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Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness

Our comfortable 3 bedroom island home accommodates 2 large families or 2+ couples, which offers seclusion, nature in abundance, and spectacular views across sparkling seas to the mainland.

What to do at home...
Relax on the fully screened deck in the daybed or pod chair, or in the open plan living space. Or if you prefer to be more active, explore the walking trail through the bush and experience the different types of vegetation on the property leading down to the rocky coastal reserve, bordering Lashmar conservation park. You will hear the birds, and see creek beds and wildflowers, ancient grass trees and if you're quiet, the occasional kangaroo.
Enjoy meals with family and friends on the spacious deck or at the indoor dining table. Have lunch and taste some local wines at nearby Dudley Wines or source local goodies from Penneshaw shops and cook up a storm in the generous kitchen.

Amenities
This comfortable home has all mod cons - reverse cycle airconditioning to either heat or cool the living area and all 3 bedrooms, ceiling fans and screened windows to allow sea breezes in. There is a TV nook with smart TV and large screen, which can be turned to face the lounges if needed, without disrupting the view.
The kitchen is generously proportioned with dishwasher, microwave, stove and large island bench which seats 4 and still provides plenty of workspace. If you prefer to barbecue, there's a large gas fuelled bbq on the deck, under the fairy lights. And a coffee machine and milk frother take care of morning caffeine!
The bedrooms are comfortable with quality bedding and linen provided, electric blankets, heating and cooling, and beach as well as bath towels.
There is an indoor lounge and outdoor area with daybed for 2-3 people to relax on, as well as a pod chair overlooking the ocean view.

Nature close at hand
Watch the eagles and superb wrens fly by and the kangaroos grazing at dawn and dusk. We have KI bird and wildflower books to help you identify your finds and even a shipwreck book if you would like to learn more about the island's history.

What to do nearby and further afield:
Visit Antechamber Bay and the Chapman river for beachcombing, walking, picnics, fishing or a game of beach cricket. It is around 2 minutes drive from the house, with remarkably clear water and hardly anyone else on the beach most days.

Ten minutes further away is the Cape Willoughby Lighthouse which offers superb views and interesting tours and information about the history of the lighthouse, its keepers, and shipwrecks around the Island.

2 minutes in the other direction sample wines or eat pizza at Dudley Wines. Or continue on to False Cape Wines cellar door, to Penneshaw for a meal at the local pub, or Millie Mae's Pantry for brunch. A good supermarket and petrol station (which doubles as a hardware and fishing tackle shop), plus several cafes and restaurants will meet most needs. The Shy Wren is recommended by guests for wine and tapas style food in a gorgeous spot on the seafront. And try the supermarket's homemade sourdough loaves with some KI honey, or locally made olive oil and dukkah!

Further afield, a half hour from the house, climb Prospect Hill to spectacular views of the island's North and South coasts, or visit beautiful Pennington Bay for surfing and beach waks. If you're not a confident swimmer, park and walk down to the bay before the big beach, which offers a more sheltered lagoon and rock pool perfect for the kids too.

Then on to fishing village American River or our kids like to visit Clifford's Honey Farm to try honey icecream and learn about the island's pure strain of Ligurian bees!

Along the South coast a little visit rugged D'Estrees Bay for scenery, walking and see if you can find the Tadpole and the ospreys' nest.

Day trips from the house can include a day on the North Coast seeing:
- Kingscote, for food, coffee or supplies
- KI Spirits for gin blending or tasting
- Emu Bay where you can drive on to the beach
- Emu Bay Lavender Farm for good food and gorgeous products
- magical Stokes Bay, to access a beautiful beach through a cave entrance, with a sheltered swimming lagoon and rock pools for the kids to explore, or
- beautiful Snelling Beach, where the Middle River meets the sea.

A day trip along the South Road (or 2 days!) could include:
- stops at Seal Bay or Raptor Domain to get up close to and learn more about the local wildlife
- Vivonne Bay, voted one of the World's best beaches a few years back ( Antechamber Bay is still my favourite!)
- Flinders Chase to visit Remarkable Rocks and Admiral's Arch)

We have done lots of bushwalking on the island so are happy to provide tips on good walks - just let us know if you have any questions.

Property manager

Susan Rudall

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is a fire risk oitdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,875 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
SA, Cuttlefish Bay

What's nearby

  • Dudley Cellar Door - 4 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 16 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Farmers Market - 17 min drive
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Sealink - 73 min drive

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dudley Wines - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chapman River Cellar Door - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dudley Cellar Door - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chapman River Wines - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Dudley Cellar Door and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Lashmar Conservation Park. Antechamber Bay Beach and Lesueur Conservation Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Secluded comfort: Grass Tree Coastal Retreat, Eastern Kangaroo Island wilderness Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tamasin m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The view was stunning, the house well equipped, and it was luxury at its finest. It was child friendly and the host where great with communication
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenton S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grass Tree Retreat KI -Bears Family !!
Property was excellent-House large and very well set up-magic position-too many Skippys and wildlife to count ! Would highly recommend this Establishment to anyone. The owners have done a very good job Thanks Sue and Andy !!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house in a beautiful part of the world!
Thanks so much Sue, my family loved your place. Clean, well appointed and a view to die for! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Three generations of our family enjoyed a relaxing and invigorating stay. The surroundings have a naturally rugged beauty and we were regularly entertained by the wildlife. The house really adds to the experience. There was plenty of room for all 6 of us and the scenery from the windows is truly amazing. I would highly recommend your accommodation to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaenor R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The views of Heaven
Loved it all. A magical, almost spiritual place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Adam F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kangaroo Island break
Enjoyed our stay thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jim

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful location and view. Quiet and back-to-nature. Lots of animal activity, especially around dusk. And the dark sky was fantastic. The home was fully equipped. Just add people and food and it is like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll be back
Beautiful views, extremely comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shekhar S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional views
Cozy house with all amneties and exceptional views
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with great views. Hosts were great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The week
Secluded among the wildlife with beautiful views across the Backstairs Passage. A great place to spend some downtime.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reiko H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
with me and overseas guests have had exccelent time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark S., WASLEYS

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had a wonderful stay. House was amazing great location very peaceful. Sitting looking out over the water and watching tge wildlife. Everyone enjoyed
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the money to stay
The accommodation is very good and as we expected as advertised. The view is to die for. Every corner if this place is very good for taking pictures and just to unwind. The landlord is very helpful as we have a toddler with us. And they will update you on every step of the way as well. My friends and I will definitely come back to this place. It is worth your every penny.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
Everyone in our group loves this property. The view is amazing, the property is clean and new. The camp fire pitch keeps the kids and adults well entertained. Highly recommended. It is beyond amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

JO P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem
Spectacular views, privacy in spades, great facilities and wildlife on tap. Saw the largest echidna l have ever seen !!!!! Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay in a stunning location. Communication with Sue was excellent. Can’t wait to go back!
Simply stunning location! House had everything we needed for a group (3 couples). We could not get enough of those views, even staying in for dinner to take advantage of the fire & enjoy the local produce KI had to offer. Communication with Sue was excellent. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jalene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat
Stunning views of the sea in a quiet secluded location. Accommodation had everything we needed and was very comfortable. The outdoor deck was great to watch the kangaroos and wallabies wondering around the grounds just outside the retreat. We truly enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Would certainly recommend this place. So lovely and all guests catered for. Could spend all day, every day looking at the view. House immaculately decorated and kitted out. Would definitely come and stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guido W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning!
We’ve spent the weekend in this place and really enjoyed our time there. It is impeccable presented and very clean. We will be back for sure. Guido
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pauline L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil location, stunning home
Absolutely beyond expectations, beautiful location, house had everything you needed and amazing decor as well as the little touches that were so tasteful. love love love the place and will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Mahree W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning, cosy two night stay at Cuttlefish Bay
Very well decked out house with amazing views from all rooms. Host was fantastic with plenty of communication and lots of tasty provisions. Plenty of separate spaces for 3 couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019