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Riverport Retreat - Pet Friendly, close to the river, free Wifi + linen included

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Living area
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Deck or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pet-friendly

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Riverport Retreat - Pet Friendly, close to the river, free Wifi + linen included

Relax with the extended family at this peaceful property, with a large secure garden for you and your pets to enjoy. Wander down to the river for coffee from Bombora and head to the adjacent playground or club for a round of golf. It's an easy walk to the Wharf, or into Goolwa, or a quick drive (or longer walk) to Goolwa Beach or the Barrage.

Perfect for young families or small groups to use as a base while you explore the surrounding seaside towns and wineries.

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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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9717643
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 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

About the area

Goolwa South

Located in Goolwa South, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a river. Goolwa Museum and Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club Marina and South Lakes Golf Club. Urimbirra Wildlife Park and Nangawooka Flora Reserve are also worth visiting. Kayaking, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Goolwa South, SA

What's nearby

  • Goolwa Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Artworx Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Goolwa Wharf Markets - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Steam Exchange Brewery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Days - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Imbass On The Elbow - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hectors Cafe On The Wharf - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverport Retreat - Pet Friendly, close to the river, free Wifi + linen included pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Riverport Retreat - Pet Friendly, close to the river, free Wifi + linen included?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverport Retreat - Pet Friendly, close to the river, free Wifi + linen included?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverport Retreat - Pet Friendly, close to the river, free Wifi + linen included?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverport Retreat - Pet Friendly, close to the river, free Wifi + linen included located?

Situated in Goolwa South, this golf holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club Marina and South Lakes Golf Club. Goolwa Golf Course and Artworx Gallery are also within 15 minutes. Goolwa Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and a bonus with linen etc supplied. Kitchen was well equipped with pantry supplies and there's a great garden (well fenced) for a dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta W.

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

Goolwa South Gem

Loved our stay at the property. Fantastic for dogs with a big secure backyard for her to play around. We love this location close to the river and township and the house is so comfortable and well decked out with everything you could need. The place has a great vibe and would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Goolwa.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2024
Thanks for your lovely review Loretta! And thankyou for being such wonderful guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raechel D.

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

Perfection!

A beautiful, well equipped and immensely comfortable home, perfect for a family holiday. We would love to stay again. Close to town, private, and love the large yard and gorgeous garden and entertaining area. Thank you. A very special place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

simon m.

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

amazing

so many extras with the property , photos dont do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
Thanks Simon - and thanks for being great guests and taking good care of our property!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Beautiful

This home has it all. We could not have asked for more. Comfort, amenities, security, car parking. A very comfortable place to stay, and Debra could not have been any more helpful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

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

Well positioned, equipped and presented

Very welcoming and perfectly presented. Thoughtful and so everything you could need is available. Great spot close to a cafe for good coffee, etc, and an enjoyable stroll to Goolwa centre or the beach. Our dog enjoyed the large garden, and the veranda off the main bedroom was a calm spot to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2024
Thanks for your lovely Review Annette and for leaving our property in such a great state!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raechel D.

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

Immaculate and spacious home

Stayed over Easter and found this home so comfortable with a great vibe and everything you could possibly need on hand. Our host put on some really lovely extras such as a bottle of wine and we really appreciated the DVDs, games, books, as well as the well stocked pantry. A beautiful place to stay in handy to all the attractions. We loved the spa bath while our two little dogs enjoyed exploring the massive and beautifully manicured garden. Thank you Debra.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2024
Thanks for your lovely review Raechel, and for being fabulous guests!. We look forward to hosting you again some time in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlton W.

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

Location, Location, Location!

If you're after a location in Goolwa which is convenient for the river, beach, golf, cafes and restaurants - then this is it! In addition the ideal location, Riverport has fantastic amenities including a private garden with a spacious lawn for everyone to enjoy including your fur baby. The kitchen is incredibly well equipped and the hosts provided an array of items to assist with cooking meals. Finally, the hosts were contactable and responsive to all queries both before and during our stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2024
Thanks for your great review Carlton and for being such great guests! It was a pleasure hosting your family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Perfect Getaway

We enjoyed an amazing 5 nights at Riverport Retreat. The house is immaculately clean and has one of the most well stocked pantries that we’ve seen in holiday accommodation. Rooms are all spacious, well furnished, comfortable and the spa in the master is a real treat. Wifi works well and was fast and strong enough to work from. Our pup and 8 year old loved the large backyard to run in and heaps of space to relax and kick a ball around. Location wise, just a short walk to the golf club and to the river. Thank you for your hospitality and looking forward to staying again one day soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2022
You are very kind Michelle, and we are happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

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

Great Goolwa Getaway

We booked the Riverport Retreat with the intention of our kids sailing in Frostbite over the June long weekend. Unfortunately that was cancelled due to Blue-Green algae but we still went ahead with the weekend away. The house is great, very clean and tidy. Our kids loved their bedrooms and our dog was happy in the yard. It was a great location and would been perfect for Frost Bite. Hopefully we’ll stay there again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola E.

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

Fantastic holiday house

We were instantly impressed with the high standard of this holiday house. The house itself is incredibly well equipped with plenty of kitchen tools and appliances. The bedrooms are spacious and beds very comfy. The owners have even thought of sensor night lights throughout the house to make it easier getting around in the dark. And the back garden was stunning. The huge manicured lawn was perfect for our dogs and kids. We all felt both pampered and at home instantly. This is a house that people will return to over and over. We loved it and definitely will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2022
Thanks so much Nicola - and thanks for leaving everything so nice and clean! You are all definitely welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved how house provided every comfort we could want. Our little dog loved the big lawned back-yard. Many interesting walks were had and called in to lots of cafes and restaurants. Enjoyed the Coorong which was quite close. Really need a week to experience everything Goolwa has to offer. Would definately return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronni W.

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

A stunning house with everything you need for a relaxing, comfortable stay

Such an immaculately presented, gorgeous light filled home surrounded by lovely gardens, all in a quiet peaceful location. Deb has thought of everything, right down to the eco friendly cleaning products and a great selection of games and books. A delightful accessible main bathroom made it easy for our family member with mobility issues. Just a few minutes walk from the river, Bombora Cafe and a wonderful playground, a pleasant stroll in to the main street and wharf and a few minutes drive to the Barrages to see the seals. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. We can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2023
Thanks so much Ronni! We would love to host you again!

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