
House holiday rentals in Shoal Bay
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Explore 110 holiday rentals in Shoal Bay

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Shoal Bay holiday rentals start at $185 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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110 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 40 rentals that welcome pets

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10 properties feature pools

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20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
100 of Shoal Bay holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Shoal Bay rentals

4.7 Average rating
Shoal Bay stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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Fingal Retreat 1 with Bushland Views
This beautiful home beautifully highlights the natural splendor of Tomaree National Park, creating a tranquil and inviting residence. Enclosed by lush, mature gardens, the two-story house features three bedrooms with tiled floors, calming coastal hues, and bright, spacious interiors. The welcoming living room flows effortlessly into a formal dining space and a contemporary kitchen that opens to the backyard gardens, all offering stunning views of the stunning and timeless Tomaree National Park.

Habitat at Newcastle Beach
Escape in this airy architecturally designed terrace home. This home provides guests with a relaxing and quiet space to unwind and restore. Features two large bedrooms with robes and queen beds. Kitchen has all the modern features and European laundry. Fully air conditioned. Outdoor hot shower, surf board rack and plenty of seating for entertaining. Located a 100m from Newcastle beach, easy walk to public transport, harbour and baths. Local favourites - Scotties wine bar, Estabar cafe, Basement

Nelson Bay Getaway - short walk to two beaches
A beautifully located home, 5 minutes walk to Little Beach and to Shoal Bay beach, close to the Lighthouse, cafes, restaurants, shops and Marina. Pet friendly with a fully fenced back yard. A large boat ramp is a minute away. Accommodation for 6 people in 3 rooms, with a main and an ensuite bathroom. The main bedroom has a queen bed, the other bedrooms have a queen and a double bed. There is an outdoor alfresco undercover dining area and BBQ. All linen is supplied including beach towels.

Isla Villa Beach House - Shoal Bay
• 2025 Airbnb Australian Host Awards - Finalist: Best Family Friendly Stay • A large resort style house with a heated salt water pool, fire place and ducted air. This spacious home is situated in an ideal location in stunning Shoal Bay. The shopping and restaurant strip (including Shoal Bay Country Club) is just a ten min walk away. Wreck Beach is a short stroll from the backyard of the property. Mt Tomaree as well as Zenith and Box Beach can also be accessed by foot from the backyard.

Family friendly beach house with pool
Villa Blanca at Fingal Bay is a newly updated beach house, providing a relaxed aesthetic and is ideal to unwind and enjoy the quiet location of Fingal Bay. Located just a 6 minute walk to the beach and cafes, the house is split over two levels which allows families to have their own sleeping spaces. With a vast outdoor area which opens to a large in ground pool and backyard, you could spend hours just relaxing at home or enjoy the amazing attractions that Port Stephens has to offer.

Fingal Bay Sunrise
Stunning Fingal Bay Beach Views on a Tranquil Street Prepare to be amazed—visitors often exclaim "Wow!" upon first seeing the breathtaking view. While photos can’t fully capture the beauty, you’ll enjoy sweeping vistas of Fingal Bay, from The Spit to Barry Park, stretching all the way to the Pacific horizon beyond the island. Nestled on a peaceful, quiet street, our duplex offers an ideal escape, combining serene surroundings with unmatched views. Unlimited free NBN WIFI

The Sandbar-walk to Little Beach & Shoal Bay Beach
Prime Location! Just minutes walk from Little Beach and Shoal Bay Beach, this bright getaway holiday home has all the comforts of home in a relaxed setting. Family friendly, pet friendly and wheelchair accessible, all guests are most welcome. With air-conditioning, high speed unlimited WiFi, work desk, keyless self check-in, Samsung smart TV, and a small fully enclosed gated courtyard with outdoor seating and BBQ, guests can enjoy their time at the Bay rain or shine.

"Robyn's Nest Hideaway" - a quiet getaway
Accommodation is a single level dwelling with an open plan kitchen and living area. 2 big Queen bedrooms & a 3 way bathroom. The good-sized paved and grassed outdoor area backs onto bushland. The getaway is a haven thanks to its cosiness, quietness, privacy & location. Suits 4 adults. Only house trained "smallish" dogs allowed with own bedding. NO--dogs on beds or lounges. NO--dogs left inside unattended. NO--electric scooters allowed!!

Cher's Place
Enjoy our calming light-filled studio retreat nestled on the second story among the treetops of the local gum trees in Soldiers Point Port Stephens, perfect for 1-2 adults. Newly built in 2023 on our property located on a private and serene street, backing onto the very special Soldiers Point Reserve - home to an abundance of bird life and koalas - you will hear the laughing of kookaburras throughout the day.

Cozy cottage close to beach
The house is in a quiet street close to Dutchies' Beach which is great for young families. ( 2 min. walk) The town centre of Nelson Bay with its shops, cinema, restaurants and marina is only a 15 minutes' walk along the foreshore track. Which is also great for bike riding. The beautiful ocean beaches are about 10 minutes drive away. The house is cozy and comfortable for families and couples

Cosy winter boutique couples retreat dog friendly
Premium boutique couples retreat (dog friendly) This space is the perfect chill pad and ticks all the boxes. ✅ walk to beach and cafes ✅ dog kind and friendly ✅ stylish contemporary costal decor. ✅stunning open spaced living ✅fully equipped kitchen ✅Air conditioned to the max ✅ comfy bed and sofa (Netflix of course) ✅gorgeous new bathroom with a bath. ✅dog beach close by

REEF Luxury Home, Ocean View, Large Pool & Hot Spa
Luxurious modern coastal house created for your ultimate getaway! Amazing pool with heated large spa, deck and BBQ, located across the road from the ocean. Within walking distance, patrolled Birubi Beach, surf breaks, skatepark & lookout, cafes, restaurant, shops, and the newly built Tomaree Coastal walk 3 Bedroom House sleeps max: 6 Adults and 2 Children.
Popular amenities for Shoal Bay house rentals
House rentals with a pool

‘The Med’ at Bianco on Shoal - 3 Bedroom escape

Turtle Beach Cottage

Family Beach House with Swim Spa

Spacious coastal retreat with pool

Hawks Nest Forest House with a pool

‘Aigéan’ - Walk to Fly Point, 2/143 Shoal Bay Rd

Illaroo House

Surfside Dreaming at One Mile Beach
Weekly house rentals

Dutchies | Dog beach 300m, 55" LG TV, WiFi, Games

Whispering Sands Waters Edge- Corlette

House Dalton St Nelson bay 2min walk to shops

Pawfect Retreat:Pet-Friendly

Pippy's at Shoal Bay. Walk to 6 beaches pub&cafes.

Luzari Shoal Bay

The Shoal Bay Coast

Onda at Shoal Bay Beach
Private house rentals

Shoal Bay Beach House | Walk to Water Relax Unwind

Castaway @ Nelson Bay

Spacious Shoal Bay Beach Retreat

Riverside Retreat

Box Beach House, Shoal Bay

The Mango Tree, Fingal Bay

Relaxing Modern Bungalow

Tree tops - Corlette Home
When is the best time to visit Shoal Bay?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $639 AUD | $522 AUD | $552 AUD | $488 AUD | $438 AUD | $442 AUD | $388 AUD | $427 AUD | $449 AUD | $485 AUD | $481 AUD | $586 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 |
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- Newcastle Beach
- Stockton Beach
- Merewether Beach
- Myall Lake
- The Vintage Golf Club
- Middle Camp Beach
- Peterson House
- Zenith Beach
- Little Beach Reserve
- Treachery Beach
- University of Newcastle
- Nobbys Beach
- Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
- Birubi Beach
- Nelson Bay Golf Club
- Fingal Beach
- One Mile Beach
- Newcastle Museum
- Tomaree National Park
- Oakvale Wildlife Park
- Fort Scratchley
- Merewether Baths
- Newcastle Memorial Walk
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