Stranraer Homestead

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Stranraer Homestead is a legendary farmstay accommodation situated on a working sheep farm, which has been in the Wheaton family for generations.

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NOTICE
We wish to advise that as of January 1, 2025, Stranraer Homestead will no longer be offering their traditional hosted dinner, bed and breakfast service. Please note that all existing bookings will be honoured at the traditional service level.

Stranraer Homestead is located on a 3000-acre working sheep farm which has been in the Wheaton family for generations and the hospitality is legendary.

There are currently two accommodation options available:

  • The Workman’s Cottage
  • Wattle Grove Cottage

Touring can be share or private. Guests arriving at Stranraer on a Saturday afternoon through the summer are often surprised to find a local cricket game in full swing as Stranraer provides the home grounds for MacGillivray Cricket Club and the Wheatons have been keen participants over generations.

The Workman’s Cottage

Located adjacent to The Homestead, The Workman’s Cottage is a two-bedroom self-contained option, with a fully-equiped kitchen, dining, lounge and laundry.

Guests booking with Exceptional Kangaroo Island will be provided with a gourmet food hamper as a dinner and breakfast option.

The Workman’s Cottage sleeps up to 4 guests, with 1 x king bedroom with ensuite, 1 x queen bedroom and 1 x standalone bathroom.

Wattle Grove Cottage

Wattle Grove Cottage is located 3km (2mi) from The Homestead and The Workman’s Cottage, offering a unique blend of history and modern comfort. This two-bedroom cottage offers a fully-equiped kitchen, dining, lounge and laundry.

Guests booking with Exceptional Kangaroo Island will be provided with a gourmet food hamper as a dinner and breakfast option.

Wattle Grove Cottage sleeps up to 4 guests, with 2 x king bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms.

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