What did we like? Everything! This B&B is not called La Folly for nothing; it is Quirky with a capital Q. We stayed at The Retreat which is one of two rooms available, and it was full of discoveries and eccentricities that could be expected from a regional French B&B. In fact, one of the proprietors, Steph, is of French origin: very friendly and a superb cook who provided a magnificent crepe breakfast. Her husband, Rob, is also a mean cook and prepared an equally magnificent evening meal for us at a very reasonable cost. The Retreat has a very comfortable bed, a comfy sitting area, and dining area and a well appointed bathroom - more a suite than a room. Given the opportunity, we will definitely return.

We loved everything - the room, the hosts, and Chopper the Dog. But as it is located a little out of town (not a bad thing!!) a vehicle is essential.

The breakfast and overall genuine hospitality from hosts were a highlight. We also loved the quirky vibe of the accomodation - it felt very much like we were staying with old friends in our own private retreat. Everywhere we looked we found something else to read, a nostalgic game to play, vintage trinkets to admire. The gardens were home to lots of native birds and made for a truly gorgeous regional escape. We also loved the location - nested just a couple of Kms north of the city centre and a 20 minute walk to the river, it was quiet enough to give the slow holiday experience we were looking for, whilst still being close enough to the main township for the convenience of general shops and community. The location also presented an easy drive to a range of local wineries, galleries, op shops, river activities and, for the fully committed star-gazers, the doorstep of The River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve. This was well worth the drive to witness the Milky Way in a way we'd never seen it before. The dog-friendly nature of the accomodation was another real bonus. We have told several people about this special spot since our stay and so look forward to visiting again some day!

The *only* thing that may have made the stay even more comfortable would have been slightly more kitchen amenities. I was looking forward to a few days of cooking at the accom, and whilst I enjoyed the challenge of working in a small space as expected, it would have been useful to have a few extra bits n pieces (ie, a kitchen knife, lids for pots, a strainer, a hanging dish rack), or a disclosure of these limitations on the booking form just so I could plan better :) but we still made it work and I still cooked some really tasty food!

Stef and Rob have a beautiful and unique property in Murray Bridge. It was so nice to get away from the city feel of accommodation to arrive at a bespoke and creatively designed space with all the amenities for a very comfortable stay. La Folly is very special and we have not stayed anywhere like it. So much to discover and enjoy! On arrival we were met with a warm and lovely welcome - with a bonus of Chopper their super friendly dog and their pretty cats (who are a little shy!) Stef has a beautiful peacock, chickens as well as some horses that she fosters. I missed my furry family while I was on holiday, so it was lovely to have this experience as a part of the stay. Stef was engaging and she looked after us- from great conversation through to the wonderful breakfast of pancakes with smiley faces on them! If you choose La Folly, it is absolutely worth staying more than one night! It is a great location for all attractions close to Murray Bridge and the River as well as being near a wonderful dark sky tourism area.

The property was really well set out and was so peaceful. Our host was lovely and very accomadating in every way. She cooked us some beautiful 2 course meals which were wonderful and the crepes, continental and cooked breakfast were fabulous too. The cottage was well set out with lots of gorgeous antiques all around the bed was super comfy and warm.

The only things that made our stay a 9 not a ten were that the air-conditioner didn't get our cottage as warm as we would have liked. And the shower in our cottage was a little small for me but we were offered the shower outside which was bigger and which I used.

The warmth of Stef was the highlight of our stay. She and Rob have put a lot of love, effort and hard work into their property resulting in a location full of quirky flair and history and concern for the environment. The accommodation ticks all the boxes with unique features everywhere. But the really outstanding features are the personal touches of our host, spending time to get to know us and share her story while delivering great food and conversation.

If I had to find something to be critical about, I can't!

The property was amazing! Steph and Rob were wonderful hosts and the work they have done on this unique accommodation is remarkable. The gardens were beautiful and every room in our cabin was tastefully furnished, with a definite French flair. I loved sitting out back and watching the numerous birds fly in among the flowers and trees. We arranged for dinner to be prepared for us, since we had had a very long driving day, and the food was delicious and beautifully presented. Breakfast, the next morning, was also a treat. I cannot say enough to emphasize the beauty of this setting and how much we enjoyed our stay! If you have a chance to stay here, be sure to do it!!

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The accommodation was so cute! Beautiful and interesting antique interior design. The hosts were so welcoming. The breakfast was delicious. The best part is how dog friendly the property is! Gorgeous enclosed courtyard for our pup to run around in and explore, bowl of water waiting for him & treated like a VIP guest. He had the best time which in turn led us to having a great time.

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Absolutely enjoyed our stay overall. Just on the outskirts of the township it was lovely and quiet, loved the rustic country charm coupled with the beautiful antique furnature. The owners were lovely to deal with and made sure their facilities were clean cosy and catered for. They were warm and welcoming.

Unfortunately we didnt have alot of time back at our accomodation to appreciate the views and have a look around our room but it was a lovely site while we were there. The bathroom amenities were well looked after and clean they were spacious enough and i really liked how they had decorated them was unique and creative. However they were seperate from the room which we had found a slight inconvenience but if that doesnt bother people too much its a no biggie and we were quite ok with that. We found the mattress was a bit too firm in the room we had so had a hard time getting comfortable. But the bedding was ample for a cooler time of the year.

Liked almost everything offered, especially their canine host Chopper. He was lovely. So many little bonuses. Decent bath towels and bath mat, lovely bath robes, great shower pressure and very hot water. Gorgeous "french"room touches, thanks to Steph our French host.

Breakfast not the strongest point, except the crepes which were lovely. Definitely not a deal breaker though.

The B&b is exquisite in its eclectic decor. The place is easy to find, the bed was so comfy, the water was hot with good pressure in the outdoor shower and the breakfast was a delicious treat. Highly recommend and would stay again. There is a microwave, tea and coffee, a heater if needed (not needed on my stay as was so cosy) and eco home touches everywhere. It’s so quiet and relaxing, loved it. The family are so welcoming and the dog is the cutest.