Shell Cove is undergoing a transformation with fresh amenities bringing a new level of harbourfront living.
A great project breathes new life into its location and wider region, while also pushing the boundaries of architecture and design. The Waterfront at Shell Cove is stamping its mark on the NSW South Coast.
Developed by Shellharbour City Council, with Frasers Property, the project is releasing the next stage in its vision for the future of Shell Cove – the harbourfront Nautilus building.
The radial design of Nautilus allows nearly every apartment the opportunity to capture a view.
“The project to bring a publicly accessible piece of marine infrastructure that will become a landmark place and deliver a new level of amenity, not only for Shell Cove but for the entire South Coast Region, has been underway for more than 20 years” says Simone Dyer, Frasers Property Australia’s development director.
“And as a global property business, we bring a tier one development expertise to a regional location to deliver on the vision that Shellharbour City Council has for their region.”
Designed for living
The luxury harbourfront apartment building, Nautilus at The Waterfront shows how architecture and design can bring a ‘wow’ factor.
Comprising two buildings and positioned on a small headland fronting the 270-berth Shellharbour Marina, Nautilus features an organic, curved shape architectural design with views across the marina and out to the Pacific Ocean.
“Its continuous curve allows the majority of apartments to have a water-facing aspect and incredible, uninterrupted views,” says Dyer.
The interiors are designed to maximise the views too, with floor-to-ceiling glazed windows, many featuring dual balconies. Luxurious finishes complement the stunning vistas.
Nautilus’ resort-style amenities include a pool, a residents-only gym, yoga deck and a rooftop terrace.
Life on the waterfront
Surrounded by a new 2.5km foreshore promenade and boardwalk, the harbourfront community is part of a major, coastal masterplanned residential and commercial development.
With a position fronting the harbour and the beach a short walk away, proximity to the water is a big drawcard. But attention to liveability and community amenities is a key factor in finding a great place to live, says Nerida Conisbee, realestate.com.au chief economist.
“If you are looking to move, water is a big factor,” says Conisbee. “But when you have a look at what people really want, it’s places that are walkable, with easy access to cafes and restaurants, and decent shops.”
Nautilus is part of a ‘walkable neighbourhood’ design for the area – where everything is at your fingertips within a short walk.
A world-class 270-berth marina is set to open in 2021.
New local amenities, including Shellharbour Marina, town centre, foreshore dining and The Waterfront Tavern, library and community centre, harbourside parks, playgrounds and lookouts, are within a walkable distance. As are local natural wonders, such as Bass Point, Killalea State Park, Shellharbour South Beach, the Southern Highlands and the Pacific Ocean.
“It’s really a highly connected community with every amenity you could possibly ever need to live a really enriched lifestyle,” Dyer says.
“There are strong health benefits in being able to step out of your front door and have a really connected network of cycle paths, walkways to public open space, the boat harbour and beaches.”
There is also a local community development manager, as well as a place-maker to coordinate events for residents and the local community, such as markets, outdoor cinemas, pop-up library, book club, fitness classes and community gardens.
“When you do move to The Waterfront, Shell Cove, you can straight away build your social network – which is very important,” Dyer says.
A shore thing
A waterfront position is only as good as the supporting infrastructure around it.
Located just 90km south of Sydney’s southern suburbs and with easy access to Shellharbour, Wollongong and Sydney’s CBD, universities and trains, the location will appeal to owner-occupiers and weekenders alike.
Nautilus’ resort-style amenities include a pool, a residents-only gym, yoga deck and a rooftop terrace.
“This project is very unique in terms of what is being provided,” Conisbee says.
“This area is a very popular region of New South Wales. It does have local job opportunities and there’s a lot of investment, which will really help maintain value.”
Dyers says that Nautilus will be a new landmark for the region.
“There’s nowhere really else on the eastern seaboard of Australia that I can think of quite like it,” says Dyer.
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