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Flour Cask Bay Retreat

3.0 star property
Tranquil ocean views surround this peaceful retreat where lush gardens meet comfortable living spaces - a perfect balance of natural beauty and homey comfort

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Flour Cask Bay Retreat offers a genuine escape with its peaceful garden and inviting terrace. Travelers stay connected with free in-room WiFi while enjoying on-site barbecue grills. The helpful staff provides tour and ticket assistance for exploring the surrounding area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Self Contained Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Self Contained Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Haines, Flour Cask Bay Retreat is in a rural area and near the beach. Prospect Hill and Spring Road Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Exceptional Kangaroo Island and Penneshaw Maritime & Folk Museum. Kingscote Tidal Pool and Island Beehive are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours. Visit our Haines travel guide
Map
383B Old Salt Lake Rd, Haines, SA, 5221

What's nearby

  • Kangaroo Island
    Prospect Hill
    16 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal
    Sealink Ferry Terminal
    34 min drive - 45.3 km
  • The Oyster Farm Shop
    20 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Buick Point
    20 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Kangaroo Island Spirits
    28 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • KI Tru Thai
    8 min drive

About this property

Flour Cask Bay Retreat

Hotel by the ocean
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Flour Cask Bay Retreat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Flour Cask Bay Retreat offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Piano

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Flour Cask Bay Retreat
Flour Cask Bay Retreat Haines
Flour Cask Bay Retreat Hotel
Flour Cask Bay Retreat Hotel Haines
Flour Cask Bay Retreat Hotel
Flour Cask Bay Retreat Haines
Flour Cask Bay Retreat Hotel Haines

Frequently asked questions

Is Flour Cask Bay Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Flour Cask Bay Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Flour Cask Bay Retreat?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Flour Cask Bay Retreat located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Prospect Hill, Buick Point, and The Oyster Farm Shop. Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park and Beyeria Conservation Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Flour Cask Bay Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

John was an excellent host and the feeding of kangaroos and iguana was an absolut highlight for us.The house is a little remote (9 km from main street) but it is an incredible experience to be that cöose wirh the animals! We‘ve loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is secluded and appears a little remote but is good as it is half way between Penneshaw and Kingscote. We saw more kangaroos on the driveway to the retreat than on the rest of KI. The host lives on the property and is friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our 4 day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect if you want to be away from everything. Its secluded and relaxing - with great views and plenty of wildlife about. Its completely off grid with solar electricity and water from tanks. The room has everything you need for a short or even and extended stay. Plenty of cooking equipment, a full sized fridge with freezer and tea and coffe with a kettle and microwave. We really enjoyed our 5 days here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming host, room extremely clean and well equipped. Beautiful property with abundant wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Remote and clean

The driveway up to the accommodation was very rough and 2km's long. Wouldn't want to do that in anything smaller than a SUV/4WD. Accommodation was very clean and tidy, has everything you need for a self catering stay. It's a long way from everything, so take supplies with you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome from the host John. Clean room with all the necessities for our comfort. Very quiet retreat which was ideal for our getaway. We got in close contact with nature as we observed lots of kangaroos feeding and drinking water right in front of our room. We were lucky to see a koala in one of the trees in the backyard 😀. We were well looked after by John who gave us some tips on sightseeing the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. So quiet and serene. And John the host can show you the beautiful seaside views nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem off the beaten track

Wonderful stay at Flour Cask Bay! Began with a warm welcome from the proprietor, John, showing me all the amenities. The suite was well equipped: I had everything I needed to BBQ some local produce on the patio and unwind after exploring the island during the day. The service was outstanding; he even followed up and mailed me some personal items I had left behind! But be prepared, as it is a couple kms off the main route down a rough, gravel road, but well worth the drive for the peace and quiet.
See the local fauna right from the patio!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked our bright, light,airy and clean unit. There were nice touches, like binoculars to use, bird books to read, etc.We were looked after and felt very comfortable there.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good scenery, will see lots of wildlife. Very modern and clean ammenities. However all information listed on website and other sites states is a husband & wife run accommodation- is only a man. Driveway is shocking for an accommodation venue (all other homes on road are cared for and maintained, so could be rectified) and suitable for 4WD/SUV only.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little retreat in very quiet and peaceful surroundings with nice view of countryside. All basic amenities you need, no oven tho. John was a great host, friendly and very helpful, even told us that he throws in an extra night free if you get stuck on island due to weather and ferry can't sail. Loved seeing kangaroos hoping around outside. 4wd vehicle best for roads!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely retreat!

We had an incredibly relaxing 3 night stay here and wished we could have stayed longer. Plenty of wildlife, especially birds (we spent HOURS watching them in the garden) echidnas and more roos than you can handle! John was a fabulous host, and facilities were immaculate. A home away from home 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Prachtige accomodatie midden in de wildernis.

Het beste vakantieverblijf van onze hele reis tot nu toe (5 weken). Midden in de vrije natuur, elke dag kangoeroes voor de deur en toch een mooi en comfortabel huis. De eigenaar is zeer gastvrij en behulpzaam. Bakte zelfs een brood voor ons toen we aankwamen. Want in de wijde omtrek is niets te koop. Als je het echte Kangaroo Island wil zien, zoek dan niet verder want beter vind je niet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quiet location to relax around kangaroos and birds
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Equipped Kitchen!

Don't be put off by the rocky road ...after 2 km you will reach a birding paradise. John, the owner has a few bird baths and wonderful garden with 3 hanging bird feeders and a water station for the Kangaroos. We loved using Johns place as our base around the island. We stayed a week and had everything we needed to cook during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Juergen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super

we enjoyed the sound of silence
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay on Kangaroo Island

Where to begin. Thanks - Thanks to John and Karon for being the most amazing hosts you could ask for when travelling. My partner and I visited Kangaroo Island in January and booked around end of November. We were quite fortunate to find this accommodation, as something like 80% of Kangaroo Island had been booked. How lucky we were! You drive up a very bumpy road to wide open fields (don't be worried when you are driving up the road - you will make it!). We were given a nice run down of things to do on the island, places we could eat at and closest town(s) to visit. The beds are extremely comfy and the self contained unit is cosy and good free WIFI for such a remote area. A nice breeze usually comes through and cools the house down on those hot days! In the evening, we were always visited by some Kangaroos, drinking from a strategically placed water bowl by John. We were also very fortunate to see an Echidna and Koala around the property (as well as hundreds of Kangaroos). On the last night, John so kindly showed us the most beautiful sunset and a perfect way to wrap up a holiday. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice, quiet, peaceful location

Friendly hosts, John and Karen. You can learn a lot about the area and places to go from John. We even got the chance to feed a couple of wild goannas ourselves, as they regularly visit the building and John feeds them.

10/10 Excellent

Solo traveller, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Delightful Retreat

Lovely place with an opportunity to encounter lots of wild kangaroos in your backyard (literally). Recommended for those looking for a peaceful retreat away from the maddening crowd, amidst flora and fauna, yet close enough to the towns of Penneshaw, American River and Kingscote.

10/10 Excellent

karo&paul, germany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Unterkunft in wunderschöner Lage

Die Unterkunft befindet sich mitten in der Wildnis von Kangaroo Island! Das Zimmer mit Blick auf den wunderschön angelegten Garten und kleiner Terrasse waren top! Die EigentĂŒmer waren sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich und haben uns gute Tips fĂŒr die Insel gegeben. Am Abend konnte man auf dem riesen GrundstĂŒck die wilde Tierwelt Australiens beobachten (hauptsĂ€chlich Wallabies). Immer wieder gern! Tip: besser einen GelĂ€ndewagen fĂŒr die Insel buchen. Unser kleines Mietauto hat uns öfter leid getan (vor allem die Zufahrt zur Unterkunft ist sehr steinig - schotterweg).

10/10 Excellent

DAA55, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to enjoy KI

Perfect location to enjoy most of what Kangaroo Island has to offer. Remote, peaceful but very well equipped and with plenty of local kangaroos for company as the sun goes down. Excellent hospitality and very helpful guidance on KI generally. Great find!

10/10 Excellent

Marina, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Serenity

We found the hosts very helpful and friendly. We loved how serene it was and the native wildlife. Simply decorated and spotlessly clean, we felt like the first people to ever stay there.

10/10 Excellent

U

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wohnen mitten in der Natur

Insbesondere abends sieht man sehr viele Tiere (insbesondere KĂ€ngeruhs) in unmittelbarer NĂ€he des Appartments.

10/10 Excellent

Elliot, Ferny Grove Queensland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kangaroos and Wildlife at the Back Door

Might be a bit off the beaten track, but it is quiet, Kangaroos to see morning and evening and sometimes during the day. Lots of birds and nice and quiet. Great hosts and a perfect place to base your explorations of KI.