Located in Port Hughes, this guesthouse is in a rural area and near the beach. Miner's Cottage and Moonta Mines Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Moonta Bay Water Park and Moonta Mines Railway and Museum. With snorkelling, windsurfing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10.
We welcome you to our holiday home, not as guests but as our friends, so please just sit back and relax, respectfully enjoying this holiday house as it was your own.
Property Details
A contemporary take on the "Beach House" with 4 bedrooms comprising of x2 QBs, x1 DB and x4 single bunks designed to accommodate up to 10 people with all the mod-cons and added luxuries expected in a modern beach property.
You will find two indoor living areas, both with large plasma TVs and split system air conditioning.
Upstairs is the main living room with a large leather sofa plus some bean bags to lounge on, Blu-Ray/DVD & CD players connected to a full home theatre system, our kitchen & dining (x8), Master Bedroom plus a separate toilet. Both the master bedroom and upstairs living area have access to the large hardwood deck (more info below)
Downstairs has a second air-conditioned living area with board games for the kids (and adults), PS2, a selection of books, a 2nd Blu-ray system and plasma TV.
The ground floor also has another x3 bedrooms (x1 QB, x1 DB & x4 singles in bunks (not suitable for adults) plus the family bathroom with both bath and shower facilities. You will also find a separate laundry (located in a cupboard) with a washing machine, dryer, iron etc.
You also have the option of two covered outdoor entertaining areas so you can choose to either sit outside (table for eight) on the large hardwood deck with full use of our Weber Q BBQ with partial views of the beautiful Cape Elizabeth or you can enjoy the privacy of the fully enclosed garden to the rear of the house.
Although we provide pillows, duvets & tea towels, at the time of booking you can choose (for a nominal fee) to include our full linen service which includes all duvet covers, pillowcases, bath towels, mats & face washers etc.
Locality Port Hughes is a popular tourist destination, with attractions including a Greg Norman designed links style golf course (9 holes presently), the beautiful beach of Cape Elizabeth (approx. 2.5 miles long stretch of beautiful soft sand), the ever-popular jetty, NEW boat ramp, tavern and general store.
The beach is regarded safe for swimming as it's protected by Cape Elizabeth with no sudden drop offs. This together with the beautiful scenery and local attractions draws many families on vacation from Adelaide and surrounding areas, generally no more than 2 hours’ drive.
Fishing is a very popular pastime in the area with the choice of many "hot spots" in and around Port Hughes and Moonta Bay, whether off the beach or jetty for King George Whiting, Flathead, Squid or Tommies or further out to sea for our famous King George Whiting. If you don't have your own boat, there are plenty of local charters available for hire.
The Port Hughes general store offers a bit of everything. Less than five minutes away, this is a great place to go for basic provisions, fishing supplies as well as a servo. The cafe in the General Store is also excellent for a quick lunch, be warned, their hot chips are very addictive!
The local tavern offers excellent value for money pub meals with a front bar with the TAB which also doubles as a bottle shop. Port Hughes also has a very popular bistro "The Deck" within The Dunes complex, overlooking stunning Cape Elizabeth and the Greg Norman designed golf course.
The house is only 5 minutes away from Moonta which has a large supermarket Drakes, banking, newsagents, several pubs and local shops, including some excellent antiques shops. Kadina, a large bustling town, is the principal township of the "Copper Coast" area and is only 20 minutes’ drive away.
Port Hughes is well placed on the Yorke Peninsula for visiting its many attractions including stunning Marion Bay and Innes National Park.
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for kids but we don't have a stair gate.
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Frequently asked questions
Is St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10.?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10. on 6 June 2026 start from AU$264, 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 St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10.?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10. located?
This family-friendly Port Hughes guesthouse is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Port Hughes Waterfront Park, Simms Cove and Port Hughes Boat Ramp. Copperclub Golf Course and Port Hughes Jetty are also within 1 mile (2 km).
St Ives at Pt Hughes - A contemporary take on the "Beach House" for up to x10. Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A true home away from home. Great facilities, comfortable throughout, and excellent communication from the owners. We had a wonderful week in Port Hughes and would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.
We booked this places as a school holiday getaway for our kids and they loved it. We live in Adelaide so the road trip added to the fun. Beautiful place to stay at!
Fantastic home, everything you need to unwind and relax from 2days - 2 weeks
Amazing home, close to everything you need, well maintained, owners are very helpful and responsive. We would recommend this property to anyone looking for a get away
We had a lovely long weekend stay with a group of friends. Very friendly owner. Golf course within walking distance was a bonus, the house is lovely however a little TLC required on the property & would suggest updating the bed linen.
It is a well thought out and set out holiday house. We had a small glitch when we got there. We had paid for linen service and linen had not been provided but property owners responded straight away to my email and phone call and rectified. From then on we enjoyed our stay. Would love to stay again but longer.
Well appointed and equipped property. Could have been a little cleaner but nothing major. Doona covers would have been nice but again not major.
Thank you for having us 😊
Another great family stay in Port Hughes. House is lovely and spacious with everything you could need. Amazing views from the balcony to enjoy a wine at the end of a beach day.
Sadly, the BBQ was not cleaned for the second year in a row, not sure if this was previous tenants or not but we couldn't use it. One of the downstairs bedrooms could use a new bed/mattress too.
We will be back! Thank you Matthew & Joanna
Fantastic holiday home. Diffintly will go back. However it has a terrible linen policy.
Wonderful property with horrible linen policy. We where very happy to pay for linen.if thats the way you run business.. we expect beds made sine we paid for it in advance.
Arriving late night with half sleepy kids, finding wrong covers on wrong bed's , trying to make the bed's and settle crying kids at the same time was not my idea of how I should start a holiday.. please consider this and change the policy.
Otherwise it's a wonderful place to stay.
Perfect for two young families. Great shady outdoor space for little ones to play, and only a short walk to the beach.
The property could have been cleaned a little better - there was dust and toys under furniture. This didn’t actually bother us though - the bathrooms were very clean and that matters more. The kitchen is lovely and very functional but while some miscellaneous leftovers in the pantry, there wasn’t a good supply of staples available (I.e salt, pepper, oil etc).
We stayed with three kids under 3 and so appreciated the high chair and cot that were supplied. A baby gate would have been handy though.
The AC worked well and the deck upstairs was lovely.
Would recommend for families or multiple couples.
We had a lovely time at Matt’s place. He was very responsive to messages and really seems guest focused. We really liked the house and location. Lots of space and ideal for a large family.
The only negative is that the property wasn’t well cleaned when we arrived. But Matt was very apologetic and hopefully that was a one off.
This house is the perfect holiday rental. The house is beautiful with lots of little homely touches making it feel very inviting and comfortable. The owners are very accommodating and their service has been amazing, making the whole process so easy. Thank you for such a lively stay.
We had a great time during our stay. The house is very nice and clean and the surroundings very pleasant. It is very big to accommodate our families. Matthew was very prompt to all my queries and concerns. It is near the beach so kids enjoy swimming while adults enjoy crabbing and squiding.
Fleurdeliza D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
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