Carrieton Caravan Park

A Caravan Park with a difference. Once a small country school (1882 -1997) the Carrieton community developed a caravan park within its grounds. Retaining the essential character of the school the park caters for travellers, It is situated within Carrieton on the R.M.Williams Way, bitumen highway leading to the northern Flinders and Outback. It provides a convenient overnight stay or chance to stay a while, enjoy the rural views, explore the local area or make day trips to popular locations in the Northern or Southern Flinders.

Whim Cottage A self contained cottage, originally the principal’s residence built from local stone in 1882 is air conditioned with a disability bathroom that caters for up to 8 adults. If required, additional rooms can be opened to use the adjoining library, meeting room and large kitchen.

The Library  within the main stone building is a bedroom for 2 adults with outside amenities. A well equipped indoor kitchen and meeting room within the main building can be added as an extra for group functions.

Bunkhouse utilizes the old timber classroom and offers a/c comfort for budget travellers or small groups up to 12 with outside amenities. The Budget double, originally the timber classroom porch is now a twin bedroom with outside amenities.

The arts shed renamed “Red Wine Central” by happy travellers provides a community lounge area, TV, kitchen facilities and a wood heater for cosy comfort in the winter. A great meeting place for fellow travellers.

Amenities include coin operated laundry, disability toilet/shower, men’s and ladies’ toilets and showers.

BBQ area, playground & dump point available also.

Caravan and Camping ground, (16 powered sites) once the cricket ground of many serious junior cricket matches is a grassed area surrounded by shady trees and with open rural views looking to the Oladdie Ranges.

Pets are welcome.

Group Gatherings A great place for small interest group to gather for several days utilizing the varied accommodation and meeting /kitchen facilities to pursue their hobbies or family activities. Group discount available.