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Moontana
* COMPLETELY REFURBISHED DEC 2017 * "Moontana" is a 2010 built Rivergum home located a short 300m walk from the beautiful and secluded Simms Cove, Moonta Bay. Comprising of 4 brms (see description below), lge open plan kitchen/lounge area, 2 bathrooms, reading room and laundry w/ washing machine. Fully equipped kitchen with stove top/oven, large fridge, accessories i.e. kettle, toaster, crockery, cutlery and glassware, pots and pans. Reverse-cycle split system a/c in lounge area with 42 inch TV

The Cosy Nook
Recently renovated, large basic yard with plenty of space for boat or caravan. The Cosy Nook is suitable for couples, a family or group of friends wanting to experience a seaside adventure. Two undercover car parking spaces, walking distance from the Main Street, shops, jetty (approx 1km), playground and Waterpark. Cowell boasts excellent fishing/crabbing and we have much local knowledge to share. Fresh oysters also available on request. We live nearby and are happy to help any way we can.

Quaint and cosy
Welcome to Warnes Street Cottage, you’ll be charmed by this adorable place to stay! Sleeping 4, 1 Queen & 2 king singles, it boasts a modern bathroom and kitchen. You get to enjoy our whole gorgeous cottage all to yourself!! Air conditioned and with a cosy combustion heater it’s an inviting place to relax in. Enjoy a bbq in the outdoor entertaining area after a fabulous days fishing and exploring our wonderful beaches. See you soon at your home away from home on the beautiful Eyre Peninsula!

Sandy's Shores
Welcome to Sandy's Shores, 400 easy steps to beautiful white sands of sparkling South Beach. You will find a stunning 5km walk, safe swimming, beach-side tree shaded picnic lawn area, BBQ & jetty strolling/fishing, Our "Couples Retreat" welcomes you to cheerful comfort of the entire safe, self contained unit. Our delightful, quiet beachside neighbourhood comes cheerfully to life during holiday times. Unwind, relax, enjoy! You can do nothing or you can do it all on Yorke Peninsula 😃

Sea views
Continental breakfast on request. Uninterrupted sea views from kitchen, dining and lounge area. Accomodation consists of lounge, dining/family area plus kitchen. Master bedroom, one queen bed, shower, separate toilet and powder room. Happy to have a discussion with regard to bringing your pet. Three minute walk to south beach, jetty, local store and Tavern. Room for boat outside. 9 hole Greg Norman designed Golf Course close by. Owners live upstairs. Shared laundry. Dog on site.

Sandcastles 1 Moonta Bay
*Loose supplied linen option available or BYO* Newly renovated property situated on the beachfront with near 180deg views. No roads between the property and the beach with convenient stairway access to beach at the front. Neighbouring property, Sandcastles 2 Moonta Bay may also be of interest depending on availability and your group size. Note, a security camera at Sandcastles 1 shed monitors the rear of property where property is entered and rubbish bins are stored for security.

Joan's Cottage
Welcome to Joan's Cottage, the perfect blend of charm and modern style. Located in the heart of Cleve on the beautiful Eyre Peninsula, this cottage boasts a quiet and peaceful location, yet is just a short walk from the town center. Start your day off right, sipping coffee on the front veranda while taking in the stunning sunrise. Please remember to book Joan’s Cottage for the correct number of guests, as linen will only be provided for those included in the booking.

Beach, Sunsets, Fishing, Family Fun Chinaman Wells
An absolute slice of heaven where relaxation is a priority, fishing is real and exploring the reefs with snorkeling or canoeing is possible. If you are looking for a peaceful place where you can relax or you can be as active as you want, Chinaman Wells is it! Feel all the stress of the real world melting away with each minute you spend watching the magical sunsets and digging your feet into the sand connecting back to the earth.

Sea, Salt and Sand
Location, location, location! Sea, Salt and Sand is located on Tumby Terrace, Tumby Bay, and features beautiful beach views. A well-appointed 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house, built in 2020, this fully furnished holiday rental has everything you need for the perfect beachfront getaway. Lie in bed and listen to the waves roll in, or sit in the spacious indoor / outdoor lounge room that opens fully onto a large terrace.

Story’s Shack 43
Shack 43 is only meters from the beach. The property is a spacious and relaxing self contained, perfect for a family holiday, with a large living area. The 3 bed rooms all have Queen size beds with a extra 2 single fold up beds Fully contained kitchen to cook your own meals. The outdoor area is large with a gas BBQ and outdoor table Clothes dryer in the 3 bay car shed

Ocean Eyre
Recently renovated 3 bedroom house with 2 bathrooms conveniently located a short walk from Cowell shops, jetty and waterpark/ playground. The property sleeps 6 people with off-street parking and plenty of space for a boat or caravan. Cowell is famous for fishing, crabbing and oysters.

Sunset Villa
Courtyard home with Sea Views overlooking the front fully fenced yard. Walking distance to South Beach, The Tavern and Port Hughes Jetty your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally located holiday home.
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All about Cowell
There are plenty of fish in the sea in Cowell — literally. This tiny town perched on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia is renowned for its fertile waters brimming with salmon, snapper, mullet, silver whiting, tommy ruff, squid, crabs, and oysters. As you may expect, this is the perfect place for a seafood dinner. Local fishing boats bob along on the horizon and fishermen haul in their catches of the day. Here, you can order heaping platters of steamed blue swimmer crab, swill briny seawater from fresh-harvested oysters, and tuck into crispy, golden fish and chips, all without taking your eyes off the ocean or your feet off the sand.
Seafood isn’t the only thing that’s plentiful around here — Cowell is home to the world’s largest deposits of nephrite jade. You can meander along the boardwalk and peruse stalls showcasing local artisan jewellery and sculptures featuring this precious stone. Visitors also come here to take in some local history and enjoy the soft sandy beaches.
What are the top things to do in Cowell?
Shopping for Jade Jewellery
From local artists selling their sculptures to jewellers showing off unique pieces, the shops lining the Cowell boardwalk are the place to go to pick up a souvenir made with the inky black jade stone that this town is famous for. Head to the Cowell Jade Motel to see a collection of striking pieces made by locals and to the Franklin Harbour History Museum to learn about the place of nephrite jade in the town’s history.
Freshly-caught Seafood
Cowell is world-renowned for its fish and seafood, and especially its oysters. From catch-of-the-day fish and chips at a seaside shack to towers of blue crab and oysters on sea-view terraces, everything you’ll eat here is freshly caught and top quality.
Spotting Sea Lions at the Beach
With soft, sugary sands, rolling dunes, and lush reefs, nearby Gibbon Bay is one of the most scenic beaches in the local area. It also happens to be a favourite spot for colonies of sea lions to hang out. Look for them lounging on the rocks and taking in the sun, but be sure to keep your distance.
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