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Southern Escape - A Family Friendly Home 3 minute walk to the Beach

Family-friendly holiday home in Victor Harbor

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At SOUTHERN ESCAPE Victor Harbor, unwind in a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom home with a gourmet kitchen and sparkling bathroom. Stroll to the nearby beach, town centre, and local attractions or enjoy picnics in the parks.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Southern Escape - A Family Friendly Home 3 minute walk to the Beach

Enjoy a break at SOUTHERN ESCAPE Victor Harbor - the perfect place to Chill Out, Relax and Get Away from it all.

Leave the Car and Enjoy WALKING to the NEARBY BEACH, TOWN CENTRE and LOCAL ATTRACTIONS.

Enjoy a Picnic in the nearby Parks or meals at nearby Cafes & Restaurants,

Once you have enjoyed your time out simply stroll back to your 'home away from home' enjoying the views along the way.

A Beautifully Renovated 3 BEDROOM FAMILY FRIENDLY Home

* Prepare meals in the fully equipped, Gourmet Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, Dishwasher and Microwave after stocking up on supplies from nearby Woolworths, Aldi, Drake, IGA or Coles.

* Enjoy a soak in the Bathtub of the sparkling bathroom while you read a book or magazine from the well stocked Bookshelf. Bathroom has vanity, shower and toilet.

There is a separate second toilet.

* Relax in the comfy lounge/dining area with reverse cycle split system Air Conditioner and watch smart TV, or listen to your favourite CD's while sipping a Complimentary glass of Port.

* Do your Washing and Ironing in the Fully Equipped Laundry.

* At the end of the day enjoy a few drinks & BBQ under the Pergola set on over 1,000m2 of Fully Enclosed Lawns & Garden.

* There's plenty of room for your Boat which can be launched at the nearby Boat Ramp.

THERE ARE LOTS OF THINGS TO DO IN VICTOR HARBOR!

Visit the local attractions including the Penguins on Granite Island, the Whale Watch Centre, the Markets & Antique shops. Go shopping or see a movie at the local cinema.

Take a ride on the Horse Drawn Tram to Granite Island or the Cockle Train to Goolwa.

If you ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS explore the many Scenic Walking Trails, and Bike Tracks. Whilst we do not have direct sea views we are just a few minutes walk across the road to the beach.

Play TENNIS or GOLF at the nearby Clubs or go SAILING, FISHING or BOATING from the nearby ramp.

If Food and Wine are more appealing to you simply visit the numerous local WINERIES, PRODUCE MARKETS and the CHEESE factory.

The kids can bring their Skate Boards and spend hours at the nearby SKATE PARK.

ACCOMMODATION

3 Bedrooms accommodate 2-6 people.
2 x Queen Beds, 2 x Single Beds.

LINEN

Sheets, Pillow Covers, Quilts, Quilt covers, Blankets & Pillows are provided.

Portacot and High Chair available

RATES:
Average rate is $165 per night for a couple depending on season. Extra guests $15/person/night
$280 per night Christmas
Cleaning Fee $85.

Discounts available for long stays.

Minimum stay: 2 nights.

No Pets Allowed.
No Smoking Indoors.
A$300 refundable Security Bond is held and immediately refunded on departure provided there is no damage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Southern Escape Holiday House
Southern Escape A Family Friendly Home Away from Home
32066

About the area

Located in Victor Harbor, this vacation home is near the beach. Encounter Coast Discovery Centre and South Australian Whale Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram and McCracken Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Urimbirra Wildlife Park and Nangawooka Flora Reserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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VICTOR HARBOR, SA

What's nearby

  • Soldier Memorial Gardens featuring a park
    Soldier Memorial Gardens
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victor Harbor
    South Australian Whale Centre
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fun in the sun
    Warland Reserve
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram which includes land animals
    Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Encounter Coast Discovery Centre
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Victor Harbor Station
    11 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boulevard Cafe on the lake
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Good Day
  • Hotel Victor
    14 min walk
  • Beach House Cafe
    6 min drive

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Southern Escape - A Family Friendly Home 3 minute walk to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely, cozy and great location. Wonderful to be able to wash after 14 days travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melayni B.

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

Great location, very comfortable and homelike.

We loved our stay so close to the beach, local eaterys, shops and local attractions. The property is welcoming and well-kept with everything to make a relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Comfortable and great location

Very comfortable with well- stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and walking distance to town and jetty
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daljeet S.

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

Ausome Holiday Accommodation

It was a great location and the one of the best holiday accommodation in my recent trips
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter s.

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

Great place for a holiday at victor harbour

Property was very well presented and clean. Location was great, close to everything and very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Great place to stay

Very clean and near shops
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Lovely property, close to everything!

Property is clean, close to the beach and all amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

leonard s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I found the property to be more of a home than the average holiday rental.Every thing was clean tidy and comfortable, the owners have gone to a lot of trouble.Lenny
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario a.

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

Cabin stay

The 3 kids really enjoyed it we all enjoyed it.. very close to victor harbour central which was a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayra H.

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

Comfy home in handy location

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very comfortable and the location good for local shops and entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

R&R A.

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

Fantastic stay @ a great location.

A very comfortable, clean and tidy home with a roomy backyard & colorful garden. Our stay was very enjoyable, and all the facilities are there to use and much more. We recommend staying at this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

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

Great Location

Great location, close to beach. Victor Harbor was a great ocean town. Very enjoyable. House was clean, well maintained and has a nice backyard where kids can play.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kath E.

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

Good location

Great comfortable home in a good spot. Our visit coincided with a wifi outage but not a big deal for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandro C.

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

Weekend Getaway

Very comfortable place to stay, walking distance to beach and city centre
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRISTON K.

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

Great Little Getaway

Great Location, Well presented. Great for a family with large back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lorraine W.

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

Nice spacious home, good location in walking distance to Victor Harbour

Nice spacious home, good location in walking distance to Victor Harbour
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Great Property, Great Host

Very comfortable property. Host is very helpful. Great all round.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

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

Fantastic House for our stay!

This place is a gem!! So close to walk to everything we needed, very clean house with everything to make our stay perfect, comfy beds, great back yard, and a nice area of Victor to be in.. Very happy with our stay, hope it’s available for our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Enjoyable

Well kept, clean, a home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

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

Southern Escape

House was lovely. Big back yard for the kids to run around in and the two bathrooms were handy. Kitchen had everything you need and the location was ideal near the beach and an easy walk to the town. Overall it was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

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

Great place

Winter weather didn’t dampen this weekend at all, great cozy home, very clean and comfortable, great for kids too. Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sue C.

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

Great location, lots of room for kids to play, very quiet at night

Cozy and comfortable lounge area. Basically clean and tidy. Lots of room for kids to run in safe enclosed back yard.Great communication .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Amazing

We had the best family get away. The house was like a home away from home. Beautifully presented and could not fault in any way. Communication with owners was fantastic and the comfort of the beds and lounge was fantastic. We will definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W., Adelaide South Australia

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

Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped home in great location

Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped home with outdoor seating at back of house and undercover area in large yard. Great location. Host was prompt, helpful, and easy to deal with. A good decision for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Fabulous

Brilliant from the start, Dora responded quickly to contact. The house is beautiful, every detail has been thought of. We had a ba y a d 5yr old who lo el ittoo. Perfect position with beach a d town in walking dista ce
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025