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Hot Tub Encounters by the Bay - Dogs welcome
Unwind and chill at our modern holiday house just a 2- minute walk from the beach. Enjoy comfy king or single beds, a full kitchen, 6-person heated outdoor hot tub, outdoor shower, split system air-conditioning, 2 Lounge Rooms, BBQ and Gozney Pizza Oven with seating outdoors, Disney, Netflix and Prime on a large TV + unlimited Wi-Fi. Located opposite the Yilki Park, play a round of cricket, kick the footy or take your fury friend for a walk. Pets allowed in all areas except on beds and lounges.

The Sandcastle - Family Entertainer- Pet Friendly
The Sandcastle is a spacious, comfortable, activity packed property creating a wonderful holiday atmosphere for families & large groups. Located centrally in Port Elliot, it's an easy walk to the beautiful beaches, cafes, shops & pubs. There's room for everyone to relax and enjoy year-round in the multitude of indoor & outdoor living spaces. Gather together around generous tables, comfy lounges & games areas, or retreat to one of the 4 fully air-conditioned bedrooms with all linen provided.

Seafarers Lodge - beach shack haven. pup friendly
Seafarers Lodge is a charming and quaint seaside shack, lovingly curated by a mother-daughter duo, just an hour from Adelaide and a stones throw from the iconic Middleton Beach. It's everything you could want in a beach shack - only a minutes walk from the waves, with a beautiful indoor fireplace, deck to catch the last of the days rays, cosy nooks to relax, full size kitchen for cooking epic meals shared around the dining table and French linen clad beds for the dreamiest, holiday sleep-in's.

Escape the Blues•200m-River•Fireplace•Netflix•Wifi
Escape the Blues Goolwa is in the perfect holiday location, almost hidden, but so close to all of Goolwa’s attractive leisure facilities. *Only 200m to the popular nature playground, boat ramp, Fleurieus and Bombora Cafe *Fireplace and outdoor fire pit *The open plan design offers a great space for couples, friends and or families *Front and rear entertaining decks *Wifi *Smart TV with Netflix *Luxury linen and bath towels provided *Filtered drinking water *Board games & table tennis available

Spacious, inviting home with stunning ocean views!
Perched on a hill you’ll enjoy panoramic views of Encounter Bay from this inviting, pet-friendly home. Relax while taking in the ocean views through the floor to ceiling windows in the spacious, bright family room. Featuring a large, fully equipped kitchen, meals can be enjoyed at the 8-seater dining table. High-quality sheets are provided in all three bedrooms, and both bathrooms come stocked with towels, so you don't need to worry about bringing linens. Pets are welcome at no charge!

Mariner’s c1866 Little Scotland
Nestled in a quiet one way street in the unique & historic area of Little Scotland. A short walk to the township & wharf and 5 min drive to popular Goolwa Beach. Explore the area planned in the 1850s to recreate the narrow lanes/ walkways of Scotland. The heritage cottage boasts modern amenities: Wifi , Netflix, split cycle aircon, gas log fire, new bathroom & kitchen as well as a hot water outdoor shower! A fully enclosed lawned & shaded garden area for all the family and pets to enjoy!

Cottage Castle.
On arrival you can relax on the large decking which has sea views, while drinking a glass of wine or a coffee. A home which is newly furnished with unlimited WIFI for your convenience, & open plan living. Plenty of room in the backyard for the kids to play around in and car park space Just a hop, skip & jump to the local beach. Coles and Aldi are just up the road, and the town of Victor is only a 5 min drive, to local cafes and restaurants . Middleton is a 10 min drive as is Horseshoe Bay.

Salty Dog. Cheerful and Cosy home in Goolwa.
Welcome to Salty Dog. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Located in a quiet neighbourhood - it makes the perfect escape for you and your loved one for a romantic getaway. Located close to beach and river. Guests can take advantage of the newly renovated house and outside deck areas. Light and airy with a brand new bathroom and all modern features. Outdoor bath for those who want to experience an intimate moment in nature. Outdoor shower avail to wash the sand off your feet.

Kestrels Nest - a luxurious couples retreat
AS SEEN IN COUNTRY STYLE MAGAZINE (MAY 2021 & THE COUNTRY GUIDE 2021) Enter Kestrels Nest and you are greeted by an outdoor tub, drop the bags, settle in and soak up the surroundings. This beautifully renovated shack set on the sand in the Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park has been lovingly styled with luxury in mind – it’s the perfect couples retreat to feel inspired, cosy up and reconnect. Enjoy ocean views from our hut on the dune, bath soaks under the stars and lazy days on the deck.

Sleeps 10,Pets ok,Air Con,Wi-Fi,Walk to Beach 200m
Relax and unwind at “Encounter Break”. Our beach house has been created with attention to detail. It has 4 Bedrooms, x1 King Bed, x2 Queen Bed & x2 bunks (Sleeps 10). The open plan kitchen, living & dining space opens to a large balcony & BBQ area. The main living has a 75inch Smart TV & 2nd living has a 65inch Smart TV, toys & games. Secured rear yard, double garage, outdoor shower, table tennis, Free wi-fi, quality linen, Tea & Coffee,Nespresso machine, 200m to the beach, Cafes etc

The Landing | Pool • Beachfront • Wineries
The Landing is a classic 1960’s-built Australian beachfront holiday home with a stunning 20 metre-wide beach frontage. A relaxed, coastal getaway with panoramic ocean views of Port Willunga Beach and its own private pool. This is the ideal home base for your family beach holiday, McLaren Vale winery weekend with friends, romantic escape for two or wedding preparations. Enjoy summer days in the backyard pool, the beach and stroll to the famous Star of Greece restaurant for lunch

Bluffview Lookout at Victor, fantastic views!
"Bluffview" offers guests something extra special on their holiday experience, the views are amazing !. These views stretch as far as the eye can see, from Granite Island right across to the "Bluff" and beyond. During the winter months, whales are often seen from the lounge room windows. The house has been decorated with bright, bold colours whilst still keeping a minimalist approach, it is so roomy. With fresh carpet throughout the main living areas, it is so comfortable.
Popular amenities for Encounter Bay house rentals
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Port Parade: Poolside BBQs & Modern Beach Living

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1856 Estate -5 King Rooms, Pool

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Victor Beach House - Seafront@Victor (3 king beds)

Beachfront | 5 mins to town | Kayaks | Families

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Encounter on George

Spectacular views & 7 bedrooms

Sweet Olive – Cliffside | Expansive Ocean Views
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Silver Sands Beach & Nature

Elliot on Pioneer - Sleeps 9 - With WiFi

Swans Shorehouse, Retro 60's Shack by the River

Experience a Waterfront Beach Retreat,Pet Friendly

Oceanfront luxury stay minutes from McLaren Vale

Offshore Beach House - Wi-fi & linen included

The Rushes -Goolwa Wharfe and Market Precinct

Spectacular beach location.Views, kayak and bikes.
When is the best time to visit Encounter Bay?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $379 CAD | $214 CAD | $240 CAD | $288 CAD | $220 CAD | $226 CAD | $216 CAD | $209 CAD | $228 CAD | $251 CAD | $244 CAD | $375 CAD |
| Avg. temp | 20 °C | 20 °C | 18 °C | 16 °C | 14 °C | 12 °C | 11 °C | 12 °C | 13 °C | 15 °C | 17 °C | 18 °C |
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80 of Encounter Bay vacation rentals include wifi access

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4.8 Average rating
Encounter Bay stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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