I was absolutely positively shocked about the direct access to the water, the awesome garden where a koala was sleeping on a tree and the property itself. Spacious flat for 2 persons, double bed as comfy as a 5 star hotel. I loved it The hosts, Linda & Bruce are awesome and warm hearted. They treated me like a friend and showed me around. Couldn't have asked for better hosts

Had a really magical stay in this secluded getaway at Lemon Tree passage. Loved the beautiful garden overlooking the water. We really enjoyed kayaking and fishing. Nelson Bay is about a 40 minute drive away and has lots of great restaurants. Linda was a very accommodating and left us a nice surprise of 2 chocolate Easter bunnies in the fridge when we arrived. We would highly recommend Linda's place to anyone wanting a relaxing break from the city. Can't wait to come back! Nadia and Ayon xx

Our stay was excellent and everything was ready for our arrival. Samantha even had a highchair for our baby and the property is very child friendly. Thanks Samantha.

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Sams beautiful, tidy and charming house with a lovely garden area was just what we were after for a long weekend in Port Stephens. There was all you could think of needing in a kitchen and everything seemed brand new and in sparkling conditions. You will probably need a car to get around and into Nelsons Bay, but the area is very quiet and secluded from any noice. Just lovely! We definitely recommend and would love to return one day.

Samantha's communication was great,she met me at the premises and explained everything to me, the house is awesome very clean, tidy and spacious, its a great place to spend a relaxing weekend or a family holiday.

It was a real home away from home and easy to gain access as keys were on site. The little things that you always forget to buy were in the kitchen like foil, napkins, zip lock bags and other handy things for a picnic. Milk, fruit and chocolate also supplied. Beds were very soft and the reverse cycle air conditioner came in handy at night when it got a little cold. Plenty of books and DVD's in the cupboard, extra towels and bathroom toiletries supplied. Clean and modern with a lovely front and back garden. Short drive to Coles. Very reasonably priced. It is a quiet, comfortable house and we were happy. Plenty of information on local activities left in the kitchen.

Had a lovely New Years at Samantha's place. The place was incredible clean and the garden was lovely and well-kept. Had everything one would need for a trip. Samantha was very helpful and a lovely host. Thankyou!

Samantha was great, the house is in a great location not to far from the local surroundings, I would highly recommend it.

Samantha is very professional at being a great host, she makes sure you are very well looked after.

Stayed for 2 nights and loved the house. It was clean and had everything we could hope for. It was a delightful stay.

We had booked Justin's place for the weekend. Really amazing house with a beautiful view. The house is very neat and has a nice decor. There are loads of things to do in the house and you will never be bored. We had a good time both outside by the water as well as playing pool, arcade and board games in the house. The balcony out in the front is such an awesome place to chill and relax, overlooking the bay. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to relax and have fun.

Nice place to stay. Lots of things to do in the house. We enjoyed our stay here. Justin is really helpful and responsive if you need help.

Amazing home. Everything is modern - brand new in fact. The apartment sits literally right on the water. We enjoyed a few nights sitting on the balcony with seafood and wine, watching the sun go down. Great quiet location for a getaway. The park next door even has koalas in the trees! Jody was great, very welcoming and communication was easy. Would be well suited for a few couples, friends or families. Highly recommended

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lemon Tree Passage in December 2016. We stayed for 2 nights but wished we had more time to enjoy not only the house but also the area. Jody's hospitality was beyond what we expected: she enquired about opening hours of local restaurants on our behalf, suggested beaches within the area and was pro-active in her communication with us. The house was beautifully, thoughtfully and tastefully furnished. All the furniture, decor and appliances were of high quality. Our group consisted of 6 adults and we slept comfortably in the 2 queen beds and one sofa bed. Perhaps the only thing to be aware of is that there is one bathroom to share amongst 6. However, the bath tub/shower is separated from the toilet, and there is a separate wet room (with basin). The place has its own jetty and equipment room is well supplied for those interested in doing water sports and activities. We used the fishing rods and even the bait was supplied by Jody! There are life jackets, ping pong table, bikes, crab trap etc. In short, there is plenty to do! We really enjoyed sitting out on the balconies watching the sunset and lulling about with the breeze coming through the house. Lemon Tree Passage is well situated for exploring the Port Stephens area but it is sufficiently removed from the hustle bustle of places like Nelson Bay.

Christine and George are really hospitable. They have a beautiful home and we had a private stay. They furnished us with all the information we needed and the breakfast the next morning was great. Thanks for the lovely stay:)

We were warmly welcomed by George as we walked up the driveway to the two storey home. George gave us a guided tour and offered either of the two large bedrooms. We were shown the library, bathroom, living/lounge room and breakfast servery. The place is immaculately clean and beautifully decorated. We were greeted by Christine and found her and George very personable and friendly. We were only here for one night and it felt just like home. We went out for dinner and only returned late and found lights were left on for us to find our way up the stairs and to our room. We were provided with an all sorts breakfast eith croissants, jams, fruit compote, a bowl of fresh fruit, assorted breads, orange juice, teas and coffees. Christine and George were there if we needed anything and yet afforded us privacy as well. Most enjoyable short stay snd next time will take a longer break and stay a few more days. Perfectly positioned eithin walking distance of The Point restaurant at the marina. Thanks again Christine snd George we have already recommended your B& B to our friends.

Chris & Georgs were very kind hosts and her house was lovely! We had a nice room and a bath for us alone and the house was very clean. We liked the silence and the positive atmosphere there, so we would definitely recommend this apartment!

George met us on arrival and immediately made us feel welcome by helping with luggage and providing a quick tour. We agree that this is Nelson Bay's best kept secret as it is an oasis by the sea! Beds are comfy; bathroom large (private although separate from the room); sitting room with fridge and kettle. The sunset view and local wildlife complete the experience. Although we left the car at the bottom of the drive, our hosts offered us garage space if we wished to use it. A wonderful experience....we're glad we could stay a second night!

Christine and george were great hosts and we had a lovely stay. The breakfast was yummy especially the homemade granola and we were given all the info we needed to explore the area.

Christine and George were quite simply perfect hosts! Their bed and breakfast is so well appointed, immaculately clean, and extremely comfortable. Their whole house is designed with their guests in mind, which is not typical of airbnb hme stays. It was a pleasure to chat with our hosts. They strike the perfect balance between being available to guests, and providing ample privacy. The breakfasts are plentiful and healthy, with homemade muesli and all! We were especially grateful for the DVDs provided to help us pass the time during 24 hours of very bad weather! We would really enjoy returning, and would highly recommend this place. It is a gem!

This is an incredible place - I felt like I was in a resort, with the added benefit of it being private and comfortable with very friendly and personable hosts. The street is very quiet (all you can hear is the wildlife!) and very close to all of the surrounding bays and beaches. George was there to welcome me when I arrived and he immediately made me feel at home, as did Christine when I met her later. Highly recommended; wish I could have stayed longer than one night.

Christine and George made us feel more than welcome from the moment we arrived. Their home is beautiful, and extremely clean and tidy. It was a pleasure staying there and we would hope to do it again, next time we're up their way.

Many thanks for a comfortable stay at your lovely house. The living area was very generous and well equipped. Advice about the local area was very welcome.

Loved it. A gorgeous property in a lovely, tranquil location. We just wished we could have stayed longer than one night. Would definitely recommend.

A very nice warm house. Grant was very welcoming of us into his home.

Grant was a great host, he left detailed instructions and made it really easy to find our way around. The accommodation was very spacious and had everything that you might need for a relaxing break. The photographs provided on the listing were spot (URL HIDDEN) fact we would go to say the property was even more impressive in person. Everywhere was very clean and tidy and the breakfast provided was a lovely additional touch. The house is very calm and peaceful with no passing traffic.....overall a fantastic few days :) thanks guys.

We had a wonderful stay with a warm welcome from Grant who showed us around the very generously provisioned accommodation in an excellent location with bay view. Lovely coffee machine, comfortable beds and lounges with plenty of space. The accommodation has everything we needed and feels private and relaxed. We will be back! Thanks to the perfect host!

The accommodation was as advertised on Airbnb website. It was a pleasant stay for us,; the house is located in a quiet neighborhood and we love the lush greenery surroundings.

Great place, in impeccable condition and lovely quiet location. Grant is very welcoming, while the house design ensuring you have your own space.

Despite our time at Soldiers Point being a very short stop over, it was relaxing and easy nonetheless. Grant has gone above and beyond to make this place very comfortable for his guests. We only wish we could have stayed longer.

We had a comfortable and pleasant stay at Ines and Steve's place. Steve and Ines were friendly, helpful and happy to share local knowledge, making our stay easy and relaxed. It was great to hang-out in the external, Bali-inspired lounge area but bring insect repellent! The apartment is just across the road from pretty Sunset Beach, a lovely place to chill or have a picnic. A really beautiful and quiet spot for a weekend away from it all.

The place is spotless, had everything we needed and the location was perfect for us. Spotted a koala across the road at Sunset Beach. Steve is so friendly and just a lovely man. Thank you for a lovely weekend!

Great people , easy to be there.

We really enjoyed our stay. Ines and Steve were fabulous hosts and there's a beach straight across the road!! Highly recommend.

We loved every minute of our stay at the Koala Studio. Quiet location, just 3 mins walk to the park and beach. Observe koalas and watch the sunsets... Great spot for family holiday! Ines and Steve reply to all queries super fast and make their guests feel comfortable and welcomed. Awesome spot! Highly recommend.

Great location right next to sunset beach (they nailed the name there, amazing sunsets both nights we were there) Lovely hosts and they gave us loads of information about the area Defiantly wanting to go back some day

Incredible hosts, super friendly and lovely to talk to. House was in a fantastic location in a nice quiet area of Port Stephens

Ines and Steve are lovely hosts and their place is just amazing! It's across the street from the beach, and there are so many things to do in the area. When you arrive Ines and Steve show you around the house and they'd love to give some information about what to do. Felt like checking in to a 5 star hotel. Would highly recommend to stay here!!

Marita was very helpful, informative and really good to chat with. The place was clean and tidy and had everything you could want for a little getaway. The aircon was a life saver and the outdoor areas were lovely to relax in. The only thing was the bed was rather small for 2 tall people, a double but other than that everything was great!

We had a really nice stay with Marita she was very welcoming and helpful giving us lots of advice on the local area. The accommodation was very nicely presented with a really homely feel, great coffee too. The early check in and late check out makes it ideal for weekend breaks really allowing you to maximise your use of the facilities. Thanks Marita we'll be seeing you again.

Marita 夫妇真的很贴心很热情,很早就联系我们,关心我们,因为我们当晚去到已经很晚了,所以她还为我们准备了沙拉和鸡肉,真的超级感动的,房子很干净整洁,花园很美,房子里放满了她们去世界各地旅游的纪念品,她们是热爱生活的人,很幸运能遇到她们,希望有机会再见。

Marita was an amazing hostess very welcoming and gave us lots of advice of what to do during our stay. The room is great and very private And we had everything we could want to make our stay comfortable. The house is very near to the sea where you can walk along the board walk and take a nice swim. Highly recommended!

Marita and her husband were very friendly and helpful. They really took time to explain us all the things around and gave us a lot of tips. They were really interested about our days in Port Stephens and took care of us, we appreciated it ! The house is not big but perfect for a couple, it has everything you need and the garden is wonderful ! There is a walk you can do by foot from the home, where there are some animals, even koalas when you're lucky !

Marita was great and very friendly, super cool spot to stay.

Very enjoyable stay. Comfy bed and pleasant hosts. Close to most of the amenities in the area. Not to be rude but Marita can tell you where to go. Thoroughly recommended.

If you are looking for a place out of the way but in a lovely part of the world then this ticks those boxes. Really friendly host in a comfortable place. Highly recommended.

Perfect comfortable 5* secluded ground floor apartment loved it loved it loved it! Wonderful hosts Colin & Mary. Peaceful location walked along the bay to Soldiers Point definitely stay again YES!

Der Aufenthalt bei Mary und Colin war zauberhaft ! - saubere Wohnung - liebevoll eingerichtet - supernette Menschen - super Ratschläge für Restaurants und Aktivitäten in der Nähe ! - haben sich liebevoll um uns gekümmert ! - Frühstück am Morgen ! :) - Küche war mit allem notwendigem ausgestattet :) Wir hatten einen super Aufenthalt und würden immer wieder zurück kommen ! :) super empfehlenswert !:)

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Mary & Colin were very accommodating, flexible with our check in and check out times and forthcoming with local tips. The place was clean, cosy and had all amenities needed for a comfortable weekend away.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mary and Colin's place and couldnt make any suggestions to improve it - it is very comfortable and has all things needed for a relaxing stay. We will definetly stay again when we go back to Port Stephens

Mary and Colin's place is perfect for a stay in Salamander Bay. It is an absolutely stunning area, and the accommodation was beautiful, clean and comfortable. Mary and Colin were great hosts, and gave us lots of ideas on what do to in Port Stephens. We will be back for sure.

Mary and Colin's place was perfect for our weekend get away. Being in Salamander Bay it was away from all the other weekenders in Nelson and Shoal Bay but close enough that we could still drive in and enjoy the area. Their place was clean, tidy and very comfortable. I would recommend this place to others.

Great location with some cafes/restaurants nearby. Heated pool was great on the 1 occasion we used it. Good central location to places like Nelson bay, Birubi beach etc... Nice modern unit with air-con and ceiling fans.

Jackie's place is lovely. Nice and quiet. Really clean and ample parking around. Close drive to shops and restaurants. Great for a weekend getaway.

Jackie and her daughter were lovely hosts...very comfortable home with a great vibe....great space to unwind...and one of the most comfortable beds I have slept in....would definitely go back.

The room is very clean and tidy. The house is in a very peaceful town, and the environment is pretty good. Jackie is very kind. Recommend to every guest.

Thanks Sue & Dave for your hospitality & sharing your studio. It was nice meeting you and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Your studio has everything one could ask for and is so clean & well appointed. Location is a bonus with only a short drive to the local village and beach and a shopping center not too far away. Thank you again and hope to see you in the near future. Cheers

This is a great little place. Very Very clean and modern bathroom. The location is great for my needs. Dave was very welcoming. Dave and Sue go that little bit further to ensure the stay comfortable and enjoyable. Great Stay

The photos do not do it justice. This studio had everthing we needed and more. my favourite inclusions were the freshly baked cookies supplied. Delich! The location is amazing. close to everything and situated on a peaceful street. We took our kayaks and we were supplied with undercover parking! Highly reccomended! Will definately be back!

Had a wonderful weekend at David and Sue's place. It was just like it looked on the add, clean, comfortable with great parking space. David and Sue where great hosts and available for any advice on what to do in the local area. I would definitely visit again!

The studio was really nice to stay in. The bed was comfy and the studio was nicely designed and our hosts made us feel welcome with personal touches like tea and biscuits. We had breakfast and dinner in the little patio area outside and did some local bird spotting. Dave was great to chat to and gave us advice on where to visit locally. The area was beautiful and we wished we could have stayed longer to go back to swim at Shoal beach and Birubin beach.

This studio is the perfect spot to stay to enjoy Port Stephens and the surrounding area. Dave and Sue are lovely hosts who go above and beyond to make sure you enjoy your stay. The studio is a beautifully renovated space with a modern and sleek ensuite and all the comforts needed to make it feel like a home away from home. The kitchenette is well equipped with everything you need including complimentary biscuits, tea, coffee and even fresh milk in the fridge. I highly recommend staying in this lovely little studio. Thanks again Dave and Sue for a great weekend. I hope to come back soon.

A beautifully presented room for a couple's short break with a helpful host.

Dave & Sue's studio is fabulous. Everything is clean and tidy. Dave was very welcoming when we arrived and gave us all the details needed for the room. This is perfect place. I recommend it for everyone. Thanks Dave & Sue.

We had a lovely stay. We have already recommend this gorgeous little cottage to our family and friends. We will be back!

The cottage was a perfect getaway from the everyday for our little family. The cottage exceeded our expectations - so close to the water, beautifully done inside, everything clean. We loved having our brekkie on the deck looking out at the water, not many better ways to start the day, and listening to the waves at night. A truly gorgeous gem, we'll be coming back.

Our second time here in a month. Beautiful relaxing location. Had a great time. Thank you

Fantastic location, right on the water as shown in the photos. The accommodation was very clean and comfortable. Noleen is a great host who replies promptly and professionally. We had a great weekend!

Very close to the water, one of my favorite things. Saw dolphins on both days and a sea eagle. No one else really around. Great pizza at the marina. Highly recommend.

Fantastic host and spot. Everything was as promised and indicated however the pictures do not do justice to the actual view. No hesitation in recommending Cottages by the Sea.

Wonderful, beautiful location. We had a wonderful, quiet, relaxing weekend away and would definately return if the opportunity provides itself. Thanks Noleen for your prompt communication and assistance, whenever required.

Absolutely wonderful location and accommodation. Exactly as it was described and right on the beachfront. We couldn't have asked for a more relaxing holiday. Will definitely stay here again!

Immaculate house and accommodating hosts who were warm, friendly and helpful. Won't hesitate to return each time we visit the neighbouring sand dunes

A great place for a quick getaway. Great location and accomodating hosts

Margie and Ian are very nice guys.. Thanks again

Highly recommend Margie and Ian's place! Was very clean and modern! Very good value for your money. You won't be disappointed. We met Margie on arrival and she is absolutely lovely. We loved the complementary breakfast/drinks and the box of Lindt chocolates. Will definitely be coming back.

Great airbnb, everything looks exactly as the photos. Super convenient to go quad biking at Stockton Sandsunes and a short drive into town and Mt Tomaree. Great pizza place right next door!

Well equipped house, very comfortable for a 2 days stay with my family. Margie is a great host and I would recommend her place.

Immaculate property with the most comfortable beds I have slept in for a long time! Great welcome by Margie and the breakfast items were such a beautiful touch. Thank you for a great stay!

Thanks Margie and Ian for this great stay. We all really enjoy the bed stuff haha And all the place was lovely decorated ! Wifi and laundry would be the only thing missing at this charming house. Anyways, I highly recommend your place. Thanks a lot Flavien, Daniel & Mercedes

Diana is a perfect hostess and thought of every little detail to make our stay most enjoyable.

We were made to feel very welcome even before we arrived and Diana was very helpful with advice on the area throughout the stay. Very clean and comfortable, well decorated and with good outdoor space as well. Highly recommend staying here!

Lovely well kept private apartment in a beautiful little spot on the coast. Quiet peaceful neighbourhood but lots to do close by.

Great accommodation and great host.

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Such a great place - tucked away and quiet location. Plenty to do with good or bad weather here. The Nautilus is clean, comfortable and most importantly welcoming. We stayed for a weekend, but I would recommended 3-4 days.

Lovely stay exactly as described!

Everything is perfect!