Title: BALAVIL on Fern - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=292&destination=Adelaide%2C+South+Australia%2C+Australia&selected=63107386&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # BALAVIL on Fern ## Photo gallery for BALAVIL on Fern ![Terrace/patio - BALAVIL on Fern (Fullarton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63110000/63107400/63107386/7b888fbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - BALAVIL on Fern (Fullarton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63110000/63107400/63107386/eb97f558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, printers - BALAVIL on Fern (Fullarton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63110000/63107400/63107386/a02c1309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, printers - BALAVIL on Fern (Fullarton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63110000/63107400/63107386/ea4d4e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - BALAVIL on Fern (Fullarton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63110000/63107400/63107386/5ffa1c52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In a quiet street, this 2-bedroom unit offers the perfect retreat with its own private garden. The recently renovated kitchen and bathroom area provide modern comforts, while being just 3km from the CBD means you're close to great coffee, dining and bakeries. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### BALAVIL on Fern Located in a quiet street, across the street from a Park, this 2-bedroom unit has everything you need - including your own private garden. The kitchen and bathroom area have recently been completely renovated. 3km from the CBD - public transport is just 5 minute walk, or there are dedicated cycle paths. Off-street, undercover carport (2 cars). Just 5 minutes from great coffee, dining and bakery. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Adelaide, this apartment is in the city center. Adelaide Botanic Gardens and Adelaide Showground are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Rundle Mall and Burnside Village Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Adelaide Oval or Adelaide Entertainment Centre. [Visit our Adelaide travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Adelaide.dx6051330) [View more Apartments in Adelaide](https://www.expedia.ca/Adelaide-Apartments.d6051330-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.95596%2C138.61778&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bkfTEQpyvxDyLBMmudHmLkWB384=) Fullarton, SA ### What's nearby - ![A panoramic view of the Adelaide skyline from the River Torrens.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382913818/1fab2f8a-f570-4a74-819c-b1db3ea2010f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Adelaide Convention Centre 11 min drive \- 6.7 km - ![Adelaide Oval](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085835/935b2c29-2129-4e08-bd09-c31bc73bc15c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Adelaide Oval 11 min drive \- 7.4 km - ![Glenelg Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085892/a9daf6e3-e7f2-499c-b769-6b218adf14cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Glenelg Beach 18 min drive \- 12.1 km - Unley Oval 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Kurrangga Park 7 min drive \- 4.1 km ### Getting around - Adelaide Unley Park Station 3 min drive - Goodwood Road (Stop 3) Tram Stop 4 min drive - Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) 23 min drive ### Restaurants - Bun Vermicelli 14 min walk - Pat-A-Cake 6 min walk - Cremorne Hotel 15 min walk - Sushi Train 16 min walk - Miyabi Sushi 14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is BALAVIL on Fern pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at BALAVIL on Fern? ### What time is check-out at BALAVIL on Fern? ### Where is BALAVIL on Fern located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## BALAVIL on Fern Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew Dec 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication House was fantastic. Lovely welcome package. All the ammenities we needed. Really quiet neighbourhood but close to everythng. Host was really responsive. Would defnately reccomend for all but particularly those with families. Awesome time ##### Matthew Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amélie R. Nov 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy My friend and I stayed here for six weeks, and everything was perfect! Marcus was an amazing host, every little problem we had was fixed the same day! We even got a brand new stove just because one burner wasn’t working properly. We have nothing bad to say about this place. Thanks, Marcus, for everything! :)) ##### Amélie R. Stayed 43 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shu U. Jul 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very convenient, clean and comfortable home This place has everything you need, very clean and very comfortable. Home away from home. We really enjoyed our stay here. ##### Shu U. Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David A. Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Balvil on Fern A good hidden gem close to the city, with excellent public transport. The unit was well maintained and had everything that was needed. Thank You Marcus forva great stay at your place. ##### David A. Stayed 28 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rob K. Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to Adelaide Very convenient older property, close to Adelaide with great facilities to enjoy your days touring and sightseeing ##### Rob K. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ronan g. Apr 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### beautiful and amazing located property the property is amazing. very well located from everywhere. felt like the property was always 15 minutes from something we wanted to do. access into the property was easy. didn’t have to stress about anything. marcus is an amazing host and responds to messages very quick. loved the stay thank you marcus ##### ronan g. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merryn C. Mar 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for Fringe Marcus is a very thoughtful host and this space provided a great base for us throughout fringe. Very comfortable. Thanks! ##### Merryn C. Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Accommodation This is our 2nd stay at Marcus’ rental unit at Fern Ave . We felt so much at home with all the facilities that come along with it. Highly recommended for those visiting Adelaide and requiring temporary accommodation. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deni G. Dec 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Catch up with very old friends and family in Adelaide. Good location to see family and friends pantry and fridge nice food and welcoming .Hire car under cover . Garden area . ##### Deni G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merryn C. Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Fabulous, Thankyou so much Marcus ##### Merryn C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob K. Nov 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Host Older property but well maintained and comfortable. Host provided the best welcome hamper I have ever seen. ##### Rob K. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne L. Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home from Home in ideal location. This is a very well equipped and comfortable property in a lovely suburb with easy access to the centre of Adelaide. Marcus is very kind and helpful, and we could not have done better. ##### Suzanne L. Stayed 37 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret T. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little place Everything you could need was provided. Good location not far from the city. Welcome basket was a lovely touch. Great amenities. ##### Margaret T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROGER AND SANDRA M. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Time Very happy with the unit, location, hamper. ##### ROGER AND SANDRA M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sami Shmuel May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The unit is immaculate and in a very good location, well organized for a long stay. ##### Sami Shmuel Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah Apr 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved our stay. Just like staying at home. Comfy and welcoming. The host provided a welcome basket that meant we didn’t have to race to the shops after arriving late Friday night. And a very generous welcome basket it was. Such touches are rare and much appreciated. A quiet street, no noise, a bus up the road if PT is required. Thanks, it was great and highly recommended. ##### Leah Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merryn C. Mar 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great, comfortable stay Loved our stay at this place. Spacious, well maintained & comfortable. Lots of handy, cosy touches that made it feel very homey. Host was excellent with communication too! ##### Merryn C. Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best home stay away from home Felt very comfortable with location and the accommodation with well equipped facilities fof home stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 40 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa H. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was great - loved the welcome basket The property was very nice, comfortable and as it is on the site. ##### Lisa H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miguel Mar 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication Everything you want and need in a house, this place has it from a toaster to and air dryer etc…a true gem in Adelaide ! Will definitely book again . ##### Miguel Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### margaret r. Mar 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas 2022 We had a lovely stay, the property was comfortable and well looked after. The welcome basket was a hit! A nice neighbourhood and we were close to family and friends. Split system air conditioners and ceiling fans would be great in the bedrooms, we did have a couple of uncomfortable nights. The air conditioner in the main areas worked well. Over all we thoroughly anjoyed our stay. ##### margaret r. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maurice Mar 7, 2023 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication Welcome pack was stunning and pantry was very well stocked. Loved having great wifi and Netflix. Property was very well equipped. One of the best place we have stayed at. Recommend without hesitation. ##### Maurice Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. Jan 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable, well appointed and convenient location Great ##### David S. Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris M. Dec 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location We felt very welcomed by basket of goodies. Lovely neighbourhood. The street jacaranda trees were out a short walk to shopping centre. Definitely recommend. Thanks Marcus. ##### Chris M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adelaide stay Property was fantastic. Great location. We really enjoyed out stay. Thank you. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022