8/10 Good
michael z.
11 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming + Great Location
An old stone cottage in a wonderfully eclectic and vibrant neighborhood adjacent to sandy beaches populated by locals, families and many, many dogs. First time in Adelaide and the appeal of the Semaphore neighborhood resonated with us. Our 4 day stay at the Cottage helped to cement our expectations with a home that provided spacious rooms, a fully functional kitchen, good gas grill, an outdoor area, washing, good bathroom, great king bed and bedding, a superb cooling system and an excellent big screen tv. We explored by day and relaxed in comfort each night. Look, it is a 100+ year old home, so there are some cosmetic warts like cracks in the walls, some uneven floor boards and on a windy day, some rattling windows. Don't let this dissuade you. The description of the property relative to the shops and beach and transport are spot on. Harris Street is tree lined and quiet with equally charming homes and ample parking. We had a car, and parked in front of the home each and every day. Temps and humidity were off the charts for our visit, but the stone home stayed surprisingly cool, and the split system chilled the house when needed. We slept well with no exterior noise and each window is equipped with a sun shade and a blackout shade. Well thought. Large closets provided ample storage. Lighting in the living room could have been better, as could some of the overall quality of the furnishings, but its a rental. We get it. Go for it.
michael z.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024