On the Road with FIVEAA: Discovery Parks, Robe
This week on On the Road with FIVEAA, Graeme Goodings and Ned McHenry cruised their way down the Limestone Coast to one of South Australia’s most loved seaside towns, Robe. A place where salt hangs in the air, fishing boats bob in the harbour, and every day feels like a postcard come to life. With its irresistible mix of coastal adventure, heritage charm, and long, lazy beach days, Robe is the kind of destination that sneaks up on you… then stays with you.
Eat, Sip, Wander, Repeat
When your stomach starts to rumble, Robe has you covered. Start strong with a toasty brew from drift robe, go classic with fish and chips from Sky Seafoods, or settle in for a local seafood platter paired with a Limestone Coast chardonnay at Sails at Robe.
But food is only the beginning.
Spend your morning exploring Robe’s heritage-filled streets, boutique stores, stone cottages, and that sleepy seafront charm that feels like a step back in time. When adventure calls, lace up your shoes and wander the coastal trail to the Robe Obelisk. The cliffs, the spray, the colour of the water… the whole walk is a postcard.
Prefer the slower lane?
Find a quiet jetty and drop in a line, take the 4WD for a cruise along Long Beach, or simply park yourself in the sand and watch the turquoise water pulse against the shore.
And for wine lovers, the day doesn’t end there. Cape Jaffa Winery just a short drive away, serves organic drops with ocean views and a cellar door that feels as relaxed as the town itself.
Hidden Gems You Shouldn’t Miss
Robe is full of surprises if you know where to look.
Rise of Robe Specialty Bread
A personal favourite and an absolute must-stop. Their fresh, hot Portuguese tarts are legendary, and the bread is just as delicious. But be warned: they sell out fast. An early-morning visit is the best way to make sure you don’t miss out.
Little Dip Conservation Park
Just minutes from town, this coastal haven offers rugged dunes, wild beaches, pristine lakes, and some of the best off-road tracks in the region.
Beacon Hill Lookout
A short climb rewards you with sweeping views over the town, coastline, and endless ocean, perfect for sunrise photos or a quiet sunset moment.
The Caledonian Inn
A historic seaside pub with great meals, live music, and an iconic beer garden steps from the sand.
Hoopers Beach
Less visited than Long Beach, but equally beautiful, calm, sheltered, and ideal for a peaceful morning dip.
Karatta House & Local Artisan Stores
A treasure trove of locally made goods, homewares, and gifts you won’t find anywhere else.
Stay Beachside & Soak It All In
If holiday mode had coordinates, they’d point directly to Discovery Parks Robe. Set right across from the famous Long Beach, this pet-friendly park is everything a coastal escape should be: simple, comfortable, relaxing, and completely unpretentious.
Roll into your powered site, plug in, and breathe out. This is caravanning the way it’s meant to be.
Dip into the indoor pool, fire up the BBQ for a sunset feast, or wander down the path to let the waves lap at your feet, furry friends welcome. Kids can burn their energy in the activity room, while grown-ups settle into that blissful feeling of “I could stay here forever.
Your Travel Auctions Package Includes
- 10 nights hire of a powered site at Discovery Parks Robe
- Use them all at once, or split into 2 x 5 - night stays
- Share your stay with friends both 5-night blocks can be used at the same time
- Pet friendly and directly opposite Long Beach
Why We Love It
Because Robe gets everything right. The rhythm is slow, the beaches are long, the food is good, and the people are the kind who wave as they walk by. You can fill your days with coastal hikes and hidden gems, or you can do absolutely nothing, and both count as time well spent.
From sunset BBQs and beach walks to boutique browsing and local vino, Discovery Parks Robe is the ideal base for a coastal escape that’s equal parts relaxing and adventurous.
At Travel Auctions, we love showcasing destinations that highlight the best of South Australia, and Robe is a shining example.
So go on Bid. Win. Go!
Let Robe slow you down, fill your cup, and sweep you into holiday mode.