Australian Enterprise Awards 2025 | 37 The Riverglen Marina Reserve, which is southeast of Adelaide, is home to some truly great views. Bill’s Boathouse has the best of the bunch, with its location on the fringes of the Murray River seeing the property face encompassing views of both the water and the greenery that surrounds it on every side. Stretching for miles above guests’ heads is the sky, which, whether totally clear or dotted with clouds, sits atop the landscape it adorns like the jewel on a crown. Whether from its comfortable hammock strung out on the wraparound wooden decking or its relaxing, open-air clawfoot bath, Bill’s Boathouse offers everything guests need to truly immerse themselves in this environment. The accommodation’s close proximity to the water makes it ideal for swimming, kayaking, or fishing, and after a long day carrying out these activities, its deck-side fire is the perfect place to sit and gaze at the stars. Just a one-hour drive from South Australia’s most populous city – 30 minutes if the freeway is taken – the local area in which it is situated is a defining characteristic of Bill’s Boathouse, which provides local produce and highlights to those who step through its doors a range of local attractions in Adelaide and beyond. There is so much to see in the surrounding area, but this requires guests to peel themselves away from this immaculate, luxurious, self-contained accommodation that takes this idea of the ‘wow’ factor to lofty new heights. Serving as a floating window to unspoilt views of South Australia’s beautiful Murray River, Bill’s Boathouse is a sustainable tiny home inviting guests to get back to nature and lose themselves. From this quaint, ecofriendly, one-bedroom accommodation, solo travellers and couples are afforded an experience of river life like no other, bookended by spectacular sunrises in the morning and equally impressive sunsets in the evening. In a world of business and constant stress, to step on Bill’s Boathouse is to watch worries melt away and wonder immediately set in. Best Nature Getaway 2025 – South Australia Jan25106 and a majestic sofa that stands incredibly proudly as the centrepiece of this cosy residence. As guests unwind and enjoy all that Bill’s Boathouse has to offer, they can rest even easier knowing that their accommodation is giving back to the nature that is so much a part of its appeal. Be it the ecofriendly design of the property itself, the sustainable materials used across its amenities, or the local handmade bath salts and jams, every element of the experience has been meticulously crafted to be better – for people and the planet. “We believe in responsible tourism and are committed to sustainable practices that minimise our environmental impact. We actively seek to reduce waste, conserve water and energy, and protect the natural environment. We encourage our guests to join us in these efforts, promoting eco-friendly choices and sustainable travel.” Such a dedication reflects the excellence that Bill’s Boathouse is striving to achieve at every turn, and this is clear from the moment a guest’s journey starts. Renowned for the responsive nature of its booking process, the accommodation’s amazing team ensure a trip starts out right by liaising with all guests through Airbnb and email. Initial contact sees a welcome, directions, and useful tips provided, as well as the option to order gourmet platters. Upon arrival guests are welcomed into Bill’s Boathouse with a welcome card, a bottle of wine, and tasty chocolates, as well as one of its platters if they have chosen to partake. Always clean and well presented, the highs of this initial experience continue throughout the duration of a stay, adding up to a truly unforgettable break that can be enjoyed by those who love nature or are in search of the ultimate’s couples vacation. Authentic, unique, and welcoming to pets, Bill’s Boathouse more than delivers on its promise of a nature-filled adventure. Whether its feeding the swans with the food provided, sketching the views on the accommodation’s own sketchpad, or using herbs from its own garden to season a fresh-cooked meal, those who visit this awardwinning nature getaway are certain to remember it fondly for the rest of their lives. Contact: Cheryl Osmond Company: Bill’s Boathouse Web Address: https://www.billsboathouse.com.au/ Every room inside Bill’s Boathouse offers the same picturesque views of its environment, but there is plenty to look at and enjoy inside as well. This includes a fully functional kitchen which is crying out to cook whatever it is that guests catch when fishing in the Murray (an outdoor BBQ is available for those who don’t like to cook), a lavish bedroom area complete with a comfortable and spacious double,
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