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Guest suite in McLaren Vale
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviewsColton Cottage Oxenberry Farm
15 – 22 Feb
Guesthouse in The Range
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 402 reviewsStudio 613 Guest House
26 May – 2 June
Tiny home in Crafers West
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 335 reviewsTiny home overlooking the sea nestled in the hills
29 Mar – 5 Apr
Cottage in McLaren Vale
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviewsCole-Brook New Cottage - McLaren Vale
24 – 31 July
Guesthouse in McLaren Flat
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviewsWayWood Vineyard Hideaway in McLaren Vale
24 – 31 Mar
Home in Willunga South
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviewsCasa Angustum - Secluded Retreat
1 – 8 Mar
Guesthouse in Port Willunga
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 269 reviewsThe Haven @ Port Willunga
23 – 30 July
Cottage in McLaren Flat
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviewsThe Gallery at Bella Cosa
24 – 31 Aug
Quick stats about holiday rentals in McLaren Vale
Total rentals
140 properties
Rentals with a pool
10 properties have a pool
Pet-friendly rentals
20 properties allow pets
Family-friendly rentals
80 properties are a good fit for families
Total number of reviews
11K reviews
Nightly prices starting at
$16 AUD before taxes and fees
Your guide to McLaren Vale
All About McLaren Vale
Travel just 25 miles south from Adelaide and you’ll find yourself surrounded by some of the country’s oldest active grapevines. On the Fleurieu Peninsula, McLaren Vale is the birthplace of South Australian wine, producing standout Shiraz, Grenache, and Cabernet since the 1830s. (Later, Italian migrants brought distinctive European varietals, along with olive groves that now characterize the region.) Sandwiched by the dramatic Mount Lofty Ranges and miles of Gulf St Vincent coastline, this dreamy patch of countryside is home to more than 80 wineries, many with attached restaurants where you can linger to appreciate the region’s flavors.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in McLaren Vale
McLaren Vale sizzles over the summer months (December through February), with daytime highs rarely below 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The benefit of traveling at this time of year is avoiding the rains common to the winter months (June through August), when daily highs average 60 degrees. In between, spring (March through May) marks the end of the grape harvest, popular for its balmy days, from 65 to 80; similar temperatures can be expected in fall (September through November).
Top things to do in McLaren Vale
Willunga Farmers Market
Sample some of the region’s best producers at the Willunga Farmers Market, the first of its kind in the state. Held Saturday mornings, the raucous affair draws growers, vintners, and distillers from across the peninsula, which means you can pick up organic vegetables and fruit, freshly baked breads, free-range meats, and artisan condiments. Don’t leave without getting a taste of McLaren Vale’s famed olives.
Shiraz Trail
Linking the South Australian coastal suburb of Marino with the historic village of Willunga, the 23-mile Coast to Vines cycling trail captures some of the Fleurieu Peninsula’s most scenic spots. The five-mile section along an abandoned railway line from McLaren Vale to Willunga, known as the Shiraz Trail, is flat and easy to navigate, and passes some of the region’s most enticing wineries, from charming family-owned vineyards to dramatic chateaus.
Wildlife Spotting
The crystal-clear waters off the Fleurieu Peninsula are a magnet for marine life. Here you’ll see bottlenose dolphins and Australian sea lions, as well as fur seals and the smallest penguins in the world. During the cooler months (May through September), they’re also home to southern right whales, which retreat here for weeks on end. These mammals come remarkably close to shore, allowing you to spot them from coastal cliffs. But if you’re after a front-row seat, jump aboard one of the many boats that ply the gulf on the lookout for these gentle giants.
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