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Aanuka Port Elliot Beachfront Holiday Apartment
Peaceful and centrally located at The Dolphins on the beachfront, with panoramic views of Horseshoe Bay, this upstairs apartment offers a slice of scenery and position rarely available at Port Elliot's best family beach. Linen provided, fast wifi, free car parking, and only a short walk to the beach, local pubs, cafe's and shops. With a private balcony, you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the historic granite headlands, wake up to beautiful sunrises, and relax to the sound of waves below.

Cottage Castle.
On arrival you can relax on the large decking which has sea views, while drinking a glass of wine or a coffee. A home which is newly furnished with unlimited WIFI for your convenience, & open plan living. Plenty of room in the backyard for the kids to play around in and car park space Just a hop, skip & jump to the local beach. Coles and Aldi are just up the road, and the town of Victor is only a 5 min drive, to local cafes and restaurants . Middleton is a 10 min drive as is Horseshoe Bay.

Dolphin 10 on Horseshoe Bay
3 bedrooms ,2 queen beds and two singles. Full linen service except beach towels. Located on iconic Horseshoe Bay Walking distance to cafes and shops. Enjoy a beer and a bbq limited views from balcony. This unit is not at the front of the building and does not overlook Horseshoe bay. However, a short stroll and you are there. Perfect for small family. Stairs to level one. No pets. No smoking. BBQ on balcony Shared courtyard and front lawns overlooking Southern Ocean & Horseshoe Bay.

Mohill Cottage 1800's Heart of PortElliot SA
Quaint 1800's early settlers cottage in the heart of beautiful Port Elliot township. Only 300 metres or 3 minutes stroll to stunning Horseshoe Bay. Minutes to cafes, 2 popular pubs, the famous Port Elliot bakery, and shopping precinct that Port Elliot has in abundance. We also have a newly renovated cottage next door on Airbnb too for families that like to holiday together Tea Tree Cottage sleeping 7. Follow us on insta for up coming specials @teatreecottage @mohill_cottage

Girralong Farm Stay
Girralong farm stay is located on the stunning Fleurieu Penninsula offering a self-contained space with a loft bedroom. Set on a small acreage working cattle farm in close proximity to the main home yet completely separate and private. The rural setting provides a peaceful environment in which to enjoy native wildlife and watch the sunrise and set. Located on the scenic route offering a beautiful 7-minute drive to Port Elliot with iconic Horseshoe Bay, delightful shops and cafes.

Rothesay - 1 Barbara St, Port Elliot
You’ll love staying at Rothesay right in the heart of the beautiful, historic village of Port Elliot. Walk within 2-3 minutes to both the sheltered beaches of Horseshoe Bay or the surfing beaches of Boomer Beach and Knights Beach. There is plenty of rocky sheltered coastline to explore with beautiful views along the way. The house is a cosy and comfortable place to stay. Perfect for couples and families (with kids) to relax. Its the perfect base from which to explore the area.

Horseshoe Bay Views
Horseshoe Bay Views is approximately 100 metres from the crisp white sand of Horseshoe Bay Beach. Our Beach house really does offer the ultimate lifestyle with beaches, Cafes, Restaurants and Pubs all on the door step. The property has been furnished with light and bright decorations and offers a real beachy feel. Its location is simply perfect, wake up and enjoy a stroll along the cliff tops, a coffee at local Cafes or a meal at the ever popular Flying Fish cafe.

Welcome to the Apple Shed Studio
A private tranquil space that sits at the bottom of our beautiful garden opposite the Hindmarsh River walk which is often frequented by bird watchers. Perfect for couples that appreciate the magic of nature, with frogs croaking at your doorstep and an abundance of bird life to enjoy. Just a short 5 min drive to the Esplanade of Victor Harbor where you can hop on the historic Cockle Train to Goolwa or ride on the horse drawn tram to breathtaking Granite Island.

Eagles View @ Nest and Nature Retreat
Finalist for the Best Unique Stay category of the 2021 Airbnb Host Awards in Australia. Eagles View at Nest and Nature Inman Valley is a beautiful "Off the grid Eco Glamping" Experience. Perfect for a couples retreat. Totally private with absolutely stunning views from which you can see encounter bay and Inman valley via this high-perched vantage point of the property. It has a modern appointed ensuite bathroom with a well appointed kitchenette

Charming Coastal Retreat with outdoor Pizza oven
Our charming coastal retreat is a 1990’s weatherboard home complete with an outdoor Pizza Oven and kitchen/ BBQ facilities and a children’s play house. We love our holidays here where we make regular trips to the beach, laze on the deck, do jigsaw puzzles, read books, relax and explore beautiful Port Elliot and all it has to offer. ***Need additional space? Please enquire about our adjoining self contained apartment***

Wren House Victor Harbor
Discover an architecturally designed Tiny Eco House, steps away from Victor Harbor, Pt Elliot, and nearby beaches. Luxurious interiors, modern amenities, a projector, and an outdoor bathtub await. Nestled on a scenic hillside with stunning views of Hindmarsh River and McCracken Hill, this property features a beautiful garden with meandering stairways and paths leading to a top deck for your perfect retreat.

Dog-friendly, peaceful space to unwind
Enjoy a revitalising walk on the beach, soak up the calming, stress-free private space. Thyme Port Elliot aims to bring you a comfortable, fresh experience, private off-street parking, fenced garden, aircon, heating and kitchenette. Minutes to the local dog beach, dog-friendly cafes, three seaside towns, bike tracks, and bushwalking. Superb local and regional wineries.
Popular amenities for Port Elliot holiday rentals
Other great holiday rentals in Port Elliot

Shell House Studio - minutes from the beach

Beachfront on Seagull - Uninterrupted Seaviews

The Silo farm retreat

The Cottage at Blue Door Farm

Pipi Studio

ELANORA ROSE WITHIN CLOSE WALKING TO SHOPS, CAFE

Luxury Couples Hideaway by the Sea

White Wash - cabin at the point
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Port Elliot
Total rentals
150 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$46 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
7.1K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
140 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
40 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace
Your guide to Port Elliot
All About Port Elliot
Nestled between Victor Harbour and Middleton on South Australia’s beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula is Port Elliot, a picturesque coastal town just over 80 kilometres from Adelaide. Port Elliot began life in the 1850s as a shipping port, but today it’s a relaxing seaside getaway with golden sands, pristine waters, postcard worthy jetties perfect for long strolls, historic sandstone buildings, and scenic walks and lookouts. The town also boasts a collection of quaint antique stores and fashionable beachy boutiques as well as cafes serving up fresh local produce.
When it comes to beaches, you are spoilt for choice here. The most famous is Port Elliot’s main beach — offering ideal conditions for swimming, surfing, and kayaking. For calmer waters, head to sheltered Horseshoe Bay, perfect for families and less experienced swimmers. Boomer Beach is known for its giant sand dunes and distinctive surf sounds, and if you are lucky, you may even spot a dolphin or whale.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Port Elliot
The most pleasant time to visit Port Elliot is in the spring and autumn months, when the days are sunny and the nights are mild. In October the Port Elliot Show takes place at the town's showgrounds with rides, games, exhibitions, competitions, and market stalls. Summer in Port Elliot will is especially suitable for visits to the beach. Expect long warm days and nights, perfect for enjoying all the water activities on offer. In February the Port Elliot Ocean Swim event is held at Horseshoe Bay, and the town is abuzz with music and events to coincide with the swim. Whenever you decide to visit, you’ll find an excellent range of accommodations in Port Elliot to suit all tastes and budgets.
Top things to do in Port Elliot
The Strand
Wander along the Strand, Port Elliot’s main thoroughfare, full of craft shops, antique stores, modern boutiques, old historic buildings, and cafes. At the end of The Strand you will find the mighty Southern Ocean and a view of Horseshoe Bay. From here you can continue along a series of trails around the cliffs of granite, which offer spectacular views along the coastline.
The Encounter Bikeway
Hire a bike in town and take on the Encounter Bikeway, which traverses through Port Elliot, hugging the coastline. Cycle through Ratalang (Bashams Beach Reserve), a place of cultural significance for the Ngarrindjeri people, the traditional owners of the land. For spectacular ocean views, follow the bikeway to Horseshoe Bay before heading up to Freeman’s Knob. From this elevated vantage point, you can spot seals, dolphins, and even whales.
The Cockle Train
Jump aboard The Cockle Train in the centre of town and ride an authentic steam train on Australia's oldest steel-railed railway. Built in 1887, the train was named after locals who would travel by horse-drawn train to Goolwa to collect Cockles from the beach. Today you can ride the train to Middleton or Victor Harbour and take in incredible coastal cliffs views.
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