you

Blue Bay Holiday Home - 280m To Beach
A great location with ocean views! We could walk to the beach & local shops. Very clean & spacious apartment. A tv upgrade would be good, plus some wine glasses!Definitely a return destination.

Selby Lakeside Cottage
Great spot house was right across from the lake house was very clean had everything you needed the main bed was so comfortable great size bathroom had a lovely deck out the back.Only a minute drive to Swansea RSL and the bridge is great if you love fishing we really enjoyed our stay Donna was a great host

Hunter Valley Luxury
I had an amazing stay at this property! The house itself is absolutely beautiful, with stunning design and every comfort you could ask for. The pool area is a true highlight – it’s the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. It’s such a tranquil and relaxing getaway, ideal for recharging and escaping the hustle and bustle. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a serene and beautiful retreat!

Fox & Hound Farm Stay: Self Contained Accomodation
3 night stay with 2 toddlers. It was a great quite location collocated on small rural property. Would recommend for a nice quiet weekend away. BYO food etc if on a budget, otherwise plan for 15-30-60min drives to the surrounding area to try various cafes. The accommodation is an old barn converted into modern two story self contained apartment. Small funtional kitchen with the essentials provided to assist prepare/cook meals and full size fridge. The two bedrooms rooms were spacious an provided space for a portable cot. Our toddlers were pleasantly surprised by the birds and dog who visited on occasion. David was a great host and was proactive to provide clear directions on check-in, arrival and local tips on travel plans. He remained responsive during our stay for follow up questions.

Luxury Coastal Living.
We had a beautiful relaxing stay here for a girls weekend! Such beautiful views and the house was very comfortable and spacious. House was a little difficult to find at first using GPS and also for our grocery delivery, but once we were there using Michael’s instructions it was fine. About a 10 minute walk to the beach or short 2 minute drive. During our stay we got a local masseuse to come to the house for massages which was a real treat, Kat’s remedial massage, highly recommend she was absolutely amazing and located on the same street. We would definitely come and stay again if we were in the area! Thanks Michael!!

Eclectic & Luxurious Home for Friends & Family
We visited Newy for a short time, and this place was perfect. A big, beautiful house with everything you need, and was in such a good location, max 10 minutes to everything. We would love to visit again for a longer period of time, highly recommend! Nick was also responsive and very helpful. Thanks for having us!! :)
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Nelson Bay
Total rentals
660 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$32 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
22K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
570 properties are a good fit for families
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110 properties allow pets
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170 properties have a pool
Your guide to Nelson Bay
Welcome to Nelson Bay
The largest town in the Port Stephens area, an hour’s drive north of Newcastle, buzzy Nelson Bay is a great place to base yourself to explore the delights of this spectacular coastal region surrounding a large natural harbour. From dolphin watching and sunset cruises that depart from Nelson Bay’s d’Albora Marina to working your way around the town’s cafes and restaurants, there’s no lack of fun things to do here.
On the northern edge of town, Fly Point boasts great snorkelling and scuba diving directly offshore. A five-minute drive east of Nelson Bay, Shoal Bay has a protected beach beloved by families. Further east, Tomaree National Park has walking trails and views. Zenith Beach is the first of three stunning beaches carved out of the coastline south of Tomaree Head, with the giant, shifting sand dunes of Stockton Beach to the south offering more opportunities for outdoor adventure within easy reach of Nelson Bay.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Nelson Bay
Port Stephens has a comfortably mild climate year-round. The hottest months between December and February are ideal for exploring the region’s 26 beaches, while the cooler spring and autumn are ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, sailing, and dune adventures. Late May through August is peak whale-watching season, with Tomaree Head among the best places to take in the annual migration. Yachties descend on Port Stephens in April for the Sail Port Stephens regatta hosted at Nelson Bay’s marina, while seafood lovers flock to Port Stephens each August for the month-long Love Sea Food festival, which offers plenty of fun ways to experience local seafood and connect with local producers and chefs.
Top things to do in Nelson Bay
Dolphins
More than 100 dolphins live in the pristine blue waters of the Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park, with dolphin-watching cruises departing year-round from the d’Albora Marina.
Tomaree Head
Part of Tomaree National Park, Tomaree Head (4.5 kilometres east of Nelson Bay) rises 162 metres above the sea, with its forested peak boasting some of the most superb views of the New South Wales coastline. Enjoy them on the 2.2-kilometre-return Tomaree Head Summit Walk. Also on the headland, the 2.5-kilometre-return Fort Tomaree Walk takes you to the World War II gun emplacements, used in the defence of Australia’s east coast during World War II. Keep your eyes peeled for koalas in the trees en route.
Stockton Beach
Stretching from the southern fringe of Port Stephens down to Newcastle in the south, Stockton Beach’s sand dunes are the largest moving coastal dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. Part of the Worimi Conservation Lands, this incredible natural landscape is culturally significant to the Worimi people, which you can learn more about on an Aboriginal-guided quad biking tour. Four-wheel driving, sandboarding, and fishing adventures are also popular at Stockton.
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