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BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH

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Outdoor dining
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Private kitchen
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH

BY THE BEACH is an ideal and beautifully appointed ground floor apartment, set directly opposite the Umina Beach waterfront, the perfect destination for families who wish to enjoy a peaceful location with a patrolled beach.

Featuring linen/towels, fantastic water views and cool ocean breezes, By the Beach is a luxurious apartment that has everything you need for a truly memorable holiday with its spacious interiors, roomy covered balcony, modern decor and only 1km to shops and cafes.

Master bedroom contains a queen bed, en-suite with shower and ocean views.
Bedroom 2 has a double bed
Bedroom 3 contains two singles beds.

*Open plan living space with TV, DVD player and lovely ocean views
*Fully equipped modern kitchen with electric cooktop, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine
*Ceiling fans; Air con in lounge room, wooden floorboard living spaces, carpeted bedrooms
*Opposite waterfront; covered balcony with seating, off-street parking 1 small car only
*Near Umina Beach and Ettalong Beach shops, cafes, playground, beaches
*Main bathroom contains bath and separate shower; internal laundry with washer

All linen, towels and bed making included for all guests

STRICTLY NO parties, functions, excessive noise or additional visitors allowed. Strictly no pets or smoking allowed

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2257, PID-STRA-7604
Property # 7456594
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
This property accepts cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ettalong Beach

Located in Ettalong Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Ettalong Beach and Henry Kendall Cottage & Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ettalong Wharf and Anderson's Marina. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at McEvoy Oval or The Entertainment Grounds.
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ETTALONG BEACH, NSW

What's nearby

  • Ettalong Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ettalong Diggers Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Umina Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Ettalong Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Woy Woy Station - 8 min drive
  • Tascott Station - 14 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miori Japanese Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Margarita Daze - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mediterranean Seafood and Chicken - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The BOX on the Water - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH on 17 May 2026 start from AU$433, 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 BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BY THE BEACH - WATERFRONT ETTALONG BEACH located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ettalong Beach and Ocean Beach. Ettalong Diggers Club and Ettalong Wharf are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach apartment with an excellent view
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. The views of Ettalong Waterfront are defiantly excellent at By the Beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brooke g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enough room for everyone

Great location and views with plenty of room for everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

*
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quality apartment

Very nice apartment in a great location - would definitely stay there again . Maybe an extra lounge chair would be good but overall it’s a perfect base to launch your stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thanks for the review & feedback David - glad you enjoyed the apartment and your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Clean.

Convenienct to shops with nice aspect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Giuseppe (Joe) C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Overpriced rundown property. Issue with locking & unlocking front door and 2 out 3 bedroom doors kept getting jammed when opening and closing them. Nice view of the beach but offset with the noise traffic driving by. Landlord wouldn’t provide a refund or even partial refund for the first night as couldn’t get to property due to flooding in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2026
Hi Joe, thank you for your review we are sorry to hear the issues you have stated in your review. Although you did not receive monetary value for the the first night of your holiday you were offered an extra night free of charge which you declined. Again we are sorry to hear, as a show of good faith the owner is willing to offer a free night on a future stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house is in a perfect location, well looked after and perfect for a get away. Highly recommend.

Excellent. The house could do with more air con in the bedrooms. The fans didn’t work. This is just feedback for consideration. We loved the house and have rented again. Thanks for a great get away experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2021
Thanks for the review, the fans are being looked at, we hope to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

No problems at all
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2022
Thank you for your review Jesse. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Relaxing location and well-appointed

We had a great getaway in one of our favourite spots, and it was the perfect distance between the Ettalong and Umina townships. The property isn't modern, but is very comfortable and the view is sensational. We used the kitchen a lot and soaked in the sunshine in the front rooms and balcony. Our check-out experience with the property manager has been challenging, the security bond for our three-night stay was more than I've paid anywhere else and the pre-authorisation still hasn't been released by our bank three weeks later. Each time I call the office to follow up I'm given different advice which is frustrating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2023
Thanks for the review Phoebe. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Sorry to hear the pre-authorisation has not been released in a timely manner. This is because your bank has changed their process recently causing the delay. We have done what we can from our end and hope that the funds have been released back to you now.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KERRI-ANNE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. Gorgeous clean spacious apartment. Plenty of room and lovely to have two bathrooms. Would definitely return. Only hitch was bedroom fans didn’t work so nights were hot!!
Ettalong beach
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2026
Hi Kerri-Anne, thank you for your review it certainly is in an amazing location. Please note the ceiling fans are now working. Thanks for letting us know we hope to welcome you again soon.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anthony C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Needs overhaul

The bedroom door fell off both toilets buttons hard to flush,chipped mugs southern side balcony loose vertical blinds broken had to put back and not use.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

The unit was fantastic with a view That was amazing, our back unit had a lot of cars and people coming and going every night this was the only complaint.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Boguslaw B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

We needed better weather
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ettalong

The booking system was uncomplicated and property management very accomodating. Overall the accomodation is very functional although there are some minor repairs needed to skirting and I feel that wifi should be provided as a standard or for a nominal fee given cheap rates for wifi in Australia over roaming fees for international guests. My other recommendation would be to provide a vacuum cleaner as there is inevitable accumulation of beach sand :) overall a fantastic stay
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Thank you for your feedback we do appreciate it as it helps us maintain a high standard
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

We had a fantastic time at the property everything was in fabulous condition.great location also so close to Ettalong and Umina. Great space for 3 kids comfy beds and everything you need ... will definitely be coming back
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2022
Hi Carla thank you for your review, we are glad you had a nice time at the property and hope to see you again in the future
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Time out

We had a lovely time away. The venue was in a fantastic location and very roomy. The facilities were good. Some minor maintenance required on the screen door and little things but overall was very good. There is no disability access into the unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2021
Thank you for your feedback we do appreciate it and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Wonderful location and views. Clean and comfortable. Single beds could be more comfortable. We enjoyed our stay. Loved walking along the coastal path (which needs widening for a section as it was quite dangerous in parts as it was too close to the road. Also more pram friendly footpaths would be appreciated.)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2021
Thank you for your review, we are glad you had a lovely time we hope to see you again
Verified

8/10 Good

Domenic C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great accommodation – beware of double booking fee

Great accommodation – beware of double booking fee.Cannot fault the accommodation great location great place. Be aware as we were charged a booking fee from homeaway.com and then another booking fee by the managing agent. Best to book directly through managing agent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2021
Thanks for the review Domenic and appreciate your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your stay with us :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Spot

Fantastic spot in Ettalong Beach. We loved the location right on the beach and the view of the heads was beautiful at sunset right from the balcony. It was clean and tidy and we can’t wait to come back in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2021
Thank you for review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again
Verified

8/10 Good

Hung Fai L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

The property is clean and quiet. Kitchen is in good condition for cooking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2020
Hi Hung, We are pleased you enjoyed the property. Hope to see you again
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View

Amazing view and has everything you need. Single Beds and couch could improve on comfort but everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2020
Hi Anna, Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed the property and area, hope to see you again
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect Beachside Getaway

This is the perfect property for a family beachside holiday. Close to the beach and shops and an easy drive from Sydney
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2020
Thanks for the feedback Adam, so glad to hear you had a great stay with us and enjoyed the property with your family
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location lovely views.

I think there needs to A baking tray, a roll of foil and gladwrap.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2020
Hi Linda, Thanks for the feedback we appreciate all information provided to help us maintain and excel at great customer service to all our guests. We hope you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Escape

This was a great break for a time away from home. Great location and view, close to ammenities and great for a family holiday.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2020
Thank you for your review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

We loved coming back to the unit and being able to relax on the deck over looking the amazing view
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2020
Thank you for your review, we are happy you had a relaxing time and look forward to seeing you again in the future.

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