Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 155 reviews.
Adrian
United Kingdom · Couple · November 2026
“Lovely place, great room, great host”
+Great self serve buffet
Angeli
Australia · Solo · July 2026
+Clran, tidy and peaceful host are great
−NA
Terri Brougham
Australia · Solo · June 2026
“If there was perfection then this is it.”
+We couldn't find anything not to like. The place was easy to find. June greeted us like old friends and was very welcoming and ready for a chat. The room and facilities were of a very high standard - clean, warm and inviting. The view from our room to Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary was lovely, with the odd kangaroo and potoroo hoping about. Just behind the garage is where the Dingoe enclosure is, so we had the magical voices of the singles howl every now and again, and you could see them quite clearly from our side of the fence. Watching the little wagtails dipping into the birdbath outside our door in the evening was a wonderful way to end a day. The shared areas of the lounge and dining room were gorgeously arranged. Open fire with plenty of comfortable seating. The continental breakfast was generous, with plenty to fill you up. This is a place that we will definitely recommend to our friends and family, and we will be returning, hopefully very soon. 2 days were not enough. A major 5 stars from us. The photo's do not do this property justice.
−We cannot find one thing that we could even slightly change.
Kathryn
Australia · Family · May 2026
“we felt that the care factor from the hosts for their guests was low.”
−Our request for gluten free breakfast for one had been acknowledged by the property but we could not find any GF cereal or bread in the breakfast area. The toilet seat was dangerously loose. The property was not well sign-posted, making it more difficult to find.
Tanya
Australia · Couple · April 2026
“Beds were comfortable, communication with host was immediate and breakfast was great”
+The location was perfect for our attendance at a wedding at Mt Lofty. The Bush setting was beautiful to wake up to. It was a short drive to shops and pubs
−I was disappointed that heating was only available in the bedroom, but understand it will be extended to lounge and dining area
Stefan Thomas
Australia · Couple · April 2026
+Great thanks
Dannielle
Australia · Couple · March 2026
“Excellent to rest & relax”
+It was just a perfect place to rest and recoup from work life and family life. We got to see a Koala in a tree right outside the door. The kookaburras laughing. Seen the dingoes and animals from the wildlife park next door.
−I think with a tidy up of the rubbish and cut back some bushes it would be even more magical.
Tony
Australia · Solo · March 2026
“Restful and very enjoyable.”
+The serenity was outstanding, along with close access to the native animals contained in the adjoining fenced area. The continental breakfast was very good.
−The only downside to the retreat was availability to facilities i.e. shops, restaurants etc. That aside, I would strongly recommend staying at the Stringy Bark Retreat for a quiet and somewhat secluded accommodation.
Michael
Australia · Couple · March 2026
“Peaceful”
+It was quiet with the only sounds being from nature. Location is excellent, 10 minutes from Hahndorf, 10-20 minutes to Adelaide Hills wineries, 30 to 40 minutes to Mclaren Vale wineries, Just over an hour to the Barossa Valley. Central too many artisan food makers including cheese makers.
Portia
Australia · Couple · January 2026
“Fabulous stay for Tour Down Under”
+Didn't expect completely breakfast beautiful touch 😍 wonderful host June