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Dutchies | Off-leash dog beach 300m, AC, BBQ, WiFi
we loved staying at Clare's place, everything we needed to have an enjoyable holiday was supplied. Kids loved the wii, DVD selection and board games. beds were super comfy, lots of lovely light and our dog absolutely loved the dog beach.

Beachside apartment in the heart of Newcastle
Our stay was great. Very convenient to everything The unit was very well appointed and had everything we needed. Itās better than the photos. We will return again.

Port Stephens - Pindimar Beach House
Thank you Steven for sharing your beautiful home with us. My girlfriends and I had the best time relaxing inside out outside your home. Plenty of spaces to relax and play. Everything was perfect and we all look forward to spending time together there again. The sunsets and views are unforgettable! Cheers for your kindness Steven.

Luxury Accomodation | LOFT Corlette | Pet Friendly
We really enjoyed our 3 night stay at Loft Corlette. Such a bonus to be able to take our fur baby with us. The Loft was beautifully styled, open plan living with everything we needed. Cosy and comfortable! The design and style is very fitting to the location. Super close to the beach and only minutes to the shops. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous seaside home with my family.

Harbour Front Perfection 2 Bed 2 Bath Pet Friendly
This apartment is impeccable, a dream. The view of the harbour is superb & if we hadnāt been there to run the Newcastle marathon we might never have left the apartment! When we did leave we were right in the hub with easy transportation & great restaurants in walking distance. Every aspect of the apartment is well thought out, beautiful & luxurious. Thank you, we already canāt wait to return!

Merewether modern beachside studio loft
Elizabeth's place was fantastic for the two of us. It was pristinely clean and tidy. The photos matched the description of the property accurately. Location was perfect, being 300m from a patrolled beach, and a short 500m walk to patrolled ocean baths. It was near to plenty of cafe's and restaurants, and close to bus stops. Elizabeth was a fantastic host, with excellent communication skills. She was proactive with instructions and information to assist us in our stay, including suggestions for activities alternate to the beach/pool. We would definitely stay again.

Zaara Cozy Terrace (150 metres walk to beach )
Lovely place, great location and very homely. Would not stay anywhere else in Newcastle when back!

Habitat at Newcastle Beach
We live in the area and just needed a place to crash while we had some work done at home. The house is beautiful and airy and instructions were crystal clear. We loved having a little staycation in the best suburb in Newy!
Beachfront home rentals with a pool

Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay - by the beach
Great place for young family. The kids loved the heated pool and trampolines. Comfy and clean, the unit was well equipped and amazingly located, across road from beach. Would stay again

Little Beach Holiday Apartment.
Narelleās place is situated perfectly 2 mins walk from beautiful Little Beach and other attractions/activities in this area of Port Stephens. The apartment was beautiful and spotless with a fully stocked kitchen with everything you may possibly need as well as games and rackets for the tennis court. Parking was available on site. Additionally Narelle was quick to respond to any queries I had. I would definitely recommend Narelleās place. I wish I couldāve stayed longer.

Nautilus 6 | Beach Front Bliss
Great location. Being on the 3rd floor gave great views but with no lift made access a bit harder. Accommodation is pretty good, very good for the price. It is a bit tired and could do with a freshen up. Had a great week there - very suitable for a young family.

Villa Serene, 3/6-10 Market Street
We loved our stay at this property. Everything was well maintained and it was a restful environment. We enjoyed our time very much. Super handy to have the little grocery and take away shop downstairs. The bus stop was a bit noisy at night but not terrible. We were a bit confused about access initially, needed to ring and clarify. The flat itself had all the things you need and was very comfortable.

Luxurious, ocean-views apartment in Hawks Nest
Very comfortable apartment in an excellent location. 5 adults in our group and it did not feel crowded.

The Love Nest - Luxury Beach Retreat at Hawks Nest
Had a lovely week at the Love Nest. The apartment was so well appointed and stylish, comfortable and the location is hard to beat - you can hear the waves, the beach is so close. Kristin was so welcoming and warm and we would definitely stay again. Highly recommended.

Shed. Holiday Apartment
We had a wonderful week at Mitchās place. It is a beautiful apartment and location with stunning views of the bay, as well as a very private pool and cabana area. Close to wonderful walks and shops for supplies. We enjoyed the whole experience and Mitch was so helpful and responsive on the couple of occasions we needed a few things. We would definitely return for another stay.

Family Friendly Beach Apartment Spectacular Views
We had a fantastic stay in this apartment! The views of Fingal Bay were absolutely spectacular, and the short walk to the beach made it even better. We loved having the little grocery store and cafĆ©s just downstairsāso convenient. The underground parking and elevator access straight to the second-floor apartment were a huge plus. The large covered balcony was perfect for relaxing, and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed. We also appreciated how peaceful the area was while still being close to amenities. The only minor issue was sometimes the buses will idle at the bus stop near the apartment and if you have your doors open it can be a bit loud. But itās only a couple of times per day we noticed it. Definitely recommend the apartment.
Private beachfront home rentals

Tahlee Waterfront Cottage
The views were absolutely spectacular!! We loved the house, the location, the kangaroos, being away from people and Julianne was very easy to communicate with. Note: The dam water used for washing/baths/showers was very brown. It didn't bother us much but its something to consider if you're thinking about booking. Otherwise we cannot recommend this place high enough!

Beach City Apartment - Ace Location - Free Garage
Nice apartment is a great location. We will be back again soon

Castaway @ Nelson Bay
We had a fantastic stay at Marcus and Helen's property. The decor is absolutely lovelyāthoughtfully chosen and welcoming, creating a real home-away-from-home vibe. The kitchen was impressively well-stocked with everything we needed, including quality crockery and utensils. The furniture throughout the house was very comfortable, perfect for relaxing after a day out. On top of all that, the location was idealāpeaceful yet close to everything we wanted to see and do. Highly recommended!

Lux Beach House at Merewether
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this stunning house in the perfect location. The space was incredibly clean and Anna was proactive with communication. Walkable to the beach, cafes and pubs with plenty of parking. Thank you for having us!

Beach Retreat
My staff have stayed there multiple times... they love it.

Tanilba Waterfront Cottage
We had a wonderful time , it was very peaceful and relaxing. The position of the place was incredible, the ocean at our doorstep and our own private rock jetty with lots of fish to catch and we even were greeted at the jetty by a turtle. This gate at the top was a little tight, especially for a 4x4 we just squeezed through, perhaps making the gate a little wider would be easier for some. This is a place I will most definitely return too. Thank you Prue who was a great host.

WhaleTail at the seaside
We had a wonderful stay at this lovely property! It was spotlessly clean, beautifully maintained, and perfectly located, close to everything we needed, yet peaceful and relaxing. The space was ideal for our family, with thoughtful touches that made us feel right at home. Insa was responsive and helpful. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.

Sojourn at the Cove - opposite Heros Beach
The house was very clean and comfortable, and the nearby cove was fun to paddle in on the stand up paddle boards provided, with a short walk to the shore. North Arm Cove is a peaceful suburb and there are some fire trails through the bush behind the house, but no coastal walks. The kitchen was very well stocked and made cooking very easy. We had fun using the billiard table and car racing simulator. It is a 20 minute drive to Coles, surf beaches, and excellent restaurants in Tea Gardens.
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20 properties
Nightly prices starting at
Ā£38 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
1.3K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
10 properties are a good fit for families
Wifi availability
10 properties include access to wifi
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Kitchen, Wifi and Pool
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