Penneshaw Maritime and Folk Museum in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia was the former Hog Bay School built by the community all the way back in 1869. Originally built in lime and stone and later a new wood and iron building was erected, and even later around the 1920's a modern classroom and residence was built by government contractors. Penneshaw Maritime and Folk Museum has a grinding mill in the grounds, which was driven by a 12 horsepower steam engine to grind Kaoline clay and feldspar. The museum showcases the maritime history of the area with two large ship models, the history of the original school, a main exhibition space with artefacts and details of the social history of the district and more. There is also a lifeboat from the SS Karatta in the museum grounds. READ MORE

The Penneshaw Hotel in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, offers absolute water frontage from a cliff-top and spectacular views over the Backstairs Passage, and this 106 year old building has been refurbished and renovated to include glass walls at the front of the outdoor area and large windows opening to the sea air. Accommodation options at the Seafront just a 100 metres away include 4-star rooms and villas, and a caravan park and camping with sea views all for your own sanctuary and privacy. The Penny as the hotel is affectionately known also boasts the stunning Penny's Restaurant with modern Australian cuisine, a country pub feel with classic pub grub menus and an emphasis on fresh local seafood and views that delight. The Penneshaw Hotel also has a front bar and games room where you can enjoy a game of billiards and more, this is the perfect base for exploring and experiencing all that the island has to offer.READ MORE

Lindsays of Kangaroo Island Bed and Breakfast in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia is a modern and private, luxurious retreat with beautiful ocean views and with in easy reach of the gorgeous beaches. There are full kitchen facilities here, a queen bed with electric blanket, it's fully air conditioned and the room is en-suite with luxury towels and toiletries, comes with hair dryer, television, DVD player, CD and more. Lindsays of Kangaroo Island Bed and Breakfast is the ideal retreat for a romantic breakaway for couples, complete with balcony and BBQ and is the perfect location for exploring all that the island has to offer, come enjoy.READ MORE

Blue Ray Lodge is conveniently located in the seaside township of Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia and this luxurious private retreat is several hundreds of acres in size atop Kangaroo Headland offering spectacular views over Eastern Cove towards beautiful Island beach, Pelican Lagoon and American River. Enjoy whale viewing from the deck in season and private access to the coastline, and accommodation options include room and breakfast or self contained and island life packages. Blue Ray Lodge also offers excellent meals inspired by the local produce of the island enjoyed with some of the region's finest wines, and guests can enjoy their unsurpassed personalised fishing charters and tours. Come for a true taste of island life here, in stunning surrounds for the perfect escape run by professional, friendly hosts.READ MORE

2 Birds and A Squid in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, bring restaurant quality meals prepared by the highly trained chefs to your holiday retreat or accommodation. Enjoy all the best the island has to offer from entrees of Kangaroo Island oysters to truffled crab tart, grilled haloumi and scallops, and main choices of wild fennel risotto, King George Whiting, free range chicken, Southrock lamb and stuffed baked marron rounded with sublime dessert choices. 2 Birds and A Squid also offer private catering, private chef dinners, cater to weddings and group catered events and offer food tours, plus they have an excellent party menu to choose from. Their Sole 2 Sole tour is an exciting four day fitness tour in an area of outstanding beauty, join them for pure indulgence.READ MORE

Isola Pizza in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, offers delicious meals every night and phone orders are welcome, get there on time because last orders are taken at 8:15pm. They offer exquisite pizza and vegetarian meals made by the best team in town, and are a licensed venue, so enjoy a beer or wine with your meal, and for dessert enjoy a fabulous gelati, cake and coffee with your meal to end off a sublime dining experience. Isola Pizza is good for groups and they offer catering, they also have outdoor seating, and the kids are welcome, so come enjoy the best pizza you're ever going to eat with sea views, a salad, chips and a drink, you'll be back, they come highly recommended with great service.READ MORE

Hog Bay Hill in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia is conveniently located close to the ferry terminal and offers free courtesy transfers. With stunning views, a peaceful and perfect location, visitors here enjoy a wonderful stay in one of the three beautiful suites overlooking the sea. Well appointed with stylish decor, the suites all have excellent facilities including bath robes, refrigerators, reverse cycle air conditioning, luxurious French toiletries, widescreen LCD TV 's, individual decks with outdoor furniture, and so much more. Hog Bay Hill is the ideal place to return to after a hard day out exploring the island, and the large lawn is ideal for a picnic, the whole place is available for self contained, sole occupancy accommodation, a memorable stay awaits in pure luxury.READ MORE

Dudley Wines Cellar Door in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia is a pioneer winery, and this family run concern now has 20 acres of various varieties in their two vineyards on the Dudley Peninsula. With some of the latest winery systems and equipment housed in the buildings, a cellar has also been dug out of the hillside and walled with limestone to house 300 barrels of maturing wines and pallets of bottled stocks. Dudley Wines Cellar Door offers great whites, bubbly's and reds reflecting the personality of the island, and the winemaker enjoys experimenting with unique blends, come enjoy a great wine tasting experience on the deck with spectacular views, and their menu includes a gourmet light lunch and platter options, they also have beer, coffee and dessert, a wool and natural fibre clothing range, local produce and KI artworks, plus you can take a swing at the one hole, one par golf course, it's all here.READ MORE

The Penguin Stop Cafe Restaurant in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, offers fresh and delicious meals and great coffee with friendly staff in a lovely atmosphere. Enjoy an excellent burger made from the freshest ingredients while you're waiting for the ferry, it's been said all future burgers will be ruined for you, after eating one of theirs. The Penguin Stop Cafe Restaurant serves all day breakfasts and light lunches, and apart from the sublime homemade burgers, they also offer soups, muffins, cakes, scones with jam and chutney and more. Come enjoy home cooking at it's best served with the best coffee on the island, here they never disappoint with amazing prices and spectacular food.READ MORE

SeaShells Penneshaw overlooks the Backstairs Passage on Kangaroo Island and is close to the beach and the architecturally designed houses reflect the character of neighbouring beach houses. One house is available for holiday rental accommodation, and it's clean, modern, comfortable and fully furnished with simple, fully functional layouts. SeaShells Penneshaw offers open plan living areas directly linking to an outdoor deck with views, the accommodation is ideal for two to eight guests and is ideal for couples, families and groups, come for a wonderful stay in tranquil setting close to town, the beach and the ferry terminal, it's the perfect location for the many attractions the island has to offer.READ MORE