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Beach Bungalow – pet friendly beach house opposite dog beach

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A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a line of trees.
A cozy room with a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a table with breakfast items.
Interior
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a fireplace, a television, and a large window.
TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Corlette, NSW
  • Place, Bagnalls Beach Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Anchorage Marina Port Stephens
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Dutchmans Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beach Bungalow – pet friendly beach house opposite dog beach

Special Offer – Stay 3 Pay 2 (book for 3 nights and get the 3rd night free) is for bookings staying between 1st May - 30th September 2026 that are booked on or after the 10th of April 2026. Book your getaway now using promo code Stay3Pay2. 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.

Holiday Rental Specialists is pleased to present Beach Bungalow, ideal for couples, families and pets.

The Property Features
· Air conditioning in lounge room and two bedrooms
· Fully equipped kitchen with microwave and Nespresso coffee pod machine
· Complimentary WiFi and laptop workspace
· Smart TV
· Combustion fireplace in lounge room
· Ceiling fan in lounge room
· Fully fenced and pet friendly with dog friendly beach across the road
· Fly screens on windows
· Gas BBQ and outdoor dining for 6
· Washing machine and dryer
· Parking for 2 cars in driveway

Bedroom Configuration
· Bedroom 1: 1 queen
· Bedroom 2: 1 queen and 1 single

Bathroom Configuration
· Bathroom 1: shower, toilet and vanity (small enclosed tub at foot of shower, suitable for small children)
· Bathroom 2: (ensuite) shower, toilet and vanity

Escape to relaxed coastal living at Beach Bungalow, a bright and spacious pet-friendly holiday home perfectly positioned directly opposite Bagnalls Beach – Port Stephens' only off-leash dog beach. With a fully fenced backyard, two living areas, and easy access to Nelson Bay, this family-friendly retreat is ideal for beach lovers, pet owners, couples and small families seeking a laid-back coastal getaway.

Wake up to sea breezes and start your day with a stroll along the waterfront, a swim in the calm waters across the road, or a coffee in the sunshine before exploring everything Port Stephens has to offer. Perfectly located between Corlette and Nelson Bay, you'll be within walking distance of beaches, parks, cafés, restaurants, cycleways and the marina.

Inside, Beach Bungalow offers comfortable open-plan living filled with natural light and coastal charm. The spacious layout features two separate living areas, making it easy for families to spread out and relax. In summer, enjoy air-conditioning and cooling sea breezes, while in winter, cosy up beside the combustion fireplace after a day exploring the bay.

The fully fenced backyard provides a safe space for children and dogs to play while adults unwind on the covered patio. Fire up the BBQ, enjoy alfresco dining with family and friends, and soak up the relaxed holiday atmosphere that keeps guests returning year after year.

Distances to
· 80m to Bagnalls Beach – pet friendly
· 100m to Bartlett cycleway
· 160m to Sanook Thai Restaurant and Corlette general store
· 400m to Corette Hall Yoga classes
· 900m to Port Stephens Shell Museum
· 1km to d’Albora The Anchorage Marina Port Stephens
· 3km to Woolworths Nelson 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 linen for the complimentary portable cot. BYO beach towels.

Toiletries
Shampoo, conditioner and body/hand wash are provided.

Property Specific Notes
This property is a charming original beach house, built over 40 years ago. Note that the pricing reflects its age, and some natural wear and tear can be expected.

Pets are welcome at this property. There is a AUD 100 surcharge to have your pet stay. This surcharge may vary depending on the length of the stay. Please declare at the time of booking and refer to the terms and conditions regarding pets.

If you bring a pet, a surcharge of AUD 100 will be added after the booking is placed.

The property is fully fenced.

WiFi is offered as a complimentary extra. As there is no charge, issues will be dealt with Asap but cannot be guaranteed.

Enough wood will be supplied for the fireplace/slow combustion wood heater for the first two nights. After that, guests must purchase top-up wood and kindling from the local petrol stations at their own cost.

To ensure the comfort of our guests and the neighbours, we do NOT accept bookings for “Schoolies” breaks/groups and under no circumstances do we allow weddings or parties of any sort.

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.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Bagnalls Beach Reserve. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The holiday home offers a washer/dryer and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with washer/dryer, 2 bathrooms and fireplace
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Bagnalls Beach Reserve and 13 minutes on foot from Anchorage Marina Port Stephens
Beach Bungalow – pet friendly beach house opposite dog beach offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 2315,PID-STRA-15467
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

47_387

Beach Bungalow – pet friendly Beach Shack directly opposite beach Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location to the off leash dog beach was fantastic and short drive to other locations, such as Nelson Bay, Shoal Bay, the Lighthouse and more. The property was great for 4 people with plenty of room.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Great Location

Enjoyed our stay, brilliant location. Great holiday beach house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Perfect beach getaway

The property is walking distance to both the beach and the shop. Good amount of living space, adequate kitchen and the back yard is perfect for families and dogs.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

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

Review

Really enjoyed staying in the “shack”. Only comments: Dishwasher would have been nice Bathrooms very small, basically half bathrooms Shed at the back is only for early risers
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARIA R.

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

Fun by the beach

We stayed here with our two dogs and enjoyed the easy access to Bagnall's off leash beach. Plenty of space inside with a safe, fenced in back yard. Well equipped kitchen but no dishwasher. The combustion heater and well stocked wood shed was a cosy bonus. Plenty of beds for extra guests. A great little set of shops up the street
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

dave d.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Just an average experience

No tv reception for first 2 1/2 days then antenna replaced and poor reception then. On arrival after agreed time gardner was moving lawns so could not really access property. Very old smelly lounge suites were very uncomfortable. Price very expensive for just one couple.Location was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

FIONA P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Dog stay

Location of bungalow is a breeze to walk to bagnells with puppy dog in tow. Beware of hotdays, pedastool fans don’t cut it. That beaut breeze can only be felt on the front porch and makes it uncomfortable. The beach decor is a great layout. Darker curtains in from area is highly recommended to keep house cooler then white sheer. Had my mother too she liked it , except was weary not all windows locked properly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Really great property with a couple of drawbacks

Overall we really enjoyed our stay, the location close the beach is fantastic, the place had everything we needed and the bedrooms were well appointed. I would absolutely recommend but a couple of things to note, the aircons have a 4 hr timer so on a really hot night you will need to press the timer to turn them back on, the aerial isn't great so when it's windy, which is most of the time, the picture breaks up a lot. The back room is really a shed with no aircon, wouldn't advise in summer, this wasn't an issue for us as we just used the main bedrooms. The security of the property isn't fantastic with the window and slider door locks very flimsy. Both bathrooms are narrow, my husband could barely fit the shower opening, the other one was slightly better. Hope that helps.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kerry C.

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

Disappointing Beach Bungalow Corlette

Whilst the location to the dog beach was excellent and the property was set up with plenty of seating, bedrooms and contemporary appliances (no dishwasher) and linen, it was dirty. The floors clearly had not been washed in a considerable time, the toilet seats were left dirty from the previous tenants, the paintwork was stained and grimey and the furniture dusty and mouldy. There was also a lingering odour that could not be removed even with constant air flow and air freshener. The carpet in the living room was filthy and needs replacing. The television had interrupted reception and we were unable to use it. The lock on the sliding door in the sunroom was faulty making it difficult to lock. We cut our stay short because of the odour and grubbiness. However, with a repaint, carpet replacement and a focus on effective cleaning it could be improved.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Andrew B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Wonderful location but not a pleasant experience overall

The property managers weren't great. Payment was via email link, credit card the only option with a 60 surcharge! Contacted them for DD details, paid well before due date and sent receipt. 2 weeks before stay told we hadn't paid and at risk of cancellation. I contacted them 3 times and was told they'd urgently confirm. Never heard back. They must have found it eventually because our check in information came in (arrives just 30 minutes before check in time!). Then rang asking me for credit card details! Why?The rear room isn't sealed and had cockroaches, mosquitos and spiders. Our kids (14 & 11) slept in the other room together despite booking this specifically for having their own spaces.The other room had some bugs, but could be sprayed and didn't continue coming in through the night.Many window locks didn't work so can be easily opened from the outside which didn't feel secure. The window screens aren't attached properly and bang against the window in the breeze during the night.Found other people's dog chews under the lounge, not well cleaned. Pretty dark inside, not "awash with natural light" as described on Stayz. Lots of rules too. In the end we felt more like untrusted intruders rather than valued guests.No critical issues, just lots of small ones that added up. Didn't bother contacting the property manager given earlier experience.It is quite a busy road but that didn't bother us. The location is really good - a one minute walk and you're at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cheryl H.

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

Great location close to Bagnalls Beach

This property advertises 3 bedrooms, 6 beds, sleeps up to 10 adults. Then it says it is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Beach house comfortably accommodating 5 guests - this is a bit closer to the truth. A single bed in the same room as a queen bed might suit a couple with a small child, but it is not suitable for 3 adults. The property is really only comfortable for two couples with possibly 1 child. The photographs are clearly very old and in parts make the property look more attractive than it is. The living area and main bedrooms now have plantation shutters and the furniture configurations and décor has changed from the photos. The two bathrooms both have shower, toilet and basin – they are small but functional. The so-called rumpus room is completely different from the photos – it is cramped with a double bed & a tribunk; anyone getting up the ladder would hit their head on the ceiling. There is nowhere to watch the TV – possibly visible from the bottom of the tribunk. The pebbledash floor is covered in carpet tiles that slide around – a rug might make it feel more habitable. There is a small hanging rack, but nowhere else to keep clothes/bags. The roof/ceiling is still corrugated with some clear panels (as per photos), so with thin curtains and blind it is impossible to keep the light out. It is an absolute fallacy to suggest this room could accommodate 5 adults! There is a $118 (linen fee) surcharge for use of this room even if you only require 1 bed. Negotiation of any sort was impossible. The linen came in sealed bags from the laundry dumped on the beds - sheets, pillowcases, towels, doona covers. We had to make the beds ourselves to find there were only 2 single doonas available! Outside is shown as a covered patio but there is no shade making it impossible to sit outside during the day in the middle of summer. There is an old wooden table with 6 chairs but one was broken! Inside the living-area and kitchen are spacious. There are 3 sofas and some easy chairs but the dining-table only has 6 metal cafe-style chairs and could never accommodate 10. Apart from the lack of dishwasher the older-style kitchen seemed well-equipped. That said we made the most of it and enjoyed our Christmas. We just want to paint a more realistic picture of the constraints of the property so that others are not mislead. For the price we paid we were disappointed in the presentation of the “3rd bedroom” that could not comfortably accommodate one or two adults.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Wonderful stay

We loved staying here - the house is in an amazing location (across the road from the beach and half a block from some small shops). The house is clean, well equipped and had all the amenities we needed. Extra perks were a fire pit, fenced yard for the dog, free wifi, two car spots and all linen provided. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrinne M.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Greg B.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024