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Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’

Family-friendly cottage in Goolwa

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Step into Mariner's Cottage, a charming stone cottage in the heart of Goolwa's Little Scotland. Unwind with Netflix and a complimentary bottle of wine in the private leafy garden or explore the nearby wharf, restaurants and Sunday markets. The backyard is perfect for family games or outdoor showers after a day at Goolwa Beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’

MARINERS' COTTAGE- circa 1866 - TAKE A STEP BACK IN HISTORY ( With 21st Century comforts!) IN ONE OF THE ORIGINAL COTTAGES OF THE GOOLWA AREA... This beautiful stone cottage is pet friendly and is located in what is known as Little Scotland in the Goolwa community. Located in a quiet one way street, Mariner's Cottage offers a quiet retreat to relax with the township and wharf only a short walk away, this location offers the best of both worlds. ***Free Wifi and Netflix provided for guests The Goolwa Oval is located at the end of the street- Great for families! The back yard is a private, leafy, fully secure area and is large enough for a game of back yard cricket. A great area for all the family to enjoy. 1 x Queen size bed, 1 x queen bed, 1 x single bed .Pillows and doonas are supplied . Complimentary bed and bath linen. . Maximum capacity is four guests. Tea towels and bath mats are supplied. Reverse Cycle ( Heating and Cooling) SPLIT SYSTEM AIR-CONDITIONING as well as a GAS LOG FIRE and uniquely an heated outdoor shower is on offer to enjoy . Sit back, relax and enjoy the complimentary wine in the leafy green rear garden! Only a moment's walk to Hector's Restaurant on the wharf and the Whistle -stop Café as well as the Sunday markets at the Goolwa Wharf . It's only a short drive to the wineries at Currency Creek and to the beautiful coastal towns of Port Elliot, Middleton and Victor Harbor. Activities in and around Goolwa include swimming in the beautiful Goolwa Beach and hiring jet- skis and kayaks to enjoy on the Murray River. You can also go for a bike ride, jump on the Steamboat Oscar W or hop on the Coorong Cruise boat and visit the Murray Mouth and much more. Picnic basket, table tennis table , dart board, board games, DVDs and boogie boards available for guests of Mariner's Cottage. Enjoy the convenience of a cold or hot outdoor shower after a day at the beach! Other things to note... Complimentary coffee, tea, sugar and sweeteners are provided for our guests as well as body wash, shampoo and conditioner. Music/ entertainment : *Wifi and Netflix *CD player *Two DVD players and an extensive DVD collection * Board games, chess, noughts & crosses, table tennis, tennis racquets , cricket equipment, darts and toys.

Bedrooms- 2 x queen beds, 1 x single bed
Pillows and doonas are supplied.
Bed and bath linen provided for guests.

Kitchen - Dishwasher, microwave oven , air-fryer, coffee pod machine

Bathroom- Large walk in shower with twin rain shower head

Laundry- washing machine and dryer including pegs and washing basket

AND…

A complimentary bottle of wine

Outdoor shower with hot water

NETFLIX, dart board, table tennis , assorted balls and rackets , board games ,DVDs and boogie boards available for our guests.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside the cottage

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: Pets are not permitted on any furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the cottage

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
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Goolwa, SA

What's nearby

  • Artworx Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Steam Exchange Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Goolwa Motor Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 5 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salt - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thai Days - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’ located?

This family-friendly Goolwa cottage is located by the sea, just steps from Artworx Gallery and Goolwa Museum. Goolwa Wharf Markets and Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage are also within 10 minutes. Goolwa Station is only a 5-minute walk.

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Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’ Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway location, comfortable accommodation within walking distance of Goolwa’s highlights
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and cozy

Property very comfortable and clean, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous cottage

Lovely cottage with a great backyard for the fur babies. The cottage had everything we needed - highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy getaway weekend in Goolwa

We took our dog and he enjoyed the garden and sime long walks along the waterfront. Well positioned for activities or simply to chill out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Helen F.

Relaxing stay in a great location

Cozy little cottage with lots of nice touches like board games, dog bowls and lap rugs. Fantastic location with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Frederic B., Seacombe Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy stay in Goolwa

Beautiful cottage. Very cosy, ideally located. Very well furnished and equipped. Will definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent short break cosy cottage

The hosts were helpful, the cottage is warm and cosy for a winter break and convenient to attractions. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kym T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interesting lovely cottage

As above, great location. Great for dog, incredibly clean, wonderful small touches for everything provided
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

sharon o.

Great location

Great location but need more comfortable seating in lounge

10/10 Excellent

Trish A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goolwa historic cottage

The cottage was beautifully fitted out with everything we could need on a short stay, including Netflix and pod coffee maker. The garden was a real treat and made our dog fee right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

susan p.

Excellent property

We loved our stay. Everything was perfect and so comfortable. We would definitely come back again.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Lovely little cottage. Has everything you could possibly need. Loved the fireplace. In a great location, walking distance to mostly everything. We enjoyed our stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful cottage full of history and charm

Nothing to do but enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mariners Cottage

Quaint little cottage.Quiet area.Shady garden.Walking distance to Main Street, Tourist train and Paddle boat wharf.Relaxing place to stay with your dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rikki P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage stay

Very satisfied with the cottage overall. Comfortable bed, enough space, beaut gas log fire. Felt like the owners know what customers want & need. Great that it is pet friendly 😁🐕
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little house

Absolutely lovely place to stay everything is there for you. All you need to buy is food to eat. It's close to everything. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Cozy restful getaway with friends. Very close to lovely spots within walking distance to all. Beautifully presented and well appointed.I would definitely book again .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute gem, so warm and inviting and comfortable, perfect.

The beds were warm and comfortable. The kitchen, bathroom and lounge were comfy, clean, and the owners left us a little welcome gift which was so thoughtful. They communicated well with us and we thought the property and our whole experience was perfect. So thankful to have stayed there, would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mariners cottage

Cute, comfortable and very well equipped. Minnie our Scotty loved the enclosed back garden too
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goolwa holiday

Enjoyed the stay but not happy to be hassled for a review.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARISE T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mariners cutie

We had a lovely stay in this cute wee cottage, every convenience was available for our use. It is situated in a very handy location, within a nice easy stroll to town. The garden was peaceful and pretty to sit in. We would happuly stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Attention to Detail

The cottage location is spot on for walking trips to the shops, local cafes and the wharf. The cottage itself has been beautifully restored with many original features to add to its charms. The attention to detail is what makes it stand out though, with lots of special touches to make your visit comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Goolwa house

We enjoyed staying at the Mariner's Cottage. The house has lots of old character, but has been nicely renovated and styled beautifully. We were very comfortable here and enjoyed the spacious backyard, boogie boards, table tennis, outdoor shower and comfy beds. It's on a nice quiet street, while only a quick walk to the cafes and restaurants of Goolwa, and a short drive to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Trish P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

warm and cosy

Went with my little labradoodle and two friends and we had a warm and cosy time. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An absolute delight!

An absolutely delightful cottage with everything we could possibly need. Lovely garden with room for 2 boys to kick a footy, play table tennis and just chill! Everything close and loved that boogie boards were supplied! Thank you for a fabulous stay!! Highly recommend !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023