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

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Terrace/patio
On the beach
On the beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Vivonne Bay, SA
  • Vivonne Bay Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Vivonne Bay Conservation Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Snelling Beach
    ‪84 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
Kangastay Vivonne Bay Beside Harriet River Kangaroo Island
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Kangastay on Vivonne Bay beside the Harriet River on Kangaroo Island. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Great location.

We enjoyed our stay at Kangastay. Great location to everything on the island.Ros was quick to respond to enquiries.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely 3 days

My husband and I wanted to spend some time in Vivonne Bay as we had not stayed since the fires. Kangastay was perfect for us - very comfortable and we loved the evening visits from the wallabies and the resident possums. Our son in law and grandson decided to join us and Ros was very helpful with this change. Hope it rains for you all soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for us

Clean, Tidy, Good amenities. Great location. Kanga Stay was a great spot to start the day off from and was perfect to wind down. Kids loved learning to fish in the river too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location!

Kangastay is located within short driving distances from Kangaroo Islands attractions.The house is in a lovely peaceful natural setting including visits from local wildlife.It provides all the amenities needed for a short or long stay.Highly Recommend for a family holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
With a family of 4, including 2 teenagers, its not always wast for everyone to love wverything about a place. But at kangastay, EVERYONE LOVED IT!! The vibe from the moment you park is one of relaxation and senerity, and the kids loved the committment to sustainability through composting. Many visitors before us left a pantry stocked with so many spices, etc. You can read all about how others liked it in the guest book left by the host for us to conteibute to. We all slept brilliantly and our nighly visits from 2 local wallabies was an absolute treat! Theres also a koala across the road that comes out at night too and we all enjoyed seeing him. The proximity to the grneral store in Vivonne Bay was a 1 minute drive and the Vivinne Bay veach is extraordinay, with sand as fine and soft as sugar. This will be a go to for us for our trips to KI. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 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