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Locky's Nest | Family-Friendly Beach Escape | Carrickalinga

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A wooden deck with a bench, surrounded by white railings and trees.
A compact kitchen with a sink, kettle, microwave, and a small island with a 'relax' sign.
A large wooden pelican sculpture with a signboard beside it.
A living room with a sofa set, a television, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television, and a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Carrickalinga Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Carrickalinga, SA
  • Place, Carrickalinga Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Normanville Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Links Lady Bay Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Carrickalinga

Carrickalinga is home to this holiday home. 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 Nixon-Skinner Conservation Park and Kalumunda Forest Reserve.
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Carrickalinga, SA

What's nearby

  • Carrickalinga Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Normanville Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Links Lady Bay Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Port Willunga Beach - 24 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Brighton Beach - 48 min drive - 76.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankalilla Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Normanville Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lady Bay Resort Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪One Little Sister - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Normanville Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Locky's Nest | Family-Friendly Beach Escape | Carrickalinga pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Locky's Nest | Family-Friendly Beach Escape | Carrickalinga?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Locky's Nest | Family-Friendly Beach Escape | Carrickalinga?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Locky's Nest | Family-Friendly Beach Escape | Carrickalinga located?

Situated in Carrickalinga, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carrickalinga Beach and Normanville Beach. High Country Trails and Banksia Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. Nice place overall.Could do with a decent outdoor seating area as the weather we had was perfect.Suggested improvement would be an outdoor light near the key lock and an extraction fan in bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback and helpful suggestions. We’re glad you enjoyed the location and your stay. We’ll certainly take your comments about the outdoor seating, key-lock lighting and bathroom ventilation on board. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time with family celebrating a birthday. Loved the fireplace, and playing boardgames, perfect space to encourage family time and bonding. close walk to the beach which was lovely and short drive from normanville and yankalilla which made getting supplies easy. ensure you bring sheets, pillows and cases, besides that everything is there or easily aquireable locally. Thanks so much for such a special , fun filled weekend with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a wonderful time celebrating a birthday with your family. It’s great to know you enjoyed the fireplace, board games and the opportunity to spend quality time together. Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for sharing your experience. We’re so pleased we could be part of such a special family weekend, and we’d love to welcome you back again in the future! 😊
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully equipped and there was a laundry there for every day use. The rooms were clean. The bathroom was good and great for when you have had a day at the beach. Good location and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location

Great location for a family break. House had everything you needed and the short walk to the week was fantastic. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2022
Thank you hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

House was nice in beautiful location! Furniture was comfortable especially the queen bed. Overall great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Carrickalinga

This property was very comfortable. It covers all needs at an appropriate price point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, and we’re so pleased to hear you had such a wonderful stay. Thank you for choosing our holiday property and for taking the time to leave us a fantastic 10/10 review. We really appreciate it and would love to welcome you back again in the future! 😊
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway shack

Our family of 6 enjoyed our winter getaway. The place has a simple shack vibe and most of the things you need. Everything worked well but a covered outdoor area would be a must if staying in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tidy and well equipped house.

Our stay at Locky’s Nest was excellent. Kitchen had all the right tools, washing machine good, big lounge chairs, quiet aircon. The place was perfectly clean in all the expected places.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very spacious

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I had a relaxing stay at Locky's Nest
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean house. Well equipped kitchen. Had everything we needed. So close to the beach. Lots of room in the backyard for kids to run around. Very quiet area and wonderful bird noises in the trees around.The fridge was way too cold. Vegies froze.Other than that, we would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, and we’re so pleased to hear you had such a wonderful stay. Thank you for choosing our holiday property and for taking the time to leave us a fantastic review. We really appreciate it and would love to welcome you back again in the future! 😊
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cosy, convenient, holiday cottage.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very convenient and walkable distance to the beach, in a quiet rustic neighbourhood. Great for dog walkers, cyclists and young or old families. Cosy and functional to make a pleasant get away.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Dolphin ave property

The property was very basic, dated. If you’re looking for a very basic shack style house then this will suit. The yard doesn’t haven’t any grass for the children, it’s all dirt and prickles. The house was very dusty so we slept with all windows open. There also is only aircon in the main lounge. No wifi, no hairdryer, no soap stuff in shower, no towels (you are told to hire linen so just be aware this includes towels but nobody told me this). It is very close to the beach tho. It’s very much, you pay for what you get. We needed up leaving after one night instead of two. Look it’s okay, but nothing special- if you’re just going to sleep there and then go out all day it’s fine for that, but I wouldn’t want to spend hours in there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your stay didn’t meet your expectations. Locky’s Nest is designed as a classic, no-fuss beach shack, offering a relaxed and affordable getaway just minutes from Carrickalinga Beach. We do our best to ensure guests have all the necessary information before booking, including details about the linen hire policy (which covers towels), air conditioning placement, and amenities. We encourage guests to review these details to ensure the home aligns with their needs. The property is described as having a backyard space for kids to play, though we understand that natural coastal conditions mean it may not have a lush grassy lawn. We appreciate your note on dust levels and will pass this along to the owner for review. We’re glad you found the location convenient and hope that, despite the concerns, you were still able to enjoy some time by the beach. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to continue improving the guest experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

locky nest

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a wonderful place to stay so quiet lovely and comfortable,nice area and close to the beach.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Overflow rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Locky's Nest was an ideal supplement to our family house on Gold Coast Drive - short walking distance, tidy and well appointed.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Overflow rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Locky's Nest was an ideal supplement to our family house on Gold Coast Drive - short walking distance, tidy and well appointed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Locky's Nest

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A lovely secluded spot for a quick winter break. Easy walk to the beach and easy, comfortable accommodation. thank you
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unhappy

The property was full of mosquitos which resulted in us waking up covered in bites. We were expected to have the dishes cleaned and put away but were not provided with a tea towel! No mat for the shower so the floor was always wet and slippery. Won’t come back here again
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2020
Hi Robyn, Thanks for your feedback. I am sorry but we have no control over mosquitos. As per our terms and conditions guests are to provide their own linen and towels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
We hope you had a wonderful stay.
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