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The Beach Shack on Wanda - Waterfront Coastal Chic

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TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
On the beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Salamander Bay, New South Wales
  • Horizons Golf Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Salamander Bay Square
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Salamander Bay

With a stay at this vacation home in Salamander Bay, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Salamander Bay and a 1-minute drive from Soldiers Point Beach. .This beach vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Salamander Bay Beach and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Soldiers Point Marina.

What's nearby

  • Salamander Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Horizons Golf Resort - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Salamander Bay Square - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Dutchmans Beach - 12 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Village Grind - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Thai Charm - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪BANNISTERS port stephens - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Salamander Tavern - ‬6 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.

The Beach Shack on Wanda - Waterfront Coastal Chic

Welcome to The Beach Shack on Wanda, the ultimate destination for a classic Aussie beachfront getaway. The views of the sparkling harbour and the ocean beyond are nothing short of breath taking. With its long stretches of golden sand and calm waters, the beach is perfect for families. Just a short stroll down the shore leads to a delightful playground for kids, while in the opposite direction, you can fish off the jetty or dine at Rick Stein Restaurant, Cheeky Dog or Solders Point Bowling Club. Children will love swimming, building sandcastles, and playing games in the sandy beach and grassy areas.

This holiday home is inspired by its beachfront location, combining coastal chic style with a relaxed Hamptons vibe. Both the front and back of the property boast hardwood decks. The front deck offers comfortable outdoor furniture and a Weber BBQ, perfect for alfresco dining. The open-plan kitchen, dining, and lounge areas are framed by floor-to-ceiling glass, providing uninterrupted views of the stunning bay and opening directly onto the decks.

The Beach Shack is perfect for two couples or a family with up to four children. The master bedroom features a king-sized bed, a TV, and opens onto the deck with beautiful beach views. The second bedroom, also opening onto the deck, has a zip-bed that can be configured as two extra-long singles or a full king bed, all while enjoying magnificent ocean views. The lounge area includes a sofa bed suitable for two children.

Situated on a spacious lot, The Beach Shack offers ample off-street parking and side space for a boat. Each room is equipped with split-system air conditioning, louvred windows for fresh sea breezes, and ceiling fans. An outdoor hot/cold shower and the original outdoor toilet make clean up from the beach a breeze. Local shops, including a supermarket, bottle shop, chemist, butcher, café, and the area’s best fish and chips at Salt Mine, are just a couple of minutes away by car.

The property is a walk to Rick Steins at Bannisters, around 1.9 km from Salamander Bay, 2 km from Soldiers Point Marina and 5.1 km from Anchorage Marina Port Stephens. Newcastle Airport is just 30 km from The Beach Shack on Wanda, making it easy to start your vacation in style.

LINEN & TOWELS ARE SUPPLIED and the beds are made with quality white linen. Doonas (with decorative covers), blankets and pillows are also supplied.

BOND - a refundable bond of $1000 that is due 14 days prior to your arrival date and refunded 3 - 5 days after your departure.

BEDDING CONFIGURATION - ACCOMMODATES MAXIMUM 6.
OPTION 1 - 1 King, 2 extra-long singles
OPTION 2 - 2 King

Additional costs when booking:
- Sofa Bed $100 will be automatically added with bookings of 4+
- Porta Cot -$50

CANCELLATIONS - Booking Fee is not refundable ($100 to $140). Please refer to terms and conditions for full cancellation policy. Airbnb Guests please refer to Airbnb's policies.

PROPERTY SUITABLE FOR groups over the age of 25 and or family groups only.

NO NOISE - The property is in a quiet residential area which is noise sensitive. Any noise after dark that causes neighbours to complain may result in the loss of your bond.

NO VISITORS - We have a strict policy in relation to 'visitors' to the property. A fee of $500 per head will be charged if additional people are found at the property that are over and above the number of beds at the property or guests not registered.

PLEASE NOTE: PARTIES, FUNCTIONS, WEDDINGS (WEDDING RELATED), GRADUATES and or SCHOOLIES/TEENAGER bookings are not accepted.

T & C - We recommend reading our full Terms and Conditions prior to booking.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby

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 (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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Property registration number 852

Property is also known as

2721-207836

The Beach Shack on Wanda - Waterfront Coastal Chic Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

great property and beautiful location

we had a lovely relaxing few days ,very enjoyable. we did however have shoes stolen off the back porch so really need to lock all valuables inside and when we left we contacted the property manager to let them know we left our ghd straightener on the hat rings in the bedroom and have not heard back from them if it was located so this was disappointing but the property and house amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Our experience overall was very pleasant. Comfortable for our family of 5 with amazing views right on the beach, kids loved it and it was extremely convenient for us to enjoy the sand and swim. Home was clean and modern with everything you need for comfort.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend away

Excellent break in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness

NSW Coast Getaway

Fantastic location on the water with all the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Enjoyed watching the kite, para and sail boarders zipping past. Great location, comfortable beds, appliances all modern.
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful ‘shack’ in a great location

Beautifully appointed, large rooms. Right on the bay, short walk to park and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

The Beach Shack

Everything was perfect, view and location is stunning! Would’ve been amazing if we could’ve check in before 3pm
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Beachfront relaxation

The shack is amazing, v comfortable, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mick

Fabulous location on the water. So Much more than a Beach Shack!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Beautiful location, house is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Perfect little house on the water for a relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kylie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location and accommodation

Everything about this property was a great experience. I would happily stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Wonderful spot !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gilly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property, highly recommend

Lovely property right on the water. We have stayed here before and will stay again! That probably says it all!! Highly recommend for a small family or couple - it has everything you need and is clean and well kept. The beds are super comfortable too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to relax

We loved our stay here. It has been freshly renovated with quality furniture and appliances. We saw dolphins each day playing in the bay and amazing sun rises. Close to all that you need!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen N.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fantastic modern and beautifully renovated gem right on the water

Amazing location Beautiful but compact accommodation. Modern and new. Right in the sand. Easy walk to many restaurants and local shops. We had a great time.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021