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“Charlie Bates Cottage”

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Penneshaw, SA
  • Penneshaw Penguin Centre
    3 min walk
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal
    12 min walk
  • Kangaroo Island Farmers Market
    15 min walk
  • Penneshaw, SA (PEA)
    10 min drive

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About the area

Penneshaw

When you stay at this cottage in Penneshaw, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Sealink Ferry Terminal and Kangaroo Island Farmers Market. .This cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Baudin Conservation Park and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw.

What's nearby

  • Penneshaw Penguin Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kangaroo Island Farmers Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kangaroo Island Sealink - 58 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Penneshaw Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fat Beagle Coffee Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Millie Mae's Pantry - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fire and Smoke Ki - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sorrento's Pizzeria - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

“Charlie Bates Cottage”

Charlie Bates Cottage is an original stone settlers cottage (circa 1905) and an iconic part of Penneshaw's history.
Sitting high on the hill proudly keeping watch over beautiful Hog Bay and the quaint township of Penneshaw.
Under new ownership since October 2021 and faithfully restored.

Once the only homestead on a large landholding in Penneshaw, the cottage still remains today even though the town has been been significantly populated....in Kangaroo Island terms that is!
Nestled on a large, sloping block she boasts magnificent ocean views, is conveniently located only 2 minutes from the Sealink ferry terminal and a very short walk to the safe swimming beach at the end of the road.

Charlie's has been lovingly restored and refurbished to provide our guests with all the conveniences you need to experience a truly memorable holiday.
We offer the perfect base for couples and friends travelling together so you can experience the very best that Kangaroo Island has to offer from the comfort of somewhere that feels like home.

A modern extension to the original settler's cottage consists of a fully equipped kitchen including a full size fridge/freezer, microwave, quality kitchenware, a dining area with ocean views, laundry (with washing machine and clothes dryer), spacious heated bathroom with separate shower and clawfoot bath. These facilities and our wonderful location combine to make this unique piece of Kangaroo Island's history the ideal base for your getaway.

Perhaps you are looking for the ultimate romantic getaway, somewhere to share a special weekend away, propose to your partner or a charming and private honeymoon destination.

Grab beach towels and head off on an easy 3 minute walk to the end of the street to spend the day having a fantastic family experience swimming and building sandcastles on one of the safest swimming beaches on the Island, Hog's Bay. Dolphins frequent the bay and you might be lucky enough to spot a seal swimming in the waters around the jetty.

Have a day off from touring and watch a selection on great movies from our extensive DVD library, read a book, play board games or simply relax on the verandah with your favourite glass of wine and watch the sun set over the ocean or the comings and goings of the ferries..

You will delight in the opportunity to view the kangaroos, wallabies that frequent the lawns around the cottage at night. An intimate wildlife experience for all of our guests.

The Penneshaw Penguin Centre is located just a short walk around the bay and provides a fantastic opportunity to observe the local Fairy Penguins in their natural habitat and gain an insight into the life of these beautiful and mysterious seabirds.

Fire up the BBQ on the verandah and enjoy 180 degree views with your dinner, lunch or breakfast.

A picture book seaside village, Penneshaw is the ideal location for your stay on Kangaroo Island. Superb swimming beaches, stunning scenery, fantastic fishing, abundant wildlife and a well serviced town centre are just some of the attractions Penneshaw has to offer.

Just at the end of the road from Charlie's, Hog's Bay Beach is a great place to swim, see dolphins or the occassional seal at play and has excellent grassed BBQ facilities located near the Penguin Information Centre and ferry terminal. The centre is open most nights for tours featuring Penneshaw's cutest residents, the Little Fairy Penguins. Tammar wallabies roam the streets in the evening, stopping at Charlie's for a munch on the lawn or some fruit.

The Penneshaw Hotel offers quality meals with ocean views, or after a hard days touring if you don't feel like cooking or eating out, there are several take away options including a pizza and fish and chips.
Pack a picnic and stop at Chapman River on your way back from Cape Willoughby Lighthouse, sample wines and local produce at False Cape and Dudley Wineries or fish for the famed KI King George Whiting on the jetty. What ever your idea of the perfect Kangaroo Island holiday you're sure to find it at Charlies in Penneshaw.

With so much to see and do in the Penneshaw area, you could be tempted to never leave, but if you decide to discover everything the Island has to offer, all the Islands attractions are within an easy day's driving return trip from Charlie's. To ensure your safety, when planning day trips make sure you allow enough time to return home before dusk, as this when many of the Island's wildlife species become active.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cottage features games, snorkeling nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby, sailing nearby, and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Sue Jones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Small Pets negotiable

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Babies negotiable, not suitable for children

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
Note from host: Strictly no parties or events
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

“Charlie Bates Cottage” Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect base for KI exploring
We enjoyed our stay at Charlie Bates Cottage. It was a wonderful to come back and relax on the front verandah after our daily explorations to many locations on KI. Great viewing of the comings and goings of the ferry and also the cruise ship which called in. The Cottage is very well set up, comfortable and a pleasure to stay in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David and Sue R., Drummond Cove (Geraldton)

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic historic cottage
Lovely and comfortable with a great mix of new and old
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best place in Peneshaw
Wonderful little heritage house. Beautiful views. Excellent furnishings and appliances.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed
Great location. Well appointment ammenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Perfect place to stay. Had everything and more. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott and Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pennashaw holiday
The location was great, an easy find and a short trip from the docking warf for sealink. The cottage was clean, and very cute. The spot was quiet and peaceful There was everything you would need if you were self catering. The people in the shops and businesses were very friendly. We would recommend this old world cottage for your stay on Kangaroo Island. Looking forward to coming back sometime.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
A fabulous cottage with everything supplied that you could ever want and just a short walk to the beach and into town. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph c.

Liked: Cleanliness
charming cottage
Great property, well fitted out with everything you need and a very charming cottage. Host was fabulous and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charlie bates cottage
Only complaint was no wifi but everything else was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage with history
A lovely restored cottage that has a great open fire place and everything for a chilled , quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay and location
We had a great stay at the cottage - it was cozy, comfortable, kitchen was great with appreciated extras when travelling (things like cling wrap and food containers), bath was fab and the home was well furnished. We enjoyed some of the cafes in Penneshaw, the penguin tour at night, the local beach, walks and also exploring further afield.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Athena & David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property in a gorgeous town
Cottage even better than I expected. Beautifully decorated and has everything you need. Comfortable bed and shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little gem
Very cosy and comfortable, met our expectations and then some. Sue had thought of everything we might possibly need. The cottage is light, warm and easy to settle into. Very convenient for touring the Dudley Peninsula, and Penneshaw and its environs. Lovely decor, comfortable furniture and cupboards well-stocked with cooking equipment etc. Quiet, peaceful and very relaxing. Thoroughly enjoyed our three night’s stay, and would be very happy to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and well located
Lovely spot on the hill with sea views. Comfy cottage with well equipped kitchen and laundry. Great base for touring and self catering. Beautiful blue fairy wrens hopping around the garden!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy
Very cute little cottage, clean, well equipped. Located not far from t
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lazy Long Weekend
The house was well presented with everything there we needed for our stay. Close to bushwalking and the town it was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

warren r.

Liked: Cleanliness
cottage on the,hill
nice comfortable close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness
Charles bates cottage
Absolutely fabulous, felt like a home away from home. Had everything you needed and more. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L., Melbourne,Victoria,Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanting cottage
Absolutely charming historic cottage. It was clean,comfortable and tastefully and sympathetically furnished to complement its original character, with nice touches such as the sailing ship etched glass door. The central and convenient location ages it easy to enjoy everything Penneshaw has to offer, including a lovely beach nearby. It is quiet and peaceful and we relaxed in the deck chairs on the flowering bougainvillea draped front verandah whilst admiring the beautiful ocean view. Kangaroos visited in the evenings. Highly recommend this host and property and hope to stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

brett

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky cottage
Great time on unexpected island
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and comfortable
Loved every minute of our stay. The only problem was that our time went too quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in idyllic settling
The cottage and the surroundings were perfect. Easy access to Kangaroo Island tourist attractions and lovely spot overlooking Penneshaw and for beach walking. Close to amenities. Very clean and comfortable inside, thanks to Sue for supplying some provisions for us on entry. Sue was very warm, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022