Where to stay in Meningie? The Lake Albert Caravan Park, the place to be!
The Lake Albert Caravan Park is home to living legends Jacqui Grant and Troy Fynnaart who are community-minded personalities that believe tourism is vit
al to the success of Meningie and the Coorong.
These dynamic business partners met some years ago at the Glenelg Football Club, Adelaide. At that time, Troy had been working for 12 y
ears at Mitsubishi Motors with Jacqui’s late husband Tony (a 40-year employee) who lost his battle with cancer in 2010.
“I had to do something, and I remembered fondly, all the family Caravan holidays we had; we’ve always owed a Caravan – it was a great lifestyle,” Jacqui said. “Tony, like Troy, found himself retrenched – Tony was the last to leave Mitsubishi and Troy could not find any permanent work, and that in short is why we’ve got this place.”
So, on October the 10th, 2011, Jacqui and Troy took over the Lake Albert Caravan Park and set about making it something special. But, what sets this friendly duo apart is their commitment to making sure that Lake Albert Caravan Park is a home away from home for travellers and locals alike.
Jacqui and Troy have a simple approach. ‘We like to party’ says Jacqui and ‘so all we do is set up for a party, a party that we would like to go to and invite our park guests and the locals to join in’.
Using this simple formula, Jacqui and Troy now host a range of creative events throughout the year.
Each year we host a classic Vintage Caravan Weekend, a fabulous Melbourne Cup day and a massive New Year’s Eve show with live music,” Jacqui said.
Jacqui and Troy also recently installed an enormous television for their regular movie and live entertainment nights. So, if you are ever looking for something to do in Meningie? Jacqui and Troy have you sorted.
But the fun isn’t limited to park guests only. Jacqui and Troy have an open door policy, which includes the locals and their families.
“We love having the locals in the park, Meningie is such a wonderful place to live and its great to see the visitors and locals enjoying themselves’ explains
Jacqui.
“We didn’t know what to expect when we came from Adelaide, we didn’t know anyone, and we came into town ‘cold turkey’. But, Meningie was so friendly that we wanted to share that with our guests”
Both are emotionally and commercially invested in the region. Troy ran the popular Blue House Holiday Home for a number of years in Meningie and Jacqui owns a beautiful block of land in Milang.
“I was always going to build my dream holiday home at Milang, but I’ve got my old kombi and I think I’ll just sell the block and buy another caravan park,” laughed Jacqui.
Leasing the park from the Coorong District Council on a peppercorn lease agreement, the dynamic duo find themselves looking to the future and retirement.
“I don’t have a strict business plan and you can really relax in this business as long as you can multitask – I love meeting people and I need to keep working a bit longer yet,” Jacqui said.
Where to stay in Meningie? Lake Albert Caravan Park!
With their sense of fun, a bunch of great events and just all round nice people the Lake Albert Caravan Park is the perfect place to stay in Meningie.
The Lake Albert Caravan is located in one of Meningie's prime spots (right on shores of Lake Albert) and is right next door to one of Australia's best National Parks, the Coorong National Park.
The Coorong National Park is 194kms long which means there is endless of activities and Coorong experiences where you will not get anywhere else. Bird watching, boating, camping, kayaking, fishing, hiking, four-wheel driving, and walking trails are the most popular adventures to get involved within the Coorong.
Not only does the caravan park supplies beautiful sunsets and time to relax, but there are also plenty of other activities and adventures on what to do around Meningie. Meningie offers seasonal experiences like Coorong camping, hiking, and kayaking, to name a few.
You can check them out at their https://www.facebook.com/lakealbert
and their https://www.lakealbertcaravanpark.com.au/ to keep up to date on their many social events.
Lake Albert Caravan Park - On-site features
The Lake Albert Caravan Park offer a range of different accommodation.
Powered camping sites at $37 per night and sleeps up to 6 people are available. There are unpowered sites at $20 per night. There are six different types of cabins available to cater for all sizes of groups and families. The price range is no more than $148 per night for a cabin. There is also a Pelican Family Villa onsite at $148 per night.
Other features onsite that are provided are:
- - Immaculate Bathrooms and Toilets
- - Laundrette with Coin Operated Washing Machines & Dryers, Disabled Amenities
- - Baby’s Bathroom
- - 24-Hour Food/Drink Vending Machine Kiosk
- - The Caravan Park also supplies Bedding/Linen for hire for Egret Cabins
- - Sullage Dump Point (septic-friendly products only, No Nappy San
- - Camp Kitchen &Outdoor BBQ areas, Band Stage & Projector Screen (used for football grand finals).
- - And Communal Firepit (only during non-fire ban season and when weather permits)
What to do in Meningie? – Join in the events at Lake Albert Caravan Park
Easter Weekend
Easter long weekend is a special event on the Lake Albert Caravan park calendar. Usually themed around food, the park invites a range of stall holders in and they provide all sorts of sweet and savoury food. Usually, the Waffles and Jaffles food van is available, and the Lalbert Bar caters for drinks. The park makes sure you have everything that you need all weekend, even live entertainment performing on the stage!
Various Easter fundraisers are usually available to get involved in scoring great prizes!
Each year, the Meningie RSL club also holds an annual Easter Sunday Market for the community side of the Easter Long weekend. Just a 5 minute walk away from the Caravan park. People from the community and statewide come down to set up a stall for the Market to sell their goods! Everyone will find a treasure. The Market is perfect for all ages, and especially the kids will have a blast
June Long Weekend
On the June long weekend, the Lake Albert Caravan Park always has some live entertainment, nibbles and drinks. Everyone is welcome (locals, travellers, family and friends)!
Want to know what to do in Meningie? The June Long weekend is also home to the well-known Meningie Lawn Mower races. This is held at the Meningie Hotel (Pub) each year.
The Lake Albert Caravan Park is the perfect where to stay inn Meningie accommodation and is only a short walk from the Pub.
October Long Weekend
Or you might be in Meningie over the October long weekend. At this time of the year, the Lake Albert Caravan Park hosts the Gourmet in the Park which is one of the best things to do in Meningie and is the place to be.
Each year the October long weekend theme is different. They always get very creative and are never boring! In the past the themes have been Superhero and Villains, Op Shop and Covid.
The Gourmet at the Park event features live music, delicious food, and the best Coorong accommodation all in one spot! It is a great way to socialize and create new friendships
Local people and clubs like the Meningie Lions Club, Friends of Jallarah and Meningie RSL Club all join in the fun over this special weekend. So why not book a stay and get involved and get to know the town and its history – while partying with the locals!
New Years Eve Holiday
When New Year's comes around, the Lake Albert Caravan Park always knows what to do and where to stay in Meningie, which is onsite, of cour
se!
Every year they hold entertainment, food, and drinks to celebrate the year's achievements and struggles and welcome the new year in the best way possible. Each year is a creative theme, and no theme is ever boring at the Park.
Summertime at Lake Albert Caravan Park
When Summer comes around, the Lake Albert Caravan Park partners with a local hire business and they offer a full range of water equipment including kayaks, pe
dal boats, and paddleboards.
What to eat in Meningie?
Ever wonder what to eat in Meningie? Feel a bit peckish whilst you're staying at the Lake Albert Caravan Park?
Freshies Café and Bar
The fabulous Freshies Café and Bar is a 1-minute walk across the Park. How convenient!
Freshies also offer seasonal events from live music, Jukebox and special nights, accommodating travellers staying at the Park. Their food is unforgettable, and their customer service is very welcoming. You may even see Jacqui and Troy, the Lake Albert Caravan Park owners at Freshies, regularly always having a good time.
Happy Daise Coffee Shop
Another fantastic spot where to eat in Meningie is the new Happy Daise Coffee shop located on the main street. They offer a selective range of vegan, sweet, savoury, and gluten-free food. The service is fast and friendly, and there is the option to sit outside at the new parklets or takeaway.
Their opening hours are 6.30 am- 2 pm 7 days a week. So, whether you’re a morning person or afternoon person, they have you covered for your food and drink.
Meningie Hotel
Fancy a typical country pub meal? Meningie's Hotel is on the main street. They offer classic meals like a chicken schnitzel or always have a delicious special on. And
if you like to socialize this is the place to be. Locals are super friendly and always up for a laugh.
Real Estate in Meningie
And, if you are looking for real estate in Meningie, feel free to check us out during your stay.
Our Meningie office is easy to find. Right next door to the Ampol Fuel Station at 73 Princes Highway, Meningie.
Our team is made up of locals. Locals who live, work and play in the region.
And, we have years of experience in property management, rentals, sales and holiday rentals.
We also provide consistent up-to-date information about what is happening around Meningie or upcoming events.
We can guide you if you're staying in Meningie or the Coorong area on what to do in Meningie, where to stay and where to eat.
Call 0885724555
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