In the heart of Nelson Bay, Cool Change offers a stylish retreat with multiple communal spaces and intimate nooks. Walk to the beach, foreshore, shopping, and entertainment in under 5 minutes. Enjoy modern comforts like luxury bedding, ducted air-conditioning & heating plus outdoor living spaces including a saltwater swimming pool and sunset cocktail deck.
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7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Vibin' Fun House 400meters (5 min walk) to D'Albora Marinas.
Outdoor Spa
Backyard Upgrades commencing from 7th April 2026.
Guests will have exclusive access to the entire property, including main house, games room, spa and Bbq area, front patio and the undercover alfresco area with smart TV to the side of the property which adjoins the outdoor spa area.
Please be advised that we will be performing significant upgrades to the remainder of the backyard area, commencing April 7th 2026.
Pool Access: The pool area will be completely demolished while we make way for a new 7mtr mineral inground heated pool.
Other upgrades include the construction of a double storey studio cabins with additional bathrooms plus an extra outdoor bathroom.
As per photos, the fire pit, wine barrels area, above ground pool and the extended white table and chairs will be removed. The area will remain fenced off for safety during the period of construction.
All construction works will cease from check-in time 3pm Friday afternoon and recommence from 7.00am Monday mornings unless falls within any other public holidays so to minimise impact to guest reservations during this period.
The backyard renovations will have no impact to the main house and accommodating bedrooms or games room, outdoor spa area Barbecue, or undercover alfresco area to the side of the property which will remain accessable and open for use during this period.
We understand this temporary closure to the backyard may cause some disappointment and we sincerely appreciate your patience as we work to complete these enhancements.
We will provide a follow-up notification with the estimated duration of the work.
Thankyou for your understanding.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONS
Chill out in absolute style, comfort & in the heart of Nelson Bay. Choice of leading NRL players, however, is fit for queens, families or venue hire. New Fun addition 10 person outdoor spa
Walkability to Nelson Bay beach, foreshore, (400 metres-5mins walk), shopping and entertainment.
Cool Change Hire Equipment Available. Kayaks, beach trollies and more.
About Cool Change Cool Change is an incredible double story home that features multiple open plan & generously proportioned communal spaces. Guests can come together in large groups with ample seating, as well as find intimate spaces to escape away for a little quiet time.
Located right in the heart of the Nelson Bay CBD, the property invites you to park the car, forget the keys and explore the blue water wonderland on foot.
Walk north from Cool Change to restaurants, cafes, boutique shops, the marina or foreshore in under 5 minutes. Walk south to the impressive 27-hole championship golf course, golf and bowling clubs in under five minutes as well.
Features retrofit ornately furnished and styled throughout, luxury bedding, modern appliances and a sprawling array of both indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Bedrooms:
* Master bedroom: 2 x adult size king single bunk beds. Ducted air.
* Bedroom 2: 1 x king bed. Ducted air.
* Bedroom 3: 1 x extra-large super king bed. Ducted air.
* Bedroom 4: 1 x queen bed plus smart TV, (portable air-con).
* Bedroom 5: 3 x king single beds. Located downstairs with separate entry. (Ducted air).
* Bed 7: 1 x king bed. Is located on the ground level in the second living room, games room, (converted Garage space), adjoining the ground floor spa room and toilet, smart TV & ducted air.
* Bed 8: 1 x single sofa bed. Located in the upstairs main living area. Ducted air.
11 separate beds plus 1 sofa bed suitable for a child.
All beds are made up with mattress toppers for extra comfort and luxurious white bed linen, pillows and quilts. Bath sheet towels are also provided.
* Ducted Air-Conditioning & Heating * 10 Seater Outdoor Spa (NEW) * Free Wi-Fi Internet * Opulent Body Therapy Spa Bath * Barista Style Coffee Machine * Games Room, Pool Table, Ping Pong, Darts * Elite Series Cooking Appliances * Multiple Flat Screen T.V's with Foxtel/Cable * Saltwater Swimming Pool, Decking, Seating & Umbrella * Full Kitchen with Stainless Steel & Stone Bench Tops & Family Sized Fridge * Extra Long Dining Table with 12 Guest Seating * Kitchenette with Wine Fridge & Ice Maker * Undercover Alfresco Area with Outdoor Smart T.V * Double Grill & Hooded BBQ * Sunset Cocktail Deck with Quiet Street View * Large Outdoor Fire Pit * Luxurious Bath Sheet Towels * Office Space with DVD & Magazine Library * Children's Disney Story Books & Board Games. * Free Off-Street Parking for up to 4 cars.
VIBIN' VENUE - Available to full house bookings (15 guests). Perfectly suited to good people, good times and good vibes. Cool Change is a venue of ultimate comfort it is a place with an inviting atmosphere and a friendly nostalgic feeling that runs throughout. As a venue for small events and gatherings Cool Change offers something a little warmer than the white-on-white coastal chic that is seemingly everywhere these days. We provide a space that is both sophisticated yet chilled. It's a blending of the aesthetics and styling of the nineteen sixties with contemporary comforts and modern-day luxuries. Perfect for those small, intimate events where family and friends can come together and enjoy the comforts of well-considered and relaxed spaces both indoor and out.
GETTING AROUND - Perfectly located and central to the very best that port Stephens has to offer. Walkability to local tourist attractions including, the beach & foreshore offering stunning sunset viewing, picnic and BBQ areas, kids' playground & splash water park, twilight markets, fabulous waterfront pubs, restaurants, cafes, live entertainment, sea food markets, water sports, bike and boat hire, cruise departure points & booking offices, gym, cinema, boutique shopping and Woolworths is only 180mtrs (2 min) walk away. Nelson Bay is the largest town in Port Stephens, centrally located between popular neighboring suburbs such as beautiful Shoal Bay (3.4 km 6 min drive), which plays hosts to the impressive bay view Shoal Bay Country Club and also centrally located to the peacefully stunning Soldiers Point, another little hidden oasis (9.2 km 14 min drive) hosting the vibrant and very cheeky, Cheeky Dog Bar and restaurant, also hosting the spectacular Sunset Beach and the Sunset Beach Deck Café Restaurant & Bar for glorious sunrise/sunset viewing with a coffee or cocktail in hand. At Little Beach you will find the fabulous Little Beach Boathouse (1.4 km 4 min drive), for beach side dining and craft beer or pay a visit to the Inner Light Tea Rooms café located at Nelson Head Heritage Lighthouse which is a museum in a lighthouse-keepers 1800s cottage on a 175-ft. headland overlooking Port Stephens offering unbelievable views, amazing food and deserts, this place is a must when in Nelson Bay, (2.5 km 6 min drive). Visit and climb to the summit of Mount Tomaree in Shoal Bay or the sand dunes & beautiful sunsets of Birubi Beach in Anna Bay.
TRANSPORT Local taxi service operates 24 hours a day or checkout bus timetables for the Port Stephens region, additionally most club venues offer a door-to-door courtesy bus service.
Everything is within easy reach from this premium location.
CLEANING -Enhanced cleaning practices.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
Off limits to guests:
* Antique glassware stored in the overhead cabinetry above the
stainless-steel bench tops.
* Bedroom 5 (12guests or less)
No additional guests permitted on property grounds which exceeds12/14 registered guests staying at the property as per approved booking.
All events must be disclosed and approved in writing by management at the time of booking. all enquiries welcome.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Cot and highchair combo. $100 per stay hire.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional fees apply for events/venue hire.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Additional fees apply for events/venue hire.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 PID-STRA-15771
About the neighborhood
Located in Nelson Bay, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Heritage Light House Cottage and Nelson Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Nelson Bay Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Fly Point Marine Reserve and Toboggan Hill Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide
Does Vibin' Fun House 400meters (5 min walk) to D'Albora Marinas.
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have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Vibin' Fun House 400meters (5 min walk) to D'Albora Marinas.
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pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Vibin' Fun House 400meters (5 min walk) to D'Albora Marinas.
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?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Vibin' Fun House 400meters (5 min walk) to D'Albora Marinas.
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Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Vibin' Fun House 400meters (5 min walk) to D'Albora Marinas.
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located?
This family-friendly Nelson Bay vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Baptist Tabernacle, Nelson Bay Golf Club, and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Fly Point Marine Reserve and Dutchmans Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Outdoor Spa
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Booked to stay for a bucks party and had a great time, plenty of space and easy fit our group (10), great outdoor area for a bbq and games room to hang out and play pool or ping pong
Rod’s home in Nelson Bay has everything! Badminton, above ground pool, spa, bbq, fire pit, table tennis, billiards, an ice machine, a blender, great furniture, stylish interior design, comfortable beds. You couldn’t ask for more! Great location, walking distance to everything in Nelson Bay, we’d love to stay again.
Amazing location, great communication with host and the place had everything you could ask for and more!
Would definitely recommend to groups and would stay again
Rodney was an excellent host and we really enjoyed our time at his home. The house was extremely clean and perfect for a large group.We cooked in the house and it was stocked with all the cooking utensils you would need.I can’t recommend the house enough and would return again!
Great place for a group of friends to stay with multiple areas and plenty of entertainment. Location is excellent and the hosts are responsive and helpful.
We were a group of 9 adults and the property was fantastic right in the heart of Nelson Bay. The owner was extremely helpful as well! I would definitely recommend this property.
This was such a wonderful place to stay! It's even bigger than all of the photos, great outdoor and indoor areas with great facilities. The location is very central with decent parking as well. Rodney was a friendly host with excellent instructions and communication. Very good value for money, would recommend to anyone!
Great property with amazing facilities in ideal location
Great house with plenty of space for our group of 11 adults. This property is 5 min walk to the beach, marina, bars, shops and restaurants making its location perfect. The house has plenty of added extras such as pool, Foxtel, barista coffee machine and a games room with sound system, pool table, darts board and table tennis.
The icing on the top was the communication with the owner, Rodney via the Stayz app. Rodney was always quick to reply and very helpful throughout the booking process and during our stay.
We will definitely stay at this property again and would 100% recommend to friends and family.