2 Excelsior Parade, Hindmarsh Island SA 5214, Australia
The house sits on a block of land measuring 867 m². This provides ample space for a garden or outdoor area within the island setting.
The property is situated on Hindmarsh Island, South Australia, near the town of Goolwa. The island lies about 100 km (62 mi) south‑east of Adelaide city centre, roughly a 1‑hour‑15‑minute drive.
Hindmarsh Island experiences a typical Mediterranean climate, characterised by hot, dry summers and mild, cool winters. This climate is similar to that of Adelaide.
Within a short distance you’ll find Goolwa Barrage (approximately 0.5 km away) and the Hindmarsh Island Sturt Monument (about 2.2 km). Other nearby sites include Aggie Knoll (around 2.2 km) and several boat ramps such as the Marina Boat Ramp.
The island supports a range of native wildlife, including kangaroos, blue‑tongue lizards, Australian white ibis, and Australian magpies. Birdwatchers may also spot purple swamphens and Cape Barren geese in the surrounding habitats.
Hindmarsh Island offers multiple boat ramps, including the Marina Boat Ramp and Captain Sturt Parade Boat Ramp, providing easy access to the Murray River and surrounding waters. The island also hosts the Hindmarsh Island Marina, a major freshwater marina in the Southern Hemisphere.
The island has a rich history, from its early Ngarrindjeri occupation to being named after South Australia’s first Governor in 1837. Notable events include Captain Charles Sturt’s 1830 visit, the construction of the Hindmarsh Island Bridge opened in 2001, and its inclusion in the Coorong and Lakes Alexandrina and Albert Wetland Ramsar site.
