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A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at "Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
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Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

"Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool

  • Step back into the 60's!
    Original 60's architecture, 5 houses from the Semaphore beach (2 mins walk). and less than 3 minutes walk to Semaphore Rd which has more than 15 restaurants, 8 cafes, 2 supermarkets (one 7am to 9pm,) a cinema complex and more! Across the Port River is Port Adelaide with many historical sites, river cruises, Art Galleries and dolphin watching from canoes.
    Five kms north of Semaphore is the North Haven Yacht Club and on Sundays the fruit and vegetable market is open from 7am to 12 midday. You also have fresh fish sold straight off the boats from the previous nights catch!
    Additional rules and policies:
    $170 for one bedroom, $40 for use of 2nd bedroom even if there are only two guests.
    If you wish to have the pool area for a private function book it in advance for $120 for the day. if you wish to have the pool area just to yourself it is possoible however you need to negotiate this with your host. Monica.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: butts extinquished and put into ashtray provided

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

Rules

All children from 10 to 17 years must be able to swim. Children under 10 years MUST be with an adult at all times. Pool open hours 9am to 7pm.

All heating, cooling and indoor lights to be always turned off when leaving the property going out or when your stay is completed.

No climb the stairs to the roof. Do not enter private areas in the large back yard e.g. tool shed, garage, office. The kitchen and toilet negotiable

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

3 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: well behaved $30 extra per night roll up carpets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: There is a pool in back yard so not under 6 years

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Butts extinquished and put into ashtray provided

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Semaphore, a neighbourhood in Adelaide. Adelaide Zoo and The Semaphore Waterslide Complex are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Rundle Mall and Westfield West Lakes. Semaphore Park Beach and South Australian Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Adelaide travel guide
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Semaphore, SA

What's nearby

  • Semaphore Beach
    Semaphore Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The iconic yellow lifeguard tower at Semaphore with blue skies and fluffy clouds at Semaphore South Australia on 7th November 2018
    Semaphore Park Beach
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Semaphore Waterslide Complex
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Semaphore Jetty
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Largs Beach
    2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Port Adelaide Peterhead Station
    12 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Exeter Hotel
    12 min walk
  • Mr Pilgrim Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Palais Hotel
    6 min walk
  • Semaphore BBQ Chickens
    8 min walk
  • High Tide
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does "Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is "Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at "Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at "Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is "Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool located?

Located in Semaphore, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Semaphore Waterslide Complex and Semaphore Jetty. Semaphore Beach and Semaphore Park Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). Port Adelaide Peterhead Station is 12 minutes by foot and Port Adelaide Glanville Station is 18 minutes.

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"Sea Retro Getaway" 2 mins walk to the beach. private outdoor area. Outdoor pool Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 72 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jazmine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monique was so helpful the whole time and so friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a unique stay. Very comfortable and felt at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique decor, had a very happy vibe. Had everything you needed in a comfortable relaxing accomodation. So close to beach and dining options. Owner was very welcoming, communication great. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall

Loved the retro look. Was really cosy. Monica was great met us on arrival and showed us around. We had three baby beagles with us and the enclosed back area was great. Will stay again for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT HOSTESS, lovely atmosphere

Just 2 streets from the beach, quiet street, peaceful atmosphere. Walking distance to food & other shops. Just PERFECT for our Easter break. Highly recommend our hostess who made sure nothing was amiss... including the bath lotion! We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Not your average accommodation

Definitely retro and also quirky. We loved this unique property in a fabulous location. Full of art and wonder. Would have liked to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway - brilliant location

We loved our time at the "Sea Retro Getaway" It was exactly what we needed. A place to just chill out and slow down. Everything we needed was only just a short walk away. The pool area was perfect to relax and put your feet up. Monica was only to pleased to help with what ever questions we had. I would highly recommend this home to anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location, well equipped

We had a lovely stay at Monica's Retro home. Great location, five houses from the beach. The bed and seating were comfortable. The house was well equipped. A pool for warmer weather. Thanks Monica
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little gem!

Monica was a lovely host! She was quick responding to our messages and on the day was very approachable and friendly. Our dog thoroughly loved the place, and settled in a nice and quiet neighbourhood. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best friends catch up

An awesome placement to just relax and be with family and amazing friends. It was so relaxing and just like being at home without the pressure. Thankyou Monica for the amazing reception you gave us and I just loved the Retro apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An incredible property which is an absolute hidden gem. You walk in (to the whole property, including the second apartment) and are transported back to a to a bygone vintage era of the 1940’s/50’s & 60’s. The apartments are far from tacky or gimmicky - they are well put together with the incredible eye of the host who has an amazing collection of artwork (hers & others). What was particularly heartening was the seamless intertwining of vintage/ contemporary & aboriginal and Torres Strait islander works. The pictures do not give the appearance of the areas justice. They would be perfect for Burlesque, Rockabilly, pin up, glamazon, Photos. And around the pool area is an absolute hoot filled with everything to host your own Eurovision Gala. The property is in a fantastic location, quiet off the Main Street, but 300m from the IGA & 5 houses from the beach. You don’t need your car here.It has all the amenities needed, including for cooking etc. There are also an abundance of books, games etc & we enjoyed using the CD player. If you need anything the host is very helpful & responsive. We wanted to do some Art so - supplies were provided. Quite the extra. Everything is freshly laundered & clean. The property is purposely vintage / retro so don’t expect 2025 new build townhouse. It’s lived in, loved & well scrubbed! The host was helpful, generous & after we broke (very much our fault) one of the hosts boundaries - she addressed the issue with us with both professionalism grace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss in Semaphore

Staying in Semaphore is always such a pleasant trip back in time; so much evidence of its glorious past remains on show. This house is an ideal base for a nostalgic seaside Semaphore experience in terms of both location and decor. Only around the corner from both the beach and the delights of Semaphore Rd, this home is ideally situated. And the quirky retro decor throughout the property was so much fun to discover. Monica was an outstanding host. She couldn't have done more or gone out of her way more to look after and accommodate us. Nothing was too much trouble and we are very grateful. The outside/pool area was such a great space for relaxing and entertaining. Highly recommended. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doro F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

time travel into an visual artist’s imaginary world

a most wondrous experience of vintage charm! Monica’s apartment is peppered with drop dead gorgeous time pieces from the 50ies to the 70ies that altogether make this place a real gem. If you like colour, charm, charisma and a hint of kitsch, if you love eclectic furniture and value comfort, cosiness and a superb beachside location, Monica’s place is for you. If you prefer sleek minimalist white new apartment uniformity, not so much. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay, cooked up a storm in the kitchen, had many a vinos by the pool, borrowed a bicycle and even received fresh flowers and lemons off the tree. Loved every minute. Thank you Monica - a place to make memories. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this quirky getaway! Full of charm and character. Much more fun than a bland hotel room! Every room was a feast for the eyes! Very clean, beds extremely comfortable, rooms nice and dark, and the area lovely and quiet… with lots to see & do. There were thoughtful touches throughout. Our host, Monica, was warm and friendly and she couldn’t have been more helpful. We highly recommend this place and will definitely be back. Thank you for everything Monica!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy going and allowed us to enter early. Lovely place just as describe... love that era.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monica was a wonderful host; very kind & thoughtful. When she found out it was our daughter's birthday, she went out of her way to make it really special. The backyard was magical...you have to see it to understand why! The weekend we stayed was very hot, so it was a real bonus being able to cool off in the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place, very hot weekend so the pool was a bonus. Loved the decor. Very fun place.

Fun place, everything we needed for a family weekend of 2 Victorian and 2 Adelaide family members get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Great place and just as pics showed. Close to beach and shops. Loved it. Would definately stay again for a weekend get away.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachside stay

We had a lovely time staying at this very quirky property. Monica was a great hostess and full of local information. Nice and close to the beach and shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cath A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

Close to beautiful Semaphore Beach and villiage style shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haje H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great stay

monica is brilliant. lovely place near the water and shops. we are returnees.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Peter B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Retro Getaway was fine but basic, somewhat grubby and poorly maintained. Host Monica was friendly. A tenant lived in part of the complex. He occupied the only working seating in the outside area for our entire 3 day stay. He was unfriendly, and acted like he was entitled, We left early because we felt very uncomfortable. OK to stay but don't expect to be able to use the advertised outside area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved how everywhere I looked I saw something new full of art
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Weekend

Arrived Friday was welcomed warmly by host who could not do enough to make our stay one to remember, thankyou Monica we will be back. Perfect Getaway & experience :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and relaxing

Very nice relaxing old place with a lot of character had everything I wanted and needed walking distance to everything Host very nice very informative couldn’t do enough to make my stay enjoyable Recommend it to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022