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Cottage in Bethany - Bethany Reserve Cottage

Cottage in Bethany with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tanunda, SA
  • Place, Bethany Wines
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Chateau Tanunda
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Peter Lehmann
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage in Bethany - Bethany Reserve Cottage

Welcome to Bethany Reserve Cottage (formerly Sonntag House) — a beautifully restored circa-1840 settler’s cottage where Barossa heritage, tranquillity and modern comfort come together.

Set directly opposite the Bethany Reserve and creek, and located on the Bethany Historical Walk (Stop 15), the cottage enjoys a rare position in the heart of the Barossa. Peaceful, green and rich in history, it feels removed from the bustle — yet remains just minutes from Tanunda, the region’s vibrant centre of food, wine and culture. Wake to birdsong, wander the historic walking trail from your doorstep, or let children explore the open lawns, playground and shaded creekside paths directly across Bethany road.

Lovingly restored with a sympathetic modern addition, the cottage retains its original character — thick stone walls, flagstone floors and a traditional wood stove — while offering the ease of contemporary living. The country kitchen is fully equipped for relaxed breakfasts and unhurried meals, while the cosy lounge with slow-combustion fire invites you to settle in with a book or a glass of local Barossa wine.

The cottage comfortably accommodates two couples or a family, with two generous bedrooms. One bedroom home to a queen bed, and the other a double and single bed. There is also a fold-out sofa for additional guests (upon request). Quality linen is provided throughout, and a modern bathroom, toilet and laundry are discreetly housed within the newer extension.

Step outside to a vine-enclosed courtyard with gas BBQ, perfect for alfresco dining, or wander the surrounding gardens beneath towering pink peppercorn trees. With the reserve, creek and historic walking trails at your doorstep, the setting invites you to slow down and experience Bethany at its most authentic.

Whether you’re here to explore world-class wineries, enjoy scenic walks steeped in local history, or simply unwind in a character-filled country cottage, Bethany Reserve Cottage offers a memorable Barossa escape.

Why Guests Love It:
• Front-row access to Bethany Reserve, creek and Historic Walk
• Close to Tanunda and many wineries
• Comfortably suits a couple, two couples, or a family
• Authentic Barossa settler’s cottage (circa 1840)
• Wood fire, country kitchen and cosy interiors
• Vine-clad courtyard with BBQ for relaxed outdoor dining
• Quiet and green gardens
• Adjacent to the Heysen Trail

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Children under 2 years - free. Children 2-12 years incur a $25 per night additional guest charge.

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 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bethany

Bethany is home to this cottage. Bethany Wines and Turkey Flat Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Barossa Farmers Market and JamFactory. Barossa Bowland and Maggie Beer's Farm Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Tanunda, SA

What's nearby

  • Bethany Wines - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chateau Tanunda - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Barossa Valley Chocolate Company - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Peter Lehmann - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Maggie Beer's Farm Shop - 13 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Tanunda Station - 5 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wohler’s Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hive Barossa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keils Fine Food & Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barossa Beans and Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vintners Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in Bethany - Bethany Reserve Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage in Bethany - Bethany Reserve Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage in Bethany - Bethany Reserve Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in Bethany - Bethany Reserve Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in Bethany - Bethany Reserve Cottage located?

Situated in Bethany, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bethany Wines and within 3 miles (5 km) of Turkey Flat Vineyards and Barossa Regional Gallery. Mengler Hill Lookout and Chateau Tanunda are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of Vineyards close by. Good restaurants & bakeries, coffee shops nearby.Great access to wineries & other places like Maggie Beers Farm Shop.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lynette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bethany Reserve Cottage has many of its original features and is in a peaceful and relaxing village. A delightful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy, clean, picturesque and secluded. This was our second stay at Bethany and we'll certainly be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay in a lovely cottage. Thankyou.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An incredibly comfortable cottage - the perfect size for us (2 adults) travelling with our 16 year old daughter. Had everything we could possibly need and is also walking distance to Bethany Estate, which has excellent wine and spectacular views!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavan M.

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

Perfect base for cycle day touring

It was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona A.

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

Bethany Cottage Stayz

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage and absolutely loved our time there and could not fault a thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eszter T.

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

A charming and peaceful retreat

Bethany Reserve Cottage is beautifully maintained, well-equipped, and full of character. We loved the tranquil surroundings. A perfect base for exploring the region’s wineries and countryside.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Quentie C.

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

Beautiful location

Very beautiful accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonia G.

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

Quiet and peaceful location

Lovely clean cottage, very quiet and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Poppy M.

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

Barossa stay

It was neat and tidy and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Z.

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

Peaceful Stay at Bethany

We absolutely loved our stay at Bethany thankyou. Peaceful, clean, comfortable, had everything we needed, would definitely return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Cute, Tidy Cottage in a great location

Had a very enjoyable weekend away. Cute Cottage, convenient location and with all the necessities required
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

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

Barossa wedding stay

We only briefly stayed at Bethany reserve cottage but it was such a quaint little accommodation. Wish we could have stayed longer. Very cosy stay with lots of little homey touches.JJ
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia R.

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

Ms

This was a lovely property with charm and character. Perfect location, close to Tanunda and easy driving to the whole of the Barossa. It was quiet and secure. We’d definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Beautiful little cottage

Cosy, clean and very comfortable. Great location and was very quiet and peaceful. The wood fire was fantastic as it was very cold and raining. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

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

Barossa Weekend

The cottage was very clean, beds were comfortable and the owner was communicative and very helpful. We had a very relaxing weekend. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen E.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

Such a beautiful place to stay! Peaceful and quiet and a great get away for a relaxing time away. Close to the main street of tunanda but also far enough away from it too to avoid business.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn R.

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

Beautiful

A beautiful little cottage set in the foothills of the BV. An idea spot for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth r.

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

quiet, historic cottage

The generosity of the space in the cottage and grounds was very much appreciated after being on the road in sometimes cramped lodgings. The open fire was wonderful on the cold nights we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful & full of character
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley T.

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

Barossa weekend

Great little cottage. Very quiet and comfortable. Loved having the fireplace!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerrin P.

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

Bethany Cottage Stay

This was a great place to stay, quiet, cute and a little quirky. We loved it. Wifi would be great as phone reception isn't very good there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn H.

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

Bethany Reserve Cottage

A delightful and serene cottage. Well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette M.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful stay at this cottage. The highlight was walking up in the mornings to the magnificent dawn chorus from the garden and Bethany Reserve. Can't wait to go back. Thank You
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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