Refuge Gloucester B, 23B Gloucester St - Vue sur l’eau et Wi-Fi

With stunning bay views, modern comforts, and a serene cul-de-sac setting, this holiday home is ideal for families, couples, and groups looking for a relaxed getaway. Perfectly located in a highly desirable street above one of the best family-friendly beaches in the area with its shade and calm waters and a quick walk via the pedestrian stairway to the beautiful white sands of Dutchman’s Beach (locally known as ‘Dutchies’) and 300 metres to Bagnall’s Beach.

When it’s time to explore, a scenic 1klm bayside path takes you to Nelson Bay Beach and Township, where you’ll find vibrant cafés, restaurants, boutique shops, and the d’Albora Marina.a quick walk via the pedestrian stairway to the beautiful white sands of Dutchman’s Beach (locally known as ‘Dutchies’).

Sleeping up to 9 guests with a maximum of 8 adults, across four well-appointed bedrooms, this spacious home offers the perfect blend of privacy and togetherness. The main bedroom features an en-suite and shared balcony with the second bedroom, both entertaining sensation views, while the other bedrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements for families and friends. The main bathroom has a separate toilet ensure convenience for everyone.

The heart of the home is the light-filled, north-facing open-plan living area. Featuring high ceilings, Rinnai gas heater, breathtaking water views, and seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and lounge, this space is designed for comfort and connection. Cook with ease in the fully equipped kitchen, fitted with an Induction Cooktop, plumbed family size refrigerator / freezer, Air Fryer, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker and Dishwasher. Enjoy your morning coffee on the balcony or unwind in the air-conditioned lounge room with the wall mounted Smart TV, soundbar and unlimited Wi-Fi.

Step outside to enjoy panoramic water views, laze back on the hammocks or whip up a perfect feast on the full size Weber BBQ, open the sliding doors for dinner with a breeze as well as a view – just perfect for summer evenings listening to the bird song on Gloucester Street.

The convenience of an outdoor shower with hot and cold water for rinsing off after the beach and being a family friendly property with shade available. The internal laundry provides a front loader washing machine and dryer, plus the bonus of tandem parking in the driveway for two vehicles makes this very convenient.


Whether you’re here for lazy beach days, coastal walks, or vibrant dining, Gloucester Retreat B is your perfect base for an unforgettable Nelson Bay holiday.

Additional features

• EV charger
• Stunning Water Views
• Split system A/C and ceiling fan in the living area
• Smart wall mounted TV and Sound Bar
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, plumbed fridge, Rice maker, Sandwich Press, Air Fryer, Slow Cooker, Induction Cooktop, Breville Coffee Machine
• Fully equipped laundry with front loader washing machine and dryer
• Driveway parking tandem car spaces plus street parking
• Hair Dryer
• Outdoor Shower – hot and cold
• Enclosed Yard
• Internal Stairs
• The ‘Ring Doorbell’ camera is positioned at the entrance
• This property can be rented in conjunction with Gloucester Retreat A next door for larger family groups

Bedroom Configuration - Sleeps 9 with a maximum of 8 adults

Bedroom 1 (entry level) – Queen Bed + Balcony + Ensuite + Water Views
Bedroom 2 (entry level) – Queen Bed + Balcony + Water Views
Bedroom 3 - (mid-level) – Tri Bunk (double underneath/ single above)
Bedroom 4 (mid-level) – Queen Bed

Linen: -

This property does not include sheets, bed making and bath towels, please bring your
beach towels. The property also provides pillows, blankets, and quilts.

Property Notes:

Pets are not permitted at this property.

This property does have Wi-Fi.

Parking: Single Garage and driveway parking tandem style for two cars plus street parking

Lift: No

Notes:

By making a 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 Info tab on our website or via the link which will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email.

This property is to be used as holiday rental only, it is not to be used as a principal place of residence. Please refer to our Terms and conditions also found on the Guest Info tab on our website.

Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have extra visitors (this includes day visitors) in addition to booked guests, you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission if the property permits this.

Obligations to neighbours – Section 2.5.2 of the Code of Conduct

A guest must not at any time during the occupancy period:-

(a) create noise that because of its level, nature, character, or quality, or the time it is made, is likely to harm, offend, or unreasonably disrupt or interfere with the peace and comfort of neighbours and other occupants of the premises
(b) act in a violent or threatening manner towards neighbours or other occupants of the premises
(c) act in a manner that could reasonably be expected to cause alarm or distress to neighbours and other occupants of the premises
(d) use or enjoy the premises in a manner, or for a purpose, that interferes unreasonably with the use or enjoyment of common property by neighbours and other occupants of the premises in a strata or community scheme
(e) intentionally, recklessly or negligently cause damage to premises, any common property or any other communal facilities within the immediate vicinity of the premises, or any public property in the vicinity of the premises
(f) intentionally, recklessly or negligently damage the personal property of neighbours of the premises or other occupants of a strata or community scheme.

This property is approved for holiday accommodation only, no extra bedding mattresses, tents, caravans or more cars than the property accommodates are allowed.

After hour emergency service is available 24/7 during your stay.

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.