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The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot

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Dining
The Sandcastle is close to all that lovely Port Elliot has to offer
Relax with a coffee and a good book in the outdor lounge area
Enjoy the sunshine, hose off sandy feet & beach gear and relax in the backyard
Bedroom 1 downstairs with KING bed, ensuite, walk-in-robe, TV, air con and fan

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10222 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Elliot, SA
  • Place, Boomer Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Knights Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Elliot Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs 2nd Bedrooom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 3rd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 4th Bedroom

3 Single Beds

Upstairs Living Area

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot

Spacious 2 storey home in central Port Elliot
Easy walk to beaches, cafes, shops and pubs
Free unlimited high-speed WiFi
Bedroom 1 with King bed downstairs with ensuite bathroom
Bedrooms 2 & 3 with Queen beds upstairs
Bedroom 4 with 2 Single beds
2 additional single floor mattresses available as required
Bed linen and towels provided (BYO beach towels)
2 separate living areas
Extensive all-weather outdoor entertaining with BBQ
Secure pet-friendly rear yard with lawn (please see rules re: pets below)
Fully ducted and zoned reverse cycle Air-conditioning
Fully equipped kitchen with Miele dishwasher, microwave, full sized fridge and freezer
2.5 bathrooms
Plenty of secure off-street parking
Upstairs games room with pool table, cards and board games and and mini fridge to keep your drinks handy
Wonderful for large families or groups
Come, relax and enjoy!

House Rules
No smoking permitted on the property.
Please respect the check-in and check-out times.
No parties or events
All guests must be registered - access to bedrooms and linen supply is dependent on the number of guests in your booking.

Regarding the 2 floor mattresses available - we are happy to provide the linen for these beds if there are more than 8 guests, however, guests will need to make up these beds and place the mattresses in an area of the home suitable to your needs, eg. upstairs games room, 4th bedroom.

YOUNG CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES WHILE UPSTAIRS.

PETS
Your well behaved, house trained pet is welcome, however please note the following:
Pets are not permitted in bedrooms or on the furniture at any time.
Please do not place your pet's bedding on carpeted areas.
There is access to the secure yard via doggy door.
You must clean up thoroughly after your pet or additional charges may apply.
Pets are not to be left unattended at the property if they become distressed eg. excessive barking or destructive behaviours.
BBQ must be cleaned prior to departure or additional charges may apply.

Thank you for respecting our much loved family holiday home - we sincerely appreciate it!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Young children must be fully supervised upstairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Additional conditions apply re: pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please thoroughly wash & put away dishes / unload dishwasher
Please Log Out of your personal streaming services on the TVs
Ensure Air conditioner, fans and heaters are switched off
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot?

As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot on 22 July 2026 start from AU$279, 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 The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer - Pets Welcome - Central Port Elliot located?

This family-friendly Port Elliot holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Boomer Beach, Knights Beach and Green Bay. Port Elliot Beach and Port Elliot Dog Park are also within 1 mile (2 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. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent property in a great location, we could walk to the beach and to the main street. This was a great place for 3 generations of our family to stay to celebrate my 50th birthday.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lily D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Great communications with host! Would definitely recommend this home if you are looking for a weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely venue and a very helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a medium sized group. Everything you need and more. So many extra touches to make the stay top notch. Host is lovely and made everything super easy. Very highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonora W.

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

Excellent holiday

Everything we needed was available, the property was very spacious, we had a great time, wished we had booked longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

holly o.

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

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful house and the best location (short walk to Main Street) Communication was excellent. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudi W.

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

Great weekend to turn 18

The house was absolutely perfect for my self, my husband and our grown up children to celebrate our youngest daughter’s 18th. The many activities and the variety of spaces catered for everyone’s needs. Everything we needed was at our fingertips - a home away from home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle J.

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

Home away from home

Property is perfect for family or just a break. Absolutely wonderful home clean and tidy. Easy to communicate with plenty of parking and really dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2022
Sincere thanks Janelle - glad you enjoyed your stay at The Sandcastle. Thank you for leaving everything so tidy. We hope you and your dog will visit us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

A place you will return to

Our stay was exceptional from the little touches that were there for the two year old fun games for the young adults & the just relaxing time for the older adults, just what we all needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty Z.

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

A Very clean and well appointed holiday home

We had a lovely long weekend stay at The Sandcastle. The house was spotlessly clean, very well appointed with nothing else needed, with very comfortable beds and couches. We had a relaxing time- even our fur babies enjoyed the yard. The host was very attentive, responding to our queries quickly. We highly recommend staying at The Sandcastle - plenty of room for everyone. 5
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Weekend trip

Absolutely loved staying here! Location was amazing - lots of nice cafés and restaurants in walking distance and super close to the beach. Main road didn’t bother us at all. Very spacious, comfy beds and furniture, and very clean. Overall this gets a 10/10 from me!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2022
Dear Jessica, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. The Sandcastle is in a really handy spot to enjoy gorgeous Port Elliot. Your group were terrific guests and we look forward to welcoming you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail w.

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

Great Port Elliot getaway

Stayed for 3 nights in this great house, lots of space and perfect location , in walking distance to shops, cafes and horse shoe bay. Games room to entertain all ages. Thanks Lucinda, you have thought of everything, with all the extra homely touches. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

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

.........."The Sand Castle" at Port Elliot........Amazing!!

This place is spot on - what you see, and what's promised is exactly what you get - very well appointed in every aspect - we've stayed in other (very nice) accommodation along that stretch of coast over the years, however "The Sand Castle" was at the next level - we'd definitely go back!!........and our host Lucinda made certain that the process from booking through to departure was seamless - great communication...five stars from us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

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

“Absolutely Fabulous”

We chose The Sandcastle for our annual family getaway with our daughters and their partners and one 10 year old granddaughter. Everyone appreciated the space, comfort and activities available to enjoy in this lovely clean, spacious, bright and welcoming home. Communication with the host was easy and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

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

Everything you could need and such a lovely host

We had such a lovely family stay here. The personal touches from the host, Lucinda, were so appreciated and she is so accommodating. And great communication. So much to do. Kids loved the games room plus the upstairs area. Beds were comfortable, great fire pit. Just wonderful and would stay again. Everything you could need and definitely felt like a home rather than a house. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa P.

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

Perfect Girls Weekend

Beautifully appointed property in a great location. Perfect for walks along the beaches (saw dolphins and whales!), delicious local food and coffee, and strolling the picturesque town and shops. Comfy beds, cozy heating, lots of games and books, and a well stocked kitchen. Lovely views across to the hills. Lucinda was super friendly and helpful!! We’ve already decided this is the perfect house for our annual girls trip. Can’t wait to visit in summer too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Thank you Marisa for your lovely review, and for being such delightful guests! Port Elliot is stunning in the winter and even better in summer… we would love to welcome you all back then! Thanks so much once again 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

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

Feels like home

Excellent property. Exceptionally clean and tidy. Our host Lucinda was so lovely and replied quickly to any questions. There is nothing you need to bring except food and clothing as the home has absolutely all you need even down to the finest details - they have thought of everything. Very close to shops and cafes/hotels. Would highly recommend as we will look forward to staying again .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam d.

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

Sumptuous sandcastle!

Oh my goodness the hostess with the mostest Is Lucinda! She simply could not do enough for us! The sandcastle has absolutely EVERYTHING and more that you would want for a gorgeous weekend away with girlfriends Walking distance to the beach and the main st for coffee Thankyou Lucinda- we would love to come back! Xxxx
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Large house in a great location

Sandcastles was a fantastic house only a 5-10 minute walk from the main street of Pt Elliot. Very clean and well appointed with high quality linen and towels. The kitchen had everything and more we needed. Great kitchen and dining area and 2 large living areas. Perfect for 2 families or 4 women on a girls weekend, like us! Lucinda was lovely to deal with and very responsive to messages. Highly recommend. It is right on the main road between Victor to Goolwa though so there is some traffic noise but it didn't bother us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Sincere thanks Kate for your lovely review, we sincerely appreciate it. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your girls weekend in beautiful Port Elliot. We hope you’ll visit us again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

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

Outstanding destination

This house is fabulous- particularly for a family with teens with free Wifi, two living areas, 4 TVs, pool table, foosball & table tennis- even scooters, bodyboards and wetsuits for the warmer months. It would work just as well for up to 3 couples or a family with young children. So well equipped- more glassware in the kitchen than at our own home! Although on the main road in Port Elliot we were not bothered by traffic noise and ducted heating/cooling makes for a comfortable house all year round. The communication from our host Lucinda was exceptional. The check in and out process was seamless and she was quickly responsive to any questions- not that we needed to ask any during the stay as the hosts had really thought of everything. Added bonus was it was a pet friendly destination complete with a doggy door to the back patio!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
Katrina thank you so much for the fantastic review and informative description of The Sandcastle! You and your family left the property in perfect condition - thank you so much. We’re thrilled that you’ve already booked to stay again, and we hope to keep improving the property all the time. Hopefully your next visit will be even better! Kind Regards, Lucinda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty f.

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

Sandcastle stay…

The property had everything we could ever need as a family including space for everyone and plenty of games and things to do.. We even made use of some of the wetsuits at the property for our teens.. Clear instruction's on how to use anything and everything throughout the property and what to do if anything went wrong.. Beds were so comfy and all linen and towels provided which helped with space in our car when packing.. We really did feel very spoilt compared to other properties we have stayed in. The only negative was a cranky neighbour complaining when our teenage girls were playing an excited game of table tennis and listening to music between 2030-2100pm one night and unfortunately it did dampen the rest of the night and in turn kept us from using the shed for the rest of the holiday.. Lucinda was very apologetic and we totally understand they are stuck in between a rock and a hard place, but plans to line the shed should solve the problem for all.. Overall The Sandcastle was the perfect holiday home.. !
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family reunion despite the disappointing weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, the accommodation thr amenities in the property, just everything has been thoughtfully considered
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

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

Enjoyable Christmas week!

We have just spent a wonderful Christmas week at The Sandcastle. Excellent holiday home with everything you need. Great communication with host. Good location with easy walk into main area of Pt Elliot. Beach access up the hill but an easy walk. Home is well laid out with good areas upstairs and down. Third toilet an extra bonus! Great kitchen with ample crockery/cutlery, pantry cupboard and two door fridge/freezer. Facilities were easy to manage for a disabled and visually impaired adult and her dog. Can highly recommend this holiday home. Thankyou Lucinda for giving us a wonderful Christmas week........the Christmas Tree and lights another bonus!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Wonderful place to stay

Sandcastle is a wonderful property, with lots of space for family and things to explore. We loved the modern decor. We can even play a game of snooker, and there are lots of books to read. The bed and pillow was very comfortable and clean and I could sleep without any problem (I usually have problem sleeping in strange bed). initially, there had been some issues with lighting in some areas but it had been fixed. Lucinda was very helpful and communication was easy. We decided to book in again in December for our families to come in to enjoy the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lucinda March

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Hello! Thank you for checking out our home!
I live in Adelaide with my husband and 2 teenage daughters. We've been holidaying in Port Elliot since I was a teenager, and we simply adore it.

To say I am excited to be the new host of The Sandcastle is an understatement! I am very fortunate to be taking over from very experienced hosts and mentors, Hal and Shirley. Under Hal and Shirley's guidance, this home has earned a multitude of excellent reviews, and I am committed to upholding this standard.

I will aim to make your stay as comfortable and hassle-free as possible. Please reach out if you have any questions or requests - I will endeavour to reply to any enquiries as quickly as possible on the same day.

Why they chose this property

Many of our happiest memories with family and friends have been forged in Port Elliot. I'd be delighted to be your host and hope that you and your guests will enjoy your time here as much as we always do.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this property due to its central location and layout. We really enjoy being able to walk everywhere in Port Elliot, whether it's a morning stroll to the beach picking up a lovely coffee on the way back, or a meal at one of the local pubs and a beer or glass of wine with friends. Our teenagers love the freedom that comes with being able to easily walk to the shops or beach.

The layout of the home with separate living areas upstairs and downstairs, plus the fantastic outdoor area gives everyone space to relax and enjoy themselves. The pool table and games room area is terrific.

The property also has great accessibility, with the master bedroom, ensuite bathroom and 3rd toilet downstairs, along with kitchen, dining, living and outdoor entertaining areas.

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