Title: Shack by the Sea Middleton - 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 # Shack by the Sea Middleton ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/1e7786d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/6b27c1e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/9d803c4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/f54720cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33549600/33549551/6ee11fb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming 3 bedroom beach shack in Middleton, nestled between Goolwa and Victor Harbor. Enjoy unspoilt views of the surrounding nature reserve from the back deck, or take a short stroll along the bike path to access long stretches of pristine beach perfect for swimming, boarding & surfing. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Shack by the Sea Middleton 3 bedroom beach shack with open plan kitchen, dining and loungeroom. After 20years it was time for the shack to have a refresh. Painted throughout, with new sofa, TV, bookcases, dinnerware, saucepans and frypans. New outdoor setting, perfect to sit and look out over the garden and nature reserve. Decking along front and back of property and landscaped to fit within the surrounding nature reserve. On the bike path between Goolwa and Victor Harbor. Great bakeries, restaurants and hotels 5minute drive. The shack is fully equipped for families with games, books, toys, and boggie boards. The area out the back is grassed for children to play on and there is a picnic table at the back of the property to enjoy spectacular sunsets. Please note tea towels, quilts/blankets and pillowcases are supplied. You will need to supply your own bedsheets and towels. If this is a concern please contact us to discuss. Please note during peak period Dec/Jan full payment is required 5 weeks prior to commence of booking date. Cancellation 4 weeks prior to booking will incur 100% of total booking fee. THE SHACK IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT TO SCHOOLIES - due to previous damage occurring by schoolies. Locality Middleton is a town in South Australia on the eastern end of the south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula. It is situated between the towns of Port Elliot and Goolwa. A holiday and tourist destination with a popular surf beach. Some Southern Right Whales calve and mate in the waters off Middleton's beaches and can be viewed from Middleton Point or Bashams Beach during the whale watching season (June or July to October). Shack located at the Goolwa end of Middleton - along the bike path Beach access - can see path from the front deck, tuck your board under your arm and head for the beach - takes a whole 2 minutes. No through road, close to Encounter Bike path that runs from Goolwa to Victor Harbour, nature reserve behind and sea out front. Unspoilt views from back deck of nature reserve Long unspoilt beach suitable for swimming, boarding & surfing. Close to restaurants and pubs in Middleton, Goowla & Pt Elliot Best bakeries - Middleton, then Pt Elliot Things to see and do Middleton Surfing and swimming beaches Whale watching Steam train rides Walk or cycle the Encounter Bikeway Walking distance to the beach, Park, Tavern, Shops, Chemist, Arts and Crafts Goolwa and Pt Elliot Markets Currency Creek or Langhorne Creek Wineries Fishing - Coorong, local beach or off Pt Elliott Jetty Tennis courts Middleton, behind the local pub Scenic Flights- Goolwa Airfield Goolwa River Cruises Historical Buildings Surf & Sun Surf School - Surf & Sun Learn to Surf South Australia offer a range of Learn to Surf options to suit you. They are a licensed surf school with Surfing Australia and focus on providing you with a fun, exciting and most importantly a safe Learn to Surf experience. If you are after a once off lesson or wish to take your surfing further, we can help you. Located at Middleton Beach Surf & Sun has qualified instructors, new equipment and a professional and fun approach to surfing. Town Facilities Cafe, Take Away, Tavern, Bakery, Blues Restaurant, Medical Centre, Chemist, Beautician, Surf Shop, Bus Service. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet) Note from host: Please note garden is not fenced. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Shack by the Sea Middleton Middleton Shack by the Sea Middleton Private vacation home Shack by the Sea Middleton Private vacation home Middleton 160296 ## 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-35.51439%2C138.74109&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mm6VflWJv_6Wfa-0ycfF2v10lBU=) Middleton, SA #### What's nearby - Surfers Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Middleton Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Goolwa Beach - 8 min drive - 7.8 km - Port Elliot Beach - 9 min drive - 8.5 km - Horseshoe Bay - 14 min drive - 9.3 km #### Getting around - Goolwa Station - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬8 min drive - ‪Thai Days - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cafe 52 Fourteen - ‬7 min drive - ‪Hotel Elliot - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shack by the Sea Middleton pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Shack by the Sea Middleton? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shack by the Sea Middleton? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Shack by the Sea Middleton located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Surfers Beach and Tokuremoar Reserve. Middleton Beach and Basham Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shack by the Sea Middleton Reviews 9.4 ### 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 52 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison M. May 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Shack by the Sea Middleton The most lovely and quirky cottage filled with warmth and creature comforts. So close to the beach and excellent value. We will definitely be coming back. ##### Alison M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue W. Dec 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach shack getaway Comfy shack in excellent location with great outdoor area to relax. ##### Sue W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona B. Feb 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay A lovely stay in a really relaxed location. We’ll be back! ##### Fiona B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank K. Nov 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Stay Loved the house and the location ##### Frank K. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross S. Oct 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short escape Relaxing, comfortable and uncomplicated shack in a fantastic location. ##### Ross S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelo P. Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easter Weekend Quiet, tucked away shack. Suited everything we needed.. Thank you :) ##### Angelo P. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rachel B. Dec 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely Getaway A small compact and comfortable home. A typical shack with all the essentials you need for your time away. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you ##### rachel B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hugh M. Nov 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Location Really enjoyed our weekend at the shack. Very clean and great location ##### Hugh M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Nigel B. Dec 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great short stay Great little beach house with private outdoor areas, perfect location close to beach. ##### Nigel B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We will be back… Well equipped small home with lovely backyard spaces with back deck which has good outdoor furniture.Close to the beach and good value for this area. Excellent communication/information from owner.Rooms are small so we used third bedroom for our luggage. We would happily stay again. ##### David B. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie K. Sep 25, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The little beach shack was perfect for our family as we were only sleeping there and relaxing at nig At the beach shack was perfect for my family a very quick walk to the beach lovely neighbourhood lots of places to visit thank you so much for this day ##### Debbie K. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie S. May 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place - highly recommend A nice sweet & sinple place to relax. Good position. Clean, well maintained and pleasant. ##### Natalie S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan B. Oct 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and peaceful Was a really pretty shack close to the ocean, very peaceful well suited for a family, has a newly renovated modern bathroom and includes loads of entertainment for both adults and children and even had a visit from some beautiful native birds that I have not seen before. ##### Nathan B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David J. Nov 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay Thank you Sue the property was perfect and we really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended ##### David J. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne P. Mar 7, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beach lovers shack. Cosy shack by the sea, great location. Very well stocked with games, cards tennis rackets etc. Shack backs onto a natural reserve, very peaceful. ##### Anne P. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare L. Jan 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little cottage in lovely location within walking distance to beach A great little cottage in walking distance to beach. Everything we needed and very clean. Nice outdoor areas to relax on. Lots of games and little extras to make our stay comfortable. Thankyou. ##### Clare L. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Pirkko M., Griffith Dec 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Holiday Enjoyed our family Xmas holiday at your little shack. Comfortable with good facilities and a short walk to beach. Thankyou for your prompt responses and help when needed. ##### Pirkko M. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### David T. Mar 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice quite location We were attending a two-day bike race (Tour of Goolwa) and wanted a quite location to enjoy some rest and a good sleep between the days. This property suited our needs beautifully. Had everything we needed. Thank you to our hosts for the weekend. ##### David T. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MICK F. May 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sisters weekend away Perfect for what we needed and Sue was excellent with communication ##### MICK F. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy N. Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls weekend away First impresseion was the house was very cute! We found we had everything available to make meals, relax and unwind. The backyard was set up beautifully and attracted a great variety of birdlife which was a pleasant surprise ##### Judy N. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Simone L. Dec 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Middleton with family Property was clean, nice touch with Xmas tree, no WiFi unfortunately. It would have been nice to know about having to hire sheets and towels otherwise it suited our needs for the visit. ##### Simone L. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### maria r. Nov 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Middleton shack - quaint place, close walk to the beach, with a well equipped kitchen. This property was lovely, clean and had all we needed to cook our meals. Grateful pets are welcome, will come back again. Thank you Susan and Russell. ##### maria r. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Elizabeth W. Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Family beach shack To be honest, we were quite disappointed when we arrived. We were expecting something more comfortable. There is no proper indoor lounge area where you can spread out and relax. The queen size beds are too big for the rooms they are in. It felt pokey and cluttered with family books, magazines and games. That said, it was very clean. The hot water was excellent, the bed we used was comfortable, and all the basic amenities worked well. The washing machine was easy to use. The position is great, being so close to the beach. ##### Elizabeth W. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gunther A. Jan 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Staying in Middleton This is a very nice house just at the right place close to the beach. It is in a quite neighborhood. The house is well equipped with all what we needed, nothing fancy but exactly what we needed. In particular we were very positive surprised about all the facilities in the kitchen including a drinking water filtration system. the communication with the owner was easy and they responded very quickly to inquiries. We would come there any time again. ##### Gunther A. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Tammy F. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay by the beach Great relaxing stay by the beach at this beachside shack for a short getaway and the weather was fantastic for it too which meant great afternoons on the back deck in the sun.Close walk to the beach Appreciated the owners consideration of allowing us to stay with our elderly trained dog that didn’t quite meet the listed requirements Will definitely stay here again as the shack had everything one needs as does the Main Street and also close driving distance to Victor Harbour and Goolwa. ##### Tammy F. 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