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Saltbush Retreat

Nelson Bay apartment with kitchenette

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Exterior
Living area
Towels, soap, toilet paper
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nelson Bay, NSW
  • Place, Dutchmans Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Bay Golf Club
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nelson Bay

In Nelson Bay .You'll find Tomaree National Park and Bagnalls Beach Reserve within a 15-minute walk of this Nelson Bay apartment. Baptist Tabernacle and Nelson Bay Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tomaree National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dutchmans Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gan Gan Hill Lookout - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In House Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Little Nel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seabreeze Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bub's Famous Fish & Chips - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bay Harbour Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Saltbush Retreat

A Charming Cabin in a Tranquil Leafy Setting, Perfectly Located in Nelson Bay

Nestled in a peaceful, leafy environment, this stylishly furnished cabin offers a serene retreat while keeping you close to all that Port Stephens has to offer. Ideal for singles or couples, it's the perfect base to explore the natural beauty and exciting attractions of the area.

Nelson Bay town centre is within a 10 minute walk. It has various shops for all of your essentials with great food and coffee options. A further 5-10 minutes and you’ll find yourself at the marina or beach.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2315, PID-STRA-73922

Frequently asked questions

How close is Saltbush Retreat to the airport?

This apartment is 20.1 mi (29-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Saltbush Retreat?

As of Dec 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saltbush Retreat on Jan 27, 2026 start from $144.39, excluding 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.

Does Saltbush Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Saltbush Retreat to the beach?

This apartment is a short 13-minute walk from Bagnalls Beach Reserve and 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Dutchmans Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Saltbush Retreat offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Saltbush Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

Is there free parking at Saltbush Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Saltbush Retreat have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Saltbush Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Saltbush Retreat to downtown Nelson Bay?

This apartment is 1.2 mi away from Nelson Bay.

Saltbush Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Beautiful clean close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little cabin away from the hustle and bustle

This is a cute little place to stay, definitely recommend; neat and clean If you struggle with the heat, please keep in mind there is not aircon but you do get get ventilation and breeze Owner was easily contactable to iron out a couple issues that popped up with access and was really helpful with getting it resolved as quickly as possible
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024