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Aunt Amanda's Cottage
Postcode Location: 5157
Closest Capital City: 32kms S of Adelaide

Address: Peters Creek Road, Kangarilla SA 5157
Contact: Phone (08) 8383 7122

The property: Self-contained turn-of-the-century stone cottage on 50 acres of rolling hills dotted with sheep & gums, horse stabling, beautifully restored, open fire in lounge. Full kitchen facilities. Breakfast provisions - cooked or continental. BBQ area.
Facilities for your horse: stable, can provide feed or feed can be purchased nearby, holiday or overnight stays. Access to the Tom Roberts Trail/access to an indoor riding arena.
Other facilities: Spectacular views of the McLaren Vale wine region. Sorry - no dogs.

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Chamel Fields
Postcode Location: 5201
Closest Capital City: 50kms S of Adelaide

Address: Blackfellows Creek Road, Prospect Hill SA 5201
Contact: Phone (08) 8556 7442

The property: Chamel Fields is either a destination for a fulfilling farm holiday, or a home base from which to experience the many interesting activities of the region, or both!
Facilities for you: Farmstay - 2 bedroom cottage with facilities for 3 couples (1 queen, 2 double beds). Breakfast provisions if requested (farm or continental). Outdoor spa.
Facilities for your horse: stable, yards with/without shelters, round yard (under construction), BYO feed, 2 night minimum stay.
Other facilities: access to 40 km of riding trails (starting just across the road in the Kuitpo Forest - permit required from SA Forestry), bush walking (Heysen Trail), bird watching, miniature horses, Dexter cattle, wine tasting (Southern Vales). Sorry - no dogs.

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Wuriyurnga Trails Retreat B&B (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
Postcode Location: 5212
Closest Capital City: 80kms S of Adelaide

Address: Crows Nest Road, Port Elliot SA 5212
Contact: Phone (08) 8554 6581, Fax (08) 8554 6581, Mobile 0428 546 581

The property: Wuriyurnga Trails Retreat Bed and Breakfast is situated in the beautiful hills, approximately 7km from Port Elliot on a 50 acre property.
Facilities for you: Self contained accommodation for two, with cooked/continental breakfast and luxurious Jurlique products and home made treats. Other meals available by arrangement. Linen, ensuite, colour TV, heating, tea and coffee making facilities, kitchen, BBQ.
Facilities for your horse: Yards, shelters, paddocks available. BYO fencing permitted. Feed obtainable off-site or BYO feed (restrictions on what feed is allowed on property - please discuss these with the property and respect them). Access to riding trails. Beach riding 18kms away (permits required - property can arrange).
Other facilities: Only a short drive from beautiful coastal beaches and historic towns of Port Elliot /Goolwa and Victor Harbor. Bicycle and walking trails are available from the the property to local towns. This property is not appropriate for children. Sorry - no dogs.

Listed August 2005

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Dunalan Cottage
Postcode Location: 5269
Closest Capital City: 300kms SE of Adelaide (500km NW of Melbourne)

Address: Dukes Highway, Wolseley via Bordertown SA 5269
Contact: Phone (08) 8753 2323, Fax (08) 8753 2379, Mobile 0417 827122

The property: a well established 4,500 acre property, with sheep and cropping. Has been in the family for over four generations. The property's homestead and woolshed dates back to the late 1800's.
Facilities for you: B&B self contained cottage with two bathrooms, large dining and lounge areas (open fireplace in lounge), dishwasher, microwave, air-conditioned, washing machine, dryer. Twelve people can be comfortably accommodated - breakfast supplied. Also Homestay accommodation - fully catered.
Facilities for your horse: old dairy suitable for stabling, shared paddocks, feed can be purchased on-site, holiday or overnight stays.
Other facilities: 5000 acre property including 150 of natural scrub. Bushwalking, bird watching, horse riding, astro turf tennis court (lights). There is a golf course within walking distance. Dogs allowed.

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Lucindale Showgrounds
Postcode Location: 5273
Closest Capital City: 345kms SSE of Adelaide (490kms W of Melbourne)

Address: Lucindale PA & H Society, PO Box 34 Lucindale SA 5273
Contact: Phone (08) 8766 2223 - Craig (at the Pub)

Facilities: BYO horse camping available

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Listed May 2006

Barn Motel and Apartments
Postcode Location: 5291
Closest Capital City: 436kms SSE of Adelaide (435kms W of Melbourne)

Address: Nelson Road, OB Flat via MT GAMBIER SA 5290
Contact: Phone (08) 8726 8366, Fax (08) 8726 8333

The property: This 13 acre motel/apartment complex offers picturesque gardens and abundant bird life with plenty of country charm in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
Facilities for you: both motel and apartment style accommodation.
Facilities for your horse: 4 indoor stables (sawdust available), post and rail yards with or without shelters. Plenty of float parking.
Other facilities: Mount Gambier, while famous for its Blue Lake also offers some spectacular sinkholes and caves. Dogs welcome - conditions apply.

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Mt Gambier Showgrounds
Postcode Location: 5291
Closest Capital City: 450kms SSE of Adelaide (435kms W of Melbourne)

Address: Mt Gambier A & H Society, PO Box 106, Mt Gambier SA 5291
Contact: Phone (08) 8725 1873, Fax (08) 8724 9461

Facilities: Stables which are available $11 per night – bedding (sawdust) is available on site FOC but needs to be put in and removed by the camper. Camping - $11 per vehicle includes power, showers & toilets. Bookings to the office at minimum 24 hours notice.

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Port Augusta Pony Club
Postcode Location: 5700
Closest Capital City: 300kms N of Adelaide

Contact: Lynn Greenfield, 50 Simmons Crescent, Port Augusta SA 5700
Contact: Phone (08) 86410146, Fax (08) 86410146

Facilities for you: Toilets, powered sites (or nearby motel/caravan park).
Facilities for your horse: 21 undercover stalls available, plus a large "bullring" where horses who have been travelling for some time can stretch and roll. Local fodder store will deliver to grounds if required. Located adjacent to a suitable riding area.
Other info: Local vets will call to treat horses needing drenching before entering WA.

Listed October 2006