Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Shoal Bay vacation home, you'll find Tomaree National Park and Shoal Bay Beach. Zenith Beach and Little Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
5 The Pines, 4 Messines St
5 The Pines is located at Shoal Bay Beach and walking distance to Shoal Bay shops, Resort and Spa and restaurants, so you can leave the car in the single lock-up garage or allocated car space and walk or ride to all the surroundings including Tomaree Headland and National Park where you will encounter the amazing views of Port Stephens and may even see a kangaroo and other wildlife. Shoal Bay's BIG Beach is only 300m away for a refreshing swim or choose from Zenith Beach, Wreck Beach or Box Beach if you prefer a surf beach.
Downstairs the property features high cathedral ceilings in the air-conditioned living area, CD sound system, 40-inch flat screen TV and DVD. The dining room flows off the living area and has a solid timber dining table and 6 matching chairs. The property comes with a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, wall oven, grill, stove top, microwave, fridge/freezer, and plenty of bench space. Internal laundry with a top loader washing machine and an enclosed rear paved courtyard for outdoor entertaining which leads out the side gate to a grassed area for the children to play. A second bathroom is also located downstairs in the single garage, it has a shower, toilet, and vanity.
Upstairs is where you will find the three bedrooms, all bedrooms have a split system air conditioner and ceiling fans, with bedroom two having the second TV. The main bathroom is also located upstairs, it has a standard size bath, shower, vanity, and toilet.
Other features include a single lock-up garage that can be internally accessed by the lounge room. There is a 2nd open car space next to the property which would accommodate 2 vehicles or a trailer boat (small axle trailer boat only).
Bedroom Configuration: -
Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed + Split System Air Conditioner + Ceiling Fan Bedroom 2 - Double Bed + Split System Air Conditioner + Ceiling Fan + TV Bedroom 3 – Single Bunk + Split System Air Conditioner + Ceiling Fan
Linen: -
This property does not include sheets or towels, please bring your own or contact us to organise the linen hire service. The linen service is priced depending on your length of stay.
Linen Packs consists of 2 flat sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, bathmats, hand towels and tea towels (BYO beach towels). The property provides pillows, blankets, and quilts.
Property Notes:
Pets are not welcome at this property.
This property does have Wi-fi.
Parking: Single Garage
Lift: No
Notes:
By making a payment for the booking warrants you and all guests staying will abide by the Code of Conduct for Short Term Rental Accommodation which can be viewed under the Guest Info tab on our website or via the link which will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email.
This property is to be used as holiday rental only, it is not to be used as a principal place of residence. Please refer to our Terms and conditions also found on the Guest Info tab on our website.
Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have extra visitors (this includes day visitors) in addition to booked guests, you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission if the property permits this.
Obligations to neighbours – Section 2.5.2 of the Code of Conduct
A guest must not at any time during the occupancy period:-
(a) create noise that because of its level, nature, character, or quality, or the time it is made, is likely to harm, offend, or unreasonably disrupt or interfere with the peace and comfort of neighbours and other occupants of the premises (b) act in a violent or threatening manner towards neighbours or other occupants of the premises (c) act in a manner that could reasonably be expected to cause alarm or distress to neighbours and other occupants of the premises (d) use or enjoy the premises in a manner, or for a purpose, that interferes unreasonably with the use or enjoyment of common property by neighbours and other occupants of the premises in a strata or community scheme (e) intentionally, recklessly or negligently cause damage to premises, any common property or any other communal facilities within the immediate vicinity of the premises, or any public property in the vicinity of the premises (f) intentionally, recklessly or negligently damage the personal property of neighbours of the premises or other occupants of a strata or community scheme.
This property is approved for holiday accommodation only, no extra bedding mattresses, tents, caravans or more cars than the property accommodates are allowed.
After hour emergency service is available 24/7 during your stay.
If you or any other guest receives a warning regarding excess noise or excess guests, you may be asked to leave the property immediately with no refund of monies.
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
No pets allowed
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 indicated 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-29447
Property is also known as
43_494
Frequently asked questions
How close is 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St to the airport?
This vacation home is 23.5 mi (34-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Shoal Bay Beach and 14-minute walk from Zenith Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is 5 The Pines, 4 Messines St to downtown Shoal Bay?
This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Shoal Bay.
5 The Pines, 4 Messines St Reviews
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8.8
Excellent
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
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8/10 Good
Teresa E.
Sep 22, 2025
Dishes, pots and pans were dirty.
Teresa E.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Garin D.
Jan 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Our stay was quite pleasant. Air Conditioning was great. However the dishwasher was too small for dinner plates and bowls. Also the plugs didnt work properly in the kitchen sink.