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The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage

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A small, single-story house with a green roof and white walls, featuring a front porch with a table and chairs, and raised garden beds in front.
A pier extending into calm waters with a clear sky.
A room with a wooden cabinet, a chair, and a table with a book and a mug.
A rustic interior with a wooden table and chairs, a white brick wall, and a black wood-burning stove.
A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a kettle, a toaster, and a small cabinet.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kingscote Tidal Pool

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kingscote, SA
  • Place, Kingscote Tidal Pool
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Soldiers Memorial Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hope Cottage Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kingscote

Located in Kingscote, this cottage is next to a golf course. Bay of Shoals Winery and Spring Road Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kingscote Tidal Pool and Exceptional Kangaroo Island. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Kingscote, SA

What's nearby

  • Kingscote Tidal Pool - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Soldiers Memorial Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hope Cottage Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Reeves Point Historic Site - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Exceptional Kangaroo Island - 10 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bella Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kangaroo Island Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amadio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cactus Kangaroo Island - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kangaroo Island Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage on 27 Oct 2026 start from £292, 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 The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Forge-Historic Blacksmith's Cottage located?

Situated in Kingscote, this golf cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kingscote Tidal Pool, Hope Cottage Museum and Soldiers Memorial Park. Reeves Point Historic Site and Bay of Shoals Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Accessories were adequate.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was excellent very quiet area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little place to stay in KI.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was such a lovely spot to base ourselves for a few days. Had everything we neede and was very cosy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in and communication. Wonderful location within walking distance to town. Lots of character in the house and lovely outdoor area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Excellent - beautifully presented little place in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean, had everything in it that made our stay enjoyable although the lack of a stove did make cooking a bit difficult. Aside from this, we really loved our time on the island and our stay in this cute little cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

excellent location

Property was lovely in keeping with the historic theme, very interesting and extremely well located, yet very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great little place and great location

Aircon wouldn’t hurt but fans were sufficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short 3 day visit

Cute property. Comfy bed. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy Cottage

A lovely little cottage with plenty of charm
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Forge

Relaxing, comfortable and close to a beautiful bay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Description of property is correct

Clean, small property good for couple.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kingscote

The little cottage was perfect for both our needs. I would recommend this as a great little getaway .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and Cute

Stayed 2 nights and found the tiny cottage very comfortable for a couple Easy walking to everything and good supplies
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely period home, just as described.

Very clear instructions, lots of little extras included in the cottage, very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kingscote Hideaway

We loved the cottage .. just the right size for 2 people and filled with everything we needed for our stay. Comfy bed .. great wood fire .. and perfect location. We stayed 5 nights and would have liked to have had a couple more nights.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short stay Kingscote

Well placed accommodation and comfortable. Short walk into town and the coast. Good made for exploring the island. Would definitely recommend to family and friends
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The Forge at Kingscote

A very quaint, period style property. Within easy walking distance to the commercial centre, wharf/waterfront, etc of Kingscote. Very neat and tidy presentation
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute, cozy, unique and quaint.

Fantastic little cottage. Everything I needed. Very central in Kingscote for walking to dinner. Loved it. Hopefully I’ll return for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

KI Cup Stay

The Forge was great. Lovely and clean. We loved the vehicle garden
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Staying at the Forge

We had a wonderful stay at the Forge accommodation in Kingscote. This gorgeously quirky house had everything we needed plus the best shower! A lovely verandah for an evening glass of wine and a garden where we had an abundance of delicious tomatoes and ripe figs. The Forge is easy walking distance to the town centre. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing oldy world with all the modern essentials

I really loved staying here in the little old house. Reminded me of my grandma’s cute house and all the pictures and items from days gone by right down to the dinner set and kelvinator refrigerator. Everything in working order and all the comforts we needed with the updated bathroom. Comfortable bed too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely place to stay

This was a lovely place to stay for 5 nights, with period character inside and a garden patio with barbecue for the evenings. It's clean, comfortable and 5-10 minutes walk from the main strip and the beach in Kingscote. I guess it could be stuffy in a heatwave (no air con) but, for us, the evening sea breeze cooled the place nicely.. We would go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Historic cottage and very comfortable

More than a bed to sleep in, this cottage has charm, convenience and a great base for several nights in Kingscote. The owner has provided access to a large vegetable garden which was much appreciated. The extra bird life was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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