Apartment

Adventures at Sue's Retreat .......

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Room
Living area
Living area
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mount Gambier, SA
  • Mount Gambier Central
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Blue Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Blue Lake Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Adventures at Sue's Retreat .......

Located in a peaceful, leafy neighborhood, our spacious open-plan studio apartment has two balconies that gives guests lovely, expansive city and countryside views.

Having gate access to the wooded reserve, the apartment is ideally suited to nature lovers. We are within easy walking distance to our magnificent Blue Lake and crater lake area.

Please note: Breakfast is no longer available.

Property manager

Sue Harris
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Gambier

Located in Mount Gambier, this apartment is in a rural area. Old Mount Gambier Gaol and Engelbrecht Cave are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Lake Reserve and Honan Forest Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mount Gambier, SA

What's nearby

  • Mount Gambier Central - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cave Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Blue Lake - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Blue Lake Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Umpherston Sinkhole - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Engelbrecht Cave - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ba-Mi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mount Gambier Community RSL - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bay Blue Espresso Bar - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adventures at Sue's Retreat ....... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Adventures at Sue's Retreat .......?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adventures at Sue's Retreat .......?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adventures at Sue's Retreat ....... located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hastings Cunningham Reserve Dog Park, Old Mount Gambier Gaol and Vansittart Park. Olympic Park and Mount Gambier Central are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cheryl K.

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

Peaceful retreat

Comfortable, peaceful, beautiful views of the city & well appointed. Lovely hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe W.

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

A Perfect Stay at a Thoughtfully Designed Cottage Studio

We had a fantastic weekend staying at this charming cottage studio. From the moment we arrived, Sue and Gary were warm and welcoming—friendly and full of great local tips, yet never intrusive.The cottage itself is beautifully presented—clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed to make guests feel at home. The little touches made all the difference: bread in the freezer (including gluten-free options), a lovely selection of jams and spreads, butter, and even individual bottles of milk paired with neatly portioned cereal in mason jars. The bathroom was also well-stocked with toiletries and toothpaste, which was a nice bonus.For those who like to unwind, there’s a well-curated selection of books, local brochures, and even Sudoku for a bit of a challenge. The location is fantastic, backing onto a reserve with direct access to the walking path around Valley Lake—though be warned, the locals might downplay just how hilly it is! The scenery is arguably even prettier than the well-known Blue Lake walk, which is also nearby.Shops, cafés, and tourist sites are all within easy reach, and for us, the highlight was being able to walk to and from the festival at the old gaol with ease.All in all, a wonderful place to stay—highly recommended! Thanks again, Sue and Gary!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kim m.

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

Sue's Retreat

The stay at sue's retreat was comfy clean and welcoming the host was wonderful and informative. Breakfast has stopped Sue isn't doing Breakfast any more stayz should up date ther inform
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline O.

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

Spacious delight

Loved our stay. Accommodation was fab and also enjoyed public garden at rear, adjoining. Sue and Gary were very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria G.

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

A delightful three days

The ambiance, bed comfort, attention to detail, quietness and excellent taste and quality in furnishing all alined to give us a peaceful and pleasant stay in Mt Gambier.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui S.

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

Perfect stop over

It was perfect for our stop over while travelling. Clean, comfortable and quiet. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian T.

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

Mt Gambier unìt

Restful and quiet unit located near a park. Facilities great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Very Comfortable

Warm and cosy, backs onto woodlands near the lake which you can access easily from property. Great for walks and anyone who loves a bit of privacy and long walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

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

Our holiday

Very clean, comfortable and well equipped. Sue and Gary were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Wonderful location with everything you need

Wonderful location close to walking track with great views. The hosts were lovely. The apartment had everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evlampia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely place to base ourselves for 3 nights! Great shower & a comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Outstanding for what we needed....quiet, clean and altogether a very enjoyable stay. 9/10 Definetly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Short break

Such a lovely little place for a quick getaway, it would be ideal in winter,
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great accommodation

Apart from a great stay in Mount Gambier, this accommodation was excellent and is run by the nicest couple you will ever meet. Sue and Gary greeted us upon arrival and were so lovely and helpful, they were just like family. The location is excellent and quiet, it was just a 3 minute drive into the town. The accommodation is comfortable and very clean. We would definitely stay there again. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Beautiful

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves in the peace and luxury we found at Su’s Place. Set in Su and Garry’s wonderful garden, it had everything we needed including a most comfortable bed with lovely linen. An amazing view across Mt Gambier was a bonus — a must-see spot for a quiet glass of wine in the evening ……. K
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W., Ironbank South Australia

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

Great little spot

Sue has set up a fantastic place at the back of her beautiful backyard. Place was very clean and thoughtfully decorated. Very quiet area, with great walks accessible just at the back fence. Kitchenette is well set up and even though there is no hot plate, there is supplied a good quality electric frying pan, so we could still have a cooked breakfast on top of the wonderful breakfast supplies already at hand! Would happily have another weekend here again and hope we can one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Quality and tranquility

Sue & Garry were wonderful hosts - they saw to all our needs and were very friendly without being intrusive. The quality of the unit, it’s linen, and furnishings is first class, and the little touches like fresh flowers and ample breakfast supplies were very welcome. Located adjoining a big green space, a short walk to Valley Lake, and set in a beautiful tranquil garden, Sue’s retreat receives our highest recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary M.

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

A hidden gem

Sues Retreat was the perfect place to base ourselves while in Mt Gambier. Its in a peaceful part of the Mount, close to everywhere we needed to be. Everything was supplied that we might need, including breakfast, which was much appreciated. Sue and her family and friends were very welcoming and we enjoyed our chats under the carport!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet retreat

Lovely loft style accomodation. Host was lovely and welcomed us on arrival. Quiet, clean and peaceful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Sue’s Retreat

We had a very restful time at Sue’s Retreat. The property is very unique as it backs onto beautiful parkland / bush with views of the Blue Lake District. Everything was immaculately clean & beautifully presented with outdoor seating overlooking the township & Sue’s gorgeous garden. Sue & Garry were both warm & welcoming and provided us with everything required to ensure a comfortable stay. We really appreciated the abundant choice of breakfast provisions including fresh fruit & real milk 🙂 Sue’s property is in a quiet & well presented neighbourhood and only 5 mins drive to the town centre. We would be very happy to stay there again if the opportunity arises. Thank you Sue and Gary for sharing your beautiful property Chris & Phil
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Town and Country

The apartment is five-star! Spacious, private, spotlessly clean, with quality furnishings and linen. A/C and ceiling fans. Elevated position gives you a view over Mount Gambier and immediate access to the countryside literally at your back gate. The hosts, Sue and Garry, were helpful and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme J.

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

Cozy

The star review says it all. Couldn’t fault anything. Value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Boon T.

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

Friendly Host

Sue a very friendly and amazing host. Both my husband and I had such a wonderful sleep and the accommodation is very clean. Very happy with the stay 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sue Harris

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