Catman's Hilltop Cabin

CATMANS HILLTOP CABIN (a converted, insulated shed) located on our sheep & marron farm! Located in Gosse, in the Western River area on KI, approx 90 mins drive from the Ferry in Penneshaw.

Experience camping with the convenience of power, water, kitchen supplies, refrigeration, beds, TV and a shower!

Stay in our hilltop Cabin (a converted shed), and enjoy our beautiful, remote, rural 250-acre property (a sheep & marron farm) located in the Western River area on Kangaroo Island, approximately 90 minute drive from the ferry. The surroundings are five star, with distant sea views, however, the cabin is a basic bush cabin (converted shed) and self-serve – it’s part of the charm! It may need a quick sweep out before use as sometimes it can get dusty. We don’t provide cleaning, so we ask that you leave it as, or better, than you found it. There is a cupboard with basic kitchen essentials, help yourself, take some, leave some, etc. It’s a pay it forward kinda thing!

The cabin is a shed that has been fully insulated, and there is a combustion fire that once it gets going, is really toasty and warm.

There is a fridge/ freezer, a three-burner gas stove with pots and pans, a toaster, kettle, microwave, rice cooker, sandwich maker and bread maker…. for that beautiful fresh bread smell in the morning! You can also cook on the wood stove, for that authentic country touch!

For your entertainment we have included a flatscreen digital TV with most channels and a UHF radio. In the shed, there are 240 power lights and also a 12 V system.

In terms of bedding, there are two bunk beds with a double on the bottom and singles on top. One can convert into a lounge. There are also two pull-out camp stretches that you can roll your swags out on. You will need to bring your own linen, blankets, pillows and towels. 

There is a sink and running hot and cold water. At the rear of the cabin, there is an outdoor, laundry/ shower room with a washing machine and hot shower. The whole property is running on tank water, with no access to mains water.

You will find the iconic drop dunny located at the rear of the cabin.

Please be advised; the toilet and shower facilities are shared facilities and may be used by other guests camping on site.

The fire pit outside that can be used when there is no fire ban, with barbecue plate and camp ovens for old-style bush cooking or cooking up your fresh organic Kangaroo Island Marron.

From the cabin, make your way down past the dams and go through the shiny gate at the bottom of the hill (please close the gate behind you). Here, you’ll discover 125 acres of untouched Kangaroo Island wilderness with walking trails to explore. Keep an eye out for koalas, kangaroos, wedge-tail eagles, wallabies, large grass trees etc

We also have two small lakes that you can have a picnic by or drop some Marron nets in for a fresh feed. There are weighing scales provided at the shed so you can pay for them. This is on an honesty system- so please do the right thing, as we have already been burnt from the fires. You must contact us if you wish to fish for marron prior to catching any.

There is also a tinny (small boat) on the edge of the lake, with life jackets- please be advised you use this at your own risk.

And please feel free to jump in the lake for a refreshing swim!

With this booking you will have access to:

• 1 insulated cabin for up to 8 paid guests
• 3 free car parks
• 2 x double beds + 2 x single beds + 2 x stretcher beds
• Fridge
• Kitchen facilities
• 1 Fire pit with bbq grill
• 1 Gas BBQ
• Hot and cold water
• Outdoor shower (shared facility)
• Washing machine
• 1 outdoor, drop dunny (shared facility)
• Bins- at Snug Cove Rd
• Walking tracks
• 4WD tracks
• Dams
• Scrub
• Paddocks

Access to marron fishing at an extra charge

But don’t forget that you will need to supply your own linen, blankets, pillows, towels etc and there is no cleaning service available.

Bush Marron Camp is located in a remote, rural area, for a true aussie bush experience…… but you need to come prepared! Think torches, walking shoes, coats in the winter, warm bedding, food supplies…… plan ahead, you’re heading to the bush!

There are no shops or food places close by- you need to bring supplies with you. You can bring supplies from the mainland, alternatively you can purchase supplies on KI, in the following locations:

• Penneshaw (where the ferry is) – IGA (1 hour, 40 minute drive)
• Kingscote- the main town – Drakes (1 hour, 10 minute drive)
• American River- small fishing area- limited supplies (1 hour, 20 minute drive)
• Parndarna- a small town on the way to the Western River area- limited supplies (40 minute drive)

Bush Marron Camp offers 1 x cabin and 6 x campsites, so there may be other campers on site.

Wifi is not available at this property and Telstra offers the best coverage at this end of the island. Please be advised that some other carriers do not provide any coverage in this area. You may like to consider purchasing a Telstra sim card for this adventure, if you don’t already have one.

And finally, don’t forget, this is a remote, rural, sheep farm property…… prepare for farm life! It’s is ideal for getting back to nature, it boasts the best the bush has to offer but it is basic accommodation and probably not suited to those who prefer city life!

Please be advised; the toilet and shower facilities are shared facilities and may be used by other guests camping on site.

Because this is a rural property we do not have cleaners; please try to leave the premises cleaner than you found it. This is a pay it forward cabin and we have a cupboard with some supplies and flour for the bread maker etc please take something and leave something.

PLEASE BE REMINDED THERE IS NO CLEANING SERVICE AVAILABLE AT THIS PROPERTY DUE TO THE REMOTE LOCATION- IT IS SELF SERVE.

IF THIS IS NOT SUITED TO YOU, YOU MAY LIKE TO CONSIDER ALTERNATIVE ACCOMODATION.