Top 10 Cottages in South Australia, Australia

May 1, 2023 Flossie Demartino

Whether you're a culture vulture or nature lover, South Australia offers great adventures. Get a taste of the Outback with a hike through the Flinders Ranges, sample the amazing wines of Barossa or come face to face with koalas and sea lions on Kangaroo Island. The capital city of Adelaide showcases Aboriginal antiquities at the South Australian Museum and bustles day and night with events. Rent a car to cover the most ground, as the province is four times the size of the United Kingdom.
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1. Tanunda Cottages

157 Murray St, Tanunda, South Australia 5352 Australia
Excellent
66%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
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2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 88 reviews

Tanunda Cottages

STAY FOR ONE NIGHT OR STAY FOR AS LONG AS YOU LIKE Tanunda Cottages is centrally located accommodation in the heart of the Barossa Valley. We are a welcoming spot for travellers, business people and families. Choose from one of our three, two bedroom cottages at the front of the property which accommodate up to six guests in each cottage. Or our spacious Winery Cottage at the back of the property that accommodates up to five guests in three bedrooms. Easily accessible from Adelaide, you’ll also love the close proximity to the centre of Tanunda. We’re a short walk to local shops, cafés and restaurants plus renowned wineries including our family’s own cellar door – Underground Barossa right next door. Relax in comfort. We pride ourselves on making your stay as comfortable as possible. Gas fires will keep you warm during winter and newly installed air conditioning will help you to relax in the heat of summer. Park your vehicle on site and stay connected with our free WiFi. Local food and hospitality. Live like a Barossan with our range of local breakfast provisions including Jersey Fresh Milk, espresso coffee and a bottle of sparkling wine. You’ll discover the perfect way to unwind with our complimentary BBQ facilities and picturesque lawns. Book direct for your exclusive gift on arrival.

Can sum it up in one word. Homely

Reviewed By Serving_Reason

This is a beautiful facility with three separate cottages. The exterior is beautiful, as is the interior. The signage could be a little more pronounced, as we missed it twice when we drove through. Our booking was through an external website and we didn’t receive the lock box instructions. This meant we had to call and leave a voicemail to get the details. Our cottage was very roomy with a federation theme throughout. The overall word to describe it is “homely”. We instantly felt at home. The kitchenette is well appointed and good bathroom facilities. The bed is very comfortable with crisp clean linen. This was a fantastic and surprising stay. Highly recommend.

2. Hahndorf Oak Tree Cottages

47 Main Street, Hahndorf, South Australia 5245 Australia
Excellent
91%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 151 reviews

Hahndorf Oak Tree Cottages

Just what you are looking for

Reviewed By G5052SXjamesg

No regrets!! Fully equipped well presented and clean 1 bedroom apartment with everything you need minus cooking facilities (dose have a microwave) but you don’t come to Hahndorf to eat in. Great location, close to everything but quiet and private for sleeping and relaxing.

3. Paxton Square Cottages

1 Kingston Street, Burra, South Australia 5417 Australia
Excellent
38%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 112 reviews

Paxton Square Cottages

Our newly refurbished rooms offer the character of yesteryear in contemporary comfort. Our self-contained cottages feature spacious bedrooms with quality linen, fully equipped kitchen, spacious lounge rooms, reverse cycle air conditioning, digital television, and free wi-fi. Complimentary continental breakfast provisions may be provided (please request on booking). The site offers full laundry facilities, and BBQ area. The Cottages are pet friendly on request. We are proud to offer a 1 night minimum stay, however during long weekend periods, we can only offer a minimum 2 night stay. The Cottages are a 2 minute walk to local boutiques and eateries, and are ideally situated to explore the attractions that Burra and the Clare Valley Tourism Region have on offer.

Way above expectations

Reviewed By 218jennaw

So glad I chose to stay here. These cottages are cleverly and beautifully renovated, but you can still see the structure of history underneath. One bedroom cottage was HUGE and extremely comfortable, with a queen bed and a single, plus a sitting room with reverse cycle and television. Large shower cubicle. Kitchen had everything I needed including fridge and microwave. Toiletries and coffee/tea supplies included. Great location 2 mins from cafes in the main street. Parking at the door. There are BBQs and a laundry outside as well. They have accessible cottages too. And it was very reasonably priced.

4. Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage

27 Gerald Roberts Rd, Seppeltsfield, South Australia 5355 Australia
Excellent
100%
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5 based on 121 reviews

Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage

Surrounded by grapevines and lush gardens, Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage offers exclusive, luxury Barossa Valley accommodation for just one couple. Breathe the country air beneath vast skies with a sense of open space yet complete privacy. Slow down and recharge. Enjoy a wine while watching the sun set, soak your cares away in the deep rainwater bath or venture down the timeworn steps to peruse the private wine collection in the historic cottage cellar. Celebrate your special occasion or simply spend precious time together to absorb and explore the Barossa. Everything you need is right at your fingertips… Set in our Seize the Day premium Shiraz vineyard, our self-contained cottage is located an easy one hour drive from Adelaide on the Barossa’s historic palm-lined Seppeltsfield Road. Located next door to Hentley Farm, within walking distance to Seppeltsfield and Fino restaurant, or a short drive to Appellation, some of the Barossa’s most premium food and wine experiences are right on your doorstep. Our neighbour, Seppeltsfield Winery offers a globally recognised “Barossa Wine, Food and Art Paradise” where you can taste a 100 year old wine, discover JamFactory artisans and experience Vasse Virgin luxe olive oil skincare and food products. Discover the Barossa on a bespoke guided wine tour, take to the skies, unearth some history, meet the local wildlife or choose one of the many exclusive experiences the Barossa has to offer. Create your perfect stay with an all inclusive package or let us tailor something just for you. As a multiple South Australian and Australian tourism award winning destination and a 2017 Barossa Trust Mark recipient, we offer you the perfect opportunity to discover the food, culture, history & hospitality of the Barossa Valley. We have also opened "The Retreat", our main house on the same property, for relaxed contemporary accommodation for up to six guests. See website for further details.

Pure luxury in the Barossa

Reviewed By Allison G

What a gem - situated in a beautiful garden and surrounded by vines - cosy, quiet, peaceful and indulgent. Very comfortable and luxurious. Jodie is the perfect hostess and our supplies were extremely generous and delicious. Well located and close to cellar doors, restaurants and towns.

5. Coonawarra Cottages

3-5 Mary Rd, Coonawarra, South Australia 5263 Australia
Excellent
69%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Coonawarra Cottages

Three individual cottages side by side suitable for a single, couple or groups of up to 10. Very close to Coonawarra vineyards and cellar doors and on the Coonawarra Walking trail. Fodder Restaurant, open for lunch 5 days a week is across the road. All cottages have fires and reverse cycle air conditioners. All linen and breakfast provisions are provided along with a pod coffee machine.

A Coonawarra accommodation ‘gem’

Reviewed By MJS10016

A fabulous country cottage located right in the middle of Coonawarra! An extra bonus to be able to walk to quite a few wineries and eateries. Deb is an incredible host - a very comfortable cottage with extras such as fresh bread, hot cross buns and staples in the fridge. The cottage furnishings and design are perfect, giving you a feeling of coziness and tranquility. Highly recommended for a very relaxing weekend or week day stay.

6. Donington Cottage

Lincoln National Park Donington Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia 5607 Australia
Excellent
100%
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5 based on 7 reviews

Donington Cottage

Donington Cottage is an early settler's cottage based 39km SE from Port Lincoln in the Lincoln National Park, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia. Enjoy the charm of a century old, single storey two bedroom cottage nestled in tranquil natural landscape. It is magnificently located on a rise overlooking a beautiful sandy beach and the waters of Spalding Cove. The cottage was built in 1899, with a quaint lounge area plus heating, a fully equipped kitchen with fridge, oven, microwave & coffee machine with complimentary local, Kurenti Coffee. There are two bedrooms, (main bedroom has a queen bed and second bedroom has 2 x bunk beds). The cottage can sleep up to 6 guests. Linen can be be provided upon request when booking at an additional fee. Bathroom includes shower, vanity and toilet. Enjoy the adjoining undercover area, complete with handcrafted red gum bench & BBQ facilities. In the cooler months (adhering to National Park fire restrictions) guests are welcome to light the fire pit, toast marshmallows, sip on local wine and make lasting memories! Take in the beautiful coastal air, relax, unwind and stroll through nature. Admire the local wildlife including kangaroos, emus and extensive bird life. The ideal family escape, a weekend with friends or a romantic getaway just for two!

Donington- Enjoy the peacefulness

Reviewed By robynhum

We stayed 3 nights at Donington Cottage. My husband and I enjoyed the solitude and peacefulness of the location. The cottage is well set up for your stay. Full kitchen, BBQ and outdoor dining. The best thing was the wildlife. We had 6 emus and 2 kangaroos regularly visiting us. The beach is great to walk along and hiking trails all close by

7. Cobb and Co Cottages

2 Portland St, Penola, South Australia 5277 Australia
Excellent
33%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 36 reviews

Cobb and Co Cottages

3 Stand alone, 2 bedroom, fully self contained cottages, full breakfast provisions provided, centrally located, reverse cycle air/con, heating, very quiet area, undercover car park at cottage, Bbq

Great location and comfortable bed, but seriously lacking in cleaning and maintenance

Reviewed By Discover03180872135

On the plus side, the location is central, the bed in our cottage was clean and comfortable and the bathroom was functional, if a little weird, being mostly occupied by a large spa bath. The let-downs came firstly with the toilet, which did not flush properly and had a broken toilet-roll holder, and secondly with the kitchen, which was not properly cleaned. It was fortunate another couple who had booked with us decided not to come, because we could not have managed the non-flushing toilet with more than two people. In the kitchen, the oven was unusable, because it had certainly not been cleaned since the previous use and, judging by the volume of acrid smoke emitted when it heated up, probably not for a long time before that. The 'fridge, although the main section was clean, still had a partly-used container of ice cream in the freezer. General maintenance was sadly lacking, inside and out. Penola is located in the middle of a premium wine-growing region. Cobb & Co Cottages could be made a very nice place to stay, but it is presently showing obvious signs of neglect.

8. Narnu Farm

Corner Monument Road and Sidney Parade, Hindmarsh Island, South Australia 5214 Australia
Excellent
60%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Narnu Farm

Narnu Farm is a family-friendly, interactive holiday destination on Hindmarsh Island - South Australia. With farm cottage style accommodation, animal feeding, horse riding lessons, trail rides, truck rides, bonfires and much more it is a most memorable experience. Children can enjoy some good old fashioned fun in the fresh air without the need for technology…..building and playing in their own cubby houses, collecting eggs, bottle feeding baby farm animals and holding chicks. It’s a memorable and fascinating experience that will have you wanting to come back time and again. Narnu farm is also a popular South Australian School Camp destination. With fun filled educational activity programs, bunk house style accommodation and full catering, kids just love it!

Wonderful family break

Reviewed By muggyhen

This is a perfect place to stay for families. I don't really like the bustle of campsites so I found Narnu farm a great option for a cabin stay. The staff are all friendly and professional. It is very well maintained and the animals are all healthy and well cared for. The cabins are spaced out, and it feels really peaceful. My daughter had a horse ride which was well organised and great value. The animal feeding is a great addition (around 1 hour of interaction with a variety of animals). Highly recommended

9. Mill Cottage

2 Mill Rd, Loxton, South Australia 5333 Australia
Excellent
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5 based on 9 reviews

Mill Cottage

Lovely old home with excellent host!

Reviewed By Jill W

We stayed 2 nights at Mill Cottage and felt very welcome. Wendy is an excellent host and looked after us so well. The home baked bread was a bonus and everything worked extremely well. We woiuld definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting to enjoy a stay in thje Riverland.

10. Stone Hut Cottages

1 Main North Road, Stone Hut, South Australia 5480 Australia
Excellent
74%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 58 reviews

Stone Hut Cottages

Stone Hut is located a leisurely 2-1/2 hour drive north of Adelaide through the Clare Wine Valley in the beautiful Southern Flinders Ranges. Six cottages nestled on 2-1/2 acres of scenic rural countryside. An ideal place to relax and explore some of the most scenic countryside in South Australia.

Great accommodation

Reviewed By Rod2411

Our cottage was number 5. Easy ramp access and furthest from the main road (although there was not much traffic at night). Large comfortable queen bed with a double sofa bed. Small kitchenette with plenty of pots, pans, crockery and cutlery. Tea, coffee and milk supplied. Added extras were the walk-in aviary and animal enclosures situated nearby.

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