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Minerva House
Cottage in Saddleworth with kitchen and fireplace
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Martindale Hall
- Place, Skillogalee Winery
- Place, Daisy's Vintage & Classic Cars
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Minerva House
Minerva House is an icon of Saddleworth, nestled between Clare & The Barossa valleys, with the closest winery and cellar door only a 5 minute drive away, there is plenty to see and do.
The historic Martindale Hall is only 25 minutes away, and both Heysen & Lavender Federation trails are nearby.
The space
Minerva is full of character, sitting on 3 quarters of an acre of private gardens.
There are 3 generous bedrooms, 2 guest bedrooms with queen sized beds, and 2 single beds in the third bedroom, sleeping 6 comfortably (with trundles available on request for up to 8).
There is a large, recently renovated bathroom with heated floors for those cold country mornings, as well as shower over clawfoot tub.
The kitchen is fitted with a full size fridge, dishwasher, large oven and plenty of bench space with room to prepare pizzas for the Italian woodfire pizza oven in the garden.
There are multiple areas outside to enjoy food and wine from the local Clare Valley wineries, as well as a dining room adjacent to the kitchen.
The charming “Gilbert Valley Hotel” is a 1 minute walk away, with full restaurant and bar with affordable takeaway food and wine.
Guest access
Minerva House is self-contained with no others to share with.
Keys are accessed by keysafe, with code provided before arrival.
Minerva has a double garage for secure parking, as well as a large driveway to fit a caravan or motorhome.
Other things to note
Enjoy the historic walk, museum as well as a local cafe, op shop and Saddleworth Country market on the 1st Sunday of each month.
Minerva also has a surprise resident turtle, which is a favourite for kids.
The historic Martindale Hall is only 25 minutes away, and both Heysen & Lavender Federation trails are nearby.
The space
Minerva is full of character, sitting on 3 quarters of an acre of private gardens.
There are 3 generous bedrooms, 2 guest bedrooms with queen sized beds, and 2 single beds in the third bedroom, sleeping 6 comfortably (with trundles available on request for up to 8).
There is a large, recently renovated bathroom with heated floors for those cold country mornings, as well as shower over clawfoot tub.
The kitchen is fitted with a full size fridge, dishwasher, large oven and plenty of bench space with room to prepare pizzas for the Italian woodfire pizza oven in the garden.
There are multiple areas outside to enjoy food and wine from the local Clare Valley wineries, as well as a dining room adjacent to the kitchen.
The charming “Gilbert Valley Hotel” is a 1 minute walk away, with full restaurant and bar with affordable takeaway food and wine.
Guest access
Minerva House is self-contained with no others to share with.
Keys are accessed by keysafe, with code provided before arrival.
Minerva has a double garage for secure parking, as well as a large driveway to fit a caravan or motorhome.
Other things to note
Enjoy the historic walk, museum as well as a local cafe, op shop and Saddleworth Country market on the 1st Sunday of each month.
Minerva also has a surprise resident turtle, which is a favourite for kids.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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About the area
Saddleworth
Saddleworth is home to this cottage. Mount Horrocks Wine and Grosset Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Martindale Hall Conservation Park and Spring Gully Conservation Park.
saddleworth, SA
What's nearby
- Grosset Wines - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
- Taylors Wines - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
- Skillogalee Winery - 29 min drive - 33.7 km
- Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre - 30 min drive - 37.7 km
- Daisy's Vintage & Classic Cars - 36 min drive - 44.4 km
Restaurants
- Dear Dorothy Store - 6 min walk
- Gilbert Valley Hotel - 7 min walk
- Riverton One Stop Takeaway Shop - 7 min drive
- sugar rush - 12 min drive
- Jules Cafe - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
9.4/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
21 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephen C.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Minerva house
Stephen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Michael B.
9 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Heritage Cottage
Michael B.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela S.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly charming
Angela S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Graeme S.
18 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful old house steeped in history
Graeme S.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessie M.
10 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little country cottage
Jessie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Tahlia C.
10 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country living
Tahlia C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roland H.
10 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roland H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Karen, Luke and Toby
14 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Karen, Luke and Toby
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan P.
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend away
Susan P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa M.
23 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short but sweet
Vanessa M.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chelsey L.
22 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place
Chelsey L.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angie B.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Angie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janet
10 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Janet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
John C.
1 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely 3 bedroom cottage in Clare Valley
John C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lottie O.
4 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Lottie O.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Facundo A.
2 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Facundo A.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael E.
9 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Minerva House
Michael E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely base of operations
Mark B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Lisa P.
28 March 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Lisa P.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
John E.
16 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaps of character
John E.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jo B., NSW, Australia now (UK when we first visited)
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with character
Jo B.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Belinda S.
5 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!
Belinda S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
6/10 Okay
Anne V.
4 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Minerva
Anne V.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Darren A.
27 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Darren A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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