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Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard
  • Internet access

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1

1 Queen Bed

2

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

About this property

Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive

Socks 'n' Sandals says it all for this charming little cottage, offering sea views enjoyable any time of the year. This rare gem allows you to step back in time and enjoy the simple things in life. Located in a place of unspoilt beauty with rugged landscapes and untouched flora and fauna.
This property is located on the corner of Gold Coast and Riverview Drive and fronts a reserve bordering the river inlet to the ocean. Within minutes you're on the beach.
This home is surprisingly spacious and features a downstairs bunkroom with separate outdoor access and internal stairs up to the open plan living, master bedroom, and separate toilet/bathroom. Open plan, well-stocked kitchen with Nespresso coffee machine and dining with reverse cycle air conditioning.
bbq facilities are available and an outdoor setting from which there are great sea and rural views.
Carrickalinga township is squeezed between the hillside and the pristine dunes. The beach is strikingly clean with clear water and fine white sands, an ideal beach for families. Take a stroll along this magnificent beach, or just sit back and relax.

When out and about enjoy local activities such as golf, fishing, horse riding, and nature walks. There are numerous cafes, restaurants, and several local wineries close by.

Location: Absolute beach, river, and sand dune frontage Carrickalinga
Bed configuration: Sleeps 7 (No more than 4 adults at the one time) (2 bed/1 bath) 1 queen, 2 loft single beds, 2 singles, 1 trundle (view photos for layout)
Facilities: Open plan Lounge, Dining, Kitchen with sea views (No laundry) - Steep internal and external staircase.
Features/entertainment: Free Wifi (nbn),tv, dvd, cd, bbq, Nespresso coffee machine
Heating/cooling: Reverse cycle air conditioner
Pets: Pets welcome
Fenced: Fully fenced dog area with the spacious kennel to the rear of the property
Special features: Nespresso coffee machine, moments from the beach!
Cleaning: Cleaner will be hired on your behalf, and will be incorporated into the rental fee
Bedding: All duvets and duvet covers are provided, all mattress protectors are provided, and all pillows are provided.
Linen: Sheets, pillow cases, and towels are provided and will be available at the property upon your arrival (guests must dress own beds upon arrival).
Please note: This property has no laundry facilities.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 # 7398216
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

About the area

Carrickalinga

Located in Carrickalinga, this holiday home is on the beach. High Country Trails and Links Lady Bay Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nixon-Skinner Conservation Park and Kalumunda Forest Reserve. With snorkelling, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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CARRICKALINGA, SA

What's nearby

  • Carrickalinga Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Normanville Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Links Lady Bay Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Port Willunga Beach - 24 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Brighton Beach - 48 min drive - 76.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Yankalilla Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Forktree Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Normanville Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Normanville Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪One Little Sister - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive?

As of 25 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive on 29 June 2026 start from NZ$378, 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.

What time is check-in at Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Socks 'n' Sandals - 34 Riverview Drive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carrickalinga holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carrickalinga Beach and Normanville Beach. Banksia Park and High Country Trails are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

6.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Marc R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location, ordinary accommodation

This property is all about its riverfront location, which makes for an excellent, relaxing stay. The enclosure for pets is great too. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about the condition of the shack and its contents (shower door is broken, TV picture is distorted, BBQ is not working properly, cleanliness is generally poor, lots of empty CD cases that should just be thrown away rather than disappointing guests). For the amount of money charged you don't even get linen included, so all in all a bit disappointing... The kitchen is good though.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

shannon h.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location but had a few let downs.

Had a great time away with my partner and 1 year old son. The location is beautiful with an ocean/river view. Property was abit hard to find hidden away with a small drive way. Few let downs with the TV cracked in the corner could watch the tv but had black through the picture, shower door was broken and there were dirty dishes found in the oven (considering there's a cleaning fee would expect to rock up to a clean property when arrive). The stairs are very steep and small with no light for nighttime to watch where your going. I wouldn't suggest staying here if you have young ones because of the stairs inside and outside the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2021
Thank you for leaving a review Shannon. Thankfully we have just installed some numbers and signs on the road out front, in hopes of better directing guests in future. In addition, the TV has been replaced and the shower door has been repaired. We apologise for the inconvenience regarding the cleaning, this issue has been brought up with the cleaner.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz O.

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

Hidden Gem

What a view! Superb location only a couple of minutes walk to the beach with a beautiful view to the ocean and gorgeous sunsets. Very well equipped kitchen, the owners have thought of everything. Bed is comfy, A/C very quiet and efficient and overall it is very cosy and comfortable. Always on the hunt for pet friendly places and this may now be our favourite place in Carrickalinga! Thank you to Sandy the owner for the chocolates and wine she left after we were unable to use the downstairs bedroom due to water damage. We definitely hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricia H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

More honesty

Stayed Dec 29 to Jan 3 and enjoyed the view from the front lounge and proximity to beach. The rooms were as depicted in the photos on site. However.. None of the photos showed the internal or external stairs. There was a reason for that. They are beyond being inconvenient.. The internal stairs would not be compliant with any known code in terms of steepness, narrowness and absence of light. The external stairs have no handrail, are steep and have a very high riser. This causes issues in moving around the property especially at night. A bit more honesty for this price would be the decent approach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Sam S.

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

Great weekend getaway

Very cosy weekend getaway
Verified

6/10 Okay

kim v.

great position

very tired outside unkept
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

SueK

Delightful

Everything excellent, compact & comfy; near beach, birds, quiet, warm & protected so fab in winter with views of wild sea from warm lounge.(Steep-stairs OK except for infirm elderly.)
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you for your great review Susan! We hope to see you again very soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Will

Great View

Lovely place with lots of character, warmth and an amazing view. We will be staying there again.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Lovely to hear you had such a nice time
Archival

8/10 Good

Steph

Private and Peaceful

I love this place. As soon as you arrive you notice an uninterrupted view across the river to the ocean. The home is tastefully and thoughtfully appointed with everything you need including reliable internet and coffee machine. I have stayed in both summer and winter and it it is a lovely haven in all seasons. It is so private you can dress how you like or not!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you for your lovely feedback, Steph! Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay.
Archival

8/10 Good

Anonymous s.

We loved this place!

This is an unpretentious older style beach house, but the uninterrupted view over the estuary sand dunes to the beach is fantastic, and the house is well maintained and wonderfully well equipped with a plentiful supply of crockery, cutlery, glassware, coffee machine etc, good internet, everything you need. Close to lovely beach.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you for your fantastic review Penny! Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!
Archival

8/10 Good

Mara

Peaceful, perfect position , lovely views

Spotless, excellent facilities.Very comfortable . Great value for a couple or larger family. Excellent airconditioning. Great selection of books, CDs, and DVDs for the guests use. A truly relaxing place for a holiday.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you Mara for your review and we are glad you had a wonderful time. Look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future. Regards Katie Ray White Normanville

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