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The Shack Port Clinton | Your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation!

Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board
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Escape to The Shack Port Clinton, where the ocean views and salty air will revitalize your senses. With a fully fenced yard, reverse cycle heating and cooling, this pet-friendly haven is perfect for families or friends. Enjoy quality time on the large shady front veranda with beach views while cooking up a storm in the fully functional kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Shack Port Clinton | Your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation!

The Shack at Port Clinton – Welcome!

• Pet-friendly: Fully fenced front and back yards for your furry friends.
• Comfortable living: Reverse cycle heating and cooling, plus accommodation for up to 6 people across three bedrooms (queen, double, bunk with single and double).
• Fully equipped: Kitchen and lounge with ocean views, digital TV, DVD player, and all essentials included.
• Relax: Spacious, shady veranda—perfect for unwinding and enjoying the sea breeze.
• Budget: great value, in a beautiful position with fantastic views. To keep things simple (and affordable), we don’t provide extras. (BYO bedding & linen, tea & coffee, internet). Other than that, everything’s yours to enjoy—make yourself at home!

Local Highlights:
• Just 125 km from Adelaide, Port Clinton offers sandy beaches, great fishing, and crabbing (Sept–April).
• Explore the 6 km Mangrove Walk to Price.
• Visit the general store, swim in the community pool, play bingo, or discover Clinton Conservation Park and its abundant birdlife.
• Enjoy scenic drives, bushwalking, museums, and golf across the beautiful Yorke Peninsula.

History:
Matthew Flinders first explored this coastline in 1802. Once an important shipping hub, the area holds rich stories, from its early settlers and jetty days to the nearby historic town of Price, now known for salt mining and classic local buildings.

We hope you enjoy your stay at “The Shack Port Clinton”—your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Note from host: Please include the number of pets and type of pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

The Shack Port Clinton Clinton
The Shack Port Clinton Private vacation home
The Shack Port Clinton Private vacation home Clinton
102941

About the neighborhood

Map
Port Clinton, SA

What's nearby

  • Wills Creek Conservation Park - 9 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ardrossan National Trust Museum - 24 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Walk The Yorke Port Wakefield Trailhead - 27 min drive - 23.1 miles
  • Tiddy Widdy Reserve - 28 min drive - 22.9 miles
  • Bumbunga Lake - 52 min drive - 43.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Price S. A. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Port Clinton Community and Sports Club - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shack Port Clinton | Your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Shack Port Clinton | Your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shack Port Clinton | Your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Shack Port Clinton | Your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Clinton vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Wills Creek Conservation Park and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Clinton Conservation Park. Price Golf Club is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away.

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The Shack Port Clinton | Your gateway to beachside fun, history, and relaxation! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place

This was our 2nd time staying here and will definitely do it again. Great accommodation, great view, peaceful all up loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little Paradise cove

Great from start to finish, clean tidy and perfect location. We had and amazing couple of days and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Awesome place to stay, we hope to be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The shack

Awesome view quiet great place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ally s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a lovely peaceful time. Nice and clean place. Bed was comfortable. My dogs loved the large front yard. I will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away with mum.

Had a wonderful relaxing stay. Thankyou, we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Always love this place perfect shack for a get away so awesome its pet friendly the dogs love it and going for a swim.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Beautiful location and very comfortable and tidy property. Located on the water front in best location in town. The town itself is a hidden gem. Stayed with young child and elderly parent, the property was suitable for all of us. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

Perfect property to have a relax & catch up with family. A home away from home, but with a sea view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

DELIA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A change of pace

Lovely relaxing stay away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing and very quiet

Great place to unwind, stunning sunrises lovely beach for walking and great that we can enjoy our holiday with our dogs
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

We love going to this shack with our border collies. Has everything you need for a short get away and be able to take your fur babies with you. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We loved it, would love to book again in October.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clinton Getaway to The Shack

Great location. Friendly locals. Daily walks along the foreshore including a section of Walk The Yorke. Corner store fuel. The Shack was well set up clean - easy living. Comfy beds. Views of the bay. We had a great time. Thx Kerry Steve.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This place is popular, a great relaxing family weekender, book early!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Lovely location The house had everything you needed Very clean and we’ll presented
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The shack

We really enjoyed our stay at the shack it was a beautiful place so close to the water and the house was spotless closed in yard was perfect for our furbaby we would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We just love this holiday home. Feels like home. Perfect location pet friendly and has everything you need. Only short drive from Adelaide
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

rosemaryeast53Rosemary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Value for money

Property clean and in a great position in regard to the water. Would book again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat H., Tanunda Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing getaway

Fabulous little place to stay with our dogs! Did absolutely nothing and enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

We stayed for 2 nights & absolutely loved it. Very secure for our fur babies, we will be back ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Front

Lovely property clean and well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quiet relaxing place

Perfect beautiful place to stay, very quiet to relax, very friendly, everything there we needed and the kids loved some of the dvds for down time. Nothing like your morning coffee out on the front decking watching the water, wild life beautiful way to start your day. Will definitely be going back again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We loved our weekend thank you. We were winners at Bingo! We'll be back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent get away.

We had an absolutely wonderful time. The location, the cleanliness of the house, friendly neighbours, it was exactly what we all needed. A wonderful time with family. We even caught some fish and went crabbing. Totally awesome and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024