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Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley

Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Dining

Overview of Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

Auburn, SA
  • Popular LocationVelvet & Willow Wines - Cellar Door1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAuburn Cafe & Pizzeria1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSugar Rush Truffles and Chocolate1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMount Horrocks Wine5 min walk

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
Bathroom 1
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley

Wild Olive is a charming historical cottage, built in 1859, authentic on the outside, and super modern inside. Set in beautiful tranquil gardens & walking distance from Velvet & Willow Pantry, The Rising Sun Hotel, Terroir Restaurant & the Riesling Trail.
The space
The cottage was built in 1859 and is Heritage SA and National Trust listed. It has been through many lives over a hundred and forty years, including tea rooms, a library, a mechanics institute, a sweet shop and a few others. Wild Olive Cottage was designed to provide an unforgettable stay for one couple.

Upstairs is a magnificent, Victorian antique, nickel and silver Queen-size bed with high-quality linen. The cozy combustion fireplace (with complimentary wood) is wonderful to sit around on cold nights and there are plenty of things to entertain yourself with - smart TV with Netflix (!), high-speed complimentary WI-FI, a DVD movie library, games, books & a smart speaker to play your favourite music. Within the cottage, there are some beautiful pieces of furniture and artwork, much from local artists.

An internal metal spiral staircase joins the two floors. Downstairs you will find a fully equipped kitchen, the benches are topped with local Mintaro slate and the cupboards are Blackwood. There is an under-bench oven, glass cooktop, microwave, toaster, capsule coffee machine & dishwasher. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need for cooking your meals and is supplied with cooking necessities such as cooking oil, salt, pepper, and sugar.

Our complimentary provisions include:
- Bottle of Velvet & Willow wine of your selection
- Drinks including beer, soft drinks & bottled water
- Coffee pods & milk
- Tea selection
- Hot chocolate
- Treats
Additionally, you get a free coffee voucher & a wine discount voucher from our beautiful neighbours at Velvet & Willow Pantry which is just next door.

From the dining area, you look directly out of French glass doors onto the beautiful garden. Directly out of the French doors is a pagoda-covered slate patio with a teak outdoor setting & a BBQ.

The bathroom is equipped with a deep spa bath & high-quality Turkish Cotton towels & robes.

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You can park at the front or in the specially designated parking spot in the sideway drive.
Other things to note
Self check-in code to a key box will be sent to you on the day of arrival.

Due to limited space, we don't have a washing machine at the cottage so please be mindful of that.

Please note the bathroom is located on a different level from the bed and the two levels are connected by a spiral staircase.

Additionally, you get a free coffee voucher, a wine discount voucher and a breakfast voucher from our beautiful neighbours at Velvet & Willow Pantry which is just next door.

During Weekdays Monday - Thursdays we have a basic breakfast available.
- Bread
- Full Cream Milk - Butter
- Eggs
- Bacon

If you're looking for a stay with friends, have a look at Dennis Cottage which has two bedrooms and is located next door to us.

Property manager

Ileen and Andrew

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Jetted bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart speaker
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby

General

  • Property does not allow children

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Romantic Wild Olive Cottage - Bliss For Two Auburn
Romantic Wild Olive Cottage - Bliss For Two Cottage
Romantic Wild Olive Cottage - Bliss For Two Cottage Auburn

About the area

Auburn

This cottage is located in Auburn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Martindale Hall Conservation Park and Spring Gully Conservation Park, while Martindale Hall and Old Police Station Museum are cultural highlights. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Grosset Wines - 10 min walk
  • Taylors Wines - 7 min drive
  • Martindale Hall - 15 min drive
  • Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre - 16 min drive
  • Daisy's Vintage & Classic Cars - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Watervale Hotel - 7 min drive
  • The Rising Sun Hotel - 1 min walk
  • Auburn Roadhouse - 4 min walk
  • Velvet & Willow Wines - Cellar Door - 1 min walk
  • Cygnets at Auburn - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley on 4 Apr 2024 start from AU$300.7, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Wild Olive Cottage Clare Valley located?

Situated in Auburn, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Horrocks Wine and Grosset Wines. Taylors Wines is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage and setting
Beautiful cottage and fabulous location. Really enjoyed our weekend and appreciated the little extras, wine, nibbles etc. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Wild Olive Cottage
Wild Olive cottage is a beautiful period cottage with lovely gardens. It is very comfortably furnished and had all the amenities we could have possibly required. Communication and check-in went smoothly and was easy. Auburn is a very cute historic town and perfect as a base for exploring the Clare Valley. All in all a top-rate experience at Wild Olive Cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Gus B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not up to scratch
The cottage itself is externally charming in a lovely garden setting. That’s the good bit. The downstairs kitchen/eating area is tired to say the least, and has no atmosphere. The upstairs bedroom/ living area had tired bed linen and ill-assorted furniture . No breakfast was provided, and we were given a voucher for a free coffee at the associated cafe. We had no contact with any living person. At this price, you should expect much more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay.
Loved Wild Olive. Easy walk to the pub for dinner. Property had everything we could possibly need. Spa was lovely and partner had fun making fire in the combustion heater. Met the owner and he also was lovely. We'll definitely be back for another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cottage and location
Beautiful cottage in a central location. Amazing gardens which are linked to great little coffee shop and cellar door next door. Close to the Clare Valley wineries. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay in the heart of Auburn
Lovely gardens connected to amazing coffee shop and cellar door.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couple’s getaway.
Quaint, historic, peaceful. Auburn is a pretty little town in an ever exposing secret of the Claire Valley. Step back in time and enjoy the beautiful gardens and lovely surrounds of this cute little cottage. Hosts provide you with all you might need and will happily extend if required. A lovely touch to have a few nice beers, a local wine of your choice, and some water/ soft drinks provided also. Highly recommend Terroir, and a must to have a coffee or a toastie at Velvet and Willow. Cycle that trail too !! Thanks so much guys, very memorable and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet cottage
Nice little cottage close enough to Adelaide to be accessible for a weekend and far enough away that your babysitters can't ask you to come back if the kids are playing up. Very nice place, well appointed and maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greta M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely country cottage
We enjoyed our stay in Auburn in this historical cottage. It was well appointed and a great location for accessing wineries in the Clare Valley!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

katrina t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful rustic and quant property. We enjoyed sitting by the fire at night.
Relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022