The Shoalwater Bay Beach House is a stylish, self-contained four-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the popular beachside region of Rockingham, 50km south of Perth, Western Australia.

Just minutes from the spectacular Shoalwater Bay Beach, Penguin Island, cafes, restaurants and shopping centres, the Beach House offers convenient and comfortable short term accommodation for families, friends or corporate travellers.

Imagine picnics on the beach while you watch the sun set over Seal Island and Shag Rock, walking to Penguin Island at low tide, snorkeling in the Shoalwater Islands Marine Park or simply lazing around in the spa in your own private courtyard.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

• Heated spa in an intimate Mediterranean style courtyard
• Spacious open plan living area with comfortable leather lounge suite
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Master bedroom with queen size bed and ensuite
• Second bedroom with a queen size bed and semi ensuite
• Third bedroom with one single bed
• Fourth bedroom with bunk beds
• Foldabed
• All bedding, linen and towels for up to eight people
• Separate formal lounge room
• Two fully enclosed courtyards, providing safety for children, pets or your boat or caravan
• Television featuring the latest surround sound and DVD player
• CD player and stereo
• Free local telephone calls
• Barbeque
• Laundry with washing machine, iron and ironing board
• Double lock-up garage plus undercover car-port

ABOUT THE HOUSE

• Outdoor living is easy with two enclosed courtyards.
• The larger family courtyard features a sheltered patio garden area with an outdoor setting well placed for catching cool breezes in summer or the morning sun in winter. Opening out from the main living room, this courtyard is an ideal play area for kids and adults alike.
• Perfect for alfresco dining, you can make use of the barbeque provided while the kids amuse themselves on the lawn. Or you can all get involved in a game of boules, also supplied, while the sausages are sizzling away.
• Enclosed by a high brick wall for privacy and pet friendliness, you could easily store your boat or caravan on the large paved section here.
• The private Mediterranean style courtyard has a more intimate feel. This special spot has a two piece café setting for dreamy cocktails, lounging furniture, a small lawn, palms and lots of green leafy pot plants.
• Wonderful for catching up on your tan, socialising or simply relaxing in peace.

THE SPA

• Everyone who stays at the Beach House loves the spa!
• Easily seating five, the heated spa is tucked away in its own corner off the private courtyard.
• Place your drinks in the floating spa bar, turn on the bubbles, relax, and have fun.

LIVING AREAS

The main living area features a very comfy leather lounge suite and up to date TV and DVD with surround sound so you can enjoy watching the latest movies in your home away from home.

The overhead fan will keep you cool in summer, while the gas heater will keep you toasty in winter.

There is also a stylish dining table setting for civilized dining.

The compact kitchen in this open plan layout is separated by a 1970s breakfast bar and Bali style stools. This is a great place for casual meals, cups of coffee or conversations. You'll find everything you need for home cooking, making catering easy.

For starters you'll find the following:

• Four burner gas stove with oven and griller
• Combined fridge and freezer
• Microwave
• Pots, pans and cooking utensils
• Crockery, cutlery, coffee cups and glasses
• Kettle and toaster

All you need to bring is the food.

The smaller formal lounge room features a traditional lounge suite, polished wood floors, a sound system and another gas heater. There is a small selection of books and magazines. Airy and spacious, the sun pours in through the large bay windows, making this the ideal nook for escaping the kids'hijinks or simply relaxing.

There's a basic laundry equipped with a washing machine, iron and ironing board so you won't need to spend your time and money at the laundromat. The clothesline is in the family courtyard.


THE BEDROOMS

• Elegant and light in cream and brocade with burgundy accents, the master bedroom opens on to the private courtyard. The feel of this room is romantic and dreamy. You'll be delighted with the comfortable queen-size bed, overhead fan, sea grass privacy screen, and ensuite with glass enclosed shower and full-size bath.
• The second double bedroom features another queen-size bed and has a semi-ensuite bathroom, also with a bath and shower. Browns, creams and olives set the tone here.
• There is a single room with a desk and chair. A large photo of a lonely yacht in a pink sunset at Denham in WA's Shark Bay sets the theme.
• Finally, the fourth room features a double bunk bed. We all know how much kids love bunk beds!
• There is also a folding bed available, providing more sleeping options.
• All doonas, pillows, linen, towels, bath mats, hand towels and face washers are provided. Each room has a fan to keep you cool on hot summer nights and there are plenty of heaters to ensure you're cosy when the chill sets in.

Minutes from the beach, easy to find The Beach House is only three streets from the beautiful Shoalwater Bay Beach.

It's easy to find. Follow the Kwinana Freeway south as far as you can and the freeway actually becomes Safety Bay Road. Turn left 17 kilometres later and you're on Shoalwater Road.

There is paved off-street parking for two cars, a double lock-up garage and a single car port.

What more could you want for your perfect stay?

RATES	Endless summer (December to March): $1200 per week or $200 per night Autumn and Easter (April and May): $1000 per week or $180 per night Winter value (June, July and August): $600 per week or $120 per night Spring special (September - November):      $800 per week or $150 per night
Last minute and long stay discounts A 15% discount applies for bookings made within 14 days or less of your arrival and a 20% discount applies to stays of more than a month, except during school holidays. Short stays The minimum stay is usually three days, but you may be able to negotiate a shorter stay if you make your booking less than two weeks before your arrival. (The last minute discount only applies for three or more nights though). How to book Let us know the dates you would like to spend at the Beach House, the number of adults and children who will be staying and your contact details by phone or email.
TERMS & CONDITIONS Payment of the holiday accommodation rental fee constitutes your acceptance of these terms and conditions. You must be 18 years or over and agree to take full responsibility for the temporary rental of the property for your booking to be valid. To secure your holiday booking, a deposit of 50% is required within 7 days of booking. I will provide credit card payment or bank transfer details when I confirm your booking. The balance needs to be paid 8 weeks in advance of your arrival. In the event of a cancellation, the deposit is non-refundable, unless the property is re-let. A $300 security bond and $50 key deposit is also required. Naturally these are fully refundable, given there is no damage and the property is left as clean and tidy as when you arrived. In the event of excessive cleaning requirements, the cleaning fee will be deducted from your bond. Generally, check-in time is 4:00 pm and check-out time is 11.00 am; however if you let me know in advance, I may be able to alter these times to suit your plans. Furniture, fixtures and fittings are not to be altered or moved between rooms, with the exception of the foldabed. Any damage, breakage or loss of furniture, furnishings, equipment, locks or keys need to be reported immediately and paid for at cost, other then acceptable wear and tear. I will make every effort to ensure the property is available as booked. However, I reserve the right to make alterations to bookings due to unforeseen circumstances. In this eventuality, I will refund your money at my earliest convenience.
POSTAL ADDRESS	Post your enquiry to PO Box 5263, Rockingham Beach,Western Australia, 6969
PHONE	0411 220 592
EMAIL	penelopewest@yahoo.com.au
WEBSITE	www.shoalwater.info