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Set on 200 acres of scenic woodland in the spectacular Skilly Hills. Cosy cottages with wood fires. Kookaburras and kangaroos. Centrally located in the Clare Valley and adjacent to Riesling Trail.

Watervale, SA [Location map...]

Up to 12 people
Minimum nights: 2

Availability and Pricing

Arriving

For night.

Adults

Children

Estimated price:

From $195 to $195 2 persons per night

Guest Reviews (11)

"The peaceful setting and the very comfortable cottages. This was an excellent place for a family celebration. Provisions for breakfast were very generous,beds were very comfortable and knowledge of..."

- Suzanne, -Jun '11

"Beutiful views. Loved the bread and wood fire. The bacon, eggs, port and chocolates were also a nice touch."

- Robert, -Apr '11

"I loved the home-baked goodies, the garden and the view. "

- Faith, -Oct '10

"friendly, homely accomodation"

- Pauline, -Sep '10

"Lovely clean, well equipped apartments in a beautiful,secluded bush setting. Generous breakfast provisions and delicious muffins and home made bread. A perfect base from which to explore the Clare Val..."

- Joy, TAS -Apr '09

"Battunga is in a beautiful location out of the centre of town. The rooms are great and the hosts are lovely people. We rode along the Reisling Trail to Clare on the Saturday and to Auburn on the Sun..."

- Wayne, SA -Mar '09

"This was our 4th visit to Battunga and as usual it was peaceful and relaxing. The accomodation is excellent. The homebaked bread and fresh eggs for breakfast delicious. The setting is beautiful. We a..."

- Linda, SOUTH AUSTRALIA -May '08

"The location is a little difficult to find - we arived in the dark. However it was well worth the effort - the locale is restful, the rooms superb and proprietor discreetly attentive. We enjoyed our s..."

- Michael, SA -Oct '07

"Overall we were very happy with the package. The fact that you are isolated in native bushland with wood fired heating was very appealing. Beautiful surroundings."

- Spencer, SA -Aug '07

"Very peaceful with lovely landscaping and high standard of furnishings in the units. Very good standard for 3.5 stars. Not a lot of room in the main living/kitchen area and only limited kitchen facil..."

- Lauren, SA -May '07

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Accreditation and awards for 'Battunga Bed and Breakfast':

Cottage, Holiday apartment, Bed & Breakfast, Farm stays, Self-contained apartment, Chalet

Battunga is ideal for couples or groups of friends accommodating up to 12 people. There are 4 self contained cottage apartments,
Galah - 2 bedrooms(1 QS& 2 single)
Kookaburra-1 bedroom (QS)
Rosella - 1 bedroom (QS)
Parrot-2 bedrooms (1QS & 2 single)
All apartments have private, leadlight entrances featuring birds of the region, with kitchenettes, lounge and private ensuite bathrooms.
Full hearty breakfast provisions are provided with bacon made by the local butcher, home-baked bread, eggs freshly laid by the hens, juice, cereals etc.Chocolates and port are also provided as well as vouchers for local wineries for a 2 night stay.

The buildings are of double brick construction.

A gas BBQ and outside entertainment and dining area is adjacent to the cottages.

The property is located along the scenic drive and consists of a large portion of native bushland. There is prolific bird life and kangaroos residing in the hills. Guests are welcome to traverse the hills and gullies.

Battunga is centrally located to the wineries of the Clare Valley and adjacent to the Riesling Trail (walk or cycle ).

Languages spoken: Auslan(Basic) Australian(Basic) English(Basic) Italian(Basic)

"Thank you for sharing with us this little place of heaven. What a warm welcome, port, chocs, flowers, delicious bread. A home away from home. We felt so relaxed here. Having traveled all around Australia for the past year, this would have to be THE BEST". Louise & Peter NSW

"Sitting in front of this amazing view, I found inspiration for the start of a story and the end of another. The fireplace so warm, the beds so comfy, the food so fulfilling. Thank you for a pampered and luxurious stay". Sara & Ken

Locality

At Watervale, visit local wineries,Annies Lane at Quelltaler, Clos Clare, Crabtree , O'leary Walker, Stephen John. Venture to the local art studio with Murray Edwards. Go to the garden centre at "Morella Cottage Plants" and buy plants/crafts and enjoy a coffee or visit the local art and craft shops. Explore the historical and unique buildings of the township or ride/walk along the "Riesling Trail". Wine and dine at the Watervale Hotel or family friendly Leasingham Bistro.

Property

Battunga is a 200 acre property consisting mostly of native trees and bushland.

There are a number of animals on the farm, pet cows and sheep along with a number of pet lambs, all with names who like to accompany you on your walks.
There is prolific native birdlife as well as kangaroos residing in the hills.
Spectacular views , overlooking the surrounding Clare Valleycan be seen from the top of the hills

Associations

Accredited National Tourism
Bed and Breakfast Association
Clare Valley Tourist Association
SA Shorts
SA Product Guide
ConnectSA

Holiday experiences

Accessible, Accessible by Wheelchair AS1428, Adult retreat, Art & Craft, Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Close to Public Transport, Eco-friendly, Farmland Experiences, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Golf, Great view, Heritage Trail, Honeymoon, Museums and Galleries, Romantic getaway, Valentines Day, Walking or Hiking, Wedding venue, Wine Appreciation, Winter Holiday

Facilities

Accept VISA, Air conditioning, Baby Cot, Babysitting, Bath towels provided, BBQ, BBQ - Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, Breakfast provisions available for self-cooking, Bus nearby, CD Player, Continental Breakfast Available, Continental breakfast provisions available, Continental breakfast provisions supplied, Cooked Breakfast Available, Cooked Breakfast Provided, Cooking facilities, Courtyard, DVD, Ensuite, Fans (ceiling/standard), Fireplace, Hair dryer, Heaters provided, Iron and ironing board, Kitchen, Laundry facilities, Level access, Linen supplied, Log fires, Microwave, No smoking, Parking, Patio, Pets not allowed, Reverse cycle heating, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Tour desk, TV with teletext/caption functions, Undercover or off street parking, VCR, Videos/DVDs Supplied, Walk to the shops, Wheelchair accessible facilities

Accessible

Step or lip exists to the entry door, Chairs are permitted in the shower, Door frames are wider to suit wheelchairs, Unimpeded wheelchair access from car parking to the property, Toilet is big enough to fit a wheelchair.

There are double doors into the main bedrooms. The living area has slate floors. Easy access into the bathroom. Hand basin with no cupboard underneath. The toilet is easy to access with wheel chair. Showers are extra wide with shower curtains. Able to put shower chairs in.There is a very small door stop into the cottages (about 1/2 a brick high.The beds are the right height to slide onto from wheelchair.(I have a husband with a disability as well). Feedback from guests in wheelchairs staying have advised us that the facilities are very good

Accessible by Wheelchair AS1428

Door frames are wider to suit wheelchairs, Unimpeded wheelchair access from car parking to the property, Access available for large vehicle to load/unload accessibility equipment..

There are double doors into the main bedrooms. The living area has slate floors. Easy access into the bathroom. Hand basin with no cupboard underneath. The toilet is easy to access with wheel chair. Showers are extra wide with shower curtains. Able to put shower chairs in.There is a very small door stop into the cottages (about 1/2 a brick high.The beds are the right height to slide onto from wheelchair.(I have a husband with a disability as well) Feedback from guests in wheelchairs has been positive

Adult retreat

Tranquil and quiet with no interruptions, Privacy from other guests in living and activity areas

Art & Craft

Art and Craft experiences located nearby

Birdwatching

Bird-watching available on-site, Bird-watching available nearby, Information provided on local bird population and sightings

Bushwalking & wilderness

Bushwalking and wilderness experiences available on-site, Bushwalking and wilderness experiences located nearby, Bushwalking maps provided

Close to Public Transport

Transport can be arranged from closest public transport facility at no extra charge, Bus service

Eco-friendly

Building designed along eco-lines, Building made from ecologically friendly materials, Bio-cycle or equivalent waste system., Bio-diverse setting, Ecological information and activities on site, Recycling facilities available

Farmland Experiences

Farm animals live on the property, Sheep, Cattle, Chickens, Horses, Dogs, Other farm animals, Guests able to interact with the farm animals, Working farm with some limits on guest access to animals

Gay & Lesbian friendly

Offers a high degree of privacy, All guests welcome

Golf

Golf course located nearby

Heritage Trail

Heritage buildings nearby

Museums and Galleries

Museums and/or galleries located nearby

Romantic getaway

Accommodation just for two, Wood fire, Romance package available, Private living and recreation areas, Honeymoon package available, Chocolates provided on arrival

Wedding venue

Group accommodation available, Church(es) nearby

Wine Appreciation

Winery tour available as part of accommodation package, Winery tours available nearby

Winter Holiday

Log fire

Battunga Bed and Breakfast

Watervale, SA, Australia

Rooms and rates

1 night stay =$195/couple/night
Additional person = $60/night
2nights= $350/couple
Discount for longer stays.
Long weekends/Easter/ require 3 night stay
Special events require 2 night stay

Galah Apartment sleeps (sleeps 4 - 1 QS bedroom and 2 single beds in second bedroom)

Base rate

$195.00/night.

350.00/weekend.

2 nights min.

$60.00 /person /night over 2 people

Kookaburra Apartment (sleeps 2)

Base rate

$195.00/night.

350.00/weekend.

2 nights min.

$60.00 /person /night over 2 people

Parrot Apartment sleeps (sleeps 4 - 1 Qs bedroom amd 2 single beds in second bedroom)

Base rate

$195.00/night.

350.00/weekend.

2 nights min.

$60.00 /person /night over 2 people

Rosella Apartment (sleeps 2)

Base rate

$195.00/night.

350.00/weekend.

2 nights min.

$60.00 /person /night over 2 people

All prices in $AUD

Deals

Delicious home baked muffins and bread on arrival + port and chocolates + discount wine voucher at "Annies Lane at Quelltaler Winery" for 2 night stays
Valid to: 28 Jun 12

Last minute deals

A 15% discount is currently available for stays that commence within the next 14 days.
not available long weekends or special events ie. Day in the Green, Tour Down Under, Gourmet Weekend

Availability

Battunga Bed and Breakfast will confirm pricing, availability and answer any other questions within 24 hours.
(current average response time for this property is 15.6 hours)

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The telephone number and contact details for this property will be emailed to you once your enquiry/booking has been sent.

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