The Rusty Kangaroo - Spectacular Ocean View Premium Couples Retreat

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.9
Rated exceptional

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10
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

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About this property

Spectacular Ocean Views: The Rusty Kangaroo in Penneshaw offers stunning sea views and a sun terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property, ensuring connectivity during their stay. Comfortable Accommodation: The holiday home features air-conditioning, a terrace, and a kitchenette. Additional amenities include a private bathroom, streaming services, and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. Convenient Facilities: Private check-in and check-out services, an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities enhance the guest experience. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Christmas Cove Marina is 6 km away, and Kingscote Airport is 44 km from the property. Guests can enjoy fishing and explore nearby points of interest.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site

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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michelle
    Australia Australia
    “Wow!! what was not to like. This beautiful home is tastefully decorated both inside and out, including all the rustic furnishing, which we absolutely loved. This extremely private and comfortable home with picturesque views to die for had...”
  • Larni
    Australia Australia
    “Very cosy and good location - host was very informative and knowledgeable about the region Accommodation was well equipped and very comfortable”
  • Gail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Rusty Kangaroo is a fabulous place to stay. Location ( once you find it!) is stunning. Kangaroos roam freely around the house and you could spend hours just sitting on the verandah looking out at sea. Ian and Sylvia go above and beyond to...”
  • Aislinn
    Australia Australia
    “We were greeted by the hosts and given lots of great tips about things to do during our stay on the island. It is a beautiful home that has everything you need. The house is just outside the nearest town and has a stunning view over the ocean....”
  • Alex
    Australia Australia
    “Our hosts were delightful and couldn’t do enough for us - their home is perfect, the view to die for and KI a magical place!”
  • Jayden
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was beautiful, fantastic view. Hosts were friendly and informative. It was a comfortable retreat to watch movies by the fire in. Location was just up the road from Penneshaw, which had all amenities needed.”
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    “Clean ,neat and great facilities. Lovely place and people”
  • James
    Australia Australia
    “The rusty kangaroo was such a pleasant experience. Slyvia and Ian, we’re so accommodating they had offered to stoke the fire whilst we were out for they day and also had it ready when we arrived at the place! Also they both gave us a very...”
  • Martin
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful views of bay & great Sunsets. Excellent hosts with lots of local knowledge & helpful suggestions. The home has a unique style with lovely outside area.”
  • Chenshuo
    China China
    “The house was really clean! The owner was so friendly and they are very kind, even told us a few spots it has beautiful views. I will definitely choose them the next time I come to Kangaroo Island.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Ian and Sylvia

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Ian and Sylvia
The Rusty Kangaroo Accommodation Booking com Award Winner 2025 – Exceptional! A premium, secluded couple’s retreat offering panoramic sea views and the raw beauty of Kangaroo Island’s landscape. Enjoy five-star comfort, eclectic style, great value, and the warmth of truly accommodating hosts. Located on a tranquil 100-acre property, a prime location just 6 km from the charming seaside town of Penneshaw and the Sealink Ferry, The Rusty Kangaroo is perfectly positioned for both privacy and convenience. The ideal setting to unwind, relax, rejuvenate and renew as you breath in natures pure beauty of untouched bushland, pristine beaches and wildlife encounters. Note: For guests wanting a deeper connection with the island, we offer private guided touring (available at an additional cost) with a knowledgeable local tour guide, showcasing hidden gems, wildlife encounters, and stories only a true island insider can share. At the Rusty Kangaroo, our aim is simple: to exceed your expectations and create lasting memories you’ll treasure for years to come. See you at the Rusty Kangaroo. Sylvia & Ian Taylor
Welcome to our happy place. We live on the property and we are experienced world travellers that bring a unique personalised service to our guests. Sylvia is a qualified tour guide and specialises in Kangaroo Island Itineraries, bookings and local information with 5 star reviews. As our guest, you will receive a 2 day free itinerary plan. Let us transform your vacation into an experience. (Our story) The evolution of the Rusty Kangaroo As a couple, we have travelled the world and seen many beautiful places and beaches. We decided on a family holiday to KI on a whim. That was 20 years ago Within 4 days we bought a property of 100 acres of native wilderness …. and we are not spontaneous people. We fell in love with the tranquillity, the wildlife and the pristine beaches. And what is even crazier… we bought the old Pennshaw dump! People today often comment that it is one of the best views on the island. We have turned a lemon into a lemonade. Oh, by the way, the dump is long gone! We have personally built our home from the ground up with many years of blood, sweat and tears. Our goal was to build our home with as much up-cycled material as possible that is nothing like suburbia. This was our contribution to the environment in having a low carbon footprint.
Languages spoken: German,English,Italian

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House rules

The Rusty Kangaroo - Spectacular Ocean View Premium Couples Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Rusty Kangaroo - Spectacular Ocean View Premium Couples Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.