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$224 / night
Total guests, Nights

Driftwood House – Home 4882358 Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 3 sleeps
  • 2 nights min stay

Driftwood House – Home 4882358

  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 3
  • 2 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0 mi
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Driftwood is a cosy timber lakeside cabin that is close to Fox and Long Beach. It has views of the garden and the native vegetation surrounding the lake.

A wonderful base for taking long walks, fishing and bird watching.

Perfect location for 2 adults with a queen and single bed.

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
    Bedroom 2: Twin bed
  • 1 Shower

Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Getting around

You will need your own car

Interaction with guest

Check in is any time after 3pm and before 8pm. We will email you a few days before you arrive with recommendations, suggestions of things to see and do, directions and key arrangements.

Policies

Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

No parties or events

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About the owner

Sonya C.
Average reply time:
3 hours 11 minutes
Response rate:
100%
Calendar last updated:
12 May 2024
Years listed:
12
Based in:
Australia
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
10 reviews

Excellent
8
Very Good
2
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0

“Hidden Gem”

Reviewed 9 May 2021

A pleasant surprise on the quality of the accommodation.Great location quiet and peaceful close to the beach.

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

“A lovely weekend stay”

Reviewed 14 Jun 2017

My partner and I had a great stay at Driftwood House. The house is cosy and we were welcomed by some music and the heater already on- which was nice! The bed was so so comfortable and we were definite… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your review. We are very happy that you enjoyed the location close to the beach and lake and was nice and warm. I am sorry that there was no oil, I will make sure we leave some in the house. We would love to have you stay again.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Beautiful tranquil place”

Reviewed 1 Apr 2017

We spent our 45th wedding anniversary weekend here and it was delightful. Had everything we could have needed and more. Lovely welcome after long drive, music playing softly, air conditioner on and bo… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We would love to have you back to stay again.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Perfect in every way”

Reviewed 25 Sep 2016

We thoroughly enjoyed a (too) short stay here. Although there was constant rain, we managed to see most of Robe's sites and were more than happy to return to the cosiness of Driftwood House. On a… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your great review. I am glad you found a haven from the wonderful winter weather. Love you have you both back again. Kind regards, Sonya

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Fab Little Cottage”

Reviewed 21 Sep 2016

Stayed at Driftwood for 3 nights in September. Really fab little cottage, in a great location. House was clean and comfortable with everything supplied for an enjoyable stay. Certainly recommend. … More

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Response from the owner Thank you for the lovely feedback and recommendation. We are very lucky with the great location. Many thanks again, Sonya

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Highly recommended”

Reviewed 24 May 2016

A really comfortable, well equipped cottage and ideally situated for a seaside stay. It was very clean, well set up. We arrived to the heater going and music playing. The complimentary bottle of wine … More

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Response from the owner Thank you for highly recommending Driftwood. We are very lucky to have such a great location, near to beach, across from the lake and close to some great walks. We would be delighted to have you and your dogs back one day. Cheers, Sonya

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Fabulous cottage”

Reviewed 10 Jan 2016

My partner and I recently stayed at Driftwood house, lovely cottage for 2, very comfortable and everything you would need. Very close to walking trail and estuary, and beach, both which was great for … More

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Response from the owner Thank you for highly recommending Driftwood House. It is a great spot when it is a breezy day as there is always a spot that is protected! Thank you for staying. Kind regards, Sonya

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Holiday Haven”

Reviewed 14 Sep 2015

Excellent holiday house, great communication from owner, she rang to make sure we had arrived safely. Breakfast supplied for the first morning and a bottle of wine, could not ask for more.

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Response from the owner Thank you for your lovely review. I am glad you found Driftwood to be a wonderful little haven. Kind regards, Sonya

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Just beautiful”

Reviewed 10 Jan 2015

We had a stunning stay at Driftwood House following great communication with the proprietor who was most obliging with advice and directions. Upon arriving past dark the lights were on, there was a no… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your lovely review of Driftwood. It is wonderful to sit inside and watch all the birdlife in the water and vegetation. We are very lucky to have a property perched in such a sheltered position between the ocean and outlet. Looking forward to having you back again one day. Kind regards, Sonya

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Comfortable holiday abode by the sea”

Reviewed 24 Aug 2014

If you are looking for a great place in Robe SA close to the water but not in the hustle-bustle of the town centre, then this is the place. Comfortably sleeping 3 in two bedrooms, pets can be allowed … More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your review. Driftwood is in a very relaxing spot, great for walks, fishing and birdwatching. Glad that you enjoyed the day trip to the Coonawarra.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Sonya (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Sonya (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Sonya (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Sonya the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Sonya (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Sonya (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Sonya (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

Find out more about booking safely.

How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Sonya (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Sonya (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Sonya (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Sonya (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Sonya (the owner) a message.

If Sonya (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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