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Shell Cottage Port Willunga

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Escape to Shell Cottage, a beautifully presented three-bedroom retreat set in its own private garden. Unwind in the open plan living area with an HD Smart TV, reverse-cycle air conditioning and woodfire or relax on the large deck with outdoor setting and gas barbeque.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shell Cottage Port Willunga

Description:
Beautifully presented three-bedroom self–contained cottage set in its own peaceful and secure garden. Situated only a short stroll to the magnificent white sands of the Port Willunga swimming beach and renowned Star of Greece Restaurant. With McLaren Vale only a short drive away, you can access a large selection of cafes, restaurants, art galleys and the world’s best wineries. Shell Cottage is the ideal holiday or short getaway destination any time of the year.

Property:
Shell Cottage is tastefully decorated in relaxing, subtle colours. It is self-contained and private, providing you with the ultimate experience in beach living.

Some features include:
• Beautiful fully fenced private garden, ideal for outdoor entertaining and relaxing
• Open plan living area with HD Smart TV
• Free wifi
• Reverse-cycle air conditioning
• Woodfire
• Large private deck with outdoor setting and gas barbeque
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Luxurious spa bath and enormous bathroom

Additional information:
• Sheets, quilts, blankets and towels provided
• No smoking inside
• Guests to replace gas for BBQ if required
• Bookings subject to terms and conditions
• Minimum 2 nights stay

Other things to note:
• Check-in from 3 pm and check-out by 10 am
• Self-check-in with lockbox
• Cot, baby bath and high chair available upon request
• Pricing is subject to change; a minimum stay period and other conditions may
apply
• Public holidays will be charged at weekend rates
• The property has 4 beds and can sleep a maximum of 6 people

Pets accepted.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Subject to approval upon booking. Dogs only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Travel cot and high chair available

Events

No events allowed

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Shell Cottage Port Willunga
Shell Port Willunga Adelaide
Shell Cottage Port Willunga Adelaide
Shell Cottage Port Willunga Private vacation home
Shell Cottage Port Willunga Private vacation home Adelaide

About the area

Map
Port Willunga, SA

What's nearby

  • Port Willunga Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Aldinga Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Moana Beach - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • d'Arenberg Wines - 18 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Seaford Station - 11 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Goodness Coffee Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aldinga Bay Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • Subway

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Cottage Port Willunga pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Shell Cottage Port Willunga ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is Shell Cottage Port Willunga located?

This family-friendly Adelaide holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Port Willunga Beach and Aldinga Beach. Mukutilla-John Lawrie Reserve and Hart Road Wetlands are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Shell Cottage Port Willunga Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 181 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

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

Great location

Lovely property in a great location for exploring beaches, cafes, markets and more! We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Comfortable for a relaxing holiday

A lovely well-equipped home away from home located a short walk from the beach. Very enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giulia K.

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

Shelly Cottage

We absolutely loved staying at the Cottage, it was clean, comfortable, and a great location for families. We will definitely be staying here again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

A lovely stay

We had a very nice stay at Shell Cottage. The cottage is lovely and the hosts were very good communicators and welcoming both to us and our two cocker spaniels. The back deck is made for pleasant outside meals. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria E.

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

Another fabulous stay!

Fabulous property, with excellent amenities! All the small details have been thought of. Excellent stay yet again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena L.

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

Beach side get away

Beautiful cottage and garden a couple of minutes walk to the ocean, highly recommend for a relaxing break
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Shell Cottage

We had a wonderful few days away from our everyday routine. The cottage is well equipped and very neat and tidy. Our dog enjoyed being with us and especially loved the beach walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie Y.

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

Wonderful stay.

There was nothing else anyone could have wanted for a stay at Port Willunga. Sian was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb N.

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

Beautiful ambiance

Perfect spot near the beach. Lovely cottage garden with beautiful cosy facilities for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kat w.

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

Well appointed, perfect for families

Lovely clean little cottage with all you could want for a family getaway. Beautiful linens and charming styling, lots of additional extras that make for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

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

Beautiful property

Shell Cottage was the perfect accommodation - clean and cosy and well looked after. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Port Willunga. Walking distance to the Star of Greece was a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh D.

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

Visit to Pt Willunga

Very clean, comfortable and pleasant stay. Walking distance to the beach. Beautiful area.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda t.

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

mclaren vale visit

great location easy walk to beach and views especially for sunset
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Willunga

Pillion Great place for a base to check out the South coast
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria E.

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

Another fabulous stay!

We love Shell Cottage, it’s our home away from home. Fabulous stay with so much thought put into everything you need for your stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT G.

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

Great Location

Neat clean, functional house. Would definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

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

Cosy cottage - Escape relaxing time

Feel real coastal cottage with rich warmth garden environment place and short stroll to side ocean beach coastal area and feel to recovery relaxing mind place to be rest time 😊😊😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Yes I recommend staying here!

Have stayed before and will stay again. Fireplace, big bathroom, very clean, wi-fi, everything ready for when you arrive. 5 Star.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray D.

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

Wonderful place to holiday

Shell Cottage is a wonderful place to stay. Sian and Ed were very accommodating and responsive. It was so easy to book and contact them if needed. Their follow up was excellent. Cottage most comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda G.

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

Bliss

Beautiful owners who made the communication process easy and welcoming.Lovely bottle of wine on arrival Perfect walking distance to beach and star of greece, beds were comfortable. Sweersandspotlessly clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K., SOMERTON PARK

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

anniversary weekend

Our stay at Shell Cottage for a significant anniversary was perfect. It is a great place and ideally located close to the beach and the Vales. Everything about the house was as advertised and excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael K.

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

Lovely getaway

Great location, close to beautiful Pt Willunga beach and a variety of places to eat. The cottage is beautifully presented, very clean and everything is supplied to create a comfortable home away from home. Excellent communication from the hosts, making us feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

Beautiful cottage, immaculately presented. Perfect location.

Highly recommend this pet friendly cottage. A home away from home. Excellent communication from the hosts. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Summer bliss

Loved our stay at Shell Cottage - we've stayed several times before and will be back again. Great location, clean and very comfortable house, and fantastic to be able to bring our dog. Our visit wasn't long enough!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

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

Great winter getaway

Stayed for 5 nights in June. House was spotless, had all you need and very cosy. Lovely garden, especially the little sheltered front seating area, a real winter sun trap. Only a few minutes walk from beach access and lots to explore!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023