Merilli 1885

Merilli 1885 pairs heritage charm with a little extra – enjoy a complimentary bottle of Smidge Houdini Shiraz – unlock it via the Perks box on this page.

A heritage stone cottage reborn with warmth, texture, and just the right amount of luxury.

Merilli1885 is slow living, reimagined – think antique timbers, Persian rugs, and plush armchairs made for fireside wine and conversation. The bedroom is dressed in French flax and Egyptian cotton linens, the bathroom boasts heated towel rails and a deep soak tub, and the kitchen? A rustic dream with all the essentials for a slow morning spread.

Surrounded by open paddocks, and golden country light, this is the kind of place that holds you softly and lets the rest of the world blur.

For equestrian lovers, it offers a rare luxury: bring your horse and make the most of the Olympic-sized arena, showjumping setup, cross-country course, and private agistment paddock – all with the Fleurieu hills as your backdrop.

Wake slow. Wander the orchard. Take your morning coffee out to the deck and let the silence do the talking.

Here, the pace is soft and the styling even softer. Run a deep bath, sink into the couch, or do absolutely nothing – it’s all welcome. If you do feel like venturing out, some of the region’s best wineries and cellar doors are a short drive away (but no judgement if you never make it past the garden).

Whether you’re here for romance, reconnection, or a refined kind of reset, Merilli knows exactly how to hold space for it.

• Sleeps 4 – two king bedrooms, each with their own private ensuite
• Full kitchen – breakfast provisions included for your first morning
• Equestrian facilities available – Olympic arena, cross-country + showjumping, private paddock
• Indoor fireplace + seasonal firepit
• Outdoor deck with views over the dam
• Private chef, cooking class, and gourmet picnic experiences available – on request
• Adults-only retreat – no children or pets
• Gift vouchers available
• Located in Currency Creek – approx. 1 hour from Adelaide