Situated near the sea, this 2-bedroom apartment accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. Enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, and swimming in the surrounding area. Golf enthusiasts will find excellent facilities nearby. Explore attractions like Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree National Park for a complete adventure experience.
Highlights
Top rated beach location
Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Shoal Bay Beach
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
On beach
Barbecue
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Garage parking available
Explore the area
Nelson Bay, NSW
Shoal Bay Beach
Place, Shoal Bay Beach
2 min walk
Nelson Head Lighthouse
Place, Nelson Head Lighthouse
7 min walk
West Nelson Bay
Place, West Nelson Bay
12 min walk
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay
Summary:
Enjoy coastal bliss in this light filled two bedroom apartment in Nelson Bay. Perfectly positioned with stunning views across the reserve to Shoal Bay Beach, this retreat offers a relaxing getaway for families. Enjoy modern amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, private balcony, and beach access just steps away. With comfortable sleeping for four, air conditioning, and parking, it is the ideal base to explore the New South Wales coastline. Book your seaside escape today.
The Space:
The Helm is located at the western end of picturesque Shoal Bay Beach just cross the grassy reserve and you are on the beach! Soft white sand, gentle waves lapping at the shore and stunning vistas as far as the eye can see await you. In this fantastic coastal location, you are also only 500m from family friendly Little Beach for calm water swimming, picnics and BBQ's or 1km to Shoal Bay's shops, cafes and restaurants. And, Nelson Bay CBD is just a few minutes by car for boutique shopping, more restaurants and cafes and the marina, where dolphin watch cruises depart daily.
This gorgeous apartment on the first floor provides a wonderful base for your relaxing seaside break. The north-facing balcony overlooks the leafy reserve, through to the sparkling turquoise waters that Port Stephens is known for. Sit out in the salty air, cook up a fresh seafood feast on the electric BBQ and enjoy alfresco dining with beautiful views. A wall of glass means natural light floods the air-conditioned, open living room and you can also enjoy the view from indoors while relaxing on the plush couch watching the 43" Smart TV with NBN Wifi and DVD player, dining at the 6-seater table or cooking in the fully equipped kitchen which includes a dishwasher, stove, microwave and full size fridge. Child proof screens allow the windows to fully open safely so the fresh sea breeze and calming sound of the waves filter through the apartment, complementing the charming coastal décor.
There is room for the family with 2 bedrooms, one with a queen bed and ceiling fan, and the other with 2 single beds, plus a modern bathroom with a shower, bath and separate toilet. The laundry has a washer, dryer and handy 2nd toilet, and undercover parking is available for one car in a single carport.
Port Stephens whale season goes from May through to November.
This property is a great location, very close to many of whale watching view points and cruises
Important Notes:
- Linen and towels are provided. The Beds will be made ready for your arrival.
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.
Please Note: Key Collection is offsite.
Interaction with Guests:
Port Stephens Accommodation manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Please note that Airbnb messaging is not monitored outside of office hours, so it is advised to contact us directly if you require any assistance.
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Property registration number PID-STRA-21187
Property # 7401062
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
About the area
Nelson Bay
Located in Nelson Bay, this apartment is on the beach. D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Toboggan Hill Park are also worth visiting.
Is The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay?
As of 10 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$831, including 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.
How much is parking at The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Helm Waterfront Apartment in Nelson Bay located?
Situated on the beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach, Tomaree National Park and Little Beach. West Nelson Bay and Tomaree Community Hospital are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The listing was quite accurate and the place was nice. Although subjective, the pillows were a bit too big for us and we woke up with a stiff neck.
Otherwise, our short stay was good and served our holiday well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2023
Thank you for giving us a good star rating, Julio. We value your feedback as we continuously seek ways to increase customer satisfaction. Your remarks will be shared with the team. We love to have you back!
Great Location. Beautiful Beach. Continuously hear the gorgeous sound of the waves. Unit clean but definitely take your own decent coffee and coffee plunger. A bit skint on tea bags, sugar etc. We are 2 adult friends who regularly B&B at different locations and its definitely very welcoming to be met with little extra touches like decent coffee & milk.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec 2024
Thank you for your valuable feedback! You’re most welcome to visit again.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
JennMack
11 Apr 2017
Wonderful unit
Clean, comfortable unit in great location. Enjoyed our stay although mattress was almost too soft for my troublesome back! No TV instructions for the current model and DVD didn't work but didn't miss this noise anyway. Would return for sure.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2020
It is great to hear you enjoyed your stay. We will check out the TV instructions and DVD to see what the issue is.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Dale William S.
14 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Relax
As the place’s management operates through a call Centre (in the Philippines ?), the people’s English was sometimes less than clear and we received some conflicting information on check in, etc. and less than timely (in my view) information. Our face to face dealings in Nelson’s Bay on check out was very off handed.
The property it self was very good and we would book it again, Now we know what to expect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
Hi Dale, thank you very much for your candid review of your recent stay. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us, as we strive to improve with each and every stay.
Carpet smelt of age and was torn. Single beds were so small, feet hung over the end obviously they were for children. No bath mats or hand towels. Extra charges would apply for a number of simple things if you didn’t comply. View was good and neighbours were friendly. Wouldn’t stay there again. Also we’re bombarded with what we could and could not do! Easy walk to Shoal Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2023
Hi Stephanie,
Thank you for your feedback on your recent arrival at The Helm, Unit 1/22 Voyager Close. We value your feedback to improve satisfaction. We encourage our guests to contact us for any issues at the property, especially if it is not cleaned to your satisfaction upon arrival. We will share your remarks with the appropriate team for awareness and improvement. We hope to welcome you back at another time.
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Claire G.
8 Feb 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Basic Accommodation for inflated price
Location is perfect however this apartment is not up to scratch for the price. We provided feedback to the owner via the leasing agent and never received a response which would indicate the owners have no intention of fixing any of this. List of issues:
Oven doesn't work
BBQ very dirty on arrival
Kitchen items very basic, not even a proper salad bowl or platter
Apartment not clean
Leaking shower
Vacuum smells like vomit when in use
Washing machine moldy
Very disappointing.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2023
Hi Claire, we are sad about your negative experience. It is never good to receive feedback like this as we always aim to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We encourage our guests to contact us if something's faulty at the property, especially if it is not cleaned to your satisfaction upon arrival. Rest assured that we have already coordinated your case with our team and we will do a follow-up to avoid this case from happening again. We hope to serve you better in the future.
Stayed for 4 days, perfect location- right next to the beach, apartment had all the amenities needed for a young family. Washing and dryer was a great plus. Were provided clean linen and towels at the beginning of the stay. Would have preferred if more dishwasher detergent was provided and table wipe provided. Apartment had a general clean done, but not at thorough wiped or vacuumed as expected as still felt sand on the carpet bit vacuums myself as vacuum was available. Overall still happy and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2022
Thank you Kristina for this valuable feedback. Housekeeping will be notified regarding your comments. We really appreciate you, bringing this to our attention.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
19 Nov 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Comfortable apartment
This apartment was comfortable and spacious. It was lovely falling asleep and listening to the sounds of the ocean. The only comment I would make is that the furniture is dated- in particular the living room furniture- which needs an upgrade. This impacts the impression is cleanliness. But otherwise, we were very comfortable here!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2022
Thank you very much for this valuable feedback. We're glad you loved our property. Thank you also, for bringing to our attention the areas that need improvements, we will make sure to be on top of this. We hope to see you again soon!
The property had all amenities was clean and easy access to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2021
Thanks for taking the time to share your opinion with other travelers. We're overjoyed to
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Maxine M.
24 Mar 2021
Property good but not a good experience with Winnings
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Winnings refused to refund when a double booking was inadvertently made. Only rectified when HomeAway intervened.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2022
We are truly sorry to read of the issue you experienced, be assured that it’s not the kind of service that we would like to offer you and we understand your dissatisfaction.
Great location on beach front. For the price we paid per night a bit disappointed considering the following: there were a lot of plates, coffee cups and glasses that were not washed. A film of grease on the plates, coffee and tea stains with mouth marks all over the coffee cups, and glasses with grease and lipstick marks. Before we used any dishes had to put the whole lot through the dishwasher. There was also no kettle, so we boiled water in a pot. When we opened the window shutters and windows in the bedrooms there was mould on the shutters and mould and dust build up on the window sills.
And we had to make our beds on arrival and put all rubbish out and pack away all dishes on our departure. Indeed very expensive for a place where we had to literally service our stay with amenities that were unclean or not even made available.
Lovely position between Nelson & Shoal Bay. Comfy bed. Warm. Brilliant views. Well equipped but unfortunately the cooking pans & cutlery could do with replacing - they put us off when cooking our meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Archival
8/10 Good
Megan
1 Sept 2017
Beautiful spot
Very clean and in a great position but a large curtain folded on the dining table instead of covering an expanse of glass made the living area cold at night, even with a heater.