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Watervale Retreat
18 Popes Hill Rd, Watervale, South Australia 5452 Australia
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Watervale Retreat is an award winning self catering accommodation located in a natural bush setting. Situated well away from the main house and reception area, we have just 4 cabins in our accommodation park which is used exclusively by our guests to offer a tranquil and secluded place to relax. Only 1.5kms from the main street, 500m from the Riesling Trail and less than 2kms from the nearest winery. A continental breakfast is included. All our cabins feature free wi-fi, a private carport and balcony with outdoor seating. Inside is a sofa, dining table and chairs, TV and DVD player, reverse cycle air conditioning, ironing facilities, private bathroom with hairdryer and a kitchenette with bar fridge, microwave, cooktop and kitchenware. All cabins have a separate master bedroom with queen beds, quality linen & electric blankets. Three cabins have a walk through second bedroom with a single bed only. Join our Emus, Alpacas and sometimes our Deer at feeding times between Sept and May.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Hiking
Board games / puzzles
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
BBQ facilities
Wifi
Breakfast in the room
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
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Air conditioning
Seating area
Sofa
Iron
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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Location
18 Popes Hill Rd, Watervale, South Australia 5452 Australia
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Adelaide Airport
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Where to start? The location is very quiet, a little out of Watervale. The resort has NO caravan or camp sites, only 4 cabins all nicely spaced so that noise from others is not a problem. The cabins are spotless and the linen and bedding of good quality. Your accommodation comes with continental breakfast which includes cereal, juice, fruit, milk, ample choice of teas and both instant and pod coffee. A pleasant treat is the fresh baked, hot loaf of bread delivered to your cabin around 8:00 am each morning. If the continental breakfast is not enough for you, you may upgrade to bacon and eggs supplied in good quantities and at a more than fair price for you to cook. Just to prove that pretty much everything has been thought of, we found the bedside clock not only worked but showed the right time, as did the clock in the wall clock in the kitchen/sitting area. What;s more there was a night light in the bathroom and a small, working torch hanging near the door. I almost forgot to mention that the owner/operators are lovely people and quite happy to have a chat plus guests are welcome to help feed the small menagerie on the property. If you happen to get tired of sitting around admiring the bush setting, take a trip around the Clare Valley and visit some wineries or simply admire the countryside.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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A 1.5 hour drive from Adelaide airport, Watervale Retreat was comfortable and quiet but just a short drive to wineries, bike trails, bush walks and great places to eat. We enjoyed the bush setting and meeting the resident alpacas and emus. The cabin was generously provisioned with breakfast supplies, kitchen equipment, and good quality beds and linen. Tracey and David were welcoming and genuine hosts.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Watervale Retreat is a wonderful location to access all that is on offer in the Clare Valley. Tracey & David provided some great recommendations based on our interests.
The delivery of freshly baked bread early in the morning was delicious and delightful! The cabin was clean and comfortable. The electric blanket, bathroom heat lights and the heater in the living space were very comforting for a cold spring for us visiting from northern Australia.
It was wonderful having a host that can communicate in Auslan!
Although we didn’t use them, it was great to see grab rails installed to provide physical access for those that would benefit from them.
Some of the recommendations Tracey and David suggested that we really enjoyed was having lunch at the Magpie & Stump (pub) and a tasting at Reilly’s Cellar Door which are both in Mintaro; visiting Sevenhills Cellars (for a self guided tour of the property) and dining at Indii of Clare, which was so delicious!!
I would recommend Watervale Retreat as great place to access the Clare Valley and the Resiling Trail.
The delivery of freshly baked bread early in the morning was delicious and delightful! The cabin was clean and comfortable. The electric blanket, bathroom heat lights and the heater in the living space were very comforting for a cold spring for us visiting from northern Australia.
It was wonderful having a host that can communicate in Auslan!
Although we didn’t use them, it was great to see grab rails installed to provide physical access for those that would benefit from them.
Some of the recommendations Tracey and David suggested that we really enjoyed was having lunch at the Magpie & Stump (pub) and a tasting at Reilly’s Cellar Door which are both in Mintaro; visiting Sevenhills Cellars (for a self guided tour of the property) and dining at Indii of Clare, which was so delicious!!
I would recommend Watervale Retreat as great place to access the Clare Valley and the Resiling Trail.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Beautiful little cabin, with everything you could hope for supplied. Sparkling clean, located in the centre of the Clare Valley, good access to the Riesling trail, great coffee at the nearby Watervale General Store.
Waking up to fresh bread on your porch every morning was a real treat.
Wonderful friendly hosts, if you have kids a little hobby farm on site.
Waking up to fresh bread on your porch every morning was a real treat.
Wonderful friendly hosts, if you have kids a little hobby farm on site.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed here for 5 nights while we explored the Clare Valley and surroundings areas. We couldn’t have wished for better accommodation. Our cabin was spotless and had more than enough towels, blankets, heating and kitchen equipment. Continental breakfast is provided including a fresh loaf of bread delivered each morning. Highly recommend this venue.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A very quiet and secluded location. Cabin was well presented, exceptionally clean and well equipped. Booking experience was easy and the hosts were very welcoming. Little touches like the hot bread in the morning, fresh milk and supplies for the continental breakfast was ample. Lovely setting and in a great location close to many wineries.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Road trip from Victoria found us stopping at the Watervale Retreat cabins. Hosts David and Tracey welcomed us into their demain. The cabin stay was brilliant everything nice and clean with all the comforts of home and more. After a long drive we relaxed and at 6pm fed some of the lovely animals on the property. We spent a comfortable night in a peaceful little cabin and in the morning the couple arrived with fresh baked bread they had made. Such a wonderful stay we would recommend it to everybody. Thanks David & Tracey for a memorable time.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Once again this retreat excelled and exceeded my expectations! I retuned here without hesitation when I came to Clare. The friendliness, willing to assist and the beautiful animals make it our ‘go to destination’. The hot freshly baked damper delivered to your cabin in the mornings is ‘out of this world’.... so much so my wife ( who could not make it on this occasion) asked me to bring some home!!! Highly recommend this as a place to stay, nestled in nature!!!
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Date of stay: March 2021
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The Watervale Retreat is an excellent base for a trip to the Clare Valley, being situated 800 m from Watervale and just off the Reisling Trail.
The Cabins are comfortable and exceptionally clean. A generous-sized verandah provides plenty of options on warmer days, and a shared (spotless) barbecue is a short walk from each of the four cabins.
The kitchenette has all that is needed for short stays and the bathroom is complimented by a heating lamp for chilly weather.
There are basic breakfast provisions highlighted by a loaf of freshly baked bread delivered to each cabin daily.
The cabins are well located so there is a sense of privacy in your cabin.
The owners are very accommodating for any small requests (i.e. they will deliver the bread the evening before for early departures).
There really is nothing not to like about Watervale Retreat.
The Cabins are comfortable and exceptionally clean. A generous-sized verandah provides plenty of options on warmer days, and a shared (spotless) barbecue is a short walk from each of the four cabins.
The kitchenette has all that is needed for short stays and the bathroom is complimented by a heating lamp for chilly weather.
There are basic breakfast provisions highlighted by a loaf of freshly baked bread delivered to each cabin daily.
The cabins are well located so there is a sense of privacy in your cabin.
The owners are very accommodating for any small requests (i.e. they will deliver the bread the evening before for early departures).
There really is nothing not to like about Watervale Retreat.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We have just enjoyed two delightful days and nights at Watervale Retreat. Surrounded by bush land with resident emus and alpacas, the setting is delightful. The cabin was meticulously clean and very well appointed. Tracey and David were friendly and accommodating hosts. Over and above all this, however, the joy of daily, freshly baked bread delivered at 8 am was pure joy!
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
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"The big plus here is privacy. However, a bush block also means the cabins are shaded & cold, especially in winter."Read full review
PRICE RANGE
AU$167 - AU$169 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
AustraliaSouth AustraliaWatervale
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watervale Retreat
Which popular attractions are close to Watervale Retreat?
Nearby attractions include Vine Art Studio, Gallery & Therapeutic Massage (2.9 km), Paulett Wines (7.6 km), and Spring Gully Conservation Park (7.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Watervale Retreat?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Watervale Retreat?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Watervale Retreat?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Watervale Retreat?
Conveniently located restaurants include Paulett Wines & Bush DeVine Restaurant, Skillogalee Restaurant, and Watervale Hotel .
Are there any historical sites close to Watervale Retreat?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Martindale Hall Historic Museum (10.2 km).
Is Watervale Retreat accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.