Notes from the host
Callala Beach Shack Near Jervis Bay Maritime Museum
It's time to coast!
Just a 200m/3-minute walk puts you on the white sands of Callala Beach, we really are that close to the beach! Beach views from the top deck and loft window!
Spread out over 3 levels & 5 bedrooms, Callala Beach Shack is the perfect accommodation for your family getaway, all grown-up family gathering, several couples, or taking some romantic time out just
for 2.
We are only two and a half hour drive from Sydney airport and three hours from Canberra. Don't forget we are also pet-friendly & so is Callala Beach!
With off-leash times all year round.
(October – April)
4 pm - 8 pm
(May – September)
(3 pm - 10 am)
Please check the signage on each entrance as there are other rules.
Enjoy walks, building sandcastles, reading on the beach, or going for a swim in the clear waters of Jervis Bay. You can also go cycling, fishing, tennis, golf, and many other local activities including
diving trips, whale /dolphin watching & sailing tours, or you just relax & soak up the sun…
Spend the afternoons and evenings on the covered back deck, with an outdoor dining setting, and a gas BBQ. There's a good-sized yard that is fully fenced for kids & dogs to play in including a swing set
& other sports equipment & outdoor games.
The 1st & loft levels are air-conditioned for your comfort, or you may choose to open the deck doors & listen to the sounds of Jervis Bay in your footstep.
The ground floor is also air-conditioned in both the kitchenette/living area.
There is a digital HD TV and DVD/Chromecast in the main living area.
Check out the collection of movies & games scattered throughout the house & find something to please everyone especially if the weather is not beachy.
We have a fully equipped Kitchen, with
-stove and oven
-fridge/freezer
-pod coffee machine (k-Fee pods)
-microwave
-toasters
-kettles
-sandwich press
-utensils
-plates and cups
-plenty of drinking & Wine glasses
We also have pantry supplies, cooking oil, salt, pepper, cling wrap, plastic bags & the like as this is what we always found lacking when off-holiday renting ourselves.
The ground floor has a kitchenette.
The property is fully fenced so the kids are safe & dogs are welcome on the ground floor & outside. The local beach is nearly all off-leash and dog-friendly.
We just ask that you notify us if your four-legged friend will be coming. Water & food bowls are there so just bring your best friend's bedding.
Please respect our house & future guests & keep your 4-legged friends of the furniture & bedding.
There is a washer, clothes airer as well as an ironing board/iron if you need it along with a clothesline outside (you will find laundry supplies in the cupboard).
THIS IS NOT A PARTY HOUSE, WE LIKE OUR NEIGHBOURS & ANY NOISE COMPLAINTS OR DISTURBANCES WILL NOT BE TOLERATED/RESULT IN THE DONATION OF YOUR BOND TO LOCAL CHARITIES.
Our Calendar is 100% up to date, if it is blocked out then it is NOT available, please don't send an inquiry for other dates requesting ones that are blocked out or for stays less than the minimum.
Last-minute bookings are subject to the availability of cleaning staff.
ONE-NIGHT STAYS have a tariff of 50% of the following night applied to them. Ex: if the night you booked costs $250/night, and the cost for the ff night is $250 there will be an additional $125 to your
final tariff (this only applies for one-night booking). The said amount will be requested through this platform after your booking.
Callala Beach Shack's layout is set up for the perfect holiday.
The loft
* 1st bedroom with a queen-size bed
*1 single bed with trundle
* 5 seater lounge area is perfect for a parent's retreat or when you need a bit of peace & quiet
*3-seater lounge
The first level
* Main bathroom with bath & shower
* 2nd bedroom with queen-size bed
* 3rd bedroom with double bed
* Well-appointed kitchen
* 8-seater dining area
* Lounge/entertainment area with flat screen tv & DVD player Chromecast
* Deck & outdoor setting
The ground floor
*4th bedroom with Queen bed.
*5th Bedroom with Tri bunk bed and Single bunk bed.
* Kitchenette/breakfast bar
* Second bathroom
* Laundry
* Rear deck (covered) & BBQ area
*Large grassy fully fenced backyard
*Swing set for the kids
Please note the access to the first level is by the external stairway.
Things to do & know
Please note that 1-night stays will attract an additional short-stay surcharge of 50%
Please note that the listed price is for 8 people & there will be a per person per night charge for guests over this.
Location
* Short stroll to Callala Beach (200m) which is pet-friendly
* Local golf course, lawn bowls, and Country Club/RSL with bistro (400m away)
* Tennis court hire available in Callala Beach (1400m away)
* Mountain Biking and Running in the Jervis Bay area (regular weekend events held in the area)
*Snorkelling, Diving & Fishing trips available from Huskisson.
* Make a day trip via ferry to Huskisson from Myola for markets (1st Sunday of the month), cafes, and Whale/dolphin watching cruises.
* Walk along the shores of Jervis Bay National Park to Callala Bay
* For the boaties, just a 5 mins drive to Callala Bay or Myola Boat Ramps
*Less than a 5min drive to the Callala Bay Shopping Centre offers most of your shopping needs (supermarket, butcher, chemist, bottle shop, post office, cafes, and hardware)
* Culburra Beach is a short drive away where there is Woolworths, Doctors surgery, Surf Shop & much more.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE:
You can read the full Terms & Conditions through this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m0m_3bO0GVvGW8E01paZPZqr9N810VXg
DISTURBANCES/LOUD PARTIES WILL NOT BE TOLERATED This is not a party house & if you disturb our neighbours, you will lose your bond. We like our neighbours & are in regular contact with them, again disturbances
will not be tolerated.
* Callala Beach Shack has a strict NO SMOKING POLICY inside, please.
*Photo ID needs to be supplied for the person who is making the booking
* Pets will be approved on application.
* Parking is limited to 4 car spaces at the property
*There is a linen hire service available for $395, please ask for further details.
* There is a mandatory $250.00 (cleaning & laundry charge)
*Cleaning fee covers, vacuuming & mopping floors, cleaning bathrooms & kitchen. An additional cleaning charge will be levied for any extra cleaning.
*Acceptance of booking is acceptance of Standard Terms & Conditions, along with any other conditions put in place by the managing agent in writing at the time of acceptance
*Callala Beach Shack requires a $500.00 security deposit (fully refundable at the end of your stay provided there is no damage done to the property, no extra cleaning is required, and all the terms and conditions and guest’s rules are followed). An additional bond of $500.00 is required for groups under 25 years of age. More than 12 guests is $1000.00. Groups under 25 years old will require a $1000.00 bond. School leavers require a $2000.00 bond
*We ask that you respect our neighbours & only the guests staying are to be on the property.
* Noise must be kept to a minimum & disturbances won't be tolerated & may lead to early termination of your stay.
HERE ARE SOME FAQs
What time is check-in & check-out?
- Check-in is 3 pm on the day you arrive & check out is 10 am on the day you leave (early check-in & Late check out only arranged by prior arrangement & confirmed in writing, group bookings for guests
under 25 have a 9 am checkout)
How far away from the beach will we be?
- The distance to the beach is a 200m walk
Where do we collect the key from/drop it off to?
- There is a key safe on-site, the code will be emailed to you (on the info brochure) 5-7 days prior to your arrival along with instructions for use
Is there WIFI?
- Yes. There is WIFI on the property.
Wi-Fi is available at the property but due to reception and service issues, it cannot be relied upon. Please note, that the Property owner and manager take no responsibility for the service reception of the available internet.
What day are the bins collected?
- The bins are collected on Tuesday morning so please put them out Monday night (or Sunday if you are leaving Sunday)
What linen is supplied/do I need to bring?
- We are BYO linen. Linen hire is available at request. for an additional $395.
Linen essentials unless you have taken up the linen hire option, you will need to bring:
Bed sheets
Pillowcases
Bath Towels
We supply mattress protectors, pillows and protectors, doonas with covers, hand towels, and tea towels.
PLEASE NOTE we do not supply toiletries, other essentials, food, and drinks(coffee capsules for the espresso machine (K-fee brand) if you enjoy a good coffee in the morning), bath mats, or beach towels.
What is the Bed configuration?
Bed 1- 1x queen (2)
Bed 2- 1x tri bunk (3) 1x single (2)
Second floor (main house)
Bed 1- 1x queen (2)
Bed 2- 1x double (2)
Loft (main house)
Bed 1- 1x queen (2)
1x single with trundle (2)
How many plates/crockery/glasses etc are there?
- There are more sets of plates/cutlery/glasses supplied than the number of people listed with additional plates & cutlery in the kitchenette.
Are you Pet-friendly?
- Yes, we are pet-friendly, we just ask that you let us know, keep your pets off the beds/lounges & clean up any animal waste.
ENJOY YOUR STAY!
Hosted by Geoffrey Carne/ Roxanne Ysit