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- 1–8 North Coast Road, Stokes Bay
Kangaroo Island, South Australia - (08) 8559 2232
- holiday@wavesandwildlife.com.au
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Common questions.
A few of the things guests ask most. Anything else, just send us a message above.
Where exactly are the cottages?
On a 70-acre wildlife sanctuary right behind Stokes Bay Beach, on the north coast of Kangaroo Island, South Australia. This is a pure nature destination, not a town location.
What’s the difference between the two cottages?
Both are fully self-contained with sea views and a balcony. The one-bedroom sleeps up to 3 (a queen plus a double sofa bed or single); the three-bedroom sleeps up to 6 with one queen, one double and two single beds.
Will we really see wildlife?
Yes. There are no cages or enclosures. The cottages sit among about 80 grazing kangaroos, with wild koalas about 40 metres behind, wallabies and possums after sunset, and abundant birdlife including visiting Glossy Blacks.
Do we need to bring our own food?
We recommend buying all your food before arriving — there are no close grocery stores. Parndana has two small supermarkets, a post office and a bakery; Kingscote has a large Drakes supermarket with mainland-comparable prices.
How do we get there and get around?
Book the SeaLink ferry early (vehicle spaces are limited), or Qantas flies daily from Adelaide to Kingscote. Bring or hire a car — there’s no public transport, and no Ubers or taxis. We’re reached on bitumen, then a ~500 m gravel driveway suitable for any vehicle taken with care.
Is there air conditioning or a washing machine?
No fixed AC (single-phase power) — but coastal nights are rarely hot, and each cottage has ceiling fans, extra fans and a portable air conditioner. There’s no washing machine as we rely on rainwater and trucked-in water; laundry liquid is provided for hand washing, with laundromats in Parndana and Kingscote.
Can we bring pets or charge an EV?
No pets, to protect the free-living wildlife. EV charging isn’t possible at the cottages, since the single-phase electricity is fully needed to run the appliances inside — please plan your charging ahead.
How do we book?
Use the “Check availability” button anywhere on the site to see live dates and rates and book direct — the best rate — through our booking system. Every booking helps care for this special space.