A 14-minute walk from Island Beach in Pelican Lagoon, Island Alive Guest House provides accommodations with access to wellness packages and steam room. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The accommodation offers a sauna, free Wifi throughout the property, and family rooms. A patio with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in every unit. At the guest house, the units include bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not eat out, you can cook on the barbecue. The guest house offers a variety of wellness options, including a hot tub, a spa facilities, and yoga classes. Fishing, hiking, and walking tours are possible within the area, and the guest house offers a private beach area. Christmas Cove Marina is 12 miles from Island Alive Guest House. Kingscote Airport is 22 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
5.0
High score for Pelican Lagoon

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Acacia
    United States United States
    Everything was excellent, beautiful outdoor sitting area, the kitchen / common living area has a big window where you can watch kangaroos drink water, the rooms were comfortable. Saw a good amount of kangaroos passing through. Kitchen well stocked...
  • Sydney
    United States United States
    Such a great location and property. Honestly my favorite part of Kangaroo Island was hanging out here! So relaxing being in the woods and hanging on the hammock with the wallaby mom and baby walking around. The common area is a big size and...
  • G
    Graeme
    Australia Australia
    It was a magical unique experience a truly authentic Kangaroo Island experience. Hammocks, Sauna, ice bath, outdoor shower, great facilities for making a special dinner under the stars sprinkled with fairy lights in a forest out of a fairy tail. ...
  • Carol
    Australia Australia
    kitchen was well equipped & had lots of stuff you don't want to buy like oil & salt & pepper etc Great quiet location, lots ofcarea to have own space kangaroo visits not too far from Penneshaw for supplies
  • Sam
    Australia Australia
    Such a peaceful location, and seeing the kangaroos in the evenings is great. Amy is such a kind person too and was so welcoming, and seemed genuinely interested when talking to me
  • Katharina
    Germany Germany
    Wonderful cabin in the woods! Kangaroos and wallabies were visiting the area to get some water - it was an amazing experience. Would definitely come back :)
  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    It was great, rustic, everything we needed. Didn’t get to meet the owner but she left us a welcome message.
  • Helene
    Belgium Belgium
    The location is superb!! Lost in the middle of nowhere, next to the wildlife and Nature, close to the beach. The general atmosphere, the kitchen, the outdoor setting... it was a perfect retreat and a good base to explore the island.
  • Piotr
    Poland Poland
    Big kitchen, everything in the room was clean and new.
  • Theo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice and peaceful, surrounded by kangaroos. Comfortable, clean and friendly owner :)

Hosted by Amy Pysden

9.3
9.3
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Amy Pysden
We offer a shared accommodation experience in a picturesque forest setting, with wildlife on the doorstep, a conservation park next door and relaxation services on hand. Hire a cozy room in one of our 3 cabins and share the living space and outdoor seating with other guests in an opportunity for social connection. Or retreat to one of our hammocks or sitting areas scattered in the forest for peace and tranquility. The main living cabin is cosy and comfortable with an A/C for hot summer days and a pot-belly for winter. The kitchen is modern and has a dishwasher, microwave and gas stove, internet and Netflix on the smart TV. The bathroom attached to the main cabin is a unique feature with a clear perspex roof boasting views of the forest and sky. The King Ensuite room has a private bathroom and forest views. The twin room can be a double bed or two singles and the dorm room sleeps 3 with a bunk and a single bed. On site we have a 6 seater, traditional barrel sauna with forest views, and a 5 seater wood-fired hot tub. These are available to hire for EXTRA COST. Booking these facilities happens after securing your accommodation. We also offer a packages with massage, sauna and hot tub included. Please Inquire about these after booking.
I am an island local and passionate nature enthusiast. As a certified Wim Hof Method instructor I offer ice baths, breathwork, sauna and contrast therapy to the guests for those wanting a truly invigorating experience! We have created this property as a family project - a labour of love and ingenuity that has evolved over time to provide an exceptionally unique accommodation experience, one that is truly immersed in nature, disconnected from the outside world and offering a memorable Island experience. I am on site most days but live around the corner so am easily contactable to help make your stay as enjoyable as possible!
Located only a 15 minute drive from Penneshaw Ferry Terminal we are easy to access but feel secluded from the outside world. Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park borders one side of our property and guess have private access and marked trails to explore. The protected cove of Island Beach is only a 3 minute drive away, and the pounding waves of the Southern Ocean at Pennington Bay are a 14km trip down the road. Enjoy surfing, fishing, swimming and nature walks at these locations.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Island Alive Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Hot tub

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/out
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access

    General

    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Spa

    • Yoga classes
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Open-air bath
      Additional charge
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Sauna

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
    Check-out
    Available 24 hours
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    FAQs about Island Alive Guest House