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Living area
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Penneshaw, SA
  • Place, Penneshaw Penguin Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kangaroo Island Farmers Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dolphins Encounter Luxury entire HOUSE

An exclusive property with one of the best views in Penneshaw.
Relax and enjoy this exclusive holiday house just minutes from Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island. Stunning views overlooking Backstairs Passage and the Mainland.



Wake up most mornings in your bedroom or in the main living area and watch the dolphins, yachts, and sometimes whales and the albino wallaby pass through.Sit back and relax and enjoy this modern 3 bedroom home with all the A large open plan kitchen/family room opens out to an expansive timber decking with magnificent views.Ideal for alfresco dining/entertaining with uninterrupted views of the coastline and the Mainland.A high cathedral ceiling with a wall to ceiling gas heater and a modern masport fire place add romance to this superb property.There is a modern laundry with washing machine and dryer. The laundry adjoins a modern bathroom with a bath. and vanity. The shower and toilet are seperate.It is a true paradise. A client said " Better than the Greek Islands."



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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9032133
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Penneshaw

Located in Penneshaw, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Sealink Ferry Terminal and Dudley Cellar Door are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Baudin Conservation Park and Dudley Conservation Park. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Penneshaw, SA

What's nearby

  • Penneshaw Penguin Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kangaroo Island Farmers Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • beach near Lloyd Collins Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kingscote Tidal Pool - 48 min drive - 77.5 km

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Penneshaw Hotel - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Hogbay Saloon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Millie Mae's Pantry - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fat Beagle Coffee Shop - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fire and Smoke Ki - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphins Encounter Luxury entire HOUSE pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dolphins Encounter Luxury entire HOUSE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphins Encounter Luxury entire HOUSE?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphins Encounter Luxury entire HOUSE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphins Encounter Luxury entire HOUSE located?

This family-friendly Penneshaw holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kangaroo Island Farmers Market, Baudin Conservation Park and Sealink Ferry Terminal. Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Diana v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harvey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, location and facilities with a spectacular view. We watched dolphins from the balcony on an evening and grazing kangaroos and wallabies which were all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne M.

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

Excellent location

Great location and this is the third year have stayed here at Easter and always good
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bosco V.

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

Amazing host and splendid location for watching Dolphins

Greatly impressed with this accommodation. Host is very kind and helpful. Great location to watch Dolphins. Highly recommended to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate O.

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

Great stay with so many dolphins!

We had a great time staying at dolphins encounter. The house was clean and very functional. The view over the water was beautiful and we spent most of our time watching dolphins swim past - amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn S.

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

Fabulous house

Our stay at Dolphins Encounter was just as advertised… perfect location and wonderful house to spend a family Christmas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avinash R.

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

Wallabies in nature

Property is excellent. Location is superb with very good view around from the deck. Did see dolphins and wallabies in nature. All this made our stay superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your lovely comments. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

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

Dolphin House - Jan 2023

Great location, wonderful house, roomy with all the comforts. Great, stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley D.

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

Perfect House in a fantastic position

Wanting a property for 4 adults and two dogs- Dolphins Encounter ticked all the boxes. Owner was fantastic to deal with and had fire going and a bottle of bubbles when we arrived. Couldn’t have wanted a more perfect place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2020
Thank you Lesley for being the perfect guests. I hope you will return one day. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Kid and pet friendly with amazing views and a full service set up including toys.

Mish was an amazingly customer focused host who got back to all my questions very quickly. The house was ideally located and the views breathtaking! Ideal place to relax in front of the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Thank you Emma. You were a pleasure to host. Thank you for leaving the house so beautiful. I hope the new job is a success. Mish
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley D.

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

Perfect Penneshaw

Mish the owner is such a great host! The house was even decorated with an Easter theme. Friends with dogs stayed here and it was just the perfect place
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

georgie g.

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

Amazing view!

Clean, cosy and private. Beautiful view, large deck and saw lots of dolphins. Comfy beds and everything you need contained in the house. Close to Penneshaw Beach, IGA and Sea Ferry Terminal. Would definitely stay here again. Host was very helpful with information and great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov, 2022
It was a pleasure having you to stay. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anker C.

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

Beautiful Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Dolphin Encounter - We saw large pods of dolphins every morning from the deck. The space was perfect for our family and Mish provided the best communications experience that I have had in renting VRBO's..Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2024
Thank you Anker. It was our pleasure hosting you and your family. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

A truly joyful experience

Could not have asked, needed or wanted more - exceeded expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov, 2021
Thank you to both of you as well. The house was spotless upon check out.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muditha A.

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

Amazing place

This is a very beautiful place. You can see the dolphins from your room. This located very closed to the beach. We travel with our dog it’s very safe dog to run around. It’s only 3min away from the penshaw ferry terminal and 5min away from the town. Mish is very professional and responsible host always contactable. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irina S.

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

Islam stay

Our stay was amazing. Mish was great host, actual property is more beautiful than in the pictures. After driving around we realized, that the most beautiful beach is just 3 min walk. There were dolphins and kangaroos all day long. Place is equipped with absolutely everything you can possibly need. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prakash M.

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

Dolphin encounter it is!

What a blissful place to stay! This place has killer views. You can watch the dolphins play right from the living room or deck. Very well furnished, clean, roomy property. Well stocked kitchen, linens and good quality toiletries. Mish is a great host and gave us local tips and kept us updated. Thank you Mish!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2024
Thank you Prakash for being the most perfect guests. We loved having you to stay. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Highly recommend

We really enjoyed our time spent here. Great location. Close to ferry. Only a short walk to a beautiful beach. The house was kept very clean. With everything we could possibly need. Absolutely stunning views! Mish was very helpful and kind and was very quick to reply to our needs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2021
Thank you Melissa . It was our pleasure hosting you. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

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

The best view on Kangaroo Island!

We chose this property for its amazing view, and it more than delivered! Every evening was spent on the beautiful deck watching the local dolphin pod, the stunning sunsets, and enjoying the time in the evening when kangaroos and wallabies emerge from the trees and cover the yard! We fell in love with Penneshaw and believe this house is the perfect home base when visiting KI!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2023
Thank you for your beautifully written response. You were such a pleasure to accommodate. We hope the shark conference and its activities were enjoyable. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lia H.

Beautiful property overlooking the water

We had an amazing stay in this gorgeous home. We spent each night and morning out on the deck watching a pod of dolphins swimming and wallabies playing just below. The house has a lovely open plan living and everything you could want. The bedroom has views also down to the beach. The property is close to restaurants and shops but secluded enough to make your stay feel very private. We enjoyed all three days at this lovely property and to be able to bring our little dachshund with us made it even more special. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the lovely feedback. We thoroughly enjoyed having you to stay as well and thank you very much for honoring our pet policy. Mish.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

JODIE J.

Easy 5 star rating for this amazing property

It was our first time to KI and as beautiful as the island is (and it is!), it was made perfect by the opportunity to stay in this house. The setting is spectacular, the location is close to town but not too close, and Mish has ensured everything has been thought of. It truly was an amazing time. Even though the weekend was short, the memories will last forever. Thanks again Mish and I will definitely be visiting again. Xxx
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Thank you also so much for being the perfect guests!!! Would love to have you back anytime. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichola H.

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

A doggy paradise

This place is an absolute gem. To find accommodation that will accept our 3 dogs is very very rare..but to find such a high standard of accommodation in such a beautiful setting is unheard of. Mish was the perfect hostess..always at the end of the phone if needed but gave us our space. The house met all our needs in every way. Thankyou so much..I hope you will allow us into your home next year
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2020
Thank you for been the most perfect/above perfect guests. Tremendous communications and had a feeling you were going to be terrific. One would have no idea that dogs had been on the property. Thank you so much for leaving the house squeaky super clean. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian W.

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

Gorgeous comfy cozy house

Beautiful house with large decks and windows and great views. The photos really don’t do it justice at all. The fireplace was lit for us on arrival, and kept the living area nice and warm. The split systems in the bedrooms were great for a little burst of heat when needed too. The kitchen is very well stocked with hot drinks, condiments and dishes. There were even plastic dishes for our toddler. The toys were enjoyed by our 3 year old, as was the dvd selection. I liked the romance novel selection and cookbooks. The smart tv was great. The house even had a baby bath tub and potty! Our two old dogs were thankfully welcome and enjoyed sitting out on the balcony watching the ocean. We saw wallabies, kangaroos and dolphins from the balcony and many windows. Our daughter liked watching the ferry go back and forth. I hope we get to come back! Great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2024
Thank you for being the most perfect guests. Thank you also for your beautiful and very detailed review. Mish.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith b.

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

Great place to relax and unwind

Great place to stay relax and unwind, the house is very well set up. We thought we were extremely lucky to be next to the Wallaby trail and seeing the pod of Dolphins playing in the bay.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

great house amazing view

Mish was easy to liaise with and the property was clean and had plenty of instructions on how to work everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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