The excitement is building in Adelaide as we count down to the return of the Santos Tour Down Under  , riding into South Australia from 16–25 January Across the state—and especially here in Adelaide City—there’s a real buzz in the air. The city is looking incredibly welcoming for visitors and competitors alike, and when you drive down King William Street, you simply can’t miss the fabulous Tour Village signage proudly announcing this world-class event. It’s always a delight t

As promised in our New Year post — here it is. Our 2025 recap, brought together in one VIDEO celebrating a year that was busy, meaningful, humbling and incredibly rewarding. This video showcases just some of the many moments we’ve been involved in throughout the year — across tourism, networking, collaboration, friendships, and community connection. It also reflects the environmental projects we were proud to engage in — from supporting nature, growing and nurturing plants,

While many slow down over Christmas and New Year, behind the scenes we’ve been quietly preparing for the next Trees For Life (SA)  growing season. Over the past few days, we’ve mixed 8 boxes of soil with fertiliser and carefully filled 480 individual soil tubes — ready for the next stage of our journey: sowing each seed and species by hand. Every tube represents a future native tree A small action today, for healthier landscapes, stronger ecosystems and a more sustainable Sou

Today we pause to celebrate the joy, connection and quiet magic that this season brings. To our cherished guests, friends, and supporters — here in South Australia, across the country, and around the world — thank you  for being part of our story in 2025. Whether you stayed with us, shared our posts, recommended us to a loved one, or simply followed our journey, your support means more than you know. Wherever you are today — gathered with family, exploring somewhere new, or t

After the warm days we’ve had recently, our birdbath at Country Style Louisa has been a popular stop This time, a rainbow lorikeet — one of Australia’s most colourful Australian native birds — came in to visit. Earlier there were two enjoying a refreshing bath together, such a joy to watch that we couldn’t help but grab the camera. This little moment was captured afterwards — just one lorikeet on its own, pausing, drinking, and soaking up the calm of the garden. These are the

It’s been a little warm in South Australia this week — and just as the cool change rolled through, we were lucky enough to capture this beautiful moment. A Murray magpie stopped by the birdbath at our Country Style Louisa home in Gawler… food still firmly in its beak (a moth perhaps!) while sipping away, likely on feeding duty for some hungry young ones Not willing to let the meal go — even for a drink! Watch Video HERE These quiet, special moments are what make staying her

Following on from our visit with Mary at the Peterborough Print Shop, today we’re sharing more about the remarkable Intertype machine she spoke to us about. Mary shared the history of this particular machine — including that this one came from England, not America, and how the differences can be identified. It was fascinating to hear how these machines were once central to producing newspapers and printed material for regional communities, playing a vital role in how informat

As the Ashes (cricket) arrives at Adelaide Oval, we extend a warm welcome to international players and visitors from around the world, interstate supporters travelling to cheer on the Aussies, and South Australians who treasure this great summer tradition. There’s something truly special about cricket in Adelaide — the history, the atmosphere and that unmistakable South Australian pride.  Adelaide Oval | South Australia #Ashes   #AdelaideOval #SouthAustralia #WelcomeToSA  ..

Following on from our visit with Mary at the Peterborough Print Shop, today we’re sharing more about the remarkable Intertype machine she spoke to us about. Mary shared the history of this particular machine — including that this one came from England, not America, and how the differences can be identified. It was fascinating to hear how these machines were once central to producing newspapers and printed material for regional communities, playing a vital role in how informat

A few years ago, we purchased this beautiful rose in support of Catherine House , helping raise funds for a cause close to our hearts 💛 📸 Captured in bud on 25/11/2025 📸 And now — flourishing in full bloom today in the garden at our Country Style Louisa  home in Gawler 🌹 As Christmas approaches, we’d also like to take a moment to wish everyone at Catherine House a very Merry Christmas  and say thank you for the incredible work you do for people across South Australia . Yo

A Little More From Our Visit to Peterborough A fortnight ago on History Friday, we shared our visit to the wonderful Peterborough Printing History Museum — and today, we’re excited to bring you a little more from that experience. This time, Mary takes us deeper into the world of the Cropper Printing Press, the beautiful foot-treadle machine we showed briefly in our first story. After looking further into its history, I’m even more amazed by what this humble press meant for sm

A Home with Heart, History & Soul | Gawler, South Australia We are so excited to share a brand-new video that captures the magic, warmth and quiet charm of our much-loved Country Style Louisa  home in Gawler — South Australia’s oldest country town and a gateway to some of the state’s most celebrated wine regions. Set to gentle, atmospheric music, the video invites you to slow down and wander through this beautifully restored, character-filled home. As the gate opens and our t

This week — 11 December 2025 — we begin planting our very first species of Australian natives for this year’s growing season with Trees for Life SA… and we’re starting with a beauty:  Leptospermum lanigerum – the Woolly Tea-Tree Soft, silver-green foliage, delicate white flowers, and a natural love for damp gullies and creek lines — this gorgeous Australian native is a favourite for wildlife. It provides food and shelter for birds, insects and small animals, stabilises soil,

We’re delighted to share that our  newest newsletter has just been published  — a festive, feel-good wrap-up of the season and a beautiful look back at what has been an incredibly special year for Adelaide Style Accommodation. Inside, you’ll find: Highlights from a year of memorable guest stays An update on our  7th global award from the United Kingdom  Our latest  eco-style projects , including this year’s 600 native trees A spotlight on our  secure parking  and guest-friend

There’s something truly special about spotting emus wandering freely with their adorable chicks trotting closely behind. Watching a devoted father emu guide his little family through native grasses and open South Australian landscapes is one of those unforgettable moments that makes you pause — a reminder of how incredible our wildlife really is. These gentle giants are often seen across regional South Australia, and yes, even within a 50-minute drive of Adelaide if you know

🖨️ Step back in time at the historic Peterborough Times Printing Office, built in 1887 and now lovingly operated as a working museum by the dedicated  History Group. Set out exactly as it was throughout the 20th century until 2001, the print shop features original presses, inks, tools, paper stock, old templates and thousands of printed items. What was once layered with grease and grit has now been carefully cleaned, restored and preserved for future generations — a true lab

We’ve been spotting the race cars and safety cars cruising around Adelaide and North Adelaide recently — a sure sign that one of the biggest weekends on our city’s calendar is almost here. Our Adelaide Style Accommodation city homes are now full for this incredible event, and we love being part of the action by offering our guests a comfortable, memorable, home-away-from-home stay right in the heart of it all. These are the moments that visitors talk about with family, friend

On the weekend, we collected our 10 boxes of soil, fertiliser, seeds and supplies from Trees For Life SA and have officially begun preparing to grow 600 Australian native trees this season These seedlings will be grown voluntarily for a landholder in Second Valley, south of Adelaide, supporting biodiversity, habitat regeneration and a healthier environment for generations to come. Watch our video We’ll be sharing updates throughout the growing season — including the native

This could be you… standing or sitting on the verandah, looking out through the roses, taking in the peace and history that surrounds you at our Country Style Louisa home. The thick local stone walls hold stories of the past, while you enjoy a slow morning coffee and simply relax. Whether you’re travelling from right here in South Australia, interstate or overseas, this stunning character home welcomes you with timeless charm and peaceful garden surrounds – a true escape just

If you’re a cricket (and sport) lover, the energy is building at the iconic @ Adelaide Oval   — right now we’ve got the Sheffield Shield in full swing: South Australia vs Western Australia! And before we know it, we’ll be welcoming visitors for the The Ashes in South Australia — one of the biggest events on our sporting calendar.  Did you know? Some of our 4.5-star Adelaide Style Accommodation homes are within walking distance of Adelaide Oval — making them the ideal base for