The Shack - Absolute waterfront
House in Streaky Bay
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
FISHINGS AT YOUR DOOR STEP!!
The Shack is one of the few properties in SA lucky enough to have its own private beach, private boat mooring and access to the beach and access to the mooring via property.
This is an idealic location for a quiet getaway with breathtaking views.
There is a large deck area great for entertaining looking over the bay with bbq facilities.
After a days fishing there are fish filleting facilities and the friendly pelicans are sure to keep you entertained.
Enjoy the sunset over the magnificent streaky bay while enjoying a few drinks on the deck
The shack comprises of 2 living areas, ample carparking for boats and cars.
There is room for 8 people - 4 queen size beds.
The Shack is one of the few properties in SA lucky enough to have its own private beach, private boat mooring and access to the beach and access to the mooring via property.
This is an idealic location for a quiet getaway with breathtaking views.
There is a large deck area great for entertaining looking over the bay with bbq facilities.
After a days fishing there are fish filleting facilities and the friendly pelicans are sure to keep you entertained.
Enjoy the sunset over the magnificent streaky bay while enjoying a few drinks on the deck
The shack comprises of 2 living areas, ample carparking for boats and cars.
There is room for 8 people - 4 queen size beds.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Map of Streaky Bay
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
Perfect waterfront location with comfortable amenities, beautiful views, and a relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommended.
5.0 / 5.0
The Shack is exactly what I was looking for, on the water, dog friendly and close to facilities. It was quiet and serene, perfect for some me time with a glass of wine, a book and a cheese board. The best hot shower, great facilities and a view to die for! I can’t wait to go back.
5.0 / 5.0
Our five adults had a lovely time at this traditional and spacious shack. Great position and well equipped.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location with a real beach shack vibe. Beds comfortable, fully equipped kitchen. Many hours spent unwinding on the deck & on the lounge in the north-facing sun room. Would love to return!
5.0 / 5.0
Easy check in. Great location.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent as usual.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location
4.0 / 5.0
The Shack was as we expected a renovated shack very well equipped with a location right on the water.
Accessibility was easy
Beds and bed linen were clean and comfortable but general cleaning could have been better particularly bathroom floor area but we enjoyed our stay there.
5.0 / 5.0
The Shack was booked for 5 adults.
Great location and was as advertised.
The host was responsive to all communications and made a last minute change a positive one.
All the guests had an enjoyable comfy stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Un interrupted views of the ocean were amazing. Fabulous property
5.0 / 5.0
The Shack provided me with the perfect getaway - from internet, city bustle, stress. The house is beautiful with relaxing decor, every amenity you could need, comfortable beds - and a view that took my breath away when I opened the front door. Looking straight out onto the bay. And that's what I did for four days and nights while I read a book, shucked oysters and cooked some beautiful whiting. The central location means you can walk everywhere. Loved it. Highly recommended.
1.0 / 5.0
Only stayed overnight
4.0 / 5.0
Comfortable house and brilliant deck over the water. Great location with local shops within 200m. Really appreciated it being dog friendly and they loved their Streaky Bay Shack experience- thank you Larissa
5.0 / 5.0
always excellent
5.0 / 5.0
Great … you have to not worry about mice😂
5.0 / 5.0
Great house, spectacular views, central location and made even better by the direct beach access and ability to have our dogs with us
We loved it
5.0 / 5.0
This was the perfect place.Amasing sunrise and sunsets.Clean neat and tidy. Waterfront location.Amenties plus.Host was very contactable and responsive. Easy check in process.Will be booking again without hesitation.
5.0 / 5.0
As soon as you walk through the front door the ocean view takes your breath away. To be able to fish straight from your deck is priceless. The house has everything you need with spaces for the family to have their own areas to relax. Wonderful location to shops and the Jetty. Perfect!!!!
5.0 / 5.0
The house had everything we needed and the location was fabulous. Even better than the photos. Enjoyable for all members of the family and we hope to make it back some day - worth the three-day drive to get there!
4.0 / 5.0
Well … where to start …
The location of the property IS perfect. Right on the water, 5 min walk to the Jetty, 7 min walk to the pub, 10 min walk to town. Once you park your car on the driveway (that can easily hold 4 cars) you’ll never need it for the remainder of your stay.
‘The Shack’ is very basic for all your needs and it is comfortable. It has charm, it could do with a spot of renovation … however, you’d then have to change the name! Rustic is the way here. Beds are comfortable and warm, amenities are all good, hot water is HOT so be careful and there is a fire pit out back which CAN be used even during fire season. Confirmation was given by the owner and everything was safely monitored from start to finish. Common sense is a must when using the pit!
Now, the cons. Mosquitoes & bugs are EVERYWHERE and they get in the house very easily (even with everything shut). It annoyed me to death because I was bitten repeatedly during our stay even though I killed hundreds of them on a daily basis. It doesn’t help that I react badly to each bite … but, I persevered.
‘The Resident Mouse’ - Yep, you read it right. There is a resident field mouse that comes with the property and pops up from time to time. Now, it never bothered us. Nor did it get into our food, spread disease, contaminate utensils or anything stupid like that. We hardly saw it and we let it live out its day to day routine in peace. The owner put down mouse traps so, if you’re freaked out right now, don’t be … all is safe.
Screen doors could do with some more security and better locking features. As much as we wanted air flow through the property at night in the bedrooms it wasn’t always possible. Simply because the screen door (in our bedroom) could be opened from the outside.
On the whole, our stay was well needed and ‘The Shack’ provided. We were warm, comfortable, well rested and relaxed. The fishing was amazing and we were out on the jetty almost every single day. Please consider this place for your next holiday because you will not be disappointed. We certainly were not disappointed and SHALL return as soon as financially possible.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic location & well presented holiday home with plenty of room. Rear decking area a real treat with those beautiful water views. Great value.
5.0 / 5.0
Loved the location, the house is lovely, very comfortable and has an interesting floorplan. Enjoyed sitting in the egg chair on the deck overlooking the tranquil seaside.
5.0 / 5.0
Quaint, relaxing, iconic, unique place to stay in the village hub of StreakyBay. We WILL return to this VERY SPECIAL place.
3.0 / 5.0
Do not stay here if you want a relaxing time
The views are beautiful, it was nice until the next door neighbors intruded by jumping the fence, intoxicated harassing us and our two small children, money was stolen and the neighbors music was loud until 5am. The owner contacted me twice, rudely, once waking me up on my birthday accusing me about our 8 guests staying and how many cars parked in the drive way. Then again about the music complaint when it was actually the other Neighbors music. Accused of 3 dogs when I only had 1 dog and the advertisement states pets are allowed. The forth room is adjoined to another, so little to no privacy for two rooms. Then the owner charged an extra additional $300 for cleaning, with no photographs to prove this, when in fact we left the place clean & tidy, we even washed, dried and folded the towels and put the rubbish and bins out. The weather was the only perfect thing all weekend.
Would not recommend to stay here.
4.0 / 5.0
Brilliant Sea Views and Great Location
In the heart of the town centre and literally right on the water, so relaxing and walking distance to town facilities and jetty.
Bad mouse problem but that couldn't be helped.
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing Tranquil Getaway
Went for a week with my family and 2 well behaved cavoodles. The Shak was a great place for us to relax with all the comforts of home. We all had an amazing time there, we had seafood platter on the veranda in the evening it was a perfect setting looking out on the water. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
5.0 / 5.0
We will be back!
Thanks for such an amazing stay- love the shack so much - we miss the sunsets from the deck- hope to be back soon :)
5.0 / 5.0
Awsome spot to stay, very comfortable
Loved it, will definitely stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
2021 Christmas at The Shack. Best ever Christmas
Please read visitors book in The Shack for our comments.
They really need a new cleaner
5.0 / 5.0
I wish it was closer to Adelaide
We loved this place so much! Lovely comfortable beds, perfect scenery, gorgeous weather, everything you need within walking distance - it was just perfect!
The only downside is how long it takes to get here, otherwise we’d be here every weekend!
Thanks so much for letting us share your fantastic house 👍🏻
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely break
Fabulous location and wonderful to be able to have our fur baby with us.
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous location and weather
Very relaxing and well catered for property
5.0 / 5.0
Loved The Shack
We loved the shack and loved Streaky Bay. It’s in a great location and every afternoon we sat on the beautiful deck enjoying the views and sunset. Loved being able to walk into town.
I can also highly recommend hiring a tinny from Killas if you’re into boating and fishing.
Overall I just can’t fault the shack. It’s not 5star but the way it’s being perfectly setup with everything you need makes for a luxurious holiday. Thank you Larissa.
3.0 / 5.0
Nice but won't stay again
The listing states wheelchair access & no way could you use a wheelchair. Would have been nice to be informed that the gardener was coming in on Wednesday only to be woken up 9am to lawnmower, we were on holiday. To many steps for me to feel 100% save moving around with my limited mobility & needing to use a cane. If able bodied this is would be a great place.
5.0 / 5.0
Ideal location, lots of character!
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the shack, amenities were all very adequate, there is a real sense of privacy despite being so close to everything in town. Would love to stay again sometime soon.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect spot in Streak Bay
Loved our stay at The Shack. Great location, beautiful views, and dog friendly. We'll be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect getaway during mad COVID times
The Shack, was just the perfect place to relax and wind down and the sun room was my wife’s favourite spot as it was perfect place to read or crochet when the weather prevented outdoor activities.
5.0 / 5.0
The Shack
Comfortable, clean accommodation in a great location. Fun and functional decor with plenty of room to spread out. Had everything we needed for our stay in this lovely town. Would love to go back in the summer.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome!
Fabulous accommodation in an exceptional location.
It is probably common knowledge in Streaky that there is no Vodaphone coverage on Eyre Peninsular but I was unaware. It would be a small thing to include in the area description that could assist future travellers.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent location.
Everything you need. I'll be back in 2 months.
5.0 / 5.0
The Shack just great.
Great property, great outlook, great position. A very comfortable property with everything you could need. Outdoor area overlooking the water was also great. A bonus was its very dog friendly.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Streaky Bay?
The average price for a rental in Streaky Bay is $155 per night. This rental is $71 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Shack - Absolute waterfront. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Shack - Absolute waterfront pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Shack - Absolute waterfront?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, parking, and laundry.
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