** All guests are welcomed with a bottle of SA wine and chocolate **
Wow! This is an absolutely outstanding location. Listen to the waves crashing from the back deck of this upgraded house nestled amongst the dunes, this property provides the best of Goolwa Beach life. Only 200 metres to Kuti Shack cafe, the brand new Goolwa Surf Life Saving Club and glorious Goolwa Beach! Spend your holiday exploring Goolwa Beach, surfing, swimming, having coffee or brunch at the acclaimed Kuti Shack or perhaps utilising the club for a wine and a cheese platter is more your style.
There is an open plan living, dining kitchen area opening out onto the back outdoor living area and the dunes. The living has a combustion stove for winter warmth and ambiance plus 2 reverse cycles split system air conditioning. There is a wall-mounted TV with free Netflix, books, and board games. Plus a table tennis table that can be found in the garage to play a game. The kitchen is fully fitted out and includes a dishwasher and coffee machine. All cookware, serving ware, and cutlery are provided.
There are four bedrooms (if all are booked). The bunk room is locked unless 7 or 8 people are booked in.
Bath towels, mats, hand towels and tea towels are all supplied. You may wish to bring some extras. All bed linen is provided.
Every Pet Let stay includes the Perks Pack: an exclusive bundle of discount offers at local businesses worth up to $230. From spa sessions to dining and local activities, it’s extra value built in so you can get the most out of your holiday budget.
Bedding Configuration Main Bedroom: Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) Second Bedroom: Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) Third Bedroom: 2 Bunk Beds (Sleeps 2 – **bottom bunk beds only, the bunk room is locked and can be accessed upon request) Fourth Bedroom: 2 Single Beds (Sleeps 2
The property has 2 new bathrooms. There are two showers, a bath and two toilets.
100% Pet Friendly This property is 100% pet friendly and your well-behaved pets are welcome inside. The backyard is fully fenced with 1200H colourbond and wire fencing. There is also a lawned area for pet play.
Extra Guest Charge: Our standard rate is for 2 guests only. Please note that an additional fee will apply to $30 per person per night in excess of 2 guests.
Note: If an extra guest after 2 is staying for 1 night only, it's $60 for 1 night.
Extra Guests You have booked the property for a certain number of people (as specified on your booking). If you would like to have extra guests stay at any time, please contact us in advance. We will advise if this is possible and, if so, the additional cost.
Our cleaners plan their daily schedule for the number of guests booked in at each property. If undeclared guests stay, the rate charged retrospectively will be double the standard rate.
Party / Events Fee: $200 per occurrence Late Night Disturbance Fee: $200 per occurrence Smoking Fee: $200
Please take note that this does not include any amount to any damages that you may incur if you violate any of our house rules. We do not allow parties, events and smoking at the property.
Please note that this property is not available for Schoolies booking and doesn't accept 25 December Arrival/Departure.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Goolwa South
Located in Goolwa South, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Goolwa Museum and Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nangawooka Flora Reserve and Urimbirra Wildlife Park. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Ferguson Road NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Goolwa Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Goolwa Wharf Markets - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Steam Exchange Brewery - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Goolwa Station - 4 min drive
Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
Thai Days - 4 min drive
Port Elliot Bakery - 12 min drive
Caffé de Carlo - 3 min drive
Salt - 12 min drive
Imbass On The Elbow - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is In The Sand Dunes & Renovated House pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).
How much does it cost to stay at In The Sand Dunes & Renovated House?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at In The Sand Dunes & Renovated House on 26 June 2026 start from AU$179, 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 In The Sand Dunes & Renovated House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at In The Sand Dunes & Renovated House?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at In The Sand Dunes & Renovated House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is In The Sand Dunes & Renovated House located?
This family-friendly Goolwa South holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Goolwa Beach and South Lakes Golf Club. Ferguson Road NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress and Tokuremoar Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Light and bright with really good facilities. Pet friendly with well fenced back area.
Joy S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thanks for your great review! We're glad you enjoyed the light-filled space and found everything you needed. It's also lovely to hear the fenced yard worked well for your pet. Thank you for staying with us, and we hope to welcome you again soon!
Great little home, especially for a dog 🐕. Very quiet and close to the beach and The Kuti shack cafe.
Terry L.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed our home, especially for your dog. It's great that you found it quiet and close to the beach and cafe. Thanks again for choosing PetLet, and we hope to welcome you and your dog back for another enjoyable stay in the future!
Quiet area, clean tidy house near shops and beach. Has everything you require eg cooking cleaning and very important to us pet friendly with a safe back yard
Anne W.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec 2022
We are thrilled and grateful for your given rating. Thanks for staying with us!
Cool, contained and perfect for a relaxing holiday stay away!
My family had the best time spending the Christmas period at this superb spot right next to the fabulous Goolwa Beach. Incredibly comfortable and quiet, we couldn’t have asked for a more comfy home away from home. Thank you so much to the hosts for allowing us to spend our holiday in your beautiful slice of heaven!
Stephanie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2023
Thank you for the amazing and sweet review. We are looking forward to having you back.
Very nice, modern, well appointed home. Comfortable beds, kitchen stocked well, bathrooms obviously recently renovated. Good size backyard. close to Goolwa beach, could hear the surf
Lynda F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2025
We’re so pleased you had a great stay and appreciated the thoughtful details. Looking forward to hosting you again!
The place was very clean & tidy and had everything you would need for a holiday break.
The location was close enough to walk our dogs to the beach.
There was great communication from the property manager.
Overall, I would highly recommend the place for a relaxed holiday break.
Stephen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you found our place clean, well-equipped, and conveniently located for dog walks to the beach. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!
The property is clean and has everything you need for a perfect stay. Honest listing and the communication is brilliant. Highly recommend this property very enjoyable and very welcoming. Will be back again
Lovely well appointed house. Roomy and comfortable with a huge couch for watching movies with a glass of wine after sunset over the beach ,which is only a few meters walk away up the road . Very relaxing ,bright and beachy .
Ingrid C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled you found our house lovely, well-appointed, and comfortable. We're glad you had an enjoyable and relaxing stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!
The home is located a short walk to the beach and the cafe at the end of beach road. A shopping centre including a supermarket and bottle shop are a quick drive away. The kitchen, dining and lounge area are very comfortable and allowed us to cook good meals and relax with a wine or two. The home is fully fenced including the front area so our dog really enjoyed her stay and hopefully we will be back again soon.
Paul B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2024
Thank you for your positive review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the proximity to the beach, the comfortable living spaces, and the convenience of nearby amenities. We're glad your dog had a great time too! We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified
8/10 Good
Alison M.
18 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Ok but some issues
Clean house. Close to the beach. Well equipped.
A bit tired in places, such as bathroom where shower head leaks and new head needed.
Only able to open one windows in bedoom.
Property was great, perfect for a quick getaway just me and my little dog.
Only issue was the back yard was not secure enough for my dog. Also the sliding glass door on the shower was not on its runner so a bit unsafe. Hot water tap in the bathroom sink was stuck so I couldn’t use it.
However the big bath made up for it 🙂
Gemma F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent stay at our property. We're delighted to hear that you and your furry companion enjoyed your quick getaway.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the backyard security and the issues you encountered with the sliding glass door and the bathroom sink tap. Your observations are valuable to us, and we apologise for any inconvenience these matters may have caused. We have checked and discussed your concerns with our team to ensure a safer and more enjoyable experience for our future guests.
Thank you once again for choosing our property, and we look forward to hosting you again.
Great location and clean, comfortable property. Good communication from PetLet and would stay at one of their managed properties again without hesitation.
BEN H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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