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Lost in the Vines. Vineyard Escape.

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Living area
Enjoy your morning coffee with a view of the vines and hills
Sit by the fire with a glass of wine from our vineyard and a good book
Room
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Blewitt Springs, SA
  • Onkaparinga River National Park
    4 min drive
  • Woodstock Wines
    5 min drive
  • Beresford Wines Tasting Pavillion
    6 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    52 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lost in the Vines. Vineyard Escape.

The Cottage on "Tintookie Vineyards" sits on a slope in the middle of a 17 ha property in an area called Blewitt Springs, in the heart of the McLaren Vale Wine district.
It is a small open plan house with lots of light and views from every window. The bedrooms are a reasonable size, one with a king size bed and the other with a queen and a king single bed. The main room is quite spacious with a kitchen, pantry, dining area and a TV/reading lounge area with a freestanding wood heater. It is in a very private and serene setting with wonderful views down the coast and as far as Rapid Heads. It is surrounded by trees, vineyards and bird song. There are lovely outdoor areas for eating or sitting and relaxing.
We would encourage guests to wander around the property, keeping in mind that it is a working vineyard.
We are 10 minutes from McLaren Vale and from great wineries, restaurants and coffee.
Wine, dine, walk, ride or just sit and read or enjoy the peace and take in the view.
Blewitt Springs is about 45 minutes from the CBD but very rural.
If you are coming from the city, come up Flagstaff Hill Rd and through Clarendon. A shorter drive and way more picturesque.

Property manager

Lulu Lunn

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside is fine

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Adelaide

Located in Blewitt Springs, a neighbourhood in Adelaide, this cottage is in a rural area. Woodstock Wines and Geddes Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Marion Shopping Centre and Willunga Farmers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Aldinga Airfield and SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Blewitt Springs, SA

What's nearby

  • Onkaparinga River National Park - 4 min drive
  • Woodstock Wines - 5 min drive
  • Beresford Wines Tasting Pavillion - 6 min drive
  • Chapel Hill Winery - 9 min drive
  • d'Arenberg Wines - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Seaford Station - 20 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Coriole Vineyards - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Samuel's Gorge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hackham Pizza Pan - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Zone - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lost in the Vines. Vineyard Escape. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lost in the Vines. Vineyard Escape.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lost in the Vines. Vineyard Escape.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lost in the Vines. Vineyard Escape. located?

This family-friendly Adelaide cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Onkaparinga River National Park, Woodstock Wines and Geddes Wines. Beresford Wines Tasting Pavillion and Sundews River Hike Trailhead are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing amongst the Vines
Thank you Lulu for making our stay so wonderful. Freshly baked bread & a basket of goodies was a welcomed surprise. It was the perfect place to relax & unwind and/or visit the nearby wineries Heather (Melbourne) & Belinda (Traralgon)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Ever
Amazing location, so we’ll set up and generously provisioned. Convenient to everywhere wonderful in the McLaren Vale but also tempting to not go out anywhere and just relax. Can’t recommend highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabby E., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Lulu's place was perfect for a couples getaway. Absolutely private, with stunning views. We arrived to a fire burning in the wood heater and a warm loaf of homemade bread on the counter, along with a bottle of wine from the vineyard and a selection of breakfast supplies and some treats. Very comfortable beds with linen sheets. The whole place was comfortable and very clean, with lots of added touches to make our stay special. Thoroughly recommend Lulu's property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent weekend get away, relaxing scenery, very comfy
Loved every minute. Such a beautiful spot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a lovely property with comfortable and well-appointed accommodation. Lulu provided thoughtful extras that made our stay more enjoyable. Our stay was great. Recommended for a couple of nights between the Okaparinga National Park and McLaren Vale.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lost in the vines
Beautiful property with great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laraine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy vineyard escape
A delightful, cosy home surrounded by vineyards. Exceptionally well equipped with so many thoughtful extras that made the stay extra special: a bottle of wine, freshly baked bread, eggs, milk, chocolate biscuits, nuts, etc - all to enjoy sitting around the combustion fire. The sun setting over the vineyards, little wrens coming to say hello. The perfect McLaren Vale escape. Would highly recommend. Also check out Mitolo for a delicious lunch or dinner. Easy drive from the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host
Wonderful. Beautiful view and everything you could imagine is provided for. Definitely coming back 💐
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Clean, pleasant surrounds, thoughtful provisions, lovely fire
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage has stunning view down the valley across the vines to the hills in the distance. Lulu is a superb host who has thought of everything. I cannot overstate how incredibly generous she was with provisions. There was freshly baked homemade bread, eggs, pastries, homemade preserves, wine from her vineyard, Tim Tams and plenty of other treats. We had the pleasure of running into Lulu as she was about to milk one of the goats. She even gave us some of her fresh homemade goats curd to take with us. The property is peaceful yet still close to McLaren Vale and many notable wineries and restaurants. Prior to our visit Lulu provided lots on information and already made us feel welcome. We would love to return to this special place one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Host was extremely nice and welcoming. Beautiful location with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vineyard stay
Beautiful property with lovely views across the vineyard. Warm and welcoming hosts who provided thoughtful little touches such as home made quince paste, plush dressing gowns and extra books and a tractor ride for our two children.

10/10 Excellent

Lennie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy place to unwind
Delightful house set in gorgeous vineyard setting, had a very relaxing fire outside and inside. Amenities were great and beds very comfortable. Will come again.

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Retreat
Lulu is a wonderful host. A beautiful loaf of homemade bread and the scent of freshly cut roses welcomed us. The cottage is very private and peaceful. The beds are very comfortable and the homely details make all the difference. The perfect escape from reality. With local shops only a short drive away. Will be planning our next visit very soon! Thank you Lulu!

10/10 Excellent

Sherren J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just beautiful
We absolutely lived our stay with the cottage so we’ll set up and everything you could wish for on a weekend getaway We all highly recommend staying and exploring the local area

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
We had a wonderful weekend. The cottage was in perfect position for views and a peaceful stay, not too mention the comfort that was supplied with the beds and general facilities. Plenty of breakfast supplies and loved having a supply of Tim Tams to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kym S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view, peace and quiet, great provisions, cozy cottage
Thank you for a wonderful stay at Tintookie Cottage! We were so grateful for the peace and quiet, glorious view from the large glass sliding doors across the vines to the hills, cozy log fire and thoughtful provisions like fresh bread and local raw honey. The linen sheets on the comfy bed were an unexpected surprise and every little touch made our stay to warm and relaxing. We enjoyed a much-needed break away from our kids and can’t wait to come back again. Thank you Lulu :)

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing short holiday venue
Our family had a wonderful time exploring the region, and were very comfortable in this cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Westies w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb
We were very spoilt by Lulu with homemade bread on our arrival, fresh eggs and plenty of oranges to make fresh juice. We enjoyed our stay so much that we only went out once briefly and chilled the rest of the time overlooking the vineyeards. Perfect getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helena W.

A delightful and tranquil place overlooking the vines
Lulu is a lovely host. The cottage is very well set up and every little thing is thought of. This was our second visit and won’t be the last. We love the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emma H., Adelaide, Australia

Lovely relaxing haven away from the city
Enjoyed our time at Tintookie, Lulu was an excellent host and our young children enjoyed milking the goats. The views of the vineyards were gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Fantastic property in the vines
Lovely spacious cottage about 10 minutes away from McLaren Vale but a world away from any stress!!! Very well provisioned with everything you need. Super comfortable bed, good shower, great bbq, gas heating as well as AC.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ruth and Tony G.

Absolutely delightful
Lulu has prepared a tasteful decor throughout with all fittings of a high standard. The bed linen is as new, the bathroom with bath appears new and there are up to date touches such as free wifi and a Bluetooth music player as well as a player for the collection of DVDs. She provides home made bread and a bottle of their own wine. The cottage is within the vineyard with a glorious outlook over the vines as far as the eye can see. It has high chapel type ceilings which contribute to a feeling of airiness and spaciousness. Her pantry is stocked with items for use and every utensil and appliance imaginable. All the walls have collections of original paintings which delight with their quality. The heating is so efficient that even when the winter temperatures were very cold we were snug and cosy. There is a fully equipped laundry. Everything was scrupulously clean and tastefully selected with colour coordinated rugs on the floors. Board games and jigsaws were provided. The lounge sofas are comfortable and also convert to beds. Flowers greeted us and a blue wren and his jenny came close to the door. Rosella parrots gave a splash of colour. Outdoor chairs and tables with a view over the vineyard would be lovely to use in warmer weather. We also enjoyed walking around and exploring the property. All in all we were so happy with everything that it has been a joy to be able to write this in appreciation and gratitude to Lulu.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Comfortable house in picturesque location. Good facilities and immaculately clean.
Well set up and perfect as a base for touring the region’s cellar doors. We were there for three nights and would have liked to stay longer. Lulu was very helpful, and the house had everything we needed. Great view, great eggs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Beautiful, quaint, & clean!
Tintookie was a super place to stay! We loved the setting and the amazing view from the large back windows. It was quiet, and when we had time we walked around the area a little, which was full of vineyards. The cottage was very clean and well equipped - fresh eggs, coffee, breakfast items, and fresh home made bread! There were games and books as well as a variety of movies to choose from. The rooms were large and beds perfect. Lulu also had red and white wine from their own vineyard to try, which was amazing (we had the red). Would certainly stay here again! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lulu Lunn

Host profile image
Hi, I am a viticulturist who is lucky enough to own and run a beautiful 40 acre vineyard in Blewitt Springs, McLaren Vale.

Why they chose this property

We built the house when we first moved here and lived in it for 8 years before my fabulously talented architecture husband got his way and built us a new home.

What makes this property unique

If you are after peace, privacy and your own cosy romantic getaway, this is the place for you. The views are fabulous and the sound of constant birdsong is a joy.

Languages:

English
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