January 20, 2020 Molly's Run is "an oasis," an apt description offered by Paul, one of the two hosts. Charmaine and he, are a terrific husband and wife duo,... read more gracious as hosts and and caring as people. The house is overlooking the northern coast of Kangaroo Island, in an idyllic setting. Two alpacas stand watch, along with Molly III the dog, for whom (along with the deceased Molly I and Molly II) the place is named. The bedrooms are comfortable and quiet. Well appointed. The food is outstanding. Charmaine is a gourmet chef, who is passionate about cooking and baking. In conversation we mentioned how much our party enjoyed oysters; The next evening, two dozen baked oysters served with 2 different recipes, one unique to Austrlia.. All of the many dishes offered, main and entree, were terrific. Fresh ingredients, most sourced on the Island, skillfully prepared. And her desserts are fabulous---the Pavlova! I particularly enjoyed before and during dinner conversing with them, over a glass of wine and even coffee in the morning. They have a wide variety of experiences and at the same time, are deeply rooted in Kangaroo Island,. In spite of the fires, there remains plenty to do on Kangaroo Island. Teeming with wildlife (Paul will take you on an off road ride after dusk with many kangaroo, wallabies, possums, etc). and flora, it is a unique slice of Australia. The myriad of beaches are different, north... January 20, 2020
Molly's Run is "an oasis," an apt description offered by Paul, one of the two hosts. Charmaine and he, are a terrific husband and wife duo, gracious as hosts and and caring as people.
The house is overlooking the northern coast of Kangaroo Island, in an idyllic setting. Two alpacas stand watch, along with Molly III the dog, for whom (along with the deceased Molly I and Molly II) the place is named.
The bedrooms are comfortable and quiet. Well appointed.
The food is outstanding. Charmaine is a gourmet chef, who is passionate about cooking and baking. In conversation we mentioned how much our party enjoyed oysters; The next evening, two dozen baked oysters served with 2 different recipes, one unique to Austrlia.. All of the many dishes offered, main and entree, were terrific. Fresh ingredients, most sourced on the Island, skillfully prepared. And her desserts are fabulous---the Pavlova!
I particularly enjoyed before and during dinner conversing with them, over a glass of wine and even coffee in the morning. They have a wide variety of experiences and at the same time, are deeply rooted in Kangaroo Island,.
In spite of the fires, there remains plenty to do on Kangaroo Island. Teeming with wildlife (Paul will take you on an off road ride after dusk with many kangaroo, wallabies, possums, etc). and flora, it is a unique slice of Australia. The myriad of beaches are different, north shore versus south shore. Well worth visiting.
Molly's Run is a winner! More

  My 11 year old and I stayed at Molly's Run for 2 nights and we certainly wish we could have stayed longer. Charmaine and Paul are the most welcoming and... read more warm hosts! The meals were spectacular - we were one vegetarian and one vegan and there was more food than we could eat, including fresh bread daily and amazing dessert. The room we stayed in was beautiful. Paul took us out at night to look for animals and it was so much fun! This was our favorite stay during a month-long trip to Australia and New Zealand.

  This is a small dinner bed and breakfast location in a lovely remote location where Charmaine and Paul make you feel warmly welcomed and at home.
The food is excellent... read more and well presented and the guests sit around together to eat so it feels very convivial.
The room we had was upstairs was clean and with a very comfy bed. It has its own shower room.
Paul will take you out for half an hour in the evening to view the local wildlife. You must go.

  Our 2 night stay with Paul and Charmaine was a highlight of our 3 week trip throughout Australia. Paul and Charmaine are the best hosts we have ever encountered throughout... read more our travels around the world. They are incredibly warm and friendly. The food was delicious! They helped us with our self drive 3 day itinerary. Our hearts are broken that the bushfires have devastated parts of KI. Paul and Charmaine, we send you our very best, think of you often and hope you, Molly and your beautiful home are safe. With much love, Lori and Roy

  Sadly we only had one night here but wished it had been more. Paul and Charmene greeted us so warmly that within a few minutes we felt as though we... read more were old friends. Our room was well furnished and comfortable, with a spacious bathroom.
After an excellent dinner, which would have graced any fine dining restaurant, Paul took us for an off road look at the local wildlife by car headlamps, which was magical.
Breakfast was a splendid as our dinner the night before.
I cannot recommend Molly's Run highly enough.

  Staying at Molly’s Run was like visiting old friends and being treated like royalty. Paul and Charmaine came rushing out of the house to greet us on our arrival, after... read more each day of touring, and to see us off. If there are two warmer people on the planet, we haven’t met them! Charmaine is a phenomenal cook—each meal was a table ladened with one delicious alternative after another. She even sent us off with a delicious French blueberry cake for our flight. Paul took us out for an evening ride to see the kangaroos and wallabies on his property. The accommodations were superb and immaculate. We had the upstairs room with an ocean view and kangaroos on the lawn in the morning. Evenings we sat by the fire and enjoyed drinks and amazing stories (if you go, and you should) be sure to ask Paul about the time Charmaine tried to pull a Joey out of a pouch!
If you are going to Kangaroo Island, this is the most authentic and enjoyable experience you can have. Go! We are planning to return!

  We stayed for 2 nights at Molly’s Run. Paul & Charmaine are such welcoming & wonderful hosts and made us feel so at home. Also must mention Molly the 14... read more month old boxer who is just as friendly & welcoming as her owners. She was gorgeous. Our room upstairs had a fabulous view of the coastline and it was very comfortable with en suite shower room & tea & coffee making facilities, TV & air con. We joined Paul & Charmaine for pre a dinner drink....they are such interesting & friendly people & are so interested to hear about the lives of their guests. The food is exceptional. Charmaine is the most amazing cook. The 3 course dinner with wonderful local wine each night was divine & delicious and the breakfasts were amazing with everything homemade including the jams etc. Paul took us out both nights we stayed for a mini night safari to see the local wildlife and it did not disappoint. We saw kangaroos in abundance, wallaby,possum & a lone echidna. Sadly we missed Kenny the resident koala!! We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay on Kangaroo Island. It’s a wonderful place made even so much more enjoyable & memorable by the fabulous hospitality of Paul & Charmaine. I would not hesitate to recommend this absolute gem of a place if you are considering a trip to Kangaroo Island. More

  I had the most wonderful stay with Paul and Charmaine at Molly’s run. They were the most wonderful hosts who made me feel like a part of their family for... read more my short time there and to top it off the meals they cooked were outstanding and the property itself is beautiful- thank you and I highly recommend!

  Come visit the island and stay at wonderful Molly’s Run Villa where your hosts will care for your every need and your neighbors are Kangaroos and birds. Exceptional meals,... read more beautiful views and comfortable bedroom suites await you. Yes, the Island is dealing with the aftermath of severe fires but there are still plenty of areas to visit and animals to see.

  Charmaine and Paul are the friends you wish you had. They are able to bring their quests together every evening for wine/beer and make you feel as though you have... read more been invited to a dinner party that you are truly enjoying. Speaking of dinner we are talking gourmet that leaves you dreaming of the next meal. That being breakfast that is filled with all kinds of goodies. Don't miss the banana pancakes. They are wonderful. Paul and Charmaine are filled with stories and history of the island that are so enjoyable to listen to and definitely could suggest and help you decide how to spend your time. We spent 2 nights and toured 2 full days, but would have liked to stay one more night and just relax at Molly's Run.

  Lovely quaint rooms, beautifully clean and comfortable.
Wonderful home cooked food and welcoming, friendly owners.
Gorgeous English style garden lit in the evenings.
Took us out on night drive... read more to view the animals, we loved it.

  We’ve stayed at many B&B’s and this was by far the very best one. Paul and Charmaine were the most gracious hosts and the food was absolutely wonderful!!! ... read more Wish we could have stayed much longer than our 2 days!! We would definitely go back!!!!

  When Webster re-does the dictionary he will use a picture of Paul and Charmaine next to the definition of hospitality. Their establishment is lovely, with charming rooms and the... read more most welcoming atmosphere. Charmaine is a gourmet cook and here is where we had our best meals of our trip. Paul ferried a group of the newcomers on an evening run in his vehicle to see kangaroos in the surrounding fields. When we made a change to our planned itinerary they were most helpful in getting things changed. If you are going to KI this is the place to stay!!

  We visited Kangaroo Island for two days on 7/8 Feb and stayed at Mollys Run. Paul and Charmaine were incredible hosts. Charmaine is a fantastic cook. Dinner was delicious and... read more the wine flowed. After dinner, Paul took us out for a short nocturnal drive to see the wildlife. We saw lots of kangaroos, wallabies and possums. Amazing! Breakfast was more than we could eat and our bedroom was superb. Our every need was catered for and I cannot recommend Mollys Run highly enough. Also Molly the dog is adorable.
Do please visit Kangaroo Island as the island is fantastic, despite the fires, and they need our support.

  The experience in Molly’s was absolutely top notch. The accommodation was excellent and the food truly of the highest gourmet caliber. Charmane and Paul made us feel as... read more if we were visiting family. Kangaroo Island was a wonderful place to visit, we only regret that we did not stay longer. Our prayers that Molly’s Run is spared by the fires.

  Molly's Run was an amazing, beautiful, homey place to spend a few days. To call it a B&B doesn't quite cover it. A lovely old Italianate villa on a beautiful... read more bay on Kangaroo Island has been lovingly converted for guest accommodations. The owners, Paul and Charmaine, make you feel like family. That sounds like a cliche, but in this case it held true. I was welcomed with a hug and, from day one, it felt more like sitting around a cozy fire in the evenings with old friends than it did a commercial accommodation. I had the balcony room, so I began and ended each day with stunning sunrise and sunset views of the bay. The basic facts for fellow travelers: My bed was supremely comfortable. The bathroom was not large, but perfectly functional and well appointed with amenities and plenty of big towels. Fluffy robes and slippers are provided. Everything was spotlessly clean and well thought out for guests' comfort. My room had its own control for a/c and heat. All was nice and comfy. But, going way above and beyond the individual rooms, is the rest of the beautiful villa. The lounge was furnished with curl-up-and-sink-into furniture around an always crackling fire. The courtyard and surrounding gardens are lovely and well cared for. The open-plan ground floor allows the lounge to flow into the dining room, where Charmaine serves up truly gourmet meals. Breakfast was fabulous with a wonderful array of fresh fruits, yogurt, cereals, home-baked breads, etc. and Charmaine standing by to cook up anything you want. And if Paul is in pancake-making mode, take him up on his banana pancakes. Almost worth the plane fare from the U.S. all by themselves! Charmaine's multi-course dinners are gorgeous, varied, and healthy, using fresh local produce, seafood, meats, etc. Her fresh-baked breads are a delight. Truly we are talking gourmet-level cooking, but presented in a relaxed atmosphere in a homey setting. She's able to accommodate special dietary requests, if needed, and briefly conferred with me each day on what I might like that evening. I basically said, "Bring it on," and just let her plan her fabulous menus. From starter to dessert, it was always delicious and beautifully prepared. Paul and Charmaine obviously love what they do and excel at making guests feel like very welcome old friends. I traveled around Australia for 4 weeks and my few days at Molly's Run were truly a highlight of my trip.

  A fabulous setting with very hospitable hosts.
Set in a beautiful settign with stunning views across the water.
A very relaxed feel a home away from home.
Pre dinner drinks... read more with 'wild gin' with roasemary in it- Yum!!
Followed by an excellent dinner tailored to accomodate two guests with food allergies.
Then the 6 guests were taken on a night drive spotting kangeroos, possums, wallabies and even a koala.....
Slept like a baby.
We were served a breakfast feast before being picked up for another days tour...... We even met the famous Molly (No 3!!)

  The key treasure of Australia are local people and Charmaine and Paul are definitely one of them. They make this place so warm and friendly that it’s hard to leave.... read more If you are looking for a place with charm and local touch - don’t miss Molly’s Run!

  Molly’s Run is the most fantastic and warm welcoming B & B ever! We had the pleasure to stay one night and we wished that we could have stayed much... read more longer. The food and hospitality was 5 stars. We can absolutely give ours highest recommendation.

Best Kim and Trine from Denmark

  Our stay at Molly’s Run is one of the best and memorable experiences of our time in Australia. Paul and Charmaine were fantastic hosts. The food and drink wonderful and... read more to be taken out on a night drive after supper was absolutely tremendous and well beyond their call of duty. Fantastic sightings of koala and kangaroos.
After a delicious breakfast we felt our stay with them was only too short.

  We stayed at Molly’s Run for two nights and wish we could have been there for a week or month... Charmaine and Paul are terrific hosts - accommodations, food, wine... read more and their warmth are going to be a high light of this terrific trip.

  This is the best b&b with the most welcoming folks, gourmet homemade foods, casual easy lifestyle, country-comfort suite and prettiest natural setting! The night viewing of nocturnal wildlife was a... read more highlight of our stray! I love it all!

  Molly’s run is like a home from home. The hosts Paul and Charmene were so warm and welcoming. The rooms are spacious and well equipped but quirky in design. ... read more /> The three course meal in the evening was like eating in a Michelin star restaurant but with the ambience of being at home with great friends. All the food was locally sourced produce and accompanied by local wines.
Breakfast was equally impressive, Paul makes the most delicious banana pancakes. The variety at breakfast was excellent and set up for a good days touring. The real special highlight was the after dinner drive to see the animals come alive, possums, wallabies and Kangaroos. In the morning Kevin the resident Koala made an appearance. Five stars is not enough for this accommodation. Could not recommend highly enough.

  This is just the best place to stay! The rooms are gorgeous with everything you could possibly want. Charmaine and Paul are so welcoming and really amazing hosts. Charmaine... read more prepared a fabulous dinner for us and equally good breakfast in the morning - I don’t know how she does it with what appears to be such ease! Paul kindly took us for a drive after dinner and we saw kangaroos, wallabies and possums!
Thank you both for such great stay.

  I can only concur with everything that has already been said. The property has been beautifully restored leaving lots of original features to give it its rustic charm. Fabulous polished... read more brown slate floors. Delightful courtyard and wonderful views down to the ocean.
Charmaine and Paul, well what can I say. It’s like seeing friends you haven’t seen for a while. They immediately make you feel at home and within minutes you’re chatting away like you’ve known them forever. Charmaines cooking is indescribable and without doubt the best food we’ve had in Australia. It’s definitely gourmet and she makes her own pickles and jams as well. Paul insisted that after dinner we go out in his 4x4 to look for kangaroos and we saw loads of them up really close too. He said he’d been going out at night for about 5 years and that it took the animals about 2 years to feel safe and comfortable with his presence. He obviously really enjoys showing guests and making their experience special. They really are the most hospitable couple I’ve ever met. I would recommend staying at least 3 nights so that you can enjoy the island at leisure and spend more time with this lovely couple . Oh and I mustn’t forget Molly the dog. More

  Our hosts (Norelle and Peter) were extremely gracious. After a fantastic meal following drinks and appetizers, Peter took us out "kangaroo, wallaby, and possum spotting" at night. The rooms... read more were very nice, breakfast was out of this world, and the day trips around the island fantastic. We highly recommend Molly's Run to anyone visiting Kangaroo Island. Despite the bush fires earlier, this is one memorable place to visit.

  Chris and I stayed here for one night at Molly's Run, as part of a 2 day organised tour of Kangeroo Island. Paul and Charmaine are such fabulous... read more hosts, on arrival they welcomed us with smiles and showed us to our elegant courtyard room. We are invited to join them and the other guests for drinks in their spacious living room (local gin with tonic) with the log burner crackling away. So lovely to get to know everyone and chat about our days. This was followed by a really delicious 3 course dinner. The food was exceptional, much of it locally sourced some of it grown by Charmaine. We are then taken for a wildlife night tour, Kangeroo, wallaby and possum in abundance. A very comfortable room gave us a great nights sleep. Breakfast was a home made affair of Charmaine's baking and Paul's famous banana pancakes. I can't remember the last time I felt compelled to hug my hosts goodbye. More

  My family and I spent two nights at Molly’s Run with Paul and Charmaine and their sweet pup, the adorable Molly. We fell in love with her! Molly’s Run is... read more a beautiful Tuscan style villa that overlooks the ocean. Paul and Charmaine are the most wonderful hosts! As soon as you arrive, you feel like you are family. They are so generous, welcoming and hospitable that you never want to leave. Charmaine is a gourmet cook and we felt like we were at a 5 star restaurant at every meal! Paul tells the most wonderful stories and after dinner, he took us out on photo safaris. We saw so many animals, it was incredible! Honestly, this place is magical and was a highlight of our trip.
We highly recommend Molly’s Run and thank Paul and Charmaine for the beautiful memories we made there. More

  The key treasure of Australia are local people and Charmaine and Paul are definitely one of them. They make this place so warm and friendly that it’s hard to leave.... read more If you are looking for a place with charm and local touch - don’t miss Molly’s Run!

  Chris and I stayed here for one night at Molly's Run, as part of a 2 day organised tour of Kangeroo Island. Paul and Charmaine are such fabulous... read more hosts, on arrival they welcomed us with smiles and showed us to our elegant courtyard room. We are invited to join them and the other guests for drinks in their spacious living room (local gin with tonic) with the log burner crackling away. So lovely to get to know everyone and chat about our days. This was followed by a really delicious 3 course dinner. The food was exceptional, much of it locally sourced some of it grown by Charmaine. We are then taken for a wildlife night tour, Kangeroo, wallaby and possum in abundance. A very comfortable room gave us a great nights sleep. Breakfast was a home made affair of Charmaine's baking and Paul's famous banana pancakes. I can't remember the last time I felt compelled to hug my hosts goodbye. More

  Charmaine and Paul are the friends you wish you had. They are able to bring their quests together every evening for wine/beer and make you feel as though you have... read more been invited to a dinner party that you are truly enjoying. Speaking of dinner we are talking gourmet that leaves you dreaming of the next meal. That being breakfast that is filled with all kinds of goodies. Don't miss the banana pancakes. They are wonderful. Paul and Charmaine are filled with stories and history of the island that are so enjoyable to listen to and definitely could suggest and help you decide how to spend your time. We spent 2 nights and toured 2 full days, but would have liked to stay one more night and just relax at Molly's Run.

  We stayed at Molly’s Run for two nights and wish we could have been there for a week or month... Charmaine and Paul are terrific hosts - accommodations, food, wine... read more and their warmth are going to be a high light of this terrific trip.

  A fabulous setting with very hospitable hosts.
Set in a beautiful settign with stunning views across the water.
A very relaxed feel a home away from home.
Pre dinner drinks... read more with 'wild gin' with roasemary in it- Yum!!
Followed by an excellent dinner tailored to accomodate two guests with food allergies.
Then the 6 guests were taken on a night drive spotting kangeroos, possums, wallabies and even a koala.....
Slept like a baby.
We were served a breakfast feast before being picked up for another days tour...... We even met the famous Molly (No 3!!)

  We visited Kangaroo Island for two days on 7/8 Feb and stayed at Mollys Run. Paul and Charmaine were incredible hosts. Charmaine is a fantastic cook. Dinner was delicious and... read more the wine flowed. After dinner, Paul took us out for a short nocturnal drive to see the wildlife. We saw lots of kangaroos, wallabies and possums. Amazing! Breakfast was more than we could eat and our bedroom was superb. Our every need was catered for and I cannot recommend Mollys Run highly enough. Also Molly the dog is adorable.
Do please visit Kangaroo Island as the island is fantastic, despite the fires, and they need our support.

  Molly's Run was an amazing, beautiful, homey place to spend a few days. To call it a B&B doesn't quite cover it. A lovely old Italianate villa on a beautiful... read more bay on Kangaroo Island has been lovingly converted for guest accommodations. The owners, Paul and Charmaine, make you feel like family. That sounds like a cliche, but in this case it held true. I was welcomed with a hug and, from day one, it felt more like sitting around a cozy fire in the evenings with old friends than it did a commercial accommodation. I had the balcony room, so I began and ended each day with stunning sunrise and sunset views of the bay. The basic facts for fellow travelers: My bed was supremely comfortable. The bathroom was not large, but perfectly functional and well appointed with amenities and plenty of big towels. Fluffy robes and slippers are provided. Everything was spotlessly clean and well thought out for guests' comfort. My room had its own control for a/c and heat. All was nice and comfy. But, going way above and beyond the individual rooms, is the rest of the beautiful villa. The lounge was furnished with curl-up-and-sink-into furniture around an always crackling fire. The courtyard and surrounding gardens are lovely and well cared for. The open-plan ground floor allows the lounge to flow into the dining room, where Charmaine serves up truly gourmet meals. Breakfast was fabulous with a wonderful array of fresh fruits, yogurt, cereals, home-baked breads, etc. and Charmaine standing by to cook up anything you want. And if Paul is in pancake-making mode, take him up on his banana pancakes. Almost worth the plane fare from the U.S. all by themselves! Charmaine's multi-course dinners are gorgeous, varied, and healthy, using fresh local produce, seafood, meats, etc. Her fresh-baked breads are a delight. Truly we are talking gourmet-level cooking, but presented in a relaxed atmosphere in a homey setting. She's able to accommodate special dietary requests, if needed, and briefly conferred with me each day on what I might like that evening. I basically said, "Bring it on," and just let her plan her fabulous menus. From starter to dessert, it was always delicious and beautifully prepared. Paul and Charmaine obviously love what they do and excel at making guests feel like very welcome old friends. I traveled around Australia for 4 weeks and my few days at Molly's Run were truly a highlight of my trip.

  Come visit the island and stay at wonderful Molly’s Run Villa where your hosts will care for your every need and your neighbors are Kangaroos and birds. Exceptional meals,... read more beautiful views and comfortable bedroom suites await you. Yes, the Island is dealing with the aftermath of severe fires but there are still plenty of areas to visit and animals to see.

  This is just the best place to stay! The rooms are gorgeous with everything you could possibly want. Charmaine and Paul are so welcoming and really amazing hosts. Charmaine... read more prepared a fabulous dinner for us and equally good breakfast in the morning - I don’t know how she does it with what appears to be such ease! Paul kindly took us for a drive after dinner and we saw kangaroos, wallabies and possums!
Thank you both for such great stay.

  Our 2 night stay with Paul and Charmaine was a highlight of our 3 week trip throughout Australia. Paul and Charmaine are the best hosts we have ever encountered throughout... read more our travels around the world. They are incredibly warm and friendly. The food was delicious! They helped us with our self drive 3 day itinerary. Our hearts are broken that the bushfires have devastated parts of KI. Paul and Charmaine, we send you our very best, think of you often and hope you, Molly and your beautiful home are safe. With much love, Lori and Roy