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Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Amazing pool a short walk away
Close to local golf course
Fantastic chef's kitchen for preparing gourmet meals

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Callala Beach, NSW
  • Place, Callala Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jervis Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Callala Bay Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool

2024 Award Winner - Legend Award.

With doors that open out onto the back deck on you can simply relax and enjoy the sea breeze whilst you’ll sip a glass of wine and listen to the waves crash. Inside there are multiple living areas with room for everyone to relax. The garden is fully fenced throughout and an undercover deck means that you can enjoy the outdoors whatever the weather. As night descends gather round the big table on the back deck enjoy the best view of the milky way you’ve ever seen!

When you do come inside your only difficulty will be deciding how to relax. Maybe kick back on the couch and enjoy Netflix, or reconnect the family over a well-contested board game. Whilst the kids and dog play you can be busy uploading your amazing holiday photos using the complimentary unlimited Wifi.

When it’s finally time to hit the hay, you’ll find five bedrooms with comfortable beds with extra pillows and blankets if you need them. Fans for summer and heaters for winter will keep you so comfortable that you won’t want to get up the next day. But you’ll already know from our exclusive guidebook that there are so many things to see and do in the Jervis Bay area – from where to shop and where to dine out to in-the-know local knowledge of the area’s “hidden secrets” that you’ll want to jump out of bed and explore! But before you head out for the day be sure to enjoy a lazy holiday breakfast and a complimentary espresso coffee on the back deck.

Holidays are precious and memories are forever. We invite you to make beautiful family memories with us at Calming Waters.

Important Information:

- The pool is a community indoor heated pool.
- Whilst the property is pet friendly, due to strata regulations the property can only accommodate 1 dog.
- For your security and safety this property has an active Cctv camera at the entrance. It will be on during your stay.
- A small amount from every booking is donated to local charities — a booking with Professional Holiday Homes supports local communities.
- We supply a number of basic pantry items at each property. We are, however, unable to guarantee the availability of all pantry items. 3 toilet rolls are supplied per bathroom. You may wish to bring additional supplies with you.
- Internet in regional areas can be inconsistent and uninterrupted supply is not guaranteed. We will not provide compensation for failure or unexpected unavailability of internet services.
- Whilst the majority of properties provide access to streaming services, guests may be required to log in via their own accounts.
- Please note that firewood is only supplied from May to September.
- Fencing: The property is fully fenced
- Air conditioning: The property has air conditioning in the living area and master bedroom.
- We use smart home technology to improve your experience. NoiseAware is a smart home device that measures volume levels throughout the property (it does not record speech) and allows us to respond to noise issues. NoiseAware is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. If you have any questions, please ask.
- Whilst the property is pet friendly, due to strata regulations the property can only accommodate 1 pet per stay.
- This property permits groups of adults up to 8 guests or a combination of adults and kids up to the maximum capacity (intergenerational groups excepted).
- We welcome responsible guests that will not cause disturbance to our neighbours.
- For our pet friendly properties, pets are welcome inside but not on furniture or beds.
- After booking you must sign a rental agreement. Please contact us prior to booking if you'd like to view a copy.
- No schoolies, parties, bucks or hens groups are permitted.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a families only property
This means that you must have a group comprising adults + kids or grandparents to stay at this property or you will be required to cancel your booking

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
Property registration number PID-STRA-18567

About the area

Callala Beach

Located in Callala Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Fleet Air Arm Museum and Nowra Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Stockland Nowra and Vincentia Shopping Village. Nowra Aquatic Park and Shoalhaven Zoo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Callala Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Callala Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jervis Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Callala Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Hyams Beach - 34 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Booderee National Park - 34 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Callala Family Pizza
  • ‪The Huskisson on Jervis Bay - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Local Jervis Bay - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪The Common - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fudge Addiction - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool?

As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool on 31 May 2026 start from AU$361, 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.

Is Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Calming Waters - Pet Friendly - Community Pool located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Jervis Bay Marine Park and Jervis Bay. Callala Beach and Callala Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was fantastic for our short stay!It would be great to have some sharp knives, and bowls in the kitchen but other than this the home was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2026
Thank you for the 10/10 rating. We’re pleased to hear you had such a positive stay and that the property met your expectations. We appreciate you choosing Professional Holiday Homes and would be happy to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Fantastic place for a large family holiday.

Had a great time. The beach was a short walk away. Nice quiet area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re happy to hear you had a lovely stay, and can’t wait to have you back with us on your next holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Great for families

Fantastic property for a large group. It was as the pictures show and the description states. Would recommend this property without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
thank you for choosing this to spend time with your family. We are happy you we're able to enjoy the place . We'd love to have you back.
Verified

8/10 Good

Caitlin J.

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

Perfect large family holiday house

My extended family of 12 rented this property. It was the perfect location with only a 2 minute walk to the beach. The house was equipped with all the required kitchen items and had a large dining table to seat the group. The only thing to note is that there is only one main bathroom and an en-suite. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for leaving us a great review. It makes us happy to know that you and your family had a wonderful holiday experience together. Looking forward to your next holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely house and beach

I didn’t realise from the information was that it was a community pool however it wasn’t really a problem.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay and for leaving us a stellar review. We’re pleased you enjoyed your stay, and hope we see you on another holiday with us soon. We've made this detail clearer now in our listing.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharn G.

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

Great stay

Great little house. One bathroom for everyone isn't enough however. But otherwise we loved the location and the house itself, good amenities, kitchen and sitting options. Late check-out is a joke though, they wanted me to pay an extra night to check out for midday instead of 10am.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2024
Dear Sharn, Thank you for providing a great property review, this is an amazing property in a great location. Just to clarify, the property has 2 bathrooms. One large main bathroom and an ensuite off the main bedroom. Unfortunately we were unable to provide late check out as our housekeeping team are required to have the property cleaned and ready for another guest. We’re pleased you enjoyed your stay, and hope we see you on another holiday with us soon.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Maria

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

Never again

The only good thing about the property was the location. The beach is walking distance and the beach itself is amazing. The cleaningness of the property was very bad. The whole place needs uplifting. Starting from the kitchen. All the cutlery and utensils were dirty. We bought our own aluminium roasting pans as we were not able to clean their pans they were dirty, burnt and not healthy to cook in them at all. We have reported this to the property manager and the cleaner that she has sent gave us only 3 small aluminium rosting pans which was not enough for 3 families for 3 nights. The dust was never cleaned , the fans themselves have 3cm dust on them, and the side bed lamps as well. The outdoor area is very big beautiful under the trees and when you think you will enjoy the time there you will find the cushions and the lounges are so dirty that you don't want to sit there at all. Noone liked it, we won't be booking this property ever again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2024
Thank you for your feedback. While we appreciate your kind words about the property's location, we take cleanliness and maintenance seriously. It appears you did not raise all of these issues during your stay, which prevented us from addressing them promptly. As per our rental agreement, it's crucial that guests report issues immediately upon arrival so that we have the opportunity to resolve them. Our team did respond to your report regarding the cookware, and while we provided additional pans, we regret that these were insufficient for your needs. We will review the state of the property's utensils to prevent future occurrences. In terms of cleanliness, while we strive to maintain high standards, our rental agreement also notes that the presence of some dust or outdoor debris can occur, particularly in outdoor areas. We would have been happy to address the issues with the fans and outdoor cushions had they been reported at the time. We hope you'll reconsider staying with us again, as we value your feedback and are always working to improve our properties.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tamara J.

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

Great location

Booking was simple and all questions were answered promptly. Location is lovely within the estate and access to the beach was closer than expected with all the walkways and the kids loved the pool facilities. House layout was great and fit 12 people comfortably having multiple places to lounge was great! The only thing I’d recommend is perhaps reassessing the bed/mattresses for the queen rooms some finding them a bit too soft however this may suit others.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
We’re glad you had a great time. It makes us happy to know you enjoyed your stay, so thanks for leaving us a review, and we hope to have you holidaying with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Calming Waters - great name for a great stay

Calming Waters location in a quiet bushy estate with access to the community pool and short walk to the beach was a perfect location for a for a family get together for all ages. Plenty of space in the well appointed home and Callala Beach is an beautiful location. The ferry ride to Huskisson is a great day out for all ages
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Janelle, thank you kindly for your great feedback on Calming Waters. We don't usually hear anything that isn't fantastic about this one!
Verified

8/10 Good

Paras H.

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

Lovely house, great location

This is a lovely house. It was beautifully clean when we arrived. We had a great time and would recommend the house to others.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks for the awesome review, and for choosing to stay with us. We’re delighted you had a great time, and hope you can stay with us again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia W.

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

Beautiful spacious home close to beach

Stayed here with 4 adult couples and 4 kids. We loved the light-filled space and plentiful living areas. The kitchen was well equipped. The house was really clean however there were yellow stains on our towels. The house guide mentioned that there would be access to the garage and a kayak inside which we were looking forward to, but upon arriving and calling the designated contact, this was changed without notice at the request of the owners. Short stroll to a beautiful beach. Access to an indoor community pool however be warned it is not heated! The location is good if you like peace and quiet, but is 30min from the larger supermarkets and bustling cafes and restaurants of Huskisson. Would consider staying here again as we really did love the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We’re thrilled that you had a pleasant stay, and we can’t wait for the next holiday that brings you back.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniel Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not bad but wouldn't stay here again

The layout is not ideal for a 5 bedroom house only bookable for those with kids. There's only 1 bathroom and 1 ensuite for somewhere that sleeps 10+ people. The walls are also paper thin so expect to hear every conversation and kids first thing in the morning. Signs everywhere about keeping the noise down after 10pm felt a bit over the top. House-keeping here was poor. When we arrived the bins were already overflowing, loads of dirty glasses in the cupboard, pots and pans which had been used and just put back into the kitchen drawers and bbq was dirty. Not all negative though. The house overall was big and roomy and we had a good time. It's really close to the beach which is a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Daniel, Calming waters is clearly listed as a family only property, you would have noticed when you booked it stated: Please note that this is a families only property - no large groups of adults are permitted. Your group must consist of a combination of adults / kids . The comments regarding housekeeping are very odd as this particular house keeper is one of the very best, she's extremely thorough and knows the property owner personally so she ensures this house is maintained exceptionally well. We didn't have any calls or emails at all upon your arrival or during your stay regarding problems with the housekeeping. Our rental agreement asks guests to contact us if there is an issue so we can fix this for you, sending us pictures of the problem will also help us determine if action actually needs to be taken.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Lesley H.

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

Amazing!

Amazing property. Will definitely book this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay, and for leaving us a stellar review. We’re pleased you enjoyed your stay, and hope we see you on another holiday with us soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Fabulous accommodation with plenty of room for two large families

Clean, fresh, plenty of sunlight and room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re happy to hear you had a lovely stay, and can’t wait to have you back with us on your next holiday.
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris V.

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

Great place

Great house in a beautiful neighbourhood. Would go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks for leaving us a great review. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we can’t wait for you to visit again, or in one of our other gorgeous properties.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar P.

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

Awesome place, would definitely come back again!!

very well located and espacious areas
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Great guests - thanks for staying with us at Professional Holiday Homes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie-Ann B.

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

Lovely 4 days away

Calming Waters is a stunning property. The pictures online do not do it justice. Very short walk to the beach and short drive to takeaway and groceries. We are a family of 5 staying, but the property could quite easily fit two families very comfortably. We loved our stay and wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Great guests - thanks for staying with us at Professional Holiday Homes!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

We had a great time while there .

Great place .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and for the wonderful review. We work hard to make every holiday enjoyable, so it’s great to hear you had a fantastic time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Harjit B.

Very warm and welcoming property !!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Calming waters and would love to come back again. The property is well furnished and very well located. We happened to have a minor hiccup during our stay, but thanks to Sophie, she took made sure that the stay remains joyous !! Highly recommended.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Harjit, Thank you for your lovely review on Calming Waters. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay & that Sophie could ensure that any issue encountered didn't impinge on your enjoyment of this beautiful property and area. We agree, it is well furnished and very well located. A short walk to the communal swimming pool and the white sands of Callala Beach. We hope to see you again in future. Please accept 10% off your next stay at Calming Waters as thanks for your review.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

MAYURAN J.

Great common space to spend time with friends!

I stayed here with a group of friends for the weekend - weather was terrible so we spent a lot of time in the house - it has great shared space to cook, eat, drink and hang out with family/friends - nice outdoor patio space as well. Special thanks to Tatum at Holiday Rental Specialists for her great customer service!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Mayu, Thank you for taking the time to review Calming Waters. We are glad that the weather didn't deter you from enjoying the property & all it has to offer. The owner has gone to great lengths to ensure everything you need is there to enjoy a relaxing stay at the property. Perhaps you will return in nicer weather to appreciate the proximity to the pool and beach. Holiday Rental Specialists hope you return. Please accept 10% off your next stay at Calming Waters.

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Our name is Professional Holiday Homes and we aim to live up to the word “Professional” in everything we do. The formula for our properties is based on the award winning holiday homes created by our CEO.

Our approach to property management is that we want you to feel that the property is your own for a few days. As such we limit our communications to a few important emails, but otherwise we will leave you alone! If you are looking for a host that provides welcome platters on arrival, champagne in the fridge and who will contact you throughout your stay, we may not be the right host for you.

What you will get from us are well equipped, fairly priced, pet and family friendly holiday homes that are loved by their owners.

We work in a people business and very infrequently things go wrong - if this happens we will do our best to rectify the situation immediately. In busy periods it may take us a few hours to get to messages so picking up the phone is the fastest and best way for us to provide you with the support you need in an urgent situation.

As we are a licensed real estate agent you can be assured that all properties are fully insured, meet fire safety standards and are registered with NSW planning.

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