Whether you’re seeking a minimalist lifestyle, looking to reduce your ecological footprint, or simply craving a cozy abode, South Australia has a thriving tiny home community waiting to be explored.
From the picturesque Adelaide Hills to the tranquil shores of the Fleurieu Peninsula, SA boasts a range of breathtaking options for you to switch off and reconnect.
So if you dream of relaxing in a sleek modern design or a rustic retreat amidst nature, this guide will unveil a great selection of accommodations, each offering a unique perspective on SA’s charm.
ACRON NOOK – DINGABLEDINGA
This tiny house, the Nook, is nestled under oak trees. A perfect stay during the local wedding season, or when you just want to get out and explore. As a part of the Lazy Ballerina in South Australia, this Eco Pod sits on the brink of the Kuitpo Forest in Dingabledinga. Including three gazetted Native Forest Reserves covering 469 hectares, the surrounding land embodies a rich variety of trees, shrubs and ground cover species that provide significant habitat for Australian native birds, reptiles and mammals.
Styled with a rustic touch and wabi-sabi principles, the Nook is equipped with a queen bed and kitchenette facilities, including a BBQ, and even a luxurious outdoor bath.
Acorn Nook
Where: Dingabledinga, South Australia.
Price: From $225 per night.
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BAYSIDE GLAMPING TINY HOUSE – MARION BAY
Constructed with a mix of new and recycled materials, Bayside Glamping Tiny House is a tranquil getaway that features a loft bed with uninterrupted views of natural grasslands and abundant wildlife, providing the perfect escape for nature enthusiasts.
Guests will be welcomed with a bottle of complimentary wine from Barley Stacks Winery, just to help you unwind that bit more.
The tiny home is also just a short 2-minute drive out of town, just incase you need more supplied for your weekend away!
Bayside Glamping Tiny House
Where: 4 Kestrel Ct, Marion Bay.
Price: From $300 per night.
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CABN – SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Whether you’re exploring the pristine beaches of the Fleurieu Peninsula or sipping wines in the heart of the Barossa, CABN have tiny homes sprawled out across our beautiful state. You can find the cabins at the iconic Seppeltsfield, Clare Valley, McLaren Vale and many more, allowing visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in natural surroundings while enjoying stylish and eco-friendly luxury accommodations.
They feature luxurious interiors with premium comforts, including a spacious king-size bed beneath a glass skylight, a coffee machine, a cozy fireplace, a large indoor bath, a private cedar sauna, and an outdoor Weber kitchen.
CABN
Where: Multiple locations, from the Adelaide Hills to Kangaroo Island
Price: From $270 per night
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CAMEL BEACH HOUSE – VENUS BEACH
This two-bed tiny home is perfect for those looking to switch off and get back to basics for a little while. Located on the Beautiful Eyre Peninsula, you will feel a world away from the typical hustle and bustle of everyday life.
With its rustic charm and off-grid sustainability, you will immediately be able to recharge your batteries and while you’re at it, why not explore the surrounding golden dunes and glistening waters of Camel Beach?
Camel Beach House
Where: Mt Camel Beach, Venus Bay SA 5607
Price: From $490 per night
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CASA FELIZ – PORT WILLUNGA
This beautiful home is located on the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula, only a short drive from the historic town of Aldinga – a town established on the Old Coach Road which was a critical link for the transportation of goods and people from Adelaide and Encounter Bay. As the modern art-deco home greets you, you’ll also notice the beautiful high ceilings encapsulating the fresh modern experience of the inside of the home, feeling like a breath of fresh air as you greet this country oasis. This two-bedroom, four-bed home makes ‘tiny living’ available to groups as well as couples with a limit of five guests. You are more than welcome to bring your pets along; this is the perfect stay for families of any size and shape.
Casa Feliz
Where: Port Willunga
Price: From $250 per night.
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COUNTRY HAVEN TINY HOMES – KYBUNGA
Located just 8km from Clare centre, this tiny house is close to the action, and yet, it’s a secluded accommodation where you can relax (so secluded, in fact, you can bathe outside!)
In addition to its old-fashioned on-deck tub, the tiny house also has heaps of other lovely features. The modern, light-filled space has a rain shower that opens onto the deck, a beautifully decorated bedroom with hanging lightbulbs, and orange features––including a salt lamp and tangerine-tinged bedding. There’s also a beautiful kitchen with a cooking counter and a wooden counter where you can eat and overlook the natural surroundings.
Country Haven Tiny Homes
Where: Kybunga, South Australia.
Price: From $251 per night.
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ECO EYRE – PORT GIBBON
Immerse yourself in nature’s embrace at Eco Eyre’s eco-pods, where relaxation and rejuvenation await. Two eco-pods are ready for booking, ideal for couples seeking a serene getaway amidst uninterrupted beachfront panoramas and captivating starlit skies. Enjoy a seaside swim, savour beachside barbecues, and venture out to explore the surrounding area. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins and majestic sea lions in their natural habitat, adding an extra touch of magic to your stay!
Eco Eyre
Where: Ocean Boulevard, Port Gibbon, Eyre Peninsula.
Price: From $189 per night.
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ECOPIA RETREAT – KANGAROO ISLAND
If we haven’t already convinced you to travel to Kangaroo Island at your earliest convenience, Ecopia Retreat may just be the thing that does it. The property is completely off-grid, using solar power and pure rainwater to power their eco-luxury villas.
The unique experience was carefully created allowing guests to relax into a nurturing getaway, surrounded by natural surroundings. Be sure to soak in the outdoor bathtub or roast some marshmallows in front of the wood fire as you take in the panoramic views.
Ecopia Retreat
Where: 563B Gregors Rd, Seddon SA 5223, Kangaroo Island.
Price: $800 per night.
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EYREWAY YAMBARA – PORT LINCOLN
Nestled by Sleaford Bay and the Port Lincoln National Park, this petite cabin accommodates up to four guests lavishly, boasting chic interior design and eco-friendly amenities powered by solar energy. Outside, guests can indulge in the pleasures of a fire pit equipped for culinary adventures. Perched atop the cliffs, the location offers breathtaking vistas ideal for avid coastal enthusiasts, with the added thrill of whale watching enhancing the panoramic spectacle.
EyreWay Yambara
Where: Port Lincoln, Eyre Peninsula.
Price: From $400 per night.
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FLOATHOME – HINDMARSH ISLAND
If you’re after a luxury experience on the water, look no further than Hindmarsh Island’s FloatHOME! The floating cabin embraces a tiny living concept, with small but efficiently laid out spaces perfect for any tiny home fan – all on the water!
Despite floatHOME’s smaller size, the interior is far from lacking. The ESD (Ecological Sustainable Design) principles have been adopted throughout the building, allowing for a space that embraces the beautiful natural environment of Hindmarsh. The building also embraces a temperate climate, with design principles opening rooms to the outdoors- encouraging the flow of fresh air and the cool water breeze.
FloatHOME
Where: Hindmarsh Island, South Australia.
Price: From $290 per night.
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NEST & NATURE – INMAN VALLEY
Located on the Fleurieu Peninsula, Nest & Nature brings nature to your doorstep. You will be amazed at how close the South Australian landscape will feel from the king-size bed inside the pod. Outside, you will be welcomed with a sheltered alfresco space with plenty of seating with a built-in outdoor barbecue.
You will also be able to cosy up in front of the fire pit as you snack on locally sourced gourmet goods provided. Honestly, sign us up.
Nest & Nature
Where: 459 Strangways Road, Inman Valley.
Price: From $588 per night.
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PARCOOLA RETREATS – OVERLAND CORNER
Parcoola Retreats’ riverside sanctuary, Villa Flow, offers a secluded escape with panoramic views of the Murray River at Overland Corner. Here, luxury harmonises with eco-conscious living in a serene rural setting, where a mere 120-meter stroll from the doorstep grants easy access to the Murray River.
This purposefully designed luxury rural accommodation, featuring Villa Flow and a restored stone cottage, offers abundant outdoor living space to enjoy sweeping views from a large deck and dining settings. Reconnect and stargaze around the fire pit or take a long soak in the claw foot bathtub, uniquely housed in the lovingly restored Fisherman’s cottage.
Parcoola Retreats
Where: Overland Corner.
Price: From $450 per night.
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TANONGA – CHARLTON GULLY
Just a 20-minute drive from Port Lincoln, Tanonga offers guests award-winning, fully equipped accommodations immersed in pristine natural surroundings. Wander along scenic trails, encounter wildlife, and delight in the melodies of birdsong overhead, while the night sky unveils a breathtaking expanse of stars. Committed to sustainability, this lodge ensures your rest is not only serene but also environmentally responsible, allowing you to slumber peacefully knowing your footprint is minimised.
Tanonga
Where: Pope Drive, Charlton Gully, 5607.
Price: From $380 per night.
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THE CUBE, MURRAY RIVER – MURRAY RIVER LAKES
“The Cube” on the Murray River is a gorgeously modern and innovative concept that combines luxurious living, with a bit of an odd twist. You’ll be unwinding on a floating cube house and what better setting than the beautiful tranquillity of the Murray River? Definitely put this one on your bucket list.
The Cube, Murray River
Where: Seymour Drive, Wellington East, Murray River Lakes and Coorong.
Price: From $329 per night.
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THE PINK LAKE TINY HOUSE – LOCHIEL
Just a short 95-minute drive from Adelaide, the Pink Lake Tiny House is perfectly positioned for excursions to the Clare Valley and Yorke Peninsula. A champion of sustainability, the Pink Lake Tiny House harnesses solar energy through rooftop panels, storing it in batteries for overnight use.
The Pink Lake tiny house boasts a Japanese-themed interior, complete with two loft bedrooms fitted with premium futons. One of these bedrooms even offers a skylight for avid stargazers.
The Pink Lake Tiny House
Where: 13 Frances Terrace, Lochiel SA 5510
Price: From $345 per night.
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TINY ROSIE BY INTO THE WILD ESCAPES – CRAWFORD
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In an easy 1-hour drive north of Adelaide’s CBD, you will find Tiny Rosie impressively mounted atop the Adelaide Hills, within the greater Barossa Valley region.
The tiny home is cleverly designed to blend with the natural environment and make the most of natural conditions, with heating and cooling also installed. Inside, guests relax with premium appointments and luxe linens, some with outdoor decks and baths and all powered exclusively by solar.
Tiny Rosie by Into the Wild Escapes
Where: Crawford, South Australia
Price: From $224 per night
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WANDERPOD KANGAROO ISLAND – MIDDLE ISLAND
Just a short ferry ride or flight from Adelaide, you will find four WanderPods on top of the northern bluff overlooking Snelling Beach. There are both one and two-bedroom cabins available, making it the perfect location for you and your partner or the ultimate friends getaway weekend.
The tiny homes were listed by the New York Times as one of the top Places to Visit for 2023, so what are you waiting for?
WanderPod Kangaroo Island
Where: 6208 North Coast Road, Middle River
Price: From $311 per night
For more information, click here.
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