
Holiday houses in Goolwa Beach
Find and book unique accommodation on Airbnb
Top-rated holiday rentals in Goolwa Beach
Guests agree: these stays are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Tabakea Holiday House @Goolwa Beach - pets welcome
Welcome to Tabakea Holiday House. You're invited to bring your family (including fur-babies) and getaway for a few days to this quiet setting in Goolwa Beach. Centrally-located Tabakea is 3 min drive or 15-20 min walk to the beach, and about the same to the Wharf precinct in town. And the supermarket is only 5 min walk. Goolwa has lots to explore: beaches, the river including the unique Coorong as well as the historic township. In the region you can visit wineries, national parks & much more.

Riverside Retreat … with beautiful water views
Located at the calm waters of the riverfront you can watch the yacht racing, Oscar W paddle steamer pass by or casually walk along the shore to the cafes & the local activities. Comfortable furnishings throughout, the master bedroom has a postrepedic king sized bed & views of the water. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen bed. There is also a small public jetty in front. Walk or ride anywhere! Maybe catch the train to Victor or cruise the river. Everything is a few hundred meters!

BLACK SALT
Black Salt is a beautifully designed, newly built flat only three minutes walk to Goolwa Beach, Kuti Shack cafe, & the Surf Life Savers club. This fully self-contained holiday unit has a private courtyard & undercover parking. Complete with stone benches, polished concrete floors, & a luxurious bathroom that includes a washing machine, it makes the perfect get away. Full breakfast provisions for your first day & a bottle of wine upon arrival. Free WiFi and Netflix Check in 3pm, check out 11am

Oceanviews, Firepit, Pet friendly, 500m to Beach!
Recently renovated and with endless views of the Great Southern Ocean to Port Elliot & beyond. We know you'll love this family friendly place as much as we do. Expansive front terrace with glass blacony allows an uniterrupted view of the southern ocean from the large table or couch while protected from sea breezes. Dine on the terrace or the large north facing rear deck which is perfect for preparing the evening meal on our gas Weber Family Q BBQ. Come & enjoy our family/pet friendly home!

Seaspray at Goolwa Beach
Please note linen is NOT provided but can be hired through Victor Linen (see below). Seaspray at Goolwa Beach is a well loved family beach house - 2 storey house with 5 bdr, 3 bth, separate living areas, reverse cycle AC, family room with pool table and is approximately 250m from magnificent Goolwa beach. There is ample parking for 4+ cars. Both front/back yards are lawned for plenty of play space, and backyard is fenced. Outdoor settings on front balcony and back porch. WIFI provided.

Mariner’s c1866 Little Scotland
Nestled in a quiet one way street in the unique & historic area of Little Scotland. A short walk to the township & wharf and 5 min drive to popular Goolwa Beach. Explore the area planned in the 1850s to recreate the narrow lanes/ walkways of Scotland. The heritage cottage boasts modern amenities: Wifi , Netflix, split cycle aircon, gas log fire, new bathroom & kitchen as well as a hot water outdoor shower! A fully enclosed lawned & shaded garden area for all the family and pets to enjoy!

Spa Studio Goolwa
''Spa and Sauna Studio" is a beautiful self-contained studio that is an intimate retreat. It provides a place to unwind and relax with a feeling of serenity and space. The spa and sauna are in a separate light filled room, which then leads out to an outdoor courtyard offering BBQ facilities. The Studio is 1 extra large room, with a kitchentte, ensuite, kingsize bed, lounge, TV, and dining table. Spa Studio is in a lovely neighbourhood 3 minute drive to the beach, main street, and river.

Salty Dog. Cheerful and Cosy home in Goolwa.
Welcome to Salty Dog. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Located in a quiet neighbourhood - it makes the perfect escape for you and your loved one for a romantic getaway. Located close to beach and river. Guests can take advantage of the newly renovated house and outside deck areas. Light and airy with a brand new bathroom and all modern features. Outdoor bath for those who want to experience an intimate moment in nature. Outdoor shower avail to wash the sand off your feet.

Goolwa Beach House pet friendly walk to main beach
Perfect location for summer or winter, 350 metre walk to the beautiful Goolwa beach. Modern, airy and clean, with new beds, quilts, blankets and pillows supplied (MUST PROVIDE OWN SHEETS AND TOWELS). Includes lounges set up for comfort and ease. Large rear deck and fully fenced back yard. We love to travel and have set up our beach house with all the things we think you need for a great break. Fur babies welcome, please remember their bed or blanket. ENJOY

Gumnut Getaway Bed & Breakfast
Gumnut Getaway offers a private Bed and Breakfast studio in peaceful, secluded Goolwa North. The Getaway is fully air-conditioned and has its own private lounge with flat screen TV, cosy sofa and dining area. Outside you have your own intimate courtyard and deck area for sunlit breakfasts or sunset contemplation. While here, Let your creativity shine and take advantage of doing an art workshop in jewellery, ceramics, photography or scraper-board etching.

Charming historic cottage c1853, Highlands House.
Highlands House c1853, is a charming heritage cottage and reportedly the first residential dwelling in Goolwa. The house oozes character but doesn’t compromise on comfort, as it comes with modern amenities. The cottage boasts a large private and secure yard, perfect for bird watching or to share with children and pets. Summer nights offer an amazing space to BBQ , in winter relax around the fire pit or have a cosy night in front of the log burner.

'Ooh La La' is a quirky French inspired apartment
'Ooh La La' is a quirky french inspired apartment in Goolwa South, just a short walk to the following attractions: - Bombora on the River Cafe - Goolwa surf beach and the Kuti Shack cafe - Historic wharf precinct - Goolwa South Lakes Golf Club - Goolwa Aquatic Club and Fleurieu Function Centre - Local shops Includes: - Smart TV with Netflix - Free wifi - Air con - Full kitchen with microwave - front and rear balconies
Popular amenities for Goolwa Beach holiday rentals
Other great holiday rentals in Goolwa Beach

Piccolina Floating Accomodation

Casual Luxury - spa, games room, pets welcome!

The Deck ~ Goolwa. River and Beach - Pet friendly

Seaside Daisy 3 Bedrooms 6 Beds

The Silo farm retreat

The Cottage at Blue Door Farm

Hampton on Washington -Breakfast Wi-Fi Netflix Inc

Sandy Bay Studio
When is the best time to visit Goolwa Beach?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | $302 AUD | $226 AUD | $226 AUD | $278 AUD | $220 AUD | $234 AUD | $215 AUD | $226 AUD | $237 AUD | $243 AUD | $228 AUD | $278 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 20°C | 20°C | 19°C | 17°C | 14°C | 12°C | 12°C | 12°C | 14°C | 16°C | 18°C | 19°C |
All about Goolwa Beach
A quiet suburb in the historic river port of Goolwa, Goolwa Beach faces the wild Southern Ocean on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula. The namesake surf beach is just one of a long line of beaches stretching far into the distance, interrupted only by the opening of the Murray River to the ocean. Goolwa Beach is a maze of residential streets bordered by coastal scrub to the west and the town’s riverside golf course to the east. You’ll walk from your stay to the beach via tracks leading through the coastal dunes, or down Beach Road to swim at a patrolled strip of sand.
Inland from the beach, the town of Goolwa lines the final bend in the Murray River before it reaches the ocean. The port thrived as a shipbuilding centre and the terminal for the paddle steamers and barges plying the mighty river in the 19th century, and many sandstone buildings from that era are still standing in the heritage-listed old centre of town. Across the bridge from the old part of town, Hindmarsh Island is just one of a handful of islands to explore between the river and the water sports haven of Lake Alexandrina.
What are the top things to do in Goolwa Beach?
Goolwa Wharf
The focal point of the river port, Goolwa Wharf is one of only two places in the world where you can step off a steam locomotive and onto a steam-powered paddleboat. (The other place is in the Scottish Highlands.) Take a cruise to the mouth of the Murray before sampling the wares at the winery cellar door, brewery, and whisky distillery on the wharf.
Goolwa State Heritage Area
The old part of Goolwa runs a few blocks inland from the town’s timber wharf to the 1860 Council Chambers. In this compact heritage area, you find the Goolwa National Trust Museum, which houses what may well be the first motorhome ever built in the country, as well as grand timber hotels and venerable sandstone buildings.
Encounter Bikeway
Bring your own bicycles, or hire e-bikes in Goolwa, to take advantage of the Encounter Bikeway, which runs more than 31 kilometres from Goolwa along the coast to the towns of Middleton, Port Elliot, and Victor Harbor. As soon as you leave Goolwa Beach you’ll pass through the melaleuca forest and dunes of Tokuremoar Reserve, a site of great significance for the local Ramindjeri and Ngarrindjeri peoples.
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Goolwa Beach

Total holiday rentals
Explore 110 holiday rentals in Goolwa Beach

Nightly prices starting at
Goolwa Beach holiday rentals start at $92 AUD per night before taxes and fees

Verified guest reviews
Over 4,300 verified reviews to help you choose

Family-friendly holiday rentals
100 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 60 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
80 of Goolwa Beach holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Goolwa Beach rentals

4.8 Average rating
Goolwa Beach stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Destinations to explore
- Adelaide Holiday rentals
- Kangaroo Island Council Holiday rentals
- Warrnambool Holiday rentals
- Port Fairy Holiday rentals
- Glenelg Holiday rentals
- Robe Holiday rentals
- McLaren Vale Holiday rentals
- North Adelaide Holiday rentals
- City of Mount Gambier Holiday rentals
- Barossa Valley Holiday rentals
- Victor Harbor Holiday rentals
- Mildura Holiday rentals
- Rentals with a washing machine and dryer Goolwa Beach
- House rentals Goolwa Beach
- Rentals with a fire pit Goolwa Beach
- Rentals with beach access Goolwa Beach
- Beach house rentals Goolwa Beach
- Rentals with outdoor seating Goolwa Beach
- Rentals with a patio Goolwa Beach
- Family-friendly rentals Goolwa Beach
- Rentals with a fireplace Goolwa Beach
- Beachfront rentals Goolwa Beach
- Pet-friendly rentals Goolwa Beach
- Adelaide Oval
- Brighton Beach - Adelaide
- Chiton Rocks
- Grange Golf Club
- Adelaide Botanic Garden
- Silver Sands Beach
- Glenalg Beach
- Moana Beach
- Waitpinga Beach
- Mount Lofty Summit
- Woodhouse Activity Centre
- Port Willunga Beach
- Royal Adelaide Golf Club
- Semaphore Beach
- Seaford Beach
- The Semaphore Carousel
- Tunkalilla Beach
- The Big Wedgie, Adelaide
- Art Gallery of South Australia
- The Trough Stairs
- Kooyonga Golf Club
- Waterworld Aquatic Centre
- Penfolds Magill Estate Cellar Door
- Murray Bridge Golf Club