shellies on the beach Big House

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Exterior
9.3
Outstanding(102 Reviews)

House in Coffs Harbour

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

BIG HOUSE:( Pet Friendly on request ) ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT, dunes, then beach.
Charming big spacious older style 2 storey beach-house backing on to the beach with your own beach path through the tropical garden. Polished timber floors, with a beautiful Bali feel.
Character-filled eco-chic family friendly home nestled behind the dunes in one of the BEST POSITIONS in Sawtell. This big comfy beach house offers a stainless steel kitchen with a gas cooktop, a 10 seater dining table, relaxing open-space living area downstairs with a ROMANTIC double Bali bed. . And a PIANO!
We are not 50 shades of grey marble, we are comfy and quirky. The Big House has 3 decks/balconies, and 2 bathrooms plus an outside hot shower for after-swims. Free wifi.

Upstairs: 2 romantic Q bedrooms with joint ensuite with shower and bath. The adjacent rumpus room with lounge, TV, has a king single bed, a single day-bed, another outside daybed on the top balcony, 2 decks and lots of room to spread out. The Double Bali bed downstairs in an enclave of the downstairsspace. So two enclosed queen bedrooms and 3 beds in open rooms.

YOUR OWN BEACH PATH at the bottom of the garden to gorgeous Sawtell beach with rock pools, headland and surf. A hot/cold outside shower when you get back.
Cafes, pubs and boutiques , and a MOVIE THEATRE all a short stroll in fabulous Sawtie main st.. Tennis, golf, lawn bowls, famous rock pool, surf club, and a much loved Movie Theatre reopened, all a short stroll away.
Luxurious Bali styled garden has our Buddha Bar hut, and yr path to Sawtell beach.
Sleeps 6 - 8 (extra guests above 6 = $20 p/n)
We are proud to say we have hosted well-known artists, actors, a famous conductor, a judge (with her pet cat) a poet laureate, a family with a pet Joey, and many many happy families with their grandparents and grand-babies.

If our calender says we're booked, still please enquire as it may not have updated.

LITTLE HOUSE: Pet Friendly on request
Next door in the same beaut spot right on the beach, but private from the Big House, offering an intimate tropical hideaway experience. 1 Q bedroom downstairs, plus Bali day bed in living area. Mezzanine floor( loft) has 1 Q,+ 1 S (ladder access, great for the kids or the young at heart.,but not for old or infirm). One bathroom, with internal laundry. Gas cooktop, great air conditioning. Outdoor BBQ and seating areas, cool Gazebo. Sleeps up to 6.
Luxurious Bali styled garden backs onto beach dunes, and your own private path to Sawtell beach. An outdoor entertainment area for dining, bird and wildlife watching, or laZing in the tropical garden. Dogs must respect wildlife.

A short STROLL TO THE VILLAGE for almost everything you would need.

Fab one and two-story Beach houses.Shellies on the Beach Big house and Little house

You can book both beach houses and enjoy a big family gathering (total sleeps 12 -14, )with a luxurious Bali garden and Buddha Bar Bali hut. Your path to the beach leads from the garden. The gardens can be opened to accommodate large outdoor seating for family get-togethers.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Coffs Harbour

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Reviews

9.3
Outstanding(102 Reviews)
Summary of reviews
Unique, quirky, and relaxing beach house with great spaces for gathering, surrounded by nature with easy beach access. Ideal for families, dog-friendly, and fantastic location for a getaway.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
4.0
Mar 2024
Suffice to say that If you're used to third world surf camp standard accomodation you'd find in Indo then, this place fits the bill but with a very first world price tag. The big house is spacious enough for its upstairs 'rumpus' & downstairs 'living areas' to accomodate beds but they lack the privacy to be defined as 3rd & 4th bedrooms. Occupants of these 'shared' sleeping areas need to utilise the outside shower/toilet downstairs. The house has an organic 'earthy' aroma as it seamlessly combines outside/inside living, interacting with the surrounding jungle so well that it sometimes difficult to tell whether you're indoors or outdoors. The bathroom floor pools water which is only a problem if you're a little unsure under foot. The resident 'dune ants' appear harmless enough but do become a distinct irritant when they die inside the house especially on/around bedding. Watch your step and watch out for low lying branches as you make your way to the front door and if you're staying with more than four people, do bring your own coffee cups. The house's architectural style, decor and state of repair/disrepair is beyond my level of expertise to fairly comment on, though I did find it all rather intriguing. The biggest disappointment is that our experience is not an isolated case & has been cited in previous reviews - shame there appears to have been little/no improvement. The host however is extremely personable & I hope remains so after this review while location is tops
10.0
Mar 2024
As soon as we walked in we could feel life’s problems drain away. The close proximity to the beach and slightly quirky furnishings make this house an excellent place to stay. Thanks Shellie.
10.0
Jan 2024
Wish we would have stayed longer
10.0
Jan 2024
We have stayed several times in Shellie’s Big House and love it. Fantastic location amongst nature. A gorgeous quirky house and a thoughtful host who makes sure there are helpful supplies awaiting. Great spaces, indoor and out, to gather or escape and relax so works well for our family plus extras. Dog friendly. Private track to beach 100m away. We had friends staying in Little House so was a perfect arrangement for our group with option of interconnecting gate.
10.0
Dec 2023
We always have a great time at Shellies. Great location and comfortable houses.
4.0
Dec 2023
Booked here a couple of weeks out as we had a chance to get away for 1 night mid week and pets were ok. The good: pet friendly and near the beach, host is quick with replies and made booking easy and is obviously an animal lover. The less good: needs some sort of window furnishings especially in bathrooms, cleaning was sub par (dust and dead bugs in bath and on some of the beds), linens were stained, musty smell upstairs so either needed windows open with mosquitos or air con and smell. Finally the price, for what we paid mid week outside holidays it was really disappointing
8.0
Nov 2023
Shellie’s was a great spot for our family getaway! The house itself was a bit dated and lacking some privacy (just needs a few more curtains/blinds) but had everything we needed for a lovely weekend with our family and fur babies. The location is incredible and Shellie was very accomodating. Overall would recommend 😊
10.0
Oct 2023
My family and I had a really fantastic stay at Shellie’s on the beach big house! If you’re looking for a home with a story this place is for you! Rustic and homely Thanks again! :)

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Coffs Harbour?

The average price for a rental in Coffs Harbour is £136 per night. This rental is £147 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at shellies on the beach Big House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is shellies on the beach Big House pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at shellies on the beach Big House?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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