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Historic Davidson’s Cottage Penola is a delightful timber cottage located in the Coonawarra wine region of South Australia. It pays homage to the Scottish pioneers who settled the area in the mid-19th Century.

 

This quaint little cottage dates from 1861 and is full of rustic charm

With a private garden and situated among other heritage cottages in famous Petticoat Lane and just a leisurely 5 minute stroll from Penola town centre, Davidson's Cottage is a romantic, relaxing and convenient retreat for two, ideal for together time and special occasions.   

 

Your accommodation includes the entire cottage, private garden, air-con, open fire, complimentary wifi, secure on-site car parking, contactless arrival, peace and quiet and all that the good life of the Coonawarra has to offer

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Lounge

 

Relax on the large sofa with a delicious bottle of local Coonawarra wine. Enjoy a complimentary glass or two of Port by the fire.

For your relaxation and entertainment, our lounge includes a remote-controlled Smart TV with many viewing options, a selection of music, books, movies, complimentary Wifi and an assortment of parlour games.

 

During the colder months, snuggle up by the open fire for some quiet alone time, with your favourite person, your fur kid or a good book. 

 

 

Davidson's Cottage

 

Cooking and Dining

 

The cottage kitchen/diner is perfect for creating simple meals and includes small oven, microwave, hot plates, small electrical appliances, crockery, cutlery and utensils.  

Choose from our selection of fine glassware to savour our wonderful Coonawarra wines.

We also offer a selection of premium teas, sugar, coffee pods and granulated coffee, oil and salt and pepper for your convenience. 

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Sleeping

 

The charming Queen-sized bedroom features a cosy antique bed, plenty of storage in our antique furniture, pure cotton bed linen, plump pillows, wool doona, an electric blanket and lovely quilt for cold Winter nights.

Showering

 

Enjoy a refreshing shower in our walk-in shower.

 

Pamper yourself with Australian made, environmentally and vegan friendly toiletries.

 

Luxuriate in a fluffy towel, robe and slippers.

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Garden

 

Relax with a glass of wine in the garden.

Explore the garden in search of hidden whimsical delights.

Read a book or sketch in the cottage garden.  

Enjoy the rocking chair on the porch with a freshly brewed pot of tea.

Cosy up by the fire.

Marvel at the native bird life.

Delight in the lambs and alpaca neighbours.

Things to do while staying at

Davidson's Cottage 

 

Enjoy country air, cycling, picnicking, hiking or star gazing

Visit galleries, historic precincts and interactive museums

Explore beaches, World Heritage listed caves, volcanoes, and sink holes, country-side and vineyards

Discover nearby towns and quirky shops

Indulge in world class wines in the famous Coonawarra

Taste a fine array of regional food in wineries, cafes, hotels and restaurants

Enjoy our many special events:

Coonawarra Vignerons Race Day, Coonawarra After Dark, Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival, Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers, Coonawarra Wine Tasting Road Show, Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations

Relax reading, playing games or sketching or

Do absolutely nothing at all - simply relax and reconnect

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