Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley

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A garden with a stone pathway leading to a rustic building with a brick facade and a green door.
A room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table with a vase, and a television.
A rustic stone building with a chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a small round table with a tray, a vintage stove, a staircase, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Auburn, SA
  • Place, Auburn Old Police Station and Courthouse Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Horrocks Wine
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grosset Wines
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley

Wild Olive is a charming historical cottage, built in 1859, authentic on the outside, and super modern inside. Set in beautiful tranquil gardens & walking distance from Velvet & Willow Pantry, The Rising Sun Hotel, Terroir Restaurant & the Riesling Trail.
The space
The cottage was built in 1859 and is Heritage SA and National Trust listed. It has been through many lives over a hundred and forty years, including tea rooms, a library, a mechanics institute, a sweet shop and a few others. Wild Olive Cottage was designed to provide an unforgettable stay for one couple.

Upstairs is a magnificent, Victorian antique, nickel and silver Queen-size bed with high-quality linen. The cozy combustion fireplace (with complimentary wood) is wonderful to sit around on cold nights and there are plenty of things to entertain yourself with - smart TV with Netflix (!), high-speed complimentary WI-FI, a DVD movie library, games, books & a smart speaker to play your favourite music. Within the cottage, there are some beautiful pieces of furniture and artwork, much from local artists.

An internal metal spiral staircase joins the two floors. Downstairs you will find a fully equipped kitchen, the benches are topped with local Mintaro slate and the cupboards are Blackwood. There is an under-bench oven, glass cooktop, microwave, toaster, capsule coffee machine & dishwasher. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need for cooking your meals and is supplied with cooking necessities such as cooking oil, salt, pepper, and sugar.

Our complimentary provisions include:
- Bottle of Velvet & Willow wine of your selection
- Drinks including beer, soft drinks & bottled water
- Coffee pods & milk
- Tea selection
- Hot chocolate
- Treats
Additionally, you get a free coffee voucher & a wine discount voucher from our beautiful neighbours at Velvet & Willow Pantry which is just next door.

From the dining area, you look directly out of French glass doors onto the beautiful garden. Directly out of the French doors is a pagoda-covered slate patio with a teak outdoor setting & a BBQ.

The bathroom is equipped with a deep spa bath & high-quality Turkish Cotton towels & robes.

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You can park at the front or in the specially designated parking spot in the sideway drive.
Other things to note
Self check-in code to a key box will be sent to you on the day of arrival.

Due to limited space, we don't have a washing machine at the cottage so please be mindful of that.

Please note the bathroom is located on a different level from the bed and the two levels are connected by a spiral staircase.

Additionally, you get a free coffee voucher, a wine discount voucher and a breakfast voucher from our beautiful neighbours at Velvet & Willow Pantry which is just next door.

During Weekdays Monday - Thursdays we have a basic breakfast available.
- Bread
- Full Cream Milk - Butter
- Eggs
- Bacon

If you're looking for a stay with friends, have a look at Dennis Cottage which has two bedrooms and is located next door to us.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9524916
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Auburn

Auburn is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Martindale Hall Conservation Park and Spring Gully Conservation Park, while Auburn Old Police Station and Courthouse Museum and Martindale Hall are cultural highlights. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Auburn, SA

What's nearby

  • Auburn Old Police Station and Courthouse Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mount Horrocks Wine - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grosset Wines - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Skillogalee Winery - 19 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Daisy's Vintage & Classic Cars - 31 min drive - 39.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Watervale Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Watervale General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Terrior Auburn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Velvet & Willow Cellar Door and Cafe - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley on 7 Sept 2026 start from £355, 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 Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley located?

Situated in Auburn, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Auburn Old Police Station and Courthouse Museum and Mount Horrocks Wine. Grosset Wines and Taylors Wines are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ileen and Andrew

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