Title: THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL Vacation home in Goolwa with kitchenette and patio ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31220000/31217900/31217884/e89c035d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31220000/31217900/31217884/241a3e20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31220000/31217900/31217884/7b704b1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31220000/31217900/31217884/6f772571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31220000/31217900/31217884/f15d9f23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into the bright, modern Shack by the Murray River, perfect for a relaxing weekend getaway. Stroll to town's Alfresco cafe or unwind at home with a BBQ in one of two outdoor entertaining areas. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL Bright, modern newly refurbished open plan 1 bedroom shack, perfect place for a couple wanting a relaxing weekend away. Stroll down to the towns Alfresco cafe, shops, restaurants & Murray River or simply relax at home with a BBQ. Equipped with a kitchenette that provides a microwave, air fryer and hot plate (no oven) modern furniture inside & out. Two entertaining areas with BBQ and Webber. Note w/c is under main roof, access from side carport. This shack caters for humans and their pets offering a large fully enclosed yard with ample parking space for cars and boats. Side carport with side access into home. No WIFI sorry! Explore the Fleurieu Peninsulas many tourist attractions from food and wine trials + markets to fantastic cycle rides. Port Elliot to Victor Harbour are in close driving distance or leave the car at home and take the Cockle Train to either town and explore on foot. Next door 1 bedroom stone cottage available for rent too. Great opportunity to combine family holidays alongside each other. Own private yard and pet friendly. Message me re booking (The Old Cottage & the shack as a package) If you should require just one nights accommodation please contact me and we may be able to accommodate your request. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### 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) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24412000/24411930/53a8271c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Goolwa Mariner’s Cottage-Wifi-Pet Friendly-Netflix-‘Little Scotland’ Goolwa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 102 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=24411930&PinnedHotelID=24411930&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33559400/33559322/d927c2ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hideaway Tom's on the Mundoo Channel Hindmarsh Island - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 97 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=33559322&PinnedHotelID=33559322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32110000/32108700/32108636/a0c5f50e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy retro weekender with far-reaching views Goolwa Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.4 Exceptional 76 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=32108636&PinnedHotelID=32108636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29330000/29320900/29320848/fe703b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park Port Elliot - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 112 reviews CA $149 CA $149 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=29320848&PinnedHotelID=29320848&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627134/3b55f7ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park Victor Harbor - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 598 reviews CA $92 CA $102 total includes taxes & fees Dec 11 - Dec 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=9627134&PinnedHotelID=9627134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24090000/24082500/24082487/39ecad2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Beach house within walking distance of beach, shops, park and tavern. 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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 ### Property is also known as Shack Goolwa North House Shack Goolwa North The Shack Goolwa North Goolwa The Shack Goolwa North Private vacation home The Shack Goolwa North Private vacation home Goolwa 150860 ## About the area ![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-35.49651%2C138.78249&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Bjh-uMqJjyRJDNFMM4fSoi2Tt2Y=) Goolwa, SA #### What's nearby - Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Goolwa Wharf Markets - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Steam Exchange Brewery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Artworx Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Goolwa Motor Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km #### Getting around - Goolwa Station - 14 min walk - Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 77 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬11 min drive - ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬19 min walk - ‪Thai Days - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬9 min walk - ‪Cafe 52 Fourteen - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL located? > Located in the heart of Goolwa, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage, Goolwa Museum, and Goolwa Wharf Markets. Steam Exchange Brewery and Artworx Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km). Goolwa Station is 14 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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