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Dunes Cottage Normanville

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Beach
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Normanville, SA
  • Normanville Beach
    6 min walk
  • High Country Trails
    13 min walk
  • Banksia Park
    15 min walk
  • Penneshaw, SA (PEA)
    87 min drive

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About the area

Normanville

In Normanville .Within a 15-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Normanville Beach and High Country Trails. Banksia Park and Carrickalinga Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Normanville Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • High Country Trails - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Links Lady Bay Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lady Bay Vineyard - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Carrickalinga Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankalilla Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Forktree Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Normanville Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caffe on Bungala - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Yankalilla Hotel - ‬5 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.

Dunes Cottage Normanville

The cottage lies wind-protected and secluded directly behind, and adjacent to, South Australia's only remaining stretch of unadulterated coastal sand-dunes, and was itself until recently, zoned 'conservation'. It has been painstakingly and tenderly renovated and rejuvenated, to bring it's facilities and amenities into current times, whilst retaining the original site, layout and ambience. It lies at the end of a very short cul-de-sac with only two other properties in the street and no passing traffic.

You cannot see the sea from the cottage, but there is no mistaking the envigorating ozone-laden air and the soothing sounds of the ocean and waves... all from your front door. The cottage is also an ideal base from which to explore together with your dog/s - please apply for details of pet stays at time of booking.

The most direct route from the cottage takes about 2 minutes to the beach and brings you out to the north of the jetty, and continuing in this direction gives you miles(about 1.2) of beautiful beach walking thru to Carrackalinga. In the opposite direction, your beach meandering takes you on a 3km(approx) walk to the reef and seabird environs of Lady Bay.

In all seasons, Dunes Cottage provides an ideal base for nature enthusiasts, with ample local interest in the surrounding towns & localities to cater for more citified interests.

At 'home', an outdoor gas BBQ and setting, a well-equipped full electric kitchen with oven and microwave, bath&shower, dining table and chairs, comfortable lounge, good beds, gas heating, airconditioning, ceiling fan, books, magazines, tapes, radio, TV, DVD's, CD's, games, local phone, and fishing rods, ensure that your normal daily needs are well met. Should you strike inclement weather, the thoughtful surrounds of the cottage interior envelop you like a mother's arms banishing all disappointment until sunnier times come again.

Locality

The beachside town of Normanville lies 78km south of Adelaide and is easily accessed in approximately one hour via the Southern Express Way ,or, in about 1hour15mins via main South Road.

Coming off the main road leading down to Cape Jervis, turning right into Normanville is the main street at the end of which, left takes you down to the beach and jetty, right goes to Carrackalinga. The vista is typically country, and the beautiful beaches are some of South Australia's finest with fine white sands and miles of wonderful beach walking.
Small town amenities are centred around the main street which also features a superb traditional pub/hotel/restaurant, a modern Foodland supermarket, chemist, ATM, newsagency, bakery, cafes, post office......and more.

Property bed configuration. One double bed, and one single bed in separate room. Open plan layout, o

The "in-dunes" location of the cottage is as close as you can get to the beach in Normanville without having to use or cross any roads. A small sandy track opposite the cottage leads you through the sand dunes to the beach (2mins).
Taking the 'long' way to the beach, going back to the corner and to Jetty Road leading down to the foreshore, will take you about 10minutes on a slow walk. Similarly, the same walking pace will take you 15 minutes to the main street shops

Property manager

Erika Ertl

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby
  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 not indicated whether 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dunes Cottage
Dunes Normanville
Dunes Normanville Normanville
Dunes Cottage Normanville Cottage
Dunes Cottage Normanville Normanville
Dunes Cottage Normanville Cottage Normanville
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Dunes Cottage Normanville Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 27 reviews" "
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Amy P.

Lovely Location.
Convenient beachy location however the place while very homey and with plenty of character is incredibly cluttered and being so would make it hard to clean regularly and this is quite noticeable along with an odd smell ? This said it did not ruin our stay and we had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Normanville retreat
Excellent host
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hideaway
Great spot in the dunes, easy walk to beach, cafes etc. Secluded and a little quirky.

10/10 Excellent

Pauline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended
Cosy cottage in a great position behind the dunes, but so close to a sensational beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Great location and facilities an really appreciated the breakfast hamper.
Really enjoyed the stay and quiet location and meeting your husband and feeding the birds in the garden. Sorry we missed you Jenny and Andy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Russell K.

Perfect and exactly what looking for Thks
Great plate of food lasted 2 brekkies and easy convenient and clean. Cozy and cute
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019