KI Dragonfly Guesthouse is a privately owned and hosted guesthouse located in Kingscote on Kangaroo Island. Free parking, WiFi and luggage storage is included. The guesthouse features 3 double bedrooms and a twin room. All guests share bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, lounge with TV and two outdoor areas. All linen is provided, including towels and bathmats. Guests can also use the BBQ in the outdoor area. For guests who desire complete privacy, there is a small, fully self-contained cabin for hire in the guesthouse's rear garden (The Cubby). Cabin guests are also welcome to combine the privacy of their own facilities with socialising with the guesthouse guests. Guests have access to a variety of restaurants, cafes, shops and galleries within a 4-minute walk, including Kangaroo Island Fresh Sea Foods and Cactus Café. The waterfront and natural pool are also within walking distance. Laundry facilities are available for an extra charge. This accommodation is a 5-minute walk to a range of fishing jetties, the Island’s official parkrun trail, day spas, and is a 15-minute drive to Emu Bay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Kingscote
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  • Rasmus
    Denmark Denmark
    Susi and Bruno are a super nice couple. Gave a very friendly and thorough welcome/check-in, and are very concerned about your wellbeing, wanting to provide the best possible experience. Susi shared a thorough and great itinerary upon request which...
  • Kim
    Australia Australia
    What a beautiful and quirky place to stay. We stayed in the self contained cottage at the back accomadation and it was just perfect. Everywhere you looked around the premise there was something interesting to look at.
  • Wiebke
    Australia Australia
    Lovely guesthouse, well equipped kitchen, generous outside seating areas, thoughtful touches such as a personal bath mat for each room.

Hosted by Your hosts, Susi & Bruno

9.9
9.9
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Your hosts, Susi & Bruno
Clean. Comfortable. Affordable. The KI Dragonfly is a privately owned, quirky homestay located in Kingscote. You will feel relaxed and welcome the moment you step in the door. It's ideal for travellers looking for affordable accommodation without having to forgo the comforts and convenience of home. The main house has four bedrooms that are hired out separately: one twin room and three double rooms. Your hosts live on site and are available to help you plan your stay. ​The fully equipped kitchen, separate lounge and spacious bathrooms which are shared by guests. Laundry facilities are available for a fee, plus there is excellent wifi, and a selection of books by Kangaroo Island authors. There is ample space in our outdoor area for a BBQ, to chill out, read, relax. The patch of lawn is ideal for soaking up the sun, or for a game of Fiska or Bocce. Guests are welcome to help themselves to any herbs growing in the garden, and are encouraged to devour tomatoes, locuts, peaches and nectarines when in season. For couples or lone travellers who prefer their privacy, The Cubby House (a fully self contained cabin in the backyard) is the ideal room choice for you.
Susi & Bruno moved to Kangaroo Island from mainland South Australia in November 2016. We love it here and hope that you will too! Susi has a strong background in hospitality, tourism and events. We both adore meeting people from all over the world. We look forward to welcoming you to our guesthouse - a home away from home - and to helping you discover beautiful KI. It is our mission to ensure that you get the most out of your stay on KI ... and have a lot of FUN!
Our Guesthouse is a mere five minute walk to shops, pubs, cafes and all Kingscote has to offer, you'll love the convenience. It is only a few minutes walk from the wharf precinct with beautiful fishing jetties (and seals lolling about from March through to November), and the saltwater swimming pool, and a short walk to the town's outskirts for a beautiful sunset & sightings of kangaroos and wallabies. For those who wish to experience the local cuisine & arts scene, there are many opportunities right at our doorstep: seafood, wine, handcrafted beer, spirits, restaurants and cafes, plus the Fine Art Gallery and the KI Art Society & Community Gallery. Kangaroo Island is much larger than most visitors anticipate. It is highly recommended that you plan a visit of at least 3-5 days (seven is ideal!) to give you plenty of time to explore the many beaches, nature reserves, and food, wine & art experiences on offer. A car is essential, as there is no public transport and while there are certainly tours, having the freedom to do you own thing and find secluded spots is the best way to explore this paradise!
Languages spoken: German,English,Spanish,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of KI Dragonfly Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

KI Dragonfly Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash KI Dragonfly Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note there is a curfew for noise of 22:00.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform KI Dragonfly Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about KI Dragonfly Guesthouse

  • Check-in at KI Dragonfly Guesthouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at KI Dragonfly Guesthouse include:

    • Studio
    • Double
    • Twin

  • KI Dragonfly Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tennis equipment
    • Movie nights
    • Beach

  • The prices at KI Dragonfly Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • KI Dragonfly Guesthouse is 250 yards from the centre of Kingscote. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.