The Customs House Port MacDonnell

Beach fun, near Port MacDonnell & District Maritime Museum

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

3 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Laundry
Free WiFi
Parking included

Room options

All rooms

3+ beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Apartment (Post Office)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Partial ocean view
Sleeps 6
3 King Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Policeman's Residence)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Private indoor hot tub

Heating

Kitchen

Harbour view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds OR 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

3 Charles Street, Port Macdonnell, SA, 5291

What's nearby

Port MacDonnell & District Maritime Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cape Northumberland Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Feast's Classic Car Collection and Memorabilia - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Fairy Penguin Colony - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Blue Lake Reserve - 24 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

Mount Gambier, SA (MGB) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Periwinkles Cafe - ‬1 min walk
‪Parade Fish Shop - ‬2 min walk
‪Bobs Breakwater Cafe - ‬3 min walk
‪The Bay Pizzaria - ‬1 min walk
‪Bradley Smoker - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Customs House Port MacDonnell

Upscale bed & breakfast near Port MacDonnell & District Maritime Museum

Located close to Ewens Ponds Conservation Park, The Customs House Port MacDonnell provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks such as:

Free self-parking
Wedding services, smoke-free property and barbecues

Room features

All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and portable fans
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
100-cm Smart TVs with digital channels
Separate sitting areas, kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

Languages

English

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

RM425 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jun - 20 Jun

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

Dining table
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Laundry facilities

Guest services

Housekeeping (once per stay)
Wedding services

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Direct access to the beach
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

100-cm smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Restaurant dining guides
Tea bags/instant coffee
Toaster

Access via exterior corridors
Fireplace
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laundry detergent
Portable fan
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Customs House B&B Port Macdonnell

Customs House B&B

Customs House Port Macdonnell

The Customs House B B

The Customs House Macdonnell

The Customs House Port MacDonnell Bed & breakfast

The Customs House Port MacDonnell Port Macdonnell

Frequently asked questions

Is The Customs House Port MacDonnell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Customs House Port MacDonnell?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Customs House Port MacDonnell?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Customs House Port MacDonnell?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Customs House Port MacDonnell located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Port Macdonnell bed & breakfast is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Port MacDonnell & District Maritime Museum, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Ewens Ponds Conservation Park and Blue Lake Reserve. Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park and Cave Gardens are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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The Customs House Port MacDonnell Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

The whole experience was wonderful and the location close to the beach and jetty was perfect

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Fabulous building and great host.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

A fabulous building and location

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

We really enjoyed staying in this beautiful historic place. Emma was wonderful, the suite was spacious and comfortable and the history was interesting.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

We had a fantastic stay. Customs house felt luxurious and was very spacious, with high ceilings) and comfortable to stay in with its old world charm. The breakfast basket was delicious and more than we could manage. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

What an absolutely gorgeous property to stay in. We loved the history of the property combined with the comfortable and spotless accommodation. Our biggest regret was we only booked for one night as we could have stayed a few nights and explored all the fabulous sights in the area. I would highly recommend this property for families.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10

Customs House is a grand European style building in an Aussie coastal town. The apartment has been renovated beautifully. It is located close to the eateries and a short drive to Mt Gambia.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

A very comfortable and enjoyable place to stay. Would definitively stay there again. Nice to stay in a building with such history.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10

Sehr gemütlich, warmer Empfang, charmante Wohnung in charmantem Haus, perfekt eingerichtet, direkt am Meer!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10

Unique well appointed accommodation in an interesting historic building. Comfortable lounge area with gas fire. Upstairs bed separate from the rest of the rooms made for a good nights rest.

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10

Helpful and friendly host. Bed was beautifully comfy, shower was warm and the dressing gowns were super- cozy. We especially enjoyed the fire place on the cold, wintery nights.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10

We enjoyed our stay it is a beautifully restored historic building however 1 bathroom & toilet in the same room was a little difficult at times and there was only 4 of us staying i can't imagine 6 people being able to cope with the lack of bathroom facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10

Fabulous location Beautiful presentation of a significant historical building with all the mod cons Included

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10

Arrived late after a long drive sightseeing from Apollo Bay. We were greeted by the very friendly, nice, and helpful owner - Grant who showed us our large, clean, nicely remodeled, historic building. We stayed in the Postman’s suite which had 3 large bedrooms, kitchenette, parlor, 1 bathroom, laundry, wood burning stove, and more. It is huge. Had an amazing dinner at The Barn that night, about 20 minutes away, then returned to our comfortable beds for a deep sleep. The heaters worked well to create toasty rooms, and we enjoyed a wood fire in the morning as we ate breakfast. If your looking for a standard hotel, this is not it. If you’re looking for a special experience with history, that is comfortable, and is well cared for, this is for you.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10

Imposing building with a sense of history - the former policeman's residence was very comfortable but fly screens might be required to keep those pesky mozzies away. The friendly owners were on hand to ensure everything was right. Well equipped to make a memorable stay. Lovely café/restaurant just a very short walk away. Definitely recommend visiting the maritime museum across the road and the site of the old lighthouse at Cape Northumberland towards sundown.