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KipPod I

KipPod I

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About KipPod I

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  • Work on KipPod I first began in November of 2021. The shape of the structure is based on a tiny houseboat, creating a cosy, interesting space which can be enjoyed from the inside and outside.

  • With a desire to use as many recycled materials as possible, we first built the steel structure and brought everything else to life as we sourced materials along the way. The timber has been sourced from my father's older sheep yards. The iron cladding was salvaged from a local builder and his fisherman father in exchange for a bottle of whiskey.

  • The arched doorway was discovered in a salvage yard in Norwood. The interiors feature raw plywood, multifunctional rechargeable lighting and a concrete terrazzo benchtop created using plastic waste. Designed to inspire and relax, we hope you enjoy your stay as much as we did creating the space.

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Wooden cabin is one of Coorong Life’s KipPods with night skywith glowing windows under a starry night sky you can see the Milky Way and the lights inside

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Aerial view of a coastal landscape of The Coorong with Needles island in view in the middle then behind that Snake Island on the left is the mainland and on the right is the Coorong younghusband sanddunes its al clear blue sky

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Coffee being poured into a black 'Coorong Life' mug with a blurred natural background

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KipPod I nestled among trees with a view of the Coorong and dunes in the background

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Person grilling food on an outdoor fire grill with a pan over an open flame outdoors. Cooking bacon and eggs and toast and cherry tomatoes

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Small cabin called a KipPod under a starry night sky with the Milky Way visible at nature retreat Coorong life in South Australia

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Two dogs running on a sandy beach at sunset.

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Two people sitting on a bench near KipPod I building with a corrugated metal exterior next to fire pit chatting

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Stuff to know

What's included?

While we pride ourselves on our minimalist accommodation philosophy, we do offer a range of creature-comforts:

• Bed Linen
• Bath Towels
• Gas Cooker
• Bar Fridge
• Indoor/Outdoor Kitchen Essentials
• Shared Bathrooms
• 12V Solar System
• USB rechargeable Lamps
• Onsite Studio Shop w/ pantry items, creative finds

What should I bring?

We recommend that you bring the following items with you:

• Outdoor Clothing (incl. wind/raincoat)
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Food+drinks
• Bug spray
• Shoes (we love the barefoot lifestyle, particularly along the sandy Coorong waters, but shoes are quite handy for bushwalks)

We call it a 'DIY Nature Retreat'

A new concept in retreats our DIY nature retreats are designed not to tell you how to rest, but to create a space where rest becomes inevitable.

A place where nature’s beauty, quiet surroundings, and thoughtful touches give you the permission and tools to truly pause and recharge. Empowering guest to take home with them new tools to cope with modern life.

Coorong Life isn’t just a destination - it’s an invitation to rediscover your personal peace and permission to rest.

What's a 'KipPod'?

KipPod {noun} Kip English slang for sleep, Pod referring to its cosy small size.

The logic is simple - we want you to feel as faraway from normal life as you can, the large porthole window is the centre piece to the design with the bed facing the water view's inviting you to rest.

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Happy Visitors

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Kate’s Kip Pod was exactly what I needed during the school holidays for some alone time with my dog, nature and a good book. The view from my comfortable bed was beautiful and it was lovely to walk around the Coorong and watch the birdlife. The pod had everything I needed and I loved the fire pit outside.

— Ebony C

Coorong.life was an amazing destination that I would highly recommend for people who are wanting to get a quiet and relaxing get away. My partner and I also felt very accommodated by the hosts, Kate andTim, during our lovely stay surrounded by the beautiful life of the Coorong

— Liana K

More than just accomodation but an experience within the coorong. Highly recommend this place and love the down to earth community atmosphere the hosts create. Don’t hesitate to book this! Byo book and enjoy the view.

— Gemma Rose B.

What a magical weekend at the Coorong. The host made sure everything was perfect. The setting was breathe taking. Such amazing bird life, I have never seen so many pelicans. A wonderful place to switch off. I will definitely visit again and will recommend to friends!

— Renee W.

No better place to disconnect from the city life. Off the grid tiny house a stones throw from the water. Quality features inside make the adjustment easy. Kate and the pups were also brilliant hosts. Stayed for three nights but wish it was more!

— Shaun W-J.

Sunsets, wildlife, ocean, birds, serenity... memories made with lifetime friends.
Thank you for the outstanding hospitality Kate. I can’t wait to come back!

— Michelle S.

Stay

Stay

Our private retreats are the perfect place to unwind, reconnect and be inspired.

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Play

Play

With event hire for everything, including weddings, birthdays and dinner parties on the beach, your next big (or small) occasion is good to go.

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Make

Make

A place of ancient beauty and wonder, the Coorong provides the perfect backdrop for films and photoshoots.

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Create

Create

Endlessly inspiring, Coorong.Life gives artists the time and place they need to contemplate and launch their next creative endeavour.

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Meet your hosts

Kate & Brandi-Lee

Tim (TDog) & Edwin Morris

The Coorong, It’s just so special we just had to share it with everyone that felt called to switch off and return to the beauty of nature.

It’s not 5 stars, but umlimited night stars out here….See ya soon xoxo

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