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The WineMaker's Cottage

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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Whites Valley, SA

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The WineMaker's Cottage

Situated on 20 acres in the wine region of Willunga, The WineMaker’s Cottage is the perfect place for you and your partner, two couples or a family of four. Surrounded by vineyards, it is just a five minute drive to the historic township of Willunga, ten minutes to the renowned wine area of McLaren Vale, or a ten minute drive to some of the best beaches in Australia, making The WineMaker’s Cottage the perfect location for your stay.

Comprising a living and dining area, kitchenette, bathroom and two bedrooms, the main with a king bed and the second with a queen, The WineMaker’s Cottage has rustic charm with a modern twist. There is also a verandah area with a BBQ and seating. You will also receive a complimentary bottle of wine from the region, a fresh loaf of bread, chocolates, milk and of course tea, coffee and butter on arrival.

You will be spoilt for choice with all the wineries, restaurants, pubs and beaches on your doorstep. There is also the Willunga Farmer’s Market held every Saturday morning, which is a must. In January the Tour Down Under runs right past the end of our road, and just a short drive away in McLaren Vale and surrounding areas there are many other events throughout year, including A Day on the Green and the Sea & Vines Festival. However, if you are just looking for somewhere to get away and relax, you’ll have everything at hand to just kick back and take it easy.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Adelaide

Whites Valley, a neighbourhood in Adelaide, is home to this holiday home. Willunga Slate Museum and Fleurieu Arthouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Willunga Golf Course and Penny's Hill Winery.
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Whites Valley, SA

Getting around

  • Seaford Station - 14 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alma Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dawn Patrol Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Goodness Coffee Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Little Rickshaw - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Willunga - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The WineMaker's Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The WineMaker's Cottage?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The WineMaker's Cottage on 20 Sept 2025 start from AU$220, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The WineMaker's Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The WineMaker's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The WineMaker's Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The WineMaker's Cottage located?

Located in Whites Valley, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Willunga Farmers Market, Willunga Slate Museum and Willunga Golf Course. Penny's Hill Winery and Aldinga Airfield are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kerri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet accommodation with lovely views of vineyards and hills. Very good location for exploring the McLaren Vale region.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Great Stay

Great little two bedroom accomodation, the hosts are lovely and we received a generous welcome package. The place is clean and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Lovely quite spot and close to great vineyards

My mother and I had a lovely 4 night stay. Nicely furnished, clean and comfortable. It is a lovely setting and close to some many things. Just a short drive to almost anywhere that matters
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

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

Perfect Location

My sister and brother in-law came down from Sydney for the October Long Weekend, and with them being wine lovers, the location was very important so as to maximise everything that the Fleurieu had to offer. This property was exactly where we needed to be! 2 minutes out of Willunga and 15 minutes from McLaren Vale, every winery was definitely within reach. Rhiannon was the perfect host, and the communication was prompt. Nothing was too difficult, especially when we were running a bit late from enjoying the Willunga markets, Rhiannon had no issues, and just left the house open for us to come as we pleased. The accommodation itself was very clean with everything that we needed. The complementary wine and sour dough were a great touch, and came in handy for a ploughman's tea after a big day of wine tasting and a long lunch. Thanks very much Rhiannon for allowing us to visit your beautiful property and for your welcoming hospitality, we will definitely visit again and have no hesitation in recommending to family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah A.

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

Great place to stay!

Excellent little cottage with all the necessities. A quiet and lovely spot nestled in the vines.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna Y.

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

Beautiful getaway

We loved our stay! Accommodation was so lovely cosy. Our host had all we needed and was very clean. 5 start ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Don't judge the book by its cover!

Delightful cottage that had everything we needed for our weekend in the Willunga - McLaren Vale region. Comfortable and serene whether inside or sitting under the verandah. And so close to everything we did. We had a wonderful weekend and would love to do it again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ASTRID U.

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

A great weekend

The property was clean and comfortable with ample supplies of local goods. It is quiet and located in lovely surroundings and close to the many wineries or any events in the Willunga area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUE C.

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

Great spot for a quiet getaway

The cottage is beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. Everything you need for a few days of get away and so close to the wonderful Southern Vale’s wine region.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Janie T.

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

Lovely Homette for short stay

Lovely location
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence H.

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

Beautiful quiet stay

The facilities were clean and lovely, had a very farmhouse feel but was close to everything
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

Relaxing weekend

A lovely, well maintained, comfortable and clean place to stay. The surrounding landscape is spectacular and there are plenty of things to do around the area, including fantastic beaches. It's a beautiful spot to stay and the owners provide a lot of helpful information too. Highly recommend this to others.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

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

Wonderful little cottage

Will 100% be back! Loved our stay here at the winemakers cottage. Great location amongst the vines.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville H.

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

Quiet and relaxing

Clean and cosy with a nice relaxed feel. Ideal for a quiet base to explore the area. Views over vineyard to hills. Easy access to beach or wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant H.

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

Comfortable compact spot

Good location clean and comfortable spot for weekend stay and visiting nearby wineries and markets
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi U.

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

Relaxing stay

We had a wonderful time at the winemakers cottage. We had everything we needed for our stay, the house was clean and modern and Rhiannon responded promptly to our messages. The food provided on arrival was a nice touch. We would love to stay here again one day as we really enjoyed the location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

Gorgeous getaway!

We loved our stay at this special little cottage. It was exceptionally clean and we were left a lovely welcoming package. The bedrooms felt so luxurious and we loved the view of the vines from the lounge area. We visited the Willunga markets on Saturday morning and had a late lunch at Ekhidna in McLaren Vale. We loved that the property was quiet but still close to both Willunga and McLaren Vale. Highly recommend this property.
Verified

8/10 Good

Caitlin B.

Relaxing quiet location, but close to everything

Lovely place, stocked kindly with some provisions and with helpful suggestions to explore the McLaren Vale region
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Shaun B.

It was very welcoming and we felt right at home

It was very welcoming and we felt right at home. We had a great few nights Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Delightful cottage in the heart of the Mclaren Vale and nestled amongst the vines.

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is a perfect size for 2 couples and is well appointed​ with modern finishes. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jade G.

Lovely accommodation

A great place to stay and relax! Such a cute little cottage, modern and clean. Great facilities and a lovely welcome pack of local food and wine is a nice touch. We stayed here for our wedding weekend and it was a fab place for us girls to get ready and have photos! We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shavaun J.

Clean, Neat, Gorgeous!

We had a lovely stay at Rhiannon's Cottage! The place feels new, is styled to perfection and is lovely and clean! We stayed with another couple and there was plenty of room for us all! It was a fabulous base for our weekend spent visiting wineries and wedding - secluded amoungst the vines..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Darren D.

Lovely stay

This property has a lovely position in the vineyards and the owners have done a fantastic job to create a private space for guests to enjoy. We found it a bit of a squeeze for 4 adults, but for 2 it would be perfect, and we'd definitely love to return on that basis. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna R.

Clean Modern Accomodation

Stay was enjoyable and cottage was clean and comfortable. Unfortunately there was no Wi-Fi, no wardrobe, minimal breakfast provisions and instant coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Beautiful little cottage nestled in the vineyard

I was amazed at how beautiful the winemakers cottage was. It had a beautiful cosy feel to the place. The host Rhiannon was absolutely amazing in welcoming me & was given complimentary wine, bread & chocolate. The location was beautiful, the house has a modern look to it & was close to beach I absolutely loved it there & will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

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