Camping Near Stenhouse Bay, SA, AU: 12 Best Campgrounds 2025

Sweeping ocean views await at Stenhouse Bay, the southernmost town of the Yorke Peninsula, whether you take a sunset stroll along the historic jetty or hike along the rugged coastal trails. This is the gateway to the peninsula’s headline act—the wild and wildlife-filled Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park—and there are plenty of ways to explore. Stop by Little Emu Beach, where you might spot wild emus wandering along the shore, hike along the Thomson Pfitzner Plaster Trail, which follows the old railway line to the ghost town of Inneston, then enjoy surfing, scuba diving, and fishing along the coast. Stenhouse Bay is home to one of the most popular national park campgrounds, with space for caravans, campervans, and tents. Alternatively, snag a spot at one of the six other campgrounds, rent out a heritage cottage, or book a spot at one of the park’s lodges.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Sweeping ocean views await at Stenhouse Bay, the southernmost town of the Yorke Peninsula, whether you take a sunset stroll along the historic jetty or hike along the rugged coastal trails. This is the gateway to the peninsula’s headline act—the wild and wildlife-filled Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park—and there are plenty of ways to explore. Stop by Little Emu Beach, where you might spot wild emus wandering along the shore, hike along the Thomson Pfitzner Plaster Trail, which follows the old railway line to the ghost town of Inneston, then enjoy surfing, scuba diving, and fishing along the coast. Stenhouse Bay is home to one of the most popular national park campgrounds, with space for caravans, campervans, and tents. Alternatively, snag a spot at one of the six other campgrounds, rent out a heritage cottage, or book a spot at one of the park’s lodges.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Marion Bay Bush Camping

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0.8km from Stenhouse Bay · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Marion Bay, SA

200 Acre property previously used for grain and livestock. Wildlife includes kangaroos, emus, wide variety of bird and geese, many of which you can see on our facebook page. All the campsites have been developed from naturally occurring breaks in the scrub making the environment of campers naturally appealing and less damaging. You can enjoy the convenience of being one minute away from the town centre, general store and tavern. By camping here, you can expect a premium level of privacy separation between sites with your experience coming before profit maximising in our eyes. We have sites to fit all sizes with our largest and most separated being site 7. Overall we aim to offer the most authentic camping experience for all. Firewood collection is prohibited. Land owner may do camp site inspection at anytime. Land owner has the rights to evict if you are not following our rules. On requesting a site you will be asked to read the conditions and provide some details including vehicle registration and full names. This is seperate to Hipcamp and requested by the property owners on each booking.

2. KI Caravan Park, Kingscote

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75km from Stenhouse Bay · 41 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Brownlow Ki, SA

KI Caravan Park, Kingscote offers a family- and pet-friendly, beachside stay in a peaceful natural setting. With a mix of cabins, cottages, studios, and both powered and unpowered sites, there are plenty of options to suit your needs. Our studios and cabins accommodate between one and seven guests and are just a short walk from the beach. Perfectly located on Kangaroo Island, the park provides easy access to all the island’s attractions and is only 3 km from downtown Kingscote, the largest town on the island. This is the perfect park if you love peace and quiet, wildlife, and nature. Spot koalas, wallabies, and some of the island’s most beautiful birdlife right from the property. A highlight of the park is the camp kitchen, a welcoming gathering space with plenty of tables and chairs, two barbecues, a full-size stove and oven, fridge/freezer, and a dedicated fish/bait freezer. Whether you’re here for adventure, relaxation, or both, a wonderful experience awaits you at this beautiful caravan park in one of the world’s most amazing destinations!

3. Reefs Ocean Retreat

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1.3km from Stenhouse Bay · 23 sites · RVs · Marion Bay, SA

Our property of 16 acres of natural scrub offers walking access to the beach along a 100-metre sandy path. YOU MUST BE SELF CONTAINED TO STAY 😉 Located only 1 km from the township of Marion Bay, it is an easy stroll via the beach or road to the local jetty, Tavern, shop, playground, and community centre. The amazing Dhilba-Guuranda National Park is only 6 km away, providing many choices of great beaches - well known for surfing, fishing, swimming, and hiking trails. Pets are welcome ... but we do ask that they be kept on a lead and not left unsupervised whilst on the property. Clean up after your dogs, so no-one has to step in their poop!! The walk-on beach is dog friendly. Self contained campers only please. Bring everything you need and take it all with you on departure.

4. Rose Cottage Caravan Rest

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59km from Stenhouse Bay · 4 sites · RVs · Menzies, SA

Being on a farm surrounded by nature, with beautiful sunsets, rolling hills, and bushland is incredibly peaceful and rejuvenating. And having the amazing beach of Emu Bay just 10 minutes away adds even more to the charm of the location. It is a perfect blend of tranquility and natural beauty. Boer Goats and Australian White Sheep are the livestock we farm. At various times of the year we have baby goats and lambs, they are so adorable. There is also the opportunity to explore your creativity! Book a spot for the Charcoal and Chocolate workshops that we run at our art studio. Don't forget to check out the fine art prints, pottery and other unique items on display at the studio. It is sure to be a great experience! We welcome you to our farm to relax and enjoy.

5. Emu Bay Hideaway, Kangaroo Island

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65km from Stenhouse Bay · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Emu Bay, SA

Welcome to your dream destination!! We have two different locations available in Kangaroo Island with some options of sites in each. FIRST LOCATION: EMU BAY HIDEAWAY-30 hectares of peace, mainly vegetated with Kangaroo Island Narrow-leaved Mallee (Eucalyptus cneorifolia, a nationally-protected ecological community). Kangaroos and wallabies are in abundance. It has a wonderful feeling of remoteness and seclusion yet is so close to iconic Emu Bay. Those with 4WD may choose sites overlooking Shoal Bay towards Kingscote. Alternatively, you may set up camp anywhere on the property. There is even one under-cover position with a concrete floor for those concerned about the weather. There are no amenities so guests need to be 100% self-sufficient (including BYO drinking water and toilet) and leave no trace. It is a wild block and only five minutes from the iconic Emu Bay, where the white sandy beach runs for 4kms, most of which is backed by 10 to 20-meter-high dunes. It is one of the best beaches on the island with crystal-clear water. SECOND LOCATION: Farm Stay about 15 km from Emu Bay and 20km from the main town of Kingscote. This is an operating small sheep farm of over 100ha. For security reasons the exact location is not advertised, but will be disclosed upon arrival on Kangaroo Island. There are several beautiful sites. This location is fairly central to most KI visitor attractions. It is a secure place to set up camp and have peace of mind that your belongings will be safe while you are away from the site. The host takes care to situate sites to give campers the feeling of exclusiveness. NOTES; Check with me before lighting a campfire - this depends on the season and risk. Dogs are permitted if well controlled (register visiting dogs with local council). IMPORTANT: As I have very limited access to the Internet, It is preferred that if you have questions, you can text or call me, Rosalie, on 0490485123. Please note - all bookings MUST still go through the Hipcamp system, no exceptions. Kangaroo Island is serviced by regular ferry - check SeaLink for details. As the service requires advance bookings, please secure your passage to the island before booking your site. Thank you.

6. Kangaroo Island Jump Off Road

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61km from Stenhouse Bay · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Inneston, SA

Edenvale Pastorals was originally established as a solider settlers farm, and later was purchased by the Wilmott family in 2001 and converted to regenerative cell grazing cattle farm. The farm was leased for a few years, up until the recent 2019-2020 bush fires. Since the bush fires our family has decided to move back onto the farm and start the rebuild. We will be continuing with the sustainable farming practices and want to give people the opportunity to stay and enjoy the west end. No need to bring your own tent, stay with up to three people in a suspended tent! We can also provide bedding. Should you have a group larger than three, where some people can bring their own gear, we have space for them too. We have a hot outdoor shower, and compost toilet. Pets are also welcome, however must not be in the tent, and must not harass the wildlife. The suspended tent sleeps 3 people maximum. If you have any additional people who bring their own camping gear they are welcome to book our other listing 'Jump Off Road Camp (own gear).' The surrounding paddocks are home to our cattle that pass through occasionally, and during the afternoons you have the opportunity to observe the abundant wild life that come to life, as well as a healthy bird life among the trees. On your stay you have the choice of enjoying the walks and hikes through out the De'mole river and Cape Torrens that are at your door step, go sightseeing in the national park, the De Tong Ling Stupa, Billy Goat water falls or even Western River Cove or just relax and enjoy the serenity of your suspended tree tent experience.Either way, we hope you enjoy what the west end has to offer. Flinders Chase National Park is 40km via bitumen road or 27 km via Shackle road. Keep up to date with road closures through Flinders Chase national park website. Cape Borda Light house is 23km from our farm, there are several hikes in that area such as the Ravine Des Casoars and Harveys return. Keep tabs on their website as the park is closed, however still accessible by foot from the gate. De Tong Ling Stupa is 20km from our farm and is open to the public to visit. Billy Goat waterfalls generally has water flowing through mid winter, but regardless is a beautiful easy hike that comes alive with fungus and orchids early winter and during spring. Be mindful we are 45 minutes from the closest fuel station, at Parndana, and most places close early so it would be wise to be well prepared before getting here. 15km of the road is dirt, just take it easy if you're in a 2wd, and be aware of eagles, kangaroos and wallabies. Please get in touch if you have any questions. We look forward to having you!

7. Meanfeat Downs

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68km from Stenhouse Bay · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Bay Of Shoals, SA

A beautiful location 12 km from Kingscote and a shot drive from Kangaroo island brewery. 300m from the bay off shoals and around the corner from Emu bay Boxing bay and Turners Drive looking over Kingscote Harbour. The property abundant with wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidna and passing koalas. The bird life is spectacular and never ending. You can choose your spot to nestle in to overlooking the bay, Wisagna hills or the range behind Emu bay.

8. Marron Bush Escape

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57km from Stenhouse Bay · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Western River, SA

Welcome to Marron Bush Escape, located in Gosse, in the Western River area (western end, near Flinders Chase National Park) of beautiful Kangaroo Island! This is a beautiful, remote, rural 250 acre private property, it is home to a number of sheep, features dams that have Marron and boasts the best that nature has to offer. Rest assured, you will not see any neighbours on this property; just picturesque landscapes everywhere you look! It is approximately a 1.5 hour drive from Penneshaw, where you get off the ferry. We offer powered and unpowered camp sites, as well as a bush, cabin. Camp fires (small) are allowed when fire restrictions allow. There is a fire pit that can be used when there is no fire ban, with barbecue plate and camp ovens for old-style bush cooking or cooking up your fresh organic Kangaroo Island Marron. There is a drop toilet at the back and external lights and an external kitchen sink with hot and cold water. There is one drop dunny and limited rain water (you are welcome to bring your own drinking water if you need extra). For your convenience, there are recycling and rubbish bins at corner of Snug and Colman’s Rd for all waste disposal. On half of our property we have sheep and lambs in the paddocks. Bring your camera, and you just might be lucky enough to see little lambs playing and even being born. We may also be shearing and invite you to see how this is done. The other half of the property is untouched natural scrub with grass and trees 12 foot tall. There are koalas, eagles, kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and lots of other native animals and a creek with small waterfalls. In winter time the ground can be boggy, so a 4WD is desirable and will allow you to explore further. From the cabin, make your way down past the dams and go through the shiny gate at the bottom of the hill (please close the gate behind you). Here, you'll discover 125 acres of untouched Kangaroo Island wilderness with walking trails to explore. Keep an eye out for koalas, kangaroos, wedge-tail eagles, wallabies, large grass trees etc We also have two small lakes that you can have a picnic by or drop some Marron nets in for a fresh feed. There are weighing scales provided at the shed so you can pay for them. This is on an honesty system- so please do the right thing, as we have already been burnt from the fires. You must contact me if you wish to fish for marron prior to catching any. There are no shops or restaurants close by (stock up before arriving!) and you will need to travel down dirt roads but you will really have the opportunity to get off the grid, get back to nature and make memories in the stunning, untouched, Kangaroo Island wilderness! Local attractions include: Kelly Hill Caves Flinders Chase National Park Stokes Bay Cape Borda Lighthouse Middle River Western River

9. Camp Cygnet

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68km from Stenhouse Bay · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Menzies, SA

You will be staying in a central location on the beautiful Kangaroo Island. Our working sheep farm is 24 kms from Parndana , 24 kms from Kingscote and a 45 minute drive from Penneshaw. Kangaroo Island is famous for its pristine beaches and abundant wildlife. These sites do not include toilet or water facilities, but we hope to offer this in the future. Please ensure you take all rubbish with you so we can maintain the beauty for the next guests. Please get in touch if you would like to bring well behaved pets or are travelling in a group. The camp locations are all private spaces.

10. Ballara Art & Lifestyle Retreat

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47km from Stenhouse Bay · 2 sites · RVs · Warooka, SA

A brief history of Ballara...Ballara is the 100-year-old family home built for William and Emilia (Millie) Baker & their five children. Built in 1910, it is understood Millie would not come to Warooka until the house was finished and furnished! Wise woman!William Baker came to Warooka as a young boy in 1884 with his mother, sister and 2 brothers, after the sudden death of his father.In the early 1900s, Will and his brother Alf became storekeepers, trading as Baker Bros. and running 2 stores in Warooka. Will, Alf and younger brother, Tom, also went on to become farmers.William met Millie when she came from Ballarat to visit her sister who lived at Warooka. Millie named her new home 'Ballara' in memory of her home town.A feature of the house is its ornate ceilings, and story has it that visitors came from afar especially to view them.William ran a wheat agency from an office on the front verandah and was also a contact for World War 1 recruitment.In 1927, William sadly died at only 50 years of age, leaving Millie on her own with their 5 children Doreen, Dulcie, William jr. (Bill), Ron, and Betsy.Millie died in 1965 and Ron continued living at Ballara until his death in 1988.Having never married and with no children of his own, Ron left the house and contents to his 10 nieces and nephews.After the family furniture was divided, Bill bought the house and placed it in the names of his three daughters.Carli and Penny were both able to enjoy some time living in the family home. Ballara still remains in the Baker family and is currently being cared for by Bill’s youngest daughter, Steph.

11. The Pelican's Nest

36km from Stenhouse Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV · Corny Point, SA

Private flat spacious beachfront driveway suitable for caravan, camper trailer or RV and Large Campsite with Stunning Ocean Veiws and big fig tree on Corny Beach track with boat parking and boat launch fits two big tents or two caravans. Beach is wonderful for families, shallow calm water swimming and fantastic blue line fishing all year round. Close to surf beach and lighthouse. Walk to shops with best chips in Yorke Peninsula possibly the world !

12. Saltbush Shack n Camp

58km from Stenhouse Bay · 1 site · Lodging · Hardwicke Bay, SA

This unique getaway offers the perfect blend of relaxation and nature, inviting you to unwind and soak in the breathtaking beauty of Hardwicke Bay. Nestled along the coastline, the rustic, cozy beach shack provides a warm and welcoming retreat, complete with a camping area and fire pit for evenings under the stars. Here, you’ll be immersed in the sights and sounds of the natural world—surrounded by native wildlife, vibrant coastal flora, and the ever-changing moods of the ocean. Whether you’re seeking quiet moments of reflection, outdoor adventure, or simply a place to reconnect with nature, this one-of-a-kind escape has it all.

13. Roo Lagoon Homestead

63km from Stenhouse Bay · 1 site · Lodging · Newland, SA

We have completed the build of our Homestead after the devastating fires of January 2020 destroyed our original cottage. The Homestead consists of 2 separate units under one roof and is located in a lovely garden setting in the middle of the island. It is self-contained with the option of catering on request Unit 2 is fully set up for mobility-impaired and/or wheelchair access. We have limited Wi-Fi access and smart TVs. We are pet-friendly, so if your dog is well-behaved you are welcome. The space The Homestead consists of 2 separate units under one roof as we wanted to cater for large families or befriended families traveling together as well as individual people. We called unit 1 on the eastern side "Hammer's Cove" after a volunteer who helped us build for 7 months and called himself " The Hammer". Unit 2 on the western side is called Western River Cove after our favorite local beach. Each unit consists of a fully equipped kitchen for all your cooking needs, a fully operational laundry including a washing machine, dryer, and ironing options and several spacious living and dining areas. Each unit has 2 bedrooms with comfortable queen beds and French doors leading to the wide verandahs with a view of the countryside. Unit 2 is fully wheelchair accessible, the bathroom is open plan without barriers, and rails are installed. The bathroom in Unit 1 has a spacious shower alcove with modern amenities. The dining rooms are incorporated in the large kitchens, the living areas have extendable 2 1/2 seater lounges to cater to additional people as well as smart TVs and bookcases with games and books for all ages. The exceptionally wide verandahs surround the entire Homestead and provide 2 separate outdoor settings, a large gas BBQ, and several smaller seating options to enjoy the view from sunrise to sunset. This is a dream for entertaining and feeling at home away from home for any travelers. The Homestead is built adjacent to the AustralianRedGumGallery which is a fully operational woodturning studio and gallery where Jonny does his magic and creates amazing functional art. The gallery also has a pool table and dart board which our guests are welcome to use with care.

Camper favorites near Stenhouse Bay

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Meanfeat Downs

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68km from Stenhouse Bay · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Bay Of Shoals, SA

A beautiful location 12 km from Kingscote and a shot drive from Kangaroo island brewery. 300m from the bay off shoals and around the corner from Emu bay Boxing bay and Turners Drive looking over Kingscote Harbour. The property abundant with wildlife, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidna and passing koalas. The bird life is spectacular and never ending. You can choose your spot to nestle in to overlooking the bay, Wisagna hills or the range behind Emu bay.

Marron Bush Escape

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57km from Stenhouse Bay · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Western River, SA

Welcome to Marron Bush Escape, located in Gosse, in the Western River area (western end, near Flinders Chase National Park) of beautiful Kangaroo Island! This is a beautiful, remote, rural 250 acre private property, it is home to a number of sheep, features dams that have Marron and boasts the best that nature has to offer. Rest assured, you will not see any neighbours on this property; just picturesque landscapes everywhere you look! It is approximately a 1.5 hour drive from Penneshaw, where you get off the ferry. We offer powered and unpowered camp sites, as well as a bush, cabin. Camp fires (small) are allowed when fire restrictions allow. There is a fire pit that can be used when there is no fire ban, with barbecue plate and camp ovens for old-style bush cooking or cooking up your fresh organic Kangaroo Island Marron. There is a drop toilet at the back and external lights and an external kitchen sink with hot and cold water. There is one drop dunny and limited rain water (you are welcome to bring your own drinking water if you need extra). For your convenience, there are recycling and rubbish bins at corner of Snug and Colman’s Rd for all waste disposal. On half of our property we have sheep and lambs in the paddocks. Bring your camera, and you just might be lucky enough to see little lambs playing and even being born. We may also be shearing and invite you to see how this is done. The other half of the property is untouched natural scrub with grass and trees 12 foot tall. There are koalas, eagles, kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and lots of other native animals and a creek with small waterfalls. In winter time the ground can be boggy, so a 4WD is desirable and will allow you to explore further. From the cabin, make your way down past the dams and go through the shiny gate at the bottom of the hill (please close the gate behind you). Here, you'll discover 125 acres of untouched Kangaroo Island wilderness with walking trails to explore. Keep an eye out for koalas, kangaroos, wedge-tail eagles, wallabies, large grass trees etc We also have two small lakes that you can have a picnic by or drop some Marron nets in for a fresh feed. There are weighing scales provided at the shed so you can pay for them. This is on an honesty system- so please do the right thing, as we have already been burnt from the fires. You must contact me if you wish to fish for marron prior to catching any. There are no shops or restaurants close by (stock up before arriving!) and you will need to travel down dirt roads but you will really have the opportunity to get off the grid, get back to nature and make memories in the stunning, untouched, Kangaroo Island wilderness! Local attractions include: Kelly Hill Caves Flinders Chase National Park Stokes Bay Cape Borda Lighthouse Middle River Western River

Camp Cygnet

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68km from Stenhouse Bay · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Menzies, SA

You will be staying in a central location on the beautiful Kangaroo Island. Our working sheep farm is 24 kms from Parndana , 24 kms from Kingscote and a 45 minute drive from Penneshaw. Kangaroo Island is famous for its pristine beaches and abundant wildlife. These sites do not include toilet or water facilities, but we hope to offer this in the future. Please ensure you take all rubbish with you so we can maintain the beauty for the next guests. Please get in touch if you would like to bring well behaved pets or are travelling in a group. The camp locations are all private spaces.

Ballara Art & Lifestyle Retreat

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47km from Stenhouse Bay · 2 sites · RVs · Warooka, SA

A brief history of Ballara...Ballara is the 100-year-old family home built for William and Emilia (Millie) Baker & their five children. Built in 1910, it is understood Millie would not come to Warooka until the house was finished and furnished! Wise woman!William Baker came to Warooka as a young boy in 1884 with his mother, sister and 2 brothers, after the sudden death of his father.In the early 1900s, Will and his brother Alf became storekeepers, trading as Baker Bros. and running 2 stores in Warooka. Will, Alf and younger brother, Tom, also went on to become farmers.William met Millie when she came from Ballarat to visit her sister who lived at Warooka. Millie named her new home 'Ballara' in memory of her home town.A feature of the house is its ornate ceilings, and story has it that visitors came from afar especially to view them.William ran a wheat agency from an office on the front verandah and was also a contact for World War 1 recruitment.In 1927, William sadly died at only 50 years of age, leaving Millie on her own with their 5 children Doreen, Dulcie, William jr. (Bill), Ron, and Betsy.Millie died in 1965 and Ron continued living at Ballara until his death in 1988.Having never married and with no children of his own, Ron left the house and contents to his 10 nieces and nephews.After the family furniture was divided, Bill bought the house and placed it in the names of his three daughters.Carli and Penny were both able to enjoy some time living in the family home. Ballara still remains in the Baker family and is currently being cared for by Bill’s youngest daughter, Steph.

The Pelican's Nest

36km from Stenhouse Bay · 1 site · Tent, RV · Corny Point, SA

Private flat spacious beachfront driveway suitable for caravan, camper trailer or RV and Large Campsite with Stunning Ocean Veiws and big fig tree on Corny Beach track with boat parking and boat launch fits two big tents or two caravans. Beach is wonderful for families, shallow calm water swimming and fantastic blue line fishing all year round. Close to surf beach and lighthouse. Walk to shops with best chips in Yorke Peninsula possibly the world !

Saltbush Shack n Camp

58km from Stenhouse Bay · 1 site · Lodging · Hardwicke Bay, SA

This unique getaway offers the perfect blend of relaxation and nature, inviting you to unwind and soak in the breathtaking beauty of Hardwicke Bay. Nestled along the coastline, the rustic, cozy beach shack provides a warm and welcoming retreat, complete with a camping area and fire pit for evenings under the stars. Here, you’ll be immersed in the sights and sounds of the natural world—surrounded by native wildlife, vibrant coastal flora, and the ever-changing moods of the ocean. Whether you’re seeking quiet moments of reflection, outdoor adventure, or simply a place to reconnect with nature, this one-of-a-kind escape has it all.

Roo Lagoon Homestead

63km from Stenhouse Bay · 1 site · Lodging · Newland, SA

We have completed the build of our Homestead after the devastating fires of January 2020 destroyed our original cottage. The Homestead consists of 2 separate units under one roof and is located in a lovely garden setting in the middle of the island. It is self-contained with the option of catering on request Unit 2 is fully set up for mobility-impaired and/or wheelchair access. We have limited Wi-Fi access and smart TVs. We are pet-friendly, so if your dog is well-behaved you are welcome. The space The Homestead consists of 2 separate units under one roof as we wanted to cater for large families or befriended families traveling together as well as individual people. We called unit 1 on the eastern side "Hammer's Cove" after a volunteer who helped us build for 7 months and called himself " The Hammer". Unit 2 on the western side is called Western River Cove after our favorite local beach. Each unit consists of a fully equipped kitchen for all your cooking needs, a fully operational laundry including a washing machine, dryer, and ironing options and several spacious living and dining areas. Each unit has 2 bedrooms with comfortable queen beds and French doors leading to the wide verandahs with a view of the countryside. Unit 2 is fully wheelchair accessible, the bathroom is open plan without barriers, and rails are installed. The bathroom in Unit 1 has a spacious shower alcove with modern amenities. The dining rooms are incorporated in the large kitchens, the living areas have extendable 2 1/2 seater lounges to cater to additional people as well as smart TVs and bookcases with games and books for all ages. The exceptionally wide verandahs surround the entire Homestead and provide 2 separate outdoor settings, a large gas BBQ, and several smaller seating options to enjoy the view from sunrise to sunset. This is a dream for entertaining and feeling at home away from home for any travelers. The Homestead is built adjacent to the AustralianRedGumGallery which is a fully operational woodturning studio and gallery where Jonny does his magic and creates amazing functional art. The gallery also has a pool table and dart board which our guests are welcome to use with care.

Stories from the community

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Michael

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Marion Bay Bush Camping

Nice and quiet when we were there in Nov. it was all very easy

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Ryan

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camp Cygnet

Been camping at kangaroo island for years to visit my dad / work etc. this is by far my favourite spot. Will definitely be back. Would be a perfect winter / autumn camp site

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Rodney

October 2025

6 m travel trailer

Group trip

1 night at Emu Bay Hideaway, Kangaroo Island

Beautiful spot at emu Bay hideaway on the flat as you come in the gate,

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Luke

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Marion Bay Bush Camping

Nice quiet bush camp nestled in amongst some lovely natural bushland easy access into the property site was clean and tidy met my expectations

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Mike

October 2025

9 m travel trailer

4 nights at Marion Bay Bush Camping

Our camp was very natural and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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Wendy

October 2025

7 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Reefs Ocean Retreat

Was a great stay. Close to town and a nice walk to the beach. Nice open area which you can select where you want to set up camp. Nice set up.

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Kate

September 2025

5 m pop-up camper

4 nights at Marion Bay Bush Camping

Site 7 is very private and separate from the other sites. Excellent level surface for tents, trailers etc. Light gravel surface was perfect- we had some rain and it drained away rapidly with no mud!

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Daniele

September 2025

6 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Marion Bay Bush Camping

Great location. Private site with enough room for our group of 3 caravans. Will be back.

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Wayne

June 2025

9 m travel trailer

1 night at Meanfeat Downs

It was very windy at the start of our stay, but we were able to find a large flat site protected from the wind. The site was very good for solar which is important for us. The Hipcamp was close to all the sites in the north of Kangaroo Island. We enjoyed our stay that much we stayed an extra night.

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Nikki

April 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Emu Bay Hideaway, Kangaroo Island

The property was nice and close to the local town, stunning views of the landscape, a lovely camp spot next to the creek (not running due to drought). Rosalie was a lovely host, very accommodating and welcoming. The campsite itself was set away in a private location so lots of space for the kids to explore, teeming with wildlife and some cheeky sheep, this is a perfect spot for experiencing KI in its natural state.

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Suzann

April 2025

9 m travel trailer

3 nights at Reefs Ocean Retreat

We enjoyed our stay. A short stroll to the water and a short drive to Marion Bay and Innes National Park. The location is perfect for those of us who are self sufficient. Thank you to Beth and Andrew for an enjoyable visit to their property.

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Simon

April 2025

Tent

With kids

11 nights at Emu Bay Hideaway, Kangaroo Island

Wow. A wonderful environment that provided the perfect escape and recharge. The position was perfect, the host helpful, knowledgeable and respectful. A hidden gem. Definitely would recommend to those wanting the true off grid escape for the whole family. We hope to be back.

Pip

April 2025

6 m pop-up camper

With kids

6 nights at Marron Bush Escape

A wonderful experience. We have two young boys who LOVED catching Marron in the dams each night, and they had so much space to play. Gorgeous waking up with the sheep and wallabies each morning. Sean provided excellent communication to ensure we had a great stay.

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Max

April 2025

Tent

1 night at Camp Cygnet

Thank you Abbi and Matt for your hospitality! It was truly mind bending to receive such a warm welcome after a long day on the bike, and brought a huge smile to our faces. The campsite was beaitiful, peaceful and out of the wind (although the midges took full advantage of my slowness on the bushman’s!) Both of Ian and I were so aware that the effort you went to to make our stay enjoyable was not a requirement, but the an unfiltered act of kindness. It speaks volumes. Thankyou.

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Jack

April 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Reefs Ocean Retreat

We were breifly greeted by Beth and Andrew as we were setting up camp and they were incredibly nice and welcoming - offering good advice on where to visit nearby and that we could sing out if we needed anything. Fairly open plan camping with ample space between sites and a quick walk down to the beach for us and the dogs to explore. Gets pretty windy so pack accordingly and you'll be laughing.

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Kelly

April 2025

1 m Class B

1 night at Marion Bay Bush Camping

Really large site, very private and quiet and away from the wind. Site was littered with rubbish though, which i picked up as much as I could of so not sure if sites get regularly checked. Would stay again though, good location

Suzana

April 2025

5 m travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Reefs Ocean Retreat

We had a lovely stay at this campground. The space is very pleasant and generously sized, with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the surroundings. We were warmly welcomed by Beth, who was incredibly kind and helpful from the moment we arrived. Highly recommend!

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Nick

April 2025

9 m travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Reefs Ocean Retreat

Good spot handy to town and the various scenic drives.