12 Stunning Places To Stay In South Australia With Outdoor Baths

Sitting high on 16 acres with views of apple orchards, vineyards, paddocks and forest, this two-bedroom stone home in South Australia’s Adelaide Hills oozes character.

Grab a cuppa and pad out to the deck where you’ll find a claw-foot bath calling out for bubbles. It’s a stunning spot to soak away your stresses, night or day.

Travelling in the cooler months? Whip up an apple crumble in the vintage wood-fired Aga at this accommodation. All you’ll need is ice cream, as the recipe and ingredients are available there, ready and waiting. Come nightfall, there’s a backyard fire pit to gather around and gaze up at the stars.

Hot tub overlooking the vines, a secret cellar and your own private driving range? This renovated 1860s cottage in South Australia’s Barossa Valley has it all. It’s a charming retreat just a five-minute walk from the coffee shops and restaurants of Tanunda, and yet there’s heaps to do without even passing the front gate.

The cottage adjoins the owners’ family home, and you’re welcome to take a tour of their on-site micro winery. Just knock on the door and let them know. You can sample a drop from the very vines your outdoor bath overlooks.

Back at your accommodation, head to the basement where you can enjoy a nightcap in your own private cellar, complete with rustic stone walls.

This tiny home offers an off-grid retreat just 10 minutes from the ferry on South Australia’s Kangaroo Island. Tucked away on a sheep farm, it’s designed to be part of nature and your tired eyes will welcome the panoramic ocean views.

Fall asleep in French linen sheets and expect to be woken by some seriously good sunrises. Not an early riser? No worries, eye masks are provided too.

The outdoor bath is a drawcard of its own. On a hill with ocean views, it’s protected from the southerly breeze by a wind break. It’s wood-fired too, which means you’ve got plenty of time to savour a drop from the winery next door while it warms up.

Looking for a spot to host a small group getaway? This three-bedroom accommodation in the heart of the Adelaide Hills has everything for a top stay. You’re a cycle ride away from some of South Australia’s most popular wineries here and some bikes are even provided for guest use by the thoughtful host.

This place has country cottage vibes, with its red brick exterior, tiled floors and cosy furnishings, but look elsewhere and you’ll find some tempting extras too.

The round cedar hot tub is just the place for an outdoor bath. There’s a pizza oven in the light-covered alfresco dining area, and you can top off your night with a pool comp in the games room too.

Enjoy a change of pace and go back to basics with this glamping experience in the Flinders Ranges of South Australia.

Your home away from home is a semi-permanent, renovated caravan located on 1000 acres of farmland. Inside your pad, you’ll find everything you need for an enjoyable stay. There’s a cosy bedroom, a tiled kitchen and a full bathroom.

The outdoor, fire-heated bathtub just adds to the appeal of this place. Lie back and take in a view of the ranges from 700 metres above sea level.

Ready for some tropical resort vibes during your romantic South Australian getaway? This two-bedroom villa, located just a few steps from Ceduna’s esplanade and beach, offers some pretty impressive sea views from the lounge.

You’ll find your accommodation beautifully furnished with colourful accents and an exposed brick feature wall in the living space. Kick back and think of Bali in the private courtyard, where you can take a dip in the outdoor heated bath surrounded by greenery.

Bathe like royalty in a showstopping gold outdoor bath at this tiny home on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia. Once you pop outside to the spotted gum deck and see it gleaming in all its copper glory, you’ll want to dive straight in.

You’re just a short drive from the wineries of the McLaren Vale at this architecturally designed accommodation, which sits on a small working vineyard of its own.

It might be small in size, but it’s big on comfort, with luxury fittings, bamboo sheets and a gourmet barbecue that’s just calling for some snags.

Bring the whole family to this modern Barossa Valley retreat and you’ll soon be piling into the hot tub to soak up the pretty valley views.

With space for up to eight guests, this accommodation sits just five minutes from Tanunda and Nuriootpa in South Australia and there’s even a home office in case that laptop calls.

Inside, you’ll find a fully-equipped kitchen and the owners thoughtfully provide local handmade shampoo, conditioner, and body wash from Vasse Virgin at Seppeltsfield in the bathroom.

The outdoor entertaining area is pretty epic here, boasting not just the outdoor bath, but a fire pit and large dining table as well as a barbecue for cooking up a feast.

Disconnect from the internet and tune in to birdsong instead at this character-filled cabin on South Australia’s Limestone Coast. This two-bedroom retreat is lined internally with local limestone and recycled timber and exudes country cosiness.

Your accommodation is just a short stroll to the main street but sits next to a reserve, so you won’t need to worry about the neighbours looking on when you jump into the inviting outdoor bath.

If you’re keen to get out the door and explore, there’s also a private outdoor shower under the gumtrees. End your day with a chat around the fire pit come sunset. Marshmallows are provided for toasting.

Riverfront accommodation is epic enough, but what about a tiny home that’s literally floating on water? That’s what you’ll get at this unique abode, just an hour from Adelaide.

The Floathouse is moored permanently in a gated marina, so you won’t need to worry about drifting away with the tide. The alluring white box has luxury touches. You’ll find a queen-size bed, a kitchenette with pantry staples, plus Sheridan towels and complimentary Ashley & Co toiletries in the super cute bathroom.

Pop outside to the wooden deck and find a romantic swing seat, sun loungers and an outdoor bath. This is one boat you won’t want to disembark from.

Book two nights at this tranquil escape in South Australia’s Adelaide Hills and you’ll be treated to a complimentary bottle of Bremerton Shiraz and Charlesworth chocolates on arrival.

Head out to your own private patio overlooking the Rodwell Creek Valley and you’ll be able to savour your goodies in total privacy. This eco-friendly accommodation welcomes any number of pets and there’s ample space in the backyard to throw a ball in.

Wake refreshed from a peaceful night in your king-size bed before taking a cuppa outside to the outdoor bath, where you can enjoy a soak on the flagstones as the sun rises.

Feeling a little flush? Splash out on this couple’s retreat and you’re sure to get in the good books. Designed for one couple, this newly listed 300 sqm apartment on the waterfront at Paringa, in South Australia’s Riverland, offers modern luxury inside.

There are polished wooden floors, muted tones and an open plan kitchen and living space where you can sit with a drink and take in those Murray River views.

But outside is where this accommodation really comes alive—with some serious outdoor bathing options, you’ll find it hard to tear yourself away from. There’s a circular hydrotherapy spa, an outdoor pool, an infra-red sauna and an outdoor bath for two.