Samphire | Absolute Waterfront, 3BR Coastal Retreat with Incredible Ocean Views

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A wooden deck with a view of the beach and ocean, a covered seating area, and a small table with cushions.
A modern house with large windows, a covered porch, and a fire pit in the foreground.
A living room with leather chairs, a sofa, a large rug, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a window with a view of trees.
A window view of a beach with a wooden frame, a sandy area, and a body of water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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American River, SA
  • Place, The Oyster Farm Shop
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Buick Point
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kingscote Tidal Pool
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

American River

Located in American River, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Beyeria Conservation Park and Dudley Conservation Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Clifford's Honey Farm and Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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American River, SA

What's nearby

  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Buick Point - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Exceptional Kangaroo Island - 23 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Kingscote Tidal Pool - 29 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Seal Bay Conservation Park - 53 min drive - 91.8 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Reflections Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Samphire Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Shed - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The River Deck Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KI Tru Thai - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Samphire | Absolute Waterfront, 3BR Coastal Retreat with Incredible Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Samphire | Absolute Waterfront, 3BR Coastal Retreat with Incredible Ocean Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Samphire | Absolute Waterfront, 3BR Coastal Retreat with Incredible Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Samphire | Absolute Waterfront, 3BR Coastal Retreat with Incredible Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Samphire | Absolute Waterfront, 3BR Coastal Retreat with Incredible Ocean Views located?

This family-friendly American River holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of The Oyster Farm Shop and Buick Point. Prospect Hill and Prospect Hill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful property, situated on the water's edge, just as the advertisement describes. It would have been so easy to stay in some days instead of touring the Island. Within walking distance to The Shed and Glossy Back for great food. Just beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2026
Thankyou Anne-Marie for the lovely review. Much appreciated.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing property so close to the water front. Our favourite moment was waking up to the sunrise with a coffee on the deck. We had a fire inside and outside, it felt like home. Thank you : )
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole process was so smooth. We loved staying at the property. It was very comfortable and everything was catered for.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Beautiful location, one of the best Stayz we have booked!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Holiday

Great place to stay had a great time
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely ä, relaxing stay at Samphire, enjoying the house, location and most of all the views over
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodation very comfortable and well equipped. Location stunning. We enjoyed the seafood from the oyster farm close by. Also beautiful food at the local Samphire restaurant...
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the edge of the lagoon (American River). Super quiet with entertainment by 9 pelicans, two black swans and numerous other shore birds. Property manager, April, was very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. We would love to come again and stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, beautiful view, better weather than we expected. Enjoyed the Cannery Trail bush walk nearby. Beds were comfortable & cosy.Kitchen had everything we needed. Thank you for a wonderful family holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property

Our stay was everything we hoped for, beautiful home & a warm welcome
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best spot to stay on the island

Base yourself from a lovely and comfortable home where your close to all amenities and have views to die for. Would love to go back there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at Samphire. The check in was easy (we even got an early check in) and April was always quick to respond when we had any questions. We loved every bit of the house and can only recommend it.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful relaxing stay

We had the best time here, the house is very cosy, comfortable and peaceful with spectacular views over the water, we even woke up for a couple of sunrises which we could watch from bed! We can't wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best acomm

Amazing property, very clean. Beautiful view and has everything you need :) loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and beautiful outlook … black swans galore and pelicans not to mention the beautiful little ‘superb fairy wrens’ … exactly as advertised and more … loved the tech stuff… so many charging points and sockets… we had a great time … thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and beautiful

What an amazing destination! It was incredibly relaxing to look out over the water and the many different birds
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

The location was fantastic. House and beds were very comfortable We had a great stay and would come back again the wildlife out the front was good to watch as we had afternoon drinks on the deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Friendly service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

This property is perfect. The location is incredible and the cottage is modern , clean and comfortable. It truly is paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Spot

The perfect spot, so relaxing and cosy. Just beautiful sitting outside with a cuppa in the morning before heading out for a day of exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique

We absolutely love this unique & homely property in American River & will keep coming back.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little slice of paradise

Samphire was in an idyllic location - every morning we rose before dawn to watch the sunrise from just outside our door and we spent evenings stargazing. The house was comfortable,and relaxing, and it was a truly magical stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning Seaside Gem

We loved every minute of our seaside stay at Samphire. Beautifully appointed with local artwork and a kitchen filled with everything you need to cook up a feast. Comfortable beds and furniture. We couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking

Amazing well equipped house well equipped for all your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

KI Escape

This was the second time we stayed at The Saphire and it didn't let us down. The property was cosy and clean and the location absolutely perfect. Loved It!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Thanks Angela! Happy to host you again, we are very happy you enjoyed the vibe here. We love it too! warmly April J Property manager.
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