“Charlie Bates Cottage” | Cottage in Penneshaw

10.0 (38 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Penneshaw Cottage | “Charlie Bates Cottage”

2 Bedroom Cottage in Penneshaw

Charlie Bates Cottage is an original stone settlers cottage (circa 1905) and an iconic part of Penneshaw's history.
Sitting high on the hill proudly keeping watch over beautiful Hog Bay and the quaint township of Penneshaw.
Under new ownership since October 2021 and faithfully restored.
Once the only homestead on a large landholding in Penneshaw, the cottage still remains today even though the town has been been significantly populated....in Kangaroo Island terms that is!
Nestled on a large, sloping block she boasts magnificent ocean views, is conveniently located only 2 minutes from the Sealink ferry terminal and a very short walk to the safe swimming beach at the end of the road.
Charlie's has been lovingly restored and refurbished to provide our guests with all the conveniences you need to experience a truly memorable holiday.
We offer the perfect base for couples and friends travelling together so you can experience the very best that Kangaroo Island has to offer from the comfort of somewhere that feels like home.
A modern extension to the original settler's cottage consists of a fully equipped kitchen including a full size fridge/freezer, microwave, quality kitchenware, a dining area with ocean views, laundry (with washing machine and clothes dryer), spacious heated bathroom with separate shower and clawfoot bath. These facilities and our wonderful location combine to make this unique piece of Kangaroo Island's history the ideal base for your getaway.
Perhaps you are looking for the ultimate romantic getaway, somewhere to share a special weekend away, propose to your partner or a charming and private honeymoon destination.
Grab beach towels and head off on an easy 3 minute walk to the end of the street to spend the day having a fantastic family experience swimming and building sandcastles on one of the safest swimming beaches on the Island, Hog's Bay. Dolphins frequent the bay and you might be lucky enough to spot a seal swimming in the waters around the jetty.
Have a day off from touring and watch a selection on great movies from our extensive DVD library, read a book, play board games or simply relax on the verandah with your favourite glass of wine and watch the sun set over the ocean or the comings and goings of the ferries..
You will delight in the opportunity to view the kangaroos, wallabies that frequent the lawns around the cottage at night. An intimate wildlife experience for all of our guests.
The Penneshaw Penguin Centre is located just a short walk around the bay and provides a fantastic opportunity to observe the local Fairy Penguins in their natural habitat and gain an insight into the life of these beautiful and mysterious seabirds.
Fire up the BBQ on the verandah and enjoy 180 degree views with your dinner, lunch or breakfast.
A picture book seaside village, Penneshaw is the ideal location for your stay on Kangaroo Island. Superb swimming beaches, stunning scenery, fantastic fishing, abundant wildlife and a well serviced town centre are just some of the attractions Penneshaw has to offer.
Just at the end of the road from Charlie's, Hog's Bay Beach is a great place to swim, see dolphins or the occassional seal at play and has excellent grassed BBQ facilities located near the Penguin Information Centre and ferry terminal. The centre is open most nights for tours featuring Penneshaw's cutest residents, the Little Fairy Penguins. Tammar wallabies roam the streets in the evening, stopping at Charlie's for a munch on the lawn or some fruit.
The Penneshaw Hotel offers quality meals with ocean views, or after a hard days touring if you don't feel like cooking or eating out, there are several take away options including a pizza and fish and chips.
Pack a picnic and stop at Chapman River on your way back from Cape Willoughby Lighthouse, sample wines and local produce at False Cape and Dudley Wineries or fish for the famed KI King George Whiting on the jetty. What ever your idea of the perfect Kangaroo Island holiday you're sure to find it at Charlies in Penneshaw.
With so much to see and do in the Penneshaw area, you could be tempted to never leave, but if you decide to discover everything the Island has to offer, all the Islands attractions are within an easy day's driving return trip from Charlie's. To ensure your safety, when planning day trips make sure you allow enough time to return home before dusk, as this when many of the Island's wildlife species become active.

This 2 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, TV, View, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Cottage has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Cottage has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Penneshaw. Enjoy your stay in Penneshaw at this Cottage.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
  • Games
  • DVD player
General
  • Property does not allow children
  • English
  • In a village
  • Near the sea
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • 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)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
This property does not allow children. note from host: babies negotiable, not suitable for children
Event Policy
No events allowed;strictly no parties or events
Pet Policy
Note from host: small pets negotiable pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: strictly no parties or events onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Stacey W.
Jun 12, 2025 04:23:08 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Wonderful cottage! Had everything we needed, very thoughtful host. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen had everything you nees for cooking (even though we did not cook haha), and the view was spectacular. The cottage is beautifully decorated and quaint. We enjoyed seeing a wallaby in the yard when we returned each evening, and we appreciated the large dvd collection. Very close to ferry, coffee shop, grocery store, and restaurants. We were sad to leave Kangaroo Island. Thank you for providing such a lovely place to stay.
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