Charlie Bates Cottage

Description

An original KI settlers home, this gorgeous historic stone cottage is over 100 years old, sitting high on the hill keeping watch over beautiful Hog's Bay.

Magnificent ocean views, attention to detail and wallabies at the doorstep in close proximity to the well serviced township of Penneshaw are all features of Charlie's.

The cottage has been lovingly restored and refurbished and offers attractive, well appointed facilities to the astute traveller. Charlie's has been described by many in the travel industry as one of the best self contained homes on the Island.

A recent extension consisting of a modern fully equipped kitchen, dining area with ocean views, laundry, spacious heated bathroom with separate shower and clawfoot bath have made this unique piece of history a fantastic accommodation choice. Curl up in front of the stunning open fire place, watch the LCD TV, read a book, or enjoy time with your loved ones.

Conveniently located only 4 minutes from the Sealink ferry terminal and a short stroll to the wonderful swimming beach of Hog’s Bay.

Feed the wallabies and spectacular blue wrens on the lawn, try your hand at fishing off the Penneshaw jetty or simply relax on the verandah with your favourite glass of Kangaroo Island wine and watch the sun set over the ocean.

If there's one decision you wont regret this year, Charlie's on KI is it.

All 3 night stays during May 2009 will receive a 4th night free. All stays of 6 nights will receive a 7th night free, all year!!

Why stay in Penneshaw?

A picture book seaside village, Penneshaw is the ideal location for your stay on Kangaroo Island. Superb swimming beaches, stunning scenery, fantastic fishing, abundant wildlife and a well serviced town centre are just some of the attractions Penneshaw has to offer.

Just at the end of the road from Charlie’s, Hog’s Bay Beach is a great place to swim, see dolphins or the occassional seal at play and has excellent grassed BBQ facilities located near the Penguin Information Centre and ferry terminal. The centre is open nightly for tours featuring Penneshaw’s cutest residents, the Little Fairy Penguins. Tammar wallabies roam the streets in the evening, stopping at Charlie's for a munch on the lawn of some fruit.

The Penneshaw Hotel and Sorrento’s Restaurant offer quality meals with ocean views, or after a hard days touring if you don’t feel like cooking or eating out, there are several take away options including a pizza bar and fish and chips.
Pack a picnic and stop at Chapman River on your way back from Cape Willoughby Lighthouse, sample wines and local produce at Sunset and Dudley Wineries or fish for the famed KI King George Whiting on the jetty. What ever your idea of the perfect Kangaroo Island holiday you're sure to find it at Charlie’s in Penneshaw.

With so much to see and do in the Penneshaw area, you could be tempted to never leave, but if you decide to discover everything the Island has to offer, all the Islands attractions are within an easy day’s driving return trip from Charlie’s. To ensure your safety, when planning day trips make sure you allow enough time to return home before dusk, as this when many of the Island’s wildlife species become active.

Recent comments from our guest book

Boy Oh Boy! What a fabulous cottage, fabulous location, fabulous town, fabulous island! I have loved every single second of my stay. Really don't want to leave Australia. My daughter is emmigrating next year so hopefully I can return many more times. Thank you so much for letting me share the joys of this truly beautiful home and setting Mary x

"The cottage " is lovely - a home away from home. We enjoyed the open fire as it was chilly at night. The wallabies are so tame - my husband was hand feeding them! I enjoyed sitting at the dining table with a cuppa and looking out at the ocean views - very relaxing. Its twenty years since we visited KI and there are a lot of changes - the roads are now excellent! Thanks for an enjoyable stay, Les and Cheryl Hargrove Senton, SA

Thanks so much for preparing such a wonderful cottage - it was so much more than we expected! Wallabies in the yard, and fairy penguins down the road - what a treat Alison Wjite and Bikran Ghimire

What a lovely cottage. We were all very much astounded by the cosiness of it. The surroundings very much enjoyable. K.I. was magnificent. We enjoyed travelling around and exploring. The "Admiral Arch" was the highlight. Thanks for a memoral stay, Rae, Nic and Carolyn

We loved our stay at the cottage, everything has been thought of and it is very tastefully decorated. We will be back!!! Phillip Family 2008

We had a relaxing stay at Charlie Bates Cottage and a great time exploring KI. The girls loved feeding the wallabies at night. the whole family loved spending the day at Chapmans River and visiting the seals. The cottage has a fantastic warm, cosy feel. Thanks for sharing! Hope to be back again soon!! Barbaro Family 2008

Great spot to relax, unwind and enjoy, animals are fantastic and regulars. Cottage has all we desired and more. We have travelled throughout the island and enjoyed it thoroughly. Only hope it does not change to much in the future!!! Parry and Marg Brown, 2008

A fantastic break from the city, the cottage is just perfect and the wallabies are again looked after well!!! See you again soon. Steve and Chrissy 2008

We enjoyed our stay at the Charlie Bates Cottage. My mom and inlaws found it very homely and were tickled at having a working fireplace everynight. Thanks for opening the house for us and hope to see you again soon. Kumar Family, 2008

The cottage is much more than we expected. We had a great time and enjoyed the cosy feel about the place. The serenity and tranquility is quite amazing. Also was very well organised with everything we needed. Thanks for an outstanding stay. Daniel and Stacey 2008xoxox

What a lovely birthday surprise from my husband and family. The cottage is absolutely lovely, and well appointed, did not want for anything. Really enjoyed the open fire. Toured your breathtaking island- NTH, STH, EST ,WST food good at the pub, thanks muchly
Marg and Bob Stewart

Thanks for a beautiful stay! The cottage is fantastic - what a find! Kassim and Jasmin Dinno

A last minute arrangement that did not disappoint. The cottage is picturesque and has everything that might be desired, including a big, comfortable bed and cosy fireplace. KI is a delight - but where is all that wonderful food?Coq Murrell and Paul Westwood

The Dunning Family had a wonderful Christmas adventure and loved staying in Charlie Bates Cottage

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