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THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL

Vacation home in Goolwa with kitchenette and patio

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Sun loungers
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Property grounds
Marina
Step into the bright, modern Shack by the Murray River, perfect for a relaxing weekend getaway. Stroll to town's Alfresco cafe or unwind at home with a BBQ in one of two outdoor entertaining areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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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 SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL

Bright, modern newly refurbished open plan 1 bedroom shack, perfect place for a couple wanting a relaxing weekend away.

Stroll down to the towns Alfresco cafe, shops, restaurants & Murray River or simply relax at home with a BBQ.

Equipped with a kitchenette that provides a microwave, air fryer and hot plate (no oven) modern furniture inside & out. Two entertaining areas with BBQ and Webber. Note w/c is under main roof, access from side carport.

This shack caters for humans and their pets offering a large fully enclosed yard with ample parking space for cars and boats. Side carport with side access into home. No WIFI sorry!

Explore the Fleurieu Peninsulas many tourist attractions from food and wine trials + markets to fantastic cycle rides. Port Elliot to Victor Harbour are in close driving distance or leave the car at home and take the Cockle Train to either town and explore on foot.

Next door 1 bedroom stone cottage available for rent too. Great opportunity to combine family holidays alongside each other. Own private yard and pet friendly. Message me re booking (The Old Cottage & the shack as a package)

If you should require just one nights accommodation please contact me and we may be able to accommodate your request.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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

Property is also known as

Shack Goolwa North House
Shack Goolwa North
The Shack Goolwa North Goolwa
The Shack Goolwa North Private vacation home
The Shack Goolwa North Private vacation home Goolwa
150860

About the neighborhood

Map
Goolwa, SA

What's nearby

  • Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Steam Exchange Brewery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Artworx Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Goolwa Motor Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 14 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 52 Fourteen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai Days - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Royal Family Hotel - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL located?

Located in the heart of Goolwa, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage, Goolwa Museum, and Goolwa Wharf Markets. Steam Exchange Brewery and Artworx Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km). Goolwa Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 267 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

A great gem of a stay. Just what we needed, great yard for our dogs. Great to catch afternoon sun at my back and read a book and chill out
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay relaxation

We have stayed twice now at this property and have enjoyed its location, quiet neighbourhood, restful setting and clean facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great getaway

Cosy, comfy and beautifully decorated. Loved our stop over.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The shack

Comfortable residence and Convenient location .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay, clean & tidy. Our fur babies loved it

Great location, plenty to see & do. Short drive to Port Elliott & Victor Harbour. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marita A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location

Our second time staying here & it won't be our last. Big yard for the dogs to enjoy. Very clean & great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The shack Goolwa

Lovely little cottage, lovely spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jan w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Nook

So handy to walk to the main street. Cosy, cool, clean, good value for money and secure for our dog. Great outdoor undercover areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little retreat

Just me and the dog, he loved the yard. A short drive to the beach. Our second visit but hopefully not our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay .

The shack was an enjoyable stay . Walking distance to the wharf , cafes and pub . Quiet location , all fenced off with a big yard for your furbaby to run around in . Would definitely recommend and will definitely be staying there again 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant little cottage

I absolutely loved my stay at The Shack. It was perfectly located and perfectly sweet. My two Jack Russell's loved running zoomies around the yard. Great two days, wish I'd booked more!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolynne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect

It was perfect for what we wanted clean and handy, lovely garden, and everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

The Shack was just as it was listed and just perfect for our stay. It was spotlessly clean. The added bonus was the fenced area which our dogs loved playing in. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dehane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

Delightful property. Clean, clear communication and perfect location. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micaela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Neat little bundle!

Lovely little place with a generous yard. Walking distance to town. Clean and tidy. No actual kitchen but all appliances to get the cooking done are provided. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

It was very comfortable shack, we would stay again

very clean and tidy - I would like to suggest a simple coat stand to hang a few items on - Bunning a simple bamboo one small enough to fit by the window where the stool were. Other than that everything was great Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

Perfect low maintenance pet friendly get away. Located within walking distance to Main Street. Safe yard for our dog. Condition of property is exactly as advertised- no surprises. Communication from host was absolutely impeccable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip to the Coorong

"The Shack" was a quaint little cottage within walking distance to all local sights and shops. Plenty of natural habitats for the local flora and fauna. The only thing negative i would say about it is that there could have been more kitchen utensils and cookware items. As we are of an age where we prefer eating indoors than at outdoor establishments. We both enjoyed our stay very much and would recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Shack

Lovely little property. Pet friendly secure fencing. I was in desperate need of tourist info. Maps and what to do. Food places. Nothing was immediatley visible in the unit. First stop was the info centre in town. I eventually found some tourist info tucked away in a cupboard. This should be visible for all visitors as soon as you enter. I had to contact the property manager on arrival as I wasn't sure how to get in. I probably should have been informed the key would be located under the mat. Couple of hiccups, but lovely couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Tiki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! Nat is lovely. To be able to stay away with my dog who was able to have fun in a secure yard is priceless.Everything you need there. I couldn't get the heater going, but it blew air & I think it was me & the remote.Only improvement would be inside tiolet. Thanks for having us and we hope to be back xo
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy

Everything needed supplied, very comfy bed, 10 minute walk to the main street, easy access, nice and quiet. Woul dstay again no problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break

needed a peaceful weekend …needed tv and DVD player.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at The Shack. It’s cosy inside and local to Goowla town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

simon p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ok and the dogs enjoyed it but maybe a little overpriced considering you have to go outside in the cold to go to the toilet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Found it quite good size yard could have had somewhere to hang clothes.

Property was in short distance to main street not far fro Middleton and Pt Elliot
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025