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Kangastay on Vivonne Bay beside the Harriet River on Kangaroo Island.

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On the beach
Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Vivonne Bay, SA
  • Vivonne Bay Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Vivonne Bay Conservation Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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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.

Kangastay on Vivonne Bay beside the Harriet River on Kangaroo Island.

Located in bushland next to the tranquil waters of the Harriet River. Holiday games, Television, DVD (CDs, DVD movies and cartoons are provided), radio/CD player. Wi fi free.
Open kitchen and dining area with microwave, gas stove and oven. Pantry cupboard with basics.
Very effective reverse cycle air-con. Cool in summer, warm in winter. Bathroom includes hairdryer and has an extra electric heater for winter. Back verandah has an additional laundry with tub (no Machine), and second toilet wash area.
Covered back patio area with 4 burner gas BBQ for easy cooking and a large outdoor setting.
Front veranda fenced so children can be secure at the front with two outdoor settings. Sleeps up to 6 people with linen included (A family, or 3 couples) 1 king size bed, 2 king single beds and 2 single beds. (2 toilets).
Undercover parking for one car available, space for 3 cars if needed.

Tourist Attractions include beautiful Vivonne Bay and the Harriet River. Only 30 mins from Seal Bay and Raptor Domain, and 40 mins to Flinders Chase (Admiral Arch and Remarkable Rocks.

Vivonne Bay has one General Store (that sells everything)!
It is 40 minutes drive to Kingscote. A car is needed on the Island to access the tourist sights. Kangastay is close to Seal Bay, Admiral Arch, The Remarkables, Hanson Bay Koala sanctuary. Little Sahara, Raptor Domain, KI Outdoor Centre, Parndana Wildlife Park, Kelly Hill Caves and Point Ellen headland.
Visit the beautiful "Rustic Blue" gallery for a browse and cuppa.

There are tourist maps, booklets and information supplied at the house.

Local Attractions are numerous. The house provides a comfortable 'home' to relax after travels and sight seeing.

It is possible to explore many wonderful walks from the house. We have a tame possum and there are many of Kangaroo Island's birds, koalas, wallabies, kangaroos and echidnas in the surrounding bushland.

There is boating (canoes can be hired locally), swimming, snorkeling, surfing and fishing.

The Harriet river is suitable for swimming and boating. (See the photos on the Vivonne Bay local knowledge page). Safe beach areas, snorkelling, surfing.

The river also provides good fishing for bream, and tommy rough right at the front door (40m). Vivonne Bay provides surf and jetty fishing for whiting, salmon, mullet and many other species.

Just across the river from the house is a well equipped Outdoor centre with surfboards, canoe hire and quad bike tours etc.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Vivonne Bay Beach. Features include 1 hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Vivonne Bay Beach and 10 minutes from Vivonne Bay Conservation Park
Kangastay on Vivonne Bay beside the Harriet River on Kangaroo Island. offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Ros Brady

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: If necessary only smoke away from the house please

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,184 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets as native animals come into the grounds

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Cot and High chair provided. Fence and gate.

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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Note from host: Be mindful of neighbours please.
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 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.

Property is also known as

Kangastay Vivonne Bay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island House
Kangastay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island House
Kangastay Vivonne Bay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island
Kangastay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island
Kangastay Vivonne Bay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island House
Kangastay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island House
Kangastay Vivonne Bay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island
Kangastay Vivonne Bay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island House
Kangastay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island House
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Kangastay on Vivonne Bay beside the Harriet River on Kangaroo Island. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 164 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beverley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hideaway
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julia S.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Our son came over from England- surfer - so there was plenty to find. Hubby loves to fish so the jetty was close by. I love birds so there was plenty to see and the Raptor Domain was close to visit. So we were all satisfied and great BBQs at night together with a family movie before crashing. Overall a good family reconnection in a comfortable home. PS I put the 80 in the fruit bowl on the table.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Beach Getaway
Fabulous location. Kept cool despite the 39 degrees outside temperature!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kangastay is great
Perfectly located for all ends of the island. We had koalas in the trees, geckos and wallabies on the ground, the beach a stone’s throw away. Everything you need for a family getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane m.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature's wonderland
Wonderful place to stay within walking distance to Australia's best beach and Harriet river just across the road. Great base to visit other attractions such as Seal Bay, Little Sahara, Finder's Chase and Stokes Bay. However, spent alot of our time at Vivonne Beach which is just magic. The whiting burger at the general store is definitely worth a try. Loved the homely accommodation, ideal for families with children. Thanks for sharing your lovely home and making Kangaroo Island accessible for visitors. Definitely would recommend and hopefully visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location and facilities
was close to all the attractions we wanted to visit, which was important as we were only there for 2 days (which was not enough time) would stay there again for a longer time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kangastay in Vivonne Bay
What a special place Kangaroo Island is, and we were so lucky to stay at Ros’s place. It was quiet and perfect for our needs. We could walk to the beach, we visited the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, Admirals Arch, and Remarkable Rocks. We had the fantastic whiting burger at the general store. We saw seals, sea lions, koalas, kangaroos, cockatoos, horses, and our own wallaby at the house. The ferry trip was so easy. This trip is a must, and Kangastay is the perfect accommodation!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was very clean and comfortable well situated near a local shop and a beautiful beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

marian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfey and homely a little quirky plenty of room. Outdoor paths snd steps could be a little arkward if a little unstable on feet . But we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saskia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
KI
Great house, has everything you need. Comfy bed, lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Position
We could not have been in a better position for a holiday, especially with two young boys. The home is clean and comfortable with plenty of room for a family of five. The bonus was the river across the road. Great Stay would definately recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Kangaroo Island
Clean and tidy lodge. Host was always friendly, relaxed and helpful in communications.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort plus
Comfortable and clean. Lots of activities supplied. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home
The holiday house is like a home with everything we need! Nice location right beside the river and with walking distance to the beach; in the middle of the KI, not too far from all the major attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and amazing location
Our family of 4 stayed for 2 nights and loved staying at Kangastay. Relaxing and very homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris Nayler

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant Stay at Brilliant Property
We loved our stay in this fantastic property. Really appreciated all the advice from Ros in the information sent out, loved seeing the possum on the verandah and wallabies in the garden every evening. Located near one of the most beautiful beaches ever. Worth taking Ros’ advice and bringing supplies from mainland as the local shop has limited choice Though we tried twice we never managed to see the penguins !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Easter Holiday
Absolutely loved our stay, great location, so close to the beach. so easy to find and was clean. Great communication. Already booked another holiday to come back. Looking forward to it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jörg W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
All we needed for out stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing retreat
An enjoyable little beach house that is very well equipped and in a central location from which to explore the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we wanted
Loved stay at KangaStay and would definitely recommend it to friends. Quiet and secluded. Minutes from a beautiful beach Comfortable, lots of books and games, well stocked pantry, good BBQ, help when needed. What else would you want?
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy Vivonne Bay house
Very neat and tidy home with plenty of room to spread out. We loved hanging out on both the front and back deck. Plenty of reading material, DVD player and CD player for entertainment. The beds were comfy, and the bathroom nice and clean. The second toilet in the laundry room was great for when the main bathroom was being used. The instructions for the property and the checkin/checkout procedures was clear and easy to follow. Overall a great experience on Kangaroo Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy island shack
Very well appointed house in Vivonne bay. Plenty of room to spread out with front and back balconies. Beds were comfy and the bathroom clean with nice warm shower. We enjoyed our stay and was a great spot to visit other parts of the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
Enjoyed our stay. It was clean, had a stocked pantry and a short stroll to the river. Managed to catch ourselves a couple of squid from the jetty, unfortunately couldn't walk there as it is about a 10 minute drive away. Overall we all had a great time
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024