Title: Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by Family-friendly holiday home in Encounter Bay ## Photo gallery for Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by ![Exterior - Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by (Encounter Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76550000/76549000/76548937/a7eff0cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by (Encounter Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76550000/76549000/76548937/4612404b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by (Encounter Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76550000/76549000/76548937/814573c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by (Encounter Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76550000/76549000/76548937/c4c55e73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, Netflix, DVD player, streaming services - Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by (Encounter Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76550000/76549000/76548937/bbf6d0e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a quiet elevated street, Encounter Bay House offers panoramic views of the country and coast. Enjoy these scenic vistas from the great balcony or entertain in style with an island bench, dining table, and BBQ area. With NBN-connected WiFi and Netflix available on the main TV, this 4-bedroom house is perfect for relaxation and good times. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by Quiet elevated street with views to country and coast. A 2 story 4 bedroom house setup for relaxation and good times. Great balcony for enjoying the scenic views of Encounter Bay and the country side. Main entertaining area flows into the kitchen with island bench and dining table for convenience. All with views. Downstairs 3 bedrooms, bathroom, laundry, sperate toilet and another entertaining area with LCD TV. Outside a large flat entertaining space and BBQ area with 8 seater outdoor table to enjoy the northerly ambience. NBN connected with free WIFI and Netflix available for you to log on, on the main Sony 55 inch LCD TV. Sony Sound bar to connect to with Bluetooth. 2 separate living areas with TV's (no Netflix/internet on downstairs TV) so that kids can play and relax in their own space. Full kitchen with dishwasher and large fridge. Brand new reverse cycle air conditioning to ensure comfort. Main bedroom has its own ensuite with bath. Elevated walkway from street into the top floor. 8 minute walk to the beach and another 2 minutes along the walkway to the Yilki Deli and the restaurants next to it. The property comes with bed linen. Towels are not provided. Off street parking with carport at rear of property Note: a standard night is up to 6 people. An extra charge applies per person over six. ( max 8 people in total) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Netflix - Smart TV - Stereo - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34668700/34668636/0b70158e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breathtaking Views of Encounter Bay Pet Friendly Encounter Bay - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=34668636&PinnedHotelID=34668636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107700000/107698100/107698006/443f17c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ratties Residence 6 Carnegie St, Port Ellliot Port Elliot - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 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 ## 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-35.57127%2C138.59415&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9Yb0cao_bSHc1ow1juowWrShtII=) Encounter Bay, SA #### What's nearby - Encounter Bay \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Kent Reserve \- 3 min drive \- 2.1 miles - The Bluff \- 8 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead \- 8 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Port Willunga Beach \- 40 min drive \- 34.7 miles #### Getting around - Victor Harbor Station - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Grosvenor Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Beach House Cafe - ‬13 min walk - ‪Hotel Victor - ‬5 min drive - ‪Victor Ice Creamery - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by? ### What time is check-in at Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by? ### What time is check-out at Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by? ### Where is Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Views, space and tranquility with bay and beach close by Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meryl D. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed the location Great place to stay, so close to Victor Harbour Very comfy bed and seperate living area to your guests which is great!Well stocked kitchen ##### Meryl D. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amelia S. 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New Year’s Eve The property was lovely and lots of room for the people that it holds. All beds and couches are comfortable, all kitchens and bathrooms were perfect and had everything you needed ##### Amelia S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt M. 16 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Fantastic Property ##### Matt M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt M. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Encounter Bay Great house - Enjoyed the stay ##### Matt M. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine B. 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable and spacious. Overall the property is really lovely and we would book again. Some shelving in kitchen for food would be xtra helpful, but a minor issue compared with what is offered !! ##### Christine B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam A. 6 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing escape from daily grind A neatly presented property, with plenty of space. Nice, quiet neighbourhood and will be back at some stage. ##### Adam A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgina B. 22 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easter getaway We stayed at the property for a family Easter getaway. The house was nicely presented and met all of our needs. ##### Georgina B. 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