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SPACIOUS RETREAT on ADELAIDE'S CITY FRINGE – PERFECT for GROUPS & FAMILIES

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Exterior
Living/TV space
View from Kitchen of the Dining/Living room with Cafe Style opening doors.
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Parkside, SA
  • Rundle Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Adelaide Convention Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Adelaide Oval
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

SPACIOUS RETREAT on ADELAIDE'S CITY FRINGE – PERFECT for GROUPS & FAMILIES

Looking for a comfortable, private home for your next short-term stay in Adelaide? Look no further! Our modern and spacious property offers everything you need for a relaxing getaway, comfortably sleeping up to ten guests.

Located in a quiet and desirable neighborhood, on Adelaide's City Fringe. This property combines stylish design with ample living space. Whether you're here for a short visit or a longer stay, you'll enjoy the open-plan living areas, fully equipped kitchen, and cozy bedrooms. Perfect for families, friends, or business groups looking for a home-away-from-home experience.

Features:

Comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests

Spacious living areas with plenty of room to relax

Modern and stylish interior design

Fully equipped kitchen for your convenience

Simple check-in process to make your arrival stress-free

Exceptional host: Pete is dedicated to ensuring you have an unforgettable stay

Guests rave about the warm atmosphere, and some even enjoy daily visits from the friendly Blue Tongue Lizard residents, Barry & Larry!

Come experience why our returning guests love this property, and let us make your stay in Adelaide one to remember. We're confident you'll want to come back again soon!

Book your stay today!

The Whitehouse - A conveniently and ideally located, Adelaide gem.... in city-fringe Parkside.

Within easy walking distance to Adelaide City..... easy access to Adelaide's VAILO 500 Track, The Iconic Adelaide Oval, Adelaide's Convention Centre and Festival Theatre, And close to some of Adelaide's premier events, including the Fringe Festival, WOMAD and Adelaide's numerous sports and cultural events.

Natural light filters through the full-width cafe doors opening onto a sandstone patio and a 7-seated, stylish, outdoor dining table, covered by a UPF50+ gazebo to protect you from the sun. There is also a BBQ (not undercover). The rear patio flows onto a landscaped, well-established, fully maintained garden.

Secure parking, remote-controlled security garage and additional off-street (front courtyard) parking, safely located behind the main slatted timber electric slide gate. Private entrance via the remote-controlled security garage.

What our guests LOVE about The WHITEHOUSE.

Ellie's review: 12/02/202

5 Stars
This house was perfect for my work trip, Peter was fantastic in communicating and responding and allowed an early check-in which was very helpful on the day.
Great location and easy-to-access cafes, and restaurants...... very close to the city.

Very spacious house, very clean and exactly what the description says
Would definitely stay there again

10/10 Excellent
Lucianne N.
22 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
This was the perfect accommodation - both comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. The owner was also very friendly and flexible with arrangements.

Security remote-controlled garage plus secure on-site car parking for one large SUV or a Ute and a medium-sized car.

Within walking distance to Adelaide CBD.......Accessed via Adelaide's scenic Southern Parklands, which border the suburb of Parkside.

Easy access to public transport, Adelaide cafes, restaurants and major attractions.

Only a short 5-minute stroll to the newly renovated ARKABA hotel....recently crowned 2024's.... BEST overall hotel in South Australia.

A 20-minute drive to Adelaide Airport and Glenelg Beach.

Easy drive to all of Adelaide's wine regions.

Close proximity to The Adelaide Hills. Just a 10-minute drive up Glen Osmond Road to Adelaide's Cool Climate, wine region and some of the best white wine in Australia.

Fast unlimited WiFi, able to handle multiple devices streaming HD videos at the same time. Recently verified by Measurement Labs Speed Test.

***BEDROOM 1***
The ground floor has a bedroom with 1 double bed and single wardrobe, fully accessible, through a 1.62 metre, fully closeable, private double door (no steps or stairs) Serviced by a separate enclosed shower and separate... 1/2 bathroom (bathroom vanity and toilet) with ground floor access (no steps or stairs) conveniently situated next to this bedroom.

***BEDROOMS 2 and 3 ***
Upstairs are two LARGE, double, light-filled bedrooms,


BEDROOM 2, has a Queen Bed, a Single Bed...And extensive fitted wardrobe space.

BEDROOM 3, has a Queen bed, and a bunk bed (2 single beds, placed one above the other.)...And extensive fitted wardrobe space.

Both bedrooms are serviced on the same floor by a fully tiled main bathroom with an indulgent spa bath, large vanity, and frameless glass shower.

BEDROOM 4, is located in a central upstairs area with a single bed, small TV, Scandi single lounge chair, as well as generous storage cupboards.

All the beds have linen supplied, with pillows, sheets, quilts & quilt covers, including throw blankets to keep you nice and warm at night-

***Kitchen***
Situated on the ground floor is the white cabinetry modern kitchen providing a 900mm stainless steel Smeg gas cooktop and under bench oven with canopy rangehood.
Abundant storage, including a good-sized pantry and a further pull-out pantry.
The double-width island benchtop with a double sink has soft touch opening cupboards on each side.
Adjoining the kitchen is a spacious high ceilinged, light-filled dining and living area with full-width cafe doors opening to a sandstone patio and a 7-seated, stylish, outdoor dining table, covered by a UPF50+ gazebo to protect you from the sun. There is also a BBQ (not undercover) with the rear patio flowing onto a landscaped, well-established, and fully maintained garden.

Secure parking, remote-controlled security garage as well as additional off-street (front courtyard) parking, safely located behind the main slatted timber security slide gate.

We prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility. Your support in conserving energy and recycling during your stay is greatly appreciated. Kindly ensure lights, AC, and appliances are switched off when not in use.

Property manager

Peter Rowe
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This house is not suitable for School Leavers, Hens, Bucks parties/events/birthday parties. Noise must be kept to a minimum.
It can be used for confirmed guests only. Additional visitors are not permitted without prior approval from the owner.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

About the area

Adelaide

Located in Adelaide, this holiday home is in the city centre. Adelaide Botanic Gardens and Her Majesty's Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Adelaide Zoo and Adelaide Showground. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Adelaide Oval or Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Power boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Parkside, SA

What's nearby

  • Rundle Mall - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Adelaide Casino - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Adelaide Convention Centre - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Adelaide Zoo - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • City South Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Adelaide Unley Park Station - 5 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mr.Nick's Kitchen & Coffee Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Earl of Leicester Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shiqi Restaurant 喜相逢 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cremorne Hotel - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SPACIOUS RETREAT on ADELAIDE'S CITY FRINGE – PERFECT for GROUPS & FAMILIES pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at SPACIOUS RETREAT on ADELAIDE'S CITY FRINGE – PERFECT for GROUPS & FAMILIES?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPACIOUS RETREAT on ADELAIDE'S CITY FRINGE – PERFECT for GROUPS & FAMILIES?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SPACIOUS RETREAT on ADELAIDE'S CITY FRINGE – PERFECT for GROUPS & FAMILIES located?

Located in Parkside, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Himeji Gardens, Burnside Village Shopping Centre and Veale Gardens. Tandanya (National Aboriginal Cultural Institute) and Rymill Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very comfortable stay
Pete was very accommodating, greeting us at the property for a quick "run through." The layout of the living spaces flows really well. Beds were very comfortable & everything was clean & nicely presented. Great location with plenty of local amenities close by.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great city stay
An excellent property in a quiet neighbourhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maja M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and clean property in a great location
Great, well kept house in a lovely location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaylene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Peter was a great host and would recommend this property. Great location and had everything we needed
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped, quiet base for a stay in Adelaide
House comes very well equipped and was very clean on our arrival. Instructions were easy to follow and it was nice to be met by Pete the owner for check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
It was a great place to stay as it was close to public transport and shops. The city was only a 10 minute bus ride making it easy to escape the city but still be close to it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheree A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place!
This was our second visit and it didn't disappoint. The house is modern and spacious and has plenty of room and living space. The check in process is simple and Pete is an exceptional host. We loved our daily visits from Barry & Larry and can't recommend this place highly enough! I'm sure we will be back again one day!!We
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucianne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
This was the perfect accomodation - both comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. The owner was also very friendly and flexible with arrangements.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location
We loved our stay- great host and super location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
The White House was spacious and clean with good facilities for our nine day stay. Closeness to the CBD and market was appreciated. Communications with Pete, the host, were friendly and always helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house.
Very nice place in a lovely area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and secure yard for little dogs!
Lovely property and perfect for anyone with little dogs. Very secure. Great amenities and fab location near the city. The host (Pete) is very welcoming and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harvest Haven
Great location, great house, very clean, close to City, amenities, coffee shops only a stroll away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C., Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend stay
A large space in a quiet area. Host was attentive and easy to contact if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection house in the perfect location
Everything was just great. We were 5 friends and the size and layout was ideal. So close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Bridget F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
The owner was very friendly, helpful and accommodating, and happy to assist. The towels and linen could perhaps do with an update, overall enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catriona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & space
Spacious and all needs were met Great location , quiet street and great area for us all to spend time together -easy parking and 2 bathrooms made it pleasant for us all Thank you Pete !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great manager
Peter was very helpful. The house is well set up. The location is brilliant. Look forward to staying here again som time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful property
Fantastic place so close to the city. A short bus trip to the galleries and CBD. The house was excellent with all the amenities you needed. A big 5 star for this place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Tony F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location
My sister and my family with adult children stayed for 4 nights. It was tight from a sleeping perspective. The place had plenty of space to lounge and live though. Ideal for families with younger kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very satisfied customer
Excellent accomodation
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adelaide comfort
Peter's place is as shown on the photos. It is very comfortable with easy access to public transport. Highly recommended for families. We enjoyed our 10 days in Adelaide.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Corina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in lovely area!
Very spacious and filled with light! Loved the backyard! As described on stayz, we had a really wonderful time! Thanks Peter! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty Parkside
Pete's property was very well appointed and met the needs of our family. He was super friendly and very easy to communicate with too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for large groups
Thanks Pete for personally taking us through the checkin process and accommodating all our needs… We had a fabulous weekend, even had the pleasure of meeting Barry/Larry… One small piece of feedback. Might be time for a new ironing board ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peter Rowe

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On the day and time of your arrival......I like to say hello, as well as greet you in person, whilst also handing you the house keys and remote controls. Followed by a brief, quick, house tour, showing you how the house works.

I do not reside at the property, but during your stay should you wish to interact with me........ I’m only a phone call/message away.......And distance wise, just a couple of suburbs away...... should you urgently require my presence.

Why they chose this property

Bursting with character, my city-fringe Parkside, picturesque neighbourhood is conveniently and ideally located making it one of Adelaide’s most liveable suburbs. With charming Victorian villas and cottages, meandering cycle paths and premier public & private schools and all within easy walking distance to Adelaide City. It's no wonder Parkside is on everyone’s radar.

What makes this property unique

Fast unlimited WiFi, able to handle multiple devices streaming HD videos at the same time. Recently verified by Measurement Labs Speed Test.

Secure on-site car parking for one large SUV or Ute as well as a medium sized car.

Within walking distance to Adelaide CBD.......Accessed via a short stroll through Adelaide's scenic, bordering Southern Parklands.

Close proximity to Adelaide's 500 Track, Victoria Park & Adelaide Parklands, as well as The Iconic Adelaide Oval and its world class events.

Easy access to public transport, and only a short walk to Adelaide's cafes, restaurants and major attractions.

A 15-minute drive to Adelaide Airport and Glenelg Beach.

Easy drive to all of Adelaide's wine regions.

Close proximity, to The Adelaide Hills. Only 10 minutes drive up Glen Osmond Road to Adelaide's Cool Climate, wine region and some of the best white wine in Australia.

Languages:

English

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