The ReTrO Beach Shack. 1 house from beach, WiFi, Arcade Machine, Walk to cafes
- House1292 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2–5 nights
Enjoy a 1950s experience 1 house back from Aldinga Beach with 2019 mod cons
Bedrooms
Property Manager
John Gosbell
- Languages:
- English
About John Gosbell
I'm a big fan of the 50s era and one day hope to own a finned 1959 Cadillac and to visit Palm Springs USA.
John Gosbell purchased this House in 2008
Why John Gosbell chose Aldinga Beach
My wife Emma and I have been running the ReTrO Shack since 2008 and enjoy providing guests with a unique retro experience in a genuine 1955 shack (not many left any more due to 'progress').
What makes this House unique
Take a step back in time and soak up the 1950s vibes complete with genuine 1950s furnishings in a 1955 constructed Aussie Beach shack. only 1 house back from the beach. Time stands still @ The ReTrO Shack. The 60 in 1 full sized stand up Arcade machine featuring Pacman, Frogger, Space invaders and more is a well loved feature that has been enjoyed by many guests.
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Pets Welcome
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kit
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon-monoxide detector
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Near The Oceanonly 1 house back from the beach. Short walk down to the beach
General
- Air Conditioningtwo modern reverse cycle split systems ensuring year round comfort
- Heatingelectric heaters in all bedrooms
- Linens ProvidedOptional linen $10 per person per stay
- Washing MachineTop loader washer
- ParkingCarport for 1 vehicle with room in the front yard for an additional vehicle and 2 car parks in the street
- InternetNBN WiFi Unlimited
- Towels ProvidedOptional linen $10 per person per stay
- Wireless InternetNBN WiFi Unlimited
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living Room65" 4K TV, Panasonic Bluray Home Theatre System, Sony PS3 and xbox consoles. Extensive DVD, Bluray, CD and video game selection.
Kitchen
- DishwasherModern stainless steel dishwasher
- Refrigerator400 Litre family size with freezer
- Stove4 hotplates and oven with grill function
- OvenSuitable for roasts and baking if you're that way inclined while on holidays :-)
- MicrowaveRetro Style Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerNespresso coffee pod machine
- Toaster4 slice toaster
- Pantry ItemsTea, Coffee, Sugar, 1 litre life milk, salt, pepper
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenDishwasher, Nescafe pod machine, 400 litre fridge, Electric Stove, microwave, pura tap water tap, toaster, kettle, dining table and 6 chairs
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
- DiningDining area within the large kitchen
Entertainment
- Television65" 4K Tv in lounge and 46" full HD TV in master bedroom
- StereoPanasonic Bluray Home Theatre system with radio and CD player
- DVD PlayerBluray Home Theatre System
- BooksPlenty of Books and vintage magazines
- GamesLots of Board Games both vintage and modern
- Games for Kids
- Music LibraryLots of CDs
- ToysPlenty of toys and books for kids of all ages
- Video LibraryExtensive DVD and Blu-ray collection suitable for for all ages
- Video Games60 in 1 stand up arcade machine, PS3 console and original Xbox console
Outside
- Lawn / GardenLarge and maintained rear yard with play equipment for kids
- Outdoor Furniture
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleEntry Steps and narrow doorways
- Long-term Renters Welcome
House Rules
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
No parties/events
No smoking
Strictly no smoking within the property
Pets allowed
Max of 2 dogs subject to negotiation and surcharge
Children allowed
games, toys, books, games consoles and large yard
Max guests:6 (sleeps up to 6 adults)
No professional photography shoots without prior consultation
All fixtures and fittings to be left where found on arrival
No large gatherings and only booked guests can stay overnight
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
85 Reviews
Great for the family and furbabies!
So much to offer for a family or couples stay.
Great backyard and 50 metres to spectacular views and beachwalks.
The decor is worth the visit, as is the arcade machine and the modern conveniences you expect.
so cool, so relaxing
Loved our stay at the Retro Shack. Great base while touring around The Vale. Being extra pet friendly is a big plus, massive secure yard for the pooches. The classic arcade game was addictive, will be back to try to beat my top scores!
The ReTrO Shack
Great fun! Lots of excellent decor , board games to play and the arcade machine is a blast from the past. Clean and well maintained. John was really easy to deal with and answered any questions promptly. Highly recommend
Great
Great
Everything interesting and fun so close to beach and action
Location of property perfect for our weekend of family events near by. So many points of interest inside the property and outside. Could see longer stays in the future. Thanks.
Character house close to beach access with a large open backyard.
We had a wonderful few days at the retro shack. Easy access to the beach for us and the dogs. The house was clean with all you could need along with a trip down memory lane.
Map
The area surrounding the ReTrO Shack is a quiet and peaceful allowing you to hear the surf when it's up.
Aldinga Beach is a 45 minute drive from central Adelaide via the no cost southern expressway and 40 minutes drive from Adelaide Airport and offers easy access to the abundant variety of attractions available within the Fleurieu Peninsula region.
WALK
• short wander to the beach
• 500m south to Aldinga Bay Cafe and Breeze Cafe
• 600m north to Jimmies Takeaway
• 600m north to playground with BBQ and toilets
SHORT DRIVE
• 2km (2 min) to the famous drive on beach voted 2013 best beach in SA
• 3km (3 min) to Port Willunga beach featuring the Star of Greece Cafe
• 10km (10 min) to Willunga featuring the weekend Farmers & Artisans Markets and plenty of lovely eateries.
• 12km (12 min) to Sellicks Beach featuring the renowned Victory Hotel
• 15km (15 min) to the premier food and wine district of McLaren Vale featuring 60+ wineries & gourmet eateries.
LONGER DRIVES
• 35km (30 min) to Carrickalinga & Normanville Jetty
• 47km (40 min) scenic drive to Victor Harbor
• 60km (50 min) to Rapid Bay featuring the recently re-opened jetty
• Numerous weekend markets at Myponga (15km), Yankalilla (30km), Inman Valley(45km), Goolwa (45km) & Victor Harbor (47km)