Goolwa Holiday Houses
Goolwa - South Australia
- Location
- Attractions
- Facilities
- Eligibility
- Tariffs and Seasons
- Christmas Ballot
- Bookings
- Payment
- Linen
- Pets
Location
Situated at "South Lakes", Goolwa, this centre is located 83kms from Adelaide on the river Murray, 11kms from the Murray Mouth and 2kms from the Southern Ocean. It occupies a unique position having a broad expanse of river water on one side and open sea on the other, making it one of the finest boating areas in South Australia. In the 1880s, Goolwa was a busy shipping town with 240 paddle steamers and barges operating through Goolwa on the River Murray trade route. As the Murray Mouth proved difficult for ships to negotiate, Port Elliot was used as the seaport from the River Murray trade. To transfer goods from Goolwa to Port Elliot 11kms away, a railway line was built in 1854 - the first to be built in Australia. It was horse drawn and continued to operate until a series of five shipwrecks at Port Elliot forced the authorities to abandon that port for the safer haven of Victor Harbour. This change of seaport and the establishment of a rail head at Morgan, some 320kms upstream, led to the decline of Goolwa as an industrial river terminal to what it is today - one of the leading holiday and recreational spots of South Australia.
Attractions
The holiday homes are located adjacent to the first fairway of the South Lakes Golf Course. Four company memberships have been taken out so those guests may enjoy an outing on the golf course. The course itself is a 5,735 metre, 18 hole, par 70 course with a rating of 68 and has fully grassed greens and fairways. The company memberships entitle the occupants of the home to the full facilities for the club except entry to the club competitions. Other guests may play by paying green fees. The clubhouse is fully licensed with excellent bar facilities and meals.
The Lower Murray River is ideal for water skiing. The open beach is a noted surfing spot but it is not recommended for beginners. The Murray River at Goolwa and Hindmarsh Island is well known for fresh water fishing with Callop, Bream, Perch and European Carp available.
Good fishing by boat is to be had in the salt water of the Coorong, Murray Mouth, Mundoo Channel and the Goolwa Channel below the Barrage. Sea Bream, Mulloway (Butterfish), Mullet and Salmon Trout are also taken.
Facilities
Located on large grassed blocks, the accommodation comprises three modern air-conditioned holiday homes, featuring three bedrooms each, designed to accommodate a family of six. The main Bedroom contains a Queen Size (QS) double bed, the second bedroom and third contains two single beds. The homes come complete with large living and dining areas, modern tiled bathrooms, separate toilet and a laundry complete with washing machine. They also feature a spacious carport under the roofline of the house.
The large kitchens come equipped with a modern electric stove, microwave oven and refrigerator containing a large freezer compartment. In addition, cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, toaster, electric kettle and electric frypan are provided. Other features provided include a 35-cm colour TV, DVD Players, reverse cycle air-conditioning and fans.
There is a community playground and electric barbecue for use by guests.
Eligibility
Those eligible to stay in the Army houses are as follows:- Defence Rate: Army - Regular and Reserve
- Navy - Regular and Reserve
- RAAF - Regular and Reserve
- Retired Defence Personnel
- Defence Civilians
- Defence Contractors
- Emergency Services
- Staff of ADCU, Defcredit and DHA
Tariffs and Seasons
Rates are levied on a nightly or weekly basis. Minimum two night stay.| Season | Nightly (Min. 2 night stay) |
Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| High Season 1 Oct - 30 Apr |
$75 per night | $370 per week |
| Low Season 1 May - 30 Sep |
$50 per night | $250 per week |
Christmas Ballot
Houses are allocated via a ballot system for the South Australian Christmas school holidays. Requests to enter the ballot are to be forwarded to Freda Rowe (contact details below) from late July to early August.Bookings
Bookings for the Goolwa houses can be made through:Freda Rowe - AAF Coy
5/189 Fenchurch St
Goolwa SA 5214
Phone: (08) 85550255
Fax: (08) 8555 0255
Email: isabel.rowe6@bigpond.com.au
Payment
A deposit of $20.00 is to be forwarded to confirm the booking and the balance paid 28 days in advance. Keys will be made available for guests on arrival.