Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families

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Beach
8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Western River, SA
  • Snelling Beach
    ā€Ŗ16 min driveā€¬
  • King George Beach
    ā€Ŗ32 min driveā€¬
  • Western River Conservation Park
    ā€Ŗ74 min driveā€¬
  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ā€Ŗ65 min driveā€¬

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About the area

Western River

A family-friendly stay in Western River awaits you at this farm stay. You'll be 7.7 km (4.8 mi) from Snelling Beach and 15.5 km (9.6 mi) from King George Beach. Highlights at this farm house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly farm house offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. .With a stay at this Western River farm house, you'll be 20.4 km (12.7 mi) from Flinders Chase National Park and 22.3 km (13.9 mi) from Western River Conservation Park.

What's nearby

  • Snelling Beach - 16 min drive
  • King George Beach - 32 min drive
  • Flinders Chase National Park - 34 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park - 34 min drive
  • Western River Conservation Park - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖHannaford & Sachs - ā€¬16 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Enchanted Fig Tree - ā€¬16 min drive

About this property

Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families

Struggling to find affordable self-contained accommodation for your large group of friends or family?

Gum Valley's old Shearer's Quarters provides a relaxing, modest farmstay that is ideal for bigger groups on an extended stay and looking for a base near KI's best attractions at the western end.

Located on the North Coast Road between Snelling Beach and Western River Cove, it's a 5 minute drive to these two amazing beaches and not far from Stokes Bay, voted second best beach in the world in 2023 and 2024.

The Quarters has 8 bedrooms, each with its own ensuite, sleeping up to 25 guests.
There's a large open plan living/dining room, an all-weather bbq & entertaining area plus a games shed offering plenty of usable space.
The commercial kitchen is well equipped for the catering needs of many mouths with a gas cooktop/ electric oven, dishwasher and a sizable walk-in pantry.

The Quarters has its own fenced yard, an expansive open area for vehicle parking and a firepit looking down the valley out to Investigator Strait for use in the cooler months.

A supply of basic bedding, linen and towels are available; the laundry also has a large washer & dryer available.
Hire includes basic linen, firewood for the combustion heater and additional refrigeration if needed for all the fish and crays you catch...

Property manager

Will Chapman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Playground
  • Table tennis

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Printer
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pre approval: Outside only. No chasing livestock.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We love kids.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Pre-approval needed, min nights still req'd.
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40. Note from host: Pre-approval needed, min nights still req'd. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families?

The closest beach to Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families is Snelling Beach (6.2 km).

Does Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families have a pool?

No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.

Is Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families?

No, Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Gum Valley Quarters: perfect for large groups and families Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lekh K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Satisfactory stay
We have booked the accomodation for our 5 days stays for KI adventure with our extended family .With out a doubt the accomodation was best and accomodated our needs.The host was very accessable for any information.Strongly recomend Gum Valley stays for larger family or smalley ones.Regards
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great accomodation with plenty of private bedrooms and bathrooms and a ton of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great family hideaway - so much fun. Open fires, all the amenities you need.
We had the best time, so close to fishing and we caught heaps of marron and enjoyed our stay on the property. So many beautiful day trips out in glorious wildlife and countryside. The kitchen was all stocked and we could cater for all our guests for our party with the huge oven, glasses, coffee machine, cutlery and platters to boot.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our big family!
A room for everyone with and en-suite, a place for everyone at the table, everything you could possibly need in the kitchen. We had a wonderful stay excellent for a large group with kids. Definitely would recommend to anyone headed to KI in a group. Thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024