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Stranraer Homestead

PO Box 30 | Kingscote, Kangaroo Island, South Australia 5223, Australia
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High Wycombe
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Stranraer Homestead is a beautifully restored settler homestead and even has the original architects plans on the wall. Not only is Lyn Wheaton a great interior decorator but her cooking skills are exceptional. Graham took us on a night drive to see the wildlife and found me a two wedge-tailed eagles to photograph early on the next morning. All this... More

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Billericay, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

We chose this accommodation for our visit to Kangaroo Island because it looked the best from the information on the Internet. How right we were! The Homestead is a restored and extended early pioneers' dwelling which our hosts had spent several years renovating, restoring and extending. We had a large room with en-suite, double bed, chairs, wardrobe etc which made... More

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east anglia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Amazing food and welcome. Graham and Lynn are the most fabulous hosts. Lynn's food alone would gain plaudits for any restaurant in the world. I honestly believe Lynn's breakfast's are the best in world Grahams evening tour of the property with his thousands of sheep was one of the highlights of my Australia trip, with Possums, Kangaroos and all sorts... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Staying here is a tonic for the jaded traveller. Lyn and Graham are so welcoming that you immediately feel like part of the family, and you could spend days exploring the Aladdin's Cave of a house, filled with the most beautiful antiques, family memorabilia, crafts and books (lots about cricket!). And that's before you even start to talk about the... More

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NYC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

I was there in Sept 2011-- A beautiful property and the hosts made us feel so special. Lyn cooked amazing breakfasts every morning, and it was always so wonderful to have her dinners (worth every penny!). Gram took us on an evening drive on his property and it was so much fun seeing all the animals. What a special place!

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Felixstowe UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2012

Our visit to Kangaroo Island was at the end of our wonderful five week holiday in Australia and we loved it! Our stay at the Stranraer Homestead was a joy. Set on a small hill next to the Magillivery Cricket Ground (the other MCG) In a lovely and peaceful setting. We were welcomed into this beautiful house by Lyn and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2012

I rarely leave a place wishing to stay just a few more days, but Lyn and Gram genuinely make you feel like friends. If you're reading this, honestly believe what we say! I stayed at Stranraer for 3 days and was welcomed like family. I haven't seen such genuine hospitality in a while and I've stayed at so many B&Bs... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012

My wife and I stayed at Stranraer for two nights during our honeymoon in October 2012. We really didn't know what to expect on the way in, but this turned out to be the highlight of our two-week trip to Australia. Stranraer was possibly the most tranquil place I've ever been. The house is set up on a hill and... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2012

We certainly very fortunate our travel agent booked the Stranraer Homestead The company was excellent, food out of this world, bedrooms deluxe. Our host took us out in the evening touring his farm showing us kangaroos and wallabies We loved the stories on life at their farm and would say anyone booking a holiday here is definitely in for a... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

I just returned rom spending three lovely days on Kangaroo Island with Lyn and Graham at their beutiful home.It was an incredible experience that I shall not soon forget. The accomadations, food and warm hospitality were all excellent. I have not eaten so well or felt so relaxed and happy in a long time. I will not forget sitting in... More

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Address: PO Box 30 | Kingscote, Kangaroo Island, South Australia 5223, Australia
Region: Australia > South Australia > Kangaroo Island
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Ranked #2 of 17 B&Bs / Inns in Kangaroo Island
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