Unwind @ Vivonne Bay Point Ellen Retreat

Summary:

Wake up to Vivonne Bay stretching out before you. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom home sits above the Point Ellen jetty on Kangaroo Island's mid-south coast, with King beds, a full kitchen, bean-to-cup coffee and a covered BBQ. Watch the local fishing fleet from the front verandah, or take in native bush and the Southern Ocean from the back. Accessible showers and toilets, reverse-cycle heating and cooling, WiFi and on-site parking. Well placed for touring the island.

Space:

Set on the mid-south coast of Kangaroo Island, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom home is perched above the jetty at Point Ellen, overlooking Vivonne Bay. It's a luxurious base for one or two couples, with the local fishing fleet passing below and native bushland and the Southern Ocean at the rear.

Both bedrooms have King beds with 2000 thread count bamboo blend linens and wool quilts. Bathrooms are accessible, with rain head, glide in showers and heated towel rails, plus a bath if you'd rather soak. The kitchen is fitted with eight metres of Caesarstone benchtops and full-size appliances.

Outside, the front verandah looks straight out over the bay and jetty, while the back of the property opens onto native scrub with views to the Southern Ocean. A covered BBQ with side burner and an outdoor sink make outdoor dining easy.

Reverse cycle heating and cooling keep the home comfortable year-round. Other amenities include WiFi, a dedicated laundry, a TV lounge, on site parking, a dining area, a patio, and a bean-to-cup coffee machine, with a teapot and cups for tea.

The location is central for exploring the island, with Flinders Chase National Park, Seal Bay and Remarkable Rocks all within reach.

Transit:

Experience Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island Dreaming is located in Vivonne Bay, Kangaroo Island. The island is a premier wildlife destination only a short trip from the South Australia mainland with plentiful wildlife, food and wine and experiences. Visit Koopalanda Dreaming to experience Kangaroo Island and discover why this world-famous nature-based destination is one of South Australia's favourite destinations for tourism. Think of an island with 509km of Coastline & 155km from the East Coast to the West Coast. With native bushland, wildlife, adventure & exploring. Where pristine beaches, local wines & sunsets are on your doorstep. You'll need longer than you think!

Explore

Kangaroo Island is known as nature's playground and visitors who hit the road will find out why. From towering cliffs, green plains and impeccably clear waters to remarkable rock formations and curious coves, there's no shortage of destinations to explore. Koopalanda Dreaming's very own Vivonne Beach, once voted Australia's best beach is the postcard perfect spot to soak in the best of island life. Half on hour away from Koopalanda Dreaming, visitors to Flinders Chase National Park will encounter vast area's of wilderness featuring the iconic formations of Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. Venture out to one of Kangaroo Island's premier tourist attraction at Seal Bay, home to a wild colony of approximately 1,000 Australian Sea Lions, the award winning location offers visitors an unforgettable wildlife experience.

Nature and wildlife

With its unspoilt natural environmental and remarkable variety of wildlife, Kangaroo Island has been described by some as Australia's Galapagos Island. The Island and its marine waters are home to 18 species of terrestrial mammals, 18 reptile species, 6 frog species, 231 recorded fish species and 5 kinds of seagrass. At Koopalanda Dreaming the island's wildlife is always on show, but for a more up close and personal experience Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park is a quick 30 minute drive. For marine adventures, visitors can experience a Kangaroo island Ocean Safari. Kangaroo Island still retains much of its native flora, catalogued to include 891 native plant varieties. These include the unique and impressive Tates Grass Tree, delicate native orchids, melaleuca and a range of grevillea, some of which are extremely rare and endemic to the island. There are more than 200 different types of birds here, some gloriously coloured, including endangered and threatened species such as the Red Tailed Glassy Black Cockatoo, Hooded Plover and the Osprey. Ligurian bees were brought to Kangaroo Island in the early 1880’s and the island is now home to the purest remaining strain of Ligurian Bees in the world, enjoy their wild famous honey at Cliffords Honey Farm. Sustainable & Natural Merino Wool Blend Clothing are made locally by Kangaroo Island Wool.


Food and drink

The dining scene on Kangaroo Island is local, seasonal, boutique, artisan and always close to its source. Koopalanda Dreaming is a great starting base for any gastronomic journey. Visitors can begin by indulging themselves, devouring oysters, marron, abalone and King George whiting at American River's Oyster Farm Shop, or enjoy a fresh, healthy breakfast at Millie Mae's Pantry. If you're looking to quench your thirst, the island has no shortage of wineries and breweries and distilleries. Enjoy award-winning local gins at KI Spirits, or relax, glass of local wine in-hand, and take-in fabulous coastal views at Dudley Wines Cellar Door.