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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Goolwa, SA
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Steam Exchange Brewery
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Goolwa Motor Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬

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  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (95)
The price is €133
for 1 cabin
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
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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.

THE SHACK

Bright, modern newly refurbished open plan 1 bedroom shack, perfect place for a couple wanting a relaxing weekend away.

Stroll down to the towns Alfresco cafe, shops, restaurants & Murray River or simply relax at home with a BBQ.

Equipped with a kitchenette that provides a microwave, air fryer and hot plate (no oven) modern furniture inside & out. Two entertaining areas with BBQ and Webber.

This shack caters for humans and their pets offering a large fully enclosed yard with ample parking space for cars and boats. Side carport

Explore the Fleurieu Peninsulas many tourist attractions from food and wine trials + markets to fantastic cycle rides. Port Elliot to Victor Harbour are in close driving distance or leave the car at home and take the Cockle Train to either town and explore on foot.

Next door 1 bedroom stone cottage available for rent too. Great opportunity to combine family holidays alongside each other. Own private yard and pet friendly. Message me re booking (The Old Cottage & the shack as a package)

If you should require just one nights accommodation please contact me and we may be able to accommodate your request.







During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage. The holiday home offers a kitchenette and a patio.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchenette, patio and fenced garden
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage and Goolwa Museum
THE SHACK offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Natalie Robinson

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Shack Goolwa North House
Shack Goolwa North
The Shack Goolwa North Goolwa
The Shack Goolwa North Private vacation home
The Shack Goolwa North Private vacation home Goolwa
150860

THE SHACK Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 249 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
A great gem of a stay. Just what we needed, great yard for our dogs. Great to catch afternoon sun at my back and read a book and chill out
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen H., Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and pets delight!
Fantastic location, 1 min drive to Goolwa centre, beach and cafes! Perfect secure yard for pets and loads of space for them to enjoy their stay. Accomodation has all you need for a great stay, clean, spacious and wonderful communication by host. Thank You!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy place
Great bed, great shower, awesome yard for dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic pet friendly
A great location for a few days ago.Our little dog loved it with an enclosed yard.Had everything we needed.Highly recommendHighly rec
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hassan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nat the invisible
Cozy little shack with a rural character , easy access to amenities , 1 minute drive to hindmarsh island bridge and 7 minutes to barrage lake side .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
third time
It was our third stay there within 1 year. We will be back to enjoy the Shack and surroundings again, and so will our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
It was not only an enjoyable break for us but our dog could not believe the amount of fenced garden for her to play in. So wonderful. Everything was perfect for us. Wish we had booked longer. Thanks Nat. A yrue gem
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
Loved the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
BSA club rally stay
The Shack was a great base for our weekend with a group of people staying elsewhere in Goolwa.Place was clean and all we needed. We were out both days and sorry we didn’t get to lounge around the property a bit more. Great affordable place to stay for a restful weekend. I really enjoyed talking to your uncle over the fence Sunday morning Nat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The shack
Comfortable residence and Convenient location .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Lovely relaxing spot, easy to walk to coffee shops and restaurants, lovely spacious yard for our dog
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anne T.

Lovely stay
Plenty of room to spread out, great shower but limited hot water and the bed was really comfortable, but a bit odd go outside to use the toilet! The couch was uncomfortable and dirty and throw smelt doggy and the bedding was highly perfumed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat and peaceful
The shack was a delight - was bright, clean and well equipped - and very dog friendly. Big, well fenced yard and good outdoor furniture too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sharlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was quiet, peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dehane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Delightful property. Clean, clear communication and perfect location. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil
Very restful stay, great walks, puppy friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam D., Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jonny W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Three night stay
Great location, near to town. Nuce shower, comfortable bed and lovely and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micaela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat little bundle!
Lovely little place with a generous yard. Walking distance to town. Clean and tidy. No actual kitchen but all appliances to get the cooking done are provided. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was very comfortable shack, we would stay again
very clean and tidy - I would like to suggest a simple coat stand to hang a few items on - Bunning a simple bamboo one small enough to fit by the window where the stool were. Other than that everything was great Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ms J Gale
Perfect for what I was after, that is, no fuss, relaxing weekend. Ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay again
Note for our host, have tried to email you but have been unable to get through. On arrival Graham went to the toilet and the seat cracked so could you please let me know replacement cost so that I can reimburse you. I am very sorry. minclaregregor@gmail.com Thanks for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Disappointed
Paid for two nights, stayed one night. Nice location and enclosed yard. The place was very clean and the air conditioner (heating) worked well. The toilet is under the main roof, but you’ll need to go outside to enter it. Very unpleasant getting rugged up (and unnerving) if using it in the middle of a cold night. Also, the light globe was broken so, no light in toilet & no spare globe. Old door handle to bathroom came off in our hand so had to repair it with a matchstick to keep the door shut. The bathroom basin tap leaked enough to saturate spare pillows stored in adjacent cupboard. The microwave is on top of the full-size fridge – impossible for shorter people to reach and it is a scolding hazard when removing hot soup/food. Inadequate bench space and power points to use appliances in kitchen. NO SMOKE ALARM. No top sheet on bed and bring spare blankets if you feel the cold. Tired looking and dysfunctional for humans. Your dog will love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024