
Waterfront holiday rentals in Nelson Bay
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Spectacular Beach Views Penthouse, Newcastle Beach
Stylishly appointed, near new, penthouse apartment (14th floor) overlooking pristine Newcastle Beach & adjacent Oceans Baths. Fabulous Cafes right downstairs, 5 min walk to city centre busting with great bars, restaurants and shops. You can walk everywhere from here whether on business or pleasure. Private 1 car park underground (+visitor parking). Comfy queen bed so you can wake up and see dolphins & whales migrating & the best view in Newcastle. Sip coffee or cocktails on the balcony. Just BE

Breathtaking views | Private retreat
This apartment is only 600m to Nelson Bay marina, shops, bars, cafes & restaurants. It has magnificent beach views and only a 2 min walk to Fly Point Beach. Living area flows to an undercover tiled terrace, then onto a grassed area. This is a perfect getaway, well equipped and beautifully presented. Linen, bath and beach towels provided and bed made. There is a construction site next door though the noise is minimal or if any. Portable cot available. Pet friendly. Weber Q bbq available.

Nelson Bay Gem
Escape to Nelson Bay Gem, the perfect location for making unforgettable memories. Our property is not only family friendly but welcomes your small furry friend (one pet - strictly under 10kg) to join in on the family fun. Located on the water's edge, our cozy little gem offers a picturesque setting perfect for fishing, kayaking and boating with your very own small boat ramp, the two bedroom unit offers a living area, and a well-equipped kitchen to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Shoal Bay Shores, modern beachfront unit + Wifi
Getaway from it all at this stunning 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom top floor apartment just steps from the crystal clear waters of Shoal Bay Beach. Enjoy the spectacular, uninterrupted views across the bay from the lounge room or balcony of this well-equipped property. The location couldn’t be better. With direct access to Shoal Bay beach, a 5 minute walk to Little Beach or a 12 minute walk to the shops, cafes and restaurants of Shoal Bay town, everything you need is at your fingertips.

Lucy’s on the water. Port Stephens
ON THE WATER. SUPER COSY. Cancel 5 days out. No cleaning fee. Original fishing cottage, just renovated. So peaceful, so quiet. Listen for koalas grumbling at night and awaken to a chorus of bird calls. Walk the waterfront path thru the koala reserve to Poyers restaurant. Watch for dolphins taking a breath. Ideal for kayaking. There’s Tanilba Golf Course just down the road. Flathead fishing is best just before hightide, right out in front. Please clean fish in sink by boatshed

Honeysuckle Harbourside-81m2-Parking-Self Check-In
Very modern 1 bedroom 81m2 apartment, situated on Newcastle Harbour in Honeysuckle (Nobby's headland views). The University's city campus is on the opposite side of the street. Footsteps to Honeysuckle's dining and entertainment precinct. One light rail stop from Newcastle interchange, light rail stop is directly behind the apartment building. BBQ on level 3. Apartment is professionally cleaned before each guest arrives, to ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Just a stroll across the road to Fingal beach!!
This unique place has a style of its own. Modern beach industrial, styled with love. Perfect for couples, families and friends offering one of the best amenities in Fingal Bay. Not only relaxing and peaceful but perfect for a few days away ...and then you will want to rebook for longer! This property is unique for its modern style, relaxed atmosphere and privileged views. Just try and buy -it won't let you down. Please note, the listing is the bottom level of the house only.

1 Blue Bay View Spectacular Views of the bay
Breathtaking views. No steps to get into the unit and no steps inside .. A few minutes’ walk to the beach, close proximity to CBD, shopping centre, marina and restaurants. Brand new renovation by award winning quality builder and specialist interior designer. Immaculately clean and designed to take in the breathtakingly beautiful panoramic views of Nelson Bay. Blue Bay Views 1 (downstairs) and Blue Bay Views 2 (upstairs) are two private, separate Airbnb Units.

Cedar Cottage on Lake Macquarie, Australia
An incredibly peaceful, calm cottage just meters from the waterfront of beautiful Lake Macquarie. Luxurious modern bathroom, state of the art kitchen, and everything you will ever want for a relaxing, rejuvenating private break. Please be aware your luggage needs to be carried from your car park at the top of the hill, down approximately a 100m grassed hill, then back up again. If you have an injury or you have limited mobility you will struggle with access

Waterfront Port Stephens Sunset@Corlette -4 Kayaks
Easter Booking: 2nd-6th April (4night minimum) . SUNSET@CORLETTE is a small, fresh, modern ground-floor unit with stunning 180-degree views of Port Stephens -appealing to the particular traveler. It is situated along the most sought-after stretch of 'The Bay'. Finishes and furnishing are of a high standard. Take advantage of the 4 complimentary KAYAKS supplied for great family fun. Take the kids out the back to the clear and calm, Corlette Beach !!

HighTide- luxury apartment, almost on the beach.
HighTide is a purpose built apartment and is relatively new to the holiday rental market. The locals refer to our beach as Little Salamander Beach and because of the beautiful white sand, calm water, paperbark trees and amazing sunsets all year through, we are the envy of many people who continually return to our patch of paradise. The main residence, where owners live, is waterfront and is on one of the most sought after stretches of sandy beach.

"The View" Waterfront Apartment Shoal Bay
Early check in if available (otherwise 4pm), and 1pm late checkout. 15% discount for weekly bookings. "The View" Waterfront Apartment is a privately owned unit within the Ramada complex. Metres from cafes, restaurants, late night weekend entertainment & the beach. Sleeps 4 (1 King bed, 1 Double sofa bed) All linen provided. Reserved undercover parking, spa bath, kitchen & laundry, Cappuccino machine, Aircon, Free WiFi, Free Netflix, Non-Smoking.
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When is the best time to visit Nelson Bay?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $349 AUD | $251 AUD | $233 AUD | $267 AUD | $198 AUD | $209 AUD | $201 AUD | $172 AUD | $230 AUD | $251 AUD | $254 AUD | $343 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C | 18°C | 15°C | 13°C | 12°C | 13°C | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C | 22°C |
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Nelson Bay

Total holiday rentals
Explore 80 holiday rentals in Nelson Bay

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Nelson Bay holiday rentals start at $226 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
70 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
70 of Nelson Bay holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Nelson Bay rentals

4.5 Average rating
Nelson Bay stays receive an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 from guests
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- Treachery Beach
- Nelson Bay Golf Club
- Hunter Valley Zoo
- The Vintage Golf Club
- Zenith Beach
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