10/10 Excellent
Ella E.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Ella E.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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Kookaburra Cottage ~ Farm retreat 10 minutes from Mount Gambier
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Yahl, SA
- Umpherston Sinkhole8 min drive
- Mount Gambier Central11 min drive
- Blue Lake Reserve11 min drive
- Mount Gambier, SA (MGB)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Main Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Ensuite
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Main Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Kookaburra Cottage ~ Farm retreat 10 minutes from Mount Gambier
Enjoy a soak in the outdoor claw bath whilst stargazing, roast some marshmallows around the firepit, get up close & hand feed the alpacas & sheep, & enjoy all the modern cottage offerings of this home away from home.
Kookaburra Cottage is right on the doorstep to some of the most popular tourist hotspots of Mount Gambier & the Limestone Coast region, whilst providing countryside tranquillity.
The cottage is a 10 minute drive from the City of Mount Gambier, home of the Blue Lake and Valley Lake Precinct. We are located in the small farming town of Yahl, which is the perfect location for exploring all that the Limestone Coast Region has to offer.
Kookaburra Cottage is a 3 bedroom modern country cottage that caters for up to 8 guests.
It boasts a main bedroom with queen-size bed, ensuite and private outdoor claw foot bath area, a second bedroom with queen-size bed, and a third bedroom with a double bed, single bed and trundle floor bed also available on request. Bedroom three includes a dedicated office nook, perfect for working while on away from home, and baskets of kids toys & books to keep the youngest travellers entertained.
It features an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with plenty of cosy lounge-room seating space to take in the country views. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking during your stay and includes a Smeg pod coffee machine. Ducted heating/cooling is throughout.
Outside there is an undercover carport, parking spaces for up to 3 cars, and a large fenced and private front lawn surrounded by paddocks. Our Alpaca herd and two pet sheep reside in the neighbouring paddock and love being fed grain treats, which you'll find in a tub by the cottage fence. A delightful experience for the kids!
There is a firepit area with rustic seating and wood supplied to enjoy, an outdoor table, and a barbecue for outdoor cooking.
Little Rippa Brewery and Caroline Hills Winery are both located 2 minutes away & are close enough to cycle to for a wine tasting, beer paddle or a woodfired pizza.
The Blue Lake, Kilsby Sinkhole dive site, Port MacDonnell beach, Glenelg River (great for kayaking!) and Umpherston Sinkhole all lie within a 10-30 minute drive from the cottage.
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Kookaburra Cottage is right on the doorstep to some of the most popular tourist hotspots of Mount Gambier & the Limestone Coast region, whilst providing countryside tranquillity.
The cottage is a 10 minute drive from the City of Mount Gambier, home of the Blue Lake and Valley Lake Precinct. We are located in the small farming town of Yahl, which is the perfect location for exploring all that the Limestone Coast Region has to offer.
Kookaburra Cottage is a 3 bedroom modern country cottage that caters for up to 8 guests.
It boasts a main bedroom with queen-size bed, ensuite and private outdoor claw foot bath area, a second bedroom with queen-size bed, and a third bedroom with a double bed, single bed and trundle floor bed also available on request. Bedroom three includes a dedicated office nook, perfect for working while on away from home, and baskets of kids toys & books to keep the youngest travellers entertained.
It features an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with plenty of cosy lounge-room seating space to take in the country views. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking during your stay and includes a Smeg pod coffee machine. Ducted heating/cooling is throughout.
Outside there is an undercover carport, parking spaces for up to 3 cars, and a large fenced and private front lawn surrounded by paddocks. Our Alpaca herd and two pet sheep reside in the neighbouring paddock and love being fed grain treats, which you'll find in a tub by the cottage fence. A delightful experience for the kids!
There is a firepit area with rustic seating and wood supplied to enjoy, an outdoor table, and a barbecue for outdoor cooking.
Little Rippa Brewery and Caroline Hills Winery are both located 2 minutes away & are close enough to cycle to for a wine tasting, beer paddle or a woodfired pizza.
The Blue Lake, Kilsby Sinkhole dive site, Port MacDonnell beach, Glenelg River (great for kayaking!) and Umpherston Sinkhole all lie within a 10-30 minute drive from the cottage.
Follow us on Insta @visitkookaburracottage
Property manager
Liana Anderson
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
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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
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Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Yahl
Located in Yahl, this holiday home is in a rural area. Engelbrecht Cave and Old Mount Gambier Gaol are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laslett Forest Reserve and Hells Hole Forest Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Yahl, SA
What's nearby
- Umpherston Sinkhole - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
- Blue Lake - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
- Mount Gambier Central - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
- Blue Lake Reserve - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
- Olympic Park - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- KFC - 11 min drive
- Hungry Jack's - 11 min drive
- Subway - 9 min drive
- Commodore on the Park - 10 min drive
- Presto Eatery - 11 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Danielle M.
6 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property
Danielle M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul K.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Paul K.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Asha M.
19 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bridal Party
Asha M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Liv S.
23 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay at Kookabarra!
Liv S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda B.
2 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great find would stay again
Rhonda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie M.
22 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute gem
Katie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amandeep K.
28 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy & clean
Amandeep K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason R.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One we will book again
Jason R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sheree B., Wattle Grove
16 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
loved this home
Sheree B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Holly I.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place to stay
Holly I.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jess B.
2 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend retreat
Jess B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sally S.
26 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kookaburra Cottage
Sally S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Grant W., Highbury, SA, AUSTRALIA
30 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome hideaway
Grant W.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trudy A.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and kid friendly
Trudy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mirna F.
15 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kookaburra cottage
Mirna F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tim G.
20 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Tim G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel N.
22 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful country cottage
Rachel N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter P.
20 Jan 2023
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About the host
Hosted by Liana Anderson
We are an outdoors loving family of four that have a love of exploring and travelling. We are a Carpenter & Teacher duo that share a passion for creative projects; and find it hard to sit still! Chris enjoys woodwork and creates hardwood furniture as a side venture, and Liana can often be found in her vege patch. We have two young children that keep us busy and we love nothing more than taking them on day trips to local places to create family memories. We have loved our experiences with short term rental homes over the years and have always wanted to create a home away from home for others to enjoy in the Limestone Coast- that creation is Kookaburra Cottage!
Why they chose this property
We chose this gorgeous part of the Limestone Coast for Kookaburra Cottage because it offers the best of both country living and regional city life. Being just10 minutes from Mount Gambier means cafes, restaurants, supermarkets and shopping malls are easily accessible, however the rural farmland that surrounds the cottage makes you feel worlds away - nestled in the peace and quiet of the countryside.
What makes this property unique
Kookaburra Cottage is all about creating memories. At the heart of creating the cottage was our goal of creating more than just a place to sleep at the end of a day of exploring. We wanted to create a place that became a memorable part of the holiday experience for travellers. A place to pause from the chaos of everyday life & enjoy the simple pleasures. Take a hot bath under the stars, roast marshmallows around the campfire with your loved ones and embrace farm life feeding the alpacas and sheep from the comfort of your own private backyard! The cottage is truly a place you won't forget!
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