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Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching

Beach vacation home with kitchen in Middleton

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On the beach
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
TV, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62691 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Middleton, South Australia
  • Place, Middleton Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Elliot Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Boomer Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Middleton

On the beach.You'll find Surfers Beach and Middleton Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Middleton vacation home. Basham Beach and Tokuremoar Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Middleton Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Port Elliot Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Knights Beach - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Boomer Beach - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Horseshoe Bay - 11 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Goolwa Station - 10 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Elliot Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffé de Carlo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thai Days - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Original Goolwa Bakery - ‬7 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.

Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching

Summary:
Tranquil Sea Views Overlooking Middleton Beach
Wake up to sweeping coastal vistas stretching from The Bluff to the Murray Mouth and Coorong. Watch majestic whales glide past right from your doorstep during the season.
One well-behaved, non-shedding or outdoor dog may be welcome with prior approval

The Space:
Quality beachfront holiday home with 1.5 bathrooms including corner spa for a chance to completely unwind. Open plan kitchen, meals and living- all with sea views. RC AC split. Large balcony and huge fully fenced backyard. Single carport with access through to the rear of the property- Perfect for the boat or trailer. Close proximity to the bike track extending from Victor Harbor through to Goolwa. Walk to Main Street to Pipis cafe, the bakery or the Middleton Tavern.

If you’re planning a visit to Middleton and want the best chance of seeing whales, aim for June to September (or perhaps up to October) for prime sightings. Early May to early June may also have you in time, though slightly less predictably.

Bed linen and bathroom towels are included. Please bring your own beach towels.
Nespresso coffee machine and pods included.
Strictly no smoking at the property, inside or outside. Please don’t book this house if you are a smoker or anyone in your group smokes.
Strictly no parties.
One well behaved dog is welcome. There is a $75 pet fee payable for thr privilege of bringing your fur baby with you.
Dog must have own bed and not be allowed on furniture or in bedrooms. Please advise us if you wish to bring your dog. Non shedding preferred.
Sorry, This house is NOT suitable for young children under the age of 12
The bed configuration includes 2 x bedrooms with Queen beds and 1x King bedroom
Must be 25 years of age to book.
*Please note: A 25% deposit is required upon booking confirmation, with the remaining balance due 7 days before your stay. Additionally, a pre-check-in form must be completed before arrival, which includes submitting a valid ID, a selfie, and agreeing to our terms and conditions.
Pricing reflects standard occupancy and associated household use. Accurate guest numbers must be confirmed prior to arrival to ensure the home is prepared and serviced accordingly.

Guest Access:
All spaces in the main house are available except for the garage. There is a shed out the back though that is available should you wish to store bikes and surfboards.

Interaction with Guests:
The house is all yours but we aren’t far away so if you need anything we are only a few minutes away and can attend if needed.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: Sorry, stairs with no stair gate and no high ch...

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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 accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Esplanade Escape Free Wifi
Esplanade Escape beachfrontfree Wifi
Esplanade Escape beachfront+ Free Wifi
Esplanade Escape Beachfront✔️Free Wifi✔️
Esplanade Escape | Absolute Beachfront | WIFI-NBN Middleton
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching to the airport?

This vacation home is 54.6 mi (82-min drive) away from the Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching to the beach?

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

Does Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching to downtown Middleton?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Middleton.

Reviews

Esplanade Escape - Beachfront, Whale Watching Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family break

We had a one week family holiday and everything about this property was ideal. The layout of the property was perfect allowing us all to be together and having enough room for a little privacy when needed. We rebooked two days later.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale M., Scottsdale

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend away

Great location and wonderful accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just the best view

We watched whales go past, amazing lightening shows and the beach was just across the road. Perfect accommodation for us, we’ll definitely be back ❤️
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean waves

A beautiful outlook, so close to the beach. Our boy enjoyed beach walks every morning. Host was prompt to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation

Excellent place to wind down and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely recommended

We had a wonderful stay. Excellent location and a beautiful view / spot to wind down. The house was excellent and had everything we needed! We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damien O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, view and company.

Can’t fault the house, location and communication with the property manager…cheers for a great time👍
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Highly recommend this house clean comfortable beds and a great view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Esplanade Escape. Property was clean and in a perfect location across the road from the beach. Communication from owners was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ivan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Excellent property close to surf beach. Nice clean facilities very comfortable and well appointed. Close to shopping and virtually on the cycle path. Met all our needs will stay again. Ivan
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

haehnle s.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Dunetastic Escape

Wonderful property, we enjoyed our time very much. Everything was very easy, was a wonderful escape
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surfing weekend away

We simply loved the property, it’s location was fabulous and the whole weekend was flawless.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular views from every window 5 stars for location, I could see the kids boogie boarding from the comfy lounge on the front terrace
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021