[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach Vacation home in Marion Bay with patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/f77e0246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/72537844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/6e005941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/e677e1a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268065/30a7777b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the heart of Marion Bay and unwind in this eco-friendly beach house, surrounded by nature. The Architect-designed home features an open-plan living space with a slow combustion fire, upstairs queen-sized bedrooms overlooking bushland reserves, and a large undercover deck perfect for barbecues. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - 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 Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach This Architect-designed and owned beach house, sleeps up to 10, and has an open-plan kitchen/living/dining with high ceilings and ceiling fans. It is lined almost entirely in hoop pine panelling, heated by a slow combustion fire and naturally ventilated. Upstairs there are two queen-sized double bedrooms overlooking a bushland reserve towards the coast, and a large shared bathroom. Downstairs there are two bedrooms each with ceiling fans, a sofa bed and bunk beds. There is also a bathroom with laundry facilities. Sitting on the large sheltered north-facing deck you are immersed in the landscape with a bush garden full of birds. The house backs onto a bushland reserve with a walking track that takes you to beautiful Willyama Beach in five minutes. This eco-friendly home is the perfect place to relax in nature and enjoy Marion Bay and Innes National Park. Features: 4 bedrooms 2 queen beds upstairs 2 with double sofa bed and 1 bunk bed each 2 bathrooms with showers toilets Open living, dining, kitchen with flat screen TV/DVD and Bose Bluetooth speaker system suitable for smart phones Slow combustion wood heater Split system air conditioning to down stairs living area Large undercover deck with Weber Q BBQ, large table with chairs 2 timber sun lounges Strictly no smoking Pets on request BYO all bed linen, towels tea towels Designer kitchen with stone bench tops, Miele appliances, including dishwasher and drinks fridge Aerobic waste system irrigates the garden Rainwater tanks ## Property amenities ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44230000/44228100/44228017/a7f9f31d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On the doorstep of the scenic Innes National Park Marion Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 56 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=44228017&PinnedHotelID=44228017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49270000/49268100/49268062/883de2a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Esplanade - Large Modern holiday home with spectacular sea Views Marion Bay - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=49268062&PinnedHotelID=49268062&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41460000/41453400/41453302/48f88ed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casadelmar - Prime Position, With Sea Views Marion Bay - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill 8.4 Very good 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=41453302&PinnedHotelID=41453302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100620000/100614400/100614375/7d9cebfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 bedroom beachside house with ocean views in Marion Bay Marion Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=100614375&PinnedHotelID=100614375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30780000/30772500/30772481/3d760be5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Eyrie - coastal retreat Marion Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 227 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=30772481&PinnedHotelID=30772481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50920000/50912900/50912859/0a32c566.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chill n sea - Beautiful elevated holiday home Marion Bay - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=50912859&PinnedHotelID=50912859&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101160000/101156700/101156650/94d5f849.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### All Decked out - Large wide decks and breathtaking views are what 'ALL DECKED OUT' is all about. 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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 AU-2969-listing-22 Vrbo Property ## 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-35.24766%2C136.97556&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=373mSXobaGFJRaZyU0k7g4k9Bx4=) Marion Bay, South Australia #### What's nearby - Penguin Point - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Innes National Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - Snow Lake - 2 min drive - 1.5 km - Butler's Beach - 45 min drive - 22.7 km - Coffin Beach - 45 min drive - 22.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Marion Bay Tavern - ‬2 min drive - ‪Rhino's Tavern - ‬2 min drive - ‪Beach Break - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach located? > Situated in Marion Bay, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Penguin Point, Snow Lake, and Jolly Beach. Innes National Park is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Architects House - Architecturally designed home in a scrubland setting with native birdlife and a bush track to the beach Reviews 8.4 ### Very good 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 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### JACK H., Adelaide Oct 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Marion bay Great place to stay, photos don’t do justice, highly recommend ##### JACK H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anna V. Jun 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice design This house has a good layout for families. Everything needed for a holiday has been provided. ##### Anna V. Stayed 3 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter a., Sydney, Australia Jun 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Architect’s House Beautiful property, superb garden and lovely location minutes walk to the beach. Really tranquil and restful winter stay with wood fire. ##### peter a. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Annette C. Feb 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable & well equipped. We enjoy staying at holiday rentals that offer a different setting & decor. The Architects House provided this. Very comfortable & well equipped property. Great bird life as well. ##### Annette C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle C. Jun 21, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location We thoroughly enjoyed a long weekend in the well appointed house. It has everything you need to relax and unwind with just the right amount of space both inside and out. Access to the beach is very easy. Whilst the neighbours are close you still felt secluded. Would definitely recommend and would hope to be lucky enough to stay again. ##### Michelle C. 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