New South Wales location profile
Sanctuary Point NSW 2540
Sanctuary Point is a relaxed bayside suburb on the shores of St Georges Basin in the Shoalhaven. It appeals to families, retirees, and holiday‑makers seeking waterfront access, fishing, and a quieter coastal lifestyle near Jervis Bay’s beaches.
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Why families consider Sanctuary Point
A mix of long-term locals, sea-changers, and young families, with many retirees. Lifestyle revolves around boating, fishing, golf, and easy access to nearby Jervis Bay beaches; housing is generally more affordable than neighbouring beachside towns.
Amenities & services
- Sanctuary Point Shopping Village (supermarket, eateries, services)
- Nearby Vincentia Marketplace (major supermarket and retail)
- GP clinics and allied health in Sanctuary Point/St Georges Basin
- Pharmacies and pathology services
- Cafes, takeaways, clubs and pubs
- Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital (Nowra) within driving distance
- Bay & Basin Library, Sanctuary Point (Kerry St)
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train: Bomaderry (Nowra) Station on the South Coast Line
- Local buses by Nowra Coaches linking Bay & Basin to Nowra/Bomaderry
- Princes Highway (A1) via Jervis Bay Road and The Wool Road/St Georges Basin Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- The Country Club St Georges Basin (golf, bowls, dining)
- Bay & Basin Leisure Centre (pools, gym) nearby in Vincentia
- Boating, kayaking and fishing on St Georges Basin
- Public boat ramps and foreshore walks
- Beaches of Jervis Bay (Huskisson, Vincentia) a short drive away
- Paradise Beach Reserve
- Sanctuary Point Foreshore Reserve
- Sanctuary Point Oval
- Jervis Bay National Park (nearby)
- Booderee National Park (nearby)
Education context
Multiple long day care and preschool options in Sanctuary Point and nearby Vincentia/St Georges Basin; moderate wait times in peak periods; family day care available.
- University of Wollongong – Shoalhaven Campus (West Nowra)
- University of Wollongong – Wollongong Campus (Wollongong)