Title: The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach 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 # The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach Holiday home in Marion Bay with patio ## Photo gallery for The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach ![Terrace/patio - The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach (Marion Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/30a7777b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo - The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach (Marion Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/c0eacf25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach (Marion Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/46d6550c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach (Marion Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/f77e0246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach (Marion Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/1c16ac02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the heart of Marion Bay and unwind in this eco-friendly beach house, surrounded by nature. The Architect-designed home features an open-plan living space with a slow combustion fire, upstairs queen-sized bedrooms overlooking bushland reserves, and a large undercover deck perfect for barbecues. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - 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. ### The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach This Architect-designed and owned beach house, sleeps up to 10, and has an open-plan kitchen/living/dining with high ceilings and ceiling fans. It is lined almost entirely in hoop pine panelling, heated by a slow combustion fire and naturally ventilated. Upstairs there are two queen-sized double bedrooms overlooking a bushland reserve towards the coast, and a large shared bathroom. Downstairs there are two bedrooms each with ceiling fans, a sofa bed and bunk beds. There is also a bathroom with laundry facilities. Sitting on the large sheltered north-facing deck you are immersed in the landscape with a bush garden full of birds. The house backs onto a bushland reserve with a walking track that takes you to beautiful Willyama Beach in five minutes. This eco-friendly home is the perfect place to relax in nature and enjoy Marion Bay and Innes National Park. Features: 4 bedrooms 2 queen beds upstairs 2 with double sofa bed and 1 bunk bed each 2 bathrooms with showers toilets Open living, dining, kitchen with flat screen TV/DVD and Bose Bluetooth speaker system suitable for smart phones Slow combustion wood heater Split system air conditioning to down stairs living area Large undercover deck with Weber Q BBQ, large table with chairs 2 timber sun lounges Strictly no smoking Pets on request BYO all bed linen, towels tea towels Designer kitchen with stone bench tops, Miele appliances, including dishwasher and drinks fridge Aerobic waste system irrigates the garden Rainwater tanks ## Property amenities ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114095600/114095592/d5dd0e98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandy Daze - New Single Story Holiday Home Marion Bay - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=114095592&PinnedHotelID=114095592&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114095600/114095587/fcd1fbd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clearwaters - Single story, 4-bedroom holiday home Marion Bay - Air-conditioning - Barbecue grill 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=114095587&PinnedHotelID=114095587&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41460000/41453400/41453302/48f88ed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casadelmar - Prime Position, With Sea Views Marion Bay - Air-conditioning - Barbecue grill 8.4 Very good 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=41453302&PinnedHotelID=41453302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34012600/34012535/b4bb3a4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Melaleuca Retreat Marion Bay at the edge of Innes. Marion Bay - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 206 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=34012535&PinnedHotelID=34012535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 not indicated whether 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 AU-2969-listing-22 Vrbo Property ## 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-35.24766%2C136.97556&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=373mSXobaGFJRaZyU0k7g4k9Bx4=) Marion Bay, South Australia #### What's nearby - Penguin Point \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Innes National Park \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Jolly Beach \- 8 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Butler's Beach \- 37 min drive \- 14.1 miles - Bungalee Beach \- 41 min drive \- 15.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Marion Bay Tavern - ‬2 min drive - ‪Beach Break - ‬2 min drive - ‪Rhino's Tavern - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach? ### What time is check-out at The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach? ### Where is The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### JACK H., Adelaide 4 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Marion bay Great place to stay, photos don’t do justice, highly recommend ##### JACK H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter a., Sydney, Australia 24 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Architect’s House Beautiful property, superb garden and lovely location minutes walk to the beach. Really tranquil and restful winter stay with wood fire. ##### peter a. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anna V. 1 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice design This house has a good layout for families. Everything needed for a holiday has been provided. ##### Anna V. Stayed 3 nights in May 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Annette C. 19 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable & well equipped. We enjoy staying at holiday rentals that offer a different setting & decor. The Architects House provided this. Very comfortable & well equipped property. Great bird life as well. ##### Annette C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle C. 21 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location We thoroughly enjoyed a long weekend in the well appointed house. It has everything you need to relax and unwind with just the right amount of space both inside and out. Access to the beach is very easy. Whilst the neighbours are close you still felt secluded. Would definitely recommend and would hope to be lucky enough to stay again. ##### Michelle C. 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