House in Vivonne Bay, SA

Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay

Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay

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Beach
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area

Overview of Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 824 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Vivonne Bay, SA
  • Popular LocationVivonne Bay Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationVivonne Bay Conservation Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFlinders Chase National Park34 min drive
  • AirportKangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay

Currawong Cottage is nestled in the dunes, adjacent to the coastal reserve. Surrounded by native bush it is a haven for birds and wildlife. Perfect peace and seclusion with just the sound of the waves breaking, and only a short walk to the stair case leading down to the beach.
The cabin comprises a large well equipped country kitchen and living area, three bedrooms (one with a double bed and trundle, the other with a queen-sized bed, ensuite and ante-room), and a sleepout with a single bed and double bunk.
The main bathroom has a large old fashioned bathtub, with shower.
There are extensive verandahs and decks with a gas barbeque and outdoor dining areas. You can catch the morning sun or settle down with a book and an apple in the afternoon (after wearing the kids out on the beach.)
A lovely rustic feel, with all the comforts of home.

Local Attractions

Vivonne Bay has everything for the beach-lover. Situated on the mid-south coast, it offers both seclusion and proximity to the many attractions of the central and western end of the island. These include Flinder's Chase Conservation Park, Remarkable Rocks, Admiral's Arch, Kelly Hill Caves, Seal Bay, Raptor Domain (birds of prey & reptile displays not to be missed!), The Little Sahara (giant sand dunes), The Eucalyptus distillery, Clifford's Honey Farm (all your Ligurian honey needs & home-made honey ice-cream to die for!). Across to the North coast, easy Access to Stokes Bay with its secret beach and wonderful Rockpool Cafe. Stop at the Parndana wild life Park on the way.
Vivonne Bay, which has been voted Australia's best beach in a survey conducted by Sydney University, offers safe swimming, snorkelling, surfing, and fishing. Nestled between Vivonne Bay and Seal Bay Conservation Parks, Currawong Cottage is a bushwalker's or birdwatcher's paradise. The lovely sandy-bottomed Harriet River is a safe spot for a cool-off, a paddle and a safe splash-about for children. Canoes can be hired locally if you wish to explore further upstream.

Wild Life

Seals and dolphins are regular visitors to the bay, penguins can be seen near the jetty and in winter, you may be lucky enough to see a whale. Wallabies, possums, echidnas and heath goannas may be seen in the coastal reserve and around the beach houses. The beautiful coastal scrub land provides an ever changing display of wild flowers and a haven for birds. Vivonne Bay is an excellent base from which to explore the island, or just chill out, stay put and let the beautiful surroundings work their magic on you.

Property manager

Heather Burgess
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Vivonne Bay

Located in Vivonne Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Parndana Golf Course and Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vivonne Bay Conservation Park and Mount Taylor Conservation Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Raptor Domain and Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Vivonne Bay Beach - 5 min walk
  • Vivonne Bay Conservation Park - 9 min drive
  • Flinders Chase National Park - 34 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park - 43 min drive
  • Snelling Beach - 84 min drive

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Vivonne Bay General Store - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay located?

This family-friendly Vivonne Bay cottage is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Vivonne Bay Beach and Vivonne Bay Conservation Park. Raptor Domain and Little Sahara are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
KI catch-up with family
Fantastic cottage for our family get together. Location was great, house very comfortable, especially with 4 adults and 3 grandchildren under 6. Plenty of room and the family room and veranda much used. The kids (who are very adventurous) had plenty of room to play. The cottage had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional beach cottage
This is an amazing property, nestled amongst the coastal heath right behind the beach. The house is full of character and clever design. All the family loved it and it worked very well for dogs too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way!
We loved the little cottage, which is perfectly located. In some aspects, the photos don’t do it justice. We appreciated the extras such as beach tents, some kitchen spices etc. We also appreciated the dog run, sensor light, fans, dog bowls, boogie board, games and more. We hope to return one day.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Thorold E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Beach Shack
This property is quite quirky with a large open living area. It is very well supplied with utensils, linen etc and most cooking facilities including barbecue that you would normally expect in any home. Beds are quite firm and I ended up sleeping on the couch. It lacks a dishwasher probably because of the absence of main water supply although dishwasher manufacturers do claim their machines use less water than manual washing. The area is quite remote and general shopping is quite spartan, so you need to bring in your own supplies from a Supermarket. If you bring your dog you need to register with the local council and the ferry can be booked out months ahead. Apart from all this we had an enjoyable time travelling to other areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoei S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed!
We were looking for somewhere to recharge after a busy year and this property absolutely fit the bill. We like to cook and unwind and it was so nice to visit somewhere that had all of the utensils and basic pantry items (spices, salt and pepper, sharp knives etc) that make it so much easier to enjoy yourself. The property was lovely, our dog loved being able to visit the beautiful secluded beach multiple times a day and hang out with her humans while we read and relaxed. KI had a lot of dog friendly spots to go and it was nice to be able to take her with us everywhere we went (we did skip the national parks but there are pet boarding facilities on the island if you wanted to go to these). We're hoping to come back again next year! Thanks Heather and Max!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heather Burgess

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Hi. My name is Heather Burgess I am a physiotherapist, now semi retired. I have lived in Adelaide all my life, much of it in the Adelaide hills. My partner Max and I now live in Athelstone overlooking Black Hill Conservation Park. I have always loved the outdoors and the Australian bush. I am a keen bushwalker and grower of native plants. Max and I generally have a dog in our life and currently we are trying to domesticate a lively staghound puppy called Rupert. We get over to Kangaroo Island as often as we can.

Why they chose this property

I first fell in love with Kangaroo Island on a visit with friends as a Uni student in 1972.
I found Vivonne Bay when I brought my parents and young children over for an Easter visit in the late 80s. Looking for somewhere not too far from the west end attractions
( to avoid the " Are we there yet?" chorus from the back seat) I took a chance and booked a house here.
In 2002 I brought my new maybe partner Max to the Island to test his bushwalking stamina. He passed so I thought I should show him my favourite beach (here of course).
As chance would have it there was a stunning block of land for sale tucked behind the coastal reserve. Max said "buy it and I will build you a house". And he did - the beautiful Currawong Cottage. Not bad for a hairdresser with no building experience. I have kept both of them.
Now my grown up children and my grand children love to come and stay. We have such happy times here with friends and family and we are pleased to think that others can come and enjoy our special place.

What makes this property unique

The mid south coast location is perfect for accessing all of the Island"s attractions. Nothing is too far away for a leisurely day trip. The beach is stunning. Voted Australia's best beach two years running in a Sydney University survey. Currawong Cottage is as close as you can get to the beach. It is cute, private and secluded. Birds and other wild life frequently visit the garden.
Air conditioned for summer and winter comfort with a wood heater for atmosphere and extra cosiness. All up to date kitchen appliances and an old style Victorian bathtub in the main bathroom. A perfect mixture of quirky and convenient with great atmosphere. You can't help but relax and unwind.

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