New South Wales location profile
Bobs Farm NSW 2316
Bobs Farm is a semi-rural coastal locality in the Port Stephens region, known for acreage living, farms, and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. It offers quick access to beaches, sand dunes, and national parks, with local attractions like a craft brewery and go-karts.
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Why families consider Bobs Farm
Predominantly acreage properties and small farms with a mix of families, tradies, and lifestyle seekers. Quiet and community-oriented, with most shopping and services accessed in nearby Anna Bay, Salamander Bay, and Nelson Bay.
Amenities & services
- Anna Bay Village shops (Anna Bay)
- Salamander Bay Square (Salamander Bay)
- Murray’s Craft Brewing Co (Bobs Farm)
- GP and specialist clinics (Nelson Bay/Salamander Bay)
- Tomaree Community Hospital (Shoal Bay area)
- Cafes and takeaways in Anna Bay and Nelson Bay
- Tomaree Library (Salamander Bay)
- Tilligerry Library (Tanilba Bay)
- Raymond Terrace Library (Raymond Terrace)
Transport & connectivity
- Port Stephens Coaches buses along Nelson Bay Road to Newcastle and Nelson Bay
- Nelson Bay Road (B63) arterial
- Gan Gan Road access to Anna Bay/Boat Harbour
- Nearest train stations: Newcastle Interchange, Sandgate
- Newcastle Airport (Williamtown) nearby
Lifestyle & recreation
- Murray’s Craft Brewing Co lawn and live music events
- Go Karts Go Nelson Bay (Bobs Farm)
- Birubi Beach and Stockton Sand Dunes (4WD, tours)
- Tomaree National Park walking tracks and lookouts
- Fishing, boating, and dolphin/whale cruises from Port Stephens
- Tomaree National Park
- Worimi Conservation Lands (Stockton Bight Sand Dunes)
- Gan Gan Flora Reserve
- Birubi Point Aboriginal Place
Education context
No centres within Bobs Farm; long day care and preschool options available in Anna Bay, Salamander Bay, and Nelson Bay, with moderate, seasonal wait times.
- University of Newcastle – Callaghan campus (approx. 40–45km SW)
- University of Newcastle – NUspace city campus (Newcastle CBD)