Title: Encounter Retreat Sum Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Encounter Retreat Sum Holiday home in Encounter Bay with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116400000/116399300/116399270/7e29dc04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116400000/116399300/116399270/w2992h2000x8y0-9f2ef2bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116400000/116399300/116399270/0ef4d3ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116400000/116399300/116399270/cba50a37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116400000/116399300/116399270/ec74c9ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Encounter Retreat Sum provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms4036 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Encounter Retreat Sum Summary: Capture it all from this 4-bedroom, 2 spacious living and 2-bathroom home boasting sea view entertaining for satisfying sunrises and sunsets. This home has everything you need and comfortably caters for families to unwind on the South Coast. The Space: 7 Tabernacle Rd, Encounter Bay Your idyllic holiday getaway awaits only 200m away from Encounter Lakes! This wonderful beach house will be sure to impress. The light and bright home is beautifully presented, with wrap around balcony, providing instant street appeal. The home exudes beach house holiday fun. The north easterly aspect captures the winter sun, adding to the bright happy feeling experienced once inside. On entering the home you walk into the spacious downstairs living room with its high ceilings, easy-care lime washed floating floors adding to the beachy holiday feel. There are three bedrooms downstairs – the largest with built-in robe. The main bathroom comes with bath, shower and vanity – the wc is separate to the bathroom. The laundry completes the downstairs floor plan. Upstairs will be sure to impress – the sea view enhanced by the wonderful aspect created by being on the prized corner allotment. The open plan living incorporates living/dining and kitchen, with two access points to the wide wrap around deck – a wonderful extension of space, providing a wonderful extension to the living room, perfect for alfresco dining. The kitchen comes with an island bench/breakfast bar, 900mm Westinghouse oven, gas cooktop and dishwasher. The master bedroom with walk-in robe also has access to the balcony - the bathroom with shower, vanity and wc. Additional features of the home include ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning and NBN connection. A short 100m walk will have you on the Franklin Parade foreshore – a magnificent coastal walking/running/bike track along the sea front – the iconic "Yilki General Store" and "Beach House Café" are both just around the corner and the Encounter Bay boat ramp is also close at hand, found at "The Bluff" adjacent to the popular "Whalers Seaside Restaurant". Encounter Bay, located on the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula, offers a myriad of attractions for visitors. From breathtaking beaches to lush parks, this region is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Encounter Bay coastline, where you can soak up the sun and take in the panoramic ocean views. The area is perfect for picnics, swimming, and simply unwinding in a tranquil setting. Don’t miss out on visiting the nearby Granite Island, famous for its little penguin colony. You can reach the island via a short walk across the causeway, and experience the thrill of spotting these adorable creatures. Another wonderful attraction is the John Compton Reserve (a few hundred metres north of the home) with playground and access to the lakeside beach – a great place to enjoy a swim or kayak. Wi-Fi Pets Negotiable Linen Included No Smoking No Parties or Events This property sleeps: 9 Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bedroom 3: 1 x Queen Bedroom 4: 1 x Tri Bunk ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 68269bc43a6a5c0010174be7 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-35.57315%2C138.60234&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bVB19dMOA2OhhmMqU9zskdK5sFU=) Encounter Bay, South Australia #### What's nearby - Kent Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Victor Harbor Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Warland Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - The Bluff - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles #### Getting around - Victor Harbor Station - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Grosvenor Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hotel Victor - ‬5 min drive - ‪Beach House Cafe - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Encounter Retreat Sum pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Encounter Retreat Sum? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Encounter Retreat Sum? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Encounter Retreat Sum located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Encounter Bay and Kent Reserve. Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead and The Bluff are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Encounter Retreat Sum Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.