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The Rookery at Christmas Cove

Apartment in Penneshaw with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
View from property
Exterior
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included

About this property

Entire place

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

The Rookery at Christmas Cove

Apartment in Penneshaw with kitchen and balcony
Along with tour/ticket assistance, this smoke-free apartment building has barbecues and free breakfast. Self parking is free. The apartment features a balcony and a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Added amenities include a private garden, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is not available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Yard

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

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)

General

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2006
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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
This property accepts credit cards
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

Property is also known as

Rookery Christmas Cove
Rookery Christmas Cove Apartment
Rookery Christmas Cove Apartment Penneshaw
Rookery Christmas Cove Penneshaw
The Rookery at Christmas Cove Apartment
The Rookery at Christmas Cove Penneshaw
The Rookery at Christmas Cove Apartment Penneshaw

About the area

Map
Christmas Street, Penneshaw, SA, 5222

What's nearby

  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 5 min walk
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk
  • Penneshaw Penguin Centre - 3 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Farmers Market - 5 min drive
  • Kangaroo Island Sealink - 57 min drive

Getting around

  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Penneshaw Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fat Beagle Coffee Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Millie Mae's Pantry - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fire and Smoke Ki - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sorrento's Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rookery at Christmas Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Rookery at Christmas Cove?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rookery at Christmas Cove?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rookery at Christmas Cove?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Rookery at Christmas Cove located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw and Sealink Ferry Terminal. Kangaroo Island Farmers Market and Baudin Conservation Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Rookery at Christmas Cove Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sharon was absolutely lovely, the accommodation was spotless, updated and simply beautiful . By far one of the best places we have stayed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Advice and help of owner Great lication eith superb views
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maeve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic experience!
The Rookery was a beautiful place to stay, wonderfully clean and charming, with fantastic views and a great location in Christmas Cove for exploring Penneshaw and to set out on day trips. Sharon is a wonderful host, provided excellent information and has put together a delightful place to stay and experience KI. We very much enjoyed our stay and would very highly recommend The Rookery!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful apartment located across the road from the beach, with wonderful views. We were very well catered for with Sharon always being prepared to give us helpful advice about places on the island. Food was plentiful for breakfast. If you want a relaxing place to stay you couldn't do better than the Rookery.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sharon was fabulous about communicating with us, beginning many months before our arrival. She gave us suggestions for activities during our stay but also ideas for other places in Australia. Wow! The apartment is clean and well stocked. She provided great breakfast goodies and accounted for our dietary preferences. The only small issue was that the two burner hob over the microwave is awkward and the pots are small. However, the electric frypan and outside grill make it work out. The view from the porch is spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Marrickville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views. Spacious rooms and modern bathroom. Conveniently located. Friendly host who has knowledge of the area (gave some great tips for things to do). Ideal for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great local advice on what to do Cute dog Esme and lovely host
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
DO NOT STAY HERE
Nightmare of a stay. Do not think about staying here - You have been warned! Sharon is extremely intrusive. This is a granny flat attached to Sharons house. On the first night Sharon made us feel unwelcome at 8pm as we caught the earlier ferry rather then the one at 10pm. She made us stand outside for 30 mins. We also caught her snooping through our belongings when we came back from a walk that night. Location of this place is quite convenient however if you value your safety and privacy do not stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice compact unit with sea view
Sharon is a lovely, helpful host. The Unit is close to Penneshaw, and the ferry. Only problem was unexpected roadworks in an otherwise quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable 1 bedroom apartment.
Very comfortable accommodation opposite Christmas Cove.The apartment is fully self contained and well equipped. Sharon the owner is very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018