Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw
Place, Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw
9 min drive
Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
30 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
living area
3 Double Futons
master bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
2 bathrooms
ensuite bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
main bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
* * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach
* In Winter, all bookings can be kept flexible and dates adjusted if the weather forecast is bad *
Aquamarine is a 3 bedroom house located just behind a dune, right next to a safe swimming beach. It is light, spacious and has plenty of room for larger families or groups. The master bedroom has a king size bed and own bathroom.
The house has recently been connected to the mains water and a large capacity hot water service was installed in 2024, so everybody can have a hot shower. The kitchen is well equipped and even has a dishwasher. The air conditioner has been replaced in February 2023 and now works perfectly.
Aquamarine is ideal for longer stays all year round. The house is well insulated, has heaters and electric blankets on all beds. The back verandah is quite big, overlooks the dune and has a gas BBQ as well as seating. The house has a pleasant green outlook but there is no sea view.
Beach access is immediately behind the house with no street between. The beach is great to explore, is fairly sheltered and there is great fishing from the rocks. There are extensive warm shallows for children to enjoy but also an easy access spot to deep water. You can expect to see a lot of wildlife and the sea is teeming with fish. At the same time, you would only be a short drive from the shops, making life considerably easier.
There is NBN broadband WiFi installed in the house and is free for the guests to use. One can even stream movies or play games if you bring your computer.
Well behaved pets may be permitted by individual arrangement but the garden is not fenced.
Location
Located on the North Coast of the fabulous Kangaroo Island, Baudin Beach is a small settlement of about 100 houses, 5 km East from Island Beach and 10 km West from Penneshaw ferry terminal. There is a good supermarket and several eateries at Penneshaw but no food is sold at Baudin Beach. The area is greener and less windy than the South coast of the island. The place is great for fishing and diving with a good boat ramp down the street. Sheltered waters of Eastern Cove are renown for plentiful King George Whiting. There is a gorgeous, safe and largely private beach just behind the house. The main highway leading to all the island attractions is only a couple of hundred meters away.
Sleeping configuration
The main bedroom has a king size bed and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen bed and the third has a king single and a bunk bed. There are now 3 new sofa beds in the living area, providing additional sleeping if necessary. There is also a full size cot available for a baby.
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Dogs must have prior approval and $60 charge paid.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
In case of unforeseen circumstances, date changes are often possible if notified in advance. In Winter, all bookings can be kept flexible.
Dogs must have prior approval and appropriate charge paid.
Dogs can come inside but must be kept off beds.
The garden is not fenced
Groups larger than 7 people must obtain an approval prior to booking
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9024961
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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
Baudin Beach
Located in Baudin Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Cape Willoughby Lightstation and Hope Cottage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum and Kingscote Tidal Pool. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and ecotours.
Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum - 5 min drive - 8.2 km
Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park - 6 min drive - 9.6 km
Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
Kangaroo Island Farmers Market - 12 min drive - 14.8 km
Getting around
Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Penneshaw Hotel - 8 min drive
Hogbay Saloon - 9 min drive
Millie Mae's Pantry - 8 min drive
Fat Beagle Coffee Shop - 8 min drive
Fire and Smoke Ki - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is * * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at * * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at * * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach on 8 August 2026 start from NZ$377, 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 * * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at * * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at * * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is * * * Aquamarine * * *
Right next to the beach located?
This family-friendly Baudin Beach holiday home is located on the beach, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Dudley Conservation Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum and Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park. Kangaroo Island Farmers Market and Baudin Conservation Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great property for a family.Well thought out space right next to the beach which is very private and we had it mostly to ourselves.Fully equipped kitchen including the staples like salt, sugar and cooking spray. Only 10 min from the Penneshaw Ferry terminal and about an hours drive from Kingscote and some beautiful attractions that kangaroo Island has to offer.We will definitely be back one day. Thank you
Anna's property at Aquamarine was impeccable - clean, neat and all the amenities needed for a family holiday away.
Tara S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Archival
8/10 Good
Sandra C.
20 April 2016
Great location and house very comfortable
We enjoyed our stay. Baudin Beach lovely and house met our requirements.
Sandra C.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
I am glad that you've enjoyed your visit, Sandra and sorry that the cleanliness was less than 5 star. The cleaner has been dealing with some problems recently and has now moved from the area. I am very happy with the new cleaner and expect that Aquamarine will continue being the great beach house it has always been.
We really enjoyed staying at the aquamarine! It has all the amenities we needed during our stay and it very well accommodated our 1 yo pooch as well. Definitely recommend booking your stay here for a pleasant getaway.
Convenient well kept house out of town but close enough to attractions and shops. Kitchen was clean and well equipped. Neighbourhood is quiet. The small beach is just over a sandhill.
Aquamarine was well equipped and well located. We had a great time taking the short walk to the beach, travelling around KI and making trips into Penneshaw for coffee or supplies. Fantastic spot for kids. Anna was a helpful and communicative host.
Matt W.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Robyn W.
15 April 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Good base for a week of exploring KI
Simple, comfortable, great that property can accommodate our dog. Beautiful beach close by
The kitchen had no pantry to store our food and the plates, fry pans etc needed to be cleaned before we could use them. The place definitely needs a good clean. No real secure place for us to keep our dogs.
Stayed here for a work trip with a couple of colleagues and it was absolutely perfect for us. Great accommodation, clean, spacious and had all we needed for our time there. Will stay again should I ever get the chance. Thanks.
We are doing some work in the area and wanted somewhere to stay that felt lile home. Was perfectly located for us and went fishing locally after work. Would recommend again and intend on staying again as our project in the area continues
The house is beautiful and very clean in a lovely tranquil position. Short walk to a beautiful secluded beach. Highly recommended
Kim D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Melissa
7 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staying at the Aquamarine was an idyllic beach holiday. Pop over the sand dune to a scenic stretch of white sandy beach, which we shared with a pelican each evening. The Aquamarine had all of the amenities and space we needed and was within the perfect driving distance to Penneshaw. A relaxing family beach holidsy.
Baudin Beach is a highly romantic, secluded treasure of nature and Aquamarine has been my favourite accommodation - a comfortable, spacious house; very clean and well heated in cold weather; had everything anyone would need. The tranquility and charm of the spot was compounded with the helpful, friendly host. By far my most memorable stay on Kangaroo Island.
Malgorzata S.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
jennifer m.
6 January 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Aquamarine Baudin Beach KI
Great Location, easy check in process, lots of extras within house.
Yard and surrounds need substantial work to make it look like what is advertised.
We were very happy with the Aquamarine Holiday House.Lots of room with 2 bathrooms. The kitchen had everything we needed and a very good size fridge. Big family/dining area. Location perfect for short walk to a beautiful beach. The deck was great to sit and listen/ watch the busy bird life including the gorgeous blue wrens. It was a very hot few days on our KI visit and the aircon. was very well appreciated. We definitely recommend a stay there.
Location and overall function of the house was good. Plenty of room inside for our group. Bathrooms mouldy, particularly basin in ensuite. Only 6 rolls of toilet paper for 6 people for 8 nights was inadequate, as was the lack of basic stuff like glad wrap, alfoil or paper towel. We thought the yards were overgrown and not like the photos. We enjoyed our stay but thought these were areas for improvement.
The owner was amazing. Unfortunately we had a few hiccups that were beyond her control but they were dealt with promptly and effectively. The actual property was a great spot for all of us. Teenagers Adults and small ones...
The house was comfortable and easy to maintain during our stay.
Will be back again.
vashti j.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2020
Thank you for your patience Vashti and Paul. You looked after Aquamarine as if it was your own house
Verified
6/10 Okay
Carole O.
12 February 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Aquamarine At Baudin Beach
We went from a WOW on entry to the property to disapointment very quickly. We were warned the day before our arrival the the A/C was broken but a fan or 2 to replace it would have helped when it got hot in the house. there were many things that were not great, no sharp knives for meal prep, a broken toilet roll holder in the ensuite, only 1 tea towel for 3 people for 4 days, the pillow slips were not ironed made us wonder if the sheets were clean, much maintenance is required generally to this place. not a nice experience at all. I would never book this place again.
Carole O.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Anna
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests