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

Charlie Bates Cottage in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia is over 100 years old, and with a location high on a hill affords stunning views over beautiful Hog's Bay. This historic stone cottage is gorgeous and has been lovingly restored and refurbished so you enjoy an attractive, clean and well appointed stay in high quality accommodation with stunning ocean views and magnificent attention to detail. Charlie Bates Cottage comes with fully equipped modern kitchen, a gas BBQ and outdoor furniture, there are two bedrooms and the lounge couch can be converted into a double bed, they have an open log fire, fish cleaning facilities and so much more, it's the perfect retreat to enjoy after touring the island and enjoying the superb swimming beaches, fantastic fishing and all that this beautiful island has to offer.READ MORE

Seafront is located in Penneshaw your gateway to Kangaroo Island, South Australia, and this four star accommodation offers an idyllic setting right on the esplanade overlooking the stunning Backstairs Passage, and only 500metres from the Sealink Ferry Terminal. With 16 rooms including choices of sea view and private balcony or 4-star Sorrento's rooms located in the original guest building or sanctuary and 12 villas for families and groups, they can accommodate all. Seafront also has an outdoor pool, sauna and mini golf course, and close by is a gorgeous swimming beach, tennis courts and a playground, this is an ideal base for exploring all that the island has to offer, they also have caravan and camping facilities at KI Shores overlooking beautiful Hog Bay Beach.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

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

Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia offers excellent customer service and have won The South Australian Tourism Awards in the Visitor Information services category. They can assist with all your needs when visiting this beautiful island, including accommodations bookings, attraction bookings, transport, travel itinerary advice, general information and so much more. Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre also have great souvenirs, gifts and local Produce. Come to this gorgeous destination of 509km of coastline, native bushland, wildlife and adventure, enjoy the wines the food and everything the island has to offer, it's absolutely stunning here for the perfect getaway in a heavenly slice of paradise.READ MORE

The Ultima Thule Cafe in Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, offers absolute tranquility, stunning decor and spectacular views overlooking the ocean. They are open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and drinks, and the steaks come highly recommended, other menu items include delectable fish and chips, haloumi salad, Rogan Josh and more using only the freshest produce, enjoyed with a glass of wine. The Ultima Thule Cafe has outdoor seating to enjoy the views on warm days, and also sell beautiful handmade items, so browse around while waiting for your meal, here the prices are really good and the food excellent.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

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

Kangaroo Island Backpackers offers excellent budget accommodations in the seaside township of Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island, South Australia close to the ferry terminal. There is also a pizza bar, fish and chip shop and car rental place in the same complex as the hostel, and they are just a short walk from the penguin colony, safe swimming beach and guests can enjoy fishing from the jetty. Kangaroo Island Backpackers is the ideal base for exploring the island, and activities and recreation nearby including ocean safaris, wineries, a historic museum and site, walking trails, a craft shop, golf, night fishing tours, boat hire, penguin tours, a skate park and so much more, it's all here, come for a fantastic stay close to everything.READ MORE