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Kookaburra Cottage ~ Farm retreat 10 minutes from Mount Gambier

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Yahl, SA
  • Umpherston Sinkhole
    8 min drive
  • Mount Gambier Central
    11 min drive
  • Caroline Hills Winery
  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    19 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Yahl

Located in Yahl, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Umpherston Sinkhole and Blue Lake Lookout. .This vacation home is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Laslett Forest Reserve and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Hells Hole Forest Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Umpherston Sinkhole - 8 min drive
  • Blue Lake - 11 min drive
  • Mount Gambier Central - 11 min drive
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 11 min drive
  • Old Mount Gambier Gaol - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Commodore on the Park - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Presto Eatery - ‬11 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.

Kookaburra Cottage ~ Farm retreat 10 minutes from Mount Gambier

Enjoy a soak in the outdoor claw bath whilst stargazing, roast some marshmallows around the firepit, get up close & hand feed the alpacas & sheep, & enjoy all the modern cottage offerings of this home away from home.

Kookaburra Cottage is right on the doorstep to some of the most popular tourist hotspots of Mount Gambier & the Limestone Coast region, whilst providing countryside tranquillity.

The cottage is a 10 minute drive from the City of Mount Gambier, home of the Blue Lake and Valley Lake Precinct. We are located in the small farming town of Yahl, which is the perfect location for exploring all that the Limestone Coast Region has to offer.

Kookaburra Cottage is a 3 bedroom modern country cottage that caters for up to 8 guests.

It boasts a main bedroom with queen-size bed, ensuite and private outdoor claw foot bath area, a second bedroom with queen-size bed, and a third bedroom with a double bed, single bed and trundle floor bed also available on request. Bedroom three includes a dedicated office nook, perfect for working while on away from home, and baskets of kids toys & books to keep the youngest travellers entertained.

It features an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with plenty of cosy lounge-room seating space to take in the country views. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking during your stay and includes a Smeg pod coffee machine. Ducted heating/cooling is throughout.

Outside there is an undercover carport, parking spaces for up to 3 cars, and a large fenced and private front lawn surrounded by paddocks. Our Alpaca herd and two pet sheep reside in the neighbouring paddock and love being fed grain treats, which you'll find in a tub by the cottage fence. A delightful experience for the kids!

There is a firepit area with rustic seating and wood supplied to enjoy, an outdoor table, and a barbecue for outdoor cooking.

Little Rippa Brewery and Caroline Hills Winery are both located 2 minutes away & are close enough to cycle to for a wine tasting, beer paddle or a woodfired pizza.

The Blue Lake, Kilsby Sinkhole dive site, Port MacDonnell beach, Glenelg River (great for kayaking!) and Umpherston Sinkhole all lie within a 10-30 minute drive from the cottage.

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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Liana Anderson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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

This property does not have elevators

Kookaburra Cottage ~ Farm retreat 10 minutes from Mount Gambier Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property
Lovely, peaceful and welcoming property. Beautiful rural setting but still close to everything. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amandeep K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & clean
This is exactly what they say it is…clean, comfortable, and peaceful. Great place to stay just to get away for a little while! So fortunate to find this jewel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay
The cottage is absolutely gorgeous. Extremely clean. Owners were very helpful over the app communication. Lots of little things that made it extra special. Sheep and alpacas right outside your door to feed and pat made our stay the best few days! Will definitely be finding a time to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B., MOOROOLBARK

Liked: Cleanliness
Great find would stay again
The cottage is just lovely, exactly as advertised. We wanted a quiet spot outside of town to relax after a few intense days. Beds were super comfy, kitchen well supplied. Will hopefully get to visit for fun next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The pride and respect they have for their cottage (and guests!) was evident in every detail of their thoughtful hospitality during our very comfortable five nights with our three children. Thank you very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
One we will book again
A very clean, beautiful cottage located in a stunning area. Wonderfully peaceful and a lovely place to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and kid friendly
Everything was beautiful. The kitchen was great and the pantry had some supplies beyond what we'd normally expect. The kids were obsessed with the alpaca and sheep, which they got to feed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kookaburra Cottage
Loved our stay at Kookaburra Cottage, it was exactly as advertised and had everything we could possibly need. Great location, well appointed and cosy. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant W., Highbury, SA, AUSTRALIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome hideaway
This is an absolute gem of a property 5 minutes outside of Mt Gambier. It is very well equipped with everything you could want. We cooked and ate in most nights and it was a breeze. We will definitely be staying here again the next time we visit the south east.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful country cottage
Property too nice for kids haha lots of white, neutrals, breakable decor etc Such a wonderful property, experience with the animals next door and the cat visiting daily. Ideally the pantry would have had staples such as olive oil, paper towel etc
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend retreat
A real hidden gem...beautiful interior with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing weekend away. My only regret is not booking for longer! Enjoyed by the whole family, but the animals, fire pit and outdoor bath were winners for the kids!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheree B., Wattle Grove

Liked: Cleanliness
loved this home
Such a beautiful home and Liana and Chris were so helpful with everything. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful Country Retreat
The Kookaburra Cottage exceeded all expectations. A tranquil country setting with exceptional attention to details and comforts. The Cottage was spotless, the beds provided comfort and support. the linen fresh and clean. The sofas are large and comfy, perfect for relaxing with a book. The Kitchen is perfectly equipped for cooking, all that is required, are the ingredient. The outdoor bath is such a lovely feature and fire pit on cooler nights. A perfect place to stay with family or friends and explore Mt Gambier and surrounds. We will definitely be back! Kindly, J. E & P I
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mirna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kookaburra cottage
Best ever . Thank you …😍
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023