[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe Family-friendly cottage in Adelaide ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69350000/69343400/69343303/8bf5eeac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69350000/69343400/69343303/90d87732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69350000/69343400/69343303/c5c87ebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69350000/69343400/69343303/c62cfa05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69350000/69343400/69343303/7446c791.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Salty Dog Beach house, located just one house back from The Esplanade, offers a charming cottage nestled in the rear of the property. Enjoy a spacious and equipped three-bedroom home with plenty of outdoor space for kids and pets to play. Stroll along the Esplanade or drive to nearby McLaren Vale or Willunga for a day trip. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe Located only one house back from The Esplanade, enjoy a relaxing beach getaway at The Salty Dog Beach house. The charming cottage nestled to the rear of the property sleeping 6. Complemented by a large fully fenced yard with established gardens, birdlife and carparking. There is plenty of outdoor space for kids and pets to play, while the three bedroom cottage is spacious and equipped to ensure you have everything you need to enjoy a relaxing holiday in this fantastic location. With the beach, playgrounds and cafe's within a few minutes walk you can leave the car keys behind. The Aldinga Beach shopping centre is only a few minutes drive away. You may like to head into neighboring towns such as McLaren Vale or Willunga for the day. Did we mention the beach is a few minutes walk? Or you could jump in the car and drive and park on the beach for the day. If your a bike rider you will love riding around Aldinga Beach. The walk along the Esplanade is wonderful. Having a vehicle will allow you to drive a little further and enjoy our wine region, Victor Harbor and other wonderful beaches. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Fully-fenced - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 3 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Recycling - Solar energy ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58130000/58121200/58121146/a5c0c90e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Footprints in the Sand, Silver Sands Beach House Aldinga Beach - 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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 Cottage Vrbo Property Coastal vibe 2 min walk to beach. Pet friendly .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe Cottage .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe Adelaide .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe Cottage Adelaide ## 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-35.27574%2C138.44430&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rMwmVmGm13VrCBhuVvFaWWLh0yc=) Aldinga Beach, SA #### What's nearby - Aldinga Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Port Willunga Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Silver Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km - Moana Beach - 13 min drive - 13.3 km #### Getting around - Seaford Station - 14 min drive - Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Louis' Place Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive - ‪Goodness Coffee Co - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Aldinga Bay Cafe - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe located? > This family-friendly Adelaide cottage is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Aldinga Beach and John Nicholl Reserve. Port Willunga Beach and Mukutilla-John Lawrie Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## .Beach getaway, pet friendly, coastal vibe Reviews 10 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 54 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bree B. Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Holiday! Loved the accomodation- thanks for having us! ##### Bree B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott B. Apr 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay with dogs Needed a place to stay with our 4 dogs Was perfect Would go again ##### Scott B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor S. Sep 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A special place for that wonderful beach-side holiday The house was special, the location was great and both we and our pets greatly enjoyed our holiday there ##### Victor S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elsa B. Feb 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable cottage We had a lovely stay at this beachside cottage. Comfortable beds and plenty of space for the family. Our dog enjoyed many beach walks and the large garden. The dog wash station was great! ##### Elsa B. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine W. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Salty Dog Beach House Wonderfully welcoming and comfortable with everything we needed So close to the beach ane eating places.We hope to come again. ##### Christine W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen S. Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay. Lovely, well kept and clean property. Very suitable for families and pet friendly. Basic toiletries provided and fully decked out kitchen. Very comfortable beds. Would stay there again and recommend to others. ##### Karen S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John V. Nov 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Aldinga retreat Great position so close to beach, promenade & restaurants. Salty Dog offered everything we were looking for. Many thanks ##### John V. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evelina N. Jun 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### short break Great property and great location. Very comfortable and within easy walking distance of beach and local cafe. ##### Evelina N. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerri R. Jan 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway Pleasant surrounds, quite and ideal for the dogs. ##### Kerri R. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas H. Mar 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay at the Salty Dog Plenty of space, easy check in, great communication with the host. Everything was great! ##### Thomas H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Denise A. Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Beach Walk Location Comfortable stay for our Easter break. Great location for walks along the Esplanade. Very much a dog friendly rental with a good secure yard, doggy treats and lots of doggy decor. ##### Denise A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire G. Jan 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! The house had everything we needed and it was so nice to have the port-a-cot and high-chair all set up and ready to go. Beds and furniture all very comfortable. Great to have the large secure yard for our dog too! Thanks again for a wonderful stay. ##### Claire G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Loraine G. Nov 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to beach hideaway Close to the beach with lovely enclosed front garden ideal for dogs. Close to all shops and cafes. Lovely long beaches to enjoy and stroll along and take time out. ##### Loraine G. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sanjeev A. Dec 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place A very peaceful stay. Reminded us of beach houses back in our country (Sri Lanka). Comfortable, clean and prompt responses from the owners ##### Sanjeev A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter M. Feb 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Beach House Aldinga Beach We thoroughly enjoyed our stay as did our 2 Cavalier King Spaniels. Everything one could possibly hope for was available to us and we have no hesitation in recommending the venue. ##### Peter M. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William (Bill) B. Mar 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Aldinga Excellent stay Except for the misinformation STAYS supplied when accessing the property. Owner gave correct information. ##### William (Bill) B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathrine W. Jul 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach getaway Relaxing ##### Kathrine W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan T. Oct 21, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a wonderful place Oh goodness, this house is loverly our pups loved it and Natalie is such a loverly person! Highly recommend. ##### Nathan T. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary-Anne A. Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Aldinga Beach Getaway A great family home situated super close to the beach. Very comfortable beds and furniture and aircon which was a blessing as it was very hot the first few days we were there. Great bbq and outdoor area fully fenced which was great for our grandchildren.The house had a lovely vibe and was so easy to enjoy. We highly recommned this property and wouldn't hesitate to return. ##### Mary-Anne A. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally S. Jun 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Salty Dog Loved our stay at The Salty Dog. Perfect location for exploring the McLaren Vale area. Weather was a bit chilly but very cosy indoors. Thank you Natalie. ##### Sally S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo R., Melbourne Jul 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect in every way So perfect for our stay, loved the house, all the facilities, atmosphere and local area. Everything we could possibly need was there… including hand mixers and a cake pan to whip up a 1 year olds bday cake ❤️. Loved sitting on the outdoor lounge watching my dog run around the pretty front yard. The kitchen and bbq area perfect . We hope to stay again- we loved it. ##### Jo R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine Jun 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved our stay with our two little dogs at The Salty Dog. The property was impeccably clean and beautifully presented. Safe and secure yard for our little ones and the owners have thought of absolutely everything in providing a lovely place to holiday. Very doggy friendly but also the perfect holiday house even without pets. Highly recommend to anyone 👌 ##### Catherine Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter R. Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect My wife & I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Salty Dog Beach House and so did our pooch, being just a 3 minute walk to the beach was amazing. The The Salty Dog Beach House is a great place to base yourself from as its an easy drive to Wineries, Restaurants and Cafes, what a great place to take some time out and relax. Thank you, ##### Peter R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### liz s. Jul 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mrs Very nice property the dogs loved it that is the garden. Had the worst weather ever. But the house was comfortable and warm. The beds were excellent. Will go again ##### liz s. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noel T. Aug 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Salty dog beach house Just fabulous. Location set back from main road. Ambiance and décor fantastic. 2 min walk to beach, walking distance to cafes and restaurants, close to all the attractions and locations you could want. Everything you could need right here. We’ll be back for sure ##### Noel T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023