Arukah Cottage - 1860's 1- Bedroom Country Cottage Couples Retreat - Mount Torrens

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Mount Torrens, SA

Lobethal Bushland Park9 min drive
National Motor Museum12 min drive
Adelaide Zoo44 min drive
Adelaide, SA (ADL)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Arukah Cottage - 1860's 1- Bedroom Country Cottage Couples Retreat

Beautifully light and cosy, this 1-Bedroom 1860's stone cottage B&B offers a rustic and rural couples retreat. Surrounded by willows, cottage gardens & birdlife, this small acreage is a true escape to the country experience with a soaking bathtub to die for!

A combustion & open fire creates definite 'Hygge' (A Danish word for warm &Cosy), with large country bathroom and high raked bedroom ceilings add class to this inviting much loved home.

Full kitchen with a 90cm Smeg oven perfect for baking & included provisions left for a light breakfast.

Arukah is surrounded by wide open spaces, boutique wineries, local pubs, and bespoke cafe's. A 25 min drive to Hahndorf, Stirling and 30 mins to the Barossa Valley.

Property manager

Donna Stark

Languages

English

Amenities

Outdoor space

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

Mount Torrens

Located in Mount Torrens, this cottage is in a rural area. Lobethal Road Winery and Protero Celler Door are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Porter Scrub Conservation Park and Lobethal Bushland Park.

Mount Torrens, SA

What's nearby

Lobethal Bushland Park - 9 min drive
National Motor Museum - 12 min drive
Adelaide Casino - 43 min drive
Adelaide Oval - 44 min drive
Adelaide Zoo - 44 min drive

Getting around

Bugle Ranges Station - 37 min drive
Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

Melba's Chocolate Factory - 11 min drive
Lobethal Bierhaus - 9 min drive
Emma & Ivy - 9 min drive
Lobethal Bakery - 8 min drive
Bedford Hotel - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arukah Cottage - 1860's 1- Bedroom Country Cottage Couples Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Arukah Cottage - 1860's 1- Bedroom Country Cottage Couples Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arukah Cottage - 1860's 1- Bedroom Country Cottage Couples Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arukah Cottage - 1860's 1- Bedroom Country Cottage Couples Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lobethal Road Winery and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Porter Scrub Conservation Park. Lobethal Bushland Park and Protero Celler Door are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

1 Apr 2024

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

A Romantic Weekend

Our time at the marvelous Arukah Cottage was truly delightful! It's a place that will always hold a special place in both Eden and my hearts. The cottage's charming presentation and luxurious features epitomise the essence of Australian living. Overall, our experience was incredibly pleasant and memorable.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

18 Jan 2024

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

Tranquility in the Adelaide Hills

My wife and I spent a week at Arukah Cottage and enjoyed our stay very much. Our hosts Donna and Andy greeted us on arrival and were available if needed throughout our stay. They were also very thoughtful, leaving us some lovely treats to enjoy while at the cottage. The cottage was cosy while also being very stylish and set in beautiful grounds. The location is somewhat secluded (which I like) but reasonably near to shops if you need to pop out for anything. Our only regret is being too busy visiting relatives around Adelaide, reducing the amount of time we were able to spend at the cottage. We've done quite a few short stays around Victoria and other parts of Australia and this particular stay is at the top of our list to re-visit. Highly recommended. Thanks again Donna and Andy.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S.

20 Nov 2023

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

A wonderful experience

It was a wonderful stay with donna and andy being fabulous hosts. We will most definitely be back for a much needed relaxation and retreat ❤️

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Donna Stark

We live in the gorgeous Adelaide Hills surrounded by farm land and vineyards. We love big wide open spaces, birdlife and creating a place where people can rest and restore. Our cottage was a B&B before we purchased it. We stayed for 2 nights many years ago ourselves as guests. So you can imagine how we 'pinched ourselves' when we found it for sale and in a whirlwind of events in 2016, we purchased it. We haven't looked back. Now we love to share it with others.

Why they chose this property

We love rural living but close to surrounding towns. The Barossa valley and the hills are equal distance apart. The morning birdsong, animal life and weepy tree, our fruit orchard and idyllic old world living are attractive to us.

What makes this property unique

It's 1860's stone and undulating landmarks, coupled with old elms, apple trees and cosy warm fires attracted us from the moment we saw it. It is small, not large and modern, and feels a little like a 'hobbit' house. We love that.