Title: Shack by the Sea Middleton 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 # Shack by the Sea Middleton Holiday home in Middleton with kitchen and patio ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/1e7786d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/9d803c4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/6ee11fb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/6b27c1e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/f54720cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this charming 3 bedroom beach shack in Middleton, nestled between Goolwa and Victor Harbor. Enjoy unspoilt views of the surrounding nature reserve from the back deck, or take a short stroll along the bike path to access long stretches of pristine beach perfect for swimming, boarding & surfing. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Shack by the Sea Middleton 3 bedroom beach shack with open plan kitchen, dining and loungeroom. After 20years it was time for the shack to have a refresh. Painted throughout, with new sofa, TV, bookcases, dinnerware, saucepans and frypans. New outdoor setting, perfect to sit and look out over the garden and nature reserve. Decking along front and back of property and landscaped to fit within the surrounding nature reserve. On the bike path between Goolwa and Victor Harbor. Great bakeries, restaurants and hotels 5minute drive. The shack is fully equipped for families with games, books, toys, and boggie boards. The area out the back is grassed for children to play on and there is a picnic table at the back of the property to enjoy spectacular sunsets. Please note tea towels, quilts/blankets and pillowcases are supplied. You will need to supply your own bedsheets and towels. If this is a concern please contact us to discuss. Please note during peak period Dec/Jan full payment is required 5 weeks prior to commence of booking date. Cancellation 4 weeks prior to booking will incur 100% of total booking fee. THE SHACK IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT TO SCHOOLIES - due to previous damage occurring by schoolies. Locality Middleton is a town in South Australia on the eastern end of the south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It is situated between the towns of Port Elliot and Goolwa. A holiday and tourist destination with a popular surf beach. Some Southern Right Whales calve and mate in the waters off Middleton's beaches and can be viewed from Middleton Point or Bashams Beach during the whale watching season (June or July to October). Shack located at the Goolwa end of Middleton - along the bike path Beach access - can see path from the front deck, tuck your board under your arm and head for the beach - takes a whole 2 minutes. No through road, close to Encounter Bike path that runs from Goolwa to Victor Harbour, nature reserve behind and sea out front. Unspoilt views from back deck of nature reserve Long unspoilt beach suitable for swimming, boarding & surfing. Close to restaurants and pubs in Middleton, Goowla & Pt Elliot Best bakeries - Middleton, then Pt Elliot Things to see and do Middleton Surfing and swimming beaches Whale watching Steam train rides Walk or cycle the Encounter Bikeway Walking distance to the beach, Park, Tavern, Shops, Chemist, Arts and Crafts Goolwa and Pt Elliot Markets Currency Creek or Langhorne Creek Wineries Fishing - Coorong, local beach or off Pt Elliott Jetty Tennis courts Middleton, behind the local pub Scenic Flights- Goolwa Airfield Goolwa River Cruises Historical Buildings Surf & Sun Surf School - Surf & Sun Learn to Surf South Australia offer a range of Learn to Surf options to suit you. They are a licensed surf school with Surfing Australia and focus on providing you with a fun, exciting and most importantly a safe Learn to Surf experience. If you are after a once off lesson or wish to take your surfing further, we can help you. Located at Middleton Beach Surf & Sun has qualified instructors, new equipment and a professional and fun approach to surfing. Town Facilities Cafe, Take Away, Tavern, Bakery, Blues Restaurant, Medical Centre, Chemist, Beautician, Surf Shop, Bus Service. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70970000/70969200/70969178/fd421837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing sea and hills views. 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Particularly iPhone cords, iPads and toiletries. Many thanks. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total (up to 10 kg per pet) Note from host: Please note garden is not fenced. ### 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Shack by the Sea Middleton Middleton Shack by the Sea Middleton Private vacation home Shack by the Sea Middleton Private vacation home Middleton 160296 ## 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-35.51439%2C138.74109&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mm6VflWJv_6Wfa-0ycfF2v10lBU=) Middleton, SA #### What's nearby - Surfers Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Tokuremoar Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Middleton Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles - Port Elliot Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles - Port Willunga Beach - 45 min drive - 37.0 miles #### Getting around - Goolwa Station - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬8 min drive - ‪Salt - ‬8 min drive - ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬6 min drive - ‪Thai Days - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shack by the Sea Middleton pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. ### How much is parking at Shack by the Sea Middleton? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Shack by the Sea Middleton? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shack by the Sea Middleton? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Shack by the Sea Middleton located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Surfers Beach and Tokuremoar Reserve. Middleton Beach and Basham Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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