At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Tomaree National Park and Fingal Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a washer/dryer, a balcony and a Smart TV. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fenced private garden and a TV. In-room dining is easy with amenities like a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a coffee/tea maker and a ceiling fan are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home has free WiFi in public areas and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Fingal Bay holiday home, you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Tomaree Head and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Fingal Spit.
d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
Nelson Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
Nelson Bay Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
Toboggan Hill Park - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Shoal Bay Country Club - 5 min drive
Two Bobs Bakery - 9 min drive
KIN - Cafe & Bar - 9 min drive
Aussie Bobs Fish & Chips - 5 min drive
Fingal Bay Cafe - 9 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sandcastle Shores - Stay 3 Pay 2
Special Offer - Stay 3 Pay 2. Book your 2-night stay and redeem the 3rd night free for bookings placed between 1st-31st May 2025 with arrival before 31st August 2025. Contact our team to redeem the offer now! Please note that Terms and Conditions, as well as Booking Fees, apply. This offer is valid only on selected properties as advertised and is subject to change. Additionally, it excludes school and public holidays.
This property offers contactless entry with key safes for your convenience.
Escape to the sandy shores of Fingal Beach, in this stylish townhouse. The coastal inspired interiors have been designed to make the most of the open, relaxed holiday vibe, situated over two levels.
Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, (with additional powder room downstairs) comfortably sleeping 6 guests this property oozes warmth and style, such that holiday dreams are made of. Each bedroom has been beautifully designed to create a relaxed haven with French doors leading to a private balcony and an abundance of natural light opening the space.
A well-appointed open plan living, dining with entertainer’s kitchen opens onto a private paved courtyard through two sliding doors, wrapping around to an outdoor dining table and BBQ. Ideal for alfresco dining or letting the breeze in.
Soak up the holiday lifestyle in the communal pool and jacuzzi or kick back on the lounge and watch a movie with the family - the perfect combination.
Located a convenient 450metres from the pristine waters of Fingal Bays patrolled beach, enjoy each day lazing in the sand relaxing.
The Property Features • Walk to the beach, shops, cafes • Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, dishwasher and oven • Television and Wi-Fi, laptop friendly • Communal pool • Air conditioning downstairs only – living/dining room • Ceiling fans in each room • Communal BBQ and outdoor dining table and chairs • Washing machine and dryer • Desk • French doors to balcony from each bedroom • Spa bath • Extra toilet downstairs • Stand up paddle board
Whether you're up for an action-packed getaway or looking to kick back and relax Port Stephens has something for everyone, A range of beautiful beaches make for an easy, chilled day outdoors or explore activities such as whale watching cruises, horse riding and quad bike riding for some thrilling adventure.
For a relaxed or action-packed holiday, Sandcastle Shores is ready for your stay. Book now!
Bedroom Configuration: • Bedroom 1: 1 queen & ensuite • Bedroom 2: 1 queen • Bedroom 3: 2 king singles
Distances to: • 450m to Fingal Beach • 600m to Saltwater Restaurant • 600m to Longboat Café • 900m to Barry Park Lookout & nature walk • 3km to Tomaree National Park • 3km to Shoal Bay • 4km to Shoal Bay Country Club • 6km to Nelson Bay • 15km to Salamander Bay
Linen: All linen (sheets and bath towels) is supplied for your stay and included in the tariff. For the comfort of our guests, we do not triple-sheet. All beds have a fitted sheet, a flat sheet and a quilt with a full cover. BYO beach towels.
Property Specific Notes: Pets are NOT welcome at this property.
Wi-fi is offered as a complimentary extra. As there is no charge issues will be dealt with asap but cannot be guaranteed.
To ensure the comfort of our guests and the neighbours, we do not accept bookings for "Schoolies" breaks/under 21yrs groups and under no circumstances do we allow weddings or parties of any sort.
Notes Code of Conduct: 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 Information tab on our website or a link which will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email.
Noise at Properties: NSW Planning has passed laws that affect guests. The Code of Conduct for holiday renting can be found on our website under the Guest Information tab. In Section 2.5.2 of the STR Code of Conduct, guests have an obligation to ensure the peace and comfort of neighbours and other occupants of the premises (if strata) near holiday rental properties. This means guests have to be very mindful of noise made in or outside the property that can disrupt neighbours at any time of the day. 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. Noise audible outside the property is prohibited.
Privacy: This property is a holiday rental, it is not a principal place of residence and there are no shared rooms. Enjoy your time in comfort and privacy. Terms and Conditions: Detailed T&Cs apply for this property and payment warrants your agreement and that of all other guests staying at the property with you. Please share the T&Cs with your other guests.
Check-in and -out Times: During the busy months of December and January, the check-in time is 4 pm to facilitate peak back-to-back changeovers. Our standard check-in time is 3 pm and check-out time is 10 am. We offer a complimentary early check-in or late check-out time as a gesture of goodwill where booking and housekeeping schedules allow. Note that due to demand and housekeeping pressures, no early check-ins or late check-outs will be granted during the months of December and January. The safest way to secure an early check-in or later check-out is to book the property for an extra night. Contact us for a special rate for this extra night. All Sunday late check outs must be requested and approved prior to 5 pm on the Friday evening prior. All complimentary early check-ins or late check-outs must be confirmed in writing so that our housekeeping team are informed accordingly.
Guest Registration: Guest registration is mandatory for all bookings and replaces the need for a cash bond for short term bookings (up to 20 nights). It is essential for fraud prevention, damage claims, safety, and emergency purposes. The process varies depending on the online travel agent used. Direct bookings require the booker to upload a copy of their driver’s licence and credit card through our encrypted online process.
Additional Guests: The guest limits apply at all times during the booking. Any extra guests (this includes day visitors) above those that have been booked and paid for must be approved in writing prior to the stay. Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have visitors in addition to booked guests, you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission. This is not possible at all properties.
No Extras: This property is approved for accommodation only. No mattresses, tents, caravans or more cars than the property accommodates are allowed. Under no circumstances are the following activities permitted at any of our properties: motorbikes, dirt bikes, quad bikes, use of firearms or air rifles, fireworks.
EV Charging: For safety reasons and to comply with insurance requirements, guests are prohibited from charging electric vehicles at any property that does not have a dedicated EV charging station. Charging electric vehicles without proper infrastructure poses a fire hazard, and in the unfortunate event of an incident, insurance cover may be compromised, and the guest held liable. If in doubt, ask our team for the closest EV charging station.
Long Stay Discounts: Out of peak season stays of a week or more may qualify for a discount, please send us a message.
Property Information: Information during your stay can be found in the Guest Information Folder or by calling our office 24/7.
Security Deposit: For most bookings, completion of our registration process and a valid credit card with a $1000 available limit is sufficient for the security deposit. For medium-term bookings (21-40 nights) and long-term bookings (41-90 nights), a non-negotiable cash security deposit is required. This deposit, held in our Trust Account, is refunded after the departure inspection, with any damage or loss deducted. The minimum cash deposit is $2000, with higher amounts for larger or more expensive properties, or at the owner’s/agent’s discretion.
Peace of Mind: For your added security, this property is managed by a Licensed Real Estate Agent. We will never request payments be made to an overseas bank account and your money is held safely in our Trust Account until after your departure.
List with Us: If we had more properties in our management portfolio, we could easily get them booked. Demand is high and supply just can’t keep up. Send us a message or call us if you would like to know more about the packages we offer for short term rental management.
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
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email with check-in information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets 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
On-site 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 that 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number 2315,PID-STRA-22205
Property is also known as
Sandcastle Shores Peaceful Stylish Close to Patrolled Beach
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach?
Yep, Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach is a short 10-minute walk from Fingal Beach.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandcastle Shores - Stay 3 Pay 2?
As of 14 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandcastle Shores - Stay 3 Pay 2 on 26 May 2025 start from NZ$842.71, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach have a pool?
Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach has a pool and a communal pool.
Is there a private hot tub at Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach?
No, but there is Jetted Baths.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach?
No, Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Sandcastle Shores – peaceful, stylish and close to patrolled beach?
No, pets are not allowed.
Sandcastle Shores - Stay 3 Pay 2 Reviews
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8.0
Very good
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10/10 Excellent
Margo A.
30 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and relaxing
Loved the property. Would be amazing to get A/C upstairs otherwise everything was perfect and nicely located so was away from the hustle.
Margo A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
6/10 Okay
Abigail G.
26 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fingal Bay townhouse
Beautiful well designed townhouse walking distance to Fingal Bay beach and shops. Only downfall was that the garden path and access to the clothes line was overgrown with thorny bushes and the outdoor entertainment/ BBQ area was full of weeds 😲