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“Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay

Shallow Bay vacation home with kitchen

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A grassy area with a wooden deck railing, trees, and a body of water in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a stove, and a window with a view of greenery.
A two-story house with a balcony and a covered porch, surrounded by trees.
A living room with a dark-colored sofa, a small table, and a red rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shallow Bay, NSW
  • Place, Mills Island Nature Reserve
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wallis Lake
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taree, NSW (TRO)
    ‪94 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shallow Bay

In Shallow Bay .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Mills Island Nature Reserve and 6 miles (10 km) of Wallis Lake with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Yahoo Island Nature Reserve and Durands Island Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Mills Island Nature Reserve - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Wallis Lake - 26 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Myall Lakes National Park - 49 min drive - 30.7 miles
  • One Mile Beach - 59 min drive - 39.3 miles
  • Forster-Tuncurry Golf Course - 60 min drive - 40.0 miles

Getting around

  • Taree, NSW (TRO) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House Of Highness - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Graham Barclay Oysters - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Limlong - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Marina - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Wharf St. Distillery Restaurant - ‬49 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

“Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space on Wallis Lake. Spend the day in the hammock, kayaking, or relaxing on the deck overlooking the lake. Close to Forster, Smiths Lake, Pacific Palms, Blueys and Boomerang Beaches.
The space
The house is atop a hill overlooking the lake and you can relax by the orchard, banana grove or sit on the jetty with a fishing pole and a cuppa. The house has 2 bedrooms plus a bunk room upstairs where the kitchen and living area are. The lower level has an additional two bedrooms, bathroom, laundry and a second lounge room, perfect for movie night.
Guest access
Guests may access the entire house. Sheds are not available for guest access.
License number
PID-STRA-38448

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: must remain outside (not in the house)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-38448, 2428

Frequently asked questions

How close is “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay to the airport?

This vacation home is 56.4 mi (85-min drive) away from the Taree, NSW (TRO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay to the beach?

This vacation home is 18 mi (35-min drive) from Blueys Beach and 18.4 mi (35-min drive) from Elizabeth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

Is there free parking at “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is “Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay to downtown Shallow Bay?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Shallow Bay.

“Bay Cottage” Beautiful lake house on Shallow Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was easy to communicate with. Great view and relaxing environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hongda W.

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

Good place for friends to catch up

A very friendly owner, clean rooms, spacious space, and an excellent choice for a relaxing weekend getaway from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Syed k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly, welcoming and helpful host. Perfect location for family vacation. Great natural landscaping, lakeview, hills, bushland, boating, fishing, crab catching........and so more to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaushik S.

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

Amazing experience

We really enjoyed our stay at Shallow Bay. The location is beautiful, and the house is spacious and tidy. Host was easy to deal with and friendly. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful remote well-equipped modern house with two living areas and huge decks overlooking the lake and huge back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023