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Reefs Ocean Retreat

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· Marion Bay, South Australia
16 acres hosted by Beth And Andrew M.
23 Caravan sites
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Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at some sites.
Our property of 16 acres of natural scrub offers walking access to the beach along a 100-metre sandy path. 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.
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30 Ratings · 23 reviews
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Sandra K.doesn't recommend
January 16, 2025
Open area 2
Hostile and dismissive treatment
I regret staying at Andrew and Beth's Hipcamp at Marion Bay. While Beth was friendly and polite, Andrew’s behaviour was shocking and anything but hospitable. After four nights of camping, on the morning of our departure, I faced an emergency. Our camper toilet was completely full, and I urgently needed to go. I mustered the courage to politely ask if I could use their toilet, explaining the situation was an emergency and knowing I wouldn’t make it to town in time. Andrew’s response was rude and dismissive. He stated that campers needed to be self-contained and that my situation wasn’t his problem. He also mentioned they had visitors and couldn’t possibly allow me to use their bathroom. I fully understand the self-contained policy, and we have been completely self contained for the four days there, but emergencies happen, and the way he handled the situation—cold, judgmental, and downright hostile—was appalling. After I walked away, Andrew came over to the shed opposite our site and glared at us in a way that felt intimidating, creepy and unwelcoming. It seemed like he was trying to ensure I wouldn’t go on the campsite, adding to the discomfort of an already humiliating experience. I won't return due to being treated this way.
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Liam O.recommends
January 12, 2025
Open area 12
Beautiful spot, lovely couple! There is a good amount of space and close by to town. Will be back :)
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Tristan H.recommends
January 8, 2025
Open area 9
Beth and Andy are lovely hosts. They were very welcoming and accommodating. Our group had a great time staying at their property
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Nell K.recommends
January 5, 2025
Open area 2
Camping at Reefs Ocean Retreat
My partner and I loved camping at Beth & Andrews land! There was plenty of room so we had lots of space to ourselves and then really appreciated the small walk to the beach which we basically had to ourselves the whole time! The jetty and pub were also a short walk away and there were Markets on near the Community Centre so we treated ourselves to some whiting tortillas from there! Absolutely loved our stay and had a fantastic time. Would return again for sure! Thankyou for having us Beth & Andrew 😊
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Amie V.recommends
January 3, 2025
Open area 6
Host are lovely, huge area to camp and great little walk to the beach. We enjoyed our stay. Thankyou for our stay.
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Kane B.recommends
January 3, 2025
Open area 2
Amazing location, beach access, walking distance to town. Check in was easy, and the hosts were super chill and friendly. Will be back!!
Location
Marion Bay, South Australia, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Narangga First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Beth And Andrew M.

Joined in November 2023
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