Welcome to The Waterfront, Shell Cove

Located on the NSW South Coast just 90km from Southern Sydney

An unbeatable harbourside lifestyle on offer

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About The Waterfront

Discover The Waterfront, Shell Cove - a landmark coastal community nestled between the beach and marina on the NSW South Coast, just 90km from Southern Sydney and 22km from Wollongong.

Offering easy access to harbourside dining, vibrant town centre, and expansive green spaces, this masterplanned community is designed for connection, recreation, and unbeatable coastal lifestyle. With pristine beaches and a first-class marina just moments away, it’s a place where life flows effortlessly between nature and amenity.


Why The Waterfront?

Shopping
The Shell Cove Town Centre is the perfect place to shop, dine and socialise.
Marina
Shellharbour Marina is the South Coast's newest boating destination offering 270 berths.
Education
Easy access to pre-schools, primary schools, high schools and Tertiary Education.
Dining
The Waterfront Dining Precinct offers harbourside dining along the harbour's edge.
Parks and Playgrounds
An abundance of green open spaces, cycleways, walkways, parks and playgrounds.
Beaches
A Kids Beach on the harbour foreshore plus Shellharbour South Beach and Killalea Beach nearby.
Golf
Play a round of golf at The Links Shell Cove - an 18 hole golf course nearby.
Future Hotel
The future Crowne Plaza Hotel situated right on the harbour is set to open in 2026.

Residential options in The Waterfront

Ready to begin your next chapter? At The Waterfront, we offer a variety of options tailored to your unique needs. Choose from spacious land lots to build your custom home, curated house and land packages, or modern harbourside apartments. Whatever you’re envisioning, your ideal home awaits in this exclusive waterfront community.

Artist's impression

The Waterfront Location

*Indicative and conceptual artist’s impression. Depicted features including public spaces, boating facilities, business park, playing fields are subject to approvals and may be delivered by third parties. Changes may be made during the development process. Current as at July 2026.

A new harbourside lifestyle awaits

Shellharbour Marina

The South Coast's newest lifestyle and boating destination is right here on your doorstep.
Shellharbour Marina offers direct access to the Tasman Sea, charter boat operations, marina berths, dry stack storage, a public boat ramp and various commercial marina facilities.


Shell Cove Town Centre

A lively shopping hub boasting a full line of Woolworths supermarket, BWS, ice-creamery, bakery, dentist, barber, cafes, veterinary practice, organic whole foods and pharmacy. The perfect place to socialise, shop and dine with your friends and family.


The Waterfront Dining Precinct

Choose from a selection of cafes and restaurants positioned along the harbour’s edge, offering alfresco dining and spectacular marina views.


Future Crowne Plaza Hotel

Set to open at The Waterfront in 2026, this harbourfront hotel will feature contemporary hotel rooms, serviced apartments, function and conference facilities, a café, restaurant and bar along with a resort style pool.


Parks, playgrounds, and open spaces

The Waterfront offers a kids beach and an abundance of open spaces including a network of cycleways leading to parks and playgrounds.


Get a snapshot of
The Waterfront lifestyle

Enjoy luxury coastal living like no other in a natural environment with an array of amenities on your doorstep. Imagine strolling along harbourside boardwalks, dining at the water's edge at The Waterfront Dining Precinct with a family friendly Tavern and a selection of specialty shops, cafes and parks.

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Exciting progress at The Waterfront, Shell Cove! Construction has officially commenced at Portella, marking another milestone in the growth of our vibrant coastal community 🏗️🌊 We can't wait to see this exciting new neighbourhood come to life and welcome more people to everything Shell Cove has to offer. Stay tuned as we share the journey! #Portella #Construction #Apartment #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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#Supportinglocal🩵 Great coffee, welcoming faces and a relaxed coastal atmosphere ✨ Leaf Café & Co has become a favourite among locals, offering the perfect spot to catch up with friends, enjoy a morning coffee or settle in for a leisurely brunch. It's local businesses like these that help make the Shell Cove community so vibrant and connected ☕️🌿 Leafcafe & CO Shellcove #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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"What really sold it for me was the lifestyle.“ For future resident Fran, choosing Vela at The Waterfront, Shell Cove wasn't about downsizing. It was about embracing a simpler, more connected way of living. Drawn to the stunning marina views, spacious balcony and walkable waterfront lifestyle, Fran has already started building friendships through our community programs before she even moves in. With luxury apartments, exclusive resident amenities and Shellharbour Marina at your doorstep, Vela offers more than a home. It offers a lifestyle. Read more: https://bit.ly/4yGFl8F
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Imagine waking up just moments from the beach and marina. 🌊 We have partnered with McDonald Jones Homes to deliver three house & land packages ready-to-build lots. Featuring spacious family designs, premium inclusions in sought-after parkside and coastal locations, these opportunities won't last long. From $2,046,600* - $2,465,500* Don't miss your chance to secure a home in one of the NSW South Coast's most sought-after waterfront communities. Call 13 38 38 or visit https://www.frasersproperty.com.au/nsw/shell-cove/house-and-land-packages *Pricings are indicative and should be used as a guide only. #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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The kind of view that never gets old 🌤️ With dramatic cliffs, rolling waves and untouched natural beauty, Killalea Regional Park is the perfect place to press pause and soak up the best of the South Coast. Having places like this just moments from home is all part of the Shell Cove lifestyle 🩵 #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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A glimpse of everyday life at The Waterfront, Shell Cove. 🌊 Press play and see what makes this waterfront community so special. 💙 #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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What a day at Boots & Bites! 🤠 The Waterfront was buzzing on Sunday as our community came together for a fun filled day of live music, line dancing, delicious bites and plenty of family fun by the marina. A huge thank you to everyone who pulled on their boots and joined us – and to Kao Kreative for bringing the event to life and helping make the day such a success. Moments like these capture the strong sense of connection and belonging that makes The Waterfront, Shell Cove a truly one-of-a-kind place… Take a look at some of our favourite moments! 💙
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Coffee in hand and the coastline at your feet.☕️ From the marina to the beach, Shell Cove's walking paths offer the perfect way to experience the beauty of the waterfront lifestyle. #MorningCoffee #GoodMorning #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity #Marina #Harbourfront
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Don't forget to have your say, Shell Cove! Our community survey closes this Sunday, 19 July. Whether you've called Shell Cove home for years, recently moved in, or simply love visiting, we'd love to hear your ideas. Your feedback will help shape future community events, activities and programs at The Waterfront, Shell Cove. Take just a few minutes to complete the survey before it closes: https://form.typeform.com/to/wdwwh23b Thank you for helping us create an even stronger community. 💙
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🤠 This Sunday, pull on your boots and join us at The Waterfront, Shell Cove! Boots & Bites is back with delicious food, live entertainment, family-friendly activities and plenty of country charm for everyone to enjoy. From live line dancing and a beginner-friendly class to free face painting and the animal farm, it's the perfect way to spend your Sunday with family and friends. 📅 Sunday 19 July 📍 The Waterfront, Shell Cove Round up your crew and come along for a fun-filled day by the waterfront. We can't wait to see you there! 💙 #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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The sun rises, the harbour comes to life and another day begins by the water 🌅 This is how mornings look in Shell Cove… #GoodMorning #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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Joshua Kersten Project Sales Manager The Waterfront, Shell Cove

Visit The Waterfront Sales Centre

ADDRESS

100 Cove Blvd, Shell Cove NSW 2529
Open daily from 11am to 3pm

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