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Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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TV, stereo
TV, stereo
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior
TV, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Encounter Bay, SA
  • Place, Encounter Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kent Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, The Bluff
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Encounter Bay

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Kent Reserve and Encounter Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Encounter Bay holiday home, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from The Bluff.

What's nearby

  • Encounter Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kent Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Warland Reserve - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Victor Harbor Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • The Bluff - 8 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Victor Harbor Station - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boulevard Cafe on the lake - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Day - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Victor - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay

This lakefront retreat captures the essence of coastal South Australia, where soft light, open design, and calm water views set an easy rhythm from the moment you arrive. Sunlight streams through generous windows, highlighting the home’s natural tones, layered textures, and contemporary coastal styling.

The upstairs living area frames sweeping views across the lake—an inviting space to slow down and let the stillness of the bay set the pace for the day. The adjoining kitchen is fully equipped with quality stainless-steel appliances and thoughtful touches, from a Nespresso machine for slow mornings to wine glasses ready for sunset drinks. Share meals around the eight-seater dining table, or take them outside to the balcony for casual barbecues and evening breezes.

Downstairs, a relaxed second living area provides space for everyone to unwind, opening directly to the outdoors. The fenced backyard leads to the water’s edge, where sun loungers and a private pontoon invite paddleboarding, fishing, or quiet moments beside the lake.

Four bedrooms comfortably sleep eight guests. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers a king bed, while the second bedroom features a queen. A family bathroom with a bath, shower, and separate water closet completes this level. Downstairs, a further queen bedroom and one with two singles—convertible to a king on request—are served by a modern second bathroom.

With split-system heating and cooling, a full laundry, and off-street parking, the home blends comfort with coastal ease—perfectly positioned close to the beach yet peacefully removed from the bustle of Victor Harbor.

Two stand-up paddleboards are available for guest use during your stay. For safety, they are secured when not in use and can only be accessed with a code, which will be provided once a liability waiver has been signed. Guests are responsible for any damage incurred, and all use of the boards is entirely at their own risk.
Checkout: 10:00 am
No smoking
No parties or events

Please treat the our home as if it were your own. Kindly leave the property in a tidy condition upon departure. Unexpected additional cleaning cost will be forwarded to you.

$200AUD cleaning/deodorising fee charged if guest is found to have been smoking in the property.

CHECK OUT: Check out strictly at 10AM. Additional charges will be incurred for our cleaners time if not vacant upon their arrival. We charge $30AUD for the first 30 minutes, and $60AUD for every 30-minutes after this.

LOST KEYS/LOCKOUTS: Please keep the property key with you all the time during your stay. Lost key/emergency key delivery charges will be $180AUD plus key replacement fee or cost of a locksmith.

LOST PROPERTY: For any items left behind - the host will hold the item for a maximum of 30 days from check-out date after which time they will be considered abandoned and disposed of or donated. During the 30 day collection period, collection can be arranged by way of the guest providing a prepaid postage bag to a supplied address or the item can be collected in person at an agreed time and location.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Checkout: 10:00 am No smoking No parties or events Please treat the our home as if it were your own.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay?

The closest beach to Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay is Boomer Beach (7.5 km).

Does Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay?

No, Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay?

No, pets are not allowed.

Summer Bay House—Lakefront Escape at Encounter Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic place to stay! Everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jan and Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Great location. Roomy and spotlessly clean. Very modern furnishings and comfortable bedding.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Attila H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakefront gem

OMG, this holiday home ticks all the boxes. Jaw-dropping location with direct lake access and gorgeous sunsets, touch of luxury everywhere, spotless cleanliness throughout. We'll definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022