House vacation rentals in Encounter Bay

The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer- Pet Friendly

The Sandcastle is a spacious, comfortable, activity packed property creating a wonderful holiday atmosphere for families & large groups. Located centrally in Port Elliot, it's an easy walk to the beautiful beaches, cafes, shops & pubs. There's room for everyone to relax and enjoy year-round in the multitude of indoor & outdoor living spaces. Gather together around generous tables, comfy lounges & games areas, or retreat to one of the 4 fully air-conditioned bedrooms with all linen provided.

Seafarers Lodge - beach shack haven. pup friendly

Seafarers Lodge is a charming and quaint seaside shack, lovingly curated by a mother-daughter duo, just an hour from Adelaide and a stones throw from the iconic Middleton Beach. It's everything you could want in a beach shack - only a minutes walk from the waves, with a beautiful indoor fireplace, deck to catch the last of the days rays, cosy nooks to relax, full size kitchen for cooking epic meals shared around the dining table and French linen clad beds for the dreamiest, holiday sleep-in's.

Paddle Steamer PS Federal Retreat

* Built in 1902, the PS FEDERAL Paddle Steamer now rests on stilts in the River Murray near where the Mighty River completes its journey and joins the Southern Ocean. 2bedrooms, large lounge and galley kitchen with panoramic views of Hindmarsh Island & watercraft on the river. Off Grid, Eco-Friendly with solar powered (12 volt) system for less environmental impact. Not just a place to stay but a unique accommodation experience on the Fleurieu Peninsula on board the Paddle Steamer PS FEDERAL!

Spacious, inviting home with stunning ocean views!

Perched on a hill you’ll enjoy panoramic views of Encounter Bay from this inviting, pet-friendly home. Relax while taking in the ocean views through the floor to ceiling windows in the spacious, bright family room. Featuring a large, fully equipped kitchen, meals can be enjoyed at the 8-seater dining table. High-quality sheets are provided in all three bedrooms, and both bathrooms come stocked with towels, so you don't need to worry about bringing linens. Pets are welcome at no charge!

Mariner’s c1866 Little Scotland

Nestled in a quiet one way street in the unique & historic area of Little Scotland. A short walk to the township & wharf and 5 min drive to popular Goolwa Beach. Explore the area planned in the 1850s to recreate the narrow lanes/ walkways of Scotland. The heritage cottage boasts modern amenities: Wifi , Netflix, split cycle aircon, gas log fire, new bathroom & kitchen as well as a hot water outdoor shower! A fully enclosed lawned & shaded garden area for all the family and pets to enjoy!

Cottage Castle.

On arrival you can relax on the large decking which has sea views, while drinking a glass of wine or a coffee. A home which is newly furnished with unlimited WIFI for your convenience, & open plan living. Plenty of room in the backyard for the kids to play around in and car park space Just a hop, skip & jump to the local beach. Coles and Aldi are just up the road, and the town of Victor is only a 5 min drive, to local cafes and restaurants . Middleton is a 10 min drive as is Horseshoe Bay.

Sleeps 10,Pets ok,Air Con,Wi-Fi,Walk to Beach 200m

Relax and unwind at “Encounter Break”. Our beach house has been created with attention to detail. It has 4 Bedrooms, x1 King Bed, x2 Queen Bed & x2 bunks (Sleeps 10). The open plan kitchen, living & dining space opens to a large balcony & BBQ area. The main living has a 75inch Smart TV & 2nd living has a 65inch Smart TV, toys & games. Secured rear yard, double garage, outdoor shower, table tennis, Free wi-fi, quality linen, Tea & Coffee,Nespresso machine, 200m to the beach, Cafes etc

Bluffview Lookout at Victor, fantastic views!

"Bluffview" offers guests something extra special on their holiday experience, the views are amazing !. These views stretch as far as the eye can see, from Granite Island right across to the "Bluff" and beyond. During the winter months, whales are often seen from the lounge room windows. The house has been decorated with bright, bold colours whilst still keeping a minimalist approach, it is so roomy. With fresh carpet throughout the main living areas, it is so comfortable.

Charming historic cottage c1853, Highlands House.

Highlands House c1853, is a charming heritage cottage and reportedly the first residential dwelling in Goolwa. The house oozes character but doesn’t compromise on comfort, as it comes with modern amenities. The cottage boasts a large private and secure yard, perfect for bird watching or to share with children and pets. Summer nights offer an amazing space to BBQ , in winter relax around the fire pit or have a cosy night in front of the log burner.