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Minerva House

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3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Oven, dining tables
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
saddleworth, SA
  • Popular LocationTaylors Wines16 min drive
  • Popular LocationMartindale Hall20 min drive
  • Popular LocationDaisy's Vintage & Classic Cars31 min drive

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About the area

Saddleworth

At this cottage, you'll be 11.4 km (7.1 mi) from Mount Horrocks Wine and 11.5 km (7.2 mi) from Grosset Wines. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. A kitchen, a TV and a hairdryer are also available.

What's nearby

  • Taylors Wines - 16 min drive
  • Martindale Hall - 20 min drive
  • Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre - 25 min drive
  • Daisy's Vintage & Classic Cars - 31 min drive
  • Maggie Beer's Farm Shop - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jules Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Riverton Hotel - 7 min drive
  • Riverton One Stop Takeaway Shop - 7 min drive
  • Emporium Bakehouse - 8 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.

Minerva House

Minerva House is an icon of Saddleworth, nestled between Clare & The Barossa valleys, with the closest winery and cellar door only a 5 minute drive away, there is plenty to see and do.

The historic Martindale Hall is only 25 minutes away, and both Heysen & Lavender Federation trails are nearby.
The space
Minerva is full of character, sitting on 3 quarters of an acre of private gardens.

There are 3 generous bedrooms, 2 guest bedrooms with queen sized beds, and 2 single beds in the third bedroom, sleeping 6 comfortably (with trundles available on request for up to 8).

There is a large, recently renovated bathroom with heated floors for those cold country mornings, as well as shower over clawfoot tub.

The kitchen is fitted with a full size fridge, dishwasher, large oven and plenty of bench space with room to prepare pizzas for the Italian woodfire pizza oven in the garden.

There are multiple areas outside to enjoy food and wine from the local Clare Valley wineries, as well as a dining room adjacent to the kitchen.

The charming “Gilbert Valley Hotel” is a 1 minute walk away, with full restaurant and bar with affordable takeaway food and wine.
Guest access
Minerva House is self-contained with no others to share with.

Keys are accessed by keysafe, with code provided before arrival.

Minerva has a double garage for secure parking, as well as a large driveway to fit a caravan or motorhome.
Other things to note
Enjoy the historic walk, museum as well as a local cafe, op shop and Saddleworth Country market on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Minerva also has a surprise resident turtle, which is a favourite for kids.

Property manager

Ashley

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lb per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • 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 3:00 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 are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Does Minerva House have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Minerva House?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minerva House on 21 May 2024 start from NZ$297.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Minerva House?

No, Minerva House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Minerva House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Minerva House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lisa P.

Lovely place
Great place, accommodated 4 adults well. Would stay again Just needed a good clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaps of character
Nice old house with a lovely garden. Comfortable and well located.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tahlia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country living
Gorgeous old home with lots of character. Big bedrooms including the kitchen and bathroom. Clean with fresh white linen. Only critique was as the house was on the main road and the trucks were nosy at night and there were mice in the house due to the SA plague. Host, Ashley, was very helpful and had wood delivered for our fire. Stayed in touch and was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo B., NSW, Australia now (UK when we first visited)

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house with character
Unfortunately only had a one night stay in this lovely old home in Saddleworth. Full of character, bedrooms tastefully furnished - two large front bedrooms, smaller twin room, separate lounge, kitchen and dining. On the main road but quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place , clean , welcoming , great location between Barossa and Clare . Beautiful garden .
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay!
We enjoyed our stay at Minerva house! House was clean and beautifully decorated. Lovely gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Anne V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Minerva
Stunningly lovely house and garden, unsafe shower over unsteady claw footed bath without shower curtain but good water flow and temperature, light and spacious rooms, some of the pot plants needing soil and water, loss of food due to fridge conking out. Plenty of supplies. Great location in charming little town. Nice host. Thank you for a lovely few days. Stayz website being down made check-in stressful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Lovely house in a great spot very relaxing stay Thanks again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022