Title: Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour 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 # Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Riverwalk cottage with marina and free breakfast ![Boathouse Retreat | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/3e171ebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Boathouse Retreat | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/9c52a3bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/78fd510a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Boathouse Retreat | Street view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/956e4f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/5c76a20c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Steam Exchange Brewery and Artworx Gallery, Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour provides free continental breakfast, a marina and a terrace. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2645 sq ft ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast included - Laundry - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Riverwalk cottage with marina and free breakfast This smoke-free cottage features a marina, a lazy river and dry cleaning. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and express check-in are on-site. The cottage features a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, plus a balcony and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Conveniences include a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker, and guests will appreciate thoughtful touches, such as an espresso maker and slippers. Housekeeping is available once per stay. This cottage offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes queen sofa beds and desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star cottage has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. Recreational amenities at the cottage include a lazy river. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - In-room massages - Manicures/pedicures - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Down comforter - Egyptian cotton sheets - Pillowtop mattress - Queen sofa bed - Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 100 per stay ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Window screens ### Entertainment - 50-inch flat-screen TV - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Marina - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Portable shower seat - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Electrical adapters - Free bottled water - Guidebooks - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Local maps - Luggage storage - Restaurant dining guides - Tour and ticket assistance ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the boardwalk/promenade - Near the ocean - On the riverwalk - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Boat tours - Bicycle rentals nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing nearby - Skydiving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 3 buildings - 3 units - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Built in 1910 - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Soundproofing - Towels (changed on request) - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk, key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per stay. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 professionally cleaned 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 This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Goolwa Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation House Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation House Goolwa Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Guesthouse Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Guesthouse Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour - Marina & Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Cottage Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Goolwa North Guesthouse Birks Harbour - Marina & Luxury Accommodation Birks Harbour - Marina & Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation ## About the area Located in Goolwa North, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers looking for local activities can try Steam Exchange Brewery and Goolwa Golf Course, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by South Australian Whale Centre. Artworx Gallery and Boomer Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking. [Visit our Goolwa North travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Goolwa-North.dx6343706) [View more Cottages in Goolwa North](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Goolwa-North-Cottages.d6343706-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-35.49541%2C138.79880&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GyM-pD_yDqK2d2R8q0zJiOt2Kaw=) 138 Liverpool Road, Goolwa North, SA, 5214 ### What's nearby - Goolwa Wharf Markets - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Steam Exchange Brewery - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Artworx Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Goolwa Motor Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Goolwa Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles ### Getting around - Goolwa Station - 3 min drive - Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 81 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Thai Days - ‬2 min drive - Cafe 52 Fourteen - ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬2 min drive - ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬3 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour located? > Situated on the riverwalk, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Steam Exchange Brewery, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Artworx Gallery and Goolwa Golf Course. Boomer Beach and South Australian Whale Centre are also within 12 mi (20 km). Goolwa Station is 21 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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