The Chapel at Bella Cosa
- 2 guests
- 1 queen bed
- 1 bathroom
Architecturally designed to resemble a quaint country chapel with a gorgeous mezzanine bedroom and it’s own private solar heated swimming pool, The Chapel is the perfect place for a romantic getaway. You may find you don’t want to leave but if you do there are over 80 nearby cellar doors to visit, amazing restaurants to dine at and beaches and trails to explore.
Included in the price is the choice of local breakfast provisions for the first couple of mornings or a bottle of Zonte’s Footstep wine.
All bookings direct from the website get an early check-in of 2pm and late check-out at 11am.
**Note. The Chapel is suitable for adults only.
Amenities
- TV
- Breakfast provisions or wine
- Towels, linen, soap and toilet paper
- Shampoo & conditioner
- Kitchen with stove top
- Dishwasher
- Coffee maker (Nespresso)
- Kettle & toaster
- Convection microwave
- Hairdryer
- Combustion fireplace
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- BBQ grill
- Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Parking
- Private courtyard
- Pool with solar heating
The space
The Chapel is one of three individual B&Bs situated on a five acre property, Bella Cosa in the heart of the McLaren Vale wine region. It used to be owned by artist Peter Maddox and is still the home to many of the sculptures he created in his time here.
Rent all three spaces together for a getaway with up to 8 of your friends or family.
Availability
Please contact me if you would like to organise a group booking for all cottages or a date in the future that isn’t available yet.
Reviews
- Ryan19 Apr 2026Mel and Craig were great hosts who communicated excellently throughout our experience with them, both before and during our stay. The place was very clean with clear and relevant instructions and local recommendations provided for our stay. I would recommend Mel and Craig as hosts for anyone considering them.Sue30 Mar 2026Mel’s place was a beautiful, peaceful place to stay. I was welcomed with a fridge of a hot breakfast provisions, milk, cereal and juice, plus a coffee machine. The loft had the most comfortable bed and the bathroom had beautiful toiletries for use. I never used the pool during my stay, but it is an added bonus on those warm days. Mel was responsive at all times and left local suggestions which I utilised during my stay. A definite must stay if you are in the McLaren Flat region.
- Lorelle22 Feb 2026Fabulous place to stay, we attended a wedding in the area and stayed 2 nights. Loved having the pool and there are 3 cottages to choose from so we were able to have our relatives stay next door.Great art installations nearby, very quiet, the bed is so comfortable. Very spacious and would certainly stay again.Chris29 Dec 2025We really loved our stay in The Chapel. It was so clean and tidy, inside and out. It was a wonderful mix of authentic, quirky and modern where it mattered. The private pool and yard and smart tv were a huge plus and the all local produce supplied was such a nice surprise. Have already recommended to others. Thanks Mel.
- Michaela11 Oct 2025An absolute gem!!! The guest guide book was nothing short of brilliant, beautifully curated, full of helpful tips, and packed with local insights that made our trip so much more enjoyable.The hosts went above and beyond with their recommendations and personal connections, helping us score amazing deals at some of the best local wineries. Their insider knowledge truly made our experience unforgettable.They provided a spread of fresh, beautiful produce for breakfast, such a great touch! The attention to detail and quality was evident in everything.Mel was super responsive and always happy to help with anything we needed.We can’t recommend this place highly enough. If you’re looking for a stay that combines comfort, local charm, and outstanding hospitality, this is it!Kylie31 Aug 2025The chapel was lovely. Exactly as described and so cosy. Easy check in instructions and not needing a key was excellent. Having an included breakfast was awesome too. Great location, close to the Main Street of McLaren Vale and walking trails. The best way to spend a weekend away. Would definitely recommend 😊Ella24 Aug 2025Our couple getaway was a great way to celebrate our anniversary. The location was great for local wineries, nice restaurants around and some lovely walks. We are looking forward to coming back in the summer so we can use the pool as the pool was too cold at this time of the year. Fully equiped kitchen and bathroom. Lovely soap too! Complementary breakfast was lovely and very yummy! The place was clean and tidy. Great stay! Thank you! ☺️
- Josh01 Jun 2025Check-in was super easy and everything we needed for a relaxing weekend was thoughtfully provided. The location is perfect, close to everything, yet peaceful and private. The house was beautifully set up, and a getaway that was needed.The fire was a great touch for cooler evenings, and overall, the place had everything we could have asked for. Highly recommend!Paul31 Jan 2025It was a perfect 2 night getaway. The location surrounded by so many wineries and distilleries. The pool was fabulous to come home to and wake up with. The Chapel itself is quite beautiful and laid out so well. We would love to return and recommend to anyone. Special call out to the breakfast provisions too!
- Jasmine02 Dec 2024We stayed in the chapel and it was a wonderful stay. We loved the loft bedroom, it was so cosy and super tempting to just throw our plans out of the window and relax! They provided breakfast goods which we enjoyed and the set up was great. The only thing i was a little bummed about is we didnt use the pool as much as we liked because it was too cold unfortunately! We tried our best to make use of it though.
The surroundings was lovely, a truly peaceful place to be in. The other two airbnbs on the property were being occupied but we didnt hear either of them throughout the stay.
A lot of our plans were scheduled around Mclaren Vale so it was perfect location to get to and from places. Super convenient location with shops just down the road and many drink and food options too.
Mel was great, she gave us a guide on not only about the airbnb but recommendations around the area as well that were helpful.
Would definitely recommend this place to someone and would visit again.Aaron08 Nov 2024Beautiful little cottage in McLaren Vale. Pool looked lovely (though weather was too cold to swim during our stay). The app with instructions and recommendations was a standout, we used one of the recommended wine tours and were very impressed. Mel was very helpful. Would definitely stay again. - Izzy08 Feb 2024The Chapel was absolutely stunning. We had such a great few nights there we even extended our stay! The views on the property at sunset was beautiful, and the welcome breakfast pack was a great touch. We couldn’t have asked for a better getaway for our honeymoon. Will be recommending to everyone I know!
- Elle04 Jan 2024I highly recommend staying here, it's in a beautiful location and right in the heart of the McLaren Vale. If we come back we would stay here again.
Mel's place was very clean, easy to find and it's self-check-in. It is a perfect place to stay for a couple and has everything you need.
I loved that we got breakfast on our arrival eggs, bacon and fresh bread! It is a nice touch.Justine19 Dec 2023Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful and gorgeous house! Clean, bright and open space. Provisions provided were fantastic and helped us kick off our day the right way.
Unfortunately the weather was cooler than usual for this time of the year so the pool was not utilized as much as we wanted.
Great location and easy to find. Would definitely stay again.Jessika19 Aug 2023The Chapel was perfect! So much attention to detail has gone into the space and it instantly feels warm and inviting. Such a unique space that is close to town and of course all the lovely wineries in the surrounds. Mel has also gone to the trouble of creating a helpful site for recommendations. Will have to come back again (perhaps when it's warm enough to use the pool).Tamara13 Apr 2023We really loved our stay at the Chapel. The breakfast provisions were wonderful, bed was super comfy, and the wi-fi is really fantastic (which was great as we had to get some work done while away). Mel was extremely responsive when we needed things throughout our stay, and very helpful.Sarah18 Feb 2023A lovely gift from our family to celebrate my husband's 60th birthday. A slightly early check-in was a treat on the 40 degree day we arrived as we could jump in the gorgeous pool straight away! Great a/c, lovely breakfast provisions, comfy bed and our own private and tranquil pine forest to walk through (not to mention fabulous food and wine at the nearby Salopian Inn and Beach Road Wines) made for a wonderful two days away. Thanks Mel!Bec02 Feb 2023A really special little place, felt right at home. Loved the local items left for our breakfast and the opportunity for a dip in the pool. Comfortable bed, great shower, all the basics you need in the little kitchen. Very neat, clean and tastefully decorated. Great location close to town and wineries.








































































