The Gums Cottage in Stanley Flat, Südaustralien

Embrace the countryside life at The Gums Cottage by Tiny Away–offering a true farm stay experience at Hallett, South Australia. Our farm stay is set on 35 acres beneath the Mt Lofty Ranges where you can get a sense of countryside life. These cozy holiday homes combine hands-on farm adventures with the serenity of nature in the South Australia region.



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The Space:

The Gums Cottage by Tiny Away is a charming farm stay in Hallet, South Australian. Just a 30-minute drive from Jamestown, our tiny house is situated in a grassy paddock, surrounded by gum trees with abundant wildlife and farm animals.



Expect exciting activities when you visit famous sites like Sir Hubert Wilkins Homestead, Hallett War Memorial, Martindale Hall, Burra Railway Station Museum, Redruth Gaol and Bridge. You can also find world-class wineries at Clare Valley.



A cozy 139-square-foot tiny home with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste holding tank, hand basin, and gas-heated shower—making it a perfect choice among relaxing holiday homes.



IMPORTANT NOTE: If you're booking for a group, Gums Cottage and Cartapo Cottage are 120m apart, making them ideal for privacy or couples travelling together.



Guest Access:

Guests can access the tiny home, paddocks, and surrounding areas, while entry to the sheds, sheep yards, and pig pens is restricted.



Preorders available with 48 hrs notice:



✅ CLASSIC BREAKFAST PROVISIONS PACKAGE IS $25.00 PER COUPLE



- Our classic breakfast provisions package includes the following: four slices of home-baked country-style bread, four farm-fresh eggs, four rashers of locally sourced bacon, 1 litre of juice, and butter.



✅ GOURMET BREAKFAST PROVISIONS PACKAGE IS $45.00 PER COUPLE



- Our generous gourmet breakfast provisions package includes the following: fresh home-baked country-style crusty loaf, local farm-fresh eggs, locally sourced bacon, fresh seasonal produce including tomatoes and fruit, 1 litre of juice, butter, and assorted spreads.



Interaction with Guests:

Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.



The Neighborhood:

The Gums Cottage by Tiny Away is a farm stay located in Hallett, South Australia region. Our holiday homes are just a 30-minute drive from Jamestown and is surrounded by gum trees, wineries and wildlife.



Discover local heritage at the Sir Hubert Wilkins Homestead, Hallett War Memorial, and Burra Railway Station Museum, each offering a glimpse into the region’s history and stories.



Enjoy the outdoors at Mount Remarkable National Park, with its ochre ridges, rugged gorges, and river red gum-lined watercourses. In Peterborough, explore the Steamtown Heritage Rail Centre, Victorian architecture, and the Motorcycle and Antique Museum.



For food and wine lovers, explore Clare Valley’s 30+ cellar doors, boutique breweries, and artisan gin distilleries, including Pikes, Jeanneret, Sawmill Gin, and Three Little Birds Gin.



Getting Around:

By car:



- From Adelaide, it takes 2.5 hours and is a distance of 194 kilometers. The nearest towns are Jamestown, which is a 25-minute drive (37 kilometers), and Burra, also a 25-minute drive (35 kilometers).

- A 2WD vehicle is suitable for the trip.



By public transport:



- You can take the Mid-North Passenger Coach from Adelaide to Hallett. Check their website for times and tickets.

- Hallett is located directly between the towns of Burra and Jamestown, each approximately a 30-minute drive in either direction on the highway.

- No additional public transport options are available.



By flight:



- The nearest airport is Adelaide Airport. From there, you can drive 2.5 hours (194 kilometers) to reach Hallett. Alternatively, take the Mid-North Passenger Coach from Adelaide to Hallett.



Other Things to Note:

- Gas BBQ Grill is available

- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed

- No smoking allowed inside the tiny home; only in designated areas.

- Make sure to turn off the lights, AC, electronics, close windows and doors when leaving.

- Mobile reception has good signals for Telstra and Optus; and weak signals for other networks.

- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge



FIRE PREVENTION NOTICE:



- Fire restrictions are now in effect under the CFS fire season until 30 April 2027. During this period, fires in outdoor fire pits are not permitted and firewood will not be available for sale.



Important note:



- Outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban.

- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the cassette toilet and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding.