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Adelaide Hills Retreats

255-259 Oakwood Road Balhannah, 5242 Balhannah, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 73 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.7
Exceptional
73 reviews

Great host communication. Outdoor spot was amazing as well as inside.

Chantel Australia

Villa Lemoni was exceptional. Great location for seeing everything, incredibly clean, lovely hosts, furnishings and fittings of very high quality. Gorgeous setting, especially if you’re looking for peace and quiet and to relax.

Abigail Australia

Everything was PERFECT! Extremely happy with my experience at Adelaide Hills Retreat. Mandy was extremely helpful and thoughtful.

Jasmine Australia

Everything, location, how private the villa is, and how well equipped is.

Jaime Australia

beautiful, spacious, beautifully renovated. great garden full of bird life. morning visits from a local alpaca herd and a koala in our gum tree.

Gerry Australia

The location and furnishings are lovely. So quiet and peaceful.

Jules Australia

Perfect in every way! Immaculate attention to detail creating the perfect ambience and a luxurious stay. Great suggestions for nearby restaurants and wineries but why why would you want to leave this spot ?? Generous breakfast supplies, a warm fireplace , underfloor heating , a music playlist and the most serene relaxing spaces .

Wanda Australia

Beautiful surroundings. Lovely place to relax and unwind

Carmen Australia

This is our second stay at Adelaide Hills Retreat and yet again didn’t disappoint. Everything was exceptional. As soon as we walked through the front door instant relaxation as well as everything was perfectly thought out. I’m sure we will be back, for the third time in the near future.

Dave Australia

Excellent house in a beautiful location, we loved it.!

Liz Australia
9.7
Exceptional
73 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great host communication. Outdoor spot was amazing as well as inside.”
    Chantel Chantel Australia Australia
  • “Villa Lemoni was exceptional. Great location for seeing everything, incredibly clean, lovely hosts, furnishings and fittings of very high quality.”
    Abigail Abigail Australia Australia
  • “Everything was PERFECT! Extremely happy with my experience at Adelaide Hills Retreat. Mandy was extremely helpful and thoughtful.”
    Jasmine Jasmine Australia Australia
  • “Everything, location, how private the villa is, and how well equipped is.”
    Jaime Jaime Australia Australia
  • “beautiful, spacious, beautifully renovated. great garden full of bird life. morning visits from a local alpaca herd and a koala in our gum tree.”
    Gerry Gerry Australia Australia
  • “The location and furnishings are lovely. So quiet and peaceful.”
    Jules Jules Australia Australia
  • “Perfect in every way! Immaculate attention to detail creating the perfect ambience and a luxurious stay.”
    Wanda Wanda Australia Australia
  • “Beautiful surroundings. Lovely place to relax and unwind”
    Carmen Carmen Australia Australia
  • “This is our second stay at Adelaide Hills Retreat and yet again didn’t disappoint. Everything was exceptional.”
    Dave Dave Australia Australia
  • “Excellent house in a beautiful location, we loved it.!”
    Liz Liz Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff 9.8
  • Facilities 9.8
  • Cleanliness 9.8
  • Comfort 9.9
  • Value for money 9.2
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi 9.4
High score for Balhannah

Located on a peaceful property, overlooking scenic Adelaide Hills countryside, Adelaide Hills Retreats offer peaceful, secluded accommodations with a spa bath, a fireplace and a private patio. Free WiFi is included.

Both retreats have a flat screen-TV, a DVD player, an iPod with music and an iPod docking station. Each has a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave, stove and refrigerator.

Adelaide Hills Retreats are 2 minutes’ drive from Oakbank Racecourse and Oakbank Golf Club. Adelaide Airport is a 45-minute drive away.

Breakfast provisions will be supplied for guests to cook their own breakfast, including eggs, bacon, tomatoes, fresh fruit, bread, cereal, jams, juice, freshly ground plunger coffee, tea leaves, herbal teas, and milk. Each retreat also includes private barbecue facilities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Adelaide Hills Retreats has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jul 20, 2012

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Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Free WiFi
Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Balhannah
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Chantel
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Great host communication. Outdoor spot was amazing as well as inside.”
  • Abigail
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Villa Lemoni was exceptional. Great location for seeing everything, incredibly clean, lovely hosts, furnishings and fittings of very high quality. Gorgeous setting, especially if you’re looking for peace and quiet and to relax.”
  • Jasmine
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Everything was PERFECT! Extremely happy with my experience at Adelaide Hills Retreat. Mandy was extremely helpful and thoughtful.”
  • Jaime
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Everything, location, how private the villa is, and how well equipped is.”
  • Gerry
    AustraliaAustralia
    “beautiful, spacious, beautifully renovated. great garden full of bird life. morning visits from a local alpaca herd and a koala in our gum tree.”
  • Jules
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The location and furnishings are lovely. So quiet and peaceful.”
  • Wanda
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Perfect in every way! Immaculate attention to detail creating the perfect ambience and a luxurious stay. Great suggestions for nearby restaurants and wineries but why why would you want to leave this spot ?? Generous breakfast supplies, a warm...”
  • Carmen
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Beautiful surroundings. Lovely place to relax and unwind”
  • Dave
    AustraliaAustralia
    “This is our second stay at Adelaide Hills Retreat and yet again didn’t disappoint. Everything was exceptional. As soon as we walked through the front door instant relaxation as well as everything was perfectly thought out. I’m sure we will be ...”
  • Liz
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Excellent house in a beautiful location, we loved it.!”
Property questions and answers
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  • Do you have gluten free options, and I can't see where I can order the grazing plater. Also do you have queen or King size beds?
    Hello- We can arrange to provide Gluten Free options if you would prefer, and the Main bedroom beds are beautiful comfy King Sized beds.
    Answered on 27 July 2020
  • trying to find a BnB with a king size bed for 2 ? any ??
    Yes! we certainly have King sized beds! In The Nest, and in the main bedroom of Villa Lemoni- the King Beds are divine! We receive such great feedback..
    Answered on 14 April 2021
  • My daughter is getting married so we are wanting to arrive the night before and then head to the reception at 5pm. What time is check out please
    Hello, it's Mandy here from Adelaide Hills Retreats! Our check-out time is anytime up to 11am on the day of departure...I'm sorry- your name hasn't co..
    Answered on 20 November 2021
  • Hi what time can check in be at the earliest ?
    Despite us saying 3pm, we always text our Guests as soon as their retreat is ready. So if all goes to plan, we can possibly offer you a check in aroun..
    Answered on 17 May 2021
  • Hi, I am planning accomodation for the night before my wedding and 2 nights after. Based on guest numbers i need the vila that sleeps 4 people on the ..
    Hello, I'm Mandy from Adelaide Hills Retreats... For me to accurately quote you and see that we can help you, could I please ask for the dates you ar..
    Answered on 10 November 2020
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Hosted by Mandy Adcock

9.8
Host Review Score
Mandy Adcock
Welcome to Adelaide Hills Retreats! Formally Adelaide Hills Country Cottages, our family has been welcoming guests onto our property since 1980. We are thrilled to invite you to choose from our two beautifully presented, stunningly located Retreats in the heart of the Adelaide Hills! Villa Lemoni is a Mediterranean Inspired Villa with many homely and decadent features. King Bed, a really deep Double Spa Bath, Underfloor Bathroom Heating, Wood Fire, spectacular views! One or two couples can relax beautifully for a short, or long stay! You are completely self-contained with a fully equipped kitchen too! The Nest is a beautiful Studio Suite- just for two! The Spa Bath has views all the way from where we are here in Balhannah- to Mount Lofty and is quite breathtaking. You will feel totally cozy, within the studio suite, with the log fire, and large windows that really bring the view inside. It is newly decorated in a comfortable, modern ambiance, that puts you at ease from the minute you arrive. My heart is that you will feel the peace and unwind the minute you arrive! Enjoy!
About Us: My name is Mandy Adcock, and along with my husband Steve, have been involved in welcoming guests to our properties since the year 2000. We are truly excited about our two Retreats and the wonderful ambiance we have created for our valued Guests. We make sure we lovingly prepare your Retreat for you, with provisions for delicious Breakfasts included for you each morning. Our team works hard for you to feel our "personal welcome" in the way we present your Retreat for you, with the lights on, the heater going, and the wood fire all set ready for you to just strike a match and get the fire going in the cooler months, relaxing music to welcome you as you walk in. Our aim is for every Guest to say "WOW!" when they first walk in the door! Over the years, we have noticed our Guests prefer to drive straight to their Retreats on arrival, than drop into our Reception, so have facilitated this change. Despite minimal interaction with our Guests now, we like to make sure that you know we are only a phone call away should there be anything we can assist you with! Wishing you - WOW!
Information about the neighborhood? Where do I start? Wineries, Restaurants, Country Pubs, Cultural Trails and stunning drives to spend a lazy afternoon are plentiful! Adelaide Hills really is a wonderful base to plant yourself, and you can chose to be a busy as you like, or as lazy as you like! Our wineries are really such a"must do!" Our closest Winery to Adelaide Hills Retreats is Cobbs Hill and is a beautiful place to enjoy a platter over a vino or two, looking out over beautiful gardens and country views. The Townships of Hahndorf, Stirling, Bridgewater are all within a 20 minute radius of us and are inspiring if you love good food, history, and a bit of wine tasting. We are located right in the middle of the McLaren Vale (45 mins south west) and the Barossa Valley (45 mins north east) so day trips to each of these regions are quite within reach! You might say we are right in the heart of the Wineries, so you can pick your favourites to visit from any of these regions!
Language spoken: English
Area info *
Amenities of Adelaide Hills Retreats
Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Free WiFi
Free parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa tub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Adelaide Hills Retreats takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Check-out

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Adelaide Hills Retreats accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Adelaide Hills Retreats

  • Yes, Adelaide Hills Retreats is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Adelaide Hills Retreats offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Check-in at Adelaide Hills Retreats is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Adelaide Hills Retreats include:

    • Villa
    • Studio

  • The prices at Adelaide Hills Retreats may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Adelaide Hills Retreats is 1.1 miles from the center of Balhannah.

  • Guests staying at Adelaide Hills Retreats can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish