Be a part of the history and stay in one of Kangaroo Island’s original fishermen’s cottages. This Heritage cottage is a self contained, self check in property surrounded by beautiful gardens and within walking distance to the seaside Kingscote village, Jetty and Reeves point, Shoal Bay.
Inside this charming 3 bedroom cottage you will find all you need to relax and enjoy your stay on the island.
The open plan living, kitchen and dining area leads out through French doors onto the large patio covered by a pergola, sunny , sheltered and private you can enjoy alfresco dining. Full kitchen and cooking facilities are provided , including a BBQ. There is a herb garden including Sage, Rosemary Lemon balm and Oregano to name a few, so you can pick fresh for your cooking. In the large bathroom you can take time out and relax in the luxury claw foot bath or unwind in the living room by the wood fire on a winter’s night with a glass of your favourite wine. There is secure front lawns, cottage gardens with fruit trees and a sandpit area for the kids to enjoy. Fresh stock of tea, coffee, sugar, salt/pepper is provided for your stay along with complimentary hand and body wash. Linen and towels are included for your stay. (guests to bring their own beach towels)
The laundry room has a washing machine and tub, outdoor and undercover clotheslines are available. Laundry powder is provided for your stay. The driveway area provides off street parking for up to 4 cars. Haven Cottage is perfect for a romantic getaway or holiday with family or friends, its location makes it a great place to base yourself to explore all that Kangaroo Island has to offer.
High chair and porta cot available on request.
Late check out may be available on request.
Firewood is provided free of charge during the cooler months (April to October)
Minimum Stay: 3 nights stay over Christmas and New Year 2020/2021, Easter 2021
Infants: 0 - 2 years are free of charge
Pets: No Pets Allowed
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Property # 9180112
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
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
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
Kingscote
Located in Kingscote, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Bay of Shoals Winery and Spring Road Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Island Beehive and Kingscote Tidal Pool. Scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Aurora Ozone Hotel - 15 min walk
Bella Cafe & Pizza Bar - 13 min walk
Kangaroo Island Brewery - 4 min drive
Amadio - 14 min walk
Bella Restaurant - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Haven Cottage Kangaroo Island pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Haven Cottage Kangaroo Island?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haven Cottage Kangaroo Island on 4 Aug 2026 start from AU$237, 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 Haven Cottage Kangaroo Island?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Haven Cottage Kangaroo Island?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Haven Cottage Kangaroo Island?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Haven Cottage Kangaroo Island located?
This family-friendly Kingscote cottage is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Soldiers Memorial Park, Island Beehive and Kingscote Tidal Pool. Beatrice Islet Conservation Park and Busby Islet Conservation Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Haven Cottage is a lovely cottage located on the main road into Kingscote. The cottage was spacious (especially for a couple) and well-presented. The kitchen is well-equipped. The bed was comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
KATE W.
Archival
6/10 Okay
sarah c.
14 Mar 2016
Nice house
This is a nice little house. It is one a main road and it was very noisy with cars going back and forth so be prepared to be woken up at 6am. Also if you are tall beware of the shelf in the bathroom it is right at eye level. The double bed in the bedroom on the right is very squeaky and wobbly so not pleasant at all to sleep in. The house was clean and has a lovely outdoor area
sarah c.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Dear Sarah Thank you for taking the time to post a review on your stay at Haven Cottage and for letting us know about some of the issues you found during your stay. We have now fixed the queen bed in bedroom 1 and will take a look at the shelf in the bathroom. I will note the person who put the shelf up is 6'4 and up until now there has been no issue with it. We are sorry you were woken up at 6am by traffic, Kingscote is a small town and we have had no complaints about the cottage's location. Thanks again, Lucinda & Mark
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Emil T.
13 Feb 2017
Excellent Cottage for Family
Haven Cottage is less than an hour drive from Penneshaw and is located at Kingscote. It is on the main road but not much traffic can be heard. The great thing about this property is that it is near the shops and restaurants. This is an ideal property to stay in and be a base for traveling around Kangaroo Island. The gas stove is a great asset as it makes cooking a breeze. There are two fresh seafood shops you can visit within walking distance of this property and they sell fresh seafood - hence, having a well maintained kitchen is an excellent advantage. The garden is amazing and very well maintained (tip: for the culinary enthusiast, there is a herb pot at the back patio - use it for your freshly bought fish and seafood). The rooms are beautifully presented. My daughter specially loved the bedroom on the right, the windows of which opens up to a rose bush and the garden outside. Overall, this is an excellent property to stay in at KI because of its location, features and presentation.
Emil T.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thanks for your great review Emil!, You just made my day ;-) we are so pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay at Haven Cottage and made use of its amenities and the herb garden! We hope you will stay again one day. Lucinda & Mark
clean and compact house with English style garden.
On the main road so really noisy how can we take advantage of the garden?
Mattress really uncomfortable impossible to sleep beside someone else unless rolling in the middle...
Appliance in the kitchen are old and pan and casseroles need to be changed just the minimum for cooking ..
Dinning chairs really uncomfortable
Lights in the living room really uncomfortable at nights
so well alright for three nights but not a full week
laurie a.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2020
Hi Laurie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your stay.
We did reach out to you after we tried to read your note left in our guest book but no response?
We are sorry to hear you did not enjoy your stay and found issues with almost everything. We are always looking for ways to improve and you have given us plenty to look into here!
We do hope you enjoyed your time sightseeing and visiting some great local businesses on Kangaroo Island.
This property was perfect for three people. Really well equipped, really comfortable and cosy. Nice atmosphere to relax. We ate in on the second night. We had a very nice time at this property.
Thank you Joan! :) So glad you enjoyed your stay at Haven Cottage. Best Wishes, Lucinda
Verified
10/10 Excellent
loryce r.
15 Apr 2019
Honeymoon
Wonderful place to stay a home away from home
loryce r.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynne M.
11 Mar 2019
Charming house, immaculately kept.
We stayed in this charming little cottage for 2 days. Extremely well kept, tidy and clean. The gardens were just delightful to walk around - not a blade of grass out of place..... The cottage is well located within walking distance to the heart of Kingscote. The kitchen is equipped with just about everything that one could possibly want for cooking within. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Lynne M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Craig D.
18 Jan 2019
Perfect position ,clean and tidy
Had a great stay at Kangaroo Island ,and Haven cottage was perfect.
The property had everything we needed and the position in Kingscote
was great , close to shops and restaurants.I would recommend this property to anyone who is travelling there.
Craig D.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
ROSEMARY G.
21 Sept 2017
Lovely cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Haven Cottage. Comfortable, spotlessly clean, everything you could wish for in self-contained accommodation. Very nice outdoor area and beautiful garden. Only one regret: we weren't there at the right time to see the roses in bloom!
ROSEMARY G.
Archival
8/10 Good
SARAH V.
18 Mar 2017
Fantastic property for families
We really enjoyed our stay at Haven Cottage. Little touches like the kid sized chairs proved very useful. The washing machine also came in very handy! Fantastic property, very happy to recommend
SARAH V.
Archival
8/10 Good
BRENDAN M.
18 Feb 2017
Perfect cottage for our stay
Just loved Haven Cottage...we really appreciated the little touches to make it feel like home. The beds were so comfortable!! The house was immaculate as were the gardens. Brilliant location so close to everything. Woukd highly recommend Haven Cottage...it was a perfect home away from home.
BRENDAN M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
BRENTEN S.
3 Jan 2017
cute
Loved it. Everything we needed with great quality fittings.
BRENTEN S.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback Brenten, we are so pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay at Haven Cottage. Thank you for leaving it in a tidy condition, we hope you stay again sometime!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Meredith S.
27 Apr 2016
Well presented
Haven cottage was very comfortable and plenty of room. The lay out of the main room was very roomy, and the bedrooms were good as well. A lovely place to stay.
Meredith S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anh H.
24 Apr 2016
Home away from home
Absolutely wonderful place to stay on Kangaroo Island. Close to everything and the cottage was very spacious for 2 adults and 3 kids. Kitchen had everything we needed and the whole place was very clean. Such a beautiful garden, only wished we could stay longer to enjoy it more. Just too busy exploring the island on our 4 night stay at KI.
Anh H.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you Chris, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Archival
8/10 Good
Jill M.
4 Feb 2016
Excellent cottage
The cottage is well set up and offered good facilities as well as close proximity to the township.
The garden is a delight, fully fenced and ideal for small children or that quiet get away.
Jill M.
About the host
Hosted by Lucinda Pope
What makes this property unique
Haven Cottage is one of the original homes built during the 1800's when settlers arrived in Australia.