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Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach!

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Beach
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1581 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach!

Discover your perfect getaway at Callala Beach Shack, a pet-friendly haven just 200m (a 3-minute walk) from the pristine white sands of Callala Beach. With stunning beach views from the top deck and loft window, this is the ideal retreat for families, couples, or anyone seeking relaxation by the sea.

Why Choose Callala Beach Shack?

Prime Location: Only a 2.5-hour drive from Sydney Airport or 3 hours from Canberra, making it a convenient coastal escape.
Beach Access: Enjoy year-round pet-friendly beach times (off-leash hours vary seasonally). Check signage at beach entrances for specific rules.
Spacious & Versatile: Spread over 3 levels with 5 bedrooms, accommodating families, groups, or couples.

Unwind and Explore

Callala Beach Shack offers a mix of adventure and tranquility:

Beach Days: Swim, build sandcastles, or read on the soft sands of Jervis Bay.
Outdoor Activities: Enjoy cycling, fishing, tennis, golf, diving trips, whale and dolphin watching, and sailing tours.
Relaxation: Soak up the sun on the top deck or unwind on the covered back deck with an outdoor dining area and gas BBQ.

Family & Pet-Friendly Features

Fully fenced yard with a swing set, for kids and dogs.
Pets stay for free! Just notify us (dog water and food bowls are provided) & bring their bedding.
Pet-friendly beach access ensures your furry friends can join in the fun! (Off leash times vary seasonally so please check the signage at beach entrances)


Modern Comforts & Amenities

Living Areas: Air-conditioned spaces, HD TV, DVD player, Chromecast, and a collection of movies and games for rainy days.
Fully Equipped Kitchen:
Stove, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, sandwich press, and pod coffee machine (K-Fee pods).
Pantry staples like cooking oil, salt, pepper, cling wrap, and more are provided for your convenience.
Ground Floor Kitchenette: Ideal for additional guests or snack prep.
Laundry Facilities: Washer, clothes airer, ironing board, and outdoor clothesline with laundry supplies included.

Roomy & Comfortable Layout

Spread across three levels, the shack is perfect for families, couples, or larger groups, offering plenty of space to relax:

Loft Level:

1 bedroom with a queen bed
1 single bed with a trundle.
5-seater lounge – a quiet retreat for parents or some peaceful downtime.

First Floor:
Main bathroom with bath and shower.
2nd bedroom with a queen bed.
3rd bedroom with a queen bed.
Fully equipped kitchen and an 8-seater dining area.
Lounge/entertainment area with flat-screen TV and Chromecast.
Deck with outdoor seating for al fresco dining.

Ground Floor:

4th bedroom with a queen bed.
5th bedroom with a tri-bunk bed and single bunk bed.
Kitchenette/breakfast bar for added convenience.
Second bathroom, laundry, and a covered rear deck with BBQ.

Important Information for Guests

Booking Policies

No Parties or Noise Complaints: Disturbances will result in forfeiture of your bond. Respect for neighbors is essential.
Security Deposits: $500 refundable bond; additional charges apply for large groups or guests under 25 years old.
Minimum Stay: Inquire for stays shorter than the minimum; surcharges may apply for one-night bookings.

Key Details

Check-in: 3 pm | Check-out: 10 am (earlier/later times available by arrangement).

Linen: BYO or hire available for $395. Important: If you have opted for linen hire, check-in will be at 4 PM to allow time for setup. However, we will do our best to accommodate a 3 PM check-in when possible.

Cleaning Fee: $250 mandatory cleaning fee; extra charges for additional cleaning if needed.

Parking: Space for 4 cars on-site.

Capacity: We can accomodate up to 10 adults & 5 kids (under 16)
Listed price: is for 8 people & there will be a per person per night charge for guests over this

FAQs

Pets: Approved on request; please notify us if bringing your furry friend.
Wi-Fi: Available but not guaranteed due to coastal reception.
Key Collection: Key safe on-site – access code provided prior to your stay.


The Callala Beach Experience

Step outside and immerse yourself in the beauty of Jervis Bay’s crystal-clear waters and stunning coastline. After a day of exploration, relax on the deck, listen to the soothing sounds of the ocean, or enjoy a BBQ under the stars.

Book your stay at Callala Beach Shack today and create lasting memories in this idyllic coastal retreat. We can’t wait to host you!

Property manager

Geoffrey Carne/ Roxanne Ysit

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited number of onsite parking spaces

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outdoors only or charges will apply

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 872 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: External access to Lvl 1 only

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 2540, PID-STRA-17664

Property is also known as

Callala Shack Pet Friendly
Callala Beach Shack Pet Friendly
Callala Beach Shack - Pet Friendly Callala Beach
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Callala Beach Shack - Pet Friendly Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Callala Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Callala Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jervis Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Huskisson Beach - 28 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Club Jervis Bay - 30 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Jervis Bay Marine Park - 30 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jervis Bay Brewing Co - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Huskisson on Jervis Bay - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Silver Spoon Vincentia - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Vincentia Chinese Restaurant - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach!?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Callala Beach vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Callala Beach and Jervis Bay. Callala Bay Beach and Jervis Bay National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Callala Beach Shack – Pet-Friendly Holiday Home Just Steps from the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jailee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location
Callala Beach Shack is conveniently located near the gorgeous Callala Beach. The property owner was very accommodating and made our stay enjoyable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Enjoyable Home
We loved our stay, we will be back. We had so much fun.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ANNA P.

Comfortable Stay
7 Adults & 2 young children & our 4 legged child, stayed very comfortably in this property, loved that there were board games to play, and the walk to the beach took all of 1 minute, very relaxing for our mid winter stay.

10/10 Excellent

Jethro C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location
Excellent house, pet-friendly, close to the beach and pub. Wish we stayed a bit longer.. One of the best holiday homes we’ve ever been to. I’d love to thank our host for being so nice for allowing us a late checkout. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leila Y S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at this lovely place
Our group of friends had a great time at this place which was quite spacious (5 bedrooms) and the amenities and large backyard made our stay quite enjoyable after long days out and about. Callala Beach was a leisurely 2 min walk along a quiet main road. Will consider again in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juvy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home….
Beautiful light-filled home so close to the beach! The Beach Shack is a perfect home away from home that can comfortably accommodate 2 families and fur babies. To top it all off, the property owners are locals and were quick to respond to requests. Highly recommended. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chloe D.

Great house, great location
We had a great weekend stay, house was lovely, clean, comfortable and well equipped. Ideal for large groups and great location. Close to the beach and RSL (kids club on a fri). Would definitely stay again. Thanks Geoff and Claire
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Monique J.

Fantastic Stay
A beautiful home at a beautiful location. We attended here for a hens weekend and loved every second. From an organisation point of view, the owners were a pleasure to deal with and the property was a very affordable price. Will definitely be coming back again.

6/10 Okay

Ruth R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Callala family shack
This is a shack so works well for children and its configuration works well for extended family groups. Has been done up but not in a particularly professional way. Not particularly well equipped but very comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
The house was just what we wanted. Geoff even dropped off some life jackets so that we could kayak. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
The house exceeded our expectations. Water views from loft. Spacious balcony and a great back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Loved our week in Callala bay. The house is a great location and housed 9 people comfortably. The house could do with a little maintenance but it's nothing major. The owners were a pleasure to deal with and I definitely recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Karlie C.

Great Stay
Location was perfect. Quiet with a short 5 minute stroll to the beach. Rooms were great - comfortable beds and inviting rooms. Kids loved the backyard to play in!! Kitchen is a little small to cook for 10 adults but we made do. Open dining and living is great for the kids to watch TV and play while the adults have meals. If you have children I would bring a safety gate for the stairs to get in between levels which are on the outside of the property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor B.

Suited our group PERFECTLY!
Our group had the perfect stay at the Shack! It catered for a group of 14 people so comfortably, we never felt like we were sitting on top of each other. There are so many different living/casual areas. The beds are very comfortable and the bathrooms are immaculate. The cupboards are well stocked with everything you need, just like home. Unlike some places you stay where you want to be out of the house and back at your own place asap, The Callala Beach Shack makes you want to stay for good! Wish we could have stayed for longer, you can count on us contacting you again in future. Thank you!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

MARK G.

Good property
We had a great stay at Callala Beach shack and the house was very versatile with its three levels and 5 bedrooms for our needs. The street is a little noisy with more traffic then I expected but its quite close to the beach. There was no dog thrower or bowls as mentioned, no remote for TV and no microwave dishes. The 2 gas bottles were virtually empty as well. Other then those issues it is a great spot for a holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Victoria O.

We enjoyed our stay in this pleasant spot
We enjoyed our stay at Callalla Beach Shack. The house is cute and very near the beach. And plenty big enough for our group of 11. The loft is a fun place for kids to hang out, and the separate area downstairs was good for our (older) kids too. It's true the kitchen is small, but clean & newly renovated. Thicker curtains would have been helpful in some bedrooms - we had to hang up blankets to block the light. The natural light filling the house is great in the daytime though! There were a few little dramas, but Geoff the owner was very helpful in addressing these. A good place to stay with a larger group.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Victoria O.

A very thoughtful owner
This is my second review, because I had to add something important. Geoff, the owner, is incredibly thoughtful. We foolishly left some things behind - my friend left her favourite leather work shoes, and my daughter left her new ugg boots. Geoff kindly dropped them off to us in Sydney! It was very much appreciated. Victoria
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ms S.

Well thought accommodation for pleasant experience
This property is full of positives. Not sure where should I start form!! We spent our holiday with two other friends and their family. We were 6 adults and 3 kids and still there was plenty of space to accommodate more. Well thought, organized and convenient to suit all ages. We had loads of fun while our stay here and would recommend for revisit. If you are looking for personal space for couples, play ground for kids or have a good fun time around BBQ having get together, this property is certainly the one which ticks all the boxes. Thank you Geoff and Clare for such nice accommodation arrangements?, we will certainly recommend your property to our friends and families.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lyndel H.

Great group house
My six girl friends from school and I had a very enjoyable long weekend away at Callala Beach Shack. The shack is set up well for a group such as ours - we all got a bed and the beds were very comfortable, and we could all park our cars out the front. Bathrooms are excellent - the showers are just lovely. There was so much to do we didn't need to use the tvs. The beach is a short walk from the house and so peaceful and serene. We had one wet day but spent that playing games and talking, drinking cups of tea and then wine when the hour was appropriate. The kitchen is well appointed and we enjoyed our meals there. We had everything we needed and a wonderful time was had by all. Thank you.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Great Owners -- a pleasure to deal with!
Because of a booking snafu, we actually didn't get to stay in this lovely beach house. However, I wanted to provide feedback on how fantastic the owners are to deal with respecting booking. Geoff really went out of his way to help us find an alternate rental after our booking with him fell through. We were looking for a place on short notice and may have just given up but for Geoff's helpful suggestion on an alternate rental. He went the extra mile to help us out and put me at ease regarding the booking confusion. Thanks so much Geoff! We really appreciate it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Lovely spacious, relaxed house
We stayed at the Callala beach shack with the family ( two teenaged kids and our Dachshund) in April and immediately felt at home. It was fully equipped with a modern kitchen and bathroom while still having a traditional beach house vibe. It was very spacious, and the flexible layout ( self contained downstairs, separate upstairs and loft) provides opportunities for two families, teenaged kids etc. It was only a three minute walk to the beautiful dog friendly Callala beach, and you could see the water from the loft upstairs, and we loved listening to the sounds of the ocean. The property is dog friendly (downstairs) and has a large fenced in back yard. There was a great selection of dvds which we enjoyed watching together at night. Great value for money and only two and a half hours from Sydney. All in all a really comfortable and relaxed place, we would recommend it and look forward to coming back!

10/10 Excellent

Heather J., Corrimal, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect pet friendly place to stay
Plenty of parking at the front & secure good sized pet friendly back yard. Nice big covered back deck area good night lights. The BBQ is big but is different to the pictures and 3 of the burners don't work. The downstairs apartment is a good size with kitchenette, washer and a big bathroom. The loft at the top was great my boy loved it. There are lots of beds throughout the house upstairs & downstairs. The rooms are small but the beds are comfortable and clean. Plenty of blankets and pillows too. We brought our own anyway. Has a small but cozy lounge area with Chromecast and the dining table was big enough. We loved the fire pit at night. The kitchen is small but well stocked. The fridge has seen better days but does the job. The top main bathroom is nice enough it has a corner bath. The fan is a bit noisy. There is a long crack in the front facing top sliding door lower panel (was rhere before us). I'd like to suggest there should to be a condition report noting damage already at the property before you go, or acknowledgement there are some things damaged they already know of so everyone is on the same page when it comes to the condition of the property prior to entering. It's in a good location near the beach. The sunsets are lovely from the balcony & people are friendly. Overall, we had a nice break away from home, would we go back? We'd consider it. Great prompt communication from the host pretty seamless booking transaction which I prefer. Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Property was comfortable and well-equipped, close to the beach and suited us perfectly. Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ben A., Cudal, NSW, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean & comfortable
Only missed out on 5 stars because of wear and tear on a few things but overall we would return and we're happy with everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday house
A large family holiday house close to the beach and 5 minutes drive to Calalla Bay shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021