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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Large new deck with amazing outlook. Flat, soft grass for the kids to play.
Light and airy living room. Genuine leather lounges. Cozy and welcoming.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Normanville vacation home

The Lobster is all about making memories. A renovated 70's A-frame that instantly transports you back to long simple beach days. A fantastic spot in a quiet street only minutes walk to Normy Beach and the Main street shops, cafes and pub. Leave the car at home and explore the beautiful seaside town by foot.

The Lobster is the perfect getaway for couples, friends or families sleeping up to 8 guests, and can be enjoyed at any time of the year.

OUTDOORS
The Lobster is set on a fully fenced in 800 square meter block with a huge lawn and deck where the kids and family dog can play. The property is dotted with a variety of fruit trees and we encourage you to enjoy the produce if you are lucky enough for them to be fruiting during your stay. There is also an outdoor bath to wallow in and an outdoor shower to rinse off in after your beach visit, both with hot and cold water.

CONFIGURATION
The Lobster is a double brick, two story home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 2 toilets. The main living area features an open plan lounge room, dining and kitchen area capturing the garden views. The laundry and main bathroom lead from the kitchen area. One of the queen bedrooms is also down stairs. Upstairs leads to an extra toilet and two large bedrooms on either side of the landing, one with 2 bunks (4 single beds) and the other with a queen bed. The queen bedroom features a large private balcony with deck chairs and a 180 degree view of the garden, paddock, sand dunes and sea glimpses.

PET FRIENDLY
We understand that your four-legged friend is part of your family too so we welcome your well behaved pooch. Both Normanville and Carrickalinga beach are dog friendly.

FEATURES
- Bedding, linen, bath towels tea towels included, BYO beach towel
- 2 x queen beds and 2 x bunk beds
- Original 70's vintage charm, newly renovated with modern appliances.
- 46 inch TV - Chrome Cast
- Collection of board games and books
- Dish washer
- Washing Machine
- Fridge and Freezer
- Reverse Cycle air conditioner in open plan living and upstairs queen, ceiling fan in bunk room
- High speed internet available
- Pets welcome
- BBQ
- High-chair and portacot (provide own linen for cot)
- Great for kids, cubby house, sandpit etc
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please ensure that the garden is left in a good condition if your four legged friend has left deposits or your child has partaken in nature play.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Normanville

Located in Normanville, this holiday home is near the beach. High Country Trails and Links Lady Bay Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kalumunda Forest Reserve and Myponga Conservation Park. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Normanville, SA

What's nearby

  • Banksia Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • High Country Trails - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Normanville Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Links Lady Bay Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Carrickalinga Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankalilla Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Forktree Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Normanville Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪One Little Sister - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bloom And Brew Co - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Normanville vacation home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Normanville vacation home?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Normanville vacation home on 26 Apr 2026 start from £100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Normanville vacation home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Normanville vacation home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Normanville vacation home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Normanville vacation home located?

This family-friendly Normanville holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of High Country Trails, Normanville Beach and Banksia Park. Carrickalinga Beach and Links Lady Bay Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

meredith t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Divine spot, so relaxing! Nice stroll into town and beach. Beautiful garden setting. House has everything needed and was sparkling clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely house. We loved the backyard and the outdoor bath. The way the house was decorated and all the board games. So beautiful thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANNE G.

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

Perfect weekend getaway for families and dogs

Very comfortable and clean accommodation. Lovely garden, very secure and perfect for dogs who love to run around, as ours did!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele J.

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

Great place for a dog friendly holiday

We've stayed at plenty of dog friendly places and this was our favourite so far. We'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a a wonderful, 'feel good' property. Time was spent listening to birdsong, basking in winter sun, playing with my dog in the glorious backyard. I felt completely at home and welcomed here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MEL W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy comfy stay at Normanville. There were 3 of us so it was great to each have our own rooms. We walked to the beach (15mins), we walked to Carrickalinga beach (about 30mins) we walked to town (about 10 mins) so such an easy well located spot! Well equiped kitchen and gorgeously appointed place. The garden is a birds paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Aussie vacation

Beautiful property great location great for kids. Really enjoyed the playhouse in the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela R.

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

Loved the Lobster!

Gorgeous property, felt like our very own holiday home. Great communication with owner, fabulous location within easy walking distance to shops and the beach. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

A beachside paradise

A great holiday home in the beautiful town of normanville. We loved our stay in this relaxing home. The cubby and sandpit were great for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

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

Relaxing stay as always, will keep coming back

We had a great stay at the lobster. We loved the new addition of the cubby and sandpit for our children. The walk to the beach and main street is nice and easy and the house has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Wonderful Stay

Perfect property which is quiet, but close enough to walk to the cafes and shops. The house has a wonderful atmosphere and plenty of places outside to enjoy beautiful weather. Communication with the owner was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jane m.

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

review

Fantastic property and loved staying here. Thank you so much for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle d.

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

The Lobster House

Wonderful property and fantastic host. Our little pack loved the proximity of all the beaches and walking tracks. Great town with really friendly people. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Our favourite place to retreat

Our fourth stay at The Lobster was as relaxed as ever! Due to an unexpected heatwave we spent much more time in the outdoor bath than usual which was wonderful. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Graham L.

The property was well equipped, although mattresses in main bedrooms were soft & uncomfortable! It was so hot in the upstairs bedrooms ( also due to there being no airconditioner in the kids room which is unacceptable during a heatwave) that we all had to move kids mattresses downstairs and sleep in the lounge area as at least the lounge airconditioner was adequate !!! Apart from the boiling hot upstairs kids room resulting in a rather uncomfortable stay the rest of the house was well equipped and the garden was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Holiday

We loved our stay, the house had everything we needed for a summer holiday. The deck and shady garden were also put to great use (meals/drinks/reading). We will definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

Perfect spot for golfing holiday

I can't say enough about this host and the property. The property itself was even better than the photos and we enjoyed everything about it. Our two dogs loved the secure yard and runs on the dog friendly beach close by, (check times of the year). Golf courses were also fantastic! Thanks for a brilliant experience and see you again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Perfect spot!

We had the most loveliest stay at The Lobster house. Everything about the place was exactly what we wanted. The house was gorgeous, all the things you could want for a holiday away with the family. The backyard is beyond stunning and the location was perfect. My young kids had the best time playing in the backyard and cannot wait to go back to the "lobster house" Thanks Bronnie and family for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Doggo bliss

We had a lovely stay as always. Looking forward to coming again soon. Short distance to walk into Normanville. Very peaceful gardens with games to play.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Veronica T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lobster House

Cosy house. A bit too much dog hair left on the floor, blankets and washing machine, but otherwise good for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

The Lobster is lovely

We had such a lovely mini stay at the Lobster. What a gem - so comfortable and a beautiful front yard deck and garden. Hosts provided quality linen, towels and squeaky clean accomodation. Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne A.

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

Long weekend

This property was perfect for us with a 2 year old. Fully fenced in with a great garden and the cutest cubby house and sandpit. Will defiantly book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

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

Second timers!

After staying in holiday homes for 23years this is the ONLY place we have ever revisited. Its dog friendly, has a beautiful garden, linen supplied, lovely location. it’s a cosy, clean and charming home and the communication with the host is the best I’ve ever encountered.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Angus A.

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

timeout

we really enjoyed out time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yeresa R.

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

A haven

We loved it!! Well designed and styled. Well equipped kitchen Walking distance from main street of Normanville. 20mins away from Rapid bay for squidding.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bronwen James

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We have been Adelaide Hills dwellers for the past 23 years but have always holidayed in the Fleurieu Peninsular and surrounds dreaming of the day when we might have a seaside holiday house of our own. We are so excited to have found The Lobster in Normanville - one of our most favourite towns and beaches - and look forward to creating some wonderful new memories here and hope you will too.

Why they chose this property

South Australia has many beautiful places to discover but Normanville, to us, is the perfect size. Not too busy but with everything you need. A superb beach with crystal clear water and the softest sand. Astounding coastal views to the magical hills beyond. Wineries close by and not too far from the city. Perfect.

What makes this property unique

A classic 1970's A-frame beach house, the Lobster has been lovingly renovated to create beautiful, serene spaces that are homely and yet also sophisticated. Located just a 5 minute stroll to the town centre and a 12 minute walk to the beach you can leave the car in the driveway and unwind. From the beautiful lawn and fruit trees, to the outdoor shower and bath (with hot and cold water), secure yard, the kids' cubby house, and with multiple spaces to relax, The Lobster is special in a myriad of ways.

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