About this property
Gilgara Retreat is located in the heart of the picturesque Margaret River wine region of Western Australia. There are 2 types of accommodation on offer, the homestead and garden apartments. Gilgara Homestead offers private rooms with en suites. The traditional country home-style shared accommodation includes common areas for guests to access including a shared kitchen, living and dining area. The Homestead features a large fireplace in the shared lounge room and separate reading room with board games. The shared dining room has a kettle, toaster, microwave, small fridge, tea and coffee for guests use. Located separately from the Homestead, the Gilgara Garden Apartments offer private, spacious and self-contained accommodation, in a modern, split-level, loft style apartment with garden views. Each suite comes with a spa bath, king bed, lounge area, TV, DVD player and a fully equipped kitchenette for self catering. Gilgara Retreat is nestled on a hillside near the corner of Caves Rd and Carters Rd. It is just a 5-minute drive from Margaret River town. Gracetown, Prevelly beaches, the Cape to Cape trail and Margaret River vineyards are all within a 5-minute drive away. Surrounded by manicured gardens and grass lawns in a beautiful country environment, Gilgara offers an ideal escape.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kim
New Zealand
“THE most comfortable bed I’ve EVER slept in! Quirky 70’s architecture (in the apartments) and lovely, peaceful rural surroundings. Tranquility is the word. Complete silence apart from the birds in the mornings. A beautiful serene country...” - Maia
Argentina
“I really recommend it to chill out. It is a very peaceful place, very quiet. Very clean as well. You check in and out by yourself.” - Anita
Australia
“The apartment rooms were very spacious and located quite close to the centre of Margaret River. The little kitchenette was fantastic.” - Sanuj
Australia
“Decent rooms in a nice and quiet farm estate, located conveniently close to the town.” - Michaela
Australia
“Great location, fully contained and privacy present” - Michele
New Zealand
“Lovely location, rural but close to Margaret River with an easy drive. Stayed in an apartment which is spacious and very architectural. Great outlook from room, quiet and comfy.” - Georgia
Australia
“Amazing accomodation and location. Will definitely be back!” - Peter
Australia
“Amazing old homestead, quite, well appointed. Big kitchen to make own meals. Open fire, lovely hideaway” - Fursangmu
Australia
““It was a very good hotel – clean, comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful. I had a great stay and would definitely recommend it.”” - Adam
Australia
“Amazing nature and facilities! Would recommend a stay!”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
Please note that for guests staying in Gilgara Homestead, rooms are opened depending on how many guests are booking. For example, when booking for 4 guests, you will only have access to 2 bedrooms. When booking for 5-6 guests, you will have access to 3 bedrooms only. An additional charge will apply if 2 guests require separate rooms. For more information, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform Gilgara Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.