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A quaint and crooked Cornish cottage

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Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services
Exterior detail
Interior
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Moonta, SA
  • Moonta Mines Railway and Museum
    6 min walk
  • Moonta Golf Course
    4 min drive
  • Miner's Cottage
    7 min drive

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About the area

Moonta Mines

When you stay at this cottage in Moonta Mines, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Moonta Mines Railway and Museum and Moonta Golf Course. .This golf cottage is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Moonta Bay Water Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Moonta Bay Jetty.

What's nearby

  • Moonta Bay Water Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Moonta Bay Jetty - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Moonta Bay Swimming Enclosure - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Miner's Cottage - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Port Hughes Waterfront Park - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Taste the Yorke - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port Hughes Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Barn Gelateria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Capella's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nook & Nourish - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A quaint and crooked Cornish cottage

This is a cottage we bought in October 2020. We had many holidays cancelled through COVID and decided instead to explore our own backyard. We arrived in Moonta, fell instantly in love with its history and beautiful beaches and on spec bought this little cottage with our hearts instead of our heads! We loved that it was situated within an old cornish mining village and that the beach was just 5 minutes drive away.

The cottage sits back on its own surrounded by grass and native trees. It is fully fenced with views from the cottage variously of the setting sun, old mining buildings and a large original Methodist church built at about the same time as the cottage which is approximately 1860. Just a little bit further and within walking distance is a lovely old sweet shop, a railway station that runs a miniature train ride around the old mine site and the Moonta Mines Museum which was the old Moonta Mines school.

However we had inadvertently taken on a huge task and the cottage needed a great deal of work to make it habitable. It became quite plain after we started to unearth the cottages history and previous owners that little by way of maintenance had been done for the last 20 years. Prior to that it literally was a very basic dwelling with an outside toilet. So we got the tradies in and replastered, repainted and refurnished the whole house in about 3 months.

We have brought much of our own furniture and antiques to the cottage from where we live in the Adelaide Hills. We have also spent many hours trawling through the local antique shops, buying old furniture, sanding and varnishing and repurposing as many items as possible. The TV tables in the first two lounges as you walk through the door are a case in point.

The cottage with its three lounge areas and two bedrooms will ideally suit couples but is also great for young families because of the enclosed yard and space to explore the surrounding area on foot. There is a queen bed in one bedroom and a double bed with a single bed in the other bedroom.

There is an embarrassingly and excruciatingly small and dated toilet and shower area. It was originally just a shower but a sink and inside toilet was installed a generation ago.
We eventually along with all our other grand plans want to build a slightly more commodious and luxurious bathroom. Please bear with us until we upgrade and I hope you don't find the bathroom experience too difficult.

We have poured our heart and soul into the renovation but have much more to achieve. We have kept the price and cleaning fee reasonable so that you feel you can come and stay. We are constantly improving and maintaining the property and surrounding garden. It is always well cared for and scrupulously clean.

We cherish our little cottage steeped in history and testament to the ravages of time with leaning walls, tiny door frames, sloping floors, crooked chimneys, original packing wood floorboards, cotton reel handles on kitchen cupboards and much more. The framed letter and picture above the mantelpiece in the kitchen details the owners of yesteryear.

Quiet is a word that defines the immediate surrounds of our cottage and the space to imagine the hard worn lives of the original inhabitants. Your stay will hopefully be less arduous with the opportunity to enjoy a glass of wine, watch a Netflix movie or just marvel at the sun disappearing over the horizon as you sit under the front verandah.

Thank you for staying and we hope you enjoy this little cottage with all of its idiosyncrasies.

PLEASE BRING OWN SHEETS, PILLOW CASES AND BATH MATS, THANKYOU.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A Smart television with Netflix is provided, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

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A Quaint And Crooked Cornish
A quaint crooked Cornish cottage
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A quaint and crooked Cornish cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
In joyed aw stay very peaceful
👍
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kym M.

Liked: Cleanliness
COUSIN JACK'S
Fascinating cottage. We were in the area to play golf, but the accommodation stole the show. Every possible effort has been made by the owners to provide for every requirement. The shower and toilet was pretty basic, although completely satisfactory, and we were advised of this before booking. A really first class experience.in line with the description of what the cottage is like.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Moonta Mines Cottage
Great quirky little cottage, had everything we needed and more
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toeur C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Nice quirky cottage in the heart of moonta mine. Has all the amenities you need and kept very clean and tidy. Overall comfortable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anita A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cousin Jacks
The property was charming with a very sensitive renovation. Great blend of old and new giving an insight into the life of Cornish miners.Interesting history on cottage with photographs of renovations and the family who lived there. Host very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cousin Jacks
This little gem of a place is cosy, comfortable and enough space for 5 people to share. It was just me and my husband for a weekend getaway and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The property is spotlessly clean. Has everything you need (bring own sheets,pillow cases and towels) Loved the location. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic and authentic cottage
Nice comfortable beds, well equiped kitchen and plenty of antique furniture set in an old miners cottage. the rooms were clean and there were excellent instructions for using the facilities.directions for getting there were easy to follow. The cottage is great for people who want to experience a part of history.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A trip back to yesteryear
Very quaint and comfortable cottage, exceptionally clean and comfortable. Lovely quiet location, with easy access to everything. Only downside is bathroom (smelly drains and very small) however I believe owners a planning a refurb of bathroom. We would definitely stay again 💕
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
short break
Just had a homely feel about it and it had everything we needed, though we did not intend to cook! would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, well-appointed historic cottage
There are many "historic" cottages dotted around Australia, but this might be one of the oldest - lovingly renovated and restored without detracting from (in fact adding to) its charm. More than 160 years old, with some strange un-eveness to floors and ceilings, it has what is, to modern eyes, an unusual or counter-intuitive layout of its rooms, but is very well equipped and decorated with period furniture and artefacts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zita O., Perth. Western Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Moonta mines perfect to learn pioneer history.
This beautiful area and wonderful house suited all our needs. In fact exceeded what we expected. I wish we had been able to stay longer both to enjoy the house and to explore the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Minaz N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and very beautiful
There was everything which someone might need at home..... thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet refuge
Stayed at Port Hughes as children and cornish ancestors from area. Lovely to explore and reminisce. Cottage is homely and comfortable and we enjoyed the silence.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Cornish Experience
A unique cottage, accommodating five of us for a one night stay. The information provided prior to the visit was thorough and perfectly summarised our experience. We will definitely come again hopefully for longer next visit. Thankyou!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joanne M., Adelaide, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely delightful, quaint and classy!
I adored staying at Cousin Jack’s Miners Cottage. It was an exquisitely wonderful experience. The cottage is very comfortable and beautifully decorated. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy Cottage
If you're looking for a nice quaint little cottage that is comfortable and takes a trip down memory lane of history gone by, this is the property for you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
I only stayed one night but it was a lovely character filled cottage with lots of lovely antique items to look at. Amenities were fine. Small bathroom, but everything worked and great hot water. Nice quiet place to stay in a historic area a stones throw from Moonta, Wallaroo and Kadina.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane p.

Liked: Cleanliness
A1
Very happy. Kids and I had a great time in moonta and well deserved rest at cousinjacks. Caught the train just in time, after raiding the lolly shop. So much history. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
What a spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated property, full of nic nacs and history. The owner provides everything you need for a cosy and comfortable stay. We definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

edmund l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cousin jacks cottage
We enjoyed our little holiday very much Our cottage in moonta was very clean and Well stocked we will definitely book again for our next adventure
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Would like to say that the Cottage was lovely it had everything we needed it was very clean and tidy. But sorry to have to say this but the smell from the toilet was overwhelming my husband was the only one that used the shower. Myself my sister inlaw and my brother could not have a shower in there as we could not stand the smell for that long. My husband is a plumber and said that it needs to vented on the outside. Sorry to to tell you this but i feel that i had to i am not a person to complain but if people dont tell you ,you would never know.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage stay
Interesting cottage with old knick-knacks, comfortable with all that we needed. Has DVDs as well for rainy days, though we didn't need them as there was plenty to do in the area. The septic system is a little smelly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian T., Mount Pleasant, South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing! Amazing! Amazing!
10/10! This quirky little cottage is absolutely perfect for a quiet but amazing getaway. It's old timey charm and decor makes you feel right at home. Our highly Autistic Son is usually very on edge during vacations as it throws out his surroundings and routines, however he absolutely loved staying here and didn't want to leave! We highly recommend this quirky little cottage to everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022