Strathalbyn Vacation house rental with internet access, walking, fireplace and TV

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  • House
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 nights min stay
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  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 64 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car essential
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

Broken Gum Country Eco Retreat is a unique and restful Bed and Breakfast holiday accommodation. If you're looking for time out to recuperate, a family holiday or just to get away from the hum drum of city life, then Broken Gum is the perfect place for you.

Nestled in country South Australia, just 50 minutes east of the Adelaide city centre, and on 150 acres of rolling tree studded countryside is our beautiful 3 bedroom, limestone and recycled timber, loft homestead, fully self contained with stand alone solar power and triple filtered rainwater. The open plan downstairs kitchen, dining and relaxation area, boasts a slow combustion, plus wood stove, great for cooking delicious meals in winter and providing piping hot water. The LP gas stove is good for cooking during the summer months. Upstairs is a beautiful open area for relaxing and enjoying spectacular views. This area can also sleep an extra 2 people.

Individuals, families and groups love this property. Kids delight in collecting eggs from free range chickens. A favourite pastime is spotting kangaroos and a variety of lizards, ranging from the tiny painted gecko to the larger goanna. The birdlife is spectacular, from the tiny spotted finch and blue wrens right through to the majestic wedge tailed eagle. The campfire setting is perfect for sharing stories, toasting marshmallows and star gazing on still clear nights. 20 acres of virgin scrub houses some of the rarest native orchids in the region and is a delight to wildflower enthusiasts in the springtime. Kangaroos can often be seen bouncing through this delightful area.

The property also houses South Australia's first Carbon Neutral Canopy Project of 14,000 eucalypts, acacia, melaleuca and other native species.

There are stunning panoramic views of Mount Barker and Lake Alexandrina, plus breathtaking sunrises, sunsets and moon rises.

For a change of pace, DVD player, a collection of CDs and DVDs, TV, ipod docker and radio plus internet access is available on request.

All in all, a unique and restful holiday accommodation awaits you. We know you will love your stay and will want to return again and again.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • Bedroom 2: Full bed Twin bed
  • Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds
  • Beds in other rooms: Sofa beds
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Climbing frame
  • Swing set
  • BBQ
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Interaction with guest

As our guest you will have the whole cottage to yourself. The door will be unlocked on your arrival so you just move in and make yourself at home. Outside dogs only are permitted. We leave our guests alone to enjoy their break but am happy to show guests around the property or share local interests and places to visit.
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 14:00 Check out: 11:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

Guests can have upto 8 daytime only visitors, but events and parties are not allowed.
Dogs are to be kept outside only.

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About the owner

Norma O.
Calendar last updated:
19 Apr 2024

Years listed:
11

Based in:
Australia
Languages spoken: English
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carlahuppatz

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Sep 2016

What a beautiful, beautiful place! Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, but close enough to enjoy it. Loved the warmth and homely feel. Will definitely stay again

21 Sep 2016

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If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Norma the owner's contact details or send them a message.

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Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Norma (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

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Why can't I call Norma (the owner) before booking?

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If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage my booking.

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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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How can I retract my booking request?

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How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Norma (the owner) a message.

If Norma (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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