“The Lake House” Stirling Retreat

Entire cottage in Stirling, Australia

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1.5 baths
Hosted by Garth And Lucy
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 5% of homes

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Self check-in

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Relax with the whole family or friends in this peaceful country setting in the Adelaide hills, close to the Stirling village, directly adjacent the Heysen walking trail, Stirling Golf Club and within walking distance of the Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens.

The space
This delightful early 1900’s cottage has country charm with modern conveniences. Surrounded by century old gum trees and large open spaces, with scenic views of a beautiful private lake. Three cosy bedrooms with premium linen comfortably sleep 6 people. Wood combustion heater and reverse cycle heating/cooling provide all-year round comfort. Charming country kitchen, with seperate dining and living areas. Lovely, light-filled spaces, including a sunroom thanks to northern aspect and large windows.

The Lake House comes stocked with:
* premium linen and towels plus extra blankets to keep you warm (if the electric blankets are not sufficient)
* T2 tea
* Nespresso coffee machine and pods
* Breakfast provisions for one breakfast including Adelaide Hills bacon, free range eggs, spreads, Carmen’s muesli, fresh fruit and fresh local artisan sourdough bread;
* Evo hair and beauty products (an extra treat)
* firewood to enjoy the slow combustion heater or the outside fire pit
* washing powder

Make sure to pack:
* your golf clubs if you like to play golf as the Mount Lofty Golf Course is directly adjacent The Lake House. Your host can assist with golf bookings if required.
* your walking shoes to walk the many walking and hiking trails in the area, including the Heysen Trail, which is accessible by foot from The Lake House.
* your bike if you are a cyclist and want to test yourself in the Adelaide Hills (the renowned Tour Down Under is an annual event through the Adelaide Hills) or just want to enjoy the area by bike
* for the cooler months, your winter woolies to sit outside by the fire pit enjoying a glass of local wine
* your sense of adventure to explore all the many attractions that the Adelaide Hills has to offer, including wineries, botanical gardens, markets, artisan foods and historical townships such as Hahndorf.

Please refer to our Guest Access page for details regarding bedroom access dependent on number of persons booked.

The Lake House’s sibling property, “The Glen”, is only 200 metres away and on the same private estate as The Lake House and is available to rent. Please enquire with your host if you would like to book both properties. Details of The Glen can be found here: airbnb.com/h/theglenstirling

Guest access
The entire house with bedroom access subject to the number of bedrooms booked. If booking for 3-4 people the default booking will be for 2 bedrooms (King, Queen or twin of your choosing). If you would like to book all 3 bedrooms for 3-4 people an additional charge of the per additional guest fee per night will apply capped at 2 nights fee. The fee will be the fee current at time of booking or at the time of stay if not booked ahead. Your host will contact you to enquire as to the number of bedrooms required on booking and for payment of any additional fee.

We have a strict no event policy unless pre-approved. Where the property is to be used to prepare for an event (wedding or other event) an additional fee may apply depending on usage. Please contact your host before booking to understand the additional fee policy.

Photography is not permitted other than by prior arrangement.

Your host reserves the right to charge additional fees for non-authorised use of the property.

Other things to note
The lake is on neighbouring private property and is not accessible.
The yard is not fully secure and children may need to be supervised.
The property is located on a public road and there is some traffic noise as a result.

Where you'll sleep

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What this place offers

Golf course view
Lake view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi

Accessibility features

This info was provided by the Host and reviewed by Airbnb.

5 nights in Stirling

1 Jul 2024 - 6 Jul 2024

Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 148 reviews.

Guest favourite
This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 99% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 1% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Stirling, South Australia, Australia
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Neighbourhood highlights

Located in semi-rural area a short 25 minute walk from Stirling village. Walk with your golf clubs to Mt Lofty Golf Club, hike the Heysen Trail, which is at your doorstep, or take a short stroll to the Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens.

Meet your host

Superhost
205 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Born in the 70s
Speaks English

Garth And Lucy is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 2:00 pm
Checkout before 10:00 am
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Pet(s) live on property