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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books, music library
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Middleton, SA
  • Surfers Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Middleton Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Horseshoe Bay
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Middleton

This vacation home places you next to Surfers Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Tokuremoar Reserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Surfers Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Middleton Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Goolwa Beach - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Port Elliot Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Horseshoe Bay - 14 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe' De Carlo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Port Elliot Chicken Run - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hector's Cafe on the Wharf - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Goolwa 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.

Shack by the Sea Middleton

3 bedroom beach shack with open plan kitchen, dining and loungeroom. After 20years it was time for the shack to have a refresh. Painted throughout, with new sofa, TV, bookcases, dinnerware, saucepans and frypans. New outdoor setting, perfect to sit and look out over the garden and nature reserve. Decking along front and back of property and landscaped to fit within the surrounding nature reserve. On the bike path between Goolwa and Victor Harbor. Great bakeries, restaurants and hotels 5minute drive.

The shack is fully equipped for families with games, books, toys, and boggie boards. The area out the back is grassed for children to play on and there is a picnic table at the back of the property to enjoy spectacular sunsets.

Please note tea towels, quilts/blankets and pillowcases are supplied. You will need to supply your own bedsheets and towels. If this is a concern please contact us to discuss.

Please note during peak period Dec/Jan full payment is required 5 weeks prior to commence of booking date. Cancellation 4 weeks prior to booking will incur 100% of total booking fee.

THE SHACK IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT TO SCHOOLIES - due to previous damage occurring by schoolies.

Locality
Middleton is a town in South Australia on the eastern end of the south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It is situated between the towns of Port Elliot and Goolwa. A holiday and tourist destination with a popular surf beach. Some Southern Right

Whales calve and mate in the waters off Middleton's beaches and can be viewed from Middleton Point or Bashams Beach during the whale watching season (June or July to October).

Shack located at the Goolwa end of Middleton - along the bike path

Beach access - can see path from the front deck, tuck your board under your arm and head for the beach - takes a whole 2 minutes.

No through road, close to Encounter Bike path that runs from Goolwa to Victor Harbour, nature reserve behind and sea out front.

Unspoilt views from back deck of nature reserve
Long unspoilt beach suitable for swimming, boarding & surfing.
Close to restaurants and pubs in Middleton, Goowla & Pt Elliot
Best bakeries - Middleton, then Pt Elliot

Things to see and do
Middleton
Surfing and swimming beaches
Whale watching
Steam train rides
Walk or cycle the Encounter Bikeway
Walking distance to the beach,
Park,
Tavern,
Shops,
Chemist,
Arts and Crafts
Goolwa and Pt Elliot Markets
Currency Creek or Langhorne Creek Wineries
Fishing - Coorong, local beach or off Pt Elliott Jetty
Tennis courts Middleton, behind the local pub
Scenic Flights- Goolwa Airfield
Goolwa River Cruises
Historical Buildings
Surf & Sun Surf School - Surf & Sun Learn to Surf South Australia offer a range of Learn to Surf options to suit you. They are a licensed surf school with Surfing Australia and focus on providing you with a fun, exciting and most importantly a safe Learn to Surf experience. If you are after a once off lesson or wish to take your surfing further, we can help you. Located at Middleton Beach Surf & Sun has qualified instructors, new equipment and a professional and fun approach to surfing.
Town Facilities
Cafe, Take Away, Tavern, Bakery,
Blues Restaurant, Medical Centre, Chemist, Beautician, Surf Shop, Bus Service.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a dining table.

Property manager

Sue Hill

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please note garden is not fenced.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Shack by the Sea Middleton Middleton
Shack by the Sea Middleton Private vacation home
Shack by the Sea Middleton Private vacation home Middleton
160296

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Middleton is within a 10-minute walk of Surfers Beach and Tokuremoar Reserve. You'll also find Middleton Beach and Horseshoe Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next 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 Shack by the Sea Middleton good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a garden and a music library.

Does Shack by the Sea Middleton have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome 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 Shack by the Sea Middleton?

Yes, every accommodation at Shack by the Sea Middleton comes with a deck.

Shack by the Sea Middleton Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shack by the Sea Middleton

The most lovely and quirky cottage filled with warmth and creature comforts. So close to the beach and excellent value. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay by the beach

Great relaxing stay by the beach at this beachside shack for a short getaway and the weather was fantastic for it too which meant great afternoons on the back deck in the sun.Close walk to the beach Appreciated the owners consideration of allowing us to stay with our elderly trained dog that didn’t quite meet the listed requirements Will definitely stay here again as the shack had everything one needs as does the Main Street and also close driving distance to Victor Harbour and Goolwa.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelo P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter Weekend

Quiet, tucked away shack. Suited everything we needed.. Thank you :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family beach shack

To be honest, we were quite disappointed when we arrived. We were expecting something more comfortable. There is no proper indoor lounge area where you can spread out and relax. The queen size beds are too big for the rooms they are in. It felt pokey and cluttered with family books, magazines and games. That said, it was very clean. The hot water was excellent, the bed we used was comfortable, and all the basic amenities worked well. The washing machine was easy to use. The position is great, being so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great stay

A lovely stay in a really relaxed location. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back…

Well equipped small home with lovely backyard spaces with back deck which has good outdoor furniture.Close to the beach and good value for this area. Excellent communication/information from owner.Rooms are small so we used third bedroom for our luggage. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Simone L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Middleton with family

Property was clean, nice touch with Xmas tree, no WiFi unfortunately. It would have been nice to know about having to hire sheets and towels otherwise it suited our needs for the visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach shack getaway

Comfy shack in excellent location with great outdoor area to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely Getaway

A small compact and comfortable home. A typical shack with all the essentials you need for your time away. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable Stay

Loved the house and the location
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short escape

Relaxing, comfortable and uncomplicated shack in a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend away

First impresseion was the house was very cute! We found we had everything available to make meals, relax and unwind. The backyard was set up beautifully and attracted a great variety of birdlife which was a pleasant surprise
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place - highly recommend

A nice sweet & sinple place to relax. Good position. Clean, well maintained and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICK F., NORTHFIELD

Liked: Cleanliness

Sisters weekend away

Perfect for what we needed and Sue was excellent with communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage in lovely location within walking distance to beach

A great little cottage in walking distance to beach. Everything we needed and very clean. Nice outdoor areas to relax on. Lots of games and little extras to make our stay comfortable. Thankyou.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quite location

We were attending a two-day bike race (Tour of Goolwa) and wanted a quite location to enjoy some rest and a good sleep between the days. This property suited our needs beautifully. Had everything we needed. Thank you to our hosts for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Anne P.

Great beach lovers shack.

Cosy shack by the sea, great location. Very well stocked with games, cards tennis rackets etc. Shack backs onto a natural reserve, very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gunther A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Staying in Middleton

This is a very nice house just at the right place close to the beach. It is in a quite neighborhood. The house is well equipped with all what we needed, nothing fancy but exactly what we needed. In particular we were very positive surprised about all the facilities in the kitchen including a drinking water filtration system. the communication with the owner was easy and they responded very quickly to inquiries. We would come there any time again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Pirkko M., Griffith

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Holiday

Enjoyed our family Xmas holiday at your little shack. Comfortable with good facilities and a short walk to beach. Thankyou for your prompt responses and help when needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Nigel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great short stay

Great little beach house with private outdoor areas, perfect location close to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugh M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location

Really enjoyed our weekend at the shack. Very clean and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

maria r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Middleton shack - quaint place, close walk to the beach, with a well equipped kitchen.

This property was lovely, clean and had all we needed to cook our meals. Grateful pets are welcome, will come back again. Thank you Susan and Russell.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

Thank you Sue the property was perfect and we really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022