Browse property in Penola

Overview

Penola sits 388 km southeast of Adelaide in South Australia’s renowned Coonawarra wine region, offering a relaxed rural lifestyle with a close‑knit community of 1,376 residents (2021 Census). The town’s heritage is highlighted by the Mary MacKillop Interpretive Centre and the historic Italianate villa used for the TV series My Brilliant Career, providing cultural attractions alongside a range of green spaces such as John Knox Oval, Rymill McCorquindale Park and Mother Mary McKillop Memorial Park within walking distance.

Families benefit from a full complement of schools – Penola Primary, Penola High and Mary MacKillop Memorial School – while the nearby Penola railway station (0.3 km) links the area to broader transport networks. Accommodation options include Alexander Cameron Suites and the Penola Caravan Park, and the mix of historic homes and newer developments gives a varied housing palette for buyers seeking charm and convenience.