Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay
Currawong Cottage is nestled in the dunes, adjacent to the coastal reserve. Surrounded by native bush it is a haven for birds and wildlife. Perfect peace and seclusion with just the sound of the waves breaking, and only a short walk to the stair case leading down to the beach. The cabin comprises a large well equipped country kitchen and living area, three bedrooms (one with a double bed and trundle, the other with a queen-sized bed, ensuite and ante-room), and a sleepout with a single bed and double bunk. The main bathroom has a large old fashioned bathtub, with shower. There are extensive verandahs and decks with a gas barbeque and outdoor dining areas. You can catch the morning sun or settle down with a book and an apple in the afternoon (after wearing the kids out on the beach.) A lovely rustic feel, with all the comforts of home.
Local Attractions
Vivonne Bay has everything for the beach-lover. Situated on the mid-south coast, it offers both seclusion and proximity to the many attractions of the central and western end of the island. These include Flinder's Chase Conservation Park, Remarkable Rocks, Admiral's Arch, Kelly Hill Caves, Seal Bay, Raptor Domain (birds of prey & reptile displays not to be missed!), The Little Sahara (giant sand dunes), The Eucalyptus distillery, Clifford's Honey Farm (all your Ligurian honey needs & home-made honey ice-cream to die for!). Across to the North coast, easy Access to Stokes Bay with its secret beach and wonderful Rockpool Cafe. Stop at the Parndana wild life Park on the way. Vivonne Bay, which has been voted Australia's best beach in a survey conducted by Sydney University, offers safe swimming, snorkelling, surfing, and fishing. Nestled between Vivonne Bay and Seal Bay Conservation Parks, Currawong Cottage is a bushwalker's or birdwatcher's paradise. The lovely sandy-bottomed Harriet River is a safe spot for a cool-off, a paddle and a safe splash-about for children. Canoes can be hired locally if you wish to explore further upstream.
Wild Life
Seals and dolphins are regular visitors to the bay, penguins can be seen near the jetty and in winter, you may be lucky enough to see a whale. Wallabies, possums, echidnas and heath goannas may be seen in the coastal reserve and around the beach houses. The beautiful coastal scrub land provides an ever changing display of wild flowers and a haven for birds. Vivonne Bay is an excellent base from which to explore the island, or just chill out, stay put and let the beautiful surroundings work their magic on you.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Vivonne Bay
Located in Vivonne Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Vivonne Bay Conservation Park and Mount Taylor Conservation Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park and Seal Bay Conservation Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Seal Bay Conservation Park - 21 min drive - 33.4 km
Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary - 26 min drive - 46.7 km
Flinders Chase National Park - 28 min drive - 51.1 km
Cape du Couedic Lighthouse - 48 min drive - 74.2 km
Getting around
Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Vivonne Bay Bistro - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay?
As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay on 28 April 2026 start from NZ$219, 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 Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Currawong Cottage Vivonne Bay located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Vivonne Bay Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Vivonne Bay Conservation Park. Little Sahara and Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Brilliant rustic cottage just next door to the beautiful beach. And perfect for dogs with enclosed outdoor space. Just wished we could have stayed longer.
This is a great holiday home, well protected from wild weather, yet very close walk to the beautiful Vivonne Bay beach. Comfy beds and couches, 2 showers and loved the bath.Host was excellent in her responses and a late checkout greatly appreciated!
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay! The house was perfect for our family. Clean and welcoming, had all the amenities we could ask for and the perfect cottage vibe. We loved the games and movie selections, such a bonus! Proximity to the beach and flinders chase made for easy day trips and was great as well. Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore KI.
Easy access to the house, lovely charming rustic house, well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, good collection of reading material, in a beautiful location amongst the sand dunes of Vivonne Bay
Very homey and comfortable house. Spacious rooms and great living area. Outside verandah well set-up - would be great to spend time out there on a warm day. All in all, very happy with our home away from home.
We enjoyed our 5 night stay very much. Loved the back track through the bush to the beach. Beds were comfortable. Vivonne Bay whiting burger was delicious. Close to attractions we saw - Seal Bay, Little Sahara buggy tour, raptor show, Flinders Chase NP inc Kelly Hill cave, admirals arch, remarkable rocks, honey and spirits.
We have had the best holiday -comfortable, clean with easy beach access as well as central to everything we wanted to do. Highly recommend Currawong Cottage.
Third time staying at Currawong Cottage, great place, quiet and peaceful, lots of wildlife and beautiful Vivonne Bay Beach! Thanks for being dog friendly! Highly recommended!
A great property that has everything one needs for a comfortable stay, including very good Wi-Fi. Can't fault the location: very close to the beach and the General store. Wish we could stay longer.
was a beautiful property and very comfortable, all pur needs were met us the beach and local amenities were very close
we even had the local wildlife come and have a visit!
kristee L.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2023
Thanks for your comments Kristee. So glad you enjoyed our hideaway.
It is our happy place and we love it when others appreciate it too.
Warm Regards
Heather
The Cottage ticked all the boxes for us. Clean, spacious,modern fittings with good air conditioning and strong internet. Great place for a short break and highly recommended
Real old style beach house in a good location close to the bay but protected from sight - plenty of room both inside and out in the verandas. Easy drives to restaurants and plenty of sights to see
Currawong Cottage was the perfect place for our family. From breakfast on the deck to family games night at the huge table we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Comfortable beds and a large bathroom as well as onsuite. Short walk to the beach at Vivonne Bay which was spectacular. Really recommend for families.
Tanya B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay
chris g.
10 January 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
No key left in box, owner could not be contacted. Out of desperation we had to drive 20k's so we could get phone reception to ring the Stayz help line, in 40 deg heat we were left on the side of the road for 2 1/2 hours on the phone with no result, the person on the other end of the phone just kept putting us on hold and offered no solution.This is very poor service and not good enough!
chris g.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2026
The previous tenant didn't replace the key in the box.
This has not happened before, but in future I will request that this be done.
So sorry that I didn't have my phone with me. Left the house in a hurry and left it behind. I was only gone for a few hours but it unfortunately coincided with your difficulty.
It was good that you went to the store and they were able to get you the help that you needed.
It really is important to me that my guests enjoy their time at Currawong Cottage and I regret letting you down
Sincerely
Heather
About the host
Hosted by Heather Burgess
Hi. My name is Heather Burgess I am a physiotherapist, now semi retired. I have lived in Adelaide all my life, much of it in the Adelaide hills. My partner Max and I now live in Athelstone overlooking Black Hill Conservation Park. I have always loved the outdoors and the Australian bush. I am a keen bushwalker and grower of native plants. Max and I generally have a dog in our life and currently we are trying to domesticate a lively staghound puppy called Rupert. We get over to Kangaroo Island as often as we can.
Why they chose this property
I first fell in love with Kangaroo Island on a visit with friends as a Uni student in 1972. I found Vivonne Bay when I brought my parents and young children over for an Easter visit in the late 80s. Looking for somewhere not too far from the west end attractions ( to avoid the " Are we there yet?" chorus from the back seat) I took a chance and booked a house here. In 2002 I brought my new maybe partner Max to the Island to test his bushwalking stamina. He passed so I thought I should show him my favourite beach (here of course). As chance would have it there was a stunning block of land for sale tucked behind the coastal reserve. Max said "buy it and I will build you a house". And he did - the beautiful Currawong Cottage. Not bad for a hairdresser with no building experience. I have kept both of them. Now my grown up children and my grand children love to come and stay. We have such happy times here with friends and family and we are pleased to think that others can come and enjoy our special place.
What makes this property unique
The mid south coast location is perfect for accessing all of the Island"s attractions. Nothing is too far away for a leisurely day trip. The beach is stunning. Voted Australia's best beach two years running in a Sydney University survey. Currawong Cottage is as close as you can get to the beach. It is cute, private and secluded. Birds and other wild life frequently visit the garden. Air conditioned for summer and winter comfort with a wood heater for atmosphere and extra cosiness. All up to date kitchen appliances and an old style Victorian bathtub in the main bathroom. A perfect mixture of quirky and convenient with great atmosphere. You can't help but relax and unwind.
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