Telegraph Station Stays is full of nostalgic history. Built in 1870 as the original Telegraph station, now heritage listed, it has been lovingly restored, & located in the historic township of Penola SA. A short 1 minute walk to the main street, shops, cafes, IGA, cellar doors, restaurants. Our charismatic colonial style 3 bedroom home, has been tastefully decorated, sleeps up to 6 & is the perfect base to explore the beautiful Coonawarra wineries, Mt.Gambier, Robe & the Limestone Coast area.

Meredith & Melissa are Mother & Daughter and your hosts during your stay. We both share a passion for food and wine and adore the beautiful Coonawarra wine area. We’ve created family friendly accommodation and look forward to welcoming you. Your hosts Meredith & Melissa are available if you have any questions during your stay.

Nestled among a sea of vines in the world-famous Coonawarra wine region, Penola is a picture-perfect country town with a fascinating history and smorgasbord of food and wine experiences. Enjoy a long lunch overlooking the vineyards at Hollick Estates, stop in at Koonara Wines in the main street to taste a local drop or two and venture on to explore boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. Discover the town’s fascinating history on the heritage walk or relive the days of yesteryear at historic Petticoat Lane. Penola is also famed as the home of Australia’s first saint, Mary McKillop and the special centre created to honour her life is well-worth a visit. #southaustralia Telegraph Station Stays is conveniently located just off the Main Street. You’ll find a local hotel across the road, Piper of Penola restaurant fours doors down, and a supermarket, cafes, local swimming pool, playground, and cellar doors, Visitor Information Centre all a two minute walk from the front door. You can easily stroll around the township of Penola or book a shuttle bus to the Coonawarra wineries through Coonawarra experiences.