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Outdoor dining
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Property grounds
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
American River, SA
  • The Oyster Farm Shop
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Buick Point
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • American River, SA (RCN)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Swordfish, Pet Friendly SHACK

2 bedroom home with great verandah views. Main bedroom with queen bed, second with 2 x bunk beds.
Wood Heater for the cosy winter days.
30 minute drive to Kingscote, Airport and Ferry Terminal at Penneshaw.
Fishing Charters available, great walking trails.
5 minute walk to Tennis Courts, Playground and Wharf area.
A great place for those wanting to relax and take in all Kangaroo Island has to offer.
Pet Friendly.
The entire property is fenced with a post/rail/wire fence with chicken wire below to secure the smaller dogs.
**There is one step from living area to kitchen/bathroom areas. Possibly not suitable for persons with disabilities.

The kitchen is basic, but should have all amenities.
There is a wood heater, but no air-conditioning (only fans).
There is no WIFI.

American River does not have a water supply to the houses. We rely on rain and trucked in water which can be difficult to organise at short notice and very expensive. DO NOT WASH YOUR CAR, BOAT OR FLUSH YOUR BOAT MOTOR. If you can leave some washing till you get home this will also help.

The front view is exceptional.

Property manager

Susan Walsh
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
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

About the area

American River

Located in American River, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Prospect Hill and Sealink Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Beyeria Conservation Park and Nepean Bay Conservation Park. Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum and Kingscote Tidal Pool are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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American River, SA

What's nearby

  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Buick Point - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Prospect Hill - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 29 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oyster Farm Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The River Deck Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Lodge Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Deck cafe on the wharf - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Swordfish, Pet Friendly SHACK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Swordfish, Pet Friendly SHACK?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swordfish, Pet Friendly SHACK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swordfish, Pet Friendly SHACK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of The Oyster Farm Shop and Buick Point. Prospect Hill is 7.9 mi (12.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely long weekend
Great dog friendly accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

anita p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorable
Swordfish was overall a comfortable ,practical holiday house. The views and location was amazing. Only thing it could do with would be a upgraded air conditioner. Loved our holiday here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Busy
A central location to see the whole island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short KI Stay
Comfortable, Rustic great location really enjoyed the view and stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Nice older style place that you can have your pet and enjoy the view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

L L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place for Exploring Kangaroo Island
We were happy to arrive at ‘Swordfish Shack’ and sad to go.Not surprised this pet-friendly home is usually booked out - it is a gem. Lovely views out to Pelican Lagoon, great bush and beach walks, and easy drives to everywhere. Felt at home with all we needed and lots of lovely little touches.We tried to leave it cleaner than we found it because it fit us so well. We would happily return but at least ten days would be ideal.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Swordfish Accommodation @ American River
A quirky shack. Old but very clean. Great views to the water from the deck. Sliding door to deck needs maintenance, very difficult to open and shut A very quiet area and a short ealk to the Oyster Farm.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy
Loved your little place! Loved the fireplace. Cozy homely and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie and Bruno D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SWORDFISH
Had a lovely stay, we will be back. American River is quiet and amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very memorable stay in a beautifully located warm house
Magic location and view, and a very warm combustion heater. Many thanks Susan, Oscar and I had a great stay. Best, john
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Excellent location. Quiet & cosy. Great views
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edmond Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We loved the location of this property - American River is peaceful and relaxed whilst parkland and waterfront (with bird life) is directly across the quiet road. The property is spacious and comfortable, nothing fancy but had everything we needed and was clean, with a nice outdoor deck at the front to enjoy meals when weather permits. Very happy to have stayed here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Swordfish
Highly recommended. Great for a quiet getaway. Property manager was very understanding about a slight mishap too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr & Mrs
Love the location thank you very much
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Swordfish
Absolutely beautiful location, very quite and tranquil with amazing views. The cottage is comfortable and has everything you need, I will be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie and Bruno D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SWORDFISH
WE WILL BE BACK NEXT YEAR, the screen doors need replacing, very hard to open, rgs Julie De Nichilo
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Pasquale A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pasquale
Property very well organised and fully equipped. Very pet friendly, our Leo enjoyed the safe fenced garden. Amazing view and perfectly located. Highly recommended for family with pets.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Maryorie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice old fashioned home
clean and tidy over all, however the kitchen pots and pans need to be clean or change, no serving spoons at all, good location, beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nailed It!
We had an amazing stay at Swordfish. The location is central to most things on the island and we did a fair bit of driving. The local establishments are an easy walk and the fire place was appreciated as the weather was cooler than normal for our stay. General store very well equipped and oysters from the oyster shop amazing. Loved the outdoor setting out front to enjoy the views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

naomi b.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location, run down place
The house was in a great location however was very dirty on arrival, with lots of dead bugs and other dirt around the place. The house is quite run down but sufficient. It has a nice deck area overlooking the water
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sue F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Swordfish
Location 10 out of 10. I had to buy drinking water because the water was brown and had a funky taste. I know its tank water so I would suggest a Brita Filter jug in the fridge for drinking water. Other than that, cant fault it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asha N., South Wentworthville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little property with an exquisite view
We stayed at Swordfish for 3 nights. The property is next to waterfront and perfect for a family get away. The 2 bedrooms were big enough to accommodate us 5. One bedroom with bunk beds for kids and other queen bed for us parents. Thanks to the boardgames and other games , the kids spent time playing and since there wasn't any wifi, the screen time was reduced to nil :-). The kitchen has all essential commodities to cook our brekky and dinner! Overall a small and nice place to spend some family time together!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Stan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
We watched swans, pelicans, oyster catchers etc. from the front deck. Water was only 50 metres away. Seafood shop and fishing jetty was 300 metres away. We would not hesitate to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, pleasant stay
Although the weather was unseasonably cold and wet we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The dogs loved exploring the yard and wine and cheese on the deck was just a great way to unwind. The house is extremely clean and very comfortable with all the amenities that you would need.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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Hosted by Susan Walsh

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