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Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas

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Terrace/patio
Beautiful bush block, path to the bunk room
Comfortable space, quality bedding and linen. Privacy curtains for your comfort.
To help you unwind, enjoy a bottle of KI wine and treats!
Open plan space

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Vivonne Bay, SA
  • Place, Vivonne Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seal Bay Conservation Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Flinders Chase National Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main building

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas

Nestled amongst the trees and unique native scrub in Vivonne Bay sits Melaleuca Mansion. A private and peaceful, rustic but comfortable stay for those who enjoy connecting with nature. Enjoy a little bit of luxury with everything you need to adventure, explore, relax and unwind. A short walk to Vivonne Bay beach and the tranquil Hariet River, a short drive to Seal Bay and 20 minutes to Flinders Chase National Park. To help you unwind, enjoy a complimentary bottle of rosé and KI treats!

This unique and comfortable home has a quirky and playful interior with well-appointed kitchen. Melaleuca Mansion has a warm and homely feel. Guests can enjoy the main building with the open plan room including queen bed, lovely linen, privacy curtains, kitchen and dining space, loft style lounge room, bathroom and toilet. If you want to use the lounge loft, for your own safety, hold on to the rail as you climb the ladder. Do not carry anything up the ladder larger or heavier than a loaf of bread. It may not be suitable for young children. If children under your care are in the house, please supervise to ensure their safety.

When booking for more than two guests ($50 per guest), there are two bed configurations available.

The bunk room: This is a short walk from the main building, through the trees along a solar lit path. It has two single beds.

The loft: In the main building, accessed via a ladder. Here, there is a comfortable sofa that transforms into a queen bed.

When booking, please request which bed configuration you would prefer so that the access code and linen can be provided.

1-2 guests: Queen bed with linen provided. If you are staying as two guests and would prefer to stay in separate beds (either the loft sofa bed, fold out mattress or bunk room), a linen fee will be charged.

3-4 guests: $50 extra guest fee applies for children and adults. You may choose between the queen sofa bed in the loft (not suitable for young children) or the bunk room (2 x single beds). The bunk room is accessed via a short path from the main building.

Please note:
Melaleuca Mansion offers a fold out mattress for a small adult or child if one of your guests would prefer to sleep in the main building. Extra fees may apply for linen.
There is also a porta cot with bedding and highchair available on request for an extra fee ($40 per booking).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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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 lounge loft with a steep ladder.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Vivonne Bay

Vivonne Bay is home to this holiday home. Vivonne Bay Conservation Park and Mount Taylor Conservation Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park and Seal Bay Conservation Park.
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Vivonne Bay, SA

What's nearby

  • Vivonne Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seal Bay Conservation Park - 19 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary - 24 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Flinders Chase National Park - 25 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Cape du Couedic Lighthouse - 46 min drive - 73.5 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vivonne Bay Bistro - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas on 22 Apr 2026 start from AU$170, 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 Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil getaway amongst Melaleucas located?

Situated in Vivonne Bay, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Vivonne Bay Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Vivonne Bay Conservation Park. Little Sahara and Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

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 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is great! It has everything you would need for cooking, and it is very comfortable. I would definitely recommend it and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exacty as deacribed. Clean,comfortable and quirky. Great location. Host had great communication. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Bush retreat

Lovely cabin with rustic features and composting toilet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

From BC, Canada

A fabulously quirky property in a quiet location near the beach and handy for Seal Bay and Flinders Chase. We particularly loved the ‘throne room’ looking out over the trees!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"Rustic" and "Quirky" might describe this small haven in the Melaleucas at Vivonne Bay. A well equipped kitchen, very comfortable bed and quiet location. Suited us very well. Improvements? Perhaps heating could be augmented for a cold winter and microwave moved from top of fridge to shelf underneath the air fryer so that short people could access it easier. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANETTE M.

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

A rustic unique stay!

A unique stay in a quirky beach house. Super comfortable bed with lovely linen. Creatively decorated.Great location close to a beautiful beach. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Comfort and cosy style

What a wonder, naturally beautiful, a short walk to the amazing Vivonne bay beach. The most comfortable bed, an understanding of great coffee (provided!) Glamorous new bathroom!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Melaleuca Mansion retreat

Such a unique and cleverly designed retreat in a beautiful location close to the beach with a range of sights and activities nearby. Hosts are kind and thoughtful. Would recommend and would love to go back one day. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh N.

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

Nurtured amongst nature

Loved the warm, cozy, quirky vibes of this place. Eco-friendly without sacrificing comfort. A great base for a KI getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erwin W.

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

A little jewel in the bush

We really enjoyed this quaint 'Mansion' as our base for exploring the island and as a cosy home on a cold and windy day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

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

Quirky, Rustic and Comfortable.

If you want to be away from it all, this property is for you! It was amongst the melaleucas, and I couldn't even see the neighbouring properties. Focus was definitely on eco-friendly.The bed was very comfortable, the property has some quirky features.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naiara C.

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

Cutest cabin!

It was such a homely place to stay! The fireplace and kitchen made it so nice and cosy. Loved also the fact there was good coffee available- huge bonus and really essential! Only thing I would recommend is to leave the house instructions booklet on the main table in the open- took us a little while to find it. Thanks for sharing your beautiful place! Definitely a piece of paradise
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Israel D.

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

Tranquil Retreat

A beautiful, unique and tranquil place to stay. The tree studded garden was lovely day and night. Felt like we were away from everyone. It was walking distance to the beach and a short drive to the General Store where we bought the Famous KI Whiting Burger and took it back to enjoy in the garden. Also reasonably close to Flinders Chase National Park. The host was great and responded quickly to any queries we had. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith W.

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

Peace and beauty

I absolutely loved this gorgeous home. It was a great 5 day stay, walking to the beautiful beach, so much to see and do. LOVE LOVE LOVE!! The home had everything you need, really great provisions including coffee 😍 I really was super impressed. The bed was so comfy and the linen!! Omgs! The linen was beautiful! I felt very held in this space, it was exactly what I needed for a week away to recharge xxxx thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Response

Second bedroom inaccessible. Sofa inaccessible. Poor access to house.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2024
Hi Michael, I'm sorry that you were disappointed with our property. I advise that in future, when booking accommodation, you read the property description and carefully view the photos prior to booking. As you booked as two gyests, the second bedroom was unavailable; however, we are always happy to accommodate your needs. We want to ensure our guests are well lookied after. As we heard no word from you, we weren't able to accommodate your needs. We do require clear communication when changes are requested. In regards to the lounge, we state in the description that the lounge is located in the loft, accessible by a ladder. I'm sorry you weren't able to access the loft but we made every effort to ensure that the description is clear so that guests are aware of the uniqueness of our property. Melaleuca Mansion is an amazing property, set on a bush block. Due to it's natural setting, the paths meander amongst trees. Many guests enjoy and value this aspect of the property. It's quiet, secluded yet very close to the river and beach. I sincerely hope that you were still able to enjoy your holiday and sorry our property wasn't what you expected. Kind regards, Heidi.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony R.

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

Rustic retreat amongst the Melaleucas

Okay, picture this, Grandpa and two of his grandchildren on a visit to Kangaroo Island at the Melaleuca Mansion. Grandpa gets the big bed in the house and the kids get the bunk beds in the bunkhouse.First off location: Fabulous and so close to what must be the best beach in South Australia. The kids loved the breakers and the uncrowded beach was magnificent. We even saw a seal surfing the waves on our last day.Parking: Handy off street parking and a short walk down a path through the Melaleucas to the main cottage and/or bunkhouse.Cottage: Wonderful rustic and comfortable. Excellent bathroom (great water pressure), interesting loo (very eco) and lots of cooking utensils and supplies.Bunkhouse: A bit basic, one of the boys is quite tall and found the bunk bed a bit short.Wifi: With two young boys wifi was a must and connection in the cottage was great. unfortunately the bunkhouse was out of range. Possibly an extender for the wifi could fix that.Nature: we had lots of birds visit and in the evening the occassional wallaby would pass through the Melaleucas.Comfort: The main bed was great, lounge chairs very comfy. However, it was quite hot while we were there and there are only 2 freestanding fans on site. The house wasn't too bad but the bunkhouse was quite hot. Would be good to have a couple of airconditioners installed.Host: Great communication from Heidi.All in all, we loved it and the kids had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

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