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Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home.

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Beach
View from property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Penneshaw, SA
  • Place, Penneshaw Penguin Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kangaroo Island Farmers Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home.

Enjoy sensational beach and sea views from the deck, living, dining, kitchen and main bedroom.

Open living and dining area is spacious, light and airy with comfortable lounge and reverse cycle air conditioning.

Three bedrooms accommodate 6 people. One king bed and two queen beds. Mattresses are very comfortable, and all beds are supplied with linen and towels.

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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

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

The property is not yet fenced.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9643414
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

About the area

Penneshaw

Located in Penneshaw, this holiday home is near the beach. Sealink Ferry Terminal and Dudley Cellar Door are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Baudin Conservation Park and Dudley Conservation Park.
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Penneshaw, SA

What's nearby

  • beach near Lloyd Collins Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Penneshaw Penguin Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kangaroo Island Farmers Market - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kingscote Tidal Pool - 47 min drive - 76.8 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Penneshaw Hotel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hogbay Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Millie Mae's Pantry - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fat Beagle Coffee Shop - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fire and Smoke Ki - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home.?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home. on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$356, 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 Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bower by the Sea. Your home away from home. located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sealink Ferry Terminal, Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw and Kangaroo Island Farmers Market. Baudin Conservation Park and Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Perfect getaway

Clean, homely with the view- we could all relax
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Home away in paradise

We loved our stay at Bower by the Sea. Fantastic spot to set up the family For a week exploring the island. And what a view to come home to everyday. I recommend the hammock!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Fabulous

Stunning location looking over the bay and a quick walk to the beach and town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
Linda and her party were great guests and it was our pleasure to host them at Bower by the Sea. We hope you enjoyed your exploration of KI. Autumn is a perfect time to visit! All the best.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Outstanding

Great comfortable accommodation, has everything you need, very nice beds, could not fault the house, enjoyed our week there thank you 😀.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2023
Thanks so much John! We're glad you enjoyed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl B.

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

Five Star Relaxation

Lovely property with a stunning view. Fantastic place to relax and unwind in. The property has everything you need - plus more. We will be visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LYNETTE J.

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

KI Trip

We had a wonderful time. This house was everything it said it was. We loved loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania D.

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

Wonderful hosts

This is definitely one of the best homes that we have stayed in. The view is incredible and the house has absolutely everything that you could want for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Good quality products used throughout. The checkin was seamless. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2022
Hi Tania, Thanks for the review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in our little piece of the beautiful Kangaroo Island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Dr William Spencer

Wonderful !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen H.

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

Amazing Property with Spectacular Views

If you are looking for accommodation that has the most spectacular views, is extremely well appointed, exceptionally clean and comfortable then "Bower by the Sea" is the place for you. Our family felt very lucky to have had 11 nights at this amazing property. Everything you could need and want was supplied. Watching dolphin play from the front deck was a highlight on most days....incredible views. Thank you so much Darian and Peggy for sharing your little piece of paradise with us.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you Carmen for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased you loved Bower By The Sea as much as we do. It really is a piece of paradise! We hope to see you again. Peggy + Darian
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sean d.

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

Thanks

Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

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

Amazing views !

A wonderful house with the most amazing view of Penneshaw Beach and Jetty. Gorgeous house with everything you could need. Absolutely loved our stay. Only a short walk to Penneshaw town centre or beach. So wonderful it’s dog friendly too. Rosie also had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

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

Penneshaw Retreat

This is a terrific house and was perfectly appointed by the hosts. The little touches made us feel quite secure, and the position of the home allowed us to arrive late and leave early. Instructions came through a couple of days after we had booked, but they were clear and comprehensive when they did.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2022
Hi Wayne, Thanks so much for the review and for staying. We're glad you enjoyed Bower by the Sea.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire K.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Peggy & Darian

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Peggy and Darian live in South Australia and own and manage an advertising agency and Bowerbird. Our downtime often consists of gardening, pottery, cooking, dining out, hikes and regional day or weekend trips. Our destinations are usually centred around a restaurant we love or a local shop filled with old wares or local hand-made treasures.

Why they chose this property

We love visiting regional Australia. Whether it is the Clare Valley, Margaret River or Kangaroo Island, each destination has a uniqueness. Kangaroo Island has become a place of relaxation. The quick trip on the ferry helps to bring a sense of escaping day-to-day activities with a sea-change in-sight to recharge regardless of the weather. The sound of the ocean when you awake, the uninterrupted views all day. A walk on the beach or through other landscapes the island offers. A winery for lunch or a home-cooked meal. Kangaroo Island truly is a great place to visit and unwind.

What makes this property unique

Bower by the Sea is not a holiday shack it is a home where you can truly relax and unwind.

Languages:

English, French

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