Within a short walk of Carrickalinga Beach, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Normanville Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
Links Lady Bay Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
Lady Bay Vineyard - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
Restaurants
Yankalilla Bakery - 6 min drive
Forktree Brewing - 2 min drive
Normanville Bakery - 3 min drive
Caffe on Bungala - 3 min drive
Yankalilla Hotel - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Family and pet friendly holiday home, only a short walk to Carrickalinga beach
A charming family and pet friendly holiday rental situated in Carrickalinga with a short walk to the beach!
A great opportunity for a small family or friends to relax in Carrickalinga. Sleeps up to 8 in total including kids (maximum 6 adults).
Easy walk to the beach or commute to Normanville and all its facilities. As well as being secluded by trees and a fully fenced backyard to bring the pet along too.
Main bedroom includes a queen bed, desk with chair to work from home, or sit back and read a book or enjoy a cuppa. Main bedroom opens into the dining/ living/ kitchen area.
Dining includes an extendable dining table that seats 8-10 with bay window for views.
- 2x couches - 3x Reverse cycle aircons to cool/heat the lounge, dining room and kitchen as well as both bedrooms - Large flat screen TV & DVD - TV screen, with built in DVD player, in 2nd bedroom. Bring own game console (Wii, Playstation, X-Box) - ideal for keeping the kids occupied when beach time is over for the day! - Range of DVDs, books and board games provided to suit all ages and a variety of tastes
Kitchen includes gas oven and stove top, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer and microwave with ample bench space. From the kitchen you can access the 2nd bedroom with sofa (folds out to a double bed) and two sets of bunk beds or the separate bathroom and toilet. Both bedrooms have fans and air conditioning.
Bathroom with bath and shower, and separate toilet.
Dishwasher, washing machine and tumble drier available.
Large backyard with veggie patch and grassed area. Under cover patio area for entertaining outside. Chairs and tables stored in large shed. BBQ available. Lots of room for the family and pets!
Table tennis table, dartboard, drinks fridge and couch in the large shed for fun games and relaxation.
Plenty of area to park cars and a boat.
PLEASE NOTE: A mandatory cleaning fee applies per stay. Doonas and pillows available - please bring your own linen, towels and tea towels.
REVIEWS FROM OUR GUEST BOOK
These reviews are from our guest book in the house and emails from guests.
“We had a lovely time here. Very well stocked! Lovely table tennis! Thanks for having us” - February 2023
“Nice little cosy place. We will be back!” January 2023
“So calm and relaxing accomodation. Can’t ask for a more pleasant stay than this. Happy New Year” January 2023
“Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. Great facilities and very well stocked. Had a great time!” December 2022
“Thank you for having us on our way through to the Eyre Peninsula. What a beautiful part of our country it is here!!!” December 2022
“Fantastic stay, great place” November 2022
“Thanks for letting us stay in Carrickalinga. Your house is stunning, very well stocked and warm.” November 2022
“Such a relaxing weekend, thank you for letting us stay! Would recommend to others” October 2022
“Thanks for letting us stay. I had so much fun going to the beach with my friend and going on lots of walks too. Our woofies also had a blast and the beach was their heaven!” July 2022
“What s wonderful, relaxing holiday in this perfect home and location. Thank you” January 2022
“Thanks for a comfortable stay. We really appreciated the generously equipped kitchen. Lovely backyard for our dog. Kids loved the table tennis table. Many, many thanks” December 2021
“Thanks so much for having us stay at your beautiful place. Amazingly well stocked, a nice walk to the beach (for some great views!), cosy and clean” December 2021
“Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful holiday home. We had such a delightful, wholesome weekend!such a lovely time celebrating friendship, life and delighting in nature” October 2021
“A lovely cozy home that suited us well. Was great to explore Carrickalinga, Normanville and Yankalilla. Thanks for a lovely stay!” July 2021
“Amazing and easy location with great amenities and a little closed in garden for Cooper! Thank you so much for the wonderful stay!” July 2021
“We had a great time, the house is lovely and a great place for some R&R! June 2021
“We had an amazing time over Easter, it was very relaxing and the weather was in the 30s every day. The house had everything we needed and every single utensil on the earth (which was very handy). The ping pong champs was dad and we had a fun few nights playing darts and chilling in the shed. Sunsets were glorious and so were the sunrises. Thanks heaps, we loved it here” April 2021
“We had a great stay. Very well equipped holiday house. Thanks heaps” March 2021
“What a beautiful spot, endless beaches, so peaceful. Thank you!” March 2021
“We had a wonderful time staying here for our friends’ wedding! Was lovely to spend time together celebrating the happy couple” February 2021
“Thanks for letting us stay! It is such a beautiful location. We also appreciated the large variety of appliances and utensils” January 2021
“We loved visiting the beach, would love to come back” January 2021
“It was a lovely place. The beach was very close and was nice. The outdoor shower was awesome” January 2021
“It was a nice home for a 4 day vacation. Loved the outdoor shower! Thanks!” January 2021
“Thank you! The house was great, the beds were comfy, Penny our dog loved the backyard. It is still close to the beach which is great too, and we loved it. Thank you!” January 2021
“We had a lovely stay at this holiday house” November 2021
We had a lovely stay, cute home and a very equipped holiday home, we had a very relaxing long weekend. Thank you” October 2020
“We had a lovely peaceful weekend here in your beautiful, clean and neat house” May 2020
“A super location, adorable house and very well equipped! Wishing we could stay longer!” - October 2019
“Thank you for the lovely stay. We found everything we needed during the stay and the place was extremely cosy and welcoming.” - March 2019
“Great holiday house. Well equipped, cosy and near beach! Great garden for our four legged family member. Have had a really nice relaxing break - perfect weather too! Thanks!” - Easter 2018
“We have had a perfect family holiday. New Years Eve @ Carrickalinga Beach was “magical”. The beach is so beautiful. Thank you for letting us use your house to make some beautiful holiday memories.” - Jan 2018
"So far we have only been here for a night and we love it. Our dogs were happy to have a yard to play in." - Apr 2017
"We really enjoyed our stay. Had stunning weather and lovely family beach time. The house was well stocked, the coffee machine was a nice touch and the knives were actually sharp!" - January 2017
"Thank you for a comfortable stay. We had excellent weather all week. Well equipped cottage." - January 2017
"A nice and well supplied house. Thank you!" - July 2016
"I liked the house. It was good for a four day holiday. We had a great time! The parsley was great! P.S. Our dog had fun!" - July 2016
"Thank you for letting us stay in this nice house. I have had lots of fun!! The parsley is very nice too." - July 2016
"We had lots of fun and thank you very much for letting us stay here. I loved the darts." - June 2016
"We had a very enjoyable quick weekend away at your beach house." - January 2016
"Well-equipped for a crowd. Lovely place to stay." - December 2015
"I just wanted to say that we had an amazing time at your house and thank you so much for letting us stay there. We had a blast playing at the beach and then coming back and relaxing in the backyard." - October 2015
"Thank you for a lovely long weekend! We loved the house and thought it had everything we could need. The yard was perfect for our new puppy and 2 yr old daughter to play in. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and we really appreciated having a dishwasher. We will definitely be back!" - October 2015
"Thanks for the stay in this lovely house! It was such a nice little getaway and this house provided everything we needed! Love the shed with the table tennis and dart board, kept us entertained for a few hours." - July 2015
"Thank you for the lovely stay in your lovely house. Enjoyed being here even though the weather was 'all seasons' during our stay, but the peaceful atmosphere was just what we needed." - May 2015
"Thank-you for having us, we have enjoyed our stay and have found everything we needed in the house." - April 2015
"We had fun with the table tennis. The dog loved it." - April 2015
"With every visit/stay Carrickalinga is more beautiful - the nearest you can come to being in paradise." - March 2015
"We had a fantastic time. The location is fantastic, and the cottage has everything we could possibly need. It was extremely hot while we were there (42 degrees) but the air-conditioning was highly effective." - February 2015
"Great little getaway. We all loved the beach, especially our boys. We will come again! Fantastic being able to bring our dog and know he was secure in the backyard." - December 2014
"Thank you for a lovely comfy, well equipped 'base camp'. Great family holiday. Even better that our four legged baby could enjoy it too." - December 2014
"The house has everything we need for a comfortable, relaxing stay. The beautiful beach is only a short walk away too. Having a place that allowed our dogs to join us is wonderful, as they can enjoy the holiday with us. My boys always have fun when we stay here, and we hope to be back soon!!" - November 2014
"Great little getaway. We all loved the beach, especially our boys (aged 3 and 18 months). We will come again! Fantastic being able to bring our dog and know he was secure in the backyard." - October 2014
"We had a lovely weekend in your home, thank you so much. The fact we could bring our dog was a huge bonus. He loved the beach, as did we. Thank you." - September 2014
"A family and pet friendly home. It is clean and comfortable. Everything you need. A great location for families. Looking forward to our next stay in January!" - September 2014
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a flat-screen TV with a DVD player and a video-game console. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a fenced private yard.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Handrails in stairways
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching 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
Garden
Local artist showcase
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Children welcome
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.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
88701
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Carrickalinga, a short 10-minute walk from Carrickalinga Beach and also 20 minutes on foot from Normanville Beach. You'll also find Links Lady Bay Golf Course and Lady Bay Vineyard within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Family and pet friendly holiday home, only a short walk to Carrickalinga beach good for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a garden and a video library.
Are there hot tubs at Family and pet friendly holiday home, only a short walk to Carrickalinga beach?
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 free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Family and pet friendly holiday home, only a short walk to Carrickalinga beach?
Yes, every accommodation at Family and pet friendly holiday home, only a short walk to Carrickalinga beach comes with a balcony with some featuring mountain views.
Family and pet friendly holiday home, only a short walk to Carrickalinga beach Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 105 reviews
10 - Excellent
73
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 105 reviews
8 - Good
30
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Karen P.
May 15, 2025
Carrickalinga
House is nice and well-stocked. We arrived in the dark which made checking in a little difficult as services sre turned off and the key safe is hard to operate while holding a torch. Bettina was very helpful and we enjoyed our stay.
Karen P.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Veronica V.
Apr 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Doggie's Getaway
Very relaxing. An abundance off kitchenware, bathroom accessories etc. Very clean. Although we used our own items, if needed, supplies were there. Recommend to anyone. Thankyou.
Veronica V.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
Mar 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house
40 degree day. Plenty of air conditioning. Easy to communicate with Bettina. Not far from Normanville. Met our expectayions.
Sharon B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
Jan 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what you need
Everything you need and nothing you dont- its just like is says on the box.Well secured yard for the fluffy one.
Mark C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Judith L.
Jan 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot!
Cozy holiday home, super well stocked kitchen cupboards with the essentials like glad wrap and olive oil and the much appreciated coffee pods! We ended up driving to beach which was fine - beach shelter, snacks, boogie board etc - we’re too hard to carry that far. Really enjoyed our stay and so appreciative that the pup was able to come along too and be safe in secure yard.Missed out on the local wood fired pizza from Side Hustle - order before lunch if you want to get one.
Judith L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam B.
Jan 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little Getaway
A really dog friendly place. Host made sure you had everything you needed. Great location.
Sam B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Chantelle H.
Jan 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Xmas holiday
Great location
Chantelle H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Dec 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Great location to beach and close to services at Normanville. Had taken kitchen utensils as was prepping an extensive Christmas meal - the house was so well stocked I did not use them. Great secure garden for dogs, enjoyed the games and table tennis. Highly recommend.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melanie K.
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed!
Our grandchildren aged 9 and 11 had never experienced the beach before. They described it as "Amazing!!!"
The accommodation provided everything that we needed! Thankyou!
Melanie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise W.
Oct 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Our second time.
Host is lovely and easy to contact.
Well stocked kitchen
Can’t wait to rebook again
Louise W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
tahli m.
Sep 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little spot close to everything youll need
Only stayed for a night but it felt like home straight away enjoyed every minute :)
tahli m.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Ste L.
May 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Short drive to fork tree brewery
Nice clean house, kids loved the bunks and board games. Decent brewery nearby, but it's not as close to beach as the ad suggests
Ste L.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
Apr 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
Wonderful house to base yourself at Carrickalinga, Bettina has thought of everything you could need. Comfortable beds and perfect place to relax.
Lisa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
simon w.
Mar 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely clean, big house short walk to the beach. Perfect!!
Perfect!
simon w.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise W.
Feb 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic getaway
The house was exceptionally clean, extremely well equipped and very comfortable. Bettina was really nice and friendly and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended. Can’t wait to rebook soon
Louise W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicky D.
Jan 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway
Comfortable stay with a well catered home.
Nicky D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Iris N.
Dec 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean place
It is a clean place and everything that you need is available.
Iris N.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
Oct 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house
It was like a reset button has been pressed. Definitely going to go back
Greg M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Maureen S.
Sep 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
comfortable
Comfortable and very clean. we experienced one problem with the power, we had difficulty with the meter box switches,we are older people our fingers do not have the strength to push some switches into position. The folder in the house does state this, we were frightened we would do damage if we pushed too hard. We contacted the property owner who was extremely helpful even though she was trying to get to a meeting. the problem was soon solved so a big thank you for her patience with us also for calling us later to see if we were okay.
Maureen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shaunagh D.
Apr 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful and relaxing stay.
It was very well looked after. Lovely back area for my pup. Great shower. Overall it was a lovely place to stay.
Shaunagh D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robyn B.
Apr 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway in a homely, comfortable place.
Great place -homely and comfortable and so well equipped ,secure lawned backyard area great for our dog,and our adult kids really enjoyed the table tennis and darts and good selection of indoor games ,dvds,books.Really enjoyed our stay.
Robyn B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
4/10 Poor
Pam P.
Mar 13, 2023
Very disappointed
Falsely listed as 2 bathrooms and a short walk to the beach. There was only 1 bathroom and we didn’t consider 12 mins. to a view of the beach very accurate. Very old house with old furnishings.
Pam P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hayley C.
Mar 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and house! We will be back!
Thanks to the hosts for a beautiful stay! The house was just perfect! We loved the location & will be returning ASAP
Hayley C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Lyn B.
Feb 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway with family
The property was close to the beach and local amenities. It was nice to have a nice, well enclosed yard for the dogs and a bbq area. The kitchen is so well equipped which made our stay so much fun cooking for the family and cooking together. The shed has table tennis which enabled a fun way to spend time together. The place is clean and the host was very responsive to our needs.
Lyn B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Susan P.
Feb 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and relaxing
Had a great time the qaint little house was comfortable and well stocked. Struggled briefly with turning on the electricity but all ok in the end. No wifi, but mobilenet signal still good. There was a washing machine, though the only disappointment for us was we couldn't find a clothes line. Difficult without a dryer, I forgot to pack a portable line.