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Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR

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A modern house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a built-in oven, and a dishwasher. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, bookshelves, a sofa, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.
A modern two-story house with a covered porch, large windows, and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
At the lakefront, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 6 guests. Enjoy lake views while engaging in nearby swimming, surfing, and hiking activities. The property includes a fenced yard and deck, and it is pet-friendly. Visit Encounter Bay and the Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead for local attractions.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Encounter Bay, SA
  • Place, Encounter Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, The Bluff
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR

** All guests are welcomed with a bottle of SA wine and chocolate **

Contemporary house overlooking a gorgeous, peaceful lake and reserve. 3 Bedrooms (sleeps 6 people). Fully fenced deck, boardwalk and backyard for humans and their pets! Big undercover deck to relax and enjoy the views and the amazing birdlife. Black and white cockatoos, galahs, corellas, gulls, ducks, pelicans, Ibis, wrens and more. The bird song in the morning is sublime. Big screen TV, NBN Wi-Fi and Netflix and 80% solar powered.

Located at the end of a very quiet cul de sac, this near-new property is a peaceful place to enjoy a relaxed holiday in beautiful Encounter Bay. It is directly overlooking a beautiful lake that is a haven for birds of all types! Particular favourites are white and black cockatoos, corellas and ducks. If you get lucky, you may see a Pelican or two in the lake!

Surrounded by reserve to the front, eastern side and rear, this property embodies the saying “How’s the serenity?” Walk around the lake or head down to the beach (about 6 mins away). There are also fabulous walks close by to Petrel Cove and The Bluff, or to Kings Beach. For a long walk, take the Heysen Trail to Waitpinga Beach – Kings Beach is just a 2 min drive from this property. Then marvel at the wildlife (seals, dolphins and whales can be seen depending on the time of year), birdlife, coastal flowers and the magnificent cliffs.

The property has three bedrooms, a bathroom, laundry, and a separate toilet with laminate floorboards throughout. The open-plan kitchen/living room opens onto a large north-facing covered deck that offers great views of the lake and hills. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and a filtered water tap. The furniture in the main living area has a beachy feel to get you in the holiday vibe from the minute you walk in the door.

The main living area opens up to a big deck (complete with a roof for all-weather use). The deck is finished with two timber lounge chairs, a coffee table, a dining table and benches and a BBQ for outdoor cooking. It has recessed downlights for nighttime entertaining. Leading from the deck is a boardwalk up to the fully enclosed rear yard – a great, secure space for your dogs to play.

With a brand-new kitchen completed in late 2025, there is even more to love about this little oasis. There is a dishwasher, oven with air fryer and steam modes, a 2-burner cooktop and a kitchen island bench with storage and stools for chatting with the cook over a glass of wine.

The main bedroom has sliding doors to a deck and wonderful views of the willow trees along Jagger Lake. There is a wall-mounted TV so you can enjoy a lie-in while watching your favourite show (or let the kids into the main bedroom and they can watch Tv while adults enjoy the big screen TV in the main living area).

All bedrooms have stainless steel ceiling fans. The house also has reverse-cycle air conditioning. Slimline roller blinds and timber flooring throughout give the house a contemporary feel.

With views from the deck, living area and two bedrooms to Jagger Lake (which attracts loads of birdlife), this home will appeal to couples and families. It is comfortable, peaceful, quiet and relaxing: the perfect getaway!

Other facilities include a 40″ HD LED LCD flat-screen TV, DVD with home theatre, books, CDs, DVDs, and a comfortable lounge with a chaise. There is also a Smart TV with subscriptions to Netflix – so you can watch unlimited free movies and TV series during your stay.

Like all Pet Let properties, this house is 100% pet friendly. There are fully enclosed deck and yard, and your well-behaved pets are very welcome inside!

The reserve is less than 30 metres from the house, with the beach a 6-minute walk. A few minutes' drive to the Beach House on Franklin Parade, and 5 minutes will get you to Victor Harbor. The excellent Encounter Bay boat ramp is about 2 minutes' drive.

The beds will be freshly made for guest arrival with sheets, pillowcases and quilt covers. Bath towels, mats, hand towels and tea towels are all supplied.

BYO binoculars!

Every Pet Let stay includes the Perks Pack: an exclusive bundle of discount offers at local businesses worth up to $230. From spa sessions to dining and local activities, it’s extra value built in so you can get the most out of your holiday budget.

Bedding Configuration
3 Bedrooms:

One bedroom with one Queen bed
One bedroom with one Double bed
One bedroom with two Single beds

All areas of the house, deck and garden are reserved for your exclusive use.


Extra Guest Charge:
Our standard rate is for 2 guests only. Please note that an additional fee will apply $30 per person per night in excess of 2 guests.

Note: If an extra guest after 2 is staying for 1 night only, it's $60 for 1 night.

You have booked the property for a certain number of people (as specified on your booking). If you would like to have extra guests stay at any time, please contact us in advance. We will advise if this is possible and, if so, the additional cost.

Our cleaners plan their daily schedule for the number of guests booked in at each property. If undeclared guests stay, the rate charged retrospectively will be double the standard rate.


**SCHOOLIES - property is available with a $2,500 bond and a $250 cleaning fee for a maximum of 6 people ONLY plus $110 per person per night in excess of 2 guests. No parties are allowed at any time. **

Please take note that this does not include any amount to any damages that you may incur if you violate any of our house rules. We do not allow parties, events and smoking at the property.

Party / Events Fee: $200 per occurrence
Late Night Disturbance Fee: $200 per occurrence
Smoking Fee: $200

Please note that this property doesn't accept 25 December Arrival/Departure.

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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: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9132130
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 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

Encounter Bay

Located in Encounter Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at West Island Encounter Bay Aquatic Reserve and Newland Head Conservation Park, while South Australian Whale Centre and Encounter Coast Discovery Centre are cultural highlights. Urimbirra Wildlife Park and Nangawooka Flora Reserve are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Encounter Bay, SA

What's nearby

  • Encounter Bay - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • beach near Wright Island - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • The Bluff - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • beach near Petrel Cove - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Victor Harbor Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪JF & C - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Primo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Loco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Victa's Pizza Express - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Good Day - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR?

As of 25 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR on 25 October 2026 start from NZ$598, 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 Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR located?

Located in the heart of Encounter Bay, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Encounter Bay, West Island Encounter Bay Aquatic Reserve and Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead. The Bluff and Newland Head Conservation Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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