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Ocean Drift—A Family Getaway by Goolwa Beach

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Slow the pace in the main living space, designed for relaxed mornings and evenings spent watching the light shift across the dunes.
Step onto the balcony to enjoy sea breezes and elevated views across the dunes as the day winds down.
Spend your days walking the wide sands of Goolwa Beach, swimming, or simply slowing the pace by the water.
Settle into the third bedroom, arranged with two single beds and a relaxed, practical layout.
Enjoy the fully fenced backyard, offering open lawn space to unwind outdoors or let kids play after a day at the beach.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Goolwa Beach, SA
  • Place, Goolwa Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tokuremoar Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Goolwa Wharf Markets
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Drift—A Family Getaway by Goolwa Beach

Set across two levels and elevated above the surrounding dunes, this family home makes the most of its Goolwa Beach position with sweeping coastal views and a strong sense of openness. Upstairs is the main living zone, where light-filled living and dining spaces are oriented toward the outlook. Sliding doors open onto the balcony, drawing in sea breezes and coastal light and creating an ideal setting for morning coffee or sunset drinks overlooking the horizon. The kitchen is fully equipped for holiday cooking and includes a Nespresso machine for easy mornings at home.

The upper level is home to the primary bedroom, fitted with a queen bed and a private ensuite. Downstairs, three additional bedrooms are arranged around a secondary living area, creating a comfortable zone for families or groups. One bedroom is fitted with a queen bed, while the remaining two bedrooms are each set up with two single beds, making them well-suited to children or friends sharing. This level also includes a central bathroom with a bathtub, a dedicated laundry, and direct access to the undercover outdoor deck and fenced backyard.

Secure garage parking with internal access allows for easy arrivals and departures after beach days. With flexible sleeping zones, generous living spaces, and an elevated position just moments from the sand, the home is designed for relaxed group stays centred on its standout coastal setting and views.

A portacot and high chair are available to hire for a fee. Should you require them, please let us know upon booking.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Checkout: 10:00 am
No smoking
No parties or events

Please treat the our home as if it were your own. Kindly leave the property in a tidy condition upon departure. Unexpected additional cleaning cost will be forwarded to you.

$200AUD cleaning/deodorising fee charged if guest is found to have been smoking in the property.

CHECK OUT: Check out strictly at 10AM. Additional charges will be incurred for our cleaners time if not vacant upon their arrival. We charge $30AUD for the first 30 minutes, and $60AUD for every 30-minutes after this.

LOST KEYS/LOCKOUTS: Please keep the property key with you all the time during your stay. Lost key/emergency key delivery charges will be $180AUD plus key replacement fee or cost of a locksmith.

LOST PROPERTY: For any items left behind - the host will hold the item for a maximum of 30 days from check-out date after which time they will be considered abandoned and disposed of or donated. During the 30 day collection period, collection can be arranged by way of the guest providing a prepaid postage bag to a supplied address or the item can be collected in person at an agreed time and location.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkout: 10:00 am No smoking No parties or events Please treat the our home as if it were your own.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Goolwa Beach

Located in Goolwa Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Goolwa Motor Museum and Goolwa Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at South Lakes Golf Club and Goolwa Golf Course. Nangawooka Flora Reserve and Urimbirra Wildlife Park are also worth visiting.
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Goolwa Beach, SA

What's nearby

  • Goolwa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tokuremoar Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ferguson Road NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Steam Exchange Brewery - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Days - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Salt - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Imbass On The Elbow - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Drift—A Family Getaway by Goolwa Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Drift—A Family Getaway by Goolwa Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Drift—A Family Getaway by Goolwa Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Drift—A Family Getaway by Goolwa Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Goolwa Beach and Tokuremoar Reserve. South Lakes Golf Club and Ferguson Road NRS Addition - Gazettal in Progress are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Gathering

We had a fabulous 3 night stay for a family birthday getaway. The property was perfect for our needs, had everything we needed and was clean and well presented. We had a short walk to the beach and drove into town for food. Would definitely recommend this property and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Generally clean and well provisioned.I felt chastised for not requesting a cot before going, but I honestly didn't see it anywhere in the instructions and Im pretty sure I told them that we had a baby staying. The barbeque needs cleaning and caught on fire, one of the burners needed replacing.Apart from some pretty minor hiccups was a great place to stay and as lovely as the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Casey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location but some minor inconveniences

A great location and overall a relaxing stay with a lovely view and nice flat grassed area for kids to play. Kids enjoyed the keyboard too. Bathrooms and living areas were clean and tidy. There were minor things which could be improved - the mop was broken, the indoor broom and dustpan were dirty as they were stored in the shed, handsoap dispensers in the bathrooms were empty (except one), the crockery and cutlery were mismatched and some were dirty, the gloves for washing dishes had holes in the fingers, we needed to use the ironing board before a work meeting but it was stored outside in the shed so it was dusty and not usable
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

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