Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Shoal Bay apartment, you'll find Tomaree National Park and Shoal Bay Beach. Zenith Beach and Little Island are also within half a mile (1 km).
Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach
Walk out of your apartment complex, cross the road and find yourself on the soft white sands of Shoal Bay Beach! This quiet and perfectly located holiday unit is just metres away from village shops, restaurants, bars, a bottle shop and newsagency. Take a stroll to the top of Tomaree Headland for sensational views over the pristine Port Stephens coastline, or enjoy the public picnic and BBQ facilities along the foreshore. Nelson Bay CBD is approximately 5 minutes by car, where you'll find boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants and the marina, where dolphin watch cruises depart daily.
Sit back, relax and watch the boats sail in from this cosy first floor unit positioned right on Shoal Bay's beautiful waterfront. After a fun day swimming, snorkeling or fishing directly opposite, you can enjoy a glass of wine on the full length verandah which offers an outdoor setting and BBQ, along with wonderful sunsets and beautiful vistas.
The tiled, open plan living area offers a double sofa, 2 cane arm chairs, HD TV, DVD player, a CD/MP3 player, electric heating, a pedestal fan, water views and sliding glass door access to the front balcony. The kitchen has a small cooktop, microwave, fridge and a breakfast bar with stools, and the bathroom has a shower and toilet. Enjoy water views from the main bedroom, which offers a double bed, while the 2nd bedroom has 2 single bed and partial water views.
Guests have access to the shared laundry downstairs with a coin-operated washing machine, as well as an undercover parking space for one car.
Important Notes: - Linen and Bed makes are provided for this property. Please note you will have to bring our own linen for the sofa bed or call he office to hire.
Respectful Stays (The Not-So-Fine Print) We want you to fully enjoy your time away, and we also ask that guests help us look after the home and the surrounding community. To keep things comfortable for everyone: - This is a no-party property - Quiet hours are between 9pm - 8am (as per council regulations) These guidelines help ensure Port Stephens Accommodation homes stay available for future escapes (yours included) and that local neighbours remain welcoming to visitors.
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)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 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-20346
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach to the airport?
This apartment is 23.5 mi (34-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach to the beach?
This apartment is a short 2-minute walk from Shoal Bay Beach and 9-minute walk from Zenith Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach to downtown Shoal Bay?
This apartment is 0.4 mi away from Shoal Bay.
Castaways 4/17 Shoal Bay Road - Opposite Shoal Bay Beach Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Peter S.
Feb 1, 2026
Peter S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Tim B.
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tim B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
alysia s.
Apr 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location. Easy holiday living.
Love Shoal Bay and these easy living apartments. Well maintained and perfect location with parking. We love Zenith Beach. The whole beach to ourselves most of the time. Great place as you have the choice of the bay, or the beach. Plus great cafes, restaurants, supermarket, takeaway and shops all within 100m. And the walk up Mt Tomaree is just breathtaking. We'll be back again for sure!
alysia s.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
4/10 Poor
Tori H.
Jul 26, 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location and view great / bedding and heat disappointing!
The Location was amazing ! Furniture very outdated , I was not informed that I had to make my own beds Prior to arrival and pillows were old and Stained, the electric heating is a very old Tiny foot heater that is dangerous and is inadequate to heat entire unit