Cottage, Holiday house, Bed & Breakfast, Back packer

Affordable family friendly, pet friendly cottage style accommodation. 3 bedrooms, full kitchen facilities. Linen hire and breakfast provisions available for small extra fee. Free gas BBQ and undercover outdoor living area. All set on a half acre block with lots of shady trees. Nestled in the valley, only 700metres from beautiful safe beach, jetty and convenience store.

Our guest book is packed with happy stay stories from families to couples looking for a romantic getaway. Come, enjoy the Second Valley hospitality experience and add your own.

Locality

Boathaven Beach House is ideal as a Kangaroo Island stopover only 15 mins drive from the ferry or 20 mins from Deep Creek Conservation Park with its spectacular scenery and bushwalks. A short drive to several stunning golf courses and plenty to see for divers and snorkellers alike. A fabulous destination for an affordable relaxing beach holiday.

Flexibility

Although Second Valley is a lot of fun in summer, it is also a beautiful place to enjoy wintery weather. Tuck yourself up in bed with our feather quilts, electric blankets and a good book, or just enjoy walking the green hills , looking out to sea in nearby Deep Creek Conservation Park

Go op-shopping in Normanville, find a bargain at one of several interesting secondhand or antique stores in Yankalilla. Enjoy a magnificent dinner by the fireside at Second Valley's own historic Leonards Mill Hotel. Discover the Second Valley that only the locals know about!

Take advantage of the quiet times:
The Boathaven Beach House also offers the option of hiring the adjacent "Gompa Room" a 6m x 4m fully carpeted and insulated room purpose-built for meditation/yoga/prayer/small interpersonal workshops or other quiet pursuits.

Holiday experiences

Adult retreat, Beach, Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Close to Public Transport, Family Friendly, Fishing, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Golf, Pet friendly, Romantic getaway, Scuba diving

Facilities

24 hour reception, Baby Cot, Bath, BBQ - Gas, Boat Ramp Nearby, Books/Magazines Supplied, Breakfast provisions available for self-cooking, Bus nearby, CD Player, Continental Breakfast Available, Continental breakfast provisions available, Courtyard, DVD, Electric stove, Fans (ceiling/standard), Hair dryer, Heaters provided, Iron and ironing board, Kitchen, Microwave, No smoking, Parking, Patio, Pets Welcome Indoors, Pets Welcome Outdoors, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Undercover or off street parking, VCR, Videos/DVDs Supplied

Adult retreat

Tranquil and quiet with no interruptions, Adult-oriented activities - see description for details..

Boathaven beach house is the ideal base for a golfing (2 courses within 10 mins drive) or diving holiday

Beach

Less than 5 minutes walk to the beach, Less than 5 minutes drive to the beach, Some beach gear provided - see description for details.

5 mins walk to safe swimming beach with lots for kids to do. Jetty to fish from and rockpools to explore. Beach volleyball net and ball available for free. Cricket and footy gear available to be used at beach also.

Birdwatching

Bird-watching available on-site, Bird-watching available nearby, Information provided on local bird population and sightings.

Boathaven Beach House is home to blue wrens, willy wagtails, fantails, shrike thrushes and tame magpies but many other species come to visit. We have some brochures and books on the local birdlife for guests. Nearby Deep Creek conservation Park is home to many species that can be seen while bushwalking there.

Bushwalking & wilderness

Bushwalking and wilderness experiences located nearby, Bushwalking maps provided, Located near a National Park.

10 mins drive to Deep Creek Conservation Park where there are many marked walking trails. Walks over the hills can be taken within second valley starting from the beach house.

Close to Public Transport

Public transport within 10 minute walk, Transport can be arranged from closest public transport facility at no extra charge, Bus service.

The Sealink bus service will deliver people to Second Valley from Adelaide or places between once a day. Pick up from bus stop can be arranged as it is a 15 minute walk. Community bus availabloe on thursdays for shopping trips to Normanville and Yankalilla

Family Friendly

Plastic crockery and cutlery available for children, Games/videos for children under 5 available, Games/videos for children between 5 and 12 available, Games/videos for children over 12 available, Fenced/safe outdoor play area, Children's playground equipment.

We are the ideal family friendly destination. A large shady block for outdoor play with room for ball games. Volleyball net and cricket stumps provided. A large selection of family friendly movies and games. Outdoor entertainment area with gas BBQ. Chickens to feed scraps to and an outdoor fire pit for colder months make Boathaven Beach House a fun place for families all year round.

Fishing

Fishing spots available nearby, Local fishing knowledge available, Located less than 5 mins walk to water, Located less than 5 minute drive to water, Boatramp within 5 minute drive, Boat storage/parking available onsite.

Plenty of offstreet parking for your car and boat. Boat ramps available at Wirrina Cove (5 mins) or Cape Jervis (15mins). Good fishing to be had from jetty (5 mins walk) Squid gar and tommies available. All bait and tackle available at Second valley Jetty Store (5 mins walk)

Gay & Lesbian friendly

Offers a high degree of privacy, All guests welcome.

Relaxation and privacy in tranquil surroundings where all guests are made most welcome.

Golf

Golf course located nearby.

2 golf courses nearby. Wirrina Cove (5 mins drive) or Links Lady Bay )10 mins drive) Buggy and club hire available at course.

Pet friendly

Cats are permitted, Small dogs (less than 11 kg) are permitted, Medium dogs (11 kg to less than 34 kg) are permitted, Large dogs (34 kg or heavier) are permitted, Pets are permitted inside, Secure, fully fenced running area, Food and water bowls provided.

We welcome all well behaved pets at Boathaven Beach House. A large shady block with lots of rabbits to chase and a safely enclosed back yard for those pets who may be inclined to wander. All pets welcome inside, but not on beds or to be left home alone. Please bring your own pet bedding. Large water bowl and pooper scooper provided.

Romantic getaway

Private living and recreation areas, Chocolates provided on arrival.

Cosy and comfortable, electric blankets, comfortable queen size bed and an outdoor log fire with complete privacy make the Beach House a lovely romantic spot

Scuba diving

Scuba diving available nearby, Scuba diving gear available for rent nearby.

Second Valley is an ideal scuba diving destination with easy water entry from jetty and plenty to see, including the beautiful Leafy Sea Dragon. ASir refills available in nearby Normanville at the Court House Cafe. Tours available. Gear Hire available before leaving Adelaide.

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