[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Riverwalk cottage with a marina and free breakfast ![Boathouse Retreat | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/3e171ebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Boathouse Retreat | Street view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/956e4f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/78fd510a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/5c76a20c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Boathouse Retreat | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6100000/6092500/6092414/9c52a3bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Steam Exchange Brewery and Artworx Gallery, Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour provides free continental breakfast, a marina, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2645 sq ft ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast included - Laundry - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Riverwalk cottage with a marina and free breakfast This smoke-free cottage features a marina, a lazy river, and dry cleaning. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in are onsite. The cottage features a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave, plus a balcony and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Conveniences include a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker, and guests will appreciate thoughtful touches like an espresso maker and slippers. Housekeeping is available once per stay. This cottage offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include queen sofa beds and desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star cottage have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. Recreational amenities at the cottage include a lazy river. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - In-room massages - Manicures/pedicures - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Down comforter - Egyptian cotton sheets - Pillowtop mattress - Queen sofa bed - Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 100 per stay ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Window screens ### Entertainment - 50-inch flat-screen TV - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Marina - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Portable shower seat - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Electrical adapters - Free bottled water - Guidebooks - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Local maps - Luggage storage - Restaurant dining guides - Tour and ticket assistance ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the boardwalk/promenade - Near the ocean - On the riverwalk - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Boat tours - Bicycle rentals nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing nearby - Skydiving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 3 buildings - 3 units - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Built in 1910 - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Soundproofing - Towels (changed on request) - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Similar properties ![Romantic Studio, Kitchenette (Studio 2) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624268/d4baf596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boat Haven Studios Goolwa - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 115 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9624268&PinnedHotelID=9624268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk, key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100.0 per stay ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100.0 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Goolwa Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation House Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation House Goolwa Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Guesthouse Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Guesthouse Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour - Marina & Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Cottage Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Goolwa North Guesthouse Birks Harbour - Marina & Luxury Accommodation Birks Harbour - Marina & Luxury Accommodation Goolwa North Birks Harbour Marina Luxury Accommodation ## 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-35.49541%2C138.79880&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GyM-pD_yDqK2d2R8q0zJiOt2Kaw=) 138 Liverpool Road, Goolwa North, SA, 5214 #### What's nearby - Goolwa Wharf Markets - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Steam Exchange Brewery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Artworx Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Goolwa Motor Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Goolwa Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.8 km #### Getting around - Goolwa Station - 3 min drive - Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 81 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Thai Days - ‬2 min drive - ‪Cafe 52 Fourteen - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬2 min drive - ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬3 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour located? > Situated on the riverwalk, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Steam Exchange Brewery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Artworx Gallery and Goolwa Golf Course. Boomer Beach and South Australian Whale Centre are also within 12 mi (20 km). Goolwa Station is 21 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Boathouse - Birks River Retreat - Birks Harbour Reviews 9.8 ### 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 9 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Staff & service ### 9.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacinta Jul 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A hidden gem Was absolutely ecstatic to find this little gem as a surprise for my husbands birthday. As he knows this area very well, it was great to find something he didn’t know was there. From the moment we pulled in from the road, we were in love. The location, presentation, cleanliness, thoughtfulness - all 5 plus extra stars. Very thoughtful touches. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. Phil & Wendy are great hosts and the private cruise on the wooden boat was a real highlight. We will definitely be highly recommending this property as well as becoming return visitors. ##### Jacinta Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim Dec 9, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Boat house perfection What an amazing place to stay. Everything has been thought of to create absolute perfection. Beautifully decorated, private and comfortable. You feel a part of the private marina and the sound of the water is so relaxing. This is one of the best places we have ever stayed and would come Back to South Australia just to stay here again. Thank you for sharing your amazing boat house Kim Laurie Boyd December 2018 ##### Kim Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Nov 25, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Heaven It was. The most beautiful appointed with free breakfast which was really good if we were ever that way again it would be our first place to go the hosts were great ##### Jennifer Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ho Wan Sep 1, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful Stay in Goolwa Goolwa is such a lovely small town. The River Retreat we have stayed in is located by the river, with a bikeway along the beautiful and tranquil river coast, which is perfect for a stroll, jog or cycling. The Retreat is very cosy and comfortable. The kitchen is very well-equipped, including an oven. Our host is very friendly and helpful in assisting our check-in, as we had difficulty in retrieving our original instruction of the check-in process. Everything is thoughtfully provided here. Goolwa is a convenient place to base in for exploration of the neighbourhood. It is just a 10-minute drive from Middleton, where we have seen a good number of whales in Basham Beach. Port Elliot and Victor Harbor are also just 15-minute drive away. Hindmarsh Island and Murray Mouth are just 10-minute drive across the bridge. ##### Ho Wan Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard, Tanunda Jan 8, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### comfort by the river Nice view to river through the trees, and the pool the other way. We appreciated the Aircond and the pool due to the extreme heat. ##### richard ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald, Australia - SA - Adelaide Dec 6, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Great deal; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Beautiful; loved the wine, walking around the river, cafes ##### Donald ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay, Australia - SA - Adelaide Oct 16, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Fairly expensive worth it; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate; The attention to detail was amazing! Very thoughtful owners. Will definitely go back again. ##### Lindsay ### 10/10 Excellent #### John, Australia - VIC - Regional VIC Jul 1, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Amazing; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless; ##### John ### 8/10 Good #### Carolyn, Australia - SA - Adelaide Jun 19, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Carolyn ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lois, Sydney Mar 25, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A Happy Find Peaceful, clean, well-appointed, nice gardens, god outlook from upper floor. A pleasure to stay there. ##### Lois ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Downtown Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Vancouver-Vancouver-Hotels.0-n6058432-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Grand-Riviera-Princess-All-Inclusive.h2661557.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Centre Transcona](https://www.expedia.ca/Winnipeg-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Centre-Transcona.h5424791.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels.d178245.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Bel-Air Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sault-Ste-Marie-Hotels-Bel-Air-Motel.h4622990.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Manhattan/Times Square South](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-ManhattanTimes-Square-South.h2211934.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Osoyoos](https://www.expedia.ca/Osoyoos-Hotels-Hotels-With-Indoor-Pool.0-0-d181782-tHotelswithIndoorPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Nobu Hotel Barcelona](https://www.expedia.ca/Barcelona-Hotels-Nobu-Hotel-Barcelona.h39067368.Hotel-Information) > > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-At-Blue-Horizon-Resort-Apartments.h2650727.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonnie Doon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnie-Doon-Hotels-Bonnie-Doon-Hotel.h20516057.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d4186-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Citymax Bur Dubai](https://www.expedia.ca/Dubai-Hotels-Citymax-Bur-Dubai.h4304754.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Ontario Place](https://www.expedia.ca/Ontario-Place-Hotels.0-l503133-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from St. John's (YYT) to Mumbai (BOM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyt/bom/st-johns-to-mumbai) > > [Air Mauritius](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Mauritius-Flights.cMK.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Cairo (CAI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cai/toronto-to-cairo) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Zürich (ZRH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/zrh/toronto-to-zurich) > > [Air Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Canada-Flights.cAC.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to San Pedro Mixtepec (PXM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/pxm/vancouver-to-puerto-escondido) ### Activities > [Things to do in East Rutherford](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-East-Rutherford.d7803.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [See Ya Later Ranch](https://www.expedia.ca/See-Ya-Later-Ranch-Okanagan-Falls.d553248621532863802.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Peak 2 Peak Gondola Blackcomb Ski Lift](https://www.expedia.ca/Peak-2-Peak-Gondola-Blackcomb-Ski-Lift-Whistler.d6155750.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Hôtel de Ville](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-De-Ville-Paris-City-Center.d6068779.Vacation-Attraction) ### Vacation Rentals > [New York Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Vacation-Rentals.d178293.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Seaside Heights](https://www.expedia.ca/Seaside-Heights.dx183617) > > [Visit Saona Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Saona-Island.dx6072777)