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The River Block

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Bookpurnong with free parking

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At The River Block, you can look forward to a firepit, laundry facilities, and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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House

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
3 bedrooms
Detached private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 14 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Bookpurnong is home to The River Block. A Special Place for Jimmy James and The Pines, Historic House and Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at 919 Wines and Renmark Country Club. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Bookpurnong travel guide
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Map
184 Nitschke Rd, Bookpurnong, SA, 5333

What's nearby

  • Murray River National Park
    4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • A Special Place for Jimmy James
    9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • River Lands Gallery
    9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Martin Bend Reserve
    10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Berri Visitor Information Centre
    10 min drive - 9.7 km

Restaurants

  • River Jacks Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Berri Bakehouse
    9 min drive
  • Big River Tavern
    11 min drive
  • Berri Hotel
    8 min drive
  • Golden Elephant Indian Restaurant
    8 min drive

About this property

The River Block

Property highlights
Consider a stay at The River Block and take advantage of a firepit, laundry facilities, and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and barbecue grills
  • Wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms at The River Block include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Roll-in shower (43 inches wide)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The River Block Bookpurnong
The River Block Bed & breakfast
The River Block Bed & breakfast Bookpurnong

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Block pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The River Block?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The River Block?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The River Block located?

Situated in Bookpurnong, this bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of A Special Place for Jimmy James, River Lands Gallery, and Martin Bend Reserve. Berri Visitor Information Centre and 919 Wines are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The River Block Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raeleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, lovely place, beautiful views, clean and well presented
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026