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The Bach - located at Port Macdonnell

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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 Bach - located at Port Macdonnell

The Bach is a well maintained, centrally located, well equipped, compact yet spacious two bedroom cottage. It is located two streets from the Port MacDonnell foreshore in a position with minimal vehicular traffic, yet easy pedestrian access to the whole of Port MacDonnell.

The Bach is fully fenced, with ample parking for your car and boat. The property is nicely sheltered and wonderfully quiet, even though it is close to everything. A small walk away is the beach, play area, and the boats of the largest rock-lobster fleet in South Australia.

The Bach’s facilities include:
• Bed 1 has a queen size bed and guest wardrobe
• Bed 2 has a queen size bed + set of single bed bunks
• Large kitchen/dinette with comfortable seating for 6
• Separate lounge area with large leather lounge with recliners, large television and DVD and reverse cycle air conditioner.
• Separate laundry with easy, outdoor access to clothesline
• Small, yet functional bathroom and toilet
• Outdoor seating area in nice shaded location, nestled in the front garden, ideal for a quiet sit down to have a coffee and a read
• Private entertainment area at rear with bbq facilities and a jarrah outdoor setting with generous seating for 6 people, fire pit (no firewood supplied but can be purchased from the supermarket)
• Small northern facing elevated deck with seating
• Off street parking for boat and 2-3 cars

What to do while staying at the Bach in Port MacDonnell
The Bach is situated close to a chemist shop, supermarket, hotel, play area, museum and only a short walk to the beach and fully equipped boat ramp. Port MacDonnell’s foreshore has been recently upgraded to beautify the area and make easy, public access to the beach, jetty and the dinosaur trail.

Port MacDonnell is situated in the southern end of the Limestone Coast which is centralised around the Mount Gambier region which has many and varied attractions and facilities. The whole region is rich in history, industry, recreational activities and sight-seeing. While visiting Port MacDonnell, you can partake in the following activities;
• Boating – river (Glenelg River ~25km east), protected waters or offshore
• Recreational Fishing – good line fishing can be experienced either from jetty, breakwater, boat or charter.
• Recreational Lobster Fishing in season
• Food and Wine Trails throughout the Limestone Coast including Penola, Coonawarra, Mount Gambier and Cape Jaffa
• Mount Gambier's Blue Lake and Lakes area,
• Walking Trails throughout the region
• Scuba diving in famous subterranean limestone caves (renowned as some of the best cave diving in Australia)
• Scuba diving at Piccaninnie and Ewens Ponds (if you don't dive, then go for a beautiful walk and enjoy the abundant bird life)
• Dingley Dell, the home of the famous Australian Poet Adam Lindsay Gordon
• Golf – Mount Gambier Golf Course on Attamurra Road, Mount Gambier is the premier golf course in the region (5km northeast of Mount Gambier) yet Port MacDonnell Golf Course can challenge the best golfer when the wind is up
• Sporting facilities throughout the region
• Shopping – Extensive shopping is available in Mount Gambier

Visiting the Tourist Information Office in Port MacDonnell and/or the Lady Nelson Tourist Information Centre in Mount Gambier will make the most of your stay, or check out the info in the Bach. With so many things to do in the Limestone Coast, you’ll wish you could stay longer.

Before you leave the area you will be faced with the choice of which way to go home and what will you have time to visit on the way? If heading to Adelaide, will it be dinosaur bones and Coonawarra wine, or the Big Lobster and the Coorong National Park. Or on your way to Victoria? Will it be Nelson National Park, as it is just along the road from Port MacDonnell, the Glenelg River and the Princess Margaret Rose caves, Portland and the “Great Ocean Road” starts 200km away, in Warrnambool. Or will you head towards Hamilton and the Western Border region of Victoria which offers the Grampians and is stepped in history.

Please note: All food items including tea and coffee to be supplied by the guest. Toiletries not supplied.

Property manager

Graeme Cleves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fully fenced
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
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 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

Property is also known as

The Bach Located At Macdonnell
The Bach - Located at Port Macdonnell Port Macdonnell
The Bach - Located at Port Macdonnell Private vacation home
169737

About the neighborhood

Map
Port Macdonnell, SA

What's nearby

  • Port MacDonnell & District Maritime Museum - 5 min walk
  • Cape Northumberland Lighthouse - 4 min drive
  • Fairy Penguin Colony - 5 min drive
  • Feast's Classic Car Collection and Memorabilia - 5 min drive
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Periwinkles Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parade Fish Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bobs Breakwater Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Bay Pizzaria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bradley Smoker - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bach - located at Port Macdonnell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bach - located at Port Macdonnell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bach - located at Port Macdonnell?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bach - located at Port Macdonnell located?

Situated in Port Macdonnell, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Port Macdonnell Golf Course and Port MacDonnell & District Maritime Museum. Cape Northumberland Lighthouse and Port MacDonnell Lighthouse are also within 2 mi (3 km).

The Bach - located at Port Macdonnell Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Davina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very basic but clean
Property clean and tidy. No frills (no hand soap, tissues, or toilet paper cling wrap etc). Vertical blinds on the main door had panels missing. Half a roll of 1 ply toilet paper supplied no replacement rolls to be found anywhere. Hence having to use paper towel and place in the rubbish bin. Tap water tasted odd, so a suggestion to bring your own drinking water on the website would be appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Annmarie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Looking for a barrell
Fishing trip
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Comfortable. Easy to access and communication timely. Located well for town and district amenities and sights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Melbourne Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
K and L McKenzie
Very clean and very comfortable with everything we needed. In a lovely quiet location just a few minutes from the beach and shops. Very happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Alison & Josh S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location good
Checked in at checkin time of 1pm, house didn't look like been cleaned, beds stripped not made-up. Contacted agent, they had to find out, called us back theyd arrive about 2 30 need an hour to clean. A cleaner turned up at 1.30, said we should have been out at 10am, we said we booked for 2 nights just arrived, she stated was told it was another house she had to clean and wasnt told this this waa for a quick in and out. We left our stuff there and left for a few hours so she could clean. Cleaner was lovely and all our stuff untouched when we came back. A few maintenance issues, eg rail up stairs, glass door handle lock both wobbly,lots of spider webs outside at back and a million mozzies inside when we got there, you could see where everyone has killed them.Good location, nice little place,had what we needed plus had books, dvds, games etc. The day we checked out, that night received emsil stating our rent was in arrears but we had already pre paid. Emailed proof back but received no reply, no apolgy. Wouldn't choose to stay using a real estate agency again, totally disorganised. Price was good though. I hope this review helps to improve services and maintenance because it is a lovely place within walking distance to playgrounds, beach, boat ramp with ample parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable great location.
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable house on a quiet street walking distance from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two night stay
Very nice home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ben K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Me
Really good
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Just the right accommodation to spend the holiday. Location is neatly tucked in the town within walking distance to the nearby amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

SUE-ELLEN D.

Thanks
Great stay as always. Close to family in Port MacDonnell
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara P.

Swings and roundabouts
Superficially very nice, a bit in need of a spring clean and repair maintenance check.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet close to beach and shops, beautiful scenery
Great little beach house close to beautiful beach scenery and local amenities, great communication from Graeme our host,would use again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Accomodation
Awesome spot Very nice house
Stayed 36 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bach
I was travelling with an older lady as a carer We found the BACH very comfortable but maybe hand rails in the bathroom apart from that had everything for an enjoyable stay we felt quite safe and Port MacDonnell is a lovely quiet place loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

George K., Bundoora Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay. Wonderful location
The property was conveniently located in a beautiful and quiet part of Port MacDonnell
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a good property for us to stay in for our fishing trips.
Very clean, comfy … great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

The (simon) L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simon
Very clean and easy access
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Dulcie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little place.& suited our needs perfectly.
It was.easy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach stay
The accomodation at Port Macdonnell is a comfortable and very clean place. It’s an affordable price for the location. 2 blocks from the beach, short walking distance to cafes. Worth driving to Finger Point lookout (gorgeous beach) & fishing at Donovan’s landing. Had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Simple holiday house, clean and well equipped with everything you need in a great location. Perfect for our stay (family of 5, 2 adults and 3 teens).
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
The house was as described, very good layout and comfy beds Would definately stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ashleigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The Bach was situated in a great location - just a couple of street back from the foreshore and a few blocks from the Pub and local Grocer. The home itself was roomy and had a good sized kitchen. When booking, remember that no pantry or toiletries are supplied. We knew this but didn’t think to pack even the most basic items like oil, salt, pepper, foil, cling wrap, washing powder etc. we left a few things behind so I hope the next guests get to enjoy them rather than having to pay excessive prices at the local grocer.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet street
Everything was easy with the property. Bed was very comfortable and there were plenty of extra blankets provided. Inside was clean and comfy. Heater struggled to begin with but once warmed up it was lovely. Outside though felt a little untended but only due to tree litter. Overall I think it’s a great little house, admittedly it could use a little TLC but nothing that makes it uncomfortable. You get what you pay for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
The Bach was clean and tidy and true to description. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022