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Cosy retro weekender with far-reaching views

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 525 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

Explore the area

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Goolwa Beach, SA
  • Goolwa Beach
    11 min walk
  • Tokuremoar Reserve
    11 min walk
  • Goolwa Motor Museum
    2 min drive

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About the area

Goolwa Beach

Located in Goolwa Beach, this vacation home is by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Ferguson Road NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress and Goolwa Beach. .This vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Tokuremoar Reserve and 1 mi (1.6 km) from South Lakes Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Goolwa Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Goolwa Motor Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Port Elliot Beach - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Horseshoe Bay - 11 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe' De Carlo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port Elliot Chicken Run - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hector's Cafe on the Wharf - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goolwa Hotel - ‬4 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.

Cosy retro weekender with far-reaching views

Situated in quiet Goolwa Beach, Farview shack is a traditional Aussie weekender that has been updated to provide a comfortable, relaxing base for your stay in the beautiful south coast region.
Every window provides a different view of the surrounding area, from the hills to the lake and the sea. A covered deck along the front of the shack allows you to enjoy the views in comfort.
Across the road from a park, with an easy 10 minute walk to the beach and a quick drive to local shops and the historic town centre, Farview is ideally located for those looking for a short escape or a longer stay.
It has sleeping accomodation for 5 people with a separate bedroom and a sleeping nook off the main living area.
The kitchen has been recently renovated and contains all you need to prepare your own meals.
Reverse cycle air conditioning and TV/DVD are provided.
Outside is a covered area and lawn in a local native garden, and ample parking space. Meditate by the tranquil pond and in winter stargaze by the firepit.
With a décor that gives a nod to history but does not compromise on comfort, Farview will provide you with the quintessential Aussie holiday shack experience.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Rebecca Milne

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sailing 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 269 sq ft (25 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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Cosy retro weekender with far-reaching views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a short beach holiday
Affordable place in Goolwa, close to beach. It is retro as advertised (we enjoyed the dvd selection), but perfectly comfortable - the bed was great. We had a few issues with check in information not arriving and correct beds not made up but easily sorted.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little beach shack
The property delivered what it promised. We loved the location with an easy walk to the beach and it made an excellent base to explore the Fleurieu Peninsula, the Coorong and beyond to the city and hills.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute shack at Giolwa Beach
Cute little shack with everything we needed for a weeks stay. Communication with Rebecca was great. Highly recommended, we visit Goolwa often and will definitely look to stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 star with quirky retro feel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chilling Time
We had a lovely time away from our normal busy lives. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Great place for a solo traveller like me.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonder full
Loved the views, the feel, the ease, the bird life, the quiet. A great shack Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat
Very comfortable accommodation, provided everything we needed. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamish P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Shack in Goolwa
Had a wonderful stay at this Shack. It suited our needs really well. It is a cosy place and has ample space for 4 people who are 6foot 1- 6foot7. I would highly recommend this place to those who want an authentic shack’ experience. It is very comfortable for any situation, if you’re having a busy day then want to have a relaxed meal outside on the Jarrah dining table then this is the place for you. The only thing I would recommend for the owners is to have a BBQ outside on the deck. We are already looking at going again for another summer Goolwa extravaganza. ✌️
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick getaway
Was a fabulous retro beach shack, much better than a cabin or hotel room. Great location and we could park our JetSki. Loved the retro vibe and next time we will bring the kids to use the extra bedroom, thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny S., Renmark

Liked: Cleanliness
X
Great accomodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ben
Awesome place loved our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Goolwa escape
Very pleasant. Great views and location. Only thing missing was wifi (1st world problem, i know).
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
It was the second time my daughter and i have stayed. Once again it was perfect for us. Walking distance to beach everyday and Kuti Shack for a gorgeous lunch. Perfect home away from home with everything we needed.. We will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Goolwa beach house stay
We loved our stay The house was just as described warm clean and homely and met our needs perfectly.. we enjoyed our walks to the beach each day as well
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place
Ticked all the boxes for two people like my son and I
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion B., England

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
A perfect place to stay for our short break. Many thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fair View
Great start to our Fleurieu Peninsular stay. Fairview Shack is rightly named, enjoying an elevated position of the area. Clean and bright. Well equipped . Handy location to explore the south coast. Recommend taking the cockle train from Goolwa to Victor Harbour
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agata C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay!
This was our 3rd time at Farview and it was wonderful once again! The property is full of charm and has all the necessities. The location is unbeatable - a short walk to the beach and equally a short walk/ride to the Encounter Bikeway. The street is quiet and peaceful. The shack is located opposite a large reserve so there is plenty of bird-life. The property has a functional kitchen with stove and oven, fridge with a freezer, lovely hard-wood floor in the main area. There is a TV with a DVD player and reverse cycle air-conditioning unit. The bed is large and very comfortable. The shack gets a lot of natural light in the morning so I personally use an eye mask to help me stay asleep. I only wish we had booked for a longer stay! We are planning to be back again :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Shack
My wife and I had a great time exploring the area for 9 days using this as “base camp” great no fuss accomodation with all amenities required for our stay, shack exactly as described, we would book this accommodation again, thank you to the hosts, good shack experience
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little getaway Shack
The shack is very cute its small but adorable. The loungeroom bedroom was great during the hot temps during our stay. Bring own coffee for coffee machine. Gorgeous little garden. We enjoyed that access to shops, river and beach were so close. Also I've left a dozen eggs from my chickens back home on Bum-nugget Farm for the hosts to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traditional old shack
We would’ve liked to be closer to the beach, however it’s only seven blocks and they were little blocks. Lunch and we love the sea views
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple and tidy 70's decor shack which had all we needed- especially suited for a couple. Peaceful location with a great view across Goolwa from the verandah. As a side issue, hosts may like to consider installing a fly screen on the lounge sliding door, which we tended to use more as our entry/exit point instead of the main door near the queen bed (we had a few unwanted flies and mozzies enter when we weren't looking). Thanks for a great stay.

6/10 Okay

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Description is just right... a shack
A 1 bedroom shack and that's what it was, double bed was in the living room, the bedroom had a single and bunk set. It had few amenities, no washing machine, nowhere to put toiletries, large laundry basin in bathroom doubled as face/teeth/hand cleaning and laundry tub; no wardrobes to hang clothes(hung clothes on curtain rails); no Internet or good tv reception (4 channels only ABC abd Ch 10). Very limited amenities. Convenient location for beach access. Very responsive owners but would not stay again. Would pay more for better amenities.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022