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Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour

Upscale riverwalk cottage near Currency Creek Winery

Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour

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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Map
138 Liverpool Road, Goolwa North, SA, 5214
  • Popular LocationCurrency Creek Winery12 min walk
  • Popular LocationGoolwa Station3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCurrency Creek Station8 min drive
  • AirportAdelaide, SA (ADL)80 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.

Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour

Upscale riverwalk cottage near Currency Creek Winery
This smoke-free cottage features a marina, a lazy river and dry cleaning. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and express check-in are on-site. The cottage features a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, plus a balcony and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Conveniences include a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker, and guests will appreciate thoughtful touches, such as an espresso maker and slippers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
This cottage offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes queen sofa beds and desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star cottage has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include a shower, slippers and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include a lazy river.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Sunloungers
  • Umbrellas
  • Manicures and pedicures

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Espresso maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–9:00 AM

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Premium bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra beds: AUD 100.0 per stay
  • Queen sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lifts
  • Portable shower seat
  • Soundproofing
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible (with limits)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • In-room massages
  • 24-hour front desk

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the boardwalk
  • In a rural location
  • On the riverwalk

Things to do

  • Lazy river
  • Boat tours on site
  • Marina on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 3 rooms
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1910
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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About the area

Goolwa North

Located in Goolwa North, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers looking for local activities can try Currency Creek Winery and Bremerton, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by South Australian Whale Centre. Steam Exchange Brewery and Artworx Gallery are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Currency Creek Winery - 12 min walk
  • Bremerton - 12 min walk
  • Steam Exchange Brewery - 12 min walk
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets - 3 min drive
  • Artworx Gallery - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 3 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Middleton Tavern - 10 min drive
  • Caffe' De Carlo - 3 min drive
  • The Marina Hindmarsh Island - 5 min drive
  • Hector's Cafe on the Wharf - 19 min walk
  • Cadell Street Fish & Chips - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Currency Creek Winery, Bremerton and Steam Exchange Brewery. Artworx Gallery and Goolwa Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km). Goolwa Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden gem
Was absolutely ecstatic to find this little gem as a surprise for my husbands birthday. As he knows this area very well, it was great to find something he didn’t know was there. From the moment we pulled in from the road, we were in love. The location, presentation, cleanliness, thoughtfulness - all 5 plus extra stars. Very thoughtful touches. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. Phil & Wendy are great hosts and the private cruise on the wooden boat was a real highlight. We will definitely be highly recommending this property as well as becoming return visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Boat house perfection
What an amazing place to stay. Everything has been thought of to create absolute perfection. Beautifully decorated, private and comfortable. You feel a part of the private marina and the sound of the water is so relaxing. This is one of the best places we have ever stayed and would come Back to South Australia just to stay here again. Thank you for sharing your amazing boat house Kim Laurie Boyd December 2018
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Heaven
It was. The most beautiful appointed with free breakfast which was really good if we were ever that way again it would be our first place to go the hosts were great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ho Wan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Stay in Goolwa
Goolwa is such a lovely small town. The River Retreat we have stayed in is located by the river, with a bikeway along the beautiful and tranquil river coast, which is perfect for a stroll, jog or cycling. The Retreat is very cosy and comfortable. The kitchen is very well-equipped, including an oven. Our host is very friendly and helpful in assisting our check-in, as we had difficulty in retrieving our original instruction of the check-in process. Everything is thoughtfully provided here. Goolwa is a convenient place to base in for exploration of the neighbourhood. It is just a 10-minute drive from Middleton, where we have seen a good number of whales in Basham Beach. Port Elliot and Victor Harbor are also just 15-minute drive away. Hindmarsh Island and Murray Mouth are just 10-minute drive across the bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

richard, Tanunda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
comfort by the river
Nice view to river through the trees, and the pool the other way. We appreciated the Aircond and the pool due to the extreme heat.

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Great deal; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Beautiful; loved the wine, walking around the river, cafes

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Fairly expensive worth it; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate; The attention to detail was amazing! Very thoughtful owners. Will definitely go back again.

10/10 Excellent

John, Australia - VIC - Regional VIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Amazing; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless;

8/10 Good

Carolyn, Australia - SA - Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service