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Clearwater Haven

Beach vacation home with kitchen in Nepean Bay

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator.
A room with a purple wall, a framed artwork of birds, and a potted plant near a window.
A beach with a tree in the foreground and a calm sea in the background.
A natural landscape with a dirt path, dense trees, and grassy areas.
A dirt path leading to a sign that reads 'CLEARWATER HAVEN'.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Nepean Bay, SA
  • Place, Prospect Hill
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Exceptional Kangaroo Island
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Kingscote Tidal Pool
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nepean Bay

On the beach.At this Nepean Bay vacation home, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Beyeria Conservation Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Emu Ridge Farm Eucalyptus Distillery. Exceptional Kangaroo Island and Clifford's Honey Farm are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Prospect Hill - 27 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Exceptional Kangaroo Island - 27 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Kangaroo Island Spirits - 29 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 31 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Kingscote Tidal Pool - 34 min drive - 19.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amadio - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bella Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Kangaroo Island - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Tirage - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Chocol' Art & Coffee - ‬25 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.

Clearwater Haven

Get away from it all at Clearwater Haven, a modern, fully self-contained holiday house set on 107 acres on Kangaroo Island.

With 30 acres of native bushland, mature gum trees and abundant wildlife, there's plenty of space to slow down and enjoy the outdoors. The house feels wonderfully secluded, with glimpses of Nepean Bay from the large entertainment deck and direct access to a secluded 7km sandy beach just 200 metres away via a track through the property.

Kangaroos and wallabies often graze nearby, while echidnas and native birdlife are occasional visitors. The combination of open countryside, native bushland and nearby coastline makes Clearwater Haven a peaceful base for families, friends, couples and nature lovers.

The house

Built in 2011, Clearwater Haven is a light-filled, open-plan home comfortably sleeping up to 6 adults and 2 infants.

Sleeping arrangements include:

2 queen beds



2 single beds



2 cots



The house is well suited to a large family, two small families or a group of friends.

Luxury Sheridan linen, bath towels and beach towels are provided. All bedrooms have blackout blinds and curtains for peaceful country sleeps. Cot linen is available on request.

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a full oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, crockery and cooking essentials. Complimentary tea, coffee and milk are provided.

A washing machine, laundry and dishwashing detergents, hand and body soap and other everyday essentials are also provided, making the house well suited to longer stays.

The split bathroom has a shower, full-sized bath, toilet and vanity in separate spaces, which is particularly practical for families and groups.

Direct beach access

A track through native vegetation leads approximately 200 metres from the house to a beautiful sandy beach on Nepean Bay.

This is a particularly quiet and secluded stretch of coastline, and you are likely to see few if any other people during your stay.

The calm waters are suitable for swimming year-round, kayaking, fishing and boating, while the long stretch of sand is perfect for walking and exploring.

At low tide, warm shallow pools form along parts of the beach and can be especially enjoyable for younger children.

Bring a fishing rod and try your luck from the beach, or bring a small boat. A Council-maintained boat launch is approximately 1km from the property.

Families

Clearwater Haven has been thoughtfully equipped for families, with:

2 cots



Highchair



2 types of baby baths



Children's dishes and cutlery



Nightlight



Non-slip bath mat



Children's books, toys and DVDs



Blackout blinds, a washing machine and the practical split bathroom make the house particularly comfortable for family holidays.

There's plenty of space for children to explore, from the 107-acre property and native bushland to the beach just 200 metres from the house.

Wildlife, bush & nature

The property is a wonderful base for wildlife lovers, photographers and anyone who enjoys being outdoors.

Explore the 107 acres on foot, with native grass trees, mature gums, open countryside and natural bushland to discover.

Kangaroos and wallabies are frequent visitors, particularly around the open areas and tree line. Echidnas and abundant native birdlife can also be seen.

Early morning and late afternoon are particularly beautiful times to enjoy the property, when wildlife is often active and the changing light brings the landscape to life.

Relax and enjoy the deck

Not every day needs an itinerary.

The large entertainment deck is a natural gathering place for long lunches, morning coffee and sunset drinks. Fire up the barbecue for dinner or cook the day's catch while enjoying the surrounding bush and wildlife.

After sunset, connect your favourite tunes to the Bluetooth stereo or cast your own movies to the smart TV.

Inside, you'll also find books, board games and movies, as well as a comfortable writing desk with a fully adjustable chair.

For a true island experience, pick up a bottle from one of Kangaroo Island's local wineries and settle in for the evening.

Explore Kangaroo Island — or stay put

Clearwater Haven makes a peaceful base for exploring Kangaroo Island's natural attractions, including Remarkable Rocks and Seal Bay.

Approximate driving times:

Kingscote — 20 minutes



American River — 15 minutes



Penneshaw ferry — 45 minutes



After a day exploring the island, return to your own 107 acres and the quiet of the property.

Or stay home for the day — explore the bush, walk to the beach, watch the wildlife and enjoy the deck.

Off-grid and eco-friendly

Clearwater Haven is an eco-friendly, off-grid home powered by ample solar power with rainwater supply.

Mobile network coverage is available in and around the house, although Vodafone coverage on Kangaroo Island is limited.

Access to the property includes an unsealed road, but a standard car is suitable for island travel.

Guest access

Guests have exclusive use of Clearwater Haven and access to the full 107-acre property, including the track leading from the house to the beach.

The beach is approximately 200 metres from the house, across your own property.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must advise before booking

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: Must advise before booking
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Note from host: Must advise before booking For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Clearwater Haven Secluded Beach Native Bush House Nepean Bay
Clearwater Haven Secluded Beach Native Bush House
Clearwater Haven Secluded Beach Native Bush Nepean Bay
Clearwater Haven Seclud Nativ
Secluded Beach Native Bush clearwater Haven
Secluded Beach Native Bush clearwater Haven 3BR inc Linen Towels
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Clearwater Haven to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.6 mi (41-min drive) away from the Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Clearwater Haven have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Clearwater Haven to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Clearwater Haven offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Clearwater Haven?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Clearwater Haven?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Clearwater Haven?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Clearwater Haven have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Clearwater Haven have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Clearwater Haven to downtown Nepean Bay?

This vacation home is 4.4 mi away from Nepean Bay.

Clearwater Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a lovely quiet area. The beach was beautiful and peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded and peaceful. Ori our host was very resourceful and offered lots of great recommendations for our time on the island. The place was quiet, clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location near beach
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lovely property, clean and it had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Clearwater Haven was a very nice and comfortable house for 4 people. Quiet location with amazing beach nearby
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice family holiday

Clearwater Haven is fantastic if you are looking for a secluded setting with a safe private beach nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice property. Love the area and wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for our wonderful stay! The cottage is beautiful and very well equipped. It stayed cool inside despite extreme temperatures outside and we all slept very well. Wildlife all around, beautiful to watch the wallabies cross the garden. And the beach, which we had mostly for ourselves, is just stunning! We will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat at Clear Haven

Very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet

Very nice place and lots of wildlife. The beach is a short walk and had it all to are self for most of our swims.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Joy is having the beach at the end of your driveway and local oysters a short drive away!

Our family had a wonderful time here, not just enjoying the island but all Clearwater had to offer, a beach you can walk to, a deck for star gazing & bushy surrounds you can explore. Thank you for a wonderful stay- we hope to be back again some day :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous accommodations

Clearwater Haven was an ideal choice for us for our family vacation on Kangaroo Island!It was in a perfect quiet location short walk from the beach. All amenities were provided to make our stay more pleasant. Small extras- towel racks in all rooms, super plush beach towels and large BBQ were really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay

Great house in a bush setting. We enjoyed being a short drive away from Kingscote but still feeling like we were immersed in nature. Quick stroll from a beautiful beach. House was well set up to cook meals and relax in after exploring the island. Thanks for a great stay Ori!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Peaceful location

If you want peace & serenity this is the place with a short walk to the secluded beach. Home well equipped for our stay. Kangaroos & wallabies visited of an evening and lots of finches & wrens.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect start to our KI experience!

What a gem of a property! Great location being adjacent to the bay and with no one else in sight! Perfect base to explore that end of the island.Clean and tidy with a comfy bed and hot showers. Kitchen and house has everything we needed to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could have short metal tongs for bbq instead of p,attic ends which could melt. It would be extremely helpful if a rail was outside the main front steps for elderly or disabled people.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sheridan

Lovely clean house. Easy beach access
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Our family had an amazing stay at Clearwater Haven. The property was clean and well equipped, and the location is spectacular! Just a short walk to a beautiful clear beach perfect for kids. The short nature walk within the property was also very enjoyable. Communication with Ori was great, and her tips for things to do was very helpful and informative.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice peaceful place

Enjoyed our second stay at this house, nice and secluded but also a good position to see the sights on the island. Having the toilet, bath/shower, and sink separate makes it easy to share the one restroom between four adults. We saw kangaroos, turkeys, a wallaby, and a monitor lizard from the front porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Gem of KI

If you like wildlife away from the maddening crowd about 40 minutes from Penneshaw, this is the place.A few minutes walk to Nepean Bay and you have the place all to yourself. The host was impeccable. Yes, all the main attractions are a must see but don’t forget Cape Borda Lighthouse. Well worth a look, particularly it’s history.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clearwater Haven

The property was amazing. We had days of unprecedented rain and gale force winds and we were warm, comfortable and dry. We ventured out when we could but loved returning to such a beautiful property. We had visits from beautiful blue wrens potoroos, tamar wallabies, kangaroos and birdlife galore.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Great location. No wifi. Kamikaze crows woke us up every morning at 0610 smashing into the windows…
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Paradise

Property was lovely, well equipped with all that one requires, beach on doorstep. It was very peaceful, no traffic noise and so forth. Beach pristine. Travelling to see other places on the island we found (being in a sedan car) was tiring (on the gravel roads to and from the property). Yes one is in the centre so to speak and could visit one day to the left and next to right.KI has amazing places to see. All in all we had a great time. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful holiday home and in every way as described. Ori sent through an information pack beforehand which contained everything we needed. Easy to check in and out with the keys in a lock box. The house is beautifully secluded and a short stroll from a stunning beach. There were plenty of books and toys to entertain our 20-month-old. We spotted a goanna, many birds and kangaroos on the property. At night it was completely dark and silent - fantastic.Kitchen was fully equipped (only a pair of scissors was missing) and there is a good collection of board games and dvds.The only suggestion we would have is perhaps install a “children playing” sign along the driveway; it is a shared driveway with a property out the back and we noticed three different cars during our stay, one of which tore through at a fairly high speed. Overall a wonderful stay, we hope to come again sometime in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most blissful, fuel recharging stay at Clearwater Haven! Travelling with two young cherubs (aged 2 and 4), we found the house perfectly set up for families — clean, spacious and thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed. From kid friendly kitchen / dining & bathroom supplies through to the bedroom (our girls adored the sweet touch of the soft toys left on their beds for them to borrow & cuddle each night). All the house amenities and rooms were exactly as listed and described online. LOVED the very short walk to what felt like a private beach and the abundance of wildlife right on our doorstep. We honestly didn’t switch on the TV once during our 3-day stay as "nature & star" TV was just too good!!Ori was a wonderful host and provided some of the clearest and most helpful information and manuals we’ve seen. The location felt peaceful and remote without being inconvenient — just 20 minutes to Kingscote and around 30 minutes to Penneshaw, which was so manageable with young kids.Seriously didn’t want to leave and would happily stay again. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025