Title: Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109206505&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ ## Photo gallery for Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ ![Beach nearby - Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ (Island Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109206600/109206505/ca5fe5ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ (Island Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109206600/109206505/2644ae9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ (Island Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109206600/109206505/3cced369.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, WiFi, bed sheets - Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ (Island Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109206600/109206505/d60d1322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ (Island Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109206600/109206505/38ed69d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Island Beach on Kangaroo Island, this seaside retreat is a haven for up to four people. With two queen-sized beds, a spacious kitchen and bathroom, enjoy the serenity of native bushland and clear blue waters just 200m from your doorstep. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £202 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan ## 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. ### Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ This seaside nature retreat is located in Island Beach on Kangaroo Island, surrounded by over 2000sqm of native bushland and a gorgeous white sandy beach with clear blue water just 200m from your doorstep. Suitable for up to four people, this unique space is just 15 minutes from Penneshaw and 30 minutes to Kingscote. It includes 2 queen sized beds, a large kitchen, spacious bathroom and bench seated dining. To create even more magic within this space, there is an attached decking area for outdoor dining, bird watching and relaxing while you sit back and witness the nature of Kangaroo Island. THE SPACE: Located on 2000 square metres of Native Bushland, this unique tiny home retreat has everything you need and more! With two comfy queen beds, a large kitchen area, spacious bathroom, table and bench seated dining area on the deck, you can sit back and enjoy the serenity by the seaside. Bedroom one is a loft area accessible via a ladder and the second bedroom is a convertible sofa bed located in the elevated lounge area accessible via a pull out step. The lounge room comes with a movie hub projector and pull down projector screen (which also acts as the blind). There is dimmable lighting throughout creating an ambient space with reverse cycle air conditioning, promising a very comfortable stay during both Winter and Summer. The Kitchen provides ample space for cooking up a storm, including a Chef Oven, Smeg appliances (Smeg coffee machine, kettle and toaster) double gas cook tops, large kitchen sink and fridge/ freezer. The bathroom boasts an extra large shower with a waterfall shower head and complimentary body wash, shampoo and conditioner. The attached deck offers an outdoor breakfast bar and stools as well as a small table and chairs to sit back and enjoy the gorgeous views of the bushland while you wine and dine. A memorable stay for nature and beach lovers 🌿🌊 ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44330000/44322100/44322031/180-79fcfd06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside village, close to Penneshaw, surrounded by scenic beaches and wildlife. 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as 425660 ## 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-35.79940%2C137.80170&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cMIFIwBUDbv-RYHJ9ULMkU64LkI=) Island Beach, SA #### What's nearby - Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw \- 16 min drive \- 14.0 miles - Sealink Ferry Terminal \- 16 min drive \- 14.4 miles - Kangaroo Island Spirits \- 27 min drive \- 31.7 miles - Kingscote Tidal Pool \- 32 min drive \- 35.8 miles #### Getting around - Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Glossy Black Restaurant - ‬21 min drive - ‪The River Deck Cafe - ‬19 min drive - ‪Oyster Farm Shop - ‬23 min drive - ‪Samphire Restaurant - ‬21 min drive - ‪The Deck cafe on the wharf - ‬23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’? ### How much is parking at Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’? ### What time is check-in at Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’? ### What time is check-out at Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Seaside Nature Retreat in Island Beach ‘Wattle’ 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 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew B. 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Gorgeous little house!Really enjoyable stay with a lovely bush outlook. Great location on the island, not too far from the ferry. Owners were responsive and helpful with our questions. :) ##### Andrew B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yongwen 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great Experience ##### Yongwen Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Doron E. 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Amazing Location Secluded, amazing location, smart and clean property. Amazing stay for a couple but too small and uncomfortable for a family. Hat off to the owners for providing such smart innovative accommodation but should only accept couple sonly accept couplesa ##### Doron E. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alison B. 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Alison B. 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