House holiday rentals in Encounter Bay

Seafarers Lodge - beach shack haven. pup friendly

Seafarers Lodge is a charming and quaint seaside shack, lovingly curated by a mother-daughter duo, just an hour from Adelaide and a stones throw from the iconic Middleton Beach. It's everything you could want in a beach shack - only a minutes walk from the waves, with a beautiful indoor fireplace, deck to catch the last of the days rays, cosy nooks to relax, full size kitchen for cooking epic meals shared around the dining table and French linen clad beds for the dreamiest, holiday sleep-in's.

Paddle Steamer PS Federal Retreat

* Built in 1902, the PS FEDERAL Paddle Steamer now rests on stilts in the River Murray near where the Mighty River completes its journey and joins the Southern Ocean. 2bedrooms, large lounge and galley kitchen with panoramic views of Hindmarsh Island & watercraft on the river. Off Grid, Eco-Friendly with solar powered (12 volt) system for less environmental impact. Not just a place to stay but a unique accommodation experience on the Fleurieu Peninsula on board the Paddle Steamer PS FEDERAL!

CARRICKALINGA: A spacious, dog friendly retreat

Come and relax at 'Taronga' - a five minute walk to Carrickalinga’s pristine beach - one of SA’s most beautiful stretches of coast. Our home is large and well-appointed - it offers space, privacy and all creature comforts. There's a slow combustion fire for the cooler months (we provide wood ), a fully equipped kitchen, multiple lounge areas, outdoor eating/deck with Webber BBQ, a dedicated TV room, 2 bathrooms, and a laundry. You'll also find free WIFI, board games, books and table tennis!

Cottage Castle.

On arrival you can relax on the large decking which has sea views, while drinking a glass of wine or a coffee. A home which is newly furnished with unlimited WIFI for your convenience, & open plan living. Plenty of room in the backyard for the kids to play around in and car park space Just a hop, skip & jump to the local beach. Coles and Aldi are just up the road, and the town of Victor is only a 5 min drive, to local cafes and restaurants . Middleton is a 10 min drive as is Horseshoe Bay.

Pethick House: Estate amongst the vineyards

Perfectly located amidst award-winning wineries and cellar doors, this tranquil, four-bedroom retreat on 1.5 acres is uniquely surrounded by vineyards and provides an ideal base for you whilst you discover all the region has to offer. Located within minutes of Fox Creek Wines, Down the Rabbit Hole, Chalk Hill, McLaren Vale Town Centre and Willunga Farmers Markets. Additionally, you will be only a 10-minute drive to South Australia’s finest beaches including the iconic Port Willunga Beach.

Salty Dog. Cheerful and Cosy home in Goolwa.

Welcome to Salty Dog. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Located in a quiet neighbourhood - it makes the perfect escape for you and your loved one for a romantic getaway. Located close to beach and river. Guests can take advantage of the newly renovated house and outside deck areas. Light and airy with a brand new bathroom and all modern features. Outdoor bath for those who want to experience an intimate moment in nature. Outdoor shower avail to wash the sand off your feet.

Sleeps 10,Pets ok,Air Con,Wi-Fi,Walk to Beach 200m

Relax and unwind at “Encounter Break”. Our beach house has been created with attention to detail. It has 4 Bedrooms, x1 King Bed, x2 Queen Bed & x2 bunks (Sleeps 10). The open plan kitchen, living & dining space opens to a large balcony & BBQ area. The main living has a 75inch Smart TV & 2nd living has a 65inch Smart TV, toys & games. Secured rear yard, double garage, outdoor shower, table tennis, Free wi-fi, quality linen, Tea & Coffee,Nespresso machine, 200m to the beach, Cafes etc

“Shore thing” So close to the beach!

A "Shore Thing" is only 50m from the beautiful Encounter Bay beach, where you can enjoy the walking path or beach. The upstairs deck has views of the ocean, iconic bluff and hills. The house is modern and has a large split system for heating/cooling the upstairs and downstairs lounge and ceiling fans in the bedrooms. Large open plan kitchen, living and dining. Fully enclosed back garden, upstairs deck, 2 bathrooms, 3 toilets, 2 smart TVs and Wi-fi. Please note we don’t supply linen.

Charming historic cottage c1853, Highlands House.

Highlands House c1853, is a charming heritage cottage and reportedly the first residential dwelling in Goolwa. The house oozes character but doesn’t compromise on comfort, as it comes with modern amenities. The cottage boasts a large private and secure yard, perfect for bird watching or to share with children and pets. Summer nights offer an amazing space to BBQ , in winter relax around the fire pit or have a cosy night in front of the log burner.