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# Wine Down McLaren Vale \~ a cosy vineyard retreat

Vacation home in Adelaide with kitchen and balcony

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- Overview
- Location
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Escape to Wine Down on Pethick, a luxurious bungalow in the heart of McLaren Vale's wine region. Enjoy meals at the dining table overlooking vineyards or dine al fresco amidst scenic beauty from your private patio. Retreat to serene bedrooms with premium linens and wake up to nature sounds from your private deck.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

## Popular amenities

- Dryer
- Washer
- Parking available
- Outdoor space
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Wine Down McLaren Vale \~ a cosy vineyard retreat

Welcome to Wine Down on Pethick, your luxurious retreat nestled in the heart of McLaren Vale's prestigious wine region. Our charming bungalow has been renovated top to bottom to create a calming stay in an area we love and hold so dear.  
  
Step into a world of relaxation as you enter Wine Down. The first thing you'll notice is the breathtaking view of rolling vineyards stretching out before you, creating a picturesque backdrop for your stay. Perfect for families, bridal parties and couples.  
  
Inside, the bungalow has meticulously designed with modern amenities and a touch of rustic charm. The open-plan living area is bathed in natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere and PERFECT for preparing for your big day.  
  
The fully-equipped kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring high-end appliances and ample space for culinary adventures after a day at the famous Willunga Farmers Markets. Enjoy meals at the dining table overlooking the vineyards or take your feast outdoors to the private patio, where you can dine al fresco amidst the scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape.  
  
When it's time to rest, retreat to one of three serene bedrooms that promise a restful night's sleep on a luxurious bed adorned with premium linens. Wake up to the gentle sounds of nature and step outside to breathe in the fresh country air from your private deck. Listen to the birds and watch the live animals stroll by as you sip your morning coffee or enjoy cozy evenings by the fire pit with a glass of local wine in hand.  
  
We are lucky enough to be surrounded by working farms and live animals. You may hear and see chickens, ducks, sheep and horses during your stay with us. Our neighbours at Windmill Creek Farm are even known share home-grown veggies, fresh honey and seasonal flowers.  
  
Book your stay at Wine Down today and discover the perfect blend of luxury, tranquility, and vineyard charm in McLaren Vale's wine country. The most perfect base to explore all that this incredible region has to offer.  
\~ Additional 4 persons as DAY visitors allowed - Max 8 persons overnight. Please contact us to discuss if these requirements do not fit your needs.  
  
\~ Quiet time between 10pm and 8pm, no loud music. Please respect our wonderful neighbours.  
  
\~ No pets allowed.  
  
\~ No parties or events.  
  
\~ Please notify us immediately if something is damaged or broken.  
  
\~ Please respect the boundaries of the property and our neighbours livestock and active vineyard.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer

### Living spaces

- Dining table

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### 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

- Garden

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## Policies

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

Events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

## Important information

### 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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

263839

## 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-35.24540%2C138.53273&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QcnhwG1oxPowNUnnNlna6gS5Wh4=)

McLaren Vale, SA

#### What's nearby

- Penny's Hill Winery \- 5 min drive \- 4.9 km
- Willunga Farmers Market \- 6 min drive \- 4.9 km
- Serafino Wines \- 7 min drive \- 4.5 km
- Chapel Hill \- 8 min drive \- 5.2 km
- Maxwell Wines \- 9 min drive \- 6.7 km

#### Getting around

- Seaford Station - 14 min drive
- Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 49 min drive

#### Restaurants

- ‪Oxenberry Farm Wines - ‬7 min drive
- ‪Alma Hotel - ‬5 min drive
- ‪Dawn Patrol Coffee - ‬5 min drive
- ‪Bracegirdle’s - ‬7 min drive
- ‪Sam I Am - ‬7 min drive

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## Wine Down McLaren Vale \~ a cosy vineyard retreat Reviews

## Reviews

10

### Exceptional

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### 10/10

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### 10/10

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### 10/10

Property conditions & facilities

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### James

Oct 25, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

A beautiful cottage in a great location. Wonderful hosts and very helpful. Thankyou. Highly recommend and will not disappoint 

##### James

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Joshua

Oct 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The property is incredibly well maintained. Thanks for an excellent stay. Will definitely be back.

##### Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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