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Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

1076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Kapunda, SA
  • Popular LocationHentley Farm18 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaggie Beer's Farm Shop21 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau Tanunda24 min drive
  • AirportAdelaide, SA (ADL)68 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Kapunda

This vacation home is located within a 15-minute drive of Murray Street Vineyards and Barossa Brewing Company. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Seppeltsfield - 17 min drive
  • Hentley Farm - 18 min drive
  • Maggie Beer's Farm Shop - 21 min drive
  • Peter Lehmann - 23 min drive
  • Chateau Tanunda - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Tanunda Station - 28 min drive
  • The nearest major airport is Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL): 69-min drive, 53.9 mi/86.8 km.

Restaurants

  • ‪Kapunda Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪North Kapunda Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sir John Franklin Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪One White Kite - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to the Historic Kapunda School of mines homestay

This delightful 1860s 2 story building is a centrepiece in copper mining history. It not only provides a depth of incredible history, it is also a very comfortable place to rest your head when visiting Kapunda and the surrounding areas such as the Barossa and Clare Valleys.

Like many historic properties the Kapunda school of mines residence has spacious rooms, lofty ceilings, character and charm combined with luxury and convenience and with 2 double bedrooms can sleep up to 4 people very comfortably.

Kick back in the leather recliner lounge suite in front of the big screen smart TV or opt for the big dining/living room overlooking the Tarlee ranges.

Take advantage of the fully equiped kitchen or enjoy an outdoor BBQ sitting in the fresh air on the balcony. If your not in cooking mode there are 6 dining out food options within 200 metres

The home has been thoughtfully and beautifully decorated and includes lots of interesting artifacts of the mining era and will make you feel right at home . Some other added features include;

Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
Premium 5 star Linen and bedding
Queen Beds
Complimentary internet
Secure Parking
2 big screen Smart TVs
Outstanding convient Location
and much more

About Kapunda; Perfectly located between the Barossa and Clare Valleys and only 1 hour from Adelaide.

This delightful building is centrally located and you have all the local history at your door step. So much to see locally and many famous names will confront you such as Sir Sydney Kidman, the worlds largest known private land owner of the day (the cattle king), Charles Bagot and France Dutton (Kapunda Copper mines), Sir Jenkins Coles (the first premier) and mother Mary McKillop to name a few.

If you have an interest in wine there are over 130 wineries being a combination of large corporate and small boutique within a short distance to explore.

We look forward to you enjoying the benefits and features of the Kapunda School of Mines homestay soon
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Mark Hambour

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Welcome to the Historic Kapunda School of Mines Homestay Kapunda

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Welcome to the Historic Kapunda School of mines homestay?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a video library.

Does Welcome to the Historic Kapunda School of mines homestay have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Welcome to the Historic Kapunda School of mines homestay?

Yes, every accommodation at Welcome to the Historic Kapunda School of mines homestay comes with a balcony.

Welcome to the Historic Kapunda School of mines homestay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Beautiful
Beautiful home, extremely comfortable beds, luxurious bedding and towls. Great location, lovely welcome gifts and hosts were fantastic. Loved our stay and will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING
Fabulous decor, clean, well stocked and the beds and pillows were sooooo comfy ! Great tv selections too. Nothing to complain about .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable and comfortable stay.
We enjoyed this stay. It was comfortable, in a great location and it felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
Such a comfortable home away from home, with all the thoughtful touches that make such a difference. Thank you Mark and Jenny, it’s always a pleasure to stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great central location
We had a fantastic week, visiting the Murray River mouth (a highlight and worth the drive), Adelaide beaches, and the Barossa and Clare Valleys. Being from Brisbane, we also enjoyed the long twilights with self-guided walks and displays in Kapunda. The accommodation was like Grandma's house with quality mod-cons and plenty of room for us all. High speed internet was vital for our uni student son and the totally reclining lounges meant we could easily fit in a second adult child. The huge dining room windows were amazing, giving lovely views to the hills and making the dining room a huge indoor verandah.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unusual and interesting Accommodation.
If you love old and interesting things this is the place for you. You are staying basically in a museum and able to explore all the interesting items as you go. Very clean accommodation with everything that you need. We were fine with the stairs but for anyone that struggles with them, they are steep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Understated perfection
From the entrance up the stairs to having the entire top floor to ourselves - this place really delivers in all the right ways. The overall decor is in keeping with the style and age of the building except for the massive reclining lounge suite and 3, yes 3 smart tv’s throughout the lounge, dining and main bedroom. No detail has been spared regarding comfort, the beds were amazing, the sheets divine and don’t get me started on the softness of the towels. Located in the Main Street it is easily accessible and central to the town of Kapunda and the entire Barossa region, making it a truly perfect destination to have as your base to take in everything on offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed
Owner great to deal with, convenient location, equiped with everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerard P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at School of Mines, Kapunda
My wife and I traveled from Sydney and stayed at the School of Mines at Kapunda which is now set up as a fully furnished home. We found the home very comfortable and provided everything we needed for our stay. It is very well equipped. We used it as our base to travel around the Barossa and parts of Adelaide. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historically significant stay
We loved this place. There are some seriously unusual touches to the place. The view from the dining room is sensational. It’s warm and comfortable in an interesting town. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022