Pelican Cottage

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A room with a wooden table and chairs, a view of the sea, and a garden outside.
A wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a view of the sea.
A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with a table and chairs, a built-in oven, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.
A house with a garden, a pond with shells, and a lawn.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a view of the outdoors, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a countertop.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Muston, SA
  • Place, The Oyster Farm Shop
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Buick Point
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Prospect Hill
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pelican Cottage

This beautifully restored water front cottage is ideally located on the Dudley Peninsula at the East of Kangaroo Island, with views across Pelican Lagoon. Where stunning sunrises over the waters can be seen from your bedroom. Pelican Cottage is tastefully and comfortably renovated with contemporary fittings.
Pelican Cottage deck looks out onto the sanctuary of Pelican Lagoon Marine Park this provides home to dolphins and many wading birds, Pelicans and Swans can be seen everyday.

Bird watchers this is your retreat as over 70 species have been recorded from the front deck as they forage in the native garden daily.

The cottage is spacious and comfortable with contemporary kitchen and bathroom the timber floors reflect the afternoon light in the north facing garden. The two bedroom cottage sleeps 4 people and is pet friendly the yard is fenced.

American River is 4kms away with good restaurants, boat launching, Oyster shop and walking trails. The swimming beaches of Island Beach and surfing at Pennington Bay are minutes away.

Pelican Cottage is conveniently located with a 25 minutes drive from the Ferry terminal at Pennashaw and 20 minutes from the Kingscote airport.
Ron and Mary-Alice have over 20 years experience working as tour guides and are happy to share their experiences and knowledge with you during your stay.

Included in the Tariff
- One queen bed and one double bed
- Quality Linen provided, including sheets and towels
- Parking under cover
- Fully equipped kitchen for cooking
-BBQ and outdoor seating
-Outside Deck with seating
- 2 comfortable lounges
- Books including Kangaroo Island history and information, maps, DVD's, games.
- Wifi
- Tea/coffee/ condiments
- Laundry/Ironing facilities
-Rain water
- Hair dryer
- Air-conditioning

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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
There is a double bed for 2 children No single bed
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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

Property # 9178027
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Muston

Located in Muston, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Hope Cottage Museum and Reeves Point Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park and Beyeria Conservation Park. Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum and Exceptional Kangaroo Island are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Muston, SA

What's nearby

  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Buick Point - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Prospect Hill - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Kangaroo Island Spirits - 24 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Deck Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Deck cafe on the wharf - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pelican Cottage ?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican Cottage on 9 Sept 2026 start from AU$687, 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 Pelican Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pelican Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pelican Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Muston holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park, Prospect Hill and Buick Point. The Oyster Farm Shop is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Mary-Alice Swan

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Ron and Mary-Alice have lived on Kangaroo Island for 25 years, they are both tour guides and have a wealth of knowledge of the Island's history and wildlife as well as the wineries and restaurants.

Why they chose this property

If you like a unquie experience of a comfortable cottage with a native garden where birds can be seen and wildlife viewed on the waters of Pelican Lagoon, this is your Kangaroo Island holiday house.
The cottage is tastefully renovated with many comforts to make your stay easy and special. You are in the East of the Island where you can visit swimming beaches, restaurants and cafe's, go kayaking on Pelican Lagoon, or bush walking. The West of Kangaroo Island is day trip not to be missed

What makes this property unique

Overlooks the waters of Pelican Lagoon and great for birdwatching

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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