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House on the Hill Kangaroo Island
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
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Emu Bay, SA
- Place, Kangaroo Island Spirits27 min drive
- Place, Kingscote Tidal Pool27 min drive
- Place, Exceptional Kangaroo Island28 min drive
- Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
House on the Hill Kangaroo Island
Perched on the side of a hill this cosy contemporary beach house overlooks the trees and ocean of Emu Bay. The house is private on its 5acres but only 700m from the 4.5km long beach of Emu Bay.
The house is designed as a coastal retreat for its owners and has an intimate connection to its bush surroundings and nearby sea.
The location, the incredible views and the house provide for a perfect retreat, a holiday and a place for relaxation.
The living and outside areas are north facing with views of the sea and bush. One can experience this unique location from all rooms at any time of the day and throughout the seasons. The 4 m long daybed is perfect for reading a book, taking in the view or a nap.
The bedroom has a Queen-size bed with views over the trees to the ocean. It is equipped with a reverse cycle A/C.
The Kitchen and living area is a large open space with an adjoining deck. The stainless steel kitchen has a gas stove and electric oven, and all necessary utensils and cooking requirements.
For cooler days there is an open fire for heating the living area with firewood supplied.
A 4m long day bed at the end of the room looks out over the landscape to the water.
Emu Bay is a quiet coastal hamlet located on the northern side of KI. Its 4.5km long white sandy beach is accessible to vehicles and provides safe swimming. There is also a jetty and a boat ramp. Emu Bay has no shopping facilities.
Emu Bay to Kingscote is only 15 min along a bitumen road where you can find most facilities including supermarket, petrol station, post office, banks and tourist information.
The Sealink ferry arrives from Cape Jervis at Penneshaw. The distance from Penneshaw to Emu Bay is approximately 75km, all on bitumen.
Emu Bay is 15 min from the airport.
House on the hill serves as an ideal base for touring the Island due to its central location and its proximity to Kingscote
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Emu Bay
Emu Bay is home to this holiday home. Hope Cottage Museum and Parndana Soldier Settlement Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cygnet Estuary Conservation Park and Beatrice Islet Conservation Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Island Beehive and Kingscote Tidal Pool. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

Emu Bay, SA
What's nearby
- Island Beehive - 25 min drive - 22.4 km
- Kangaroo Island Spirits - 27 min drive - 26.4 km
- Kingscote Tidal Pool - 27 min drive - 24.2 km
- Hope Cottage Museum - 28 min drive - 23.9 km
- Exceptional Kangaroo Island - 28 min drive - 29.7 km
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
3 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marian Q.
6 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marian Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
8 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
13 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dylan L.
9 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dylan L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Glen W.
25 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emu Bay stay
Glen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carmen L.
13 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total restoration
Carmen L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Teresa H.
3 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing vibe with a view
Teresa H.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
vickianne w.
4 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful bush experience
vickianne w.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jack Y.
12 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emu Bay
Jack Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kerrie H.
21 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Kerrie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
milissa j.
27 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely remote house
milissa j.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Helen J.
9 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Comfort
Helen J.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roslyn H.
25 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and house
Roslyn H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ian R.
28 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our north east stop on KI
Ian R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert P.
1 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retirees from USA Visit to Emu Bay
Robert P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adrian B.
11 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish rustic retreat
Adrian B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
7 Jan, 2008
House on the Hill is a wonderful, relaxing and hidden surprise. Sweeping views over Emu Bay - which
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth C.
2 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elizabeth C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Beate F.
5 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top ausgestattetes Haus in wunderschöner Lage
Beate F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Harrison M.
18 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, loved it
Harrison M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jan B.
20 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Away from it all
Jan B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Graeme S.
8 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place to unwind.
Graeme S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pam W.
13 Dec, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax surrounded by nature
Pam W.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cai O.
13 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Cai O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by Cecilia Gunnarsson
Languages:
English, Swedish
Premier Host
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