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Davidson's Cottage Penola: Open fire, AC, Wifi, SMART TV, Garden Pet Friendly

Cottage in Penola with kitchen and fireplace

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Penola, SA
  • Place, Petticoat Lane
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Penola and Coonawarra Information Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Parker Coonawarra Estate
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Penola

This cottage places you next to Petticoat Lane and Mary MacKillop Interpretive Centre. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Petticoat Lane - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Penola and Coonawarra Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Parker Coonawarra Estate - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hollick Wines - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Balnaves of Connawarra - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Lito - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vintage Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Windara Bakery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pipers of Penola - ‬4 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.

Davidson's Cottage Penola: Open fire, AC, Wifi, SMART TV, Garden Pet Friendly

Historic Davidson’s Cottage Penola is a delightful timber cottage located in the Coonawarra wine region of South Australia. It pays homage to the Scottish pioneers who settled the area in the mid-19th Century. This quaint little cottage dates from 1861 and is full of rustic charm. With a private garden and situated among other heritage cottages in famous Petticoat Lane and just a leisurely 5 minute stroll from Penola town centre, Davidson's Cottage is a romantic, relaxing and convenient retreat for two, ideal for together time and special occasions. Your accommodation includes the entire cottage, private garden, air-con, open fire, complimentary wifi, secure on-site car parking, contactless arrival, peace and quiet and all that the good life of the Coonawarra has to offer. 
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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 smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage in Penola is within a 10-minute walk of Petticoat Lane and Koonara Wines. You'll also find Parker Coonawarra Estate and Hollick Wines within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Davidson's Cottage Penola: Open fire, AC, Wifi, SMART TV, Garden Pet Friendly?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Davidson's Cottage Penola: Open fire, AC, Wifi, SMART TV, Garden Pet Friendly?

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

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Mount Gambier, SA (MGB), which is 27.1 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Davidson's Cottage Penola: Open fire, AC, Wifi, SMART TV, Garden Pet Friendly?

Yes, every accommodation at Davidson's Cottage Penola: Open fire, AC, Wifi, SMART TV, Garden Pet Friendly comes with a deck.

Reviews

Davidson's Cottage Penola: Open fire, AC, Wifi, SMART TV, Garden Pet Friendly Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J., Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness
It was gorgeous and charming. Being an historic cottage, it was in some ways like staying in a museum, transporting my imagination to life in the 1860s, but with electricity, wifi, hot running water, induction cooktop, microwave and all the other mod con for convenience and comfort.The yard was secure and my dog thought it smelt very interesting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved having such a beautiful cottage that was also pet friendly. The facilities were great, the location so close to the centre of town was fabulous and being able to have an open fire was just lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Doug J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable. Clean. Kept finding thoughtful touches in the cupboards and drawers.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenton K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sydney T., Australia

A lovely historical cottage, although the kitchen is very small but not unexpected. Beware of the cold at night during winter but thanks for a generous supply of firewood!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilliah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Davidson Cottage Penola

The whole experience was excellent. And my dogs enjoyed it too.
The cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen Rechbauer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the experience of staying in a historic property with modern conveniences close to the local wineries.Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julienne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and Cosy

Davidson Cottage was charming and cosy and very well situated for a walk into the Penola township or a drive to the wineries.Our hosts had thought of everything we may need and we made good use of the open fire, whilst our little dog loved the sun filled fenced yard and getting to know the Alpaca next door. This was a great base to explore the Coonawarra and we have stocked up our cellar for winter. We certainly hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the "Old World" feel of the property and Petticoat Lane. Highly recommend. Should say that temperature dropped at night, so bring your woolies!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage

Great historical place to stay, walking distance to everything panola has to offer. Cottage is snug and cosy. Im 6'2" so have a few bumps on my head....haha. all wineries within a short drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and historical experience

We had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay in this historical cottage and neighborhood. The decor both outside and inside was perfect without being over the top. Only stayed for 2 nights and upon leaving wished we had organized to stay longer. Communication with the host, Jen, was efficient both leading up to and on the day of arriving. Would love to visit again and will recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

FATV J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little get away with a tonne of history

Visited the area for the field day so we didn't get the chance to explore as much as we would have liked, but the property was great, the surrounding food was delicious and the curious alpaca was an interesting surprise to the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was very charming, we felt part of the Heritage area, it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025