Escape to the picturesque Adelaide Hills at Ashton Retreat, a modern self-contained unit with kitchen/dining and lounge areas. Enjoy a private patio overlooking 15 acres of property under a beautiful Linden tree or unwind in comfy Queen bed with valley views. The kitchen features an electric oven, gas cooktop and microwave while the bathroom offers shower facilities.
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Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroomSleeps 2100 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Ashton Retreat - Perfect Adelaide Hills Getaway
Ashton Retreat is an opportunity to get away and relax in the picturesque Adelaide Hills. The Retreat is a modern self-contained unit with kitchen/dining and lounge areas, with separate bathroom & bedroom with comfy Queen bed. Just outside is a private patio situated under a beautiful Linden tree overlooking our 15 acre property. Close to Cleland, Morialta and Horsnell Gully Conservation Parks with their many walks, and the Heysen Trail passes the property. The perfect location for the Tour Downunder and a great escape from the City Festivals of Mad March. Local wineries are easily accessible - its a short drive to the Barossa and Eden Valleys to the north, and McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Peninsula to the south. Just 20 minutes to the city centre. The Ashton Retreat suits couples looking to take a break for a weekend or longer, or singles and couples looking to base themselves close to the City or Hills for longer stays to catch up with friends and family, attend conferences, play golf, or use it as a base to explore the region. Guests receive complimentary tea, coffee, milk, sugar, fruit and flowers and all linen is supplied. Free wi-fi is also available.
The kitchen features an electric oven, gas cooktop with rangehood, microwave, refrigerator and plenty of bench space for food preparation. The area is heated by a petite combustion heater which will quickly heat the area in the depths of winter. Welcoming comfy lounge chairs await with LCD TV and DVD player available. The queen size bed offers a private valley view, and the bathroom features a shower, wash basin and toilet. Outside in the sheltered garden, enjoy an al fresco setting with lovely views. The Retreat has a minimal environmental footprint - rainwater is harvested on the property, wastewater is treated on the property, a recycling facility is available and a roof mounted solar array feeds energy into the grid. Minimum stay 2 nights. No pets or children (non-walking babies excepted).
Summer in the Hills
In summer, the Adelaide Hills are always a few degrees cooler than the city - enjoy all the benefits of being close to the centre of the city while experiencing the quiet rural setting of the Ashton Retreat. Explore the Hills and beyond - Clare, the Barossa and McLaren Vale are all within a comfortable one days driving distance. For nature lovers, the Retreat offers many regular and irregular visitors - kangaroos, koalas, echidnas and microbats feeding at sunset - as well as a huge range of native birds in habitating the space - from weebills flitting about in the shrubs to eagles gliding overhead.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
LCD TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Dryer
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: smoking outdoors on patio is OK
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a zoo
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Winery tours 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Note from host: non mobile babies with own portacot exempted
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors on patio is OK
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Ashton Retreat - Perfect Adelaide Hills Getaway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Ashton Retreat - Perfect Adelaide Hills Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ashton Retreat - Perfect Adelaide Hills Getaway?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ashton Retreat - Perfect Adelaide Hills Getaway?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ashton Retreat - Perfect Adelaide Hills Getaway located?
Located in Norton Summit, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Yurrebilla Trail Trailhead and within 3 miles (5 km) of Morialta Conservation Park and Ashton Hills Vineyard. Cleland Conservation Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.
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Beautiful location ideally set location with a nice relaxing vibe. Great to get the best of the hills and just a quick run into the city for dining if desired.
Very friendly and helpful hosts who check in on me regularly to see if all was ok or if I needed anything. Beautiful surroundings, close to the places I needed to be. Comfortable, homely accommodations. Fantastic experience...would definitely go back and stay again.
Although we had plenty of places to go during our stay, it would have been just as easy and pleasant to spend the time wandering through the grounds. Best home tomato planting I've ever seen.
We had a fabulous week in the Adelaide Hills at the beautiful Ashton Retreat. Everything we could have wanted was catered for & it was perfectly situated for our needs. Thank you Andrew & Kate.
We enjoyed our four night stay at Ashton retreat. We found it a welcoming place to relax and enjoy the established extensive gardens around the retreat.The little touches made it special-a full fruit bowl, fresh milk , a variety of breakfast cereals, fresh coffees and a variety of teas etc.
Kate and Andy were very welcoming - - thank you for the delicious homemade berry jam and fresh homegrown rhubarb.
We are looking forward to returning in the near future.
The photos don’t do this place justice. It is so beautiful, both indoors and out. Spacious, comfortable, and with every utensil and pantry item you can think of. Loved the flowers, fruit, milk, chocs, cereal, and generous supplies of tea and coffee. High quality bed linens and towels. Easy drive to the city or to Hahndorf, the Barossa etc. Everything is within easy distance but I felt miles away from everything. Stunning garden, and the local views whilst driving around are incredible. This is such a comfortable place to stay and a perfect base for exploration or just for staying in and relaxing and soaking up the garden views. Lots of great advice provided about the birds that inhabit the garden, and about local eateries, sites, wineries etc. Looking forward to a return visit here.
Overall impression was pretty good. Bed is comfortable, but no bedside tables. Great water pressure in the shower but water escapes the shower very easily. Recommend bringing an extra towel to clean up water on the floor. The canara and blankets are a great touch.
I really wish there was curtains or blinds on the windows (there is a shade blind on the bedroom window). One morning, there were people where in the yard when I was showering. Blinds would have made us feel more comfortable.
The host was easy to talk to, and the garden was stunning.
We had a great week at the Retreat. Everything you could possibly need is here and it was a beautiful spot from which to explore Adelaide and surrounds. Highly recommended.
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful retreat very much. It was very relaxing and we enjoyed the beatiful garden. All was very clean and we didn't miss anything. The breakfast, friut and veggies provided were very appreciated. Thank you Andrew and Kate.
Lovely studio in a gorgeous setting, with absolutely everything you could need provided by the hosts! The location is ideal for exploring the hills. Andrew was a very welcoming host and very easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend.
This place was amazing!!! The views were stunning, the owners Andrew and Kate were very friendly as well as their beautiful dog Nell and were happy for a conversation when our paths crossed at the property. I loved every minute and it was the perfect place to rest, relax and recover. Very quiet and was so lovely to sit outside under the trees in the mornings and listen to the birds. I will definitely be back and I can’t recommend this place enough!
I cannot recommend this property highly enough. I spent five weeks here working on a writing project. The property is beautifully located and superbly set up with everything you need except for a washing machine (but there is a great little laundromat in nearby Bridgewater). The wood fire is wonderful on cold winter nights. Kate and Andrew were really friendly and helpful whenever I needed something, but otherwise gave me heaps of space and privacy. I will be coming back :)
Beautiful property, lovely gardens, views from every window.
Very clean, comfy bed, kitchen had everything we needed.
Owner very nice & helpful as was his dog.
Great location close to Adelaide , Hahndorf, the wineries of the Adelaide Hills and McLarenvale. The accommodation was warm and cosy and met our needs. The owners went out of their way to make you feel welcome.
Peaceful spot in the hills with lovely gardens, a cozy wood fire and a friendly dog. Easy to locate and great information provided for local points of interest.
Wow factor on this property if you are into staying in a mini arboretum. Beautiful gardens with a welcoming pooch on site. Very clean and well appointed accomodation with everything you need for a enjoyable stay.