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General
- Spacious holiday park deep in the South Australian bush
- A 15-minute drive from Penola and an hour from the coast
- Pet-friendly, bordered by a lake and vineyard; fishing possible
Planning to tour the various vineyards north of Penola? Then say g'day to Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park, a spacious and outdoorsy spot as relaxing as it is remote.
As well as the parts that are kept green and well-maintained for guests, the folk who own this place also have around 200 acres of virgin bush to their name and have created two outback trails. Whether you opt for the longer or the shorter route, scan the landscape for wallabies, kangaroos, echidnas and wombats – the critters here have never been harassed by humans, making them all the more quizzical in their interactions with passers-by.
In September, the campground team can help you forage for Morel mushrooms, a tasty savoury treat that can fetch well over a hundred dollars a kilo at big city markets. Marron and yabby can also be caught at the lake most of the year.
As you'll have gathered, Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park caters to foodies, nature-hunters and fans of the good life. It follows, then, that there's plenty of wine to be had around here, with more than 25 cellar door spots located within 20 kilometres. If you're planning on sampling the wares, the park's handy shuttle can take up to seven guests out to the best of them for an extra charge.
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Languages spoken
✓ Simplified Chinese
✓ English
Please note
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
A cable measuring at least 20 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
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Max. persons: 4 x
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
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Max. persons: 4 x
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Max. persons: 4 x
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Max. persons: 4 x
Dimensions: 10.0m width x 4.0m length (32.8ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)
Bedrooms: 1
Max. persons: 2 x
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
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Features
Coronavirus
24+ hour ventilation between accommodation guests
Activities/entertainment run in smaller groups
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Check-in: one group at a time
Check-in: self check-in (unattended)
Dedicated toilet facility per glamping unit
Deep cleaning of accommodation units between guests
Extra spacing in seated areas
Extra toilet/shower facilities available
Hand sanitizing stations
Individual rooms in toilet/shower/basin facilities
More frequent emptying of bins
Leisure on park
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Playground
Recreation room/arcade
TV room
Takeout
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on park
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Free wifi
Grocery store
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundry
Parent & baby washroom
Payphone
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Restrooms
Shower available
Tents for hire
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Scouts welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Camping 2.0
Bell tents
Geodesic domes
Jumbo tent sites
Microlodges
Pre-erected tents
Tipis, yurts, or wigwams
Themes
Bush
Lake and/or mountain
Luxury
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Wild camping
Utilities
Charging facilities
Communal fridge
Dump point
Electric car charging point(s)
No drinkable water point
No hot water
No running water
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Farm
Large (51-200 sites)
Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Restaurant nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point
Water hook-up points for caravans
Location
Local attractions
Want the low-down on what kinds of grapes to expect? Cabernet Sauvignon does well in the rich soil in this part of South Australia, meaning there's a fine range of bordeaux-style wines to discover. So lip-smackingly good are these Antipodean reds that they've come to rival the French original – although perhaps it's worth taking a generous gulp of both before making up your mind, just to be on the safe side…
There's more to life than wine, though, and it must be admitted that vineyard-hopping isn't the most kid-friendly of activities. With that in mind, perhaps plump for a trip to Penola Fantasy Theme Park and Model Railway (15 minutes' drive). You can also take your brood for outdoor strolls along the Bool Lagoon (20 minutes), one of southern Australia's largest and most diverse freshwater habitats.
Also of note are the cracking Engelbrecht Caves in Mount Gambier (50 minutes), a great potential pit-stop as you wend your way towards the Limestone Coast. Brilliant bathing spots to try along this lush stretch of sandy shores include Beachport, Southend and Carpenter Rocks (all of which are around an hour's drive).
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and caravan | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | Anytime |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | Anytime |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park cancellation policy
No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.
Bookings cannot be amended within 14 day(s) of arrival.
The campground/park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park will debit the balance from your card 1 week before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 1 week then the balance will be taken immediately.
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. Cancellations due to COVID-19 for bookings made before 1 March 2022, can transfer deposits to a future stay booked within 3 months of your arrival date. Read more.You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking.
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park? Want the low-down on what kinds of grapes to expect? Cabernet Sauvignon does well in the rich soil in this part of South Australia, meaning there's a fine range of bordeaux-style wines … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park? From $125 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
