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Pet friendly holiday accommodation
Bay Holiday Retreat offers a pet-friendly accommodation in the small town of Port MacDonnell. Located close to the golf course and a short stroll to the town centre and beach, we have everything you need for a home away from home with a fully fenced in yard with off street parking. Extra beds at an extra expense. 3rd annex room with the queen bed is only available if discussed prior to arriving. As there is only one shower & one toilet, not recommended more than 6 people staying at one time.
The Beach Shack
The Beach Shack is absolute beach frontage. A 1970's beach shack with all the basics and more. The stocked Kitchen/lounge & main bedroom have sea views. Compact Bedroom 2 has a bunk bed for children. Bathroom accessed from 2nd Bedroom. All linen supplied. Coffee machine, microwave, airfryer. It has a cosy family feel, sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Rate is for 2 adults and children stay free. Pet friendly for a small fee. There is a new fully enclosed/fenced dog yard, enter from back gate.
Secluded couple's retreat in Nelson, Victoria
Relax and unwind in Nelson at Wrens on Glenelg, a luxurious couple’s retreat nestled within private bushland just a short walk from the stunning Glenelg River. Throw a line in off your own private river landing, or soak up the sun with a good book. Watch pelicans fly overhead and listen to the delightful sounds of the friendly native birdlife. Pour a glass of bubbly and soak your worries away in your own luxurious spa bath. Just a short stroll from the river, beach, pub and shop. No pets.
Lucy’s Cottage Self Catered Accommodation
One bedroom, fully self contained cottage, set in a rural location in Moorak, only 8 kilometres south of the city of Mount Gambier, and just minutes from the coastal town of Port Macdonnell. Surrounded by natural attractions such as the Blue Lake, Piccaninnie Ponds, Tantanoola Caves and the magnificent Umpherston Sink Hole. The cottage overlooks alpaca's and farmland. leading to Mount Schank in the distance. Suitable for couples, or maybe an infant in arms. EV CHARGING IS AVAILABLE ON SITE.
Harbour Views
The Old Bond Store is situated in the heart of the CBD a short walk from the main street with uninterrupted harbour views . This large one-bedroom, mezzanine apartment has everything needed with a built in robe and a comfortable queen size bed. With a modern kitchen, a breakfast bar, dishwasher and open planned living with a gas fire heater. A private balcony overlooks the harbour. There is an office space with Wi-Fi. Laundry has a washing machine and dryer.There is free parking available.
Luxury Farmstay | Feed the Alpacas, Sheep & Pony
Welcome to Kookaburra Cottage. Your private luxury farm escape awaits. Enjoy expansive open space, boutique country comfort, and unforgettable moments feeding the friendly pony, sheep & alpacas - with complimentary feed provided so you can enjoy private animal encounters whenever you like, right from your own stay. Just minutes from Mount Gambier’s most loved attractions, soak beneath the stars in the outdoor bath, gather around the firepit & unwind at this one of a kind memorable stay.
Tawarri Studio - river bushland retreat
The Tawarri Studio is a beautiful lime stone studio apartment. It has one spacious living area with a lofty vaulted ceiling with a luxury bathroom attached. The Studio is well appointed with aircon, kitchenette, TV, and is nestled on an acre of bushland garden that it shares with the main house. It’s a stone's throw from the Glenelg river, the Lower Glenelg National Park, And the pristine beaches of Discovery Bay. Note - we are currently unable to provide linen for our guests. Apologies.
The Deck in Nelson Victoria
What a spectacular view! Located 1km from centre of town, this house has two queen bedrooms, and a third with two sets of bunks. The property also features 1.5 bathrooms, washing machine, open plan kitchen/dining/lounge that opens up to the large deck area overlooking the magnificent Glenelg River. Blue Ray surround sound with Sony flat screen and DVD library is great addition to have on holidays and the property includes an outdoor setting, gas plate BBQ, and two person kayak.
HORIZONS part of Blue Fin Holiday Homes
"Horizons" has FREE WIFI and is an outstanding design to capture panoramic sea views from the upstairs open plan family room & kitchen. Located on the beachfront, the apartment has spectacular views of the bay and the cliffs. This apartment is the perfect place for couples wanting a romantic weekend away or for a family wanting a special holiday away. Its very easy to relax, unwind and forget your troubles. A walking track across the road, ideal for taking refreshing walks.
Port Mac Beach House
Gorgeous, Seafront, Central - 1928 light blue bungalow overlooking the jetty and foreshore playground. The Beach House provides comfortable and cosy seaside accommodation for couples or families. Stunning views and beach access at your front door. Pets Welcome. There is a Studio at the rear of the property that is listed separately which is great to combine for larger groups. Both listing are private, fully self contained and only share the driveway.
Cape Bridgewater ocean front - Direct access GSWW
Robeathyn is a spacious 4 bedroom beach house set on a headland with sweeping vistas of Discovery Bay and the Southern Ocean. The house is one of two set on 10 acres of natural bushland and nearby access to the Great South West Walk. Ideal in all seasons; you can enjoy the ocean crested sunsets on the expansive patio as you sip on a wine or two, alternatively you can snuggle in around the fire and enjoy the same amazing view from the lounge area.
Capers
Discover the magic of Cape Bridgewater! Our cozy guest unit is conveniently located just a short walk from the stunning Bridgewater beach, offering easy access to the Great South West Walk trails. The space has seaviews and provides the perfect retreat after a day of travel, hiking, beach activities, or relaxing at the nearby cafe. Ideal for couples and solo travellers looking to relax and unwind, or embrace outdoor adventure.
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All about Nelson
A small, scenic fishing and holiday town less than three kilometres shy of the South Australian border, Nelson is the best kind of border town. Situated at the mouth of the beautiful Glenelg River, Nelson is a popular boating and paddling destination, with watercraft hire available locally. You can even paddle from Dartmoor, 75 kilometres upriver, down to Nelson, staying at some of the seven wilderness campsites reserved solely for kayakers and canoeists in Lower Glenelg National Park along the way.
Nelson also sits on the Great South West Walk, a spectacular 250-kilometre loop trail weaving through several national parks and green spaces that can be broken up into shorter strolls. The trail links Nelson with a long sandy beach backed by the coastal wilderness of Discovery Bay Coastal Park. Attractions also abound across the state border, from historic towns to a wetland of international importance.
What are the top things to do in Nelson?
Piccaninnie Ponds
Part of a flooded limestone cave system just inland from the Southern Ocean, the gin-clear Piccaninnie Ponds are just a 10-minute drive west of Nelson across the South Australian border. Serious cave divers come to this conservation park to admire features such as the Cathedral and the Chasm. You can also snorkel, or enjoy a bushwalk around the ponds, with lookouts over the water.
Princess Margaret Rose Cave
The spectacular limestone cave system known as Princess Margaret Rose Cave is one of the highlights of Lower Glenelg National Park. There’s a campground near the entrance, where you can book a tour of the caves, formed over thousands of years and featuring beautiful stalactites, stalagmites, and rare helictites. The cave is a 20-minute drive north of Nelson.
Dingley Dell
Just 25 minutes’ drive west of Nelson, outside the historic town of Port MacDonnell, lies a small conservation park. At the centre is Dingley Dell, a cottage purchased by renowned British-Australian poet Adam Lindsay Gordon in 1864, who wrote his first published poem while living here. The grounds are free to wander; contact the South Australia National Parks and Wildlife Service to arrange a tour of the cottage.