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Gillian's Beachfront. The best view in town.
Beautifully furnished downstairs home opposite safe swimming beach. The self contained home has a kichen, lounge, dining & pool room. Outdoor pergola for outdoor dining & BBQ's. Table & chairs at the front. Out door shower at then western end of the house. Sleeps 6. An easy stroll to everything. A must place to stay in Port MacDonnell. Min booking long weekends & 3 nights over Easter 2 nights Xmas hols. If you are bringing children please list them regardless of age. TV streaming is avail

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 (port a cot available on request)

Two Eco-Luxe Domes by a Volcano | Great for Groups
Calling all adventurous wanderers… Step into our one-of-a-kind geodesic timber glamping domes at the foot of dormant volcano crater Mount Schank — perhaps the most unique place you'll ever spend the night. Our eco-friendly off-grid experience is the perfect balance of reconnecting with nature and enjoying a restorative retreat. The domes are part of Mountain Path Meadows — a wedding, events, and yoga retreat venue in South Australia’s Limestone Coast (aka your cosy domes away from home).

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.

St. Peter's Accommodation Cape Bridgewater
Only a short drive from the pristine Bridgewater Bay, Discovery Bay and 20 minutes from Portland; the magnificently restored St. Peter's Church, which was built in 1883 and held its first service on the 5th of August 1884 has style, character, sophistication and charm and is certainly a destination of distinction. If you are looking for a relaxing and soothing retreat from your busy city life, then look no further. Cape Bridgewater is the place to visit and unwind.

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.

Adorable Circa 1840's Cottage
This adorable Cottage is a historical timber cottage centrally located on Glenelg Street. The cottage is set in the Portland CBD precinct close to Restaurants, Cafes, Bars and shopping. It is within easy walking distance to stunning beaches, the wharf area and is well situated to explore the locality on foot. The 1840’s cottage has been sensitively renovated and offers modern comforts while maintaining a truly authentic experience of historic Portland.

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.

Plovers Rest at Cape Douglas
Located in the quiet coastal township of Cape Douglas, Plovers Rest is a beautiful eco-friendly home which is fully equipped for a comfortable stay. With access to fantastic coastal walks, snorkelling, and surf breaks nearby, Cape Douglas is a prime location for the outdoor activities and fishing. Cape Douglas is located approximately 12km from Port MacDonnell and 35km from Mount Gambier. Longer stays can be negotiated. Best suited for a couple.

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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Your guide to Nelson
Welcome to 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.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Nelson
The warmer months from November through March are generally the most pleasant for water-based activities in Nelson, where temperatures can reach the single digits Celsius during the winter months. The warmer months also tend to receive the least rainfall, making them ideal times to book one of the area’s holiday houses. Late winter and spring is the best time to admire wildflowers in the heathlands. This coincides with the top time for whale watching from the clifftops at Cape Bridgewater, a 45-minute drive southeast of Nelson, where you can also see a fur seal colony and dramatic blowholes. A short hop further east, in Portland, January’s Hooked on Portland festival takes over the foreshore for two days of entertainment and activities for all ages, with plenty of local seafood served up during the summertime festivities.
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.
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