10/10 Excellent
Nicholas P.
9 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicholas P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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Ideal location to explore historic Strathalbyn, Wineries, good food and scenery
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 462 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Ideal location to explore historic Strathalbyn, Wineries, good food and scenery
Three beautiful cottages situated on the banks of the Angas River, all quite individual. The Garden Suite, contemporary furnished, (ideal for those with mobility issues as the flooring is level and front door can be opened wider) comprises of large comfortable living/dining area with large flat screen TV with dvd player and a well equipped corner kitchen with full sized fridge/freezer, 4 gas burner, Range hood, combination microwave with grill function and coffee pod machine. Two bedrooms, both fully carpeted, both with queen beds and wardrobes. large walk in shower with grab rails in shower room as well as front loader washing machine for own use. large windows and double door opens out onto large covered patio area with seating/table and beautiful views across the almost 2 acres of multiple award winning landscaped gardens nestled on the banks of the River Angas, which flows through the gardens.
A blue tooth speaker to connect to your phone to listen to your own music in addition Wifi is available for free as well as a range of DVDs/books free to use.
Breakfast provisions both continental and for you to cook yourself bacon and eggs are supplied for first two nights of your stay, plus ample continental supplies. We also offer a complementary decanter of port sourced from our friends at Bleasdale.
Parking whilst staying is in our diagonal car spaces just outside the property. You are welcome to drive down to unpack and then again when you are packing. Please if you have mobility issues let us know and we can give permission to park your car alongside your cottage for the duration of your stay.
We are perfectly positioned on the very edge of town, easy walking distance to four pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, Motor Museum and Antique/homewares stores. For the explorers we are only 15 mins from the wineries at Langhorne Creek, 20-25 mins from Mount Barker and Hahndorf, 35 mins from the coastline at Goolwa and Port Elliot with Victor Harbour just a short drive further on. The City of Adelaide with its international airport is only 45 mins away.
We live on site and are happy to have as much interaction as you would like or we are happy to give you your complete privacy (we cannot guarantee our friendly Dog 'Jake' or even our 4 inquisitive chickens will not try to visit you). This Cottage is not suitable for pets, please if wanting to bring your dog, book our pet friendly option The Manager Cottage.
A blue tooth speaker to connect to your phone to listen to your own music in addition Wifi is available for free as well as a range of DVDs/books free to use.
Breakfast provisions both continental and for you to cook yourself bacon and eggs are supplied for first two nights of your stay, plus ample continental supplies. We also offer a complementary decanter of port sourced from our friends at Bleasdale.
Parking whilst staying is in our diagonal car spaces just outside the property. You are welcome to drive down to unpack and then again when you are packing. Please if you have mobility issues let us know and we can give permission to park your car alongside your cottage for the duration of your stay.
We are perfectly positioned on the very edge of town, easy walking distance to four pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, Motor Museum and Antique/homewares stores. For the explorers we are only 15 mins from the wineries at Langhorne Creek, 20-25 mins from Mount Barker and Hahndorf, 35 mins from the coastline at Goolwa and Port Elliot with Victor Harbour just a short drive further on. The City of Adelaide with its international airport is only 45 mins away.
We live on site and are happy to have as much interaction as you would like or we are happy to give you your complete privacy (we cannot guarantee our friendly Dog 'Jake' or even our 4 inquisitive chickens will not try to visit you). This Cottage is not suitable for pets, please if wanting to bring your dog, book our pet friendly option The Manager Cottage.
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Portacot available prebook bring own cot bedding
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside of accommodation only
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please ensure heating and electric blankets are turned off
Please wash up and put away
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Strathalbyn
Located in Strathalbyn, this cottage is near a water park and on a river. Angas Plains Vineyards and Longview Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bullock Hill Conservation Park and Cox Scrub Conservation Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
Strathalbyn, SA
What's nearby
- Station Masters Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Soldiers Memorial Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- St Andrew's Uniting Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- River Angas Walkway - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Adelaide Oval - 54 min drive - 67.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Strath Corner Bakery - 5 min walk
- Bean Machine - 8 min walk
- BP - 1 min walk
- Pestka's Bakery - 7 min walk
- Appleseed Cafe - 7 min walk
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Peter J.
23 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peter J.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Janet M.
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient
Janet M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
PAMELA W.
9 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PAMELA W.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Sharon G.
26 October 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a relaxing stay at the Garden Suite!
Sharon G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie G.
18 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and welcoming.
Stephanie G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue J.
30 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
three days in the 1800's
Sue J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
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30 May 2019
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About the host
Hosted by Heather Dean
We both had corporate jobs in Melbourne and decided do have a tree change, gave up our jobs in Interior design and my husband managing in IT. Our children were grown and moved out and it was time to find something we enjoyed and gave us a more simple lifestyle; We enjoy gardening and lavish attention on our 2 acres of landscaped gardens and in a regional gardening competition have won the best business gardens seven years in a row and in 2019 also won the overall grand champion garden over all catorgies. We also enjoy good wine and food and boy did we pick the right town. Strathalbyn has welcomed us with open arms and we enjoy the community and friendship we have found, needless to stay we are happy with our choices and hope during your short time with us you will experience the beauty and friendliness that embodies this town.
Why they chose this property
We spent a long time looking for that special place to run our accommodation. It had to be close to a town, walking distance to places to eat, coffee shops and hopefully a nice pub. We wanted something that had an historic background or something special about it and finally it had to be in a place people would want to visit. The Gasworks ticked all our boxes and it was love at first site. We intend to leave it better than we found it as we consider ourselves more caretakers than owners as this piece of history belongs to the town as well as us.
What makes this property unique
Built in C1890 The Gasworks was created out of the local Bluestone and along with its lovingly restored cottages the walkways/walls around the garden are also of this beautiful stone, we love the curve of the roof and its high ceilings. Location on the banks of the pretty River Angas is also a beautiful bonus. The gardens abound with birds and beautiful blooms, we find it the perfect haven and hope you do too. The property is easy walking/strolling distance from the 4 pubs, shops and eateries, or stay and picnic in the gardens.
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