Area Hotlist — Kiama - Shellharbour NSW
20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Kiama - Shellharbour area
Area Hotlist — Kiama – Shellharbour
Shell Cove Marina
A show-piece waterfront precinct with berths for cruisers to super-yachts. Locals stroll the promenade for café breakfasts or launch the boat for a quick spin to Bass Point. Weekends buzz with markets and live music, all only minutes from the new master-planned neighbourhoods.
Lake Illawarra
Spanning 36 km², the lake is the South Coast’s aquatic playground. Families kayak the sheltered shallows, anglers chase flathead, and cyclists loop the foreshore path linking Warilla to Windang. Pink-hued sunsets and pelicans gliding past make after-work picnics a local ritual.
Shellharbour Village
Historic sandstone pubs and modern eateries line Addison Street, just steps from the harbour rock-pool. Dawn coffee runs segue into seaside dips, while Friday-night food trucks and twilight markets draw crowds—all within a five-minute drive of Shell Cove homes.
Stockland Shopping Centre
The region’s retail heart packs 220 stores, cinema and dining hub under one roof. Woolies, Coles, ALDI and a late-night Kmart make errands painless. A 10-minute hop from beach suburbs means sandy-footed shoppers are a common sight in the food court.
Warilla Beach
Three kilometres of white sand draw surfers, kite-boarders and dog-walkers. Patrolled in summer, the gentle shore breaks suit learners, while a southern reef holds a sneaky barrel for locals. The new Warilla Surf Club offers sunset drinks five minutes from Shellharbour.
Werri Beach
Curving south from Gerringong’s headlands, Werri dishes up consistent east-facing swell, an ocean rock-pool and grassy knolls ideal for fish-and-chips. The Kiama Coast Walk threads past, letting residents hike north to Minnamurra Falls without starting the car.
Killalea State Park
Home to ‘The Farm’ National Surfing Reserve, this 260-hectare coastal park offers camping, cliff-top trails and world-class point breaks backed by rolling paddocks and grazing kangaroos—country vibes only 10 minutes from Shell Cove.
Shellharbour City Centre
A modern civic hub with library, arts centre and medical suites wrapped around grassy plazas. Kids scooter between fountains while parents tick off appointments or grab sushi. Free parking and highway access put Sydney’s south within 90 minutes.
Shellharbour Marina
The waterfront’s second stage brings deeper berths, charter boats and a sleek boardwalk of seafood eateries. Early anglers cast straight from the pontoon; evening joggers loop a lit breakwater. Weekly farmers markets keep holiday energy alive year-round.
Jamberoo Action Park
The Coast’s biggest water theme park packs wave pools, six-storey slides and the hair-raising Funnel Web ride amid rainforest plantings. Fifteen minutes inland, it’s the go-to when beach flags come down for off-shore winds.
Shell Cove Public School
High-performing and community-focused, the K–6 campus borders bushland and sports fields. Parents rave about flexible learning spaces and robotics club, while bike trails mean most students leave the car at home—cementing Shell Cove’s family appeal.
Jones Beach
South of Cathedral Rocks, this long nor-east-facing strip offers reliable morning off-shores for surfers. A handy car park, dog-friendly zones and a level path to Kiama Downs shops make sunrise dips a daily ritual.
Little Lake
This tidal lagoon at Warilla is a favourite for toddlers and SUP riders seeking glassy water. A footbridge links headlands framing Insta-worthy views, while shaded tables and calm shallows turn weekend barbecues into mini-getaways.
Surf Beach
Kiama’s town beach sits steps from cafés yet feels untouched. Lifeguard patrols, an historic basalt surf club and grassy lookouts combine safety and scenery, making it the default lunchtime swim spot for local workers.
Minnamurra River
Meandering through mangroves to a postcard estuary mouth, the river is ideal for fishing, kayaking and SUP. Crystal-clear water reveals stingrays and soldier crabs at low tide, with picnic areas only 10 minutes north of Kiama.
Seven Mile Beach
A sweeping arc from Gerroa to Shoalhaven Heads, Seven Mile is Byron-style beauty without the crowds. Learn-to-surf schools, horse rides and National Park walks share the shoreline, under two hours from Sydney.
Kiama Blowhole
Australia’s largest blowhole shoots seawater up to 30 metres beside the historic lighthouse. Grassy picnic lawns, a viewing platform and nearby cafés make it a must-see spectacle just five minutes from Kiama station.
Shellharbour Junction Train Station
Opened in 2014, the modern station links Wollongong in 15 minutes and Sydney Central in under 90. Bike lockers, kiss-and-ride bays and a shared path to Shell Cove estates trim highway commutes.
Bass Point Reserve
A marine conservation headland famed for Bushrangers Bay dive site, clifftop walks and WWII shipwrecks. Snorkellers, hikers and anglers share picnic spots under giant figs—only 10 minutes from Shell Cove.
Easts Beach
Tucked between rocky headlands south of Kiama, Easts feels like a private cove. A family-run holiday park fronts the sand with cabins and café, yet a public track keeps sunrise swimmers and dolphin-spotters returning year-round.