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"Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike!

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Outdoor pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike!

Step back into the 60's!
Unique, original 60's architecture and decore 5 houses from the Semaphore beach and less than 3 minutes walk to Semaphore Rd boasting more than 15 restaurants, cafes, supermarkets (7am to 10pm,) a major cinema and more! Across the Port River is the Port Adelaide with many historical sites,
river cruises, Art Galleries and dolphin watching from canoes.
Five kms north of Semaphore is the North Haven Yacht Club and on Sundays the fruit and vegetable market is open from 7am to 12 midday. You also have fresh fish sold straight off the boats from the previous nights catch!
Additional rules and policies:
$170 for one bedroom, $40 for use of 2nd bedroom even if there are only two guests.
Iff you wish to have the pool area for a private function or it's possible to book it in advance for $120 for the day.

Property manager

Monica Swan

Languages

French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: butts extinquished and put into ashtray provided

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

All children from 10 to 17 years must be able to swim. Children under 10 years MUST be with an adult at all times. Pool open hours 9am to 7pm.
All heating, cooling and indoor lights to be always turned off when leaving the property going out or when your stay is completed.
No climb the stairs to the roof. Do not enter private areas in the large back yard e.g. tool shed, garage, office. The kitchen and toilet negotiable

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: well behaved $30 extra per night roll up carpets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a pool in back yard so not under 6 years

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Butts extinquished and put into ashtray provided

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Semaphore, SA

What's nearby

  • Semaphore Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Henley Beach - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Adelaide Entertainment Centre - 15 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 18 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Port Adelaide Peterhead Station - 12 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palais Hotel
  • ‪High Tide - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sweet Amber Brew Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St. Louis - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Semaphore RSL - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does "Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is "Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at "Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike!?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at "Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is "Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike! located?

This family-friendly Adelaide holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of The Semaphore Waterslide Complex and Semaphore Jetty. Semaphore Park Beach and Semaphore Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). Port Adelaide Peterhead Station is 12 minutes by foot and Port Adelaide Glanville Station is 18 minutes.

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"Sea Retro Getaway" An ideal space for workers and holiday makers alike! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 61 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place, very hot weekend so the pool was a bonus. Loved the decor. Very fun place.

Fun place, everything we needed for a family weekend of 2 Victorian and 2 Adelaide family members get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Great place and just as pics showed. Close to beach and shops. Loved it. Would definately stay again for a weekend get away.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a unique stay. Very comfortable and felt at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachside stay

We had a lovely time staying at this very quirky property. Monica was a great hostess and full of local information. Nice and close to the beach and shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cath A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

Close to beautiful Semaphore Beach and villiage style shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique decor, had a very happy vibe. Had everything you needed in a comfortable relaxing accomodation. So close to beach and dining options. Owner was very welcoming, communication great. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved how everywhere I looked I saw something new full of art
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Weekend

Arrived Friday was welcomed warmly by host who could not do enough to make our stay one to remember, thankyou Monica we will be back. Perfect Getaway & experience :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and relaxing

Very nice relaxing old place with a lot of character had everything I wanted and needed walking distance to everything Host very nice very informative couldn’t do enough to make my stay enjoyable Recommend it to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Get Away

We found the property very clean, tidy and comfortable. It was also very secure especially for our little dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

The property was so close to the beach, in a very quiet area. Also close to shopping strip, with cafes and restaurants within easy walking distance. Fenced backyard for dogs. Landlady was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alies S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great.

Monica was very responsive and her place was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT HOSTESS, lovely atmosphere

Just 2 streets from the beach, quiet street, peaceful atmosphere. Walking distance to food & other shops. Just PERFECT for our Easter break. Highly recommend our hostess who made sure nothing was amiss... including the bath lotion! We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, lovely apartment

Monica was a wonderful host, we had everything we needed. Apartment is comfortable and has a great vibe, it is also situated so close to the beach and surrounding shops/restaurants. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Semaphore

Monica was a delightful host despite being surprised by the booking. Great stay, lovely place, can certainly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway - brilliant location

We loved our time at the "Sea Retro Getaway" It was exactly what we needed. A place to just chill out and slow down. Everything we needed was only just a short walk away. The pool area was perfect to relax and put your feet up. Monica was only to pleased to help with what ever questions we had. I would highly recommend this home to anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highlight of our trip

We had a great time at Sea Retro Getaway. Monica was helpful and a good laugh the whole time and the place was full of character and looked like something out of a movie. Afternoon spent by the pool in the sunshine was bliss. Also well located with beach and Semaphore all a few minutes walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location, well equipped

We had a lovely stay at Monica's Retro home. Great location, five houses from the beach. The bed and seating were comfortable. The house was well equipped. A pool for warmer weather. Thanks Monica
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little gem!

Monica was a lovely host! She was quick responding to our messages and on the day was very approachable and friendly. Our dog thoroughly loved the place, and settled in a nice and quiet neighbourhood. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kay and Rob Burgemeister

Our stay was comfortable, close to the shopping precinct, pubs and beach in this quirky unique apartment. I loved the little place because of its quirkiness. Monica is a fabulous host so nice to talk to and is more than willing to help. Well recommend for a weekend away. Thanks Monica, we’ll see you again. 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jake L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jake and Karol

This is the 3rd time We have stayed at Monica’s bnb. We keep coming back and 1 of the reasons is because of the property owner Monica, she’s very welcoming and positive and always greets us with a smile and she is super helpful. Strongly suggest anyone that is travelling around this way to stay here because it’s such a relaxing vibe. Thanks heaps Monica Jake and Karol
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Graham I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky

Aged but comfortable. - no negatives
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Sixties Retreat

Stepped back into the 1960s in this lovely setting, only 2 streets from Semaphore Beach in a quiet location. Neat, clean, with lovely touches like fresh toothbrushes and REAL milk in the fridge. Absolutely loved it. We'll be back for sure. Monica, our host, just wanted to please. Fabulous and caring. An easy lifestyle, and a great night's sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doro F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

time travel into an visual artist’s imaginary world

a most wondrous experience of vintage charm! Monica’s apartment is peppered with drop dead gorgeous time pieces from the 50ies to the 70ies that altogether make this place a real gem. If you like colour, charm, charisma and a hint of kitsch, if you love eclectic furniture and value comfort, cosiness and a superb beachside location, Monica’s place is for you. If you prefer sleek minimalist white new apartment uniformity, not so much. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay, cooked up a storm in the kitchen, had many a vinos by the pool, borrowed a bicycle and even received fresh flowers and lemons off the tree. Loved every minute. Thank you Monica - a place to make memories. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss in Semaphore

Staying in Semaphore is always such a pleasant trip back in time; so much evidence of its glorious past remains on show. This house is an ideal base for a nostalgic seaside Semaphore experience in terms of both location and decor. Only around the corner from both the beach and the delights of Semaphore Rd, this home is ideally situated. And the quirky retro decor throughout the property was so much fun to discover. Monica was an outstanding host. She couldn't have done more or gone out of her way more to look after and accommodate us. Nothing was too much trouble and we are very grateful. The outside/pool area was such a great space for relaxing and entertaining. Highly recommended. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023