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.

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.


Artist's impression

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.


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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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This close to the ocean could be your everyday 🌊 Discover lot 8205 at Shell Cove, live just moments from the beach and make beachside living part of everyday life. Morning walks, afternoons by the water and the beach just moments away. This is what your new lifestyle coast could look like ☀️ #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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Now complete, Vela apartments at The Waterfront, Shell Cove takes its place along the harbour’s edge as part of Shell Cove’s established and growing coastal community.
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At Shell Cove, it’s the little moments that make everyday life feel a little more special. From slow mornings by the marina and coffee in the sunshine, to spontaneous lunches with friends. Here, there’s always a reason to pause, soak it all in and make the most of where you live.
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Welcome home 🌊 Vela is now complete, with its harbourfront residences ready to welcome new residents to Shell Cove. From waking up to marina views and enjoying resort-style amenities, to stepping outside with The Waterfront’s dining, cafés and marina right on your doorstep, Vela brings a new level of coastal living to Shell Cove. A new chapter at The Waterfront begins 🏡 Call 13 38 38 today to find out how to make Vela your new home. #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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☕ Social Singles 55+ Meet-Up Flying solo? Come along and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly setting at The Waterfront Tavern, Shell Cove. Whether you're looking for friendship, great conversation, or a special connection, this afternoon social is a great way to connect with like-minded singles aged 55+. 🎟️ FREE event 📍 The Waterfront Tavern, Shell Cove Book your free ticket today: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/social-singles-55-meet-up-afternoon-session-october-2026-tickets-1999972804496 #ShellCove #SocialSingles #Over55s #CommunityConnections #TheWaterfrontTavern
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Meet Natalie 👋 As part of the Frasers Property sales team, Natalie helps people take the next step towards calling Shell Cove home as our new Assistant Project Sales Manager. We sat down with Natalie to talk property, the coastal lifestyle and what she’s most looking forward to in her new role within the Shell Cove community. #NSWSouthCoast #TheWaterfrontShellCove #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove
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It’s all in the details ✨ From considered finishes to contemporary interiors, every element of Vela has been thoughtfully designed with quality in mind. Swipe to take a closer look → #Vela #Luxury #Apartments #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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Planning an October long weekend by the coast? 🌊 Book a beach holiday this October and while you’re here, explore some of the best the South Coast has to offer: 1. Make Shell Cove Marina your base for an October South Coast escape ⛵️ 2. Settle in for a seafood lunch overlooking the marina at The Waterfront Tavern 🦐 3. Take the scenic route across Sea Cliff Bridge 🌊 4. Finish with a visit to Crooked River Estate for wine and countryside views 🍷 Driving down from Sydney? Take the scenic route across the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge and soak up the breathtaking coastal views along the way. Don’t forget to save this guide for the October long weekend ✨
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We’re thrilled to bring the PromenART Photography Walk to Shell Cove this year! Explore the stunning outdoor exhibition any day until 30 October. Pick up your exhibition guide from The Waterfront Shell Cove Sales Centre, open daily from 11am to 3pm.
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Imagine starting every day just steps from the beach 🌊 Build your future at Shell Cove, where the coast is close to home and days by the water can become part of your everyday lifestyle. Your opportunity to build by the coast starts here 🏡🔑 #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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Room for every member of the family 🐾 Vela’s pet-friendly courtyard apartments offer the perfect balance of contemporary apartment living and outdoor space, giving your four-legged family members room to enjoy too. All within the beautiful harbourfront community of Shell Cove 🌊🏡 #Vela #Luxury #Apartments #TheWaterfrontShellCove #NSWSouthCoast #VisitShellharbour #ShellCove #CoastalLiving #Shellharbour #CoastalCommunity
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Joshua Kersten Project Sales Manager The Waterfront, Shell Cove

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ADDRESS

100 Cove Blvd, Shell Cove NSW 2529

The Waterfront Sales Centre Trading Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Weekends: 10:00am to 5:00pm

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