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A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna

A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna

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Sunny deck for relaxing
Dining
Comfortable air conditioned living area with fantastic natural light and outlook
Living area
Great sea view from the living area

Overview of A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Island Beach, SA
  • Popular LocationKangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSealink Ferry Terminal14 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Oyster Farm Shop20 min drive
  • AirportKangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna

Architecturally designed Nautilus provides tasteful and luxurious accommodation for up to 4 guests. High quality fittings and furnishings, original art work and super comfortable beds compliment the property. There is a generous deck to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings and sea views. Abundant native birds visit the birdbath and Blue Wrens chase tasty morsels under the trees. Guests will enjoy a spacious, light filled living area with combustion heater and air conditioning.
Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, they consist of one with pillow top king bed and one with twin king single beds, both with ceiling fans and built in robes.
The sitting area is comfortable, with an airconditioner for speedy temperature control and combustion heater for cosy days.Large sofas and a flat screen TV with DVD player. Kitchen is fully equipped with brand new appliances, making for very easy catering.
Linen is provided for guests. This includes all sheet sets, pillowslips, bath & hand towels, bath mats,face washers & tea towels.


Nautilus is a 15 minute drive from the ferry port of Penneshaw, and approximately 30 minutes from Kingscote airport. The local area is a haven for wildlife, leisurely walks often result in sighting an echidna ambling along or wallabies feeding on the local grasses and hopping slowly off as you approach. The deck overlooks a small valley which is home to many native birds as well as the wallabies. Relaxing outside you will often see the blue wrens chasing insects or a vibrant robin in the trees.

As property owners we have been providing quality self contained accommodation in Island Beach since 2006. We are fully accredited by the South Australian Tourism Industry Council and pride ourselves on the high quality of our service and maintenance. We make every endeavour to ensure our guests have a great experience while staying at the Island Beach Escape properties - Nautilus, Cassini & Beachcomber.

Property manager

Fiona McLeay

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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

No 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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Island Beach

Located in Island Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Dudley Conservation Park and Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum and Kingscote Tidal Pool. Island Beehive and Exceptional Kangaroo Island are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Island Beach, SA

What's nearby

  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 12 min drive
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Farmers Market - 17 min drive
  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 20 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Sealink - 70 min drive

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sunset Winery - 8 min drive
  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 20 min drive
  • Reflections Restaurant - 21 min drive
  • The River Deck Cafe - 20 min drive
  • The Lodge Restaurant - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A quiet beach retreat with abundant flora and fauna located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Dudley Conservation Park and Prospect Hill. Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum and Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr
Fantastic accommodation and so close to a beautiful tranquil beach. Also it’s positioned fairly centrally on the island which makes it easy to get around
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm, comfortable beach stay
We felt so comfortable in this property. It had everything one needed, situated in a quiet area with a wonderful empty beach with dolphins and water birds. Birds and kangaroos visiting the property as one sat on the beach. The owners Fiona and Brooke were friendly and helpful. We couldn't fault this property and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachside getaway
We absolutely loved our stay. Have been to kangaroo Island nearly every year for the past 20 years and this was hands down the best property we have stayed in. The house was so clean and tidy. The kids loved seeing the kangaroos and birds come up close each evening. Was such a close walk to get down onto the quiet beach. Water was calm and safe for the kids to swim and paddle board. Couldn't fault a thing. The house had absolutely everything we needed. Lovely deck to sit out on and enjoy our meals. Absolute perfection
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bec W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Lovely Home Away From Home
Great property with all the comforts of home. Very welcoming hosts who checked in on our stay which was a really lovely personal touch. Unfortunately the weather didn’t allow for us to utilise the beach (which could be seen from the verandah) but the view was still nice to wake up to and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views in a modern, comfortable house
Stunning views over turquoise waters and a white-sand beach. An extremely comfortable modern abode, very comfortable beds. No beach towels or face towels, so bring your own!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Fiona McLeay

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Our family have enjoyed Island Beach for over 25 years and since 2006 have provided quality self contained guest accommodation at our Island Beach properties. . We have seen a significant interest in Kangaroo Island from both local holiday makers and international travellers. We enjoy providing our guests with a positive experience, and assisting them with their holiday planning.
Personally I enjoy outdoor things - walking, swimming, fishing and exploring. I also have a keen interest in art and spend time working on projects here at Island Beach. I also enjoy food and wine, and spending time with my family and friends

Why they chose this property

We built Nautilus in 2016 as a little sister to our other property Cassini. Nautilus is designed to provide luxury accommodation for smaller families or couples. It is part of our "Island Beach Escape" group of 3 beach properties at Island Beach. I personally love staying at Nautilus as it is very light and airy, has a fantastic deck where I spend many hours with my "Birds of Kangaroo Island" book identifying the numerous birds that drink from our birdbath or gather in the trees.

What makes this property unique

Nautilus has all the modern “essentials” we love but it sits so comfortably in the bush setting. We have maintained the native flora which in turn brings the local wildlife. We have Kangaroos, Wallabies, Blue Wrens, Scarlet Robins and Honeyeaters regularly visiting our “bird bath” for a drink or quick bath.

Languages:

English
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