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Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour

4.0 star property
4-star cottage near Steam Exchange Brewery

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Boathouse Retreat | Terrace/patio
Marina
Boathouse Retreat | Street view
Boathouse Retreat | Living area
Fountain

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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138 Liverpool Road, Goolwa North, SA, 5214
  • Place, Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Goolwa Wharf Markets
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Steam Exchange Brewery
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Goolwa North

Oceanside stay.You'll find Steam Exchange Brewery and Artworx Gallery within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Goolwa Golf Course is within 3 miles (5 km) and Boomer Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Steam Exchange Brewery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Artworx Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Goolwa Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 3 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai Days - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 52 Fourteen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cadell Street Fish & Chips - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour

4-star cottage near Steam Exchange Brewery
This cottage offers its guests a marina and a lazy river. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly cottage. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Goolwa North cottage is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1910
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
This cottage offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include queen sofa beds and desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star cottage have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Queen sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 100 per stay

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the ocean
  • On the riverwalk
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Boat tours
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 units
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Built in 1910
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per stay.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

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Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem

Was absolutely ecstatic to find this little gem as a surprise for my husbands birthday. As he knows this area very well, it was great to find something he didn’t know was there. From the moment we pulled in from the road, we were in love. The location, presentation, cleanliness, thoughtfulness - all 5 plus extra stars. Very thoughtful touches. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. Phil & Wendy are great hosts and the private cruise on the wooden boat was a real highlight. We will definitely be highly recommending this property as well as becoming return visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boat house perfection

What an amazing place to stay. Everything has been thought of to create absolute perfection. Beautifully decorated, private and comfortable. You feel a part of the private marina and the sound of the water is so relaxing. This is one of the best places we have ever stayed and would come Back to South Australia just to stay here again. Thank you for sharing your amazing boat house Kim Laurie Boyd December 2018
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heaven

It was. The most beautiful appointed with free breakfast which was really good if we were ever that way again it would be our first place to go the hosts were great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ho Wan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Stay in Goolwa

Goolwa is such a lovely small town. The River Retreat we have stayed in is located by the river, with a bikeway along the beautiful and tranquil river coast, which is perfect for a stroll, jog or cycling. The Retreat is very cosy and comfortable. The kitchen is very well-equipped, including an oven. Our host is very friendly and helpful in assisting our check-in, as we had difficulty in retrieving our original instruction of the check-in process. Everything is thoughtfully provided here. Goolwa is a convenient place to base in for exploration of the neighbourhood. It is just a 10-minute drive from Middleton, where we have seen a good number of whales in Basham Beach. Port Elliot and Victor Harbor are also just 15-minute drive away. Hindmarsh Island and Murray Mouth are just 10-minute drive across the bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

richard, Tanunda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

comfort by the river

Nice view to river through the trees, and the pool the other way. We appreciated the Aircond and the pool due to the extreme heat.

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Great deal; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Beautiful; loved the wine, walking around the river, cafes

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Fairly expensive worth it; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate; The attention to detail was amazing! Very thoughtful owners. Will definitely go back again.

10/10 Excellent

John, Australia - VIC - Regional VIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Amazing; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless;

8/10 Good

Carolyn, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Lois, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Happy Find

Peaceful, clean, well-appointed, nice gardens, god outlook from upper floor. A pleasure to stay there.