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Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)

Shoal Bay vacation home with private pool

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Interior
Interior

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Shoal Bay, NSW
  • Place, Tomaree National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shoal Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Zenith Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shoal Bay

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Tomaree National Park and Wreck Beach. Shoal Bay Beach and Box Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Tomaree National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shoal Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Zenith Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mount Tomaree - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In House Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Magnolia. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Atmos - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Salt Bistro - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

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

Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)

🌊 Your perfect coastal escape with a sparkling swimming pool at its heart!

Illaroo House features four bedrooms, including 2x queen rooms, 1x double room, and a rumpus room with 2x tri-bunk rooms that are perfect for children or larger groups.

The open plan living, dining, and kitchen area is light-filled and spacious, making it the ideal place for family gatherings, shared meals, or lounging after a day at the beach. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to entertain, from cooking essentials to platters and serving dishes for larger feasts.

Outside Illaroo offers a generous turfed front yard and a fully enclosed backyard that is safe for both children and pets. The outdoor entertaining areas are a highlight, with a spacious deck complete with an outdoor TV, BBQ, fridge, and dining space, perfect for long summer evenings. The swimming pool invites you to relax and cool off during the day, while the fire pit adds a cosy touch for gathering under the stars. An outdoor shower is also available for rinsing off after a swim or trip to the beach.

The house includes two bathrooms, one fitted with a bathtub and a separate freestanding WC for convenience. For entertainment, guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, access to all streaming platforms and free-to-air television, as well as a collection of DVDs and board games. The bunk room has its own TV and DVD player, creating a fun space for younger guests to enjoy.

With three onsite car spaces, additional street parking, and even room for jet ski parking, Illaroo House has been designed to meet the needs of families and groups looking for a relaxed, easy, and memorable coastal stay.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

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
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2315, PID-STRA-83589

Frequently asked questions

How close is Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) to the airport?

This vacation home is 24 mi (35-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Wreck Beach and 10-minute walk from Shoal Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool)?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Illaroo House - your home away from home (pet friendly + pool) to downtown Shoal Bay?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Shoal Bay.

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