The Garden Cottage at The Olives

227 Salt Creek Road, 5203 Yankalilla, Australia – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>54</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
54 reviews

The grounds are lovely and the buildings very much in keeping with the Tuscan ambience. The cottage was away from the main road and we loved the peace and privacy. The cottage is beautifully furnished with attention to every detail - eg sprigs of lavender on the linen. The provisions for breakfast were a bonus.

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The Garden Cottage at The Olives is a family with a garden, set in Yankalilla. The country house is equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi. Free private parking is available on site. The kitchenette comes with a microwave and there is a private bathroom. A flat-screen TV is featured. Other facilities at The Garden Cottage at The Olives include a seasonal outdoor pool. Victor Harbor is 27 km from The Garden Cottage at The Olives, while McLaren Vale is 34 km from the property. You can engage in various activities, such as golfing and fishing. The nearest airport is Adelaide Airport, 62 km from the property.

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

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Ella
    Australia Australia
    “The grounds are lovely and the buildings very much in keeping with the Tuscan ambience. The cottage was away from the main road and we loved the peace and privacy. The cottage is beautifully furnished with attention to every detail - eg sprigs...”
  • Beverley
    Australia Australia
    “Breakfast wonderful as we arrived too late to get in supplies for the following morning”
  • Sean
    Australia Australia
    “Quiet, peaceful, great location, private, clean, tidy, great amenities and good value for money. One of the best places I have ever stayed.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Mark

9.6
9.6
Host review score
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Mark
The Garden Cottage at The Olives is a new three-room bungalow set in the spectacular gardens of The Olives, a heritage-listed home built in the 1850s by one of South Australia's early settlers. Lovingly restored amid old English-style gardens, The Olives provides a peaceful environment for relaxation or as a base for exploring the exciting and historic attractions of SA's famed Fleurieu Peninsula, voted by Lonely Planet as the fifth best destination in the world. The Garden Cottage, designed to echo the appearance of an old barn, is lavishly furnished, air conditioned, with plantation shutters in the bed rooms so you can turn days into nights of total indulgence if that is your wish. The Garden Cottage has three rooms - a bedroom with a King-sized double bed; a second bedroom with two King-single beds and a central lounge which has a sofa bed if you need six people to stay. There is a fully equipped kitchen area with coffee maker, jug, toaster, microwave and fridge and if you choose to stay in all supplies are available at the Yankalilla or Normanville supermarkets. Whatever you choose, we wish you a pleasant stay at The Olives and hope you enjoy our garden.
The owners of The Olives are not always in residence. The Garden Cottage is managed by Kenton, who lives on site. He is your contact for cleaning and any issues that may arise. He will help with your arrival, parking (not in front of the cottage, please) and special arrangements, such as setting up the gas-fired barbecue if you wish. Or, if you are an iceberg and enjoy swimming in the winter, he will arrange for the covers to be removed and the pool prepared. Kenton can give you up-to-date information about district activities, restaurants, cafes and other attractions. You will find a guide to the Fleurieu in the Cottage.
The Fleurieu brings a touch of Tuscany or a piece of Provence to South Australia. This is where Hans Heysen painted his famous pictures of gum trees and contented cows. It is one of the best paddock-to-plate destinations in Australia with the McLaren Vale wine district and its myriad restaurants just 25 minutes away. The ferry to Kangaroo Island is nearby, together with the resort towns of Victor Harbor, Port Elliot and Goolwa at the mouth of the mighty Murray River. You'll find antiques at Strathalbyn, craft beers at Myponga, white sandy beaches at Normanville and, best of all if you're a golfer, the acclaimed Links at Lady Bay golf course just minutes away. Don't miss Rick's Peninsula Restaurant at The Links.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Garden Cottage at The Olives
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
Activities
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Interconnected room(s) available
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    • Seasonal
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool cover
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Fence around pool
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Garden Cottage at The Olives takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 17:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    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.

    Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note that this property is strictly non-smoking. If evidence of smoking is found in the rooms, an additional cleaning fee may apply.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about The Garden Cottage at The Olives

    • The Garden Cottage at The Olives offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Swimming Pool

    • Check-in at The Garden Cottage at The Olives is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

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

    • The Garden Cottage at The Olives is 0.8 miles from the centre of Yankalilla. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.