Inspired by Nature

Bill’s Boathouse is a sustainable tiny house moored permanently on the Murray River, as part of the Riverglen Marina Reserve, southeast of Adelaide.
This is our special spot for 2. Whether you need a place for a romantic getaway, a creative working stay or just to get out of the house, Bill's is the perfect choice.
Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place.

Rustic Eco Luxury

This completely self-contained, modern concept floating eco pod is a stylish getaway boathouse right on the Murray River.
It offers a spacious fully functional kitchen for those who love to cook, a Webber barbecue for those who don’t like to cook, a fishing rod and tackle for those who want to catch what they cook, plus two outdoor sun chairs and a hammock for those waiting to be fed. The boathouse is pet friendly and sleeps up to two people.

When you’re in full relaxation mode, the wrap-around timber deck offers sensational views directly facing the river. Grab a deck chair or chill in the hammock. Soak in the sunset and embrace the fun of the river life! When the sun decides to set, you may wish to light the fire or soak in a steaming outdoor clawfoot bath. There’s even a desk for the creative types and a bose sound system for the music lovers. Your pets are welcome on board too!

Accessibility: There are some limitations with the Boathouse with steps and close proximity to open water. Please contact us directly to discuss any specific needs.

Barefoot Luxury inclusions:
- Bespoke gas fire pit (all year except total fire ban days)
- Hammock
- Outdoor bathtub & shower
- 2 kayaks & life jackets
- 2 Fishing rods and tackle, yabby net
- Organic tea blends by Saha Botanica
- Local products - chocolates, Beerenberg Farm jams
- Handmade bath salts by Our Euphoria & Co - Steamy Rain Shower with open view of the river - Luxury towels and linen (Sheridan)
- Temperature controlled heating and cooling

- Games & art supplies

- Herb garden

Why stay at Bill’s?

·  Bill’s Boathouse has a unique award winning design. It’s a beautiful, sustainable tiny house with an original rustic  look.

· Only 1 hour drive (or 30 minutes up the freeway) from Adelaide to experience the beauty of the mighty Murray River

·  Perfect for romantic getaways, anniversaries, bdays and celebrating special moments.

·  Amazing views of the river, stars at night, sunsets and sunrises, river mist in the morning.

·  Experience the wildlife - watch the swans & pelicans on their daily visits.

·  Relax on the deck with a glass of wine in hand, fall asleep with a floating feeling.

Sustainable design

Bill’s Boathouse was built in 2016 by Chris Clarke, an award-winning builder. His vision and passion is about sustainable design and building a connection with nature.

The Boathouse was designed and built with sustainability in mind, minimizing impact on the environment, including being built offsite from the river, with mainly recycled materials. There is also a focus on low energy use. Every material is low in embodied energy and has a low carbon footprint, using sustainable products e.g. LED lights, louvre windows for cross flow ventilation, double insulation to floor, walls and ceilings and double-glazed low energy glass.

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Ngarrindjeri people as the traditional owners of this land, who for thousands of years lived near the water. We respect their spiritual connection to the land, water & culture (SOURCE: Murray Bridge Council)  

~ South Australian Tourism Awards Finalist 2024

~ Best Riverside Getaway APAC Insider Australian Enterprise Awards 2023, 2024 & 2025

~ Airbnb Host Awards for Best Unique Stay - finalist

~ Featured on South Aussie with Cosi TV show

~ Featured in CO-architecture & CO-escape Magazine

~ Featured in SALIFE Magazine

~ Featured in Stay A While Magazine, Fleurieu Living Magazine, and on South Australia's website as the best river getaway

~ Australian Ecotourism Certified

~ TiCSA QTAB - Quality & Sustainable Tourism Accredited Business

Sustainably Made

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Responsibly Run