Ratings based on 11 Verified Reviews
4.9 Room cleanliness
4.7 Service & staff
4.7 Room comfort
4.6 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
A hidden gem
Posted 11 Jul 2019 on HotelsWas absolutely ecstatic to find this little gem as a surprise for my husbands birthday. As he knows this area very well, it was great to find something he didn’t know was there. From the moment we pulled in from the road, we were in love. The location, presentation, cleanliness, thoughtfulness - all 5 plus extra stars. Very thoughtful touches. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. Phil & Wendy are great hosts and the private cruise on the wooden boat was a real highlight. We will definitely be highly recommending this property as well as becoming return visitors.
Comment from Hotel Management
16 Jul 2019 by BirksHarbour, Hotel Management
Thank you Jacinta and we are happy the surprise birthday for your husband was enjoyable. We appreciate your kind comments and look forward to seeing you again at the Boathouse Retreat.
by A verified traveler
Posted 29 Jan 2019
by A verified traveler
Boat house perfection
Posted 9 Dec 2018 on HotelsWhat an amazing place to stay. Everything has been thought of to create absolute perfection. Beautifully decorated, private and comfortable. You feel a part of the private marina and the sound of the water is so relaxing. This is one of the best places we have ever stayed and would come
Back to South Australia just to stay here again. Thank you for sharing your amazing boat house
Kim Laurie Boyd
December 2018
by Jennifer
Heaven
Posted 25 Nov 2017 on HotelsIt was. The most beautiful appointed with free breakfast which was really good if we were ever that way again it would be our first place to go the hosts were great
Comment from Hotel Management
30 Nov 2017
Thank you so much for your kind comments, we really appreciate it and I know our guests love our free Gourmet Breakfast Basket! Best wishes and look forward to seeing you again in the future! Cheers Wendy & Phil Birks Harbour Goolwa
by Ho Wan
Wonderful Stay in Goolwa
Posted 1 Sep 2017 on HotelsGoolwa is such a lovely small town. The River Retreat we have stayed in is located by the river, with a bikeway along the beautiful and tranquil river coast, which is perfect for a stroll, jog or cycling. The Retreat is very cosy and comfortable. The kitchen is very well-equipped, including an oven. Our host is very friendly and helpful in assisting our check-in, as we had difficulty in retrieving our original instruction of the check-in process. Everything is thoughtfully provided here. Goolwa is a convenient place to base in for exploration of the neighbourhood. It is just a 10-minute drive from Middleton, where we have seen a good number of whales in Basham Beach. Port Elliot and Victor Harbor are also just 15-minute drive away. Hindmarsh Island and Murray Mouth are just 10-minute drive across the bridge.
Comment from Hotel Management
18 Sep 2017
Thank you for your kind comments, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the Riverview Retreat and Goolwa. We are glad you were able to see whales nearby. Hope to see you again! Cheers Wendy & Phil Watson Birks Harbour
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from Tanunda
comfort by the river
Posted 8 Jan 2017 on Wotif
Pros: Cool, and it was well supplied with goodies
Location: Close to Goolwa Main Street, markets, cafes etc
Nice view to river through the trees, and the pool the other way. We appreciated the Aircond and the pool due to the extreme heat.
by Donald from Australia - SA - Adelaide
Posted 6 Dec 2014 on Wotif
Pros: Beautiful surroundings and environment
Cons: Could only stay for two days!
Location: Perfect
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Great deal; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Beautiful;
loved the wine, walking around the river, cafes
by Lindsay from Australia - SA - Adelaide
Posted 16 Oct 2014 on Wotif
Pros: Beautiful relaxing place as soon as we stepped in the door. The owners went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. Perfect!
Cons: Absolutely nothing!
Location: Relaxing and peaceful
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Fairly expensive worth it; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate;
The attention to detail was amazing! Very thoughtful owners. Will definitely go back again.
Comment from Hotel Management
16 Oct 2014
Hi, we are glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to relax and take in the ambience of the Boathouse. We look forward to seeing you again!
by John from Australia - VIC - Regional VIC
Posted 1 Jul 2014 on Wotif
Pros: Situation
Cons: None
Location: Inspiring
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Amazing; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless;
Comment from Hotel Management
1 Jul 2014
Hi John We are happy you both enjoyed your stay at the Riverview Retreat and look forward to seeing you again! Cheers Wendy & Phil
by Carolyn from Australia - SA - Adelaide
Posted 19 Jun 2014 on Wotif
Pros: Atractive location, beautiful ambiance, friendly service, lovely decor
Cons: No bath, no wifi, bathroom looking a little tired for the price bracket
Comment from Hotel Management
19 Jun 2014
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience. We are glad you enjoyed the beautiful setting, decor and ambience of the Retreat. We do pride ourselves in our service. Some of our Retreats offer freestanding claw baths and we certainly would have offered you this if you had requested it. Wifi is available in certain locations with limited access, due to the majestic trees surrounding our Retreats as written in our welcoming notes. We hope to see you again in our other Retreats.
