Welcome to Bay Vista Penthouse – Heart of Nelson Bay, the epitome of leisure and comfort nestled in the vibrant heart of Nelson Bay. This exquisitely located penthouse promises a memorable stay just steps away from boutique shopping, charming cafes, lively bars, and the renowned D'Albora Marina.
Step off of the lift and into expansive harbour views with our open-plan living area, seamlessly extending to one of four private balconies. One of which is accessed by a door adjacent to the entry door and is equipped with a BBQ and outdoor setting, for alfresco dining. The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped with state-of-the-art cooking facilities, an air fryer, dishwasher, microwave, family-sized fridge/freezer. The dining room opens onto a balcony and features a 10-seater table, perfect for group meals and creating lasting memories. A convenient and private internal laundry with washing and drying facilities is at your disposal.
The Penthouse boasts five generously sized bedrooms. The master suite includes an ensuite, TV, and a private balcony. Bedrooms three and four also feature balcony access, allowing the refreshing sea breeze to flow through the penthouse, should you choose not to use the ducted air conditioning. The main bathroom is a sanctuary of relaxation, featuring a soothing spa bath, toiletries, shower, vanity, and toilet. Secure parking is available with three dedicated car spaces in the undercover garage.
Our perfectly positioned penthouse places you at the centre of Nelson Bay's vibrant lifestyle. Everything you need to indulge in blissful holiday activities is just a short stroll away from Bay Vista Penthouse. With luxurious amenities, prime location, and thoughtful touches, your stay here will be nothing short of unforgettable.
This property has external security camera's in place, this is only for security purposes. PROPERTY SUITABLE FOR groups over the age of 25 and or family groups only.
ACCOMMODATES MAXIMUM 10 guests.
BEDDING CONFIGURATION - Room 1 King Room 2 Queen Room 3 Queen Room 4 King, or 2 long singles Room 5 2 long singles
LINEN & TOWELS ARE SUPPLIED and the beds are made with quality linen. Doonas and pillows are also supplied.
Additional costs when booking: Port-a-Cot $50 per booking with towel, linen and baby blanket hire. Beach/pool towels are $8 per towel hire/ per booking. Highchair $50
BOND - $1000 is payable with the balance of your accommodation and is refunded 3-5 days from your departure date.
SECURITY CAMERAS - For security purposes, this property is fitted with a ring door bell.
All booking guests, including Airbnb reservations, are required to complete a secure online guest agreement within 24 hours of booking. This includes providing valid photo identification (driver’s licence) and credit card verification
CANCELLATIONS - Booking Fee is not refundable ($150). Please see full terms and conditions for full cancellation policy. Airbnb Guests please refer to Airbnb's policies.
NO NOISE - The property is in a quiet residential area which is noise sensitive. Any noise that causes neighbours to complain may result in the loss of your bond. ***This property is located in a quiet residential building which is noise sensitive. Any noise after 10pm that neighbours complain about will result in the loss of your bond. Do not book if you feel that your guests may breach this term and condition.****
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 Term & Conditions prior to booking.
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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 2315, PID-STRA-71184
About the area
Nelson Bay
Located in Nelson Bay, this apartment is by the sea. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Bagnalls Beach Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Toboggan Hill Park and Salamander Super Strike. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and whale watching.
Is Bay Vista Penthouse - Heart of Nelson Bay pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bay Vista Penthouse - Heart of Nelson Bay?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Vista Penthouse - Heart of Nelson Bay on 12 July 2026 start from AU$260, 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 Bay Vista Penthouse - Heart of Nelson Bay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bay Vista Penthouse - Heart of Nelson Bay?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bay Vista Penthouse - Heart of Nelson Bay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bay Vista Penthouse - Heart of Nelson Bay located?
Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Baptist Tabernacle and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Dutchmans Beach and Nelson Bay Golf Club are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Property was fantastic, spacious, comfy beds, excellent kitchen, walk to everything in Nelson Bay
Donna S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Hi Donna,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the property’s space, comfy beds, and well-equipped kitchen. It's great to know the location made it easy for you to explore everything Nelson Bay has to offer. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Stay Port Stephens
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
8 Aug 2025
Best appartment ever
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great appartment. 6 ladies getting together for a fantastic catch up few days.
Jennifer F.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Hi Jennifer,
Thank you for taking the time to review the property. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay.
We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Stay Port Stephens Team
Such a stunning penthouse. So spacious, clean and well equipped. Perfect location - central to cafes and shops. The breeze that would gush through the apartment was heavenly. Would definitely love to stay there again.
Lorraine B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2025
Hi Lorraine,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and loved the spaciousness, cleanliness, and central location.
It’s great to know you appreciated the beautiful breeze through the apartment as well! We would love to welcome you back again in the future." 😊
Stay Port Stephens
We had a wonderful time staying at Nelson Bay. The apartment was everything you could hope for. It was very spacious, plenty of room for everyone. We love cooking when we all get together and the well appointed kitchen made it easy and enjoyable. The beds were very comfortable as was the lounge! A great view of the water and the New Year's Eve Fireworks as well. I would highly recommend this property to other families.
Stuart M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2025
Hi Stuart,
Thank you for taking the time to review the property. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Bay Vista Penthouse.
The penthouse is very well set up for families and the views are beautiful.
We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Stay Port Stephens
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Irvine, NA
7 July 2025
Weekend stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had such a lovely weekend staying in Michelle and Shane’s air b n b in Nelson’s Bay - the location was ideal, right across from a beautiful cafe where we had our breakfast. The apartment was really spacious and clean and had beautiful views. I had great communication with the management also.
A guest from Irvine, NA
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Hi Rebecca,
Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear you had a lovely weekend at our Nelson Bay apartment. The location really is hard to beat—how good is breakfast across the road?
We're glad you found the apartment spacious, clean, and enjoyed those beautiful views. It was a pleasure communicating with you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Warm regards,
Stay Port Stephens Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sonya W.
10 May 2025
Just Perfect
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Penthouse was perfect for our group of family and friends. Everyone had plenty of space, lou ge and dining seating was more than accommodating and kitchen was very well equipped. Furnishings were beautiful and great location with nice views.
Sonya W.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Hi Sonya,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear that the Penthouse was a perfect fit for your group and that everyone had plenty of space to relax and enjoy. It's great to know you appreciated the furnishings, spacious layout, and the well-equipped kitchen. We agree—the views and location really are something special! We hope to welcome you back again soon.
Kind Regards,
Stay Port Stephens Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anthony L.
5 Nov 2024
Perfect
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location, layout, amenities, view. The property and management were perfect. Management gave easy to follow instructions. Will definitely stay again.
Anthony L.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the location, layout, amenities, and views. It’s great to know that everything from the property to the management made your stay perfect. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another amazing stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aaron M.
11 Oct 2024
A perfect location for a family getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This penthouse is huge, beautifully appointed, has everything you could possibly want, and is perfectly located in the heart of Nelson Bay. It's an easy walk to Dutchman's Beach, Little Nelson Bay, and of course everything in Nelson Bay proper. The apartment itself is perfect - lots of room, lovely views, a well appointed kitchen. We really enjoyed our time here.
Aaron M.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2024
Hi Anthony,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the spacious layout, beautiful views, and central location of the penthouse. It sounds like you made the most of everything Nelson Bay has to offer! We’re so glad the well-appointed kitchen and all the amenities added to your experience. We’d be delighted to welcome you back for another stay anytime!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jan H.
2 Nov 2025
Great Location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What a great stay. The Penthouse was just lovely. Clean and well equipped. Had everything we needed. It was a great size for 6 people with 2 bathrooms. The only thing I would change, is maybe take out the big mats located in the living and bedroom areas. I feel this could prove to be a tripping hazard, especially for older guests. Work was being done on the rooftop, so we couldn't use the balconies, which was a little disappointing. Restaurants and shopping were located very close by.All in all a wonderful stay.
Jan H.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Zohra w.
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was not great
Overall experience was not great! The day we arrived the building lift wasn’t working we had to walk up the stairs to the last level with my elderly mum and baby was horrible experience. The house wasn’t that clean especially the bed sheets wasn’t even washed luckily we had brought our own bed sheets despite that my nephew had bed bugs bites all over his body so not great experience.
Zohra w.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2025
Hi Zohra,
Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the lift not functioning during your stay. Unfortunately, we were not notified by the managing strata about the lift issues, and due to recent damaging winds and a power outage, the necessary repairs were delayed. Had we known about the situation prior to your arrival, we would have definitely contacted you to arrange alternate accommodation to avoid any discomfort.
Regarding the cleanliness concerns, we take them very seriously. We did not receive any calls from you during your stay to advise of any cleaning issues nor bed bugs.
The penthouse has recently been fitted with all new mattresses, and the linen is professionally dry cleaned and delivered in sealed bags. Based on this, we find it difficult to believe there were bed bugs, and no previous guests have raised any similar issues. The bites your nephew experienced could possibly have been from mosquito bites or sea lice, especially if you had visited the beach for a swim.
We deeply regret that your experience was affected by these circumstances and will continue to work to improve our services. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Stay Port Stephens
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