Maranka Homestead

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Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Taylorville, SA
  • Place, Maize Island Lagoon Conservation Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikerie Lions Riverfront Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikerie Health Service
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Taylorville

Located in Taylorville, this farm stay is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Waikerie Lions Riverfront Park and Interpretive Park. .This family-friendly farm stay is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Waikerie Health Service and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Waikerie Public Library.

What's nearby

  • Maize Island Lagoon Conservation Park - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Waikerie Lions Riverfront Park - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Interpretive Park - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Waikerie Health Service - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Soldiers Memorial Park - 15 min drive - 13.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪viewpoint cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Supreme Eatz Waikerie - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Soda Sundae - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪HeBrews Coffee Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • Ramco Pizzeria

About this property

Maranka Homestead

Maranka Homestead

An Early-1900s Riverland Homestead with Thoughtful Modern Comforts

Maranka Homestead is a beautifully preserved early-1900s stone farmhouse, lovingly restored to offer a gracious, fully serviced stay set within a working olive and pistachio orchard on the river’s edge. Steeped in history yet thoughtfully updated, the Homestead blends old-world character with modern convenience, creating a welcoming home away from home in the heart of the Riverland.

The Space

The Homestead offers four very generous bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, ideal for families, friends travelling together, or guests seeking space for longer stays. High ceilings, wide hallways, and light-filled rooms reflect the home’s heritage, while contemporary updates ensure year-round comfort.

The well-appointed kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with breakfast essentials, including tea, coffee, milk, condiments, and pantry staples, making mornings easy and unhurried whether you’re staying a few nights or several weeks.

Multiple living areas provide room to relax or gather, and a dedicated workspace with reliable internet supports remote work, study, or short to medium term professional stays.

As a serviced property, Maranka Homestead includes hotel-style provisions such as quality linens, plush towels, organic soaps, shampoo and conditioner, and thoughtful touches designed to make your stay seamless and comfortable.

Outdoor Living & Surroundings

Wide verandah's and multiple outdoor spaces invite you to slow down and take in the peaceful orchard and river setting. With approximately 1 km of river frontage, guests are free to enjoy quiet walks, riverside moments, and long afternoons outdoors.

A Stay to Settle Into

Maranka Homestead is designed for guests who value space, privacy, and a genuine sense of place. Whether you’re visiting for rest, connection, or work in the region, this early-1900s homestead offers a calm, generous stay, where heritage charm meets modern ease.
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a safe and a desk, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Books
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Kindly message Host once you have left property so we can arrange Housekeeping.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: baby bath and high chair are request only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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