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The discerning guide to beautiful places to stay in the Australian states of South Australia, Western Australia, The Northern Territory and Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route including: B&Bs, cottages, small hotels, apartments, beach houses, eco retreats and camps. Each property has been personally visited and handpicked by the Author, Simon St John and photographed by commercial photographer Ross Doonan. Inside you will find 148 accommodation choices.
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The discerning guide tobeautiful places to stay
in South Australia, Western Australia, The Northern Territory and Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Routeincluding: B&Bs, cottages, small hotels, apartments,
beach houses, eco retreats and camps.
Simon St John photography by Ross Doonan
2ndedition
in south australia, western australia and the northern territory
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191Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/therocksalbany
The Rocks AlbanyAlbany
Australia’s Southwest to Esperance
182-188 Grey Street West, Albany WA 6330Ph: 08 9842 5969 Mobile: 0418 945 [email protected]: Noelene EvansStyle: Exceptional historic mansion
Room rates per couple: from $355 to $455Bed & full breakfastDisabled facilities
The Rocks in the heart of Albany is one of the finest renovations of a historic house wehave seen. Every effort has been lavished on this1882 mansion, a former summer residence for
Albany’s Princess Royal Harbour have onceagain been matched by the beauty within.
Effervescent host Noelene Evans and herfamily undertook the restoration with a gusto that carries through to the running of Albany’sleading historic accommodation. There is a
choice of six sumptuous ensuite rooms most withsuperb water or garden views. The dedication to
the fine soft furnishings, handcrafted furniture, antiques and truly indulgent bathrooms. Such is The Rocks experience.
Guests can enjoy the music room and library(with bay views), the Sunset Lounge (with its veryclubby feel), the cosy media room (with home theatre) or play billiards, wander the extensive gardens and indulge in a superb gourmetbreakfast. This is a piece of living history, meticulously restored for discerning guests whodemand luxury with their charm.
Location: 410 km or fi ve hours southeast of fiPerth. Map 11. RA 82 K6.Facilities: Six ensuite guestrooms (king, queen or
and sitting room (gas fifidining room. Full breakfast served.
Maps – Likewise, the maps included for each state have links back to the property review – just click on the page number symbol on the map to be taken to the review (the first in the series, if more than one) for that location.
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www.beautifulaccommodation.com
The discerning guide to beautiful places to stay
in South Australia, Western Australia, The Northern Territory and Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route including: B&Bs, cottages, small hotels, apartments,
beach houses, eco retreats and outback camps.
Simon St John photography by Ross Doonan
beautiful accommodation
in south australia, western australia and the northern territory
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Second editionPublished by The Invermay Press www.beautifulaccommodation.com© This book is copyright.
Apart from fair dealing for the purposes of private study, research, criticism or review, as permitted under the Copyright Act, no part may be reproduced by any process without written permission of the publishers.
National Library of Australia Cataloguing-in-Publication entry
St. John, Simon, 1967-
Beautiful accommodation in South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory/Simon St. John.
2nd ed. ISBN: 9780975134443 (pbk.) Includes index.
Hotels--South Australia--Guidebooks. Hotels--Western Australia--Guidebooks. Hotels--Northern Territory--Guidebooks. South Australia--Description and travel. Western Australia--Description and travel. Northern Territory--Description and travel.
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Photographic credits: Principal photographer: Ross Doonan. Supplementary photography:
Jonathan Hawley, Jenny Guerrera, South Australian Tourism Commission, Australia’s South West Inc., Western Australia Tourist Commission, Northern Territory Tourist Commission.
Front cover: De Coudie Beach House, Kangaroo Island, South Australia (page 54)Previous page: Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia (page 111)Back cover (top to bottom):
Tanonga Eco Lodges, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia (page 109)
KimberleyCoastal Camp, Admiralty Gulf, Western Australia (page 205)
Marilyn apartment, Darwin, The Northern Territory (page 219)
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The Review Team 4
Introduction 5
South Australia Regions of South Australia Map 13 Adelaide 14 Adelaide Hills 24 McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island 36 Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier 58 Murraylands and Riverland 72 The Barossa and Clare Valleys 78 Yorke Peninsula, Flinders Ranges and the Outback 92Eyre Peninsula 102
Great Southern Touring Route: Melbourne to South Australia Great Southern Touring Route 112
Western Australia Regions of Western Australia Map 135 Perth and Surrounds 136 Margaret River Wine Region 150 Australia’s Southwest to Esperance 174 Broome and Australia’s Northwest 200
The Northern Territory The Northern Territory 214
Touring Maps of South Australia, Victoria Western Australia and The Northern Territory 230
Indexes 248
Other Beautiful Accommodation Guidebooks 258
Losari Retreat, Margaret River (page 167)
Contents
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The Review and Photography Team
We visit, review, photograph and recommend every property featured in our Beautiful Accommodation collection. That means our dedicated photographers and reviewers visit hundreds of properties every year. It’s a dream job!
Simon St John, Author Simon is the author of three titles in the Beautiful Accommodation series (covering Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory) and was the chief reviewer for the 8th edition covering Victoria and Tasmania. Simon spent his early career in health education. A seachange led him to establish his own company, publishing titles in the Beautiful Accommodation series. Simon is also a freelance travel writer, with his work appearing in magazines and newspapers in Australia.
Ross Doonan, PhotographerRoss Doonan has a Bachelor of Education (Media and Fine Art) and a Graduate Diploma in Graphics Education. Having swapped the classroom for the great outdoors, Ross brings his talents to special photojournalist projects, including the Beautiful Accommodation series of guidebooks. Ross specialises in interior and architectural imaging for the tourism sector and has undertaken photographic assignments in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region for boutique accommodation, private villas and international hotels. His work has also appeared in Australian newspapers and magazines.
Jennifer Lamattina, Executive EditorJennifer was a commercial lawyer for five years before being seduced by travel. She became the Melbourne-based Operations Manager for Turtle Island (a five-star resort in Fiji). In 1997, Jennifer established What Next? Productions Pty Ltd, which has published nine editions in the Beautiful Accommodation series (formerly known as Beautiful B&Bs & Small Hotels), covering Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania.
Jennifer is the Executive Editor of Beautiful Accommodation in Queensland and New South Wales and this latest edition: Beautiful Accommodation in South Australia, Western Australia and The Northern Territory. She is also a freelance travel writer with the Herald Sun, The Age, RoyalAuto magazine and numerous corporate publications.
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How Are the Properties Chosen?Our philosophy is to include many different accommodation styles. But one thing all the properties have in common is that they are among the best in their region, with distinctive style and high service standards. Our team of reviewers and photographers visit every property in this guide to ensure that each is reviewed accurately and presented in stunning colour photography. We should apologise in advance – this book includes so many gorgeous places to stay that your most difficult decision will be which one to choose.
Entry into the guide is by invitation only and, unlike many other guides, every property in Beautiful Accommodation is visited by a member of the Beautiful Accommodation review team. Properties that do not meet our criteria are simply not invited to be in Beautiful Accommodation. Once invited, the properties are asked to pay a contribution fee to be part of the guide, to defray the cost of production.
We don’t pretend to include all boutique accommodation properties in each state but we believe our independent selection is diverse enough to meet your needs as a discerning traveller. Reviews are written based on our experiences visiting the properties.
Beautiful Accommodation photographers take nearly all the photographs, sometimes revisiting a property to obtain the best possible pictures.
The beauty of boutique accommodation is that every property is different, which makes objective selection difficult. So, how do we judge the properties? First, they must be of a high standard, whether they are small or large, old or new. Second, they must have something special to offer. Many have one thing in common – welcoming hosts or owners who love to share their knowledge of their local area with you. The selection criteria, therefore, are entirely subjective, based on the collective experience of the editorial team. And for that, we make no apologies.
Erravilla Country Estate, Margaret River, Western Australia (page 162)
Welcome to Beautiful Accommodation
If you are a connoisseur of gorgeous places to stay, then this is the book for you. Included are 148 handpicked retreats all over South Australia, Western Australia and The Northern Territory – each one visited, reviewed and photographed by a member of the Beautiful Accommodation team.
We’ve done all the hard work – all you have to do is choose your next getaway.
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How Do I Find a Property to Suit My Needs?We have mapped each state into colour- coded regions to visit (see page 13 for the South Australia map, page 135 for the Western Australia Map and 214 for The Northern Territory map and page 112 for The Great Southern Touring Route: Melbourne to South Australia). In each region, the properties are listed by town order, then alphabetically by property name. There is also an extensive index at the back (from page 248) listing prop-erty names, locations, feature gardens, good food getaways, day spa facilities, eco-friendly properties, pet-friendly properties, properties suitable for group getaways and those we feel may be suitable for children. If you are travelling from one point to another, the touring maps at the back of the book show where great accommodation is located en route. Or, if you want to visit a particular area, the touring maps show which properties are in the region. These maps start on page 230.
What About Smoking, Pets and Children?Unless specifically mentioned in a property’s entry, all properties in this guide provide
smoke-free environments inside the accom-modation. Most properties allow smoking outside, the exceptions being some located in or near national parks.
We try to include a few properties that allow pets. Those that do are each marked with a “Pets welcome” note in the details panel beneath the main picture. Some properties will accept pets only after discussing the arrange-ments with you (these are marked “Pets by arrangement”). We have also included an index of pet-friendly properties at page 256.
Please check each individual entry for those properties we feel may be especially suitable for children. An index of properties we feel are especially suited to children starts on page 251.
How Do I Read the Entries?The entries are largely self-explanatory but there are a few points to note:
Phone and Fax Numbers If calling from overseas, the Australian code is 61 and you need to drop the 0 before the regional prefix. For example: 03 4567 4567 becomes +61 3 4567 4567
Stonewell Cottages, Barossa Valley, South Australia (page 87)
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Internet and Email Addresses If you visit the property’s website and make a booking via the web, please let the owners know that you saw their property in Beautiful Accommodation.
Style All properties in the guide are unique. It includes traditional in-house bed and breakfasts, self-contained cottages, beach houses, apartments, eco lodges and boutique hotels. For this reason, we have not classified them into categories. Instead, we have attempted to briefly describe each property and give you a feel for its style.
Room Rates All prices have been supplied by the properties and are correct as at March 2010. The publisher does not accept any responsibility for changes that may subsequently occur and prices are subject to alteration without notice. Please check the current price directly with the property when making an enquiry. For your own peace of mind, you should also ask about the property’s cancellation policy.
The rates quoted are generally for two people sharing one room or a cottage/apartment for one night and include breakfast or breakfast provisions, unless specifically stated otherwise. Some properties have all-inclusive rates that include dinner, bed and breakfast; others (notably many cottages, beach houses and apartments) are accommodation only or provide a rate for the entire cottage, beach house or apartment regardless of the number of occupants.
The lower rate listed for each entry is usually applicable to mid-week stays. All prices in the book include GST (federally imposed goods and services tax of 10%) where applicable. If travelling solo or with friends or family, please inquire about single or family rates.
Most properties provide lower rates for week-long and longer stays.
Breakfast Where breakfast is provided, it may comprise the following:
• Continental breakfast: usually fruit, cereals, toast, tea and coffee.
The Fire Engine Suite, Adelaide, South Australia (page 23)
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• Full breakfast: continental breakfast plus some additional cooked items.
• Breakfast provisions: are usually provided in self-contained accommodation for guests to prepare themselves and may range from continental to full breakfast provisions.
• Properties marked “Accommodation only” do not provide breakfast or breakfast provisions in the quoted rate.
Credit Cards and Payment Most properties require a deposit on booking, or depending on the time before travel, payment in full. Properties that accept Eftpos or Direct Deposit (electronic funds transfer) are noted. Abbreviations used: AE = American Express; DC = Diners Club; JCB = Japan Credit Bureau; MC = MasterCard; VI = Visa; CHQ = Cheque.
Member Some of the property groups represented in this guide include:
Bed and Breakfast and Farmstay Association Australia (BBFAA)
Select Hotels and Resorts International
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH)
Hotel, Motel Accommodation Association (HMAA).
Tourism Accreditation Australia Ltd.
AAA STAR Ratings Properties featured in Beautiful Accommodation are not of a certain minimum standard in terms of STAR Ratings. Some are only three STAR but have magnificent historic buildings and gardens; others are luxurious indulgences that fully justify their five STAR Ratings. Other properties have not been rated in time for publication or have chosen not to participate in the STAR Rating
system. Most properties featured are between four and five STARS. Eco-Friendly STAR Accreditation is an additional endorsement to a property’s
STAR Rating and shows the property is responsible and committed to reducing the environmental impacts of their business.
Rose Eden House, Goolwa, South Australia (page 49)
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Location gives you an approximate idea of where the property is situated.
“km” this is the approximate distance in kilometres of the property from the nearest capital city or major town using the most direct routes. We use the RACQ travel planner at www.racq.com.au.
“hours” this is approximately how long it should take to get to the property using the most direct route, not taking any risks and allowing for breaks.
“Map” refers to the touring maps at the back of the book on which the property may be found (see pages 230–247).
“HEMA RA” refers to the Australia Road Atlas published by HEMA Maps. HEMA also offers a wide range of maps of Australia.
“Melway” refers to the map reference page and number in the 37th edition of the Melway street directory.
Facilities is a brief summary of main facilities available and meals served.
Need More Information?
Go to www.beautifulaccommodation.com. If you love Beautiful Accommodation and want more information about gorgeous places to stay, you’ll love our website. It features an online enquiry and booking form for each property; up-to-date information on properties reviewed in the guide, including tariff changes and details of any new rooms, cottages or other features; information on special events; and details of other Beautiful Accommodation properties throughout Australia.
You can also join our online Beautiful Accommodation Club. Membership of the Club is free and you will receive email newsletters that include special offers for Club members, news and prize giveaways. Go to www. beautifulaccommodation.com/club to register for the Beautiful Accommodation Club.
Mandalay Luxury Stay, Darwin, The Northern Territory (page 221)
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Enquire and Book Online at www.beautifulaccommodation.comThe bottom of each property page in this guide features that property’s website address on www.beautifulaccommodation.com.
To make an enquiry, simply go to the www.beautifulaccommodation.com online page featuring the property you are interested in and then click through to make a general enquiry or a booking enquiry for your specific dates. Your email will go direct to the property and you will receive an answer direct from the property.
Feedback Property owners and managers value objective feedback, and the best time to give your feedback is while you are still at the property. That way, if you have a problem while staying at a property and it is explained to your hosts, it gives them a chance to rectify it. If the problem is not resolved, let us know. If you do not agree with our selection, let us know why. If you find some wonderful accommodation that is not in this edition, we would love to hear about it.
HOW TO CONTACT US
Log on to: www.beautifulaccommodation.com and email the author
Send an email to: [email protected]
Send a letter to: Beautiful Accommodation PO Box 789, Coolum Beach, Queensland, Australia 4573
The team at Beautiful Accommodation has done all the hard work for you.
So whether it’s a romantic weekend for two, a gourmet getaway, touring around with a group of friends, or the annual family holiday, remember to take your time, relax and enjoy all that South Australia, Western Australia, The Northern Territory and the Great Southern Touring Route in Victoria have to offer.
Manuel Towers, Shoalwater, Rockingham, Western Australia (page 147)
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194 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thebeachhouse
33 Barry Court, Middleton Beach WA 6330Ph: 08 9844 8844luxury@thebeachhouseatbayside.com.auwww.thebeachhouseatbayside.com.auHosts: Janet and Keith HillamStyle: Luxurious beachside lodge
Room rates per couple: from $243 to $328(extra guest in Garden Suite: $50)Bed & full breakfast
The Beach House at Bayside is a delightful boutique hotel and one of Albany’s premier
the aim is to provide discerning guests with a superlative experience thanks to the quality of its appointments and its unsurpassed commitment to service. There are king and queen rooms in the main house (ideal for two couples travelling together) and a guest living room and library.
We love the sumptuous spa suites in The Colonnade Wing and the two-storey Garden
Suite with its romantic vaulted-ceiling bedroom (a totally enchanting architectural folly). The European panache here is enhanced by collectable curios from around the world, a distinctive Australian style (including original artworks, many by local artists) and a sun-kissed pristine beachfront location.
Try whale spotting during your sunrise walk along the beach and return for a real treat: The Beach House is celebrated for its gourmet buffet and a la carte breakfast and will delight all aficionados of the morning meal. After this indulgent start, you are ready for a day of exploring the wineries, history and coastline of this scenic region.
Location: 410 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K6. Facilities: A range of king and queen rooms and suites, each with ensuite, most with spa. Guest lounge, dining and courtyard garden. Full buffet and a la carte breakfast provided.
The Beach House at BaysideAlbany (Middleton Beach)
Australia’s Southwest to Esperance
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www.beautifulaccommodation.com – online enquiry forms
enquire and book onlineAt www.beautifulaccommodation.com you can make a general enquiry or a booking enquiry for specific dates.
To make an enquiry, simply go to the www.beautifulaccommodation.com online page featuring the property you are interested in and then click through to make a general enquiry (for example, “How far are you from the beach?”) or a booking enquiry for your specific dates.
Your email will go direct to the property and you will receive an answer direct from the property.
It’s all so easy with www.beautifulaccommodation.com – your first stop in planning your next Australian getaway.
before you book,
take a lookat www.beautifulaccommodation.com
Before you book your next getaway, why not check the Beautiful Accommodation website for updates?
The bottom of each property page in this guide features that property’s website address on www.beautifulaccommodation.com. There you will find the most up-to-date review for the property, plus a direct link to an online enquiry and booking form.
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Tourism businesses that meet the standards of the Australian Tourism Accreditation Program display the tick of accreditation.
The Australian Tourism Accreditation Program makes sure that when you travel, your choice of accommodation meets the highest standards of service and professionalism. The Australian Tourism Accreditation Program involves checks of licences, practices, insurances and systems, and if a business meets the standards, they have earned the tick.
So whether you are choosing accommodation, tours or activities, look for the tick and you will know that they have been checked out before you check in!
For peace of mind look for the tick as your assurance of:
Quality
Reliability
Professionalism
Adherence to the Code of Ethics
Accuracy in advertising
Sound environmental practices
To find out more go to: www.atap.net.au
Australian Tourism Accreditation Program
Trust the Tick
Margaret River, Western Australia Adelaide Hills, South Australia
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AdelaidePort Lincoln
Ceduna
Whyalla
Port Augusta
Wilpena
Leigh Creek
Coober Pedy
Gawler
Murray Bridge
Coonawarra
Robe
Mount Gambier
Victor Harbor
McLaren Vale
Stirling
Tanunda
Innaminka
Kingscote
Clare
Regions of South Australia
Adelaide (page 14)
Adelaide Hills (page 24)
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island (page 36)
Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier (Southeast South Australia) (page 58)
Murraylands and Riverland (page 72)
The Barossa and Clare Valleys (page 78)
Yorke Peninsula, Flinders Ranges and the Outback (page 92)
Eyre Peninsula (page 102)
South Australia
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Adelaide
Moseley Square at Glenelg, Adelaide
Adelaide is one of the world’s great small cities, up there with Barcelona and San Francisco. These funky world hot-spots are big enough to support cultures rich in food, entertainment and the arts but without the crowded stress of metropolises like Los Angeles or Sydney. Adelaide shows how to live fabulously well far off the beaten tourism track.
What makes Adelaide so special? First and foremost it is location, location, location. Here, in 1836, an elegant Victorian-era town was planted at the epicentre of what would become one of the world’s greatest wine growing states. The immaculately planned cityscape follows the Torrens River down to the sea, which feeds Adelaide (and the world)
with tuna, lobster, abalone and other seafood riches. No wonder Adelaide is an itinerary highlight for travelling gourmands.
Start any Adelaide visit with a trip to the Adelaide Central Market. This is South Australia’s shopfront window, showcasing the best and freshest of the state’s staggering array of produce. If you are staying in a self-catering apartment, here is where to stock up on goodies for the kitchen.
Next door is Chinatown, which buzzes with the colour and sound of the Orient. Here you can stop for steamed baskets of yum cha, heal your aches with an acupuncture treatment, or buy salty prunes, miso soup and myriad other Asian supermarket supplies. Nearby Gouger
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Relaxing at Henley Beach Funi the Giant Panda, Adelaide Zoo
Street has been aptly described as a ‘United Nations of food and drink’ and it is a magnet for hungry stomachs around the clock.
A visit to the National Wine Centre of Australia should be on any traveller’s to-do list before heading off to South Australia’s iconic wine regions. At the Wine Centre, you taste and learn while you dine on superb food.
Rundle Mall is synonymous with shopping in Adelaide, with plenty of boutiques and brand-name outlets to comb for bargains. Down at the east end of the mall, you can get a great coffee, which is best taken with a selection from Haigh’s Chocolates. Across town is North Adelaide, which typifies this city’s attractions by combining historic architecture
and gorgeous parkland with an exciting vibe of food and shopping.
One unexpected joy of urban Adelaide is the access to nature. A 15-minute tram ride from the CBD will see you on the beach at Glenelg or Henley. These charmingly sophisticated seaside suburbs offer all you need for a perfect beach trip: pristine waters that bob with dolphins on most days of the year (try one of the dolphin-watching cruises). For a more exotic animal encounter, you can visit the giant pandas, Wang Wang and Funi, who live in a customised compound at the Adelaide Zoo.
Adelaide’s connection with its surrounding lands is truly ancient. The traditional custodians of the Adelaide plains are the
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Aboriginal Kaurna people (their name for its location is Tarndanyangga or “place of the red kangaroo”) and the city celebrates their history of tens of thousands of years. There are wonderful collections of Aboriginal artefacts and art at the Aboriginal Cultures Gallery and at Tandanya, the National Aboriginal Cultural Institute.
Adelaide is justifiably famous for its full calendar of arts and cultural festivals. From dance to international music, poetry and comedy, ballet and orchestras, Adelaide hosts a dazzling array of artistic events. The Adelaide Festival of the Arts each February is one of the world’s largest, the Adelaide Fringe is second only to Edinburgh’s and WOMADelaide is an internationally renowned world music festival over three days in the Botanic Gardens.
Port Adelaide’s historic buildings, bond stores and wharves open a window on the city’s past. There are fascinating maritime, aviation and railway museums to see on your way to the Sunday markets. The nearby mangrove and estuary waters provide an aquatic reserve for bottlenose dolphins (which you can see on a ferry tour).
Food, wine, music… it is an ancient recipe for the good life. In Adelaide they are all within easy reach on any day of the week. And that is why we love this delightful city so much.
Shopping at the Adelaide Markets
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Enjoying the WOMADelaide festival
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Glenelg Moseley Square, Glenelg Foreshore Ph: 08 8294 5833 Email: [email protected] www.glenelgsa.com.au
Port Adelaide 66 Commercial Road Ph: 08 8405 6560 Email: [email protected] www.portenf.sa.gov.au/goto/tourism
Adelaide Rundle Mall Ph: 08 8203 7543 Email: [email protected] www.cityofadelaide.com.au
Adelaide 18 King William Street Ph: 08 8463 4547 Email: [email protected] www.southaustralia.com
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Adelaide
Historic Beehive Corner, Adelaide
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Miller Apartments is Adelaide’s newest apartment hotel and it blends a funky yet practical design with a sensational location in the centre of Adelaide’s CBD and shopping precinct. This building has a pedigree – it was once Adelaide’s leading department store, where the fashionable came to shop. Now, when you step into the foyer off central Hindley Street, you know you are somewhere special.
The choice is all yours for space: one, two or three bedrooms. All have the same splendidly
unadorned lines, abundant light and LCD TVs. Plus you get a kitchen for self-catering and many also offer laundry facilities, making them perfect for longer stays. We enjoyed our time in the Executive apartments, which have their own balconies, magazines, plunger coffee and, subject to availability, a spa to recline in after a long day. Miller’s is also an eco-friendly choice, harnessing solar and smart systems for maximum sustainability.
The location is ideal: hop over to Rundle Mall (via Haigh’s Chocolates, of course), stroll to the casino and convention centre and even up to the Central Markets and Chinatown. Superb.
Location: Adelaide CBD. Map 1. RA 64 G4. Facilities: A range of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, each with lounge (LCD TV, DVD, Foxtel), dining, kitchen, some with laundry. RC AC, Internet (free in Executive rooms). Gym, meeting room, limited off-street parking nearby. Self-catering.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/miller
16 Hindley Street, Adelaide SA 5000Ph: 08 8410 1888reservations@millerapartments.com.auwww.millerapartments.com.auGeneral Manager: Mikaella MaceyStyle: Style-conscious CBD apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $190 to $650Accommodation onlySuitable for childrenDisabled facilitiesAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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Miller ApartmentsAdelaide
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356 Portrush Road, Tusmore SA 5065Ph: 08 8223 [email protected]: Exceptional city apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $195 to $475(rates are for 2 to 4 guests, extra guests $35 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum three nights preferredSuitable for childrenDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Michelle’s Garden Apartments Tusmore, Adelaide
Finding the right base for any stay in South Australia’s vivacious capital is all about location. You need to be within five minutes’ drive of Adelaide’s CBD and the food and fun zone of the East End, near Victoria Park Racecourse (for the Clipsal 500) and the Wayville Showgrounds, and less than 60 minutes’ drive from the Barossa, McLaren Vale or the Adelaide Hills. In short, you need to be at Michelle’s Garden Apartments.
We love this place as a quiet haven in the centre of the action. The options are fantastic –
from studios up to four bedrooms – each with a courtyard, balcony or patio overlooking the gardens. The larger apartments have full kitchens and big lounge and dining areas but even the studios have a kitchenette, dining table and lounge (so self-cater in privacy). All have excellent bathrooms.
Apart from the location, Michelle’s lodgings impressed us with their well-planned amalgamation of a gracious mansion and a contemporary interior style. There are granite kitchens, fashionable furnishings in trendy colours and windows to draw in ample light. A perfect choice for work or leisure.
Location: Five km or five minutes from Adelaide CBD. Map 1. RA 64 G5. Facilities: A range of studio apartments, business suites and one- to four-bedroom apartments, all with lounge (TV, DVD), dining, full kitchen or kitchenette, laundry, courtyard, patio or balcony. Free off-street parking. Self-catering.
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163 Esplanade, Henley Beach, Adelaide SA 5022Mobile: 0418 675 339adel.bh@bigpond.net.auwww.adelaideluxurybeachhouse.com.auOwner: Amy BeardsleyStyle: Modern beachfront paradise
Whole house rates per night: from $380 to $520(rate is for up to six guests, additional guests $20)Weekly rates available • Accommodation onlyMinimum three nights • Suitable for childrenIn-house health and indulgence packages availableDirect Deposit • MC • VI
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Gorgeous, contemporary, ever so sophisticated and stylish – Adelaide Luxury Beach House is the perfect match to Adelaide’s own energetic and artistic vibe. And with such sensational views, there is no doubt this is one of Adelaide’s best beachfront locations, yet only 15 minutes from the city.
With three ocean-front balconies overlooking Henley Beach (Adelaide’s best beach) and the bay beyond, this could easily be your own private resort. Stroll along the beach to cafes, or
just sleep in and admire the view. Beach chairs and umbrellas are provided, so sitting on the beach, swimming and watching for dolphins could be the order of the day.
Inside, there are two spacious living areas, three queen bedrooms (we love the master bedroom with a spa ensuite and seafront balcony) and a rooftop terrace for entertaining in style. Whip up a culinary feast in the fabulous kitchen, or take the indulgent option of gourmet meals delivered to your door. Luxury touches include aromatherapy candles, South Australian wine and handmade chocolates. In a word: idyllic.
Location: 10 km or 15 minutes from Adelaide CBD. Map 1. RA 65 H1. Facilities: One three-level house: three bedrooms and study (accommodates up to ten), three bathrooms. Two living areas (LCD TVs, Foxtel, DVD, CD), gourmet kitchen, Internet, RC AC. Garden courtyard, rooftop terrace, garage, laundry, BBQ, beach umbrella and chairs. Self-catering.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/bishops
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Various locations in North Adelaide, SA 5006Ph: 08 8272 [email protected]: Rodney and Regina TwissStyle: Fun and stylish heritage stays
Bishops Garden rates per couple: from $350 to $475The Residency rates per couple: from $350 to $475Bed & full breakfast provisionsSuitable for childrenAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA, ATEC
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North Adelaide Heritage Group’s Rodney and Regina Twiss are renowned for their commitment to preserving Adelaide’s architectural history. Their contribution is the historic homes and cottages they protect and share with guests from around the world. The choice of heritage stays ranges from cosy cottages to the most luxurious of apartments and townhouses.
Bishops Garden (circa 1890) has French doors that open out to a cherished 100-year-old
garden set in one of North Adelaide’s leafiest precincts. The indulgences inside include a marble bathroom with double spa, deep chesterfields and a gourmet kitchen.
The Residency Penthouse has a light-filled open-plan lounge (we love the flickering gas log fire and leather sofas), dining and kitchen that flow onto a spacious sun deck. Tall ceilings, antiques and Juliette balconies exemplify the stylish past of North Adelaide, which has now become a culinary and artistic hotspot. Whichever you choose, you can be assured of privacy and impeccable presentation.
Location: Five minutes from Adelaide CBD. Map 1. RA 64 F4. Facilities: 18 private suites, apartments and cottages with ensuite or private bathrooms (most with spa), phones, each with two or three bedrooms, full kitchen or kitchenette, most with private lounge, dining room. Room service available. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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North Adelaide Heritage Group: The Fire Engine Suite and Buxton Manor Adelaide
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/buxtonmanor
The North Adelaide Heritage Group maintains one Australia’s finest collections of heritage accommodation in Adelaide’s most cosmopolitan precinct. Each enchants with its own historic vibe, ranging from funky, to retro, to baronial – it’s your choice.
How funky can they get? How about sleeping with a fire engine? You can in the Fire Engine Suite, where a genuine 1942 workhorse rests (and, yes, you can sit in the driver’s seat). There’s a king-sized spa and oodles of memorabilia
including the firemen’s pole. Kids and kids-at- heart will love the experience of staying in Adelaide’s first fire station.
And for something completely different, try the 1909 Arts and Crafts period Buxton Manor, which offers a range of self-contained suites catering to the most discerning guest. We love the four- and five-room George Lowe Esq and Music Viva apartments, the two-storey Garden and Loft apartment, The Butlers’ and the adorable Paprika Cottage, tucked away in half an acre of heritage gardens, with herbaceous borders, sweeping lawns and mature trees. This is a stately stay.
Location: Five minutes from Adelaide CBD. Map 1. RA 64 F4.Facilities: 18 private suites, apartments and cottages with ensuite or private bathrooms (most with spa), phones, each with two or three bedrooms, full kitchen or kitchenette, most with private lounge, dining room. Room service available. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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Various locations in North Adelaide, SA 5006Ph: 08 8272 [email protected]: Rodney and Regina TwissStyle: Fun and stylish heritage stays
Buxton Manor rates per couple: from $265 to $340Fire Engine Suite rates per couple: from $285 to $340Bed & full breakfast provisionsSuitable for childrenAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA, ATEC
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Adelaide Hills
Clydesdale ride at Hahndorf historic township
One of Adelaide’s greatest glories lies within the shield of cool, green hills that ring its outer suburbs. In half an hour, you can pass from the city up into a unique hilltop world of wine, food and historic landscapes.
Start with the big picture by driving up to the Mt Lofty summit and its nearby Botanic Gardens. From up here, there is a superb vista of the Adelaide plain and its flanking curve of fertile hills. In autumn the gardens climax in a spray of thrilling colours.
But the real reason to visit the Adelaide Hills is to explore the lanes and villages and farm gates and wineries that dot its scenic landscape. Few cities can boast one of the world’s great producers of gourmet food and drink right on their outskirts.
Your journey to a favourite winery is sure to take you past an organic market, foodie cafes, a stuffed second-hand bookshop or buildings quietly brimming with the region’s history. The pretty little town of Stirling has all this and you can pop over to Bridgewater and its famous mill for lunch and photography.
German immigrants seeking religious freedom settled Hahndorf in the 1800s. They created a graceful village, which today retains its European charm with bakeries, restaurants, pubs and shopping. Here ‘cookoo’ clocks are for sale; there a glass of German beer and a bratwurst sausage; and over there more local arts, crafts and gifts.
Handorf also has The Cedars, the gallery of artist Hans Heysen. Step in for a guided
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Cheese-making class Udder Delights Hans Heysen’s studio
tour of the many original artworks of this famous painter. Near Hahndorf is the famous Beerenberg Strawberry Farm where you can sample and purchase from their range of delicious preserves.
Need to replenish? At The Lane you can relax over a scrumptious vineyard lunch of great food, wine and estate views.
The Hills are dotted with charming little hamlets: Balhannah has a boutique chocolate shop that you visit at your peril (nothing banishes a cold and wintry day like one of their frothy hot chocolates); Callington is a perfectly preserved 19th-century mining town that is listed on the National Estate; and Oakbank is home to Johnston’s Oakbank
Brewery, which was established in 1843 and today offers cordials and soft drinks.
Over at Lobethal, the Old Woollen Mill is now an historic precinct, which once produced the famous Onkaparinga blankets. Also at Lobethal is the National Costume Museum with exhibits dating from 1812.
Other museums in the Hills include the National Motor Museum at Birdwood and the Prospect Hill Community Museum which houses its collection of historic exhibits in period buildings.
The local wildlife is on display at Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary near Stirling. This is South Australia’s only wild, fully protected sanctuary
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and, with free entry, spotting kangaroos, koalas, potoroos and bird life is a double bonus.
As you meander through the Hills, drop some coins in a farm gate box and help yourself to fresh local produce. The Hills are Adelaide’s fruit and vegetable basket served with a side platter of cheeses, wines and gourmet goodies. Look out for chalkboard signs offering local delights.
In fact, the Adelaide Hills are so well situated you could base yourself here and branch out daily to Adelaide, the Barossa, and McLaren Vale on exploratory driving tours.
The visual, culinary and imbibing delights of this region make any stay here time well spent. Combine a sojourn in the Adelaide Hills with your journey from Robe and the Fleurieu Peninsula, or vice versa, for an exquisite palette of coastal and mountain experiences.
And if you are heading north, the Adelaide Hills are the perfect starting point for a trip to the Flinders Ranges via the Barossa and Clare Valleys.
En route you can stop at boutique cellar doors or sit by famed Jacob’s Creek before cruising on north through historic towns. As the landscape flattens out and the soils turn from brown to red, the widening outback sky heralds a stunning change of scenery.
Mount Lofty Summit, Adelaide Hills
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The Organic Market & Cafe, Adelaide Hills
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Hahndorf 41 Main Street. Ph: 1800 353 323 Email: [email protected] www.visitadelaidehills.com.au
Crafers Mt Lofty Summit Road. Ph: 08 8370 1054 Email: [email protected] www.mtlofty.sa.gov.au
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Touring the Adelaide Hills in style
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27-29 Wilpena Terrace, Aldgate SA 5154Ph: 08 8339 8248 Mobile: 0428 194 [email protected]: Helen and Andrew McArthurStyle: Breathtaking contemporary pavilions
Room rates per couple: from $190 to $230Bed & continental provisionsMinimum two nights on weekendsDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA
There is something distinctively Australian about the architectural style of Cladich Pavilions. Thanks to a generous use of glass, they are flooded with light and serenely draw in the bushland setting. Soaring rooflines echo the tall trees dotting the landscape and their sinuous shape sit naturally, yet make a bold statement.
There are three pavilions here, each a self-contained apartment (two with one bedroom and one studio) with their own entrances but also joined by an internal walkway.
This makes Cladich Pavilions ideal for couples as well as a small group who want to be together yet have their own space. Inside, the muted tones of the impeccably presented interiors harmonise with the bush setting to create a calming haven.
Hosts Helen and Andrew McArthur live on the other side of the property, so guests have these very private pavilions all to themselves. In this magical bushland setting it is hard to believe you are just 20 minutes from Adelaide and within easy reach of regional delights including the Barossa, McLaren Vale and all the gourmet treats and activities that the Adelaide Hills has to offer.
Location: 19 km or 20 minutes southeast of Adelaide. Map 1. RA 65 J4. Facilities: Three pavilions: two with queen bedroom, ensuite, lounge, decks (BBQ); one with full kitchen, one with kitchenette. Third studio pavilion with king/twin singles, ensuite. Continental breakfast provisions provided.
Cladich PavilionsAldgate
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/cladich
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/hannahscottage
Hannah’s CottageBalhannah (near Hahndorf and Oakbank)
Hannah’s Cottage has a dreamlike quality that makes it an idyllic escape, one with just you and no one else. At this delightful hideaway guests are thoroughly spoilt with breathtaking views over the rolling Adelaide Hills.
So slip off your boots and step into a contemporary country setting that features aesthetic treats like the ikebana flower arrangements prepared by host Anne (she also speaks Japanese). There is even the aroma of fresh baked bread. Eat it with one of Anne’s
platters of regional gourmet delicacies, best savoured with a glass of local wine. A wood fire warms the cosy lounge and there is a kitchenette for cooking. The bedroom has a gloriously comfy bed (with admirable views) and a spa bathroom (with more views to revel in while you bubble away).
This tranquil eyrie makes a perfect base from which to venture out and explore the Adelaide Hills. We suggest taking lunch and a tasting at The Lane winery (which is moments away from the cottage), absorbing the charm of Hahndorf, or chancing your luck in the hills as you dip from art to antiques and gardens to gourmet delights.
Location: 30 km or 30 minutes southeast of Adelaide. Map 1. RA 65 J5. Facilities: One cottage: queen bedroom, lounge (wood fire, LCD TV, DVD, CD), spa bathroom, kitchenette, RC AC. Alfresco dining area (BBQ), floodlit tennis court. German and Japanese spoken. Full breakfast provisions provided.
Lot 14, Jones Road, Balhannah SA 5242Ph: 08 8388 4148 Mobile: 0408 838 [email protected]: Anne Parsons and Paul AndrejicStyle: Secluded hilltop cottageWhole cottage rates per couple: $250
Bed & full breakfast provisionsDinner, picnic hampers and regional gourmet plattersby prior arrangementMinimum two nightsHorses by prior arrangement (arena available)
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Lot 82 Bald Hill Road, Bull Creek SA 5157Ph: 08 8536 [email protected]: Kirsten and John GazardStyle: Historic barn and shearing suites
Whole Barn rates per couple: from $245 to $255Whole Suite rates per couple: from $190 to $220Bed & full breakfast provisionsDinner packs by prior arrangementMinimum two nights
Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thebarn
The earliest settlers in the Adelaide Hills could never have imagined that their humble barn would now be a luxury couple’s retreat. Built in the 1860s, The Barn has been meticulously restored by hosts Kirsten and John Gazard to meld historic charm with divine style.
Guests will love the romantic loft bedroom (complete with LCD TV). The very spacious lounge below is warmed by a wood fire, appointed with full entertainment systems and retains all the rusticity of The Barn’s early
days – but with the comfort of deep lounges, plush carpet and beautiful decorative touches. Another feature is the marvellous spa bathroom with stunning stained glass windows. There is also a full kitchen and separate dining room. Gourmet dinner packs are available so you can come straight from work or the airport and know dinner provisions are waiting for you.
The Old Oak is a spacious hideaway from which to explore the Adelaide Hills including Stirling and Hahndorf as well as McLaren Vale, Victor Harbor and Adelaide City. Also on offer are two comfortable Shearing Suites, each with spa.
Location: 50 km or 55 minutes southeast of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 67 C8. Facilities: The Barn: loft queen bedroom (LCD TV), lounge (wood fire, LCD TV, DVD/VCR), dining room, full kitchen, spa bathroom, RC AC, BBQ. Shearing Suites: two suites with queen bed, lounge, full kitchen, spa bathroom. Full breakfast provisions provided.
The Barn at The Old OakBull Creek
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Hahndorf’s Germanic origins date back to the 1840s when settlers seeking religious freedom found their haven in this peaceful and fertile setting. The town retains its precious architectural heritage in a village landscape that captures visitors with its spell.
Amble at Hahndorf is a favourite as a comfy base for exploring this wonderful area. There are three visit options: Amble Wren is a charming little cottage with garden and rural views. Amble Fern is a two-bedroom studio with a
contemporary-meets-country style (the second bedroom is ideal for friends travelling together or children). Amble Over is a grand second-floor apartment with a sprawling lounge, making it ideal for longer stays. Whichever you choose, each has a spa and owners Di and Roger have created lavish interiors with stylish yet soothing tones that echo the garden setting.
Tucked in a leafy street behind the village, you can easily stroll to the quaint retail precinct or take a ride aboard a Clydesdale. In this central hills location all the wineries, galleries and walks await your exploration.
Location: 26 km or 25 minutes southeast of Adelaide. Map 1. RA 65 K4. Facilities: One cottage and one apartment each with queen bed, and one two-bedroom studio with queen bed and queen/twin single. All with lounge (TV, DVD, CD), dining, kitchenette, BBQs, RC AC, electric heating, Internet. Laundry. Full breakfast provisions provided.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/ambleathahndorf32
10 Hereford Ave, Hahndorf SA 5245Ph: 08 8388 1467bookings@amble-at-hahndorf.com.auwww.amble-at-hahndorf.com.au Hosts: Di Meyer and Roger BrockStyle: Historic village hideawaysRoom rates per couple: from $180 to $195
(extra guests $40 per night)Bed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at weekendsSuitable for children (Amble Fern)Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA
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Stoneybank Settlement Cottages is one of our surprise finds: historic, beautiful and offering sheer pleasure whether you come as a couple or a group. The property dates back to the 1850s when a pioneer community of farmers settled the rolling hills. Here they made their own land of milk and honey, building stables, a village bakery and these gorgeous cottages.
There are few places in Australia where you can stay in heritage cottages in their original village setting, which is what makes
the Stoneybank Settlement so exceptional. The owners have one cottage, leaving three others for guests, including one with the original baker’s oven. Each has its own character, with charming lounges, one or two bedrooms, wood fires and kitchens. The old barn has been transformed into a recreation centre that includes a billiards table.
The whole scene is so beguiling that you will have little incentive to leave the twittering bird life and delicious seclusion of this private village. But if you do want to explore, Mt Pleasant is nestled between the Adelaide Hills and the Barossa, making your choice of where to head all the harder.
Location: 53 km or one hour east of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 65 F7. Facilities: Three cottages: two one-bedroom and one two-bedroom, each with queen bed, lounge (wood fire), kitchen, BBQ. Recreation barn (billiard table, TV, DVD, VCR, CD, BBQ), tennis court. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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Lot 100 Stoneybank Lane, Mt Pleasant SA 5235Ph: 08 8568 2075 Mobile: 0408 887 525relax@stoneybankcottages.com.auwww.stoneybankcottages.com.auOwners: Elaine and Gary NorrisStyle: Historic village cottages
Whole cottage rates per couple: from $175 to $185Bed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at weekends preferredDirect Deposit • No credit card facilities
Member: BBFAA
Stoneybank Settlement Cottages Bed and Breakfast Mt Pleasant
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/stoneybank
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Beautiful gardens are a dime a dozen but truly glorious ones are rare jewels, which makes Al-Ru Gardens so worthwhile in any season. This is horticultural achievement of the highest order, yet it was created by Ruth and Alan Irving from bare paddocks. In Spring, the Open Garden Scheme draws visitors to enjoy the 1000 roses rising above swathes of perennials and Monet-like reflections in the shimmering lake.
Guests discover their own magic in these gardens. Some couples find enchantment in the
sculptured European garden pavilion, where antiques and a formal garden outlook provide a refined and peaceful aspect. Others gather friends and take the in-house, two-bedroom tower suite and have Ruth cater a dinner party. Then there are the brides, who choose to celebrate their unions with stunning garden photos, a marquee by the lake and their first night in pastoral bliss.
There is a superb 15-meter heated pool, a steam room and a gym for the health conscious. And One Tree Hill’s location makes touring the Hills, the Barossa, McLaren Vale, Adelaide or the beaches too easy.
Location: 32 km or 35 minutes northeast of Adelaide. Map 1. RA 65 F4. Facilities: One self-contained pavilion (open fire, bathroom, full kitchen, heating, AC). In-house, two-bedroom suite. Heated pool, steam room and gym. Full breakfast provisions in pavilion, full breakfast served in-house, dinner by prior arrangement.
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The Pavilion at AL-RU GardensOne Tree Hill
One Tree Hill Road, One Tree Hill SA 5114Ph: 08 8280 [email protected]: Ruth and Alan IrvingStyle: Gorgeous garden retreat
Whole pavilion rates per couple: $225Bed & full breakfast provisionsIn-house room rates per couple: from $160 to $180Bed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nightsEftpos • MC • VI
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thegardenpavilion
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If you thought historic homes were damp, dull and ghostly, Watervilla House (c. 1850s) will change your mind forever. There is a spirit here borne of the host’s ebullient style – Jane Littlejohns is a vibrant person whose passion for this house, for the guests who descend to enjoy it and her family of bright young adults and friendly pets is truly infectious.
Jane’s approach is simple – her family welcome guests like they are a part of the scenery. Pull up a chair and chat, wander the
gardens, share in the stories of travels and hear about the history of the house. There’s no need to speak in hushed tones – you can feel free to admire the art, antiques and mementos without feeling nosy or you can find a quiet spot in the garden or on the shady verandah and meditate.
Watervilla is rather like a comfy slipper – stylish yet unpretentious, cosy yet classy, happy and charming. The guest rooms are private and well appointed; the drawing room and dining rooms are grand and Jane’s silver service breakfasts are relaxed and indulgent. And we defy you not to fall in love with Chester and Luke (the odd couple of pooches), the one sheep and the couple of cats. Watervilla is brilliant.
Location: 55 km or 50 minutes southeast of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 67 D9. Facilities: Four guest rooms (each with a private bathroom), guest drawing room, dining room, verandah. BBQ, pizza oven (by prior arrangement). Full breakfast served.
2 Mill Street, Strathalbyn SA 5255Ph: 08 8536 [email protected]: Jane LittlejohnsStyle: Historic home B&B
Room rates per couple: $180Bed & full breakfastSuitable for childrenPets welcomeCHQ • Direct Deposit • No credit card facilities
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
Remarkable Rocks, Flinders Chase National Park, Kangaroo Island
McLaren Vale is a short 40-kilometre hop south of Adelaide but you may as well have jumped 15,000 kilometres to the Mediterranean. The atmosphere is redolent of an uncrowded Mediterranean country, with a dramatic coastline, swimming beaches and hillsides threaded with grapevines. This place is almost ridiculously beautiful.
Here you can start with a morning swim, breakfast on fresh ground coffee and pastries at a McLaren Vale cafe and then head off to try some nearby cellar doors (Zimmerman’s Wines is definitely worth a visit for their handcrafted reds). As the afternoon heat builds, head back to one of the glorious
beaches such as Silver Sands, Sellicks or Moana for more waterside rest and recreation.
The town of McLaren Vale and its local region have become an internationally recognised brand name in fine wines – notably shiraz and crisp white wine. It was first settled in the 1840s by British immigrants but the wine finesse arrived with European migrants seeking a new life away from war-torn Europe in the 1940s. Several pleasurable days could be spent just going from cellar door to cellar door.
We love the exotic beach culture of Port Willunga where you can join the locals and drive right down onto the beach and park in front of the waves (does a trip to the beach get any easier?). Afterwards you can wander
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Dining at Port Willunga Goolwa’s historic port
up to the waterfront Star of Greece restaurant to complete the Mediterranean ambience with lashings of grilled haloumi or squid. The inland town of Willunga is a nice place to amble through antique shops, discover more fine dining and see the famous local slate.
This area is the heartland of the Fleurieu Peninsula. The region is spliced with lanes winding through its verdant farmland and buttressed by the broad arc of Encounter Bay to the south.
Victor Harbor anchors the Fleurieu to the sea and you should allow a few days to take in its beaches, museums and sensational natural attractions. Other little seaside towns include Port Elliot (we love the main street for its
shops), Middleton (popular with surfers) and Goolwa (with its historic urban landscape). Wherever you are staying in the Fleurieu, ask your hosts and locals for the inside knowledge on the best of nearby food and wine.
Deep Creek Conservation Park near Delamere protects one of South Australia’s most spectacular semi-wildernesses. The Heysen Trail passes through here and the views of the Southern Ocean are remarkable. And from here you are on the springboard to Australia’s third-largest island.
Kangaroo Island is a living natural history museum, its wildlife isolated and preserved by the passage that you cross on the short ferry ride. Bring your car (or hire one at the airport)
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and prepare to experience some astonishing activities, from fishing at American River to savouring honey from the world’s only purebred Ligurian bee colony. Plus there is plenty of local produce and wines to enjoy.
There are some wonderful national park tours such as a trip to Seal Bay where you watch the members of the island’s seal colony cavort
in the sea. Elsewhere you can run down the dunes of the Little Sahara or stop to admire the aquamarine waters of Vivonne Bay. The Kelly caves derive their name from an accident-prone horse of that name that fell into one, thereby revealing another of the island’s key attractions. Highlights of a visit to the Flinders Chase National Park include the magnificent Admiral’s Arch rock bridge and the Remarkable Rocks.
Kangaroo Island has rightfully joined the iconic Australian destinations that international visitors put on their travel itineraries, just after Uluru and the Great Barrier Reef. This outpost of spectacular food, wine and Australian landscape – washed by the great southern ocean – is a compelling and moving travel experience.
While Kangaroo Island is a must-do visit, it is the perfect accompaniment to your exploration of the mainland hop-off points around McLaren Vale and the Fleurieu Peninsula.
Scarpantoni Cellar Door, near McLaren Vale
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Point Ellen, Vivonne Bay, Kangaroo Island
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Goolwa The Wharf Ph: 08 8555 7241 Email: [email protected] www.visitalexandrina.com
McLaren Vale Main Road Ph: 08 8323 9944 Email: [email protected] www.mclarenvale.info
Strathalbyn 20 South Terrace Ph: 08 8536 3212 Email: [email protected] www.visitalexandrina.com
Victor Harbor The Causeway Ph: 08 8551 0777 Email: [email protected] www.tourismvictorharbor.com.au
Penneshaw Howard Drive Ph: 08 8553 1185 Email: [email protected] www.tourkangarooisland.com.au
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/bellevue
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
12 Chalk Hill Road, McLaren Vale SA 5171Ph: 0432 868 [email protected]: Ciarán Cryan and Jenny McGrathStyle: Indulgent bed and breakfast
Room rates per couple: $230Bed & full breakfastSuitable for children (at full adult rate)Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
Bellevue Bed & BreakfastMcLaren Vale
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When you offer one of South Australia’s most indulgent and leisurely breakfasts you have no choice but to also offer a late check out for satiated guests. After all, you don’t want to rush the pleasure and relaxation that comes with the wonderful repast offered by hosts Ciarán and Jenny.
The four-course breakfast at Bellevue begins with a selection of teas and toast with homemade jams, a choice of cereals, poached fruits and yogurt and then perhaps a baked apricot crepe
with passionfruit sauce – all this before the main cooked course is served. And each day the selection changes, so the surprises never cease.
Of course, a brilliant night’s rest is just as important and the two guest rooms offer every comfort. Whether you travel as a couple or bring another couple to share the indulgence, the purpose-built design gives guests their own lounge, dining and sunny garden terrace to relax on after a day exploring the riches of the McLaren Vale region. It is also admirable that Bellevue is a multi-award-winning property – not just for its generous hospitality (including the breakfast indulgence) but also for its commitment to being clean, green and solar powered.
Location: 40 km or 45 minutes south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 C5. Facilities: Two queen ensuite bedrooms. Guest lounge (kitchenette, games and book exchange library), dining. Private entrance. Courtyard and garden. Full breakfast served.
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/captainswillunga
The name Captain’s Cottage is deliciously deceptive: it is in fact a stunning four-bedroom beach house with ocean views and space for a tribe to settle in for a very stylish family holiday. You can easily imagine a family reunion here to the sounds of children happily playing and adults relaxing.
Captain’s Cottage sits very harmoniously within historic Port Willunga yet it unites modern flair with interiors that offer every comfort. The spacious lounge really feels like home with a
library of books and DVDs and deep sofas that encourage lazy hours of gazing out at the blue ocean. The gourmet kitchen and dining room share in the ocean views. Also downstairs is a wonderful kids’ bedroom with bunks for four and plenty of room to play. We love the upstairs bedrooms, including those with water views and balconies to catch the sea breeze.
Being right across from the beach is a big bonus (the ocean here is always clear and blue), as is the fact you are a short stroll from the famous Star of Greece restaurant and on the doorstep of the McLaren Vale wine region.
Location: 45 km or 50 minutes south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 D4. Facilities: One house: Four bedrooms (two queen, one with ensuite; one twin single; one children’s room with four bunks and play space with TV/DVD) and two bathrooms. Lounge (gas log fire, plasma TV, DVD, CD), dining and full kitchen. Laundry, deck with BBQ. Accommodation only.
21 Esplanade, Port Willunga SA 5173Ph: 0439 462 [email protected]/captainswillungaStyle: Modern beach house
Whole house rates per night: from $170 to $358(up to 10 guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum three nightsSuitable for childrenDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Captain’s CottagePort Willunga
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
43Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/portwillungacottages
Port Willunga Cottages offers three beautiful retreats, each with its own unique ambience. What unites them all is the owner’s passion for presenting each to absolute perfection – guests can expect to find fresh flowers, chocolates and gentle music playing when they arrive.
Evelyn Homestead at Willunga is one of the area’s significant historic gems, presented with sparkling interiors offering a delicious blend of country and contemporary style and a heavenly spa bathroom. The 140-year-old Citrus Cottage,
also at Willunga, has antique brass beds, slate floors and oozes warmth and character. Anchor Cottage at Port Willunga is a couples’ dream, very romantic and intimate in feel.
The Fleurieu Peninsula is renowned for its fresh produce, gourmet foods and world-class wines. Visitors are spoilt for choice being surrounded by cellar doors, boutique wineries and a spectacular coastline fringed with white sandy beaches. Whichever you choose from this gorgeous collection you’ll be within walking distance of some of the finest restaurants in the area, casual cafes, the ocean and the Willunga farmers market. Or just relax and dine alfresco in your own rose-filled cottage garden.
Location: 45 km or 50 minutes south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 D5. Facilities: Three cottages: each with one or two bedrooms, lounge (fire), dining, kitchen, ensuite (some with spa) or bathroom. Full breakfast provisions provided.
(Various locations around Port Willungaand Willunga), SA 5173Ph: 08 8557 8516 Mobile: 0419 838 961enquiries@portwillungacottages.com.auwww.portwillungacottages.com.auOwner: Falie EldridgeStyle: Country charm cottages
Whole cottage rates per couple: from $235 to $325(extra couple from $85 to $170 per night)Bed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at weekendsCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA
Port Willunga CottagesPort Willunga and Willunga (near McLaren Vale)
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
44 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thebluegrape
When it comes to varietal blends, the Blue Grape is a wondrous creation. Take one part magical setting, mix it with the passion of an artist and the creativity of an architect and the result is a divine vineyard escape with a wisp of romance and a dash of indulgence.
But the best part about a stay here is that guests have The Blue Grape to themselves – the hosts live on the other side of the vineyard. Guests share in a sun-filled lounge that offers a crackling fire and a superb collection of artwork – many by
artist and host Ulrike Zimmermann. One way to enjoy the Blue Grape is to come
as two couples and have the whole retreat to yourselves. Arrive on a Friday night and have a light European vineyard dinner matched with a glass of Hans and Ulrike’s award-winning shiraz. Awake the next morning to wander the vineyard before a sumptuous breakfast. Then set off on winery tours in the McLaren Vale region followed by dinner at one of the many fine-dining choices nearby. On Sunday, enjoy a wine tasting with Hans and fill the boot with a bounty to share with friends back home.
Location: 45 km or 50 minutes south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 D5. Facilities: Two studios (each with queen or double bed, ensuite, private balcony) and one suite (queen bed, ensuite, private lounge, spa, balcony). Guest lounge (wood fire, TV), large deck, breakfast room. RC AC. Cellar door. Full breakfast served.
6/7 Newman Close (PO Box 359), Willunga SA 5172Ph: 08 8556 4078 Mobile: 0431 565 [email protected]: Hans and Ulrike ZimmermannStyle: Art-inspired food and wine retreat
Room rates per couple: from $190 to $260Bed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nights at weekends preferredZimmermann’s wines cellar door open Sat. and Sun.
Direct Deposit • MC • VI
The Blue GrapeWillunga (near McLaren Vale)
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/rattleys
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
Nosworthy Road, Inman Valley SA 5211 (PO Box 519, Yankalilla 5203)Ph: 08 8558 8234 Mobile: 0412 474 [email protected]: Fay and Bruce BurfordStyle: Hilltop country cottage
Whole cottage rates per night: from $200 to $220Weekly rates availableBed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at weekends preferredCHQ • Direct Deposit • No credit card facilities
Member: BBFAA
Rattleys at Pear Tree HollowInman Valley
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When Johnathon Rattley settled here in 1865 and established a saddlery and cottage, he planted a pear tree. The cottage foundations are all that remain of his dwelling but the pear tree lives on – an iconic patron watching over this peaceful hollow.
Today, guests can discover why Johnathon picked this spot to make his home – the views down the Inman Valley are spectacular. Lovingly hand-built to owners Fay and Bruce Burford’s design, Rattleys offers cosy country charm, a
lounge with wood fire, a country kitchen and a beautiful bedroom. Powered by solar and wind, this is an eco-credible stay that harmonises with its environs.
Old Rattley would hardly recognize the property nowadays; it has flourished as a parkland garden under the diligent care of Fay and Bruce. Once-eroded paddocks are now bursting with vibrant colours from the cottage and native gardens. It is little wonder that blue wrens, a variety of honeyeaters, wedge-tailed eagles, black-shouldered kites and golden whistlers call this home. Whether you want to walk the Heysen Trail, head to nearby beaches or rest here on the way to or from Kangaroo Island, we think you will fall under the spell of this enchanting hilltop cottage.
Location: 86 km or 90 minutes south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 G4. Facilities: One cottage: queen bedroom with ensuite, lounge (log fire, TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen. BBQ. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
46 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/coastview
5 Coastview Court, Yankalilla SA 5203Ph: 08 8558 3044 Mobile: 0417 057 [email protected]: Jody and Milt GilliesStyle: Resort-style hilltop house
Whole house rates per night: from $350 to $500(up to 12 guests)Mid-week and weekly rates availableAccommodation only • Minimum two nightsSuitable for children • Pets by arrangementDirect Deposit • No credit card facilities
The view from Coastview Escape needs only one word to describe it: awesome. It is the number one reason why people are drawn to this very private hilltop hideaway with an outlook over stunning St Vincent’s Gulf and the pretty township of Normanville. Whether you are in the spa or infinity-edge pool, the dining terrace, the family room or the games room the view is ever present.
This is a house designed by the owners to offer a resort-like experience and can accommodate up
to twelve. Every attentive detail has been thought of to ensure a perfect stay: kids will love the games room with billiards table and entertainment systems; adults will love tucking themselves away in one of the other two living areas for precious private time over a glass of wine.
You get the whole house to yourself (the owners live elsewhere) and with plenty of land surrounding the escape and its secluded summit setting you are assured of complete privacy. And if you feel the need to explore, there are numerous beaches to surf or swim as well as wineries, dining and golf.
Location: 76 km or 1¼ hours south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 F3. Facilities: One house: four bedrooms (two queen, one with ensuite; two each with four bunk beds), family room (TV, CD) and full kitchen, formal lounge/dining (TV, DVD), games room (TV, DVD, VCR, CD, billiard table), patio (dining table). Pool (spa), BBQ, laundry. RC AC. Self-catering.
Coastview EscapeNormanville
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
47Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/casaazzurro
Are we in Middleton or the tropical north? You might begin to wonder when you step into the second-floor lounge at Casa Azzurro and slip into the very tropical style it offers. This casa’s vibe is definitely seaside and decidedly glamorous.
The first thing you’ll notice is the wall of glass upstairs that draws in the sunshine and showcases the sea views. Whether you are relaxing in the lounge, dining or cooking up a storm in the kitchen, you will love this outlook. Even the
master bedroom shares in the vista – waking up after a long sleep to watch the ocean colours is idyllic and the spa ensuite adds to the romance. Another two bedrooms and bathroom downstairs make Casa Azzurro just perfect for two couples or a family wanting plenty of space and privacy.
Regardless of the season, Casa Azzurro offers all the comforts you need to kick back and relax, whether in summer or winter. And the best part of a stay here? The location between the beach and vineyards. Where else can you spend the morning on the beach and the afternoon exploring wineries, followed by a gourmet dinner at a local restaurant?
Location: 89 km or 11/2 hours south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 G7. Facilities: One beach house: three bedrooms (two king, one twin singles, one with spa ensuite), open-plan kitchen, lounge (plasma TV, Austar, DVD, CD) dining, bathroom. Deck with ocean views, laundry. RC AC. Self-catering.
(Exact location given on enquiry), Middleton SA 5213Ph: 08 8178 0803 Mobile: 0419 833 [email protected] (nearby): Verginia ScutellaStyle: Modern beach house
Whole house rates first couple: from $198 to $220(extra guests $40 per night, children $25)Accommodation only Full breakfast provisions availableMinimum two nights at weekends preferredSuitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Casa AzzurroMiddleton
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
48 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/waverleyestate
Sometimes we just stumble across a hidden treasure, one that blends historic style and rural seclusion in a region replete with the spoils of the table. Waverley Estate is one such find, an 1850s home set on four acres of garden dotted with petit verdot vines and a charming collection of cottages and stables.
Couples are always welcome but Waverley really excels when a group of up to 21 take the whole property (and all her beguiling charms and comforts) to themselves. In the main house
there are two bedrooms and the gorgeous cottage, stable and attic suites (all with ensuites) make for plenty of eclectic choices. Groups can gather in the courtyard garden for long lunches or by the fire in the main house’s lounge and dining room. Here, deep sofas and Tuscan and French Provincial interiors meld with Danish art.
Almost any whim can be catered for (including a private chef) and weddings are welcomed. The idea is to move in with friends, bring your tennis racket, swimmers, gourmet goodies and wine, and celebrate your special occasion.
Location: 85 km or 11/2 hours south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 66 G6. Facilities: One estate: seven guest rooms (two in main house with two bathrooms, five in stable, loft and suites each with ensuite) accommodating up to 21. Main house with lounge/dining, full kitchen. Solar heated pool, tennis court, fire pit, BBQ and petanque. Self-catering, catering and chef available.
58 Waterport Road, Port Elliot SA 5212Ph: 08 8554 3149 Mobile: 0407 604 [email protected]: Campbell and Anna HaigStyle: Secluded historic estateRoom rates per night: from $180 to $220
Whole property rates per night: from $800 to $1,250(up to 21 guests) • Accommodation onlyFull breakfast provisions, catering and private chef by prior arrangementMinimum two nights at weekendsSuitable for children CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Waverley EstatePort Elliot
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
49Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/roseeden
Rose Eden House dates from 1876, when it was called home by the local headmaster. Successive school heads passed their terms here until it was sold into private hands and thus to Ian and Therisa Cross. They saw the historic beauty and potential of this gorgeous home and saved it from developers. Thank goodness.
Rose Eden is a star in historic Goolwa’s heritage crown, the product of four years’ laborious restoration and ingenious resurrection by Ian and Therisa and their son. The result is
a triumph, which guests rightfully adore. It is located just steps from the local cafes, galleries and dining and offers guests four superbly presented self-contained apartments with every conceivable comfort.
The four apartments have identical layouts offset by subtle variations in their interior decorations. A lounge with a gas fire and deep comfy sofas leads to a king bedroom (one with a four-poster bed) and then to a truly stunning bathroom with double spa. A full kitchen completes the picture. The restoration is meticulous and the level of luxury is outstanding, a wonderful addition to Goolwa’s heritage pedigree.
Location: 90 km or 11/4 hours south of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 68 J7.Facilities: Four apartments, each with lounge (gas coal fire, plasma TV, DVD, movies and books), king bedroom, bathroom (double spa), full kitchen, Internet, ducted AC. Solar-heated pool, BBQ. Full breakfast provisions provided.
27 Cadell Street, Goolwa SA 5214Ph: 08 8555 2012 Mobile: 0448 752 [email protected]: Ian and Therisa CrossStyle: Luxury heritage apartments
Whole apartment rates per couple: from $220 to $250Bed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at long weekendsDisabled facilitiesAE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA
Rose Eden HouseGoolwa
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
50 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/karingapark
Karinga Park Homestead on Hindmarsh Island is one of South Australia’s historic gems – once the residence on a 1,000-acre dairy farm, today it has been restored to provide guest accommodation.
Hindmarsh Island is an outstanding destination connected to the old river port of Goolwa and is a gateway to explore the distinctive landscape of the Coorong – a spectacular wilderness of world significance. Close by is Victor Harbor, a home of the
Southern Right Whale and fairy penguins. Karinga Park makes for a great base to explore the region’s restaurants, wineries and the farmers, antique and craft markets.
The Homestead offers eight beautiful rooms with period touches and sumptuous bed linen. Relax poolside then dine alfresco in the Mediterranean-style courtyard. The former ballroom is the heart of this gracious 1853 home with plenty of seating for large groups to gather, making it popular for family reunions, functions, retreats and conferences. Karinga has its own forest and lush setting opposite the Murray River. There is accommodation for a further 18 guests in the cottage and Island Lodge.
Location: 93 km or 11/2 hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 67 G8.Facilities: Eight guest rooms and five bathrooms (two with spa), some with wood fire. Guest lounge (wood fire, big screen TV), three dining areas, courtyard (BBQ). RC AC. Self-catering.
20-34 Batson Parade, Hindmarsh Island SA 5214Ph: 08 8383 7575 Mobile: 0419 801 [email protected]: Gabrielle McMurtrieStyle: Historic farm homestead
Room rates per couple: from $168 to $376Accommodation onlyFull breakfast provisions availableFull catering by prior arrangementMinimum two nights at weekends
Suitable for children • Disabled facilitiesCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Karinga Park HomesteadHindmarsh Island
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
51Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/kigardencottages
Lot 87 Third Street, Brownlow SA 5223Ph: 08 8553 [email protected]: Kathy and Frank O’BrienStyle: House and cottage hideaway
Whole house rates per couple: from $165 to $180(extra guests $20 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum three nightsSuitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit • No credit card facilities
This property is a product of pure passion. It is the summation of one family’s celebration of so many happy holidays on Kangaroo Island and their desire to share the experience with others. Kathy and Frank O’Brien handcrafted their first home on this wonderful site brick by brick, accenting its beauty with reclaimed timbers and local artworks. It is superbly set in a verdant garden of great variety and unaffected prettiness.
The house offers four bedrooms, a lounge/dining and a full kitchen, and sleeps eight in
comfort. Or try the ‘cottage’ – its spaciousness mocks the name – which has three bedrooms, a vast lounge/dining (also with a wood fire) and a full kitchen. Altogether, a party of 14 guests can relax in the house and cottage, which are set well apart from each other.
Brownlow is a charming beachside enclave located just moments from Kingscote, where cafes, restaurants and galleries beckon. All the riches of the island are within easy reach of this garden haven.
Location: Four hours southwest of Adelaide by car and ferry; 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide to Kingscote. Map 3. RA 68 J5. Facilities: One house with four bedrooms (one king, one queen and two twin singles) and one cottage with three bedrooms (two queen and one twin single), both with lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), dining, full kitchen, laundry. Cabin with queen bed, ensuite and kitchenette. RC AC. Self-catering.
Kangaroo Island Garden CottagesKangaroo Island (Brownlow, near Kingscote)
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
52 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/seascape
Forget the passport – why not make this your next island holiday? All the ingredients are here for a memorable encounter, provided as part of a complete touring menu by Mandy and Paul Brown.
Seascape on Emu Bay is more than just a marvellous place to stay, with luxury guest rooms and stunning bay views. Yes, there is a spacious guest lounge and a sun deck, and sumptuous meals served with local wines. And the location – elevated high above glorious
Emu Bay – is breathtaking. But what really sets Seascape apart is that the hosts can arrange every aspect of a Kangaroo Island encounter including exclusive 4WD touring.
You will get to see all the hidden secrets of this world-renowned island ecosystem because Mandy and Paul also operate Kangaroo Island Wilderness Tours. Its personalised touring options are notable because every naturalist guide they use is either locally born or has a minimum 25 years’ experience on the island. Your journey into this precious wilderness will be with a guide who intimately knows the flora, fauna and secret spots. Prepare for an unforgettable island adventure in true style.
Location: Four hours southwest of Adelaide by car and ferry; 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide to Kingscote. Map 3. RA 68 J3. Facilities: Three in-house, ensuite rooms (king/twin); guest lounge, dining room. Internet. Full breakfast served; dinner by arrangement. Private 4WD tour packages available.
Bates Road, Emu Bay, Kangaroo Island SA 5223Ph: 08 8559 [email protected]: Mandy and Paul BrownStyle: Complete island encounter
Room rates per person: $252Bed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangementSuitable for childrenDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Seascape on Emu BayKangaroo Island (Emu Bay)
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/islandbeachlodge
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
Lot 301 Borda Road, Island Beach SA 5222Ph: 08 8331 3059 Mobile: 0419 031 [email protected]: Martin FarkasStyle: Panoramic beach house
Whole house rates per night (up to 8 guests): $500Whole house rates per night (more than 8 up to a maxi mum 14 guests): $950Accommodation only • Dinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nights
CHQ • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Island Beach LodgeKangaroo Island (Island Beach)
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Imagine for a moment that you are the captain of a luxury ocean liner, poised to sail into the panoramic splendour of the ocean before you. Such is the feeling evoked by the views from Island Beach Lodge.
Thanks to a brilliant design Island Beach Lodge allows guests to take only the space they need: chose from either the three-bedroom or four-bedroom halves (each with its own lounge, kitchen and facilities). Or you can take both halves for the ultimate in space and style. With
a magic wall that retracts, you can unite both lounges into one exceptionally luxurious space with 180-degree views. This then gives you use of all seven bedrooms, six bathrooms and two kitchens. You can welcome 14 friends or family with no concerns. Importantly your privacy is assured because which ever side you choose, the other side is not rented during your stay.
Italian leather lounges, full entertainment systems, wood fires and acres of glass looking out to the waters of Eastern Cove and American River make this a stylish choice.
Location: Four hours southwest of Adelaide by car and ferry; 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide to Kingscote. Map 3. RA 68 K5. Facilities: One beach house (with three options): total of seven bedrooms (five queen and two with twin king singles), six bathrooms, two kitchens, two lounge rooms (wood fire, flat-screen surround sound TV, DVD, CD). Balconies, BBQs. RC AC. Self-catering.
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You can barely see De Coudie Beach House from the beach, yet its views of Eastern Cove are breathtakingly beautiful. The setting is so private, yet you can hear the waves washing languidly on the sandy shore. And the sense of space in every room is liberating, yet the feel is warm and comforting. Here, among the trees, is a world-class haven just waiting to be enjoyed.
There are three wings to De Coudie Beach House: the living wing is elevated for the view and breeze and opens to a deck for dining
and lounging. Three guest rooms, including the master bedroom, form the second wing. And the third wing – delightfully named ‘the bunkhouse’ – is on the lower level and offers a marvellous space with four single beds and kitchenette.
Artworks animate soaring walls, furnishings offer comfort for a tribe of up to 10 and a log fire crackles in the winter months.
Careful orientation and walls of glass draw in sunlight, making this a house for all seasons – a stunning place to bring special friends.
Location: Four hours southwest of Adelaide by car and ferry; 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide to Kingscote. Map 3. RA 68 K5. Facilities: One house: four bedrooms (king with ensuite, queen, king singles and the ‘bunkhouse’ with four singles and kitchenette), open-plan lounge (wood fire, TV, Austar, DVD, CD), dining and kitchen, two bathrooms. Decks (BBQ). Internet, laundry, heating. Self-catering.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/decoudie
Lot 2 De Coudie Drive, Island Beach SA 5221Ph: 08 8354 2723res@villasandbeachhouses.comwww.decoudiebeachhouse.com.auBookings: Janelle SheehanStyle: Stunning contemporary beach house
Whole house rates per night: from $625 to $795(up to 10 guests)Accommodation onlyFull maid service with meals by prior arrangementMinimum four nights • Suitable for childrenAE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
De Coudie Beach HouseKangaroo Island (Island Beach)
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
55Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/eleanorriver
We love secluded hideaways that blend eco-friendly style with luxurious comfort, which is why we keep returning to this log cabin on 250 hidden acres. The Mary Ellen is a solar-powered retreat on the Eleanor River Homestead, right in the heart of Kangaroo Island.
You cannot beat the location or environmental purity here. The Mary Ellen is hedged by grass trees and bushland, which lead to a private river just a short wander away. The ‘cabin’ – Abe Lincoln wouldn’t recognise this one – has its own
observation deck and guests revel in complete solitude. Your only neighbours are kangaroos, koalas, echidnas and myriad native birds. The island’s world heritage natural attractions that aren’t on your doorstep are an easy drive away.
The cabin has a splendid lounge/dining with a snug wood fire and two restful bedrooms (ideal after a soak in the claw-foot bath). Add the gourmet kitchen and you have it all here. Just open up the windows for the gentle murmuring of nature and the star-filled night sky. The owners live elsewhere on the property but relish giving touring advice.
Location: Four hours southwest of Adelaide by car and ferry; 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide to Kingscote. Map 3. RA 68 K4. Facilities: One cabin: two bedrooms (queen and twin singles), open-plan lounge (wood fire, satellite TV, DVD, CD), dining and full kitchen, bathroom. Deck (BBQ), riverside deck. Self-catering.
Lot 5 Gregors Road, Parndana SA 5220Ph: 08 8559 5234enquiries@eleanorriverhomestead.com.auwww.eleanorriverhomestead.com.auHosts: Graeme and Kathy RickettsStyle: Very private log cabin
Whole cabin rates per night: $200(up to four guests, extra guests $35 per night)Accommodation onlyFull breakfast provisions available by prior arrangementMinimum two nights • Suitable for children
Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
Eleanor River HomesteadKangaroo Island (Parndana)
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
56 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thornparkisland
On Kangaroo Island, you step back in time. The pace is slower and nature still rules in all her pristine glory. Travellers circle the globe to see the Island’s koalas, wallabies, fairy penguins and raucous fur seals.
But there is another reason to come – to simply relax in luxurious style at Thorn Park on the Island, a sister property to the renowned Thorn Park by the Vines in the Clare Valley (see page 91). The Island incarnation offers a quite different, fully self-contained stay. Here you will find a beach
house sitting high above the village of Penneshaw (where the ferry comes in). The spectacular panoramic views beautifully counterpoint the understated elegance of the interiors.
The mood is that of an exclusive city club gone beachside, with deep sofas, absorbing artworks, walls of books and a gourmet kitchen stocked with all you need to cook up a feast. And what a feast it can be – Kangaroo Island is celebrated for its seafood, wines and gourmet goodies, which you can gather as you wander the island exploring its natural and man-made highlights.
Location: Four hours southwest of Adelaide by car and ferry; 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide to Kingscote. Map 3. RA 68 K5. Facilities: One house: three bedrooms (two queen, one twin singles), open-plan lounge (TV, DVD, CD with books, DVDs, CDs, LPs and games), dining, full kitchen and office/library. Large deck (BBQ), laundry, Internet. Self-catering.
(Exact location given on enquiry) Penneshaw, SA 5222Ph: 08 8843 [email protected]: David Hay and Michael SpeersStyle: Secluded hilltop beach house
Whole house rates per night: from $195 to $250(up to six guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum three nights (one week in peak periods)Suitable for children • Disabled facilities
AE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Thorn Park on the IslandKangaroo Island (Penneshaw)
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McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island
57Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/seaviewlodge
Seaview Lodge was built in the 1860s and extended in the 1890s as a guesthouse for weary sailors. So how appropriate that it has been refitted for the service of welcoming guests from over the seas, including mainlander Australians and travellers from more distant shores.
Seaview was a sailors’ haven in the old days when Christmas Cove was the main port for Kangaroo Island and mariners would wander up the hill seeking lodgings. These days you arrive by ferry or plane and the facilities are now
very contemporary with ensuite bathrooms for every room. But one thing has not changed: the hospitality that owner Barbara Ewens extends has a 100-year-old heritage.
Each guest room is freshly decorated in period style (we love the Rose Room with its four-poster bed and French doors opening to the garden). All guests get to savour the breakfast of local honey and yoghurt, fresh eggs, plus peaches and apricots from the garden when in season. Special note: do not miss Barbara’s drunken prunes (the old sea salts would have loved these). And from this hilltop locale, expect marvellous views of the ocean and fresh sea breezes to start each day.
Location: Four hours southwest of Adelaide by car and ferry; 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide to Kingscote. Map 3. RA 68 K5. Facilities: Five ensuite rooms (queen and singles). Guest lounge (TV, DVD, CD, library, games). RC AC, ducted heating. Full breakfast served.
Lot 3 Willoughby Road, Penneshaw SA 5222Ph: 08 8553 1132 Mobile: 0421 908 [email protected]: Barbara EwensStyle: Historic portside guesthouse
Room rates per couple: from $195 to $220Bed & full breakfastSuitable for childrenPets by arrangementEftpos • MC • VI
Seaview LodgeKangaroo Island (Penneshaw)
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Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier (Southeast South Australia)
Robe’s iconic obelisk
The Little Blue Lake, just outside of Mount Gambier, exemplifies this unusual region. Sunk in a landscape of flat, rich farmland is the vast crater of a collapsed limestone cave that is now filled with cool blue water. Twenty-metre high walls of limestone rise from its edge, hiding one of the world’s great swimming holes. What a fabulous introduction to the Limestone Coast - little-known, profoundly interesting and fun.
Millennia of geological formation have shaped this region, producing soils that yield some of the world’s most sought-after red wines and sculpting a landscape of deep caves and volcanic cones. The caves around Naracoorte are littered with the still-visible bones of long-extinct giant kangaroos and mainland thylacine marsupial tigers.
Base yourself in Naracoorte and allow time to explore the region including the famous Coonawarra wineries and the new wine district of Wrattonbully. Bool Lagoon Game Reserve attracts twitchers (birdwatchers) from around the world. Naracoorte also has galleries featuring local artists, a rich Scottish heritage, and many activities including horse riding.
One of our favourite wine producing areas, Padthaway, is north of Naracoorte towards the Murray River. The chic Hardy’s Stonehaven cellar door provides a palatable insight into this famous shiraz and chardonnay region.
Coonawarra is a name as recognisable to red wine drinkers as Champagne is to those who like bubbles. Its velvety cabernet sauvignons
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Bool Lagoon boardwalk, Naracoorte Fruits of the sea, Robe
are a product of the region’s famous “terra rossa” soils. A trip along the roads around Penola will lead you past any number of international labels such as Wynns Coonawarra Estate - the first in the region, with vines dating back to 1891.
The oldest town in the area, Penola (founded in 1850), is thoroughly charming and has retained many of its historic buildings.
Back at Mount Gambier, the regional capital is famed for its (very big) Little Blue Lake. Its blue waters are at their most surreal in November but the lake is fascinating at any time and so are the Engelbrecht limestone caves.
The road southeast of Mount Gambier leads to one of Australia’s most uncluttered stretches of
coastal resorts including Beachport (float in the Pools of Siloam) and laid-back Robe.
Robe is a wonderful seaside escape - unspoilt, relaxed and with its own distinctive style. It is one of those historic port towns that instantly makes new visitors sigh and settle in with relief, perhaps starting with a latte and browse through the old Grey Masts bookshop. Its 17-kilometre beach offers great opportunities for swimming, surfing and fishing.
Back in town and hungry, there is a fabulous selection of places for good coffee and a meal. The Caledonian Inn (dating from 1859 and partly built from the timber of ships wrecked in the bay) does a great pub lunch.
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But Robe is not just a summertime town. Its mild climate encourages you to be out and about at any time of the year, perhaps fossicking on the beaches. The clean southern seas produce a huge bounty of fresh produce. Rock lobster is one of the most sought-after catches (many local restaurants offer this specialty between October and April).
North of Robe is the 130-kilometre long wilderness reserve known as The Coorong, which is renowned for its birdlife. This is one of Australia’s most fragile ecosystems and hosts migratory birds from as far as China, Siberia and Japan. It is also the traditional home of the Ngarrindjeri people, who run educational tours of their lands.
Mount Gambier and the Limestone Coast make perfect entry or exit points to and from South Australia. They radiate a net of roads that lead through exciting boutique wine regions such as Langhorne Creek and Currency Creek on the way to Victor Harbor, Kangaroo Island, McLaren Vale and Adelaide.
Or, if you are Melbourne-bound, the Great Southern Touring Route will take you to the Great Ocean Road or through the spectacular Grampians and on to the Goldfields of central Victoria. This is one of Australia’s greatest - and least known - tourism gems.
Rymill Winery, Coonawarra
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Umpherston Sinkhole, Mount Gambier
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Bordertown 81 North Terrace Ph: 08 8752 0700 Email: [email protected] www.tatiara.sa.gov.au
Mount Gambier 35 Jubilee Highway East Ph: 08 8724 9750 Email: [email protected] www.mountgambiertourism.com.au
Naracoorte 36 MacDonnell Street Ph: 08 8762 1399 Email: [email protected] www.naracoortelucindale.com
Penola 27 Arthur Street Ph: 08 8737 2855 Email: [email protected] www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au
Robe Mundy Terrace Ph: 08 8768 2465 Email: [email protected] www.robe.com.au
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62 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/curlew
The curlew is a majestic night bird, rare in the south of Australia, but quite at home at Curlew Park Country House and its idyllic lakeside setting. When Pam and Daryl Foulis came here ten years ago this was a barren paddock. Today it is a haven for wildlife and the welcome guests who repeatedly come here to share its profound tranquillity.
Curlew Park’s design was inspired by traditional outback homesteads and their high-pitched rooflines, which stand out on
the horizon like friendly beacons. But Curlew Park takes this design and melds it with contemporary interiors and a big helping of country hospitality. The heart of the homestead is the lounge with its crackling log fire in winter. A lovely collection of art adorns the walls.
Guests can choose from two rooms in this purpose built B&B and Pam prepares a country-cooked breakfast each morning (with fresh homestead eggs, of course). You can eat dinner here too – an option that most guests take up, given that seasonal fare determines the menu (often with vegies from the garden and local lamb). Curlew Park is a relaxing waypoint for weary travellers between Melbourne and Adelaide.
Location: 276 km or three hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 F7. Facilities: Two guest rooms (one queen and one twin king singles) with TV, DVD, CD, both with RC AC. Guest lounge (wood fire, TV, CD). Full breakfast served. Dinner by prior arrangement.
Curlew Park Country HouseMundulla
Lot 146 Chark Road, Mundulla SA 5270Ph: 08 8753 [email protected]: Pam and Daryl FoulisStyle: Splendid country homestead
Room rates per couple: $165(extra guests $60 per night)Bed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangement
AE • CHQ • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
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63Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/carolynnescottages
You can’t get more local than the family that runs Carolynne’s Cottages. They have owned this land since Europeans first settled in the area and combine their unsurpassed local knowledge with old-fashioned country hospitality.
The pioneering members of hosts Carol and Daryl’s family could never have imagined the level of comfort that these cottages provide today, notably the marvellously spacious living rooms, dining areas and kitchens. We love the fact that each cottage is decorated in rich tones and warm
fabrics that ensure comfort and country style (not to mention the popular spa bathrooms). Another feature is the generous decks overlooking manicured lawns and lovingly tended gardens. Parents and kids alike will appreciate the ample space to romp while a delicious barbecue is being prepared on the deck.
The cottages border wetlands, so birds are frequent visitors. Their aerial view of the countryside would reveal the riches of this diverse region, including the wineries of the Coonawarra and the famous Naracoorte Caves. We do suggest you allow several days to relax and explore from this very central base.
Location: 353 km or 41/2 hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 H7.Facilities: Three one- and two-bedroom cottages, each with spacious lounge/dining (TV/DVD), full kitchen, spa bathroom. Generous decks (BBQ), laundry. RC AC. Full or continental breakfast provisions provided.
Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier
Carolynne’s CottagesNaracoorte
6 Young Drive (PO Box 582), Naracoorte SA 5217Ph: 08 8762 1762 Mobile: 0408 836 [email protected]: Carol and Daryl Bennier and Robyn DempsterStyle: Country comfort cottages
Whole cottage rates per couple: from $150 to $170(extra guests $40–50 per night, children 5–15 years $20)Bed & full or continental breakfast provisionsSuitable for childrenPets by arrangementAE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
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9 Jardine Street, Mount Gambier SA 5290Mobile: 0409 420 864robyn@mackenziesonjardine.com.auwww.mackenziesonjardine.com.auOwner: Robyn GlynnStyle: Historic cottage
Whole cottage rates per couple: $190(extra guests $40 per night, children $30)Minimum two nightsCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
We really admire historic properties that have undergone meticulous transformations, which is why we revere Mackenzie’s on Jardine in Mount Gambier. It is an outstanding success.
This 1910 home is superbly presented with quality furnishings, fine linens and authentic period finishes. Better still, the owners have created a home-away-from-home feel without being precious or fussy. Fresh flowers, a library of books, DVDs and CDs and a tasteful collection of curios make this an experience not just a bed
for the night. Business travellers and pleasure seekers will cherish any time spent curled up by the fire or sneaking a long sleep-in.
Apart from the two quite sumptuous bedrooms, the grand lounge (which opens to the full kitchen) and the separate study (a great feature for corporate guests), we love the enormous elevated rear deck. It sports an uninterrupted view of Frew Park cricket ground. Being right in the heart of the CBD, dining, shopping and historic sites are all on your doorstep and the treasures of Mount Gambier and the Limestone Coast await your exploration.
Location: 435 km or six hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 K7. Facilities: One cottage: two bedrooms (king, queen), two with TV. Lounge (TV, Austar, DVD, CD with libraries, gas log fire), study (desk), full kitchen, bathroom (spa). Laundry, BBQ, large deck. Central heating, RC AC. Full breakfast provisions provided.
Mackenzie’s on JardineMount Gambier
Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/mackenzies
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This extensive range of luxury houses and apartments in Mount Gambier has something to suit the most discerning business traveller and holidaymaker alike. Carol Downing and Kerry Guerin hand pick each property in their collection and weave their decorative magic, fitting each out with contemporary furnishings and trimmings such as plasma TVs with cable entertainment.
You might choose the very stylish Domain, which offers two queen bedrooms, a sumptuous lounge and gourmet kitchen with granite bench
tops. There is even a separate study with Internet, ideal for workers or holidaymakers who need to keep in touch with the office.
The very new two-bedroom Frewville apartments are another option, decorated in tasteful palette of colours. Each has a modern granite kitchen and bathrooms, a gas log fire and large timber deck and private courtyard for entertaining. MG Deluxe offers three bedrooms, an office, a very private courtyard and an entertainment system. Whichever you choose, there are two key benefits: all are in the CBD of Mount Gambier and all offer sensational style and impeccable presentation, from owners who take pride in discrete service.
Location: 435 km or six hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 K7.Facilities: A range of houses and apartments, with up to four bedrooms, lounge (plasma cable TV, DVD), dining, full kitchen, laundry, BBQ, Internet, secure parking, RC AC. Self-catering.
Mount Gambier ApartmentsMount Gambier
Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier
Various CBD locations, Mount Gambier SA 5291Mobile: 0409 250 577 Mobile: 0409 838 599info@mountgambieraccommodation.com.auwww.mountgambierapartments.com.auManagers: Carol Downing and Kerry GuerinStyle: Modern CBD houses and apartments
Whole house rates per night: from $160 to $450(rate range is for two to twelve guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsContinental breakfast provisions availableAE • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/mountgambierapartments
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66 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/wrensonglenelg
5 Acacia Street, Nelson Vic. 3292 (Postal: PO Box 2302, Mount Gambier 5290) Ph: 08 8738 4341 Mobile: 0408 199 [email protected]: Rick and Trena MullanStyle: Secluded riverside hideaway
Whole apartment rates per night: from $155 to $165Whole apartment rates per week: $960Bed & continental breakfast provisions (first night)Minimum two nights at weekends preferredDisabled facilities • MC • VI
Nelson must rate as Australia’s least-known seaside gem. Just over the border in Victoria, it is very much a favourite of South Australians and the perfect place to stop on a Great Ocean Road odyssey.
Wrens sits aside the Glenelg River in gorgeous bushland brimming with local bird life. In this peaceful haven you’ll find just one exclusive couple’s retreat set well away from the hosts’ own house and just a stroll from the river. The tastefully decorated apartment is open-plan and
features an airy lounge, neat kitchenette and a dreamy bathroom with two-person spa. Glass doors open to a patio, allowing guests to soak up the stunning views.
What we love about this hideaway is the location: set within a picturesque hamlet and right on the doorstep of the region’s signature attractions. The Coonawarra’s wineries, Robe and the Grampians are all a day trip away. You can cruise the Glenelg River (quite stunning), explore the Piccaninnie Ponds, go caving at Naracoorte, fish, golf, swim, walk the Great Southern Walk or simply stay at Wrens and relax. There is dining in all directions and host Trena Mullan has a plethora of local knowledge to share.
Location: 470 km or 6½ hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 K7. Facilities: One open-plan apartment: king bed, lounge (TV, DVD), kitchenette, bathroom (two-person spa), deck. BBQ, laundry, carport. RC AC. Continental provisions provided (first night).
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Office: 10 Victoria Street, Robe SA 5276Ph: 1300 760 629 Mobile: 0427 541 [email protected]: Rayna FaheyStyle: Exclusive lifestyle retreats
Whole apartment rates per night: from $310 to $395(up to two guests, extra guests $50 per night)Weekly rates availableBed & continental breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights preferredSuitable for childrenAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit• Eftpos • MC • VI
The location of this wonderfully named luxury apartment could not be better: absolute beachfront and tucked in behind Robe’s historic Caledonian Inn (circa 1858).
Once you let yourself in the door, you are in for a treat – everything about Splash oozes beach holiday. The fresh decorator tones of lime, aqua, crisp white and sand meld with the colours of Guichen Bay; light from the cosy log fire falls on a collection of found objects brought up from the beach. In addition to the
spacious living room, with its white leather lounges and full entertainment systems, there is a dining room and second living space warmed by a potbelly stove (complete with heavenly day bed), a gourmet kitchen and three sunny bedrooms dressed in beautiful linen.
You might be in the very heart of historic Robe, with the sandy beach on your doorstep, but the privacy is complete. And the best part? The charming bar and restaurant at The Caledonian Inn is on your doorstep, so you don’t have far to stroll to indulge in fine wines and food or a casual bite at the beach cafe. Splash offers space, warmth and ocean views in an unbeatable beachfront location.
Location: 336 km or four hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 H5.Facilities: One apartment: Three bedrooms, lounge (fire), dining, kitchen, bathroom.Also available: a range of sole-occupancy houses (sleeping two to ten). Self-catering.
Robe Lifestyle Properties: SplashRobe
Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/splash
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If Villa Pescatore were a cocktail, the ingredients list would read like this: one part Robe fisherman’s cottage, two parts contemporary architect-designed flair and a double shot of seaside interior style – served beachfront and enjoyed in summer or winter.
If that sounds tempting, Villa Pescatore (the fisherman’s house) could be a real treat for your next holiday. Once you enter through the front gate into the sun-drenched courtyard, you have complete privacy. Downstairs there is a
living area with divine day bed, a spa bathroom with white shutters looking over a garden, a marvellous gourmet kitchen and two bedrooms.
Upstairs you’ll find the real garnish: a living room with a balcony that looks out to the ocean, a gas log fire, entertainment systems and more of that seaside interior flair, together with one more bedroom. Within moments of arriving you’ll fling open the French doors, let the sea breeze flow through and laze back to the sounds of the ocean washing up on the beach. Divine in any season.
Location: 336 km or four hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 H5.Facilities: One house: three bedrooms (two king, one with two sets of bunks), upstairs lounge (gas fire, TV, DVD, CD), downstairs living (day bed, TV, DVD), courtyard (dining, day beds), kitchen/dining, bathroom (spa). BBQ. Self-catering. Also available: a range of sole-occupancy houses (sleeping two to eight).
Office: 10 Victoria Street, Robe SA 5276Ph: 1300 760 629 Mobile: 0427 541 [email protected]: Rayna FaheyStyle: Exclusive lifestyle retreatsWhole house rates per night: from $325 to $395
(up to two guests, extra guests $50 per night)Weekly rates availableAccommodation onlyMinimum two nights preferredSuitable for childrenPets welcomeAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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Robe Lifestyle Properties: Villa PescatoreRobe
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/robelifestyle
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Ann’s Place has been a favourite with our readers for many years because of its location in the heart of old Robe town, its lovely views over Guichen Bay and the warmth of hosts Ann and George Murphy. Over the past 40 years, they have become treasures of South Australian tourism.
Guests can chose from four ensuite rooms, each very spacious. We love the suite with bay views and a deck – but all share a fresh, bright interior style and have either a spa or
soaking tub. The heart of Ann’s Place is the sun-drenched guest lounge and dining room with bay views. Here breakfast is served at tables for two (or four, if two couples travel together) and Ann strives to serve local delicacies including fresh fish and smoked bacon. There is something very relaxing about tucking into a hearty feast while admiring the sparkling waters of the bay.
Ann and George have a wealth of knowledge to share, including local history, dining, wineries and walks they love sharing tips with guests who want advice. Whatever your exploratory interests, you’ll love returning to this haven at the end of the day with its garden pergola and roses.
Location: 336 km or four hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 H5. Facilities: Four ensuite rooms: each with separate entrances (three with spa, one with bath), TV/DVD, AC. Guest lounge, dining area and deck with bay views. Garden pergola. Full breakfast served.
Ann’s PlaceOld Robe Town
Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/annsplace
2 Royal Circus (PO Box 160), Robe SA 5276Ph: 08 8768 [email protected]/annsplaceHosts: Ann, George and Suzy MurphyStyle: Private suites with B&B service
Room rates per couple: from $180 to $210Bed & full breakfastAE • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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2 Park Terrace, Robe SA 5276Mobile: 0417 898 [email protected] (nearby): Sonya ChalkStyle: Bright and sunny beach house
Whole house rates per night: from $225 to $350(rates are for two, additional guests $50)Bed & full breakfast provisions (first night)Minimum two nightsSuitable for children
Small dogs by arrangementCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
This marvellous, light-filled beach house takes its name from the residents of Brim Lake, which it overlooks – the favourite spot for local pelicans. Mind you, if the pelicans only knew the style of this beach house sitting on top of the dunes they might just be a bit jealous.
What we love most about The Pelican Shed is the walls of glass on either side of the lounge that draw in light no matter what the time of day or the season. With deep comfy sofas in happy colours and a large dining table just made for
feasts and summer BBQs this is a really cheery place to come for a family holiday. So it is little surprise that kids are welcome here and they will love the easy amble to the beach for swimming or surfing.
And when it comes time for a big breakfast in town or to buy some fresh locally caught seafood, you can walk into the Robe village along the cliffs – the invigorating walk will inspire an appetite. The Pelican Shed is all about long, lazy days wandering the beach, watching movies and cooking up a storm, making this is a perfect choice in any season.
Location: 336 km or four hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 H5.Facilities: One modern beach house with four bedrooms (one king, one queen, two with bunk beds). Open-plan lounge (LCD TV, DVD, CD, Bose iPod dock), dining and kitchen. Extensive decks, BBQ, boogie boards. RC AC. Self-catering (full breakfast provisions provided first night).
The Pelican ShedRobe
Limestone Coast and Mount Gambier
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/pelicanshed
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71Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/theperch
1 Squires Drive, Robe SA 5276Ph: 08 8768 2341 Mobile: 0403 578 [email protected]: Debra MackeyStyle: Contemporary beach house
Whole house rates per night: from $225 to $325(up to nine guests) • Weekly rates availableAccommodation onlyMinimum two nights preferred (seven in peak)Suitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: Happyshack
The gardens of this fashionable coastal home mimic the dune vegetation surrounding Robe, creating a kaleidoscope of grey, silver and green that hints at the very stylish interiors within. And that is what The Perch is all about – beautiful beach style.
Step inside and you’ll find an open-plan lounge, dining and full kitchen dressed in natural beach tones and with interior detailing and decorations that suggest the owners truly care about presentation for guests. Even the kids’ bedrooms have a fun, bright theme and there
is a fourth bedroom/playroom with a TV and Playstation so they have their own space too. When it comes to entertaining the large deck overlooking the garden is the perfect place for a BBQ or to read the paper.
The location is also a highlight. The Perch is right in the heart of Robe so you can walk to the cinema, playground, shops and boutiques as well as the supermarket. For those who remember the care-free holidays of their childhood and have wondered if their kids could experience the same, this beach house in charming Robe says ‘Yes’. Just sit back, relax and enjoy peaceful days full of beachside fun.
Location: 336 km or four hours southeast of Adelaide. Map 5. RA 69 H5. Facilities: Beach house: four bedrooms (two queen, one bunkroom and one with daybed/playroom with TV), open-plan lounge (TV, DVD, CD), dining and full kitchen, deck (BBQ), RC AC, heating. Self-catering.
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Murraylands and Riverland
Banrock Station Wine and Wetland Centre
The great flowing artery of life for much of southeastern Australia is the Murray River, which rises far to the east in the Snowy Mountains. As it flows quietly through South Australia’s Murraylands and Riverland regions, it provides the sustenance for innumerable orchards, vineyards, grazing lands and an astonishing range of native wildlife and flora. Any visit to South Australia should allow plenty of time to explore the river towns and bask in the shade of their giant red-gums.
For the 19th-century colonies of Australia, the Murray provided more than just water: it was a weaving brown highway that linked the inland with the sea. Mark Twain - who knew a thing or two about great rivers - compared it with the Mississippi.
At places like Mannum, you can still experience the thrill of boarding a river steamer, its whistle howling the departure time, and cruising the river. We suggest going a step further and booking time aboard your own private floating haven. From the deck of a houseboat, the river and its wildlife ceaselessly pass you by in a splendid private parade.
Houseboat life is sublime. During the day, you can busy yourself with fishing, swimming, BBQs on a secluded bank or listening to myriad calls of different birds.
As the sun sets, find yourself a place opposite the limestone cliffs and watch the light show begin as the river banks flush in a thousand shades of orange and red. And at night, the
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Dinner on the riverbank, Murray River Murray River landscape
blanket of stars overhead heralds an evening of nocturnal activity.
Birdwatchers love this river and you will soon discover why. The Gluepot Bird Reserve near Waikerie is in the UNESCO-recognised Bookmark Biosphere Reserve. But you can pull over anywhere on the river to enjoy your own private birdlife extravaganza.
The river’s central role in Australia’s colonial history is visible everywhere in the architecture of towns such as Murray Bridge (check out the nearby Monarto Zoological Park to see some of the normally unseen wildlife) and Mannum, a peaceful riverside town that makes a good stop for a few days of rest and relaxation. These two towns
make excellent bases for travellers intent on discovering this region and they are both within easy reach of Adelaide.
The Riverland region stretches from historic Burra near Clare in the west to Renmark and the Victorian town of Mildura to the east. And, yes, these names will be familiar to connoisseurs of fine varietals and fortified wines.
At the busy inland port town of Morgan, you can pop into Angove’s and see where that old Australian favourite St Agnes Brandy is made. There is also a fascinating heritage walk that showcases the Murray’s history.
Orchards and vineyards line the 80-kilometre run from Renmark to famously good gliding
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centre of Waikerie. The route is laced with a string of wineries for cellar door tastings and produce shops like Riverland Food Supplies at Barmera. At Kingston-on-Murray, stop by at Banrock Station to pick up some table wine and then visit the Wetland Centre, which features a very informative seven-kilometre wetlands walk.
Across this region you will encounter names that are instantly recognisable on every bottle shop shelf or wine list. There is Renmano Wines at Renmark and Berri Estates at Berri but there are also many more boutique wineries producing little-known, highly prized vintages on hillsides seamed with highly localised mineralogy and soil types. Uncovering these wine gems is one of the great pleasures of any trip to this region. But there is only one way to do it: go and explore for yourself.
From the Murraylands and Riverland districts, you are in easy range of many more South Australian highlights: the Clare and Barossa valleys to the north and east, Adelaide and McLaren Vale to the east and south, or the dramatic beauty of the Flinders Ranges to the north and west.
But wherever you move on to, we reckon that you will always carry some of the whispering beauty of this river landscape with you.
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Paddle Steamer Marion, Mannum
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Mannum 6 Randell Street Ph: 08 8569 1303 Email: [email protected] www.mannum.org
Murray Bridge 3 South Terrace Ph: 08 8539 1142 Email: [email protected] www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au
Berri Riverview Drive Ph: 08 8582 5511 Email: [email protected] www.berribarmera.sa.gov.au
Loxton on the roundabout, Bookpurnong Terrace Ph: 08 8584 8071 Email: [email protected] www.loxtontourism.com.au
Renmark 84 Murray Avenue Ph: 08 8586 6704 Email: [email protected] www.renmarkparinga.sa.gov.au
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Murraylands and Riverland
Mooring: 16 Randell Street, Mannum SA 5238Admin: 214 Pulteney Street, Adelaide SA 5000Ph: 08 8223 [email protected]: Paul and Susan PruszinskiStyle: Luxury floating apartment
Room rates per person: $180Accommodation onlyMinimum two persons for two nightsProvisioning, private chef, transfers and tours by arrangement • Suitable for children
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This could well be Australia’s only floating luxury apartment, the ultimate way to experience the majesty of the Murray River, with all the romance of being on the water but without the effort of sailing.
Located at an architect-designed private mooring in the heart of Mannum, one guest group (from one couple to up to ten persons) has exclusive use of the whole Boatel’s two levels of luxury living, with five guest suites on the lower deck (each with king bed, panoramic window and
a marble ensuite) and the wonderful Sky Lounge, dining and gourmet kitchen on the upper deck.
The Sky Lounge has full entertainment systems and the most breathtaking outlook over the river from within the lounge and the entertaining deck. The feeling is rather like being in your own private floating glass conservatory. And being moored at Mannum, you and your guests can relax and entertain on the Boatel or wander a few steps for dining, river cruises and shopping. For the ultimate adventure, Boatel’s own chauffeur service can provide transfers to and from Boatel as well as bespoke regional tours tailored to each client’s desire (including wineries) to add to the experience.
Location: 108 km or 11/2 hours east of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 69 B4. Facilities: Floating apartment: Five suites (each with king/twin single, ensuite), lounge (TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen, dining, decks. Gas log fire and heater, AC. Self-catering.
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The Barossa and Clare Valleys
Mount Surmon Wines, Clare Valley
Are there two valleys anywhere in the world whose names are so intimately linked with great wines, superb food and landscapes of such lyrical beauty than those of Clare and Barossa? We think not. These two spectacular cradles of wine-making now feature on wine lists worldwide and are synonymous with crisp, refreshing whites and richly satisfying reds.
But these two valleys offer so much more than elite cellar doors like Peter Lehmann, Richmond Grove and Knappstein. The Barossa has its own extraordinary cultural heritage: it was settled more than 160 years ago by German immigrants from their country’s Prussian heartland. Those piously ambitious
pioneers imported a European cultural aesthetic and wine-making traditions, which their descendants have preserved and integrated into the easy-going Australian lifestyle.
The start of any Barossa adventure should be Gawler on the region’s eastern apex. From this agricultural and economic hub, roads and lanes fan out across the Barossa to the places you know and those you will discover. But we advise a stop in Gawler to admire the historic architecture and photograph the whole panorama from Mengler Hill Lookout.
Next stop should be Tanunda, which nestles in the heart of the Barossa. The town is filled with shops, cafes and delis that offer the best of local produce. You can make yourself an
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Appellation at The Louise, Barossa Valley Balloon Regatta, Barossa Valley
instant regional wine expert by popping into the Barossa Wine and Visitor Centre.
It is the gorgeous little towns of the Barossa – an easy hour’s drive up into the hills from Adelaide – that invariably catch visitors’ breath.
Little towns such as Bethany (laid out like a Silesian village) and Marananga (known as Gnadenfrei until World War I) are suffused with the architecture and cultural heritage of their German pioneers. The palm-lined avenues of Marananga and Seppeltsfield lead to some boutique cellar doors and food lovers’ haunts, including Maggie Beer’s farm shop. The very English town of Angaston has a magical setting, with gourmet cafes and lovely dining spots.
But it is the search for an individual wine nirvana that brings many travellers to these sublime valleys. As you motor through the region, label after label of Australia’s leading wine brands will suddenly appear around a corner or be signposted up a quiet lane. At Jacob’s Creek, for example, you can see where Johann Gramp planted his first vines. However don’t make your Barossa trip a mere pilgrimage to the great labels; take the opportunity to savour the delights of smaller winemakers such as Stonewell Vineyards, Milhinch Wines and Elderton.
Just an hour north of the Barossa is its equally enchanting and famous neighbour – the Clare Valley. The Clare Valley’s Riesling
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Trail – from Auburn to just north of Clare – is must-do for lovers of the white wine in the long-necked bottle. But don’t just go for the wine; it is only part of the tableau of this rich valley. St Vincent Street in Auburn makes a charming and historic starting point for the 25-kilometre walk, bike or drive through this famous valley.
The Clare Valley’s towns – Leasingham, Watervale and Penwortham – all have cellar doors worth a look-see and taste. In the Skilly Hills, lunch at Skillogalee Winery provides an opportunity to taste their world-class wines. At Sevenhill, you can visit the Silesian Jesuit winemakers whose alter wine was the first drop cultivated in the valley. Clare itself has charming pubs that will set your table with frothy ale and fine food.
The Clare and Barossa valleys are for those connoisseurs of life who love its sensual pleasures: the rich aroma of fresh coffee, the subtle nose of fine wines, the explosion on the palette of beautiful flavours and the sheer pleasure of being in a place of beauty. It doesn’t matter whether you opt for a picnic by a riverbank, a comfy pub meal or the gourmet cuisine served up at Thorn Park By The Vines, your experience in the valleys will be unforgettable.
Murdock Wines, Tanunda, Barossa Valley
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Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Tanunda 66-68 Murray Street Ph: 08 8563 0600 Email: [email protected] www.barossa.com
Gawler 2 Lyndoch Road Ph: 08 8522 9260 Email: [email protected] www.gawler.sa.gov.au
Burra 2 Market Square Ph: 08 8892 2154 Email: [email protected] www.visitburra.com
Clare Cnr Main North & Spring Gully Roads Ph: 08 8842 2131 Email: [email protected] www.claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au
Kapunda 51-53 Main Street Ph: 08 8566 2902 Email: [email protected]
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Nuriootpa Road, Angaston SA 5353Ph: 08 8564 [email protected]: Heather AndersonStyle: Coach house, apartment and B&B
Room rates per couple: from $200 to $250Bed & full breakfast (in-house rooms)Bed & full breakfast provisions (Coach House & Apartment)Minimum two nights at weekends preferredMC • VI
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Strathlyn Estate Bed and BreakfastAngaston
Which do you prefer: your own self-contained haven or the pleasure of being pampered in a bed and breakfast? The choice is delectably yours at Strathlyn Estate.
The Coach House is secreted away in the Estate’s gardens at the bottom of an orchard, overlooking a vineyard. Lovers’ privacy is assured in the attic bedroom of this dreamily romantic confection of stone and timber. There is a tranquil lounge and full kitchen, meaning you can hide away here for days in peaceful
seclusion. The Lemon Tree Spa Apartment offers the same facilities but with a more contemporary interior nuance. You’ll love the therapeutic double spa before bed.
Host Heather Anderson also offers two in-house B&B rooms within the main homestead: the Lily and Rose suites each have a spa ensuite and the added bonus of a home-cooked country breakfast each morning. Guests can walk to award-winning restaurants, explore antique stores, seek out gourmet delights and tour the many wineries close by.
Location: 80 km or 11/2 hours northeast of Adelaide. Map 2 RA 65 C7. Facilities: Two in-house suites: queen or double, ensuite (double spa), private entrance. Coach House: upstairs queen bedroom, lounge, kitchenette, bathroom. Apartment: queen bedroom, lounge, kitchenette, ensuite (double spa). All with RC AC. Full breakfast (in-house) and provisions.
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The Louise and its co-located restaurant Appellation offer a superlative Australian regional dining and luxury retreat experience. This is true destination dining, headlined by Appellation, which has bagged multiple gourmand awards for its cuisine and impressive wine list.
Appellation’s relaxed epicurean delights may bring you here but the wonderful transformation of The Louise over recent years will make you stay. It is now a contemporary country lodge that is equal to many of the world’s finest. The 15
luxury suites each present rich, warm interiors that are designed to cosset. Rain showers and spa tubs, private courtyards and sun terraces with vineyard views conspire with comfortable lounges (some with gas fire) to offer sublime privacy.
Also available nearby is The Atrium, a self-contained residence set on 42 acres with vineyard views. It is ideal for a group of up to six with the option of private dining crafted by Appellation’s chefs.
Location: 70 km or 1¼ hours northeast of Adelaide. Map 2. RA 65 C6.Facilities: A range of suites (each with king bed, dual spa tub, double rain shower, LCD TV, private individual gated courtyard and terrace overlooking vineyards). Stonewell and Greenock suites with private outdoor shower, fireplace, second LCD TV in ensuite. Swimming pool, outdoor heated spa, sauna, cocktail lounge and terrace. Continental breakfast (in suite); Appellation open nightly.
Seppeltsfield Road, Marananga SA 5352Ph: 08 8562 [email protected]: Jim and Helen CarrekerStyle: Luxury vineyard retreat
Room rates per couple: from $395 to $1082Bed & continental breakfast (in suite)Appellation open nightly (reservation essential)Disabled facilitiesAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: SLH
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The LouiseMarananga
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Kalimna Road, Nuriootpa SA 5355Ph: 08 8562 3017 Mobile: 0419 857 [email protected]: Anette and Stephen StollStyle: Cosy vineyard cottage
Whole cottage rates per night: from $170 to $250Bed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at weekends
CHQ • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
The name alone speaks of romance – ‘Stephanette’ suggests a soft, beguiling place set peacefully among pretty vineyards alongside a gentle river – and that is exactly what you will find at this secluded Barossa Valley escape.
Here in this quintessential Barossa wine region hideaway, hosts Stephen and Anette (the marriage of their first names being the inspiration for the name) have lovingly restored a 1910 cottage for the enjoyment of one couple at a time. Inside you’ll find an open-plan lounge
(with wood fire), dining and a kitchenette (perfect for preparing an antipasto platter of regional goodies collected in the Valley). There is a separate bedroom with ensuite featuring fine imported linen and original artworks.
But hearts will truly flutter over the surprise waiting beyond the bedroom’s French doors: a marvellous outdoor heated spa overlooking an olive grove and vineyards of shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, savagnin and tannat. Naturally you’ll want to try Stephanette’s own label (generously a complimentary bottle is included) as well as wander the valley in search of other gentle pursuits in art, food and wine.
Location: 72 km or 1¼ hours north of Adelaide. Map 2. RA 65 B6. Facilities: One cottage: one bedroom (king/twin singles), living room (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), dining, kitchenette. Outdoor heated spa, BBQ. Internet. RC AC, under-floor heating. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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This is the compelling tale of a forgotten treasure being found and resurrected into a multi-award-winning charmer. Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage was built in the 1860s by German settlers who helped to found the local wine industry. Then, after a long decline, the current owners set about a restoration, transforming the old bones into a world-class retreat. Its sophisticated luxury reflects minute attention to reviving original details such as hand-forged fittings.
Couples have the place to themselves,
surrounded by vineyards whose product bears the vibrant label Seize The Day. There is crisp white linen in the bedroom – ideal after a session in the heavenly soaking tub, wafted by vine-scented breeze through the French doors. Inside there is a fire-lit lounge, Bose entertainment system and gourmet goodies from this prodigious region.
Guests can enjoy the exclusive privilege of a structured wine tasting by one of the Valley’s most respected boutique vintners, Peter Milhinch. His wines rest in the 150-year-old cellar under Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage.
Location: 68 km or 70 minutes northeast of Adelaide. Map 2. RA 65 C6. Facilities: One cottage: one king bedroom with ensuite (double shower, rain water bath, French doors to verandah). Lounge/dining with fire, kitchenette (Nespresso machine), TV, DVD/VCR, Bose entertainment system and iPod station, wireless broadband. RC AC. Full breakfast and gourmet provisions provided.
Gerald Roberts Road, Seppeltsfield SA 5355Ph: 08 8563 4059 Mobile: 0403 515 775stay@seppeltsfieldvineyardcottage.com.auwww.seppeltsfieldvineyardcottage.com.auHosts: Sharyn Rogers and Peter MilhinchStyle: Exceptional vineyard cottage
Whole cottage rates per night: from $490 to $570Bed & full breakfast provisionsGourmet local produce and BBQ platters availableMinimum two nights AE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA
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1b Murray Street, Tanunda SA 5352Mobile: 0423 019 [email protected] Owner: Nardia MuntStyle: Gourmet lovers’ cottage
Whole cottage rates per night (first couple): from $260to $290 (extra couples $160 per night)Bed & continental breakfast provisions (first two nights)Minimum two nightsDirect Deposit • MC • PayPal • VI
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/barossavista
Barossa VistaTanunda
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Space, style and sensational views are what make Barossa Vista a heritage triumph – and inspire its name. This 1920s cottage has been magicked into a sophisticated haven for up to three couples by a fabulous fusion of cultures and colours.
The owner’s aesthetic vision and vitality reflect her travels across Asia and beyond. The result? A sumptuous blend of Asian and European themes. Every little touch exudes Barossa Vista style: the vineyard views from the spacious rear deck
(perfect for alfresco dining), the bespoke medley of local gourmet goodies left for each guest (including cheeses, jersey milk, jams and more), or the local art delights. Tanunda is an easy saunter for dining, coffee and shopping.
There are three bedrooms (we love the master with its spa ensuite), a very spacious lounge with books, CDs and DVDs and a gourmet kitchen. Thanks to clever design, the space feels cosy and intimate for one couple but at the same time spacious enough for two or three couples sharing (the ample second bathroom is a bonus).
Location: 69 km or 11/2 hours north of Adelaide. Map 2. RA 65 C6. Facilities: One cottage: three bedrooms (one king with spa ensuite, two queen), open-plan lounge (wood fire, flat-screen TV, DVD, iPod dock), dining and full kitchen (espresso machine), bathroom. Deck (BBQ), Internet, laundry, carport. RC AC, ducted cooling. Continental breakfast provisions (first two nights).
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Stonewell Road (PO Box 96), Tanunda SA 5352Mobile: 0417 848 977relax@stonewellcottages.com.auwww.stonewellcottages.com.auHosts: Tina Gobell and Yvonne and John PfeifferStyle: Vineyard waterfront cottages
Whole cottage rates per couple: from $275 to $415(extra guests $95 per night)Bed & full breakfast provisionsGourmet regional platters availableMinimum two nights at weekends
Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/stonewell
Lovers take note: Stonewell Cottages is a couple’s heaven among the vines, designed for hopeless romantics.
The two Haven Spa Retreats each have their own spa room with divine candlelit oval spa baths. Pillow-top beds and a cosy lounge with wood fire complete the picture. The Hideaway is right on the water’s edge with two bedrooms, a spa ensuite and, like all the cottages, has a new kitchen which together with a contemporary lounge offers a modern touch
whilst retaining the charm of a stone cottage. Then there’s Cupid’s – no surprise here that this cottage sets hearts fluttering with its secluded, waterfront setting and vineyard backdrop.
Take a row on the lake, relax with an in-room massage and enjoy a glass of Stonewell wine as you watch the sunset. Barossa’s best is right on your doorstep with nearby cellar doors, gourmet stores and restaurants. Whichever cottage you choose, the vineyards and the beautiful lake with resident ducks make for a truly idyllic setting. Even small, intimate weddings can be accommodated. There could hardly be a more beautiful way to start life together or celebrate a milestone.
Location: 80 km or 11/2 hours northeast of Adelaide. Map 2. RA 65 C6. Facilities: Three one- and two-bedroom cottages: each with king or queen bedroom, lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), ensuite (double spa), kitchen, private alfresco dining area, RC AC. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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Krondorf Road, Tanunda SA 5352Ph: 08 8563 3606virginia@charlesmeltonwines.com.auwww.charlesmeltonwines.com.auHosts: Virginia and Charles MeltonStyle: Historic, luxury church retreat
Whole church rates per night: $540 (up to four guests) • Minimum two nightsBed & full breakfast provisionsDinner provisions by prior arrangementCellar Door open for tastings and light lunch seven daysAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
The Zum Kripplein Christi Lutheran Church was the centre of village life from 1864 to the 1950s. Over those long years it nurtured the souls of local worshipers as they, in turn, nurtured their vines, creating one of the new world’s leading wine regions.
Those pious vintners would be astounded at the conversion of their old kirche into one of the region’s most luxurious vineyard escapes. Set within the grounds of Charles Melton Wines (famed for championing heritage vineyards
and creating iconic reds), The Kirche has been magnificently reinterpreted while keeping faith with its original architectural integrity.
The heart of The Kirche is the majestic lounge, the repose of leather lounges, a wood fire, the entertainment system and a dining table perfect for long, lazy dinners. There are two bedrooms (one in the divinely inspired attic) and a stunning bathroom with a soaking tub and vineyard views. The vestry has been transformed into a gourmet kitchen. The Kirche provides the holy trinity for gourmet lovers: fine wine, luxury surrounds and a heavenly setting.
Location: 69 km or 11/2 hours north of Adelaide. Map 2. RA 65 C6.Facilities: One church: two bedrooms, one with queen and mezzanine with king/twin singles. Lounge/dining (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen, bathroom (soaking tub), laundry. BBQ. RC AC. Full breakfast provisions provided. Dinner provisions by prior arrangement.
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St Georges Terrace (PO Box 773), Armagh via Clare SA 5453Ph: 08 8842 3557 Mobile: 0418 848 [email protected]: Stephen and Caroline GillStyle: Gourmet lovers’ farm escape
Room rates per couple: from $160 to $180(extra guests $70 per night)Bed & full breakfastMinimum two nights at weekends preferredDogs welcome by prior arrangementAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Patly Hill Farm is the proverbial overflowing basket of plenty, a cornucopia of gourmet delights and the fruits of its orchards, nurtured under the watchful eyes of its farmer-hosts, Stephen and Caroline Gill. Lovingly tended olive groves, fruit trees and vegetable gardens produce extra-virgin olive oils, table olives, preserves and delicious gastronomic goodies, which are sold through their farm shop and gallery and selected outlets in the Clare Valley and a variety of locales beyond.
This is one pretty farm gate that invites more than just a passing visit – guests settle in, relax and absorb the Tuscan charm of this stunning pocket of South Australia. There are four guest rooms, each stylishly decorated in a blend of Australian country flair with luxurious accents including Persian carpets and iPod docks.
The wonderful central lounge is perfect for small groups of up to 12 to gather and spend time together, perhaps sampling a platter of local treats or planning where to explore next in the Clare region. If you love the ‘slow food’ philosophy of meeting the farmer who grows their bounty, a stay on this hill will be a true delight.
Location: 137 km or two hours north of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 68 E7. Facilities: Four rooms, each with king/twin single or queen and ensuite (accommodating up to 12), RC AC. Lounge/dining, heating, TV/DVD, Internet. BBQ. Farm produce shop and gallery. Full breakfast served.
Patly Hill FarmArmagh (near Clare)
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20 Main North Road, Auburn SA 5451Ph: 08 8849 2030 Mobile: 0412 857 [email protected]: Marjorie MoncrieffStyle: Historic foodies hideawayRoom rates per couple: from $150 to $200
Bed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nights at weekendsCafe open seven days 9.30am–3.30pmSuitable for children • Pets by arrangementDirect Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
The historic town of Auburn exemplifies the romance of the Clare Valley wine region and its former general store has now appropriately transformed into a foodies’ haven called Cygnets. Owner Marjorie Moncrieff has conjured up a recipe for food lovers that melds 1800s charm, delicious food and delightful country cottage accommodation.
Guests can choose from four suites (one in the cottage has its own lounge) and the cosy stables suites have spas; each has a wood fire and a quiet
spot in the courtyard garden behind Cygnets’ evocative cafe space. Breakfast is a delicious ritual: head to the cafe and indulge in Marjorie’s continental buffet followed by a cooked course and brilliant coffee. But leave some room for lunch and a wine tasting before mounting a bike to roam the country lanes of the Clare.
The highlight of any weekend stay at Cygnets is the Saturday night ‘La Masseria’ long table dinner hosted by local foodie, Calabrian Nick Agostino. Start with a glass of Nick’s own wine, followed by a food journey through Nick’s Italian heritage cooking using local produce – much grown by Nick himself.
Location: 110 km or 11/2 hours north of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 68 E7. Facilities: Four suites, each with queen bed, bathroom (two with spa), wood fire (one suite in cottage with separate lounge). Cafe restaurant open Sat. for ‘La Masseria’ long table dinner or by prior arrangement. Full breakfast served.
Cygnets at Auburn Bed and BreakfastAuburn (near Clare)
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Quarry Road (PO Box 63), Sevenhill SA 5453Ph: 08 8843 [email protected]: David Hay and Michael SpeersStyle: Gourmet vineyard escape
Room rates per couple: from $390 to $450Single rates availableBed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nights
Disabled facilitiesAE • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
When hosts David Hay and Michael Speers sold their historic Thorn Park Country House in the Clare Valley previous guests were crestfallen. They intended to travel Europe and not look back – but thankfully they did. Their new incarnation nearby has all their hallmark touches wrapped in a bold new architect-designed guise.
Their dinner parties are back, too, with a relaxed formality in keeping with the Australian vernacular style of the building. There are just two spacious guest rooms (each with its own
ensuite). Some favourite antiques and artworks were retained, gorgeously counterpointing the new Thorn Park’s very contemporary feel.
The location is idyllic. Thorn Park By The Vines is surrounded by vineyards and tall gum trees and overlooks a small lake. Pursuits are gentle and restorative: indulge in a cooking class in the purpose-designed gourmet kitchen, take a book and wander to a quiet spot by the lake, or put your feet up in the lounge or fireside in the library. And at the end of the day relax on the balcony with a glass of wine as the sun sets over the vines – the perfect prelude to a wonderful dinner with friends.
Location: 126 km or two hours north of Adelaide. Map 4. RA 71 G10. Facilities: Two guest rooms: one king and one queen, each with ensuite, Internet, RC AC, fan and under-floor heating. Lounge, dining and library. Decks. Full breakfast served. Cooking classes available.
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Yorke Peninsula, Flinders Ranges and the Outback
Pristine beachfront, Yorke Peninsula
The very shape of the Yorke Peninsula hints at the myriad experiences it offers: ocean on two sides bisected by fields of gently swaying grain. Every road finally ends at a superb coastline dotted with walks, beaches and fabulous fishing spots. The local Aboriginal Narungga people have known the region’s riches for thousands of years but Europeans first arrived here seeking copper in 1859. Only now are travellers beginning to treasure its real experiential gold.
Some of the best shellfish and table fish in the world are caught here from boat, jetty or shore, including blue swimmer crabs, southern salmon and the southern rock lobster. Catch your own or seek out one of the many casual eateries where seafood is served.
The miles of rugged coastline offer other bonuses: superb surfing, diving and snorkelling are never far away. But if you like land-based activities, there are art galleries and bushwalks all over the region. It all makes the Yorke Peninsula a tranquil yet spectacular landscape for holidaymakers seeking a full range of diversions.
An inland contrast is provided by the southern Flinders Ranges, with its extraordinary landscapes and places to view its exotic wildlife. Mount Remarkable lives up to its name – its Hidden Gorge is splendid – and the region is dotted with historic towns such as Booleroo Centre, Melrose and Orroroo. Each has traditional country pubs and outdoor activities including riding the Pichi Richi
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Railway at Quorn. There are gorges of outstanding beauty (Telowie is exceptional) and the famed Heysen Trail weaves through here from its southern origins.
Make sure you stop at Wadlata Outback Centre at Port Augusta, where you can learn about the Aboriginal Dreamtime. The beautiful Arid Lands Botanic Garden offers interpretive displays and walks that will teach you about this precious environment before you head north.
The gateway to the central Flinders Ranges is through Hawker, where you should make time to see the nearby Yourambulla Caves. As you venture on from Hawker, the Flinders Ranges unfolds magnificent desert landscapes along the road leading to Wilpena Pound. Perhaps
the best view of the Pound is from the rim, where the craggy ramparts of this volcanic reserve catch the changing light of day to great effect.
Some of the best views are from Rawnsley Bluff and Rawnsley Park Station. This family-owned eco-tourism pioneer makes an ideal base to explore Wilpena and the ranges (where luxury eco retreats are the place to stay).
From Rawnsley Park, an air tour of Wilpena is essential viewing. Then walk into the Pound after a visit to the information centre where they will brief you about the best walks and what wildlife to expect. St Mary’s Peak, Malloga Falls and Hills Homestead are all worth exploring.
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For stunning scenery try the Moralana Scenic Drive, while the 20-kilometre Brachina Gorge Geological Trail offers an insight into 130 million years of earth history. The road from Wilpena to Blinman passes the Great Wall of China. At Blinman, branch out to the Blinman Pools and Parachilna Gorge for some inspirational walks. From Blinman, head to
Leigh Creek via Parachilna or across to the Gammon Ranges National Park, which offers bushwalks ranging from easy to challenging.
Further north is Coober Pedy, the outback opal-mining town that provides one of Australia’s most inimitable tourism experiences. You can stay in an underground apartment, shop for opals from reputable galleries and even dine in a cave. Above ground, explore the mining operations and take the time to talk with the locals – they’ll have tall stories of the latest opal seams and big strikes to share with you. From Coober Pedy, you are on your way to Alice Springs, through some of Australia’s most awe-inspiring scenery.
Whichever route you take, this huge area of South Australia will leave an effect – whether it be the extraordinary landscapes or the colourful characters that you will meet along the way, say, propping up the bar in some small outback town.
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Hot air ballooning, Rawnsley Bluff near Rawnsley Park Station (page 100)
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Hawker Cnr Cradock & Wilpena Roads Ph: 08 8648 4022 Email: [email protected] www.hawkervic.info
PortAugusta 41 Flinders Terrace Ph: 08 8641 9194 Email: [email protected] www.wadlata.sa.gov.au
Port Pirie 3 Mary Elie Street Ph: 08 8633 8700 Email: [email protected] www.piriehasitall.com.au
Quorn 3 Seventh Street Ph: 08 8648 6419 Email: [email protected] www.flindersranges.com
Wilpena Wilpena Road Ph: 08 8648 0048 Email: [email protected] www.wilpenapound.com.au
Coober Pedy Lot 773 Hutchison Street Ph: 08 8672 4617 Email: [email protected] www.opalcapitaloftheworld.com.au
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Emaroo Port Hughes is surely one of the best-appointed holiday homes we have seen. Every detail has been attentively considered, leaving guests free to get on with the job of having a fabulous holiday.
This is actually two apartments – each fully self-contained in its own right – but easily united to make one grand beach house for a larger group. Each has two or three bedrooms, its own lounge, dining and kitchen, and all the mod cons you expect during a first-class stay.
But the real delight here is the carefully planned provision of every item you could want in a beach house: a communal games room with Wii, a billiards table, a set of fishing rods, bikes and helmets and much more. The owners have even thought of fish cleaning facilities and placed two BBQs in a covered entertaining area. All these goodies are included in the rate and optional extras can be added such as a private chef, fishing charters, boat hire and more.
Location: 168 km or 2½ hours northwest of Adelaide. Map 3. RA 68 E5. Facilities: Two apartments or one house: one with three bedrooms (queen and two twin singles), one with two bedrooms (queen). Both apartments with lounge (plasma TV, DVD, CD, libraries), dining, full kitchen and bathroom. Games room (TV, Wii, billiards table, table tennis, darts, bikes, fishing rods), outdoor covered dining (BBQs), fish cleaning facilities, garage (accommodates boat), laundry. Self-catering.
8 Randolph Street, Port Hughes SA 5558Mobile: 0418 862 260 Ph: 08 8595 [email protected]: Cathy and Rick EdmondsStyle: Resort-style beachside stay
One apartment rates per couple: from $200 to $250Both apartment rates per night: from $400 to $500 (up to four guests, extra guests $25 per night)Accommodation only • Chef by prior arrangement Minimum two nights Suitable for children • Pets by arrangement CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
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South Coast Road, Point Yorke SA 5575Mobile: 0417 829 [email protected]: Michele Bain and Nick CuretonStyle: Clifftop ocean-view beach house
Whole house rates per couple: from $220 to $350(extra guests $20 to 25 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum three nightsDogs welcome CHQ • Direct Deposit • PayPal
Picture this: an architect-designed home set on 300 oceanfront acres, with private sandy beaches, dramatic clifftop walks, views to Kangaroo Island and a front-row seat to nature’s dramatic weather show. If this sounds like the lifestyle of the rich and famous, we have a surprise out yonder just for you: Yondah Beach House.
The name whispers of a place far from the madding crowd – the wild blue Yondah – and that was enough for us to visit this precious spot. What a delight. You have the whole
three-bedroom beach house to yourself with a sensational lounge (with wood fire) and dining with panoramic ocean and coastline views. The kitchen even has an espresso machine – so urban escapees won’t miss their morning ritual.
Picnic on a golden beach, fossick treasures along the coastline, snorkel the underwater vista or just sit back with a long cool drink as the sun sets. Later, cosy up to the fire with a great book as a storm approaches. Time and city cares will melt away as you watch kangaroos come and go, count wild orchids and watch the sea eagles soar. It’s great out Yondah.
Location: 280 km or 3½ hours west of Adelaide. Map 3. RA 68 H4. Facilities: One beach house: three bedrooms (two queen and one twin singles), open-plan lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD, RC AC), full kitchen (espresso machine), dining. Bathroom (bath), laundry, Internet, outside hot shower. Oil heaters, fans. Self-catering.
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Forest Road, Wirrabara SA 5481Ph: 08 8668 4343 Mobile: 0428 827 [email protected]: Paul and Denise KretschmerStyle: Family-friendly farm stay
Whole cottage rates per couple: $120(extra guests $30 per night)Weekly rates available • Accommodation only Full breakfast and dinner provisions availableSuitable for children • Pets by arrangement
CHQ • Direct Deposit Member: BBFAA
In this pocket of rolling hills next to the Wirrabara State Forest a handful of families have farmed for more than 100 years. Paul and Denise Kretschmer purchased their farm and set about biodynamically restoring its productivity. It is now a certified ‘Demeter’ farm that has become a veritable cornucopia of peaches, plums, apricots, nectarines, quince, apples and persimmons. The delectable result is a rich range of jams, dried fruits and other delicacies.
Of course, the farm comes with a cast of extras including chickens (which means fresh eggs for breakfast), romping friendly farm dogs and the country hospitality of Denise, Paul and their family. This is a working farm and guests can chat about farming and get a feel for life on the land.
There are two cottages here; both are very family-friendly and toasty warm with wood fires in winter. Each overlooks the farm and the Wirrabara Forest (a big attraction in itself for walks and cycling) and the pace here is safe and relaxed. At night the sky is burnished with constellations and the days are filled with fresh air and sunshine.
Location: 238 km or three hours north of Adelaide. Map 6. RA 71 E9. Facilities: Two cottages, each with two bedrooms (queen, double, bunk), lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD with library), dining and full kitchen. Deck (BBQ), laundry. Fan, evaporative cooler. Self-catering, breakfast and dinner provisions available.
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Wilpena Road, Via Hawker SA 5434Ph: 08 8648 [email protected]: Tony and Julie SmithStyle: Luxury outback eco villas
Whole eco villa rates per couple: from $350 to $490(extra guests $50 per night)Bed & continental breakfast provisionsLunch and dinner available dailySuitable for children • Disabled facilities (with carer)
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Why settle for a five-star experience when you can experience a truly five-million star experience in the heart of the Flinders Ranges? And we aren’t joking: watching the stars at night from your private eco villa at Rawnsley Park will be an unforgettable experience; you can even fall asleep under the stars thanks to the retractable canopy ceiling above your bed. We love it!
This is the outback done with architectural style and gives true meaning to eco-luxe pampering. Go for a swim, then as the sun
sets and sends the ramparts of Wilpena Pound ablaze, settle on your veranda and enjoy a glass of wine before dinner in the restaurant. Then, it’s just a short stroll back to your villa – relax in the plush lounge, enjoy the entertainment system and perhaps have a long soak in the tub.
But you are not just here for the indulgence – this is the Flinders Ranges, the country people fly around the world to see. Take to the air (from the Stations’ own strip) and see breathtaking Wilpena Pound from above. Enjoy a 4WD tour into the countryside. But above all, revel in the silence and space that is quintessentially outback.
Location: 400 km or 51/4 hours north of Adelaide. Map 6. RA 71 C10. Facilities: One- and two-bedroom Eco Villas each with retractable canopy ceiling over king bed, bathroom, open-plan lounge/dining (TV, DVD, CD), kitchen, RC AC. Laundry. BBQ. Restaurant. 4WD, air tours. Pool, general store. Breakfast provisions provided.
Rawnsley Park Station Eco VillasWilpena Pound (Flinders Ranges)
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Lot 1795 Wedgetail Crescent, Coober Pedy SA 5723Ph: 08 8672 [email protected]: Rosaleigh and Alex MorganStyle: Amazing underground apartment
Whole underground apartment rates per couple: $150(extra guests $25 per night; maximum five guests)Bed & continental breakfast provisionsSuitable for childrenDirect Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Coober Pedy is unique: a subterranean bush town of fortune hunters and underground dwellers that is easily reached by an all-tar road. This is the place where riches are made (and lost) digging for the elusive beauty of opals.
The name Coober Pedy (‘kupa piti’ in the local Aboriginal language) means ‘white man’s hole in the ground’, which aptly describes the many homes that have been carved from solid sandstone beneath the earth. That is Coober Pedy’s magic… so any visit here must include a
stay underground. We’ve looked at many dug-out accommodations but Down to Erth is the pick of our list.
Like Coober Pedy, Down To Erth is one of a kind. It comprises just one solar-powered apartment, which is bright, fresh and capped with tall ceilings. There is a welcome plunge pool, BBQ and starry outdoor seating. But the real magic here is the hosts. They live separately but are on hand to give you the inside information on this incredible place: what to see and do, and where to dine (there are a number of options). You won’t forget this experience but to make sure you actually have it – book well in advance.
Location: 843 km or 10 hours north of Adelaide by car. Flights from Adelaide and Alice Springs. Map Legend (see page 230). RA 72 G4. Facilities: One apartment: two bedrooms, lounge (TV, DVD, CD and libraries), bathroom (laundry), kitchenette. Plunge pool, BBQ. Fans. Continental breakfast provisions provided.
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Eyre Peninsula
Swimming with the sealions, Port Lincoln
The Eyre Peninsula is among the last great Australian travel secrets awaiting full discovery. Its riches are so diverse that you will need to plan for a trip that takes in both seaside and outback landscapes.
The place to start is Port Lincoln. It’s a grand road trip from Adelaide, perhaps taking a shortcut via the ferry at Walleroo. Alternatively you can fly from Adelaide and then hire a car if you wish. When you arrive you will discover one of Australia’s most interesting and picturesque seaside towns.
Port Lincoln’s main street is fringed with Norfolk Pines and overlooks the pristine waters of Boston Bay, which is three times the size of Sydney Harbour. Oysters and tuna are core
local industries, which is why the seafood is so sensational; Port Lincoln is justly known as Australia’s seafood capital. These highly innovative sea farming industries are sating appetites around the world; the Japanese love the farmed Blue Fin Tuna and plump Coffin Bay Oysters. You can tour these famous fish farming operations and see it all for yourself.
The Annual Tunarama Festival is held in January each year and offers activities, attractions and free entertainment for all ages. Most visitors to Port Lincoln take a boat trip to see the marine parks, learn about sustainable fishing and enjoy a lunch on the water.
But seafood is just the start of the region’s attractions. You should call by the Axel
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Cruising the Eyre Dive with sharks
Stenross Maritime Museum, sample the blends at Boston Bay Wines, and visit Christine’s Doll Gallery (with its collection of more than 600 antique and modern dolls). And the Constantina Designer Craftsman gallery features collections by local artisans who create beautiful handcrafted furniture. You can see finished pieces and tour the workshop.
Nearby, the now-famous Coffin Bay has more than oysters to offer (although you’ll certainly want to try them). You can dine, golf and fish as well as enjoy a cold beer at the Coffin Bay Yacht Club. The National Park is a rugged wilderness with excellent 4WD tracks to explore. Travel further up this spectacular coast to discover secluded beaches and magnificent scenery that will have you reaching for your camera.
Tumby Bay is for dreamers in love or those in search of a truly peaceful family holiday. Stroll hand in hand along its pristine white beach with the rising or setting of the sun. It’s close to Port Lincoln but without any trace of the fishing capital’s hectic pace. Tumby is pure hideaway.
But peace and quiet isn’t for everyone. How about getting up close and personal with the sharks or swimming with the tuna? Tours run daily in the region and your accommodation hosts can organise bookings.
There is another side to the Eyre Peninsula, the outback hills and valleys of the impressive Gawler Ranges. The Gawler Ranges National Park protects ancient rock formations that formed as a result of volcanic eruptions about
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1.6 billion years ago. The exposed volcanic rhyolite, known as organ pipes, creates a spectacular vista. Dramatic hills and gullies washed by seasonal rainfalls make for a marvellous landscape.
The park is home to 976 species of flora and 162 known fauna species. Seasonal wildflowers are a major attraction for visitors. Numerous fauna species are of conservation significance
including the Major Mitchell Cockatoo, Scarlet-breasted Parrot and mammals such as the Hairy-nosed Wombat and the Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby. The National Park also has important historical sites including Old Paney Homestead, Policemans Point precinct, Stone Dam, and Pondanna Outstation. They tell the grimly fascinating story of attempted pastoral activities in the area.
Because the Park has no marked walking trials and little water, the best way to experience its extraordinary beauty is with a guide. Gawler Ranges Safaris offers a luxury tented camp as a base for private tours through the park. From the Gawler Ranges, self-drivers can head off to cross the vast Nullarbor Plain via Ceduna, the last seaside town before the border with Western Australia.
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The Organ Pipes, Gawler Ranges National Park
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Port Lincoln 3 Adelaide Place Ph: 08 8683 3544 Email: [email protected] www.visitportlincoln.net
Whyalla Lincoln Highway Ph: 08 8645 7900 Email: [email protected] www.whyalla.com
Ceduna 58 Poynton Street Ph: 08 8625 2780 Email: [email protected] www.cedunatourism.com.au
Elliston 6 Memorial Drive Ph: 08 8687 9200 Email: [email protected] www.elliston.com.au
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24 Lincoln Highway, Port Lincoln SA 5606Ph: 08 8682 1010 Mobile: 0428 824 [email protected]: Tracy and Reece HockadayStyle: Waterfront beach house and apartments
Whole house rates per night: from $145 to $180(up to four guests, extra guests $20 per night)Whole apartment rates per night: $110 to $140Long-stay rates available • Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights • Suitable for childrenAE • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
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At Bay 10 Holiday House and Apartments the only thing between you and the waters of Boston Bay is green lawn. From your front-row view of Port Lincoln you can walk up the beach to breakfast, play with the kids on Holiday House’s plentiful turf and fish right off the beach for silver whiting.
There are two great options here. Bay 10 Holiday House is an airy two-bedroom home with bay views and comfortably contemporary interiors (the master bedroom laps up the water
vista). A gourmet kitchen big enough to cook for a tribe is here, although with Port Lincoln’s restaurants so close, dining out is too easy. But our preference was soaking up the huge bay views as the deckside barbecue broiled the fish. Yum!
The Bay 10 Apartments rise behind the beach house and share a simple, elegant coastal style (some with bay views). The studios have a kitchenette and the two-bedroom apartments have a full kitchen. All enjoy Bay 10’s enviable location so close to town. Bay 10 comes into its own for groups of up to 18 who can take the whole property, making it an ideal choice for a wedding, family reunion or corporate group.
Location: 646 km or eight hours west of Adelaide. Map 3. RA 70 J6. Facilities: One house: two bedrooms (queen, twin single), lounge (TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen/dining, laundry. Studio and two-bedroom apartments (lounge, kitchen or kitchenette). RC AC, BBQ, Internet. Self-catering.
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7 Jordan Court, Port Lincoln SA 5606Ph: 08 8682 [email protected]/jordanHosts: Suzi McKay and Ian MainStyle: Indescribably decadent mansion
Whole suite rates per couple: from $450 to $750Full breakfast provisionsDinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nightsAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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Welcome to South Australia’s most deliciously sumptuous hideaway – and its newest. Yet Jordan On Boston is about more than a blend of high style overlaid on a palatial ‘Monaco-meets-Dallas’ mansion. It is also a food adventure guided by multi-hat and star chef Suzi McKay and her ebullient partner Ian Main.
Jordan was built by a tuna fisherman (who wanted the biggest) and remodelled by the hosts (who wanted the best) and it now offers three luxurious suites overlooking Boston Bay.
All have private lounge, bedroom and opulent spa bathrooms – little worlds with stunning views in a hilltop universe that offers several lounges (including the Gatsby piano bar). There is an indoor pool, magical gardens and the place is festooned with passionately collected antiques and arts.
Then there is the food, which ranges from intimate platters for two to degustation dinners for groups, with matched wines from the cellar. The star attractions are the local fruits of the sea, paddock and orchard, orchestrated with unpretentious indulgence in mind. This is luxury as therapy: are you ready to be healed?
Location: 646 km or eight hours west of Adelaide. Map 3. RA 70 J6. Facilities: Three suites, each with bedroom, lounge and bathroom (one also with boardroom). Lounges, private and group dining, piano bar, indoor heated pool, tennis court. Full breakfast provisions provided. Dinner by prior arrangement.
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Pope Drive, Charlton Gully SA 5607Ph: 08 8684 [email protected]: Jill and Michael CoatesStyle: Secluded luxury eco lodges
Whole eco lodge rates per couple: from $290 to $320(extra guests $50 per night)Bed & full breakfast provisionsCatering packages available by prior arrangementMinimum two nightsDirect Deposit • MC • VI
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Tanonga means ‘sweet water’ in the local Aboriginal language, a simple testament to the value of this land’s permanent springs and billabong. Owners Jill and Michael Coates see themselves as custodians and have spent years rehabilitating and replanting. The land has responded to their healing and rejuvenation is everywhere.
With Eden being restored, Michael and Jill wanted to open their place to others who share their passion for nature. They have done so in characteristic style, creating an architecture that
embraces and celebrates the area’s innate beauty. There are just two lodges here, set far apart: one in a secret valley, the other atop a ridge with breathtaking views to the sea. Each location beguiles with its own mesmerising charm.
The structures use a passive solar design and are entirely solar powered. But there is no compromising luxury: soaring glass walls, natural stone, a wood fire and deep leather sofas make for a cosseting and inspirational environment. Walk the many trails, soak in the Japanese bath and meditate over the outlooks from every direction. You’ll soon be in comfortable harmony with nature.
Location: 646 km or eight hours west of Adelaide. Map 3. RA 70 H5. Facilities: Two eco lodges: one bedroom (king), lounge/dining (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen, bathroom (Japanese-style bath). BBQ, laundry facilities. Fans, AC. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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1 Elfrieda Drive, Port Lincoln SA 5606Ph: 08 8683 0328 Mobile: 0429 830 328info@accommodationinportlincoln.com.auwww.accommodationinportlincoln.com.auOwners: Sandy Harder and Craig McCathieStyle: Beach shack with style
Whole house rates per couple: from $145 to $200(extra guests $22.50 per night; maximum six)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsSuitable for children • Pets welcomeAE • DC • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
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It’s often the way. Farmers in the hinterland snap up the absolute beachfront shacks and use them once a year and the rest of us reckon we’d be there every weekend – if only it was ours. Well, thanks to one enterprising couple, your chance at beachside bliss is ready and waiting.
Owners Sandy and Craig have taken what was once a humble shack and turned it into a humble shack – with oodles of style. Groovy artworks (some by Sandy), comfy contemporary furniture and beachy bed linen create a funky,
uncomplicated backdrop. The hero here is the position at Tumby Bay – what must be the most idyllic little seaside town in Australia – with a beach that stretches for miles, a pier to fish off and a couple of pubs offering good fare.
And the best bit? Mum and Dad can sit in the lounge/dining and look out at the kids and pooch playing on the front lawn or the beach – it is that close. The pelicans come to the door if they hear fish are on offer and the sound of the waves lapping on the shore will lull you to sleep. Uncomplicated, fun and really affordable, this is your beach house holiday dream, close to Port Lincoln but miles and miles from the fast-paced life.
Location: 600 km or 71/2 hours west of Adelaide. Map 3. RA 70 H6. Facilities: One beach house: three bedrooms (queen, queen and single, and single), lounge/dining (TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen, bathroom. BBQ, laundry. Self-catering.
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Gawler Ranges, near Wudinna, SA 5652Ph: 08 8680 [email protected]: Geoff ScholzStyle: Wilderness safari camp and touring
All-inclusive rates per guest: $490Rate includes all meals and toursMinimum two nights • Four day, three night all-inclusive tour per person: $1,960
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If you want to touch the very spirit of this ancient land, Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris will take you there. It is the realised dream of Geoff Scholz, a naturalist whose passion for combining tailored outback adventures with luxury camping expeditions has defined a new Australian style.
The result? Kangaluna Camp, a boutique tented camp that caters for up to 12 guests in a resonantly Australian setting. Behind your tent flaps are a superbly comfy bed and a private
ensuite. But the riches on Kangaluna’s doorstep are the spectacular Gawler Ranges, formed 1,500 million years ago and carved through with fantastic rock formations, salt lakes and deep gorges that teem with flora and fauna.
Kangaluna’s magic is to mix comfort with a non-touristy offering. Under a blue sky that blazes into a starry, starry night, we learnt of a country created by millions years of dreaming from guides who are passionate about sharing the secrets of the bush. But you won’t be roughing it as you tour by private 4WD through this incredible landscape, stopping for cool sunset drinks and scrumptious meals. This is an exotic, unforgettable journey.
Location: 560 km or seven hours northwest of Adelaide. Map 3. RA 70 E5. Facilities: Wilderness Camp: three luxury tents each with queen and two singles and ensuite. Central lodge within dining. Air-conditioned 4WD touring. Rate includes all meals and tours.
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Great Southern Touring Route:Melbourne to South Australia
The Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road
Why are we including the Great Southern Touring Route from Melbourne in this guide? Simply because so many travellers travel across from the eastern states and there is no better way to reach South Australia (or farewell it) than via the Great Ocean Road and the Coastal Explorer’s Way. These are two of the world’s great road trips, passing through stunning landscapes and pretty towns.
Your journey begins once you slip off the freeway past Geelong and head down to the Bellarine Peninsula. Queenscliff, a small town with truly grand Victorian hotels, has long been a favourite holiday destination. There are few more charming seaside historic towns to wander in search of fabulous cafes and curios.
The next stops as you head west are a string of gorgeous seaside towns: Torquay (near the iconic surf beach of Bells), Anglesea, Aireys Inlet and then Lorne. Tourists have been making their way to Lorne in search of beachside bliss for than a century but in recent years it has blossomed into a sophisticated haven from city cares. Allow a few days to roam the boutiques and galleries, play a round of golf, visit the Otway National Park and sample the gourmet eating options.
We love the next big town, Apollo Bay, for itself and its surrounds. Live music tinkles from its funky bars and the seafront pubs are very Aussie. There is a sublime 11-kilometre drive out to Marriners Falls, where huge tree ferns and waterfalls have formed a grand
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Yarra River footbridge, Melbourne Moyne River, Port Fairy
natural water garden. In April each year, there is the Apollo Bay music festival. And unspoilt Johanna Beach, just past Apollo Bay, is ideal for some beachcombing after a day spent exploring Cape Otway and its lighthouse.
Further west are the towns of Port Campbell, Princetown and Camperdown. This route will take you past the huge stone plinths of the Twelve Apostles, which are the result of 20 million years of natural sculpting by the eternal sea. This is great country to see from the air, which is easily done by chartering a local plane or helicopter.
Then it is time to head for one of our favourite coastal towns in Australia, Port Fairy. This place has seaside charm with bells on. The
annual Port Fairy Folk Festival in March draws musicians and fans from around the world. And the town brims with cafes, galleries and shops.
From here you face a difficult choice. You can head north up into the Goldfields country of central Victoria via the Grampians National Park and then on to South Australia through Hamilton and Naracoorte. Or you could make a run for the border along the coastline via Portland (check out the seals and huge rays feeding on fishermen’s throw-aways at the town boat ramp), Nelson and Mount Gambier.
The Goldfields were central to Victoria’s colonial expansion from the 1850s and many of the region’s towns have retained their
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The Great Ocean RoadMelbourne
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impressive architectural legacies. The northern route will also take you to the strangely beautiful geographical formations of the Grampians, one of Australia’s most precious wilderness experiences. This land is rich in Aboriginal lore and history and resplendent with wildflowers.
By crossing into South Australia via Penola and Naracoorte, you enter what is sacred
ground for red wine aficionados worldwide: the Coonawarra wine region. A stay in either town is well worthwhile given the range of activities from cellar door tastings to exploring caves littered with the bones of prehistoric creatures. From here you can cut across to the Fleurieu Peninsula or head up to the mighty Murray River.
The coastal route via inland Mount Gambier (and its stunning blue lake) takes you to some of South Australia’s greatest treasures: the seaside towns of Beachport, Robe and Kingston and the fragile ecosystem of the Coorong National Park. From here, you can head on to Port Elliot, Victor Harbor and must-see Kangaroo Island.
Serious travellers plan to do the round-trip from Victoria, travelling inland one way and by the coastal route the other way. Either way you are in for one of the world’s great road trips.
Queenscliff Pier, built in 1884
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Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Apollo Bay 100 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay. Ph: 03 5237 6529 Email: [email protected] www.visitapollobay.com
Lorne 15 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne. Ph: 03 5289 1152 Email: [email protected] www.visitsurfcoast.com
Port Fairy Railway Place, Bank Street, Port Fairy. Ph: 03 5568 2682 Email: [email protected] www.visitportfairy.com.au
Halls Gap Centenary Hall, Grampians Road, Halls Gap. Ph: 03 5356 4616 Email: [email protected] www.grampianstravel.com
Ballarat Cnr Eureka and Rodier Streets, Ballarat. Ph: 03 5320 5741 Email: [email protected] www.visitballarat.com.au
Bendigo 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo. Ph: 03 5434 6060 Email: [email protected] www.bendigotourism.com
Castlemaine Market Building, 44 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine. Ph: 03 5470 6200 Email: [email protected] www.maldoncastlemaine.com
Maldon 93 High Street Road, Maldon. Ph: 03 5475 2569 Email: [email protected] www.maldoncastlemaine.com
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Great Southern Touring Route: Melbourne
Waratah Brighton Boutique Bed & BreakfastMelbourne (Brighton)
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/waratahbrighton
70 Roslyn Street, Brighton Vic. 3186Ph: 03 9592 0501 Mobile: 0419 596 [email protected] www.waratahbrighton.com.au Hosts: Brigitte and Harry OrthStyle: Bayside bed and breakfast
Room rates per couple: from $185 to $275(extra guests $65 per night)Bed & full breakfastDirect Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA
Dating from 1880, Waratah Brighton is a haven of European sophistication in one of Melbourne’s most stylish beachside enclaves. Hosts Brigitte and Harry Orth have created a hideaway that is notable for its richly furnished haute bohemian interior style – it is easy to see Brigitte’s influence as a professional colour futurist.
There are several room choices at Waratah catering for single business travellers and holidaymakers alike. In particular, we love the apartment that offers two bedrooms, ensuite and
sitting area tucked away in the garden with pool views. By arrangement guests can also enjoy an in-house massage, a therapeutic hydrotherapy spa in the landscaped gardens and cheese or antipasto gourmet platters.
Whether you stay for business or leisure, you will be treated to a complete four-course European-style breakfast impeccably presented: a scrumptious and memorable start to the day.
Location: 13 km or 20 minutes southeast of Melbourne CBD. Map page 215. Melway 76 G1.Facilities: In-house: one queen ensuite room (RC AC, ducted heating, private courtyard); apartment-style two queen rooms (RC AC) with bathroom (separate toilet); double ensuite room. Each with LCD TV, DVD, CD, in-room safe, WiFi, iPod docking station. Guest lounge (gas log fire), informal lounge (open fire, Foxtel TV), extensive library, butler’s pantry with mini-bar. Swimming pool, spa. Full breakfast served. Licensed.
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Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
405 Melaluka Road (PO Box 264), Leopold Vic. 3224Ph: 03 5250 1350 Mobile: 0409 002 [email protected]/toorangHosts: Heather and Ian BoydStyle: Secluded lakeside getaway
Coach House rates per couple: from $175 to $210(extra couple per night: from $130 to $155)Studio rates per couple: from $150 to $175Bed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at weekends preferredSuitable for children • Pets by arrangementMC • VI
Toorang Lakeside RetreatLeopold (near Geelong and Queenscliff)
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Even those who know the Bellarine Peninsula well will find the beautiful location of Toorang Lakeside Retreat an unexpected delight. At the end of a quiet road, in a 40-acre farmland setting and perched on the top of a cliff, Toorang has splendid, sweeping views across Lake Conneware, a peaceful body of water formed by the Barwon River before it meets the sea.
The Victorian-style coach house has a panoramic view from its wide balcony and large living area, and it is a lovely place for either a
couple or up to six guests to enjoy. The three bedrooms are gorgeous, timber-lined walls add to the visual warmth, there’s a kitchenette and that balcony is the perfect spot for a barbecue and a glass of Bellarine pinot while watching waterbirds on the lake.
Toorang homestead is nearby, and includes the bonus of a self-contained guest suite within the walls of the heritage-listed home, one of the Bellarine’s oldest. Restaurants, beaches, providores and wineries are all nearby, making an enticing destination for a delicious peninsula holiday.
Location: 85 km or 70 minutes southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway 468 C9. Facilities: Coach House: three ensuite bedrooms (king, queen, twin), open-plan kitchenette/dining/lounge (TV, DVD, CD), RC AC, large deck (BBQ). Studio Apartment: king bed, sitting area (open fire, TV), ensuite, full kitchen, RC AC, private courtyard (BBQ). Full breakfast provisions provided.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/toorang
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Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/mingaryvillas
Mingary VillasQueenscliff
13 Fraser Street, Queenscliff Vic. 3225(Postal: 6 Boxshall Street, Brighton Vic. 3186)Ph/Fax: 03 9592 4710 Mobile: 0419 345 [email protected]: Kerryn and Gary Anderson Style: Beach glasshouse tower
Whole house rates per night: from $325 to $600(up to four guests, extra guests $25 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights at weekendsSuitable for children AE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Mingary is a stunning home dramatically elevated to take advantage of its position among the beachfront dunes of Queenscliff. Because of this, the main rooms (living, dining, gourmet kitchen and master bedroom) are at third-floor level, providing stunning views over the Rip at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay. The views are incredible and the feeling is like living in a beachfront glass tower. Indeed, once you have settled down, we think you’ll while away the hours watching passing ships enter the bay.
On the next level down are a further three bedrooms, a second lounge with entertainment system, a sun deck and two bathrooms – one is a double spa bathroom with views to Swan Bay. Down at ground level, you can simply wander barefoot out the back gate and over the dunes to the beach.
Mingary is dripping with style, luxurious appointments and impressive entertaining facilities yet it is warm and welcoming. And there’s space aplenty for mum and dad to relax in peace while the kids entertain themselves.
Location: 100 km or 1½ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway 499 B11. Facilities: One house with four bedrooms: two queen with ensuites; two twin singles (or king). Two further bathrooms (one with spa), two living rooms (TV, DVD, games, Foxtel), full kitchen, laundry, balconies, terrace (outdoor dining, BBQ), undercover parking for two cars. AC, gas log fire, electric heating. WiFi available. Self-catering.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/coastaldomain
Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
1 & 2/18 Domain Road, Jan Juc Vic. 3228(Postal: PO box 734, Torquay Vic. 3228)Mobile: 0438 617 117 Fax: 03 5261 [email protected] www.coastaldomain.com.au Owner: Amanda CarsonStyle: Luxurious, easy living beach houses
Whole house rates per night: from $143 to $300(up to six guests; two extra children can be accommodated for a one-off fee of $50 each)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights Suitable for children CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Coastal Domain Guest HousesJan Juc (near Torquay)
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The location might ring a bell. Jan Juc is near Australia’s most famous surf beach, Bells Beach, and just beyond the start of another Australian icon, the Great Ocean Road. And while surfers will love the location of Coastal Domain Guest Houses, everyone who appreciates contemporary and luxuriously appointed beach houses will feel right at home.
There are two two-storey houses to choose from, each with an inviting sunken lounge, large kitchen and extra living room upstairs (book
both for groups of up to 12). There’s also a stylish outdoor entertaining deck to enjoy barbeques on warm evenings. And we just love the captivating paintings and evocative photography created by talented local artists that decorate both houses.
While we can recommend relaxing at Coastal Domain, there is plenty to do. Walk along the spectacular cliff top path at the end of the street to Jan Juc’s own beach, 30 minutes will see you at breathtaking Bells Beach or head into Torquay for a surfing lesson.
Location: 85 km or 1½ hours southeast of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway 505 E11.Facilities: Two houses: each with three bedrooms (queen with ensuite, queen, twin single), bathroom, open-plan kitchen/dining/living (plasma TV, DVD, stereo), laundry, upstairs lounge (TV, DVD, CD), deck (outdoor setting, BBQ), heating, cooling; lock-up remote garage, extra parking space. Self-catering (provisions available by prior arrangement).
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Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/oceaninlet
Ocean InletFairhaven (near Aireys Inlet)
34 Wybellenna Drive, Fairhaven Vic. 3231(PO Box 355, Aireys Inlet Vic. 3231)Ph: 03 5289 7313 Mobile: 0416 080 [email protected] www.oceaninlet.com Hosts: Anne and David DansickStyle: Seaview apartments with options
Whole apartment rates per couple: from $200 to $300Whole house rate per night: $550 (up to eight guests)Bed & full breakfast provisions in ShorehouseOther options: accommodation onlyCampers Cabin rate per couple: $100Disabled facilities in Coral Cove apartmentCHQ • Eftpos • MC • VI
Ocean Inlet is a special retreat in that its two accommodation styles aim to share their setting with a range of budgets. On one hand there are two contemporary apartments: Shorehouse is on two levels and features a large lounge/dining with gas fire downstairs and a spa bedroom upstairs with lighthouse views; the two-bedroom Coral Cove is equally captivating and can connect with Shorehouse to form one luxuriously large pad.
The other offering is dubbed the Campers Cabin, although clearly camping has evolved
since we last did it. Here, two pavilions (one for sleeping and one for bathing and cooking) are nestled at the bottom of a ti-tree garden. The garden love-swing has views over the inlet to the lighthouse and echoes the romance of Shorehouse’s spa suite, for more a modest rate.
Which to choose? For those on a budget the Campers Cabin offers style and views, while Shorehouse and Coral Cove are decidedly decadent and worth the splurge.
Location: 120 km or 1½ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X911 C10. Facilities: Two apartments (can connect): Shorehouse: two levels with lounge/dining (gas fire, kitchenette), queen bedroom, spa ensuite. Coral Cove: one level with two queen bedrooms, lounge, bathroom. Campers Cabin and Gazebo: two pavilions: ‘Eat, Bathe’ and ‘Sleep’. Full breakfast provisions provided in Shorehouse; others self-catering (full or continental breakfast provisions available).
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/aroomwithaview
Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
280 Sunnyside Road, Wongarra Vic. 3221Ph: 03 5237 [email protected] www.roomwithaview.com.au Host: Angelika MillarStyle: Jaw-dropping ocean-view suites
Room rates per couple: from $160 to $250(extra guests $30 per night)Bed & continental breakfast provisions(full breakfast available)Minimum two nights at weekends preferredPets by arrangementCHQ • Direct Deposit
A Room With a ViewApollo Bay (Wongarra)
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“A room with a view” is somewhat of an understatement, and for several reasons. First, these two guest suites are more than just rooms: each has a spacious lounge, kitchenette and deck. One even has two levels with a heavenly bedroom upstairs. Then there is the “view” – a word far too insignificant to describe the dramatic vista of the verdant valley plunging down toward the rugged and captivating Southern Ocean.
So let’s agree the name suffers from modesty and that we’re here to paint the full picture –
which does not stop with spacious suites and an incredible, uninterrupted outlook. We also love the fact that breakfast here is a true event, delivered to your suite to enjoy on your deck. Host Angelika weaves a spell with smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, chocolate croissants and fluffy pancakes with berries, to name a few. As if on cue, rosellas and king parrots will descend to see what you’re up to and visiting koalas and wallabies are just as curious.
By special arrangement dinner can be provided, and with Apollo Bay just a few sweeps of the Great Ocean Road away you are spoilt for beaches, retail therapy and dining.
Location: 14 km east of Apollo Bay; 175 km or 2¼ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X926 K10. Facilities: Two suites: each with ensuite spa, kitchenette, TV, CD, DVD, private deck. Standard and/or full breakfast delivered to your suite; dinner by arrangement.
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Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
Stephanie’s at Onion BaySugarloaf (near Apollo Bay)
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/stephanies
5084 Great Ocean Road, Sugarloaf Vic. 3221(PO Box 145, Apollo Bay Vic. 3233)Ph: 03 5237 0284 Mobile: 0439 808 [email protected] www.stephaniesonionbay.comHosts: Stephanie Russell and Michael AbbottStyle: Secluded beachside apartments
Room rates per couple: from $200 to $230Bed & full breakfast provisionsMinimum two nights at weekendsWine & Food Lovers Packages availablePets by arrangementDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Onion Bay has one of those secluded beaches most people pass on the Great Ocean Road and simply don’t know to stop and explore. Despite the Great Ocean Road’s serpentine journey of riches, missing this gem is unforgivable, and when you stay at Stephanie’s at Onion Bay you’ll have a front-row seat.
The secluded beach setting is just one feature here. This stylish retreat offers two choices for holidaymakers: Seascape and Carisbrook Room. Seascape is an apartment with its own entrance,
two decks (one with views of the beach across the road and the other a sunny rear deck with a herb garden and barbeque) and a full kitchen with espresso machine. The lounge offers uninterrupted ocean views and the spa bathroom has little extras like handmade soap. The more intimate Carisbrook Room has a kitchenette and a balcony with hillside views.
Stephanie’s is a short drive from the dining pleasures of the seaside towns of Apollo Bay and Lorne. We also recommend exploring the verdant Otway Ranges and the Otway Fly treetop walk.
Location: 170 km or 2½ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X926 K10.Facilities: Seascape Room: queen bed, lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD) stereo dining/full kitchen, spa ensuite, front and rear decks, BBQ. Carisbrook Room: queen bed, ensuite, kitchenette, lounge area (TV, stereo), deck. Each with carport, private entrance, cooling, fans, WiFi. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/paradisegardens
Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
715 Barham River Road, Apollo Bay Vic. 3233Ph: 03 5237 6939 Fax: 03 5237 [email protected] www.paradisegardens.net.au Hosts: Jock Williamson and Jo DavieStyle: Lakeside cottages and gardens
Room or cottage rates per couple: from $110 to $220Whole cottage rates per night: from $350 to $380 (up to four guests, extra guests $20 per night)$30 single night surcharge in cottagesAccommodation only (continental breakfast available)
Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
Paradise Gardens Cottages and B&BApollo Bay
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Paradise is no fairytale when you stay at these gorgeous cottages set beside an idyllic lake and shaded by willows. Brides will sigh at the thought of crossing the bridge for photos, and romantics-at-heart will be drawn to the dreamy architecture of gabled rooflines and dormer windows. In this rainforest setting it is hard to believe you are just minutes from Apollo Bay and its beaches.
There are two cottages here, each with decks overhanging the lake – the perfect spot for relaxing and watching wildlife. One cottage
offers two bedrooms (cleverly, one bedroom can become a self-contained studio suite) and the other one-bedroom cottage is perfect for a couple. Both cottages are decorated with a French Provincial flavour, have a spa ensuite and a spacious kitchen/dining/lounge area with a wood fire.
Paradise Gardens derives its name from the lush gardens established long before the cottages were here, so you can expect an incredibly photogenic property and a riot of colour year-round. Also on the property are two in-house B&B rooms with their own private entrance.
Location: 200 km or 2½ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X926 J10.Facilities: Two cottages: one or two bedrooms, lounge/dining, log fire, kitchen, spa ensuite, DVD, BBQ, laundry, RC AC, private deck. Two in-house B&B rooms: each with ensuite, private entrance. Continental breakfast available by prior arrangement.
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Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/marrinersfalls
Marriners Falls CottagesApollo Bay
1090 Barham River Road, Apollo Bay Vic. 3233Ph/Fax: 03 5237 7494marrinersfallscottages@activ8.net.auwww.marrinersfalls.com.au Hosts: Susan and Stefan TraubeStyle: Hidden valley cottages
Room rates per couple: $165(extra guests $35 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights at weekendsCHQ • Eftpos • MC • VI
The Otway Ranges are spectacular, not only for the rolling hills, tall trees and luxuriantly green meadows but also for the fact they rise dramatically from the Southern Ocean. This provides the opportunity to combine two experiences – mountain and beach – in the one holiday.
This is why Marriners Falls Cottages, near Apollo Bay, has the best of both worlds: secluded country cottages set in the hills, yet close to Apollo Bay’s renowned beaches. There are four cottages here catering to couples and
families, each with its own private aspect. The cottages all offer unfussy country style and feature roaring wood fires, full kitchens and large balconies for bird spotting, enjoying a barbeque or simply looking out to the ranges beyond. The spa in the bathroom will be a hit, followed by fireside relaxation.
The scenery is quite spectacular with mists descending occasionally and punctuated by shafts of golden sunlight bouncing off the seemingly impenetrable valley walls. The feeling is of being nestled in wilderness. Yet its reassuring to know that the civilisation of Apollo Bay is just a short drive away down an impossibly cute country lane.
Location: 200 km or 2½ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X926 J10.Facilities: Four cottages: one, two and three bedrooms (queen and twin singles); lounge/dining (log fire, TV for DVD use only, CD), kitchen, spa bathroom, laundry, BBQ. Self-catering.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/shearwatercottages
Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
760 Lighthouse Road, Cape Otway Vic. 3233(PO Box 148, Apollo Bay Vic. 3233)Ph/Fax: 03 5237 [email protected] www.shearwatercottages.com Owner: Julie Rimmer Style: Secluded beachside cottages
Room rates per couple: from $185 to $295(extra guests from $35 to $95 per night)Bed & continental breakfast provisionsMinimum two nightsSuitable for children • Pets welcome
CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
Shearwater Cottages Cape OtwayCape Otway (near Apollo Bay)
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This rugged and precious hillside overlooking the Southern Ocean has witnessed countless shipwrecks since Australia’s settlement. And thanks to very clever placement of four cottages – dotted well apart from each other among the banksias, casuarinas and manna gums – little has changed since those early days.
Once you have arrived at your hideaway you will rightly feel away from it all. And whether you opt for one of the three original cottages with their pastel interiors or the newest
contemporary-styled two-bedroom cottage, your well-behaved dog is welcome. Each cottage is meticulously presented and features a gas log fire and entertainment system, yet with precious wilderness on your doorstep the outdoors will quickly beckon. Koalas are easily spotted (on our visit one slumbered in the tree outside the bedroom) and kangaroos and bird life abound; you will want to keep Fido close to heel.
Just down the road is the beach, the Cape Otway Lighthouse, horse riding and, of course, all that Apollo Bay has to offer.
Location: 215 km or 2¾ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X926 J10.Facilities: Two two-bedroom cottages (queen and two singles or queen and king); two one-bedroom cottages (queen): each with lounge (gas log fire, cooling, fans, Austar TV, DVD, CD), kitchen, bathroom, deck, gas BBQ. Horse riding nearby. Complimentary sparkling; continental breakfast provisions provided (first morning).
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Arabella Country HousePrincetown (near the Twelve Apostles)
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/arabella
7219 Great Ocean Road, Princetown Vic. 3269Ph: 03 5598 8169 Fax: 03 5598 8186info@arabellacountryhouse.com.auwww.arabellacountryhouse.com.auHosts: Lynne and Neil BoxshallStyle: Country farmhouse B&B
Room rates per couple: from $150 to $165Bed & full breakfastSuitable for childrenPets by arrangementCHQ • Eftpos • MC • VIMember: Inn-House
There is a passion at Arabella Country House that never wanes, evident each time we return to this charming seaside retreat. Hosts Lynne and Neil are the real deal: country folk with a farming pedigree whose sense of hospitality is bred rather than taught.
The Arabella experience centres on the guest lounge and dining room, with gas fire and panoramic views to the Southern Ocean. Here you’ll enjoy a country breakfast served on fine crockery. Be sure to opt for a dinner as well,
which features generous country fare like fresh lamb, beef and seafood as well as temptingly delicious deserts. The guest wing has its own private entrance and also offers four rooms (one with spa), each spacious and individually decorated in subtle florals and gentle tones to promote a restful sleep.
Whether their guests are Australian couples or families, or from the far corners of the globe, there is a gentle eagerness in the hosts to share their local knowledge to ensure you get the most out of your Great Ocean Road adventure. And where else can you stay within sight of the Twelve Apostles (well, the ten that remain)?
Location: 230 km or three hours southwest of Melbourne, via Colac. Map 8. Melway X926 G10.Facilities: Four ensuite queen rooms: one with spa, one family room with queen and twin singles; each with TV, gas heating. Lounge (gas fire, CD), dining. Dinner by prior arrangement; full breakfast served.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/hearns
Great Southern Touring Route: Great Ocean Road
13-17 Thistle Place, Port Fairy Vic. 3284Ph: 03 5568 3150 Fax: 03 5568 [email protected] www.hearnsbeachsidevillas.com.au Owners: Michael and Margaret HearnStyle: Oceanfront luxury villas
Room rates per couple: from $290 to $600Accommodation onlyBreakfast provisions available on requestSuitable for childrenAE • Eftpos • MC • VI
Hearn’s Beachside VillasPort Fairy
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Port Fairy is one of Victoria’s favourite getaway locations and Hearn’s Beachside Villas enjoys an enviable position in this lovely town. Nothing is between the timber deck outside each architecturally designed villa and the sea except low dunes. By day, that means feet in the sand in seconds; at night the murmur of waves rolling onto the foreshore will drift you off to sleep.
Each villa, including the three-bedroom, is an exciting fusion of modern design with the natural warmth of stone and timber flooring, and
expansive floor to ceiling windows to bring in the incredible view. The villa interiors have just been refurbished – LCD TVs have been added in the bedrooms and lounge area; stunning stone bench tops grace the fully self-contained kitchens; and custom built furniture and eco-gas log fires lift the ambience of this tranquil retreat even further.
Order a seafood platter, including crayfish and other seasonal crustaceans from the local fishermen, and enjoy the stunning ocean view from your private spa in this perfect beachfront haven.
Location: 290 km or 3½ hours southwest of Melbourne. Map 7. Melway X926 C8. Facilities: Seven villas: each with king bed, spa, dining/lounge (TV, DVD, CD), kitchen, private courtyard (BBQ), seafront deck. One three-bedroom villa: three king bedrooms, ensuite, bathroom, kitchen, dining/living (digital TV, DVD, CD), deck (BBQ). WiFi. Breakfast provisions and fresh seafood by arrangement.
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Great Southern Touring Route: Goldfields
MillDuck Strawbale B&BHarcourt North (between Maldon, Castlemaine & Bendigo)
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/millduck
143 Ford Road, Harcourt North Vic. 3453Ph: 03 5439 6451 Fax: 03 5439 [email protected]: Ada Milley and Prue WalduckStyle: Artful country retreat
Room rates per couple: from $195 to $210Third and subsequent nights $150Late check outBed & breakfast provisionsDisabled facilitiesCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
High atop rolling hills with views seemingly to the very corners of the earth, MillDuck Strawbale B&B offers a uniquely handcrafted strawbale escape with some rather special surprises thrown into the mix. The first surprise is the uplifting feeling you get staying in an eco-stylish strawbale structure (truly, made of straw!) with its thermal cosiness, curvaceous walls and an interior that oozes comfort: a deep bed, spa and wood fire and home-baked biscuits.
You’ll want to step out and explore this 35-acre
property fairly quickly after arriving because more surprises await. This is also a respected alpaca breeding farm and these adorable animals love to meet and greet guests; have a picnic in the field and they will come and stand peacefully with you. Dotted around the property are more enchantments, including verdant gardens bursting with colour, charming rustic sculptures with country Australian themes, and walks that reveal more of the amazing views.
Being located within easy reach of historic Maldon, Castlemaine and Bendigo means you don’t have to go far for an outing or gourmet meal, but we are sure you’ll quickly return to your hideaway at the top of the world.
Location: 125 km or 1½ hours north of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X909 E5.Facilities: Two private double spa units (wood fire, microwave/convection oven, CD, TV, DVD). Ample full and continental breakfast provisions provided.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/ecoluxe
Great Southern Touring Route: Grampians
Moates Lane, Avoca Vic. 3467Ph: 03 5465 3282 Fax: 03 5465 [email protected] www.eco-luxe.com.au General Manager: John HarrisOffice Manager: Leanne HarrisStyle: Eco-chic meets vineyard views
Lodge rates per couple: from $290 to $390(extra guests $50 per night)Homestead rates per night: from $300 to $450(minimum two nights, up to ten guests)Bed & continental breakfast provisionsHomestead suitable for childrenAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Eco-Luxe @ Mount AvocaAvoca
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Eco-Luxe is a brand-new boutique hideaway in the heart of the Goldfields that embodies architectural excellence, eco-friendliness, pampering and the laid-back country lifestyle. These three two-bedroom lodges, set apart on a hillside overlooking the estate’s vines and olive groves, make an ideal self-contained base for exploring the many regional adventures and indulgences: cellar doors, country markets, sightseeing and nature walks abound.
When you return from your excursions, a
generous lounge/dining area and west-facing balcony invites lazy afternoons watching the sun set behind the distant Pyrenees while enjoying the complimentary bottle of Mount Avoca estate wine and a barbecue of gourmet meats sourced fresh on your behalf.
For larger parties, the original homestead has recently been renovated and sleeps up to ten, making it perfect for families or groups of friends. This rustic, exposed-brick homestead has two sleeping areas with a huge central living area that will be the hub of your stay.
Location: 185 km or 2¼ hours northwest of Melbourne. Map 8. Melway X920 H11. Facilities: Three lodges: each with king bedroom (TV, DVD), bunk bedroom, open-plan kitchenette/dining/living (CD), spa bathroom, RC AC, balcony, BBQ. Homestead (sleeps up to 10): four bedrooms (one with ensuite), kitchen/living room, lounge (open fire, TV, DVD, CD), bathroom; BBQ. Continental breakfast provisions provided.
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The Grelco RunBrimpaen (Northern Grampians, near Halls Gap)
520 Schmidt’s Road, Brimpaen Vic. 3401Ph/Fax: 03 5383 [email protected]: Graeme and Liz McDonaldStyle: Country cottages and homestead
Cottage rates per couple: from $143 to $160Bed & breakfast provisionsCottages suitable for childrenHomestead rates per couple: from $220 to $240Bed & full breakfast
CHQ • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thegrelcorun
The Grelco Run is one of western Victoria’s largest privately owned native forest and began as the owners’ weekend escape. This has been very much one family’s dream, and over the years the substantial property has been nurtured and protected through their pioneering tourism project. Here, guests can experience unspoilt Australian bush with some of the most dramatic views in the region: the sight as the sun sets and turns the Grampians ranges to ochre is spellbinding.
On offer are two cottages, each accommodating up to six, with a large lounge and fire to encourage relaxing at the end of a day’s exploration. Each cottage has its own private setting surrounded by tall gums and ancient grasstrees. One adventure not to be missed is horse riding, offered on the property by another family member, respected horseman Cameron McDonald.
The Homestead offers three ensuite rooms for those seeking a hosted experience, and, by prior arrangement, dinner gives a taste of country hospitality with worldly style.
Location: 40 km northwest of Halls Gap. 300 km or 3½ hours west of Melbourne. Map 7. Melway X926 C1. Facilities: Two self-contained cottages: each sleeping up to six with spacious lounge (log fire), bathroom, kitchen; breakfast provisions provided. Homestead: three ensuite bedrooms; lounge, dining room; full breakfast served. Dinner by arrangement ($66 per person).
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/dulc
Great Southern Touring Route: Grampians
9 Thryptomene Court, Halls Gap Vic. 3381(Postal: PO Box 612, Stawell Vic. 3380)Ph: 03 5356 4711 Fax: 03 5356 [email protected] Managers: Pru and Simon FarrerStyle: Eco-funky contemporary cabins
Whole cabin rates per couple: from $250 to $450(extra guests $25 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights at weekends Suitable for childrenAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
DULC CabinsHalls Gap
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If you like your escape to have a styled eco-chic feel you will adore DULC Cabins in Halls Gap. There are four architect-designed cabins here, each built with rough-sawn timber for a sumptuous, organic feel that is harmonious with the textures of the surrounding trees.
Choose from one-bedroom cabins (one with upstairs bedroom) or a two-bedroom cabin for friends to share. In all, expanses of glass draw in the bushland setting and mountain views – even in the bathrooms where a glass ceiling allows
stargazing while reclining in the spa bath or in the shower. Against this natural backdrop the interior accoutrements ooze personality: red and orange cushions sit on deep, chocolate-toned leather armchairs, crisp white linens dress the bed, there’s an espresso machine in the kitchen and the lounge features a gas log fire for warmth and relaxation.
DULC is perfectly positioned – it’s just moments from restaurants and a network of walking tracks but you don’t have to venture too far. Views of peaks and bush-clad mountains can be enjoyed from your own DULC cabin.
Location: 260 km or three hours west of Melbourne. Map 7. Melway X926 D1.Facilities: Four cabins: three one-bedroom (Treehouse with upstairs bedroom), one two-bedroom. Each with king bed, spa ensuite, kitchen, lounge (gas log fire, TV, DVD, CD), dining area, RC AC. Self-catering (continental breakfast provisions by prior arrangement).
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Royal Mail HotelDunkeld (Southern Grampians)
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/royalmailhotel
Parker Street/Glenelg Highway (PO Box 50), Dunkeld Vic. 3294Ph: 03 5577 2241 Fax: 03 5577 [email protected] Manager: Amy PetersStyle: Hotel and historic cottages
Hotel rates per couple: from $160 to $240Bed & continental breakfast(extra guests $45 per night)Suitable for children • Pets by arrangementDisabled facilitiesAE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
The thought of a Royal Mail encounter is akin to an exquisite aperitif: to announce the arrival of a delicious experience; to hint but not to reveal; to prime but not to satiate.
To whet your appetite, here are just some of the Royal Mail’s impressive accolades: two hats and the title of Country Restaurant of the Year 2009 in The Age Good Food Guide; Gourmet Traveller’s Regional Restaurant of the Year 2009; and, Wine Spectator USA 2008 Best of Award of Excellence. We can attest to the passion of
head chef Dan Hunter in everything he does, even his bountiful kitchen garden of fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers. But that’s not all; the hotel itself is an architectural marvel, another totally unexpected surprise. Think “look at me” swimming pool, native gardens, and hotel suites and apartments done with architectural flair (or stay at the Mt Sturgeon Estate instead – see opposite page).
If this taste has aroused your own foodie passion, then book a special wine-matched dining experience. Whatever you do, we suggest you book your accommodation in advance – the Royal Mail is now firmly entrenched as one of regional Victoria’s must-do dining experiences.
Location: 260 km or three hours west of Melbourne. Map 7. Melway 926 C4. Facilities: 22 hotel suites; three studio apartments. Swimming pool. Continental breakfast provided; breakfast, lunch and dinner in the restaurant or bistro daily.
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Great Southern Touring Route: Grampians
seven Palmer Street, Hamilton Vic. 3300(Postal: PO Box 2269, Fitzroy Vic. 3065)Mobile: 0408 212 [email protected]: Lyn DonlevyStyle: Serene Zen-like retreat
Whole apartment rates per night: from $180 to $260 (up to four guests)Bed & full breakfast provisionsSuitable for children Direct Deposit
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Every edition has a surprise find; something unexpected and utterly original. And whoever would have thought that Hamilton would deliver this contemporary stunner.
From the outside, SEVEN is starkly minimalist, but venture inside and you’ll discover two light-filled, clever, Zen-inspired designer villas. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen area features glass walls straddling either side of a fireplace and an entertainment system. There’s a kitchen designed for some serious gourmet cooking.
A central hallway leads to two master bedrooms, each with a courtyard, and then to the bathroom. Just looking at the sunken bath inspires a sense of serenity – and soaking can be an indoor/outdoor experience when the frosted glass sash windows are open to the bedroom courtyards beyond. Throughout, the owner’s edgy photographic art hangs against white walls.
This won’t suit those who love frills but it will excite the urban escapee who fears leaving the city unless a sense of design follows them into the wilderness. SEVEN is your country bunker of style.
Location: 290 km or 3¾ hours west of Melbourne. Map 7. Melway X926 B5. Facilities: Two two-bedroom villas: each with two queen bedrooms (each bedroom with external courtyard space), central bathroom (sunken bath, shower), full kitchen, open-plan dining/living (gas log fire, TV, CD, DVD), lounge (gas log fire), laundry. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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Cottesloe Beach, Perth
What’s that buzz coming from Australia’s western capital? It is the sound of a city that is bursting at the seams with energy, innovation, new money, prospectors, fortune hunters and holidaymakers in search of a unique experience. While the rest of the world may wallow in recession at various times, the city on the Swann River has hardly stopped riding its mining boom for 20 years.
As the world’s most isolated capital city - Adelaide is nearly 3,000 kilometres away - Perth has developed a very distinctive vibe: gung-ho about progress but laid-back about lifestyle. Mining money has fuelled a local appetite for the very best in wine, food and pleasure-seeking. The hardest choice for visitors is what to do, see, eat or drink next.
For the picture postcard view of Perth’s skyscrapers reflecting in the Swan River, we suggest starting with a trip to South Perth. Lap up the scenery as you sip a Margaret River sauvignon blanc over a fresh marinara pasta.
Perth’s elite like to shop and party at the old working class suburb of Subiaco. It was settled in 1851 by Benedictine monks from Subiaco in Italy and has retained its village feel. But the shopping, dining and entertainments have long since left its former working class roots behind. When you have had enough dazzle, pause at Subiaco Museum to reflect on the area’s fascinating European and Aboriginal foundations.
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Western End of Rottnest Island Picnic at Kings Park, Perth
Perth is one of Australia’s great beach cities and it has a venerable seaside culture of sun, surf and chilled-out entertainment. Scarborough Beach, to the northwest of Subiaco, has good surf and pulls a vibrant crowd of happy sun seekers. Its restaurants and bars cover the whole range of price and quality from gourmet seafood to fresh fish and chips eaten from a roll of paper on the beach.
Cottesloe, a short drive southwest of the CBD, is the only Perth beach many people know – and with good reason. You can picnic beneath majestic Norfolk Pines and feel powdery white sand between your toes before stepping into the crystal-clear waters. There is enough swell for body surfing and the nearby reefs are ideal for snorkelling. Sunsets over the Indian Ocean
are sensational when taken with a glass of Cape Mentelle viognier.
Fremantle guards the mouth of the Swan River and the old port has a fine collection of 19th-century streetscapes and convict era colonial buildings. Galleries, cafes and restaurants line the heritage streets. We suggest wandering Fremantle’s small lanes at random to see what you can find.
Fremantle’s renowned markets sell a wonderful blend of produce, clothes and curios. When you are done with shopping, head to the cappuccino strip of South Terrace for some coffee and buzz from the buskers.
The Fishing Boat Harbour, the new Maritime Museum, and the old Fremantle Port are well
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worth visiting. The Fremantle Street Art Festival runs over Easter and the Fremantle Festival is in November. Book well in advance to see its fire eaters, Latin dancers and acrobats. You can also day trip to Rottnest Island from Fremantle.
The Swan Valley is Perth’s own backyard wine region, a gourmet larder for a city with a
taste for the best in life. Around Henley Brook you will find cellar doors, art studios, craft shops and some very fine dining. We suggest taking a horse-drawn wagon tour to see it all at a slower pace.
Nearby Rockingham is a real holiday town but without the long drives that the denizens of Melbourne and Sydney are used to making for their beach holidays. It’s just a 40-minute drive from the city to this aquatic playground, where you can snorkel, surf, sail and swim with dolphins. Rockingham is a place to relax, unwind and spend a few days exploring the shops, restaurants and bars - and don’t miss the cute little fairy penguins.
Perth is the obvious base for an exploration of Western Australia. It is the hub of a transport net covering the remotest regions and is an absorbing destination in its own right. We suggest starting or ending any Western Australia odyssey here.
Perth’s skyline at dusk
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Maritime Museum, Fremantle
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Perth Ground floor, Cnr Forrest Place and Wellington Street. Ph: 08 9483 1111 Email: [email protected] www.westernaustralia.com
Fremantle Town Hall, Kings Square. Ph: 08 9431 7878 Email: [email protected] www.fremantlewesternaustralia.com
Rockingham 43 Kent Street. Ph: 08 9592 3464 Email: [email protected]
Swan Valley Old Courthouse, Swan Street, Midland. Ph: 08 9379 9400 Email: [email protected] www.swanvalley.com.au
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141Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thepeninsula
The Peninsula occupies one of Perth’s most spectacular waterfront locations, looking towards the city with the majestic Swan River in the foreground. This is the view that has featured on a thousand postcards. At night, the city lights glitter on the river, making for a romantic moonlit stroll. By day, the green foreshore along the esplanade is ideal for long walks, jogging or just relaxing on the grass.
The apartments are set in beautifully landscaped gardens and the immaculate
presentation continues as you walk on inside. You choose the space you need – one, two or three bedrooms – and then make the most of the well-equipped kitchen and the comfortable lounge and dining area. Some apartments have river views or sunny courtyard gardens, which are lovely for longer stays.
From The Peninsula, it is an easy walk to the trendy shops and restaurants of South Perth and the CBD is a fun ferry ride over the Swan River or just minutes by car. For those in Perth on business, this peaceful location is central enough yet the broad parkland surrounds offer a tranquil escape at the end of a day’s work.
Location: Four km or six minutes from Perth CBD. Map 9. RA 76 D2. Facilities: One-, two- and three-bedroom apartments with lounge (cable TV), kitchen, dining, ensuite off main bedroom. Some with river view or courtyard garden (on request). WiFi, RC AC, free parking, laundry. Self-catering.
The Peninsula Riverside Serviced ApartmentsPerth
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53 South Perth Esplanade, Perth WA 6151Freecall: 1800 888 068 Ph: 08 9368 [email protected] Manager: Diana LindenStyle: Riverside apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $195 to $350Accommodation only(continental breakfast provisions available)Suitable for children
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Cottesloe is Perth’s premier beachside enclave, a place where gorgeous beaches, trendy dining and stylish boutiques have combined to make the ultimate city base. We love it. Cottesloe Beach House Stays specialises in superbly presented luxury beach houses and apartments that cater to guests seeking a matchless experience.
The collection includes beauties such as Overton Gardens Luxury Beach House, a Moorish-inspired treasure with a marble kitchen,
plunge pool, exotic lounge and beautifully detailed bedrooms. We were thrilled by the stylish tri-level Marine Parade Beach House, which has stunning ocean views from the breathtaking open-plan lounge, dining and gourmet kitchen. These rank among Perth’s finest holiday homes and will suit the most discerning guests.
But those who prefer their chic beachside accommodation on a budget will find plenty of options here too. Cottesloe Beach House Stays offers a delightful range of smaller apartments, each handpicked for its impeccable presentation and superbly detailed interiors. Why stay in a hotel when you can have all this?
Location: 15 km or 10 minutes from Perth CBD. Map 9. RA 77 G1. Facilities: A range of beach houses and apartments with two to six bedrooms, lounge, dining, full kitchen, laundry, Internet. Individual facilities vary between properties. Self-catering.
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Cottesloe Beach House StaysCottesloe and Perth CBD
Various locations around Cottesloe and Perth CBD, WAPh: 08 9286 [email protected]: Allison MannersStyle: Exclusive collection of beach houses
Whole house rates per night: from $180 to $775(up to four guests, extra guests $20 per night)Accommodation only • Minimum three nightsSuitable for children • Pets by arrangementAE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: Cottesloe Beach House Stays
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/directions
203 Townsend Road, Subiaco WA 6904Mobile: 0402 106 560 Ph: 08 9381 4781 bookings@directionsapartments.com.auwww.directionsapartments.com.auOwner: Graeme SpeedStyle: Sensational inner city apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $395 to $420(up to six guests)Whole studio rates per night: $160 Accommodation only • Minimum three nightsBreakfast provisions available by prior arrangementMinimum three nightsCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
Directions ApartmentsSubiaco
There is only one direction you need to head when planning an inner city stay in Perth’s trendy Subiaco – these truly sensational apartments and studio are the last word in tasteful style. Even the term apartment is an understatement: these architect-designed beauties are set over two luxurious levels with living, dining, gourmet kitchen and courtyard gardens on the ground floor and three luxurious bedrooms on the second level.
The owner designed these apartments to be of an owner-occupied standard so every aspect
of the detailing is impressive. The decorative elements, quality furnishings and entertainment systems are all unsurpassed.
In addition to the two-level apartments there is also a studio, ideal for one or a couple, offering a full kitchen and courtyard. This studio can even be interconnected with one of the apartments to create a four-bedroom, two-kitchen home. Whichever you choose the location is ideal: close to the CBD for business, Kings Park for recreation and all of Perth’s hot spots for holidaymakers – not to mention Subiaco’s iconic cafes and dining.
Location: Five minutes from Perth CBD. Map 9. RA 77 F3. Facilities: Two apartments and one studio. Each apartment with three bedrooms (king and twin king singles), lounge/dining (TV, DVD, CD, home theatre), full kitchen, laundry. RC AC. Studio with queen bed, full kitchen, bathroom; connects with one apartment. Self-catering.
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144 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/fothergills
Art-lovers take note: inside these historic walls is a cultural and artistic endeavour. The owner is an avid art collector and sponsor of young artists; and Fothergills’ manager, Suzy Llewellyn, loves to share the passion of this amazing collection with guests. Yet within these gracious walls, the feeling is relaxed – just wander in and make yourself at home.
This is a living gallery, displaying a changing range of notable and up-and-coming West Australian artists. Enchanted hours can be spent
meandering through the halls and admiring various styles. Each spacious guest room has an evocative name – such as Endeavour, O’Connor and the Javanese – and is lavishly fitted out with antiques, art and sculpture.
Art even infuses breakfast: sculptures in the courtyard catch the sunlight and artworks adorn the walls of the conservatory breakfast room as you enjoy Suzy’s outstanding full breakfast spread. Historic Fothergills resonates with the history of Fremantle yet is also a fresh and vibrant beacon in its cultural and artistic scene. It makes an inspirational choice as your base to explore Perth or for corporate guests seeking a unique experience.
Location: 18 km or 20 minutes from Perth CBD. Map 9. RA 77 J1. Facilities: Seven rooms (king/twin and queen, CD, TV, DVD, most with ensuite). Breakfast room, library, balcony (harbour/sunset views). Wireless broadband, laundry. Full breakfast served.
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Fothergills of FremantleFremantle (Perth)
18-22 Ord Street, Fremantle WA 6160Ph: 08 9335 [email protected]: Suzy LlewellynStyle: Artistic B&B haven
Room rates per couple: from $140 to $225Bed & full breakfastSuitable for childrenDirect Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VIMember: BBFAA
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145Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/heritagecottage
Everyone loves basking in the echoes of Perth’s early maritime history in Fremantle. And nowhere chimes with that history more than this heritage listed 19th-century home. It offers bed and breakfast rooms to guests seeking a window on the past – but with spotlessly modern facilities.
The four guest rooms have sparkling ensuites (one has a spa). Host Sally-Anne Merrington lives in separate quarters, leaving guests to themselves in the B&B. But each morning a continental buffet breakfast is served in the conservatory-
style breakfast room, which opens up to balmy breezes in summer.
The location can not be bettered. Heritage Cottage is just 150 meters from the Indian Ocean at South Beach, perfect for a swim or a picnic on the lawns under the Norfolk pines. You can walk along the water’s edge into Fremantle town, and restaurants and pubs are within 300 metres of the B&B. Allow three nights here to explore Fremantle properly: spend a day visiting Rottnest Island and two days roaming Fremantle. There are the famous markets, the old goal, microbrewery pubs, cafes, art galleries and funky boutiques. Best of all, the free tourist bus leaves from the front door.
Location: 18 km or 20 minutes from Perth CBD. Map 9. RA 77 J1.Facilities: Four guest rooms, each with king or queen bed, ensuite (one with spa), TV, DVD. Breakfast room, verandah, wireless Internet. RC AC. Continental breakfast served.
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273 South Terrace, Fremantle South WA 6160Ph: 08 9433 5946heritagecottage@ozemail.com.auwww.fremantlebedandbreakfast.com.auHost: Sally-Anne Merrington
Style: Historic cottage B&BRoom rates per couple: from $140 to $180Bed & continental breakfastAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Heritage Cottage Bed and BreakfastFremantle South (Perth)
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60 Arcadia Drive, Shoalwater WA 6169Mobile: 0419 960 915info@beachhouseshoalwater.comwww.beachhouseshoalwater.comOwners: Steve and Michelle FisherStyle: Ocean-view beach house
Whole house rates per night: from $150 to $250(up to seven guests)Weekly rates availableAccommodation only • Minimum three nightsSuitable for children • Pets by arrangement CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
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Beach House Shoalwater ticks all the boxes for a perfect family escape – it is only 45 minutes from Perth, so the kids will only ask “Are we there yet?” once, if at all. It is right over the road from Rockingham’s beach so the sound of the waves can be heard. And best of all Beach House Shoalwater sleeps up to seven, so the kids can even invite a friend or two to stay.
This beach house holds a few surprises too. We love the upstairs entertainment lounge and balcony – put the kids to bed and retreat upstairs
to watch the sun set with a glass of wine. What could be more relaxing? There is a second lounge downstairs that also has ocean views, a full kitchen and outside there are lawns for the kids to play on. This is a beach house for all seasons that is well presented but not fussy – a place for a relaxed family holiday.
There’s a cafe strip and restaurants within a moments drive and the wonders of the Shoalwater Marine Park await exploration (including the penguins and dolphins). You can dive, windsurf, sea kayak and golf and there are even local wineries to explore.
Location: 50 km or 45 minutes south of Perth. Map 9. RA 78 F4. Facilities: One beach house: Three bedrooms (two queen and one single and bunk bed), lounge (gas log fire, TV, DVD, CD), entertainment lounge and balcony (TV), dining, full kitchen, two bathrooms (one with spa). BBQ, laundry, porta cot and high chair. RC AC. Self-catering.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/manueltowers
32A Arcadia Drive, Shoalwater WA 6169Ph: 08 9592 [email protected]: Manuel and Ali NunezStyle: Breathtaking beachside hotel
Room rates per couple: from $160 to $200(extra guests $50)Bed & full breakfastDisabled facilities
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Manuel TowersShoalwater, Rockingham
Manuel Towers is the result of one couple’s dream to create something from the heart. When Manuel and Ali purchased a humble beachfront shop they saw what others missed: a chance to let their imaginations soar.
The result is simply amazing. This is a heady cocktail of French country, Moroccan medina and nautical lost-and-found, artfully orchestrated by the owners whose European and North African pedigrees shine through. There are five guest rooms, each individual in decoration, some with
a sea view balcony or secluded courtyard garden. Recycled timbers, colourful fabrics, earthy tiles and heavenly beds are all features.
Downstairs, guests have exclusive use of a wondrous lounge and bar (try Ali’s espresso coffee) decorated in an array of curios and art. It is here that you’ll be treated to a sumptuous gourmet breakfast. From this beachfront hideaway, guests can explore Shoalwater’s beaches, restaurants and cafes, visit Penguin Island, swim with dolphins, scuba dive and more. But we defy anyone to spend more than a few hours away from Manuel Towers, such is the magnetism of this stunning creation.
Location: 50 km or 45 minutes south of Perth. Map 9. RA 78 F4. Facilities: Five ensuite guest rooms (two with spa), each with queen bed, TV, DVD, heating and fan, some with balcony or courtyard. Guest lounge with gas log fire, espresso machine, DVD and book library, Internet. Full breakfast served.
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Few of Australia’s eco retreats are so close to a capital city yet so secluded as Hidden Valley Eco Spa Lodges and Day Spa. This gorgeous forest dweller is only 35 minutes from Perth’s CBD, making it ideal for couples in need of rejuvenation. In the time it takes to have a cocktail at a busy city bar you could already be here snuggled up in one of five beautiful lodges.
We suggest starting with a bubble in the outdoor spa. Follow that entree with an unforgettable experience as Hidden Valley’s
chef delivers a gourmet five-course candlelit dinner to your lodge. And afterwards? Cocoon yourselves away from worldly cares.
The next morning a cooked breakfast is served at your private lodge – and then the pampering really begins. Stroll through the gardens to the Day Spa for hours of sheer pleasure. Our favourites are the divine Chocolate Indulgence treatment and the Ultimate Hidden Valley Heated Stone Massage. Refreshed? Now book the Silver Shadow Rolls Royce Winery Tour for personal tastings with local winemakers.
Location: 26 km or 35 minutes east of Perth CBD. Map 9. RA 78 E5. Facilities: Five lodges: open-plan lounge with wood fire and TV, dining, split-level king bedroom, kitchenette, ensuite, outdoor undercover Jacuzzi, BBQ. Executive lodge: two bedrooms, lounge (wood fire, plasma TV), dining, full kitchen, Jacuzzi, private spa treatment room and gym. Day Spa. Full breakfast served.
Hidden Valley Eco Spa Lodges and Day SpaPickering Brook
85 Carinyah Road, Pickering Brook WA 6076Ph: 08 9293 [email protected]: Garry and Jeanne DeneulainStyle: Secluded spa lodges and day spa
Whole lodge rates per couple: from $395 to $495Executive lodge rates per couple: from $595 to $695(extra guests $75 per night)Bed & full breakfast • In-lodge dinner and gourmet platters by prior arrangementAE • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/hillsideretreat
30 Forrest Street, York WA 6302Ph: 08 9641 1065 Mobile: 0416 121 [email protected]: Andrew and Joy SavageStyle: B&B rooms and country cottagesB&B room rates per couple: from $180 to $235
Bed & full breakfastWhole cottage rates per night: from $180 to $260(up to four guests, extra guest $65 per night)Accommodation only • Disabled facilitiesMinimum two nights at weekends preferredSuitable for children • Pets welcomeDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Hillside Country RetreatYork
A short jaunt from Perth brings you to historic York. In addition to the many historic buildings, a superb gallery in the Old Mill and several good restaurants, York hosts a number of festivals annually, including gourmet food and wine, jazz and spring gardens.
And when it comes to choosing a place to stay, Hillside Country Retreat offers a sense of history and a dash of country style in its B&B suites and family cottages. The B&B suites each have a unique decorative style from Tudor in feel
to some with a brass bed and all have a lounge area (some even have a gorgeous pot belly wood fire). B&B guests are treated to a full breakfast served in the delightful garden Tea House.
For families or groups (including cyclists, birdwatchers and bushwalkers), the three country cottages are ideal. Each offers three or four bedrooms, a large lounge and dining and a full kitchen to self cater. Whichever you choose, Hillside features flowering gardens, stunning country vistas and hosts who are warm and generous yet unobtrusive.
Location: 96 km or 11/2 hours east of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 C4. Facilities: B&B suites: queen bed, lounge area (TV, DVD, some with wood fire), ensuite, some with kitchen or kitchenette, AC. Three cottages: (three and four bedrooms), lounge (TV, DVD, some with wood fire), dining, full kitchen, bathroom, AC. Games room, tennis court. Full breakfast served in B&B; self-catering in cottages.
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Leeuwin Estate Vineyard, Margaret River
Wine is understandably the first association that everyone now makes with the words ‘Margaret River’. And what’s not to love about a region three hours’ drive from Perth that produces such a diverse and high-quality range of wine varieties? But we want to start with the beauty and variety of Margaret River’s other attractions, ranging from surfing and underground caves to gourmet food producers and a stunning natural landscape.
The Margaret River area has become a real magnet for gourmands in recent years. They come for the wine and stay for treats such as those found at The Margaret River Chocolate Company at Metricup (the very funky architecture is worth a good look before you start sampling). The district has its own
award-winning boutique beer maker, the Colonial Brewing Company, 10 minutes’ drive from town. As you travel the region, you are sure to stumble across great local cheesemakers, breadmakers, olive oil pressers and cafes and restaurants.
Many of Western Australia’s most expressive and creative artists have gravitated to this area, leading to a thriving local arts scene. There are glass blowers, painters, sculptors and jewellery makers to mention a few. We love the Purist Gallery, where you can enjoy the work of artist Penny Hudson and jeweller Max Ball over a cafe latte on their studio garden terrace. The local information bureau has a brochure that details an artists trail to explore.
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Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, near Dunsborough Dining at Vasse Felix Winery, Cowaramup
Some of the region’s most startling features are natural. Eagle Bay has a peaceful beach to discover on the way to Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, which guards the meeting of the Southern and Indian Oceans at the most westerly tip of Australia (in season, watch out for whales).
The Margaret River region was known to surfers long before it made its name with wine. There are some 75 surf breaks up and down the coast at beaches whose names, such as Prevally, have become legendary among Australian surfies. Surfers Point should be on any board rider’s list of iconic breaks to notch up on the board.
There is a whole underground world to explore beneath Margaret River. We suggest
first visiting Lake Cave, which houses the fascinating and instructive CaveWorks interpretive display. The reflections of the cave formations in this underground lake are breathtaking. The Mammoth and Jewel caves are equally impressive.
The Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park stretches from Bunker Bay in the north to Augusta in the south and has one of Australia’s most spectacularly rugged and windswept coastlines. But there are also blissfully calm spots for snorkelling and family swimming. The Boranup Karri Forest is awe-inspiring and there are more caves to explore in this park, which has many good walking tracks, including the Cape to Cape Walk.
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Have we mentioned wine yet? The Margaret River Wine Region has justifiably become one of Australia’s leading viticulture districts, up there with Coonawarra, the Hunter Valley and the Yarra Valley. The climate and soils combine to produce some truly impressive wines such as those from Leeuwin Estate, Cape Mentelle or Vasse Felix.
Wine guru James Halliday credits Margaret River’s chardonnay as “Australia’s greatest example of the breed”, which hints at the vignerons’ wonders awaiting wine tourists. A succession of sensational cabernets, which have recently been blended with merlot to great effect, have written the region’s name in red as well.
If you are new to wine appreciation, a wine tour or a class will help orient you to the world of viticulture. We found the Margaret River Regional Wine Centre at Cowaramup to be a great place to taste, learn and develop a wine travel itinerary.
Any time is a good time to visit Margaret River. Summer, winter or in between there is so much to see and do, whatever your age or interests. We suggest booking yourself in for at least week in order to begin sampling all that is on offer. But don’t worry if you don’t get to see it all this trip… Margaret River will call you back soon enough.
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Bunker Bay and Cape Naturaliste, near Dunsborough
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
We recommend visiting www.australiassouthwest.com for information on the Margaret River wine region.
Margaret River Bussell Highway. Ph: 08 9757 2911 Email: [email protected] www.margaretriver.com
Busselton 38 Peel Terrace. Ph: 08 9752 1288 Email: [email protected] www.geographebay.com
Dunsborough Shop 14, Dunsborough Park Shopping Centre. Ph: 08 9755 3299 Email: [email protected] www.geographebay.com
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155Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/byrdie
How about this recipe for holiday pleasure: put one very exclusive, very private gated community on one of Western Australia’s best beaches and add one of the state’s finest resorts next door. The delicious result is Byrdie.
Byrdie is an enclave of luxury beach homes beside Bunker Bay Resort. You are quite separate from the resort but can use all its facilities including the pool, tennis court and day spa. And just a few steps from the front door is Bunker Beach, a swathe of crystalline sand
cresting the clear blue ocean. The local cafe serves delicious fare.
We love everything about Byrdie, especially how its low street profile masks the sensational, architect-designed interiors within. Set around a courtyard (with fireplace) are two master bedrooms, each with an ensuite. There is a magnificent kids’ bunkhouse, and a glamorous lounge, dining and gourmet kitchen with cathedral ceilings. The alfresco entertaining patio looks over a romantic bush garden of splendid paperbarks. Byrdie has the location, the looks and the facilities to make your next holiday truly unforgettable.
Location: 275 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 C2. Facilities: One house: three bedrooms, lounge (satellite plasma TV, DVD, CD, Playstation, iPod dock), dining and full kitchen. RC AC. Patio/entertaining (BBQ), courtyard (fireplace). Laundry. Tennis court, pool, day spa (at resort). Self-catering.
(Exact location on enquiry), Bunker Bay WA 6281Ph: 08 9385 [email protected]: Rosie Harris, Private PropertiesStyle: Exclusive private beach house
Whole house rates per night: from $377 to $590(up to 10 guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum 3 to 7 nights depending on seasonSuitable for children
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ByrdieBunker Bay (near Dunsborough)
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21 Waterlily Cove, Eagle Bay WA 6281Ph: 08 9759 1211 Mobile: 0427 949 [email protected]: Noelene RogersStyle: Luxury suites for couples
Whole studio rates per night: from $230 to $295Accommodation only(Full breakfast served to suite, extra charge)Private chef service availableMinimum two nights at weekend
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Margaret River is famous for its wines and gorgeous beaches and this mix is beautifully combined at Eagle Bay. It seems fitting that this intriguing area features an equally tantalising retreat. Built using stone, timber and rammed earth, Abundance @ Eagle Bay exudes a grand American beach house style, yet has a relaxed Australian ambience.
The retreat caters for just two couples at a time. Each suite is independent, meaning complete privacy, and features its own private
entrance, spacious lounge and dining area, a king bedroom and a stunning spa ensuite. The light-filled suites are beautifully presented and look out over landscaped gardens – open the windows and invite in the ocean sounds.
Abundance is perhaps the only choice in the area that delivers a full breakfast to your suite together with the morning paper, offering a very indulgent start to your day. Your options are then only limited to your imagination: a winery tour leaving from your door, explore the Cape-to-Cape walking trail, spot kangaroos in the garden at dusk and admire the stars as you soak in the romantic spa. Abundance is perfect for a honeymoon, special celebration or a pampering break away.
Location: 270 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 C2. Facilities: Two suites: each with lounge (satellite TV, DVD, CD), king ensuite bedroom (double spa, separate toilet). BBQ. Full breakfast served to the suite.
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Margaret River is one of the New World’s most exciting wine regions and for aficionados Wise Vineyards is an essential stop. Atop a breathtaking escarpment looking over Geographe Bay, Wise Wine’s stunning contemporary cellar door and restaurant offers a wine and food odyssey with peerless views to match.
There is another aspect to Wine Vineyards that demands more than just a visit – nestled in a glen is a gorgeous collection of rustic settler-style chalets for guests. Each has a special charm,
from the compact Settler’s Cottage to the Zen-like style of the Tea House or the Potter’s Cottage and the Studio. Any would make a perfect pick for a couple or for a group (including a wedding party) take the whole collection and have an exclusive village-style experience.
The bonus for guests staying? The pleasure of wandering up the hill through the vineyards to the restaurant to enjoy a memorable dining experience matched with Wise’s wines. And if you stroll down the hill, you’ll discover secluded Eagle Bay and Meelup beach. Cape Naturaliste National Park is also nearby. If you have come to experience Margaret River’s famed vineyards, why not stay at one of the most renowned?
Location: 260 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 C2. Facilities: A range of cottages with lounge (potbelly stove), kitchen or kitchenette, bathroom. Cellar door. Restaurant open daily for breakfast and lunch.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/wisevineyards
80 Eagle Bay Road, Dunsborugh WA 6281Ph: 08 9756 [email protected] Manager: Keith WarrickStyle: Enchanting rustic cottagesWhole cottage rates per night: from $80 to $270
Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsSuitable for childrenRestaurant open daily for breakfast and lunchBookings essential. Restaurant Ph: 08 9755 3331
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158 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/adamsons
71 Bussell Highway, Margaret River WA 6285Ph: 08 9757 2013info@adamsonsriverside.net.auwww.adamsonsriverside.net.auOwners: Sharon and Sean DanceyStyle: Riverside rooms and apartments
Room rates per couple: from $115 to $250Whole apartment rates per couple: from $175 to $400(extra guest in apartments from $25 to $50 per night)Accommodation only (continental breakfastprovisions available) • Minimum two nights at weekends
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Adamsons has one of the best positions right in Margaret River township and is next to the river that gives rise to the town’s name. This central choice offers a range of accommodation options set within meticulously tended gardens that are bursting with colour.
Guests can choose from a range of rooms, each with ensuite and some with a balcony or private courtyard. Our favourite is the executive queen room dressed in chocolates and reds and with a spa ensuite and private courtyard. Other
rooms have a balcony that overlooks the gardens and all guests have use of a central courtyard where comfortable lounges create the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast to the sounds of birdsong or relax after a day of adventure.
Adamsons also offers two apartments each with two bedrooms, a lounge and kitchenette. These are ideal for two couples sharing or those who just like a little extra space and naturally they share in the same fresh interior style as the rooms. Whichever you choose, friendly staff and attention to detail are hallmarks of this very reasonably priced choice.
Location: 272 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E2. Facilities: A range of rooms (king or queen, TV, DVD, ensuite, one with spa; five with balcony or courtyard) and two-bedroom apartments (queen and king single, lounge, TV, DVD, kitchenette, bathroom). Courtyard lounge, Internet. Continental breakfast provisions available.
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5950 Caves Road, Margaret River WA 6285Ph: 08 9758 7490 Mobile: 0407 086 [email protected]: Beth and Rick CowanStyle: Riverfront studio and chalet
Whole studio rate per couple: $165Bed and continental breakfastWhole chalet rate per night: $275(rate for chalet is for up to four guests)Accommodation only • Suitable for children (chalet)MC • VI
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Meandering gently along its river plain, the Margaret River flows past wineries, forests and farmlands on its way to the ocean. Few lodgings can boast uninterrupted frontage to this famed river – but Bridgewater is one that can. The property rests among lush riverfront gardens and has its own pond.
Bridgewater offers travellers two idyllic stay options. The studio apartment has its own private entrance, a king bed and ensuite, and is wrapped in verdant gardens that bathe it in
splendid tranquillity. Or you might choose the separate chalet, which is ideal for two couples sharing. Chalet guests enjoy a spacious lounge with a crackling wood fire and two sunny decks that overlook the garden.
The chalet’s big kitchen makes it a perfect choice for those who wish to self cater, perhaps preparing a meal with gourmet goodies gathered on a day spent touring the region. Whether you choose the studio or chalet, you are welcome to stoke up the pizza oven and dine on your own creation overlooking the pond and gardens.
Location: 272 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E2. Facilities: One studio and one chalet. Studio with king bed, TV, DVD, CD, ensuite, private entrance. Chalet with two bedrooms (queen, king/twin singles), lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen, bathroom, two private decks. Garden with pizza oven, BBQ. Continental breakfast served (studio), self-catering (chalet).
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21 Ellen Brook Road, Cowaramup WA 6284Ph: 08 9755 [email protected]: Geoff and Jackie UhdStyle: Traditional country cottages
Whole cottage rates per night: $280(up to 2 guests, extra guests from $15 to $25 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights Suitable for children
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Ellensbrook CottagesCowaramup (near Margaret River)
The Ellensbrook Cottages provide an outstanding Margaret River experience: the chance to holiday in your own one- or two-bedroom cottage (there are four to choose from) on a delightful local property. The setting is natural bushland and the scene from the big deck is a rich symphony of bird life and song.
Each cottage has a spa bath but we opted for one of the one-bedroom Boutique Spa Cottages, which have oceanic spas as the centrepiece of their glorious bathrooms. Scattered candles
created a celestial ambience. The two-bedroom Deluxe Spa Cottages have corner spas and will appeal to couples, two couples travelling together or families. The cottages have been handcrafted by the owners and include details such as vaulted ceilings and fresh colours that produce a sense of space and light.
Ellensbrook is located close to all the region’s attractions: wineries, beaches, caves and gourmet delights. The property also borders the Rails to Trails walk and cycle track, so the energetic can bring their bikes or wander all the way to Margaret River. Or just sit back in the spa and sip a glass of local wine.
Location: 275 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 D2. Facilities: Four one- and two-bedroom cottages (king or queen and bunk bed), lounge/dining (TV, DVD, VCR and free DVD library), spa bathroom and full kitchen. One cottage with wood fire, all with RC AC, laundry, BBQ. Self-catering.
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161Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/empireretreat
Caves Road, Yallingup WA 6282Ph: 08 9755 [email protected]: Clare WallStyle: Stylish country retreat and spa
Room rates per couple: from $260 to $550Bed & full breakfastPrivate chef and gourmet platters by prior arrangementMinimum two nights at weekendsSuitable for children over 15 years
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Perth’s iconic Empire emporium created this wonderfully elegant country estate. With that pedigree, it is no surprise that guests just keep on returning for the rich delights inside the gates of Empire Retreat.
You can choose from among 10 suites and villas, each uniquely dressed in European and Asian themes. Every suite has a bush outlook from its private verandah (with outdoor shower), an indulgent ensuite and a gorgeous bed. For a little extra extravagance, try one of the villas –
they have wood-fire lit lounges and kitchenettes. Whichever lodgings you select, we know that the gourmet breakfast served in the farmhouse’s light-filled conservatory will be a highlight. The guest lounge is another opulent expression of Empire style and is warmed by a crackling fire in winter.
But the Empire’s most pampering spot is the Empire Day Spa where a full range of remedial pleasure treatments is available. Don your stylish spa robe and then wander from your room through the leafy gardens to the spa for a few hours or a day of pampering. Afterwards, head off for lunch at a local winery or relax with a book – what could be more perfect?
Location: 258 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 C2. Facilities: 10 suites and villas (queen or king, spa bath, TV, DVD, RC AC). Day spa. Outdoor spa, sauna, BBQ. Guest lounge. Full breakfast served. Private chef and gourmet platters by arrangement.
Empire Retreat and Day SpaYallingup (near Margaret River)
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2865 Blythe Road, Yallingup Siding WA 6281Ph: 08 9755 [email protected]: Anya DawsonStyle: Stylish country estate
Room rates per couple: from $200 to $300(extra guests $55 per night)Bed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nights at weekends preferredAE • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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Erravilla Country Estate is the result of the collective dreams of past owners, including the first who hand built the original homestead and the custodians who have since followed. Each has added a personal touch to make this estate what it is today.
Set on over 130 acres of gardens, forest and fields, Erravilla offers a stylish country retreat to couples, friends and even exclusive wedding parties. There are six suites here, each with spa ensuite and a fresh blend of contemporary and
country style. French doors look to views of sweeping lawns and fruit trees and draw in light to these spacious suites.
Uniquely, guests also share in the use of the original splendid homestead. The host lives elsewhere on the property so guests can relax in the spectacular lounge and grand dining room with its stone fireplace and can even make use of the kitchen to rustle up a snack. And for a wedding, imagine a marquee on the lawns and six delightful suites to accommodate the wedding party. Why hire a generic venue when you can be married and celebrate in gorgeous country style? Come as a couple, with friends or a special event group and revel in the space and special feeling.
Location: 258 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 C2. Facilities: Six suites (one king and five queen), all with spa ensuite, LCD TV, DVD. Guest lounge (wood fire), kitchen, laundry. BBQ. RC AC. Full breakfast served.
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163Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/forestrise
231 Yelverton Road, Yelverton WA 6280Ph: 08 9755 [email protected]: Julie and David BevanStyle: Secluded forest escapeWhole chalet rates per couple: $310
Whole homestead rates per couple: $525Mid-week specials available • Accommodation onlyBreakfast provisions, gourmet platters & chef by priorarrangement • Minimum two nights at weekendsCHQ • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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The name of this award-winning retreat gives a hint as to its captivating setting. As the morning sun awakens the surrounding forest, a mist rises above the natural lake creating a magical vista. While sleeping in will be entirely understandable, exploring the secluded trails of the 240-acre retreat, perhaps on the mountain bikes supplied, is definitely worthwhile.
Actually, we challenge you to leave Forest Rise. Of course, it would be a pity not to explore the many Margaret River wineries,
restaurants, farm gates, caves, walking trails and beaches. But we forgive you if you just want to stay at Forest Rise: sit on the verandah and watch the prolific birdlife; graze on a gourmet platter delivered to your door; indulge with a multi-course dinner prepared by a private chef in your chalet; bubble away in your private spa conservatory; or simply relax in front of the log fire.
For couples wanting precious time to reconnect and rejuvenate, Forest Rise Eco Retreat will provide seclusion, peace and a host of relaxing options. All you have to do is supply the romance.
Location: 260 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 D2. Facilities: 10 Eco Chalets: one or two king bedrooms, open-plan lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), dining and full kitchen, spa with glass ceiling, laundry, BBQ, RC AC; two mountain bikes per chalet. Homestead with two bedrooms, lounge, dining, full kitchen. Self-catering.
Forest Rise Eco RetreatYelverton (near Margaret River)
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162 Haag Road, Carbunup WA 6280Ph: 08 9755 [email protected]: Sally and John GloverStyle: Secluded forest retreats
Whole lodge rates per couple: from $200 to $460Accommodation only • Full or continental breakfast provisions available • Gourmet platters, private chef and spa treatments by prior arrangementMinimum two nights
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/hiddenvalley
Hidden Valley Forest Retreat is all about nesting away as a couple in total luxury. Your plans to explore the region will soon evaporate after you arrive at this cosseting hideaway.
Hidden deep within a peaceful pocket of bushland and vineyard are five very individual retreats with evocative names like Deepwater Retreat and Wilderness Cabin. Four of them offer a timeless contemporary style that harmonises beautifully with the natural environment. Large panels of glass frame unspoilt bush views
and supremely comfortable beds dressed in fine linens overlook a crackling wood fire. Deepwater Retreat and Wilderness Cabin feature outdoor spas reached by elevated walkways and the Eco Lodges offer an indoor spa. There is also the option of the rustic yet very funky Stone Stable Cottage near the main homestead.
Added indulgences include facial and body treatments, a private chef who can serve a gourmet meal in your retreat – or you might choose a scrumptious platter prepared from the finest locally sourced ingredients. Intimate lakeside weddings are a speciality and the setting will make your anniversary or special occasion unforgettable.
Location: 272 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E2. Facilities: Five Retreats: each with one bedroom (four with king, one with queen), lounge/dining (wood fire in four lodges, TV, DVD, CD), kitchenette, bathroom, private spa. RC AC. BBQ. Self-catering.
Hidden Valley Forest RetreatCarbunup River (near Margaret River)
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Corner Carters & Caves Roads, Margaret River WA 6285Ph: 08 9758 [email protected]: Paul Lane and familyStyle: Panoramic spa studios
Whole studio rates per night: from $210 to $350Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsDisabled facilitiesDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/hilltopstudios
The confluence of a magical setting, innovative architecture, Scandinavian-inspired interiors and a location somewhere between Margaret River’s village and the beach sounds too good to be true, right? Not if you’ve been to the uber chic Hilltop Studios, a place for couples who want to rejuvenate in style.
The studios command a hill that overlooks a peaceful valley of rolling pastures, contented cows and an ever-changing pageant of native birds. From the Panorama Studios, you will
be mesmerised by the sweeping valley scene whether you are lying on the leather lounge, soaking in the spa, or lazing in the grand king bed. In the Deluxe Studios, we loved bubbling in the spa with the bi-fold doors opened to the deck and glorious landscape beyond.
You can either hide away among Hilltop’s 400 acres of bushland (filled with seasonal native wildflowers) or sortie out to savour the varied delights of this famed region. Hilltop Studios is hidden in the heart of Margaret River, making it a short hop to the beach, wineries, galleries, caving adventures and fine vineyard dining. Just be sure to return in time to watch the sun set from the balcony and see the bush come alive for the nocturnal shift.
Location: 270 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E2. Facilities: Four studios: each with king bed, open-plan lounge (TV, DVD, CD), dining and kitchen, spa ensuite. BBQ, RC AC. Self-catering.
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(Exact location given on enquiry), Prevelly WA 6285Ph: 08 9381 9766 Mobile: 0411 223 289info@horizonsmargaretriver.com.auwww.horizonsmargaretriver.com.auOwner: Fiona DempseyStyle: Hilltop beach house and apartment
Whole house plus apartment rates per night: from$650 to $1,250 (up to four guests, extra guests $50 per night, maximum eight guests)Whole apartment rates per night: from $250 to $400Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsDirect Deposit • No credit card facilities
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/horizon
It’s all about the view – a truly stunning view that is completely uninterrupted. Other beach houses in Prevelly look over rooflines – but not Horizon House and Apartment. Sitting atop Leeuwin Ridge, this beauty set on eight acres of native bushland offers the most precious of commodities: complete privacy. Horizons has two choices – the main house has three king bedrooms (including a stunning master with a wraparound glass wall) and two lounges with full entertainment systems, a dining table for 10
and a full kitchen. There is also the option to add the fully self-contained apartment downstairs – or a couple can take the apartment on its own. When both are combined, Horizons can cater to eight guests in luxury.
Against the background of the sparkling ocean, mornings will be spent on leisurely breakfasts, afternoons will melt away playing tennis, and sundowners will be a prelude to a dinner party with friends. You might slip out to Leeuwin Estate for lunch, but we doubt the views will let you leave. After all, why follow the crowd when you live on the horizon?
Location: 275 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E1. Facilities: One house with separate apartment. House with three king bedrooms, two lounges, dining, full kitchen, study, laundry, plunge pool and tennis court. Apartment with one bedroom, lounge, kitchenette, spa ensuite. Self-catering, private chef and provisioning available.
Horizon House and ApartmentPrevelly (near Margaret River)
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498 Osmington Road, Margaret River WA 6285Ph: 08 9757 3630 Mobile: 0414 394 [email protected]: Jacquie Riggall and Greg KnuckeyStyle: Exceptional country villas
Whole villa rates per night: from $265 to $495(up to two guests, extra guests from $25 to $50 per night)Accommodation only (continental breakfastprovisions available)Minimum two nights at weekendsDirect Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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Australia is blessed with some truly elegant, iconic escapes that blend innovative architecture with stunning settings. It is fair to say however that Losari Retreat is a standout.
Everything about Losari is refreshingly original. The architecture and interiors of each villa are grand in conception, yet intimate in feel – each is like a petite contemporary home, created to offer elegant style and be cosseting and comfortable. Each villa design is different, but Eco-smart fireplaces, undercover Jacuzzis,
lavishly-appointed ensuites with raindance showers and elegant lounge areas are hallmarks.
The villas are located well away from each other, set amid parkland gardens dotted with mature trees, beautiful stone bridges and sweeping lawns. Some even enjoy lake views. Whichever you choose, you’ll revel in a very private world where every detail has been carefully conceived. In a place of such intrinsic beauty, it is a mere bonus that Losari is in the heart of the Margaret River wine region. Perth couples are spoilt being so close. For interstaters, Losari is the ultimate reason to board a plane and head west. Start married life here, celebrate a milestone or hide away and write a book or symphony – the choice is yours.
Location: 275 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E2. Facilities: A range of spa villas, each with one or two bedrooms, lounge/dining, full kitchen and most with private Jacuzzi spa. Self-catering.
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27 Mentelle Road (off Kilcarnup Rd), Burnside WA 0822Ph: 08 9757 [email protected]/marmaladelodgeOwners: Dawn and Rob and KlokStyle: Hand-built country lodge
Whole house rates first couple: from $240 to $330Whole studio rates first couple: from $150 to $200(extra guests $30 per night)Accommodation onlySuitable for children • Pets by arrangement
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Marmalade Lodge is a house hand built with passion – every little detail speaks to the care and attention of its creators and owners, Rob and Dawn Klok. This wonderful home is available for the sole enjoyment of just one group at a time. The name comes from the delicious preserves Dawn creates from the orchards on the property and naturally guests get to try her creations.
This is a place for family and friends to gather and enjoy each other’s company. The open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen encourage everyone
to mix and the attic lounge (reached by spiral staircase) is a sunny spot to relax and watch a movie or admire the valley views. Every detail from wrought-iron door handles to the recycled timbers and rammed earth walls creates a warm feel.
The Lodge sleeps 8-10 and can be combined with a charming studio on the property to accommodate another four. Just moments away are caves, the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and Prevelly and Gnarabup beaches. If you are planning a family reunion or holiday with friends, Marmalade Lodge is a perfect choice.
Location: 275 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E2. Facilities: One house (sleeps 8-10): four bedrooms (three queen, one double), ensuite (claw-foot bath), second bathroom; lounge, dining and kitchen (wood fire), loft TV area (balcony, sofa-bed), laundry, BBQ. Studio with one bedroom (two doubles), kitchen and bathroom. Self-catering.
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Armstrong Road (off Cowaramup Bay Road),Cowaramup WA 6285Ph: 08 9755 [email protected]: Lorraine and Richard FirthStyle: Luxury estate retreat
Villa/Lake House rates per couple: from $235 to $480(extra guests $65 per night)Bed & full breakfastMinimum two nights at weekends preferred
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/merribrook
Merribrook Retreat is one of Margaret River’s first true luxury escapes, a magnificent estate with an unsurpassed heritage. This is a private 160-acre oasis of superbly landscaped parkland gardens, pristine forest, lakes, streams and winding paths. And here nature has been augmented to make a complete resort experience, with a central lakeside lodge and an outdoor spa pavilion that watches peacefully over the waters.
Merribrook’s secluded villas have been rendered from the earth and magnificently
appointed. The Forest Edge Garden Villas are set in parkland gardens and orchards; the Lakeview Retreats feature a deep soaking tub for two and floor-to-ceiling glass with views of Lake Merribrook.
Hidden in The Valley of Good Fortune, The Lake House is Merribrook’s flagship retreat. With a lounge, dining area, a beautiful king bedroom, an inspired Japanese bathroom and a starlit outdoor spa bath, it is a superlative escape for discerning travellers. You can also add indulgent options such as a local wine tour, massage therapy, chocolate hampers and gourmet platters.
Location: 260 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 D2. Facilities: A range of villas, each with CD, DVD, heating. One Lake House (king bed, kitchen, Japanese bathroom and spa pavilion, RC AC). Lodge lounge and dining (wood fire). Pool, spa, sauna. Conference room and corporate programs. Spa therapies. Full breakfast served.
Merribrook RetreatCowaramup (near Margaret River)
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The Rosewood Guest HouseMargaret River
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/rosewood
54 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River WA 6285Ph: 08 9757 2845info@rosewoodguesthouse.com.auwww.rosewoodguesthouse.com.auHosts: Jane and Keith PurdieStyle: Traditional guest house
Room rates per couple: from $199 to $250Whole spa apartment rates per night: from $239 to $300(up to two guests, extra guests $60 per person per night)Bed & full breakfastMinimum two nights preferred
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The Rosewood Guest House is a marvellous orchestration of a cast of superlatives. Beautiful gardens, sumptuous breakfasts and elegantly appointed guest rooms all evidence a great attention to detail that has seen Rosewood garner numerous awards.
There are five ensuite guest rooms to choose from, each with space to relax and marvellous garden vignettes. Strategically placed birdbaths attract wildlife and splashes of colour change with the seasons. There is also the option of
the spa suite with master bedroom, lounge and kitchenette, which is ideal for guests travelling in a three or foursome wanting extra space.
All guests share the enjoyment of a lounge and dining room, where a legendary full breakfast is served. The covered deck overlooking the garden is the perfect place for basking in the morning sun over the morning paper or drinks before wandering to one of Margaret River townships’ many dining options. Hosts Jane and Keith Purdie pride themselves on ensuring each guest obtains the most from their visit to the region: their wealth of knowledge can steer you toward the very best based upon your interests.
Location: 270 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. 80 E2. Facilities: Five in-house ensuite rooms (king, queen). One spa suite: lounge/dining (TV, queen bed, kitchenette), second king master bedroom, ensuite (spa). Guest lounge (wood fire), dining, deck. Full breakfast served.
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thetraill
99 Bussell Highway, Margaret River WA 6285Mobile: 0409 109 [email protected]: Elizabeth Adkins and Graeme AdkinsStyle: French-inspired luxury penthouses
Whole apartment rates first couple: $300(Second couple $90 to $120 per night)Accommodation onlyGourmet hampers and platters by arrangementMinimum two nightsDirect Deposit • No credit card facilities
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The Traill is the fulfilment of the owners’ dream to give the town a gift that would enhance the streetscape and celebrate the French explorers of the region.
The name was chosen to suggest that from either of these elevated hideaways are a series of trails that will lead you to discover the riches of this marvellous region. Whether you wish to wander the gourmet trail, the artistic trail, the natural wonders or Margaret River’s world-renowned wineries, these two penthouses are your ideal starting point.
Each penthouse offers its own unique style underscored by a French sensibility. Deco penthouse evokes an era of high style, with French doors leading onto a spacious terrace. Marine penthouse has a subtle nautical feel with French shutters and a private courtyard. Whichever apartment you choose, each offers two king bedrooms (each with spa ensuite), and a spacious open-plan lounge, dining and gourmet kitchen. Below The Traill is the town’s leading fine food purveyor with whom gourmet prepared meals or platters can be arranged. This is an elegant choice for those who seek a truly refined experience in the heart of Margaret River.
Location: 272 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 E2. Facilities: Two penthouses: each with two king bedrooms (both with spa ensuites), lounge/dining (TV, Foxtel, DVD/CD), full kitchen. Terrace (Deco) or courtyard (Marine), laundry, RA AC. Self-catering.
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118 Roy Rd, Metricup WA 6280Ph: 08 9755 [email protected]: Joy and Simon EnsorStyle: Eco-sensitive spa chalets
Whole cottage rates per night: from $275 to $305Accommodation onlyFull or continental breakfast provisions and plattersavailable by prior arrangementAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/yelvertonbrook
Yelverton Brook is a conservation sanctuary that offers guests a very rustic experience in one of five chalets. This property is certified Land for Wildlife and much effort has been put into creating a safe haven for all the critters you’ll spot from dawn to dusk and well into the night.
The prolific wildlife is a key attraction here. Yelverton Brook offers you a unique way to see the woylies, bandicoots, kangaroos, possums and more than 50 species of birds from the comfort of your own outdoor hydrotherapy spa. There are
one- and two-bedroom cottages to choose from and each has its own bushland outlook and an inviting, country interior style.
The hosts cater to every detail (evident in their famous gourmet platters). Relaxing massages in the privacy of your own chalet can also be arranged. There is even an in-house chef who can be booked to provide you with a unique dining experience in your own chalet. However you spend your daytime – exploring the region’s beaches, wineries, caves and forests or just relaxing in your chalet – your evenings will be spent bubbling away in the spa counting the constellations and the visiting wildlife.
Location: 275 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 D2. Facilities: Five chalets (three two-bedroom and two one-bedroom), each with lounge/dining (TV, DVD, CD, some with optional wood fire), outdoor hydrotherapy spa, BBQ, RC AC. Self-catering.
Yelverton Brook Eco Spa RetreatMetricup (near Margaret River)
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173Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/yallinguplodge
Lot 3 Hemsley Road, Yallingup WA 6282Ph: 08 9755 2411enquiries@yallinguplodge.com.auwww.yallinguplodge.com.auHosts: Kali and Tim DixonStyle: Secluded lodge and day spa
Room rates per couple: from $220 to $320(additional person $75) • Retreat packages availableBed & full breakfast • Dinner by prior arrangementMinimum two nights at weekendsOM Day Spa open daily by appointment
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A calm, spiritual ambience pervades Yallingup Lodge and it envelops you as you enter the garden and approach the front door. Its reputation as a place of rejuvenation and relaxation reflects its Aboriginal heritage name: Yallingup means ‘place of plenty of love’.
Any season is superb at Yallingup. The guest rooms feel like tree houses perched in the forest (but with a private balcony spa). In winter, the guest lounge focuses around the roaring log fire; in summer, the shaded gardens and azure pool
are cool havens of relaxation.A highlight of any stay here is the food.
Yallingup Lodge’s cook prepares a la carte three-course dinners that are served in sublime tranquillity (there is a dining balcony) and breakfasts are equally indulgent. Since our last visit, the new OM Day Spa has been completed in the Lodge’s grounds. This place vibrates with healing and indulgence and has elevated a popular retreat into a total sensory experience. Whether you come as a couple, on your own to rejuvenate (options include yoga and detox), or as a group of friends, this secluded lodge will impress.
Location: 258 km or three hours south of Perth. Map 10. RA 80 C2. Facilities: Five ensuite rooms (two king, three queen; two also with king single or sofa-bed), each with private balcony spa, TV, DVD. Guest lounge (fire, TV, DVD, CD), balcony. Day spa, pool, tennis. Full breakfast served, dinner by prior arrangement.
Yallingup Lodge Spa RetreatYallingup (near Margaret River)
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You can’t escape much further from big city crowds, congestion and pollution than the southwest of Western Australia. But that is not the only reason why Lonely Planet recently listed the southwest as one of the world’s top 10 travel regions. They love it for its dramatic coastal landscapes, astonishing beauty and the vibrant local cultures of towns like Esperance and Denmark.
The rewards of venturing this far are many: soaring forests where you can walk through the treetops, whale watching, fantastic surfing breaks, farmgates and squeaky clean beaches of white sand to lie back on. You are travelling far from the Big Smoke and this landscape will not disappoint you… just allow enough time to make the most of it.
Balingup, at the northern entrance to the Blackwood River Valley, is a delightfully secluded little township. The famous Bibbulmun Track passes through town, offering the chance to walk part of a route that spans 400 kilometres from Perth to Albany. In town, there are galleries and shops with trinkets and bibelots fashioned by local craftspeople.
Canoeing, fishing, swimming and bushwalking are all good reasons to travel to Pemberton, which nestles in a valley surrounded by imposing karri forests. The stands of timber are broken by hillsides planted with pasture and vines - a landscape that provides inspiration to local artists and the best raw materials for wood workers.
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Some of Australia’s finest and wildest national parks are scattered across the southwest and they offer many different travel experiences ranging from rough 4WD adventures to walkways and signposted trails. One of our favourites is the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, which is on the way to Denmark.
Denmark is noted for its rugged coastline and towering karri forests. The local waters are known for marron, a freshwater crayfish, which is wonderfully complemented by a bottle of sauvignon blanc from the nearby Matilda’s Estate. The local markets showcase a marvellous cross-section of the local people and their arts, crafts and produce. Allow yourself time to smell the wildflowers,
walk the sacred forests and savour Denmark’s full platter of treats.
Just over 50 kilometres from Denmark is one of Australia’s most picturesque seaside towns, Albany. The port town commands Princess Royal Harbour and King George Sound, where humpback whales, Southern Right whales and dolphins frolic as they migrate south. Seemingly endless white-sand beaches stretch off into the distance.
You can make Albany whatever type of holiday you need: swim and sunbake at Middleton Beach and Ellen Cove, walk in Torndirrup National Park (look for Natural Bridge, a rock formation carved by the ferocious seas) or play golf at the Albany Golf Course.
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The Albany Farmers’ Market is good for anything from venison, cheese or olive oil to organic fruits and vegetables. The town has admirably preserved its historic built landscape, including the old whaling station, which now aptly houses the Whale World museum. The brig Amity is a replica of the vessel that brought the first settlers and convicts to Albany in 1826.
Esperance is surrounded by national parks and reserves and offers some of the best travel experiences in the southwest. The sand is squeaky white, the waters turquoise and the wildlife abundant. Out to sea there are about 100 islands and the locals have fought hard to preserve the area’s unspoilt beauty. There are no traffic lights here and the pace is languid and relaxed.
Don’t miss Cape Le Grand National Park, where kangaroos laze on the beach and the scenery is spectacular. The Great Ocean Drive provides a panoramic view of the islands (you can take a cruise and discover them first hand). From June to October, you can often spot Southern Right whales sheltering in the many bays and coves.
It takes an effort to reach this intriguing area of Western Australia, but the rewards offered by the Southwest to Esperance region are well worth it.
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Accredited Visitor Information Centres
We recommend visiting www.australiassouthwest.com for information on Australia’s Southwest.
Albany Old Railway Station. Ph: 08 9841 9290 Email: [email protected] www.amazingalbany.com
Bunbury Old Railway Station, Carmody Place. Ph: 08 9721 7922 Email: [email protected] www.bunburybreaks.com.au
Denmark 60 Strickland St, Denmark. Ph: 08 9848 2055 Email: [email protected] www.denmark.com.au
Esperance Museum Village, Dempster Street. Ph: 08 9071 2330 Email: [email protected] www.visitesperance.com
Nannup 4 Brockman Street. Ph: 08 9756 1211 Email: [email protected] www.nannupwa.com
Pemberton Brockman Street. Ph: 08 9776 1133 Toll free: 1800 671 133 Email: [email protected] www.pembertontourist.com.au
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179Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/ferngulley
Lot 7 Balingup to Nannup Road, Nannup WA 6275Ph: 08 9756 [email protected]: Bonnie BaxterStyle: River view country cottages
Whole cottage rates per couple: from $170 to $190(extra guests $40 per guest in Koala Cottage only)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights at weekends
Pets by arrangementDirect Deposit • MC • VI
The supporting cast for these thoroughly charming country cottages is a marvellous collection of friendly animals who parade through its peaceful setting. Peacocks strut the gardens, ducks and geese potter about and three black-faced Dorper sheep graze calmly with alpacas and donkeys. In this picturesque river-front Eden all are content to share its blessings – and that included us as guests.
Many guests have been devotedly returning for years to Fern Gulley to live the country life.
There are two styles of cottage to choose from: either a time-honoured traditional interior style (think chintz, lace and deep comfy sofas) or a very modern fitout done in rich, natural tones. Whichever you prefer, all have a spa on the balcony so you can bubble away contentedly as you gaze out over the scenery and its inhabitants.
Spend the days here relaxing in your cottage, wandering the shore of Blackwood River or bird-spotting with the aid of guidebooks thoughtfully left in each cottage by host Bonnie Baxter. Nearby is a winery for lazy lunches and there are bush trails to explore. This is a very relaxed country escape far away from city cares.
Location: 283 km or 3½ hours south of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 H3.Facilities: Three cottages: two one-bedroom with ensuites and one two-bedroom with ensuite, all with open-plan lounge, dining and full kitchen or kitchenette, deck with spa and BBQ, RC AC. Pool. Self-catering.
Fern Gulley at Blackwood River RetreatNannup
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/diamondtree
Channybearup Road, Manjimup WA 6258Ph: 08 9776 1348 Mobile: 0428 761 348farmstay@diamondtreeangus.com.auwww.diamondtreeangus.com.auHosts: Alexis and Kim GandyStyle: Lakeside country farmhouse
Whole farmhouse rates per night: $175(up to two guests, extra guests $25 per night)Accommodation only (full breakfast provisions available)Minimum two nights preferredSuitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit • No credit card facilities
Diamond Tree FarmhouseManjimup
The setting is pure magic: a picturesque lake fringed by a majestic karri forest – and Diamond Tree Farmhouse is all yours for the duration. The owners live on another farm so there will be no one to interrupt your sense of lording it over a private country domain.
The farmhouse is a beauty – a wartime resettlement home that has been fully renovated including a spacious new bathroom. There are two restful bedrooms and a lounge warmed by an open wood fire. The country kitchen will
easily cater to your family or touring party and you can eat in (at the large indoor dining table) or out (on the beautiful deck). Both spots are perfect for lazy meals in summer or winter. Guests are welcome to pick oranges, lemons and grapefruit from the orchard (we hear the cows love the lemons in particular).
But it is the grand view that dominates here. Watch swans rear their signets on the lake, see the weather roll in and out of the valley, or walk to the forest of trees beyond the lake. And when it comes time to explore, gourmet delights such as the Wine and Truffle Company and wineries are nearby. This is an idyllic country escape close to Manjimup and Pemberton.
Location: 305 km or 3½ hours south of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 H3. Facilities: One farmhouse: two bedrooms (queen), lounge (wood fire, TV, platinum Foxtel, sofa-bed, RC AC), dining, full kitchen, bathroom, expansive deck (BBQ). Self-catering.
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If you enjoy contemporary country style without any froufrou fussiness, then you will love Big Brook Retreat. These well-appointed cottages are simply charming – from their idyllic setting on a rise overlooking Big Brook Forest to their rammed limestone and Western Red Cedar construction – everything about the Retreat is designed to induce a sense of tranquillity and relaxation.
Sit on the verandah and watch the birdlife, cook up a feast in the full kitchen or fire up the BBQ. Whatever you do, make sure you stay
long enough to enjoy all that the Retreat and the Pemberton region can offer. Explore the famous karri forests, try canoeing, play golf, visit cellar doors, check out nearby restaurants and cafes, swim at Big Brook Dam and if you want to walk the Bibbulmun Track, it passes Big Brook Retreat only 1½ kilometres away.
Back at Big Brook, enjoy the log fire on cooler nights and the air-conditioning in the warmer months, though the wonderful rammed earth construction keeps everything nicely balanced throughout the year. And if you can only spare a day or two (what are you thinking?), we suggest the B&B style rooms in the homestead.
Location: 330 km or four hours south of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 J3. Facilities: Two one-bedroom spa cottages and two two-bedroom cottages, each with queen beds (one with two singles). Lounge (fire, TV, DVD, CD), dining, full kitchen, BBQ, RC AC. Self-catering.
PO Box 429, Pemberton WA 6260Ph: 08 9776 0279 Mobile: 0427 760 [email protected]: Judy and Chris GoldfinchStyle: Contemporary country cottages
Cottage rates per couple: from $160 to $210(extra guests $25 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsDirect Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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Lot 300 Hawke Road, Pemberton, WA 6260Ph: 08 9776 [email protected]: Sue and Rom NiciejewskiStyle: Country charm chalets
Whole cottage per night: from $170 to $240(up to two guests, extra guests $25 per night, children $15)Accommodation only • Full breakfast provisions availableMinimum two nights (three to four nights peak periods)Suitable for children
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It is unusual to find accommodation set within a national park, much less a working farm. Hawke Brook Chalets offers this setting, which lends to it an utterly peaceful backdrop rich in birdlife. This is a working farm that grows avocadoes and other fruits and also offers one- and two-bedroom chalets that cater to couples and families alike.
Each chalet shares equally in a superb lake view, with rolling lawns down to the water’s edge – just perfect for a summer picnic and
frolicking. There is even a playground in the garden so you know this is a family-friendly pick.
The views to the karri forests of the Warren National Park are beautiful. The 40-acre property itself is a haven and guests are encouraged to discover it. Walk a trail that meanders along the Hawke Brook and over little bridges to the Warren River. Pick some herbs or help yourself to kiwi fruit. And don’t be surprised if the four chocolate labradors who call this farm their home accompany you – they are guaranteed to be a hit with the kids. You’ll meet geese that think they are swans, guinea fowl that are farm workers in disguise (keeping the farm pest free) and a pet cow that never seems to move. Intrigued? You and the kids will love it.
Location: 330 km or four hours south of Perth. Map 11. RA 80 G5. Facilities: One- and two-bedroom chalets, each with lounge, dining, wood fire, full kitchen and deck. BBQ, laundry. Self-catering.
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Vasse Highway, Pemberton WA 6260Ph: 08 9776 1195salitage@karriweb.com.auwww.salitagesuites.citysearch.com.auOwners: John and Jennifer HorganStyle: Magical winery and cottages
Whole cottage rates one bedroom per night: $250(second bedroom $100 per night)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights (three nights at peak periods)MC • VI
Salitage Estate is Pemberton’s flagship winery and one of Western Australia’s most notable. Set within a forest overlooking this stunning estate are four luxury cottages that offer a superlative experience to match the quality of the wines for which Salitage is rightly famous.
Each cottage is lightly placed within a forest of tall trees and carefully tended gardens that blend into the natural bush. The tranquillity is profound: streams flow past each cottage, catching the soft morning light. At night this
arboretum is floodlit to magical effect. Every detail is impressive, from the manicured grounds to the design of the cottages. Each cottage has two master bedrooms with their own ensuites and a wood fire in the central lounge, which looks out over the forest and estate beyond. Much of the furniture in these superb rooms was handmade by artisans using timber from the property, adding a sublimely elegant ambience.
A special pleasure for guests is the inevitable invitation to enjoy a personal winery tour and tasting. Novices, wine enthusiasts and experts relish this chance, which is tailored to your level of knowledge. Our advice? Don’t miss the Salitage experience.
Location: 330 km or four hours south of Perth. Map 11. RA 80 G5.Facilities: Four cottages: each with two ensuite bedrooms (king), lounge/dining (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), kitchenette. Fans. BBQ. Cellar door. Self-catering.
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It is hard to visualise that this parkland garden was once bare paddocks, yet it’s true. Two sisters shared a dream to create an Eden on the south coast and turned a blank canvas into Tree-Elle Retreat: a symphonic creation encompassing gardens, exclusive accommodation, day spa facilities and even cute farm animals.
In a series of garden ‘rooms’ there is a fairytale-like grove of silver birch embracing a mirrored sculpture, a walled garden surrounding the Coffee Coop (help yourself to the coffee machine
and treats), a vegetable garden where guests may forage and beautiful vistas out to the coastline.
Within this verdant setting are five houses, each individually decorated in soothing tones with artworks, vases brimming with flowers from the garden and bowels of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables. Each house is self-contained and has its own garden outlook and sunny terrace. Spend your days wandering the garden, having a day spa treatment, exploring the region (the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk is nearby) or simply relaxing in sumptuous style in this sublime setting
Location: 400 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 81 J9. Facilities: Five houses: three- and four-bedroom (king and queen), lounge (TV, DVD, VCR, CD and DVD/VCR library), dining, full kitchen, with two or three bathrooms. Laundry. BBQ. Coffee Coop, Massage Spa Studio. Full breakfast provisions provided.
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Tree-Elle RetreatBow Bridge (between Denmark and Walpole)
4993 South Coast Highway, Bow Bridge WA 6333Ph: 08 9840 [email protected]: Elle MackayStyle: Extraordinary country sanctuary
Whole rates per night first couple: from $290 to $310(extra guests from $40 to $45 per night)Bed & full breakfast provisionsSuitable for childrenDisabled facilitiesAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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185Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/nutkin
Peaceful Bay was an inspired choice for Linda and Chris Hoskins’ tree-change move from suburban Perth to raise their family in the beauty of Western Australia’s southwest. They found that perfect combination of ocean, nature and, yes, peacefulness.
Nutkin Lodge has two family friendly chalets that are set well apart from each other. Each is decorated in a fresh contemporary style with three unfussy bedrooms, a lounge and full kitchen. There are ocean views from both
chalets, which points to why this is such a marvellous place for a holiday that combines bush adventures with beach fun. But the ocean is not the only thing you’ll see from your balcony: expect to spot kangaroos, sea eagles and possums as you dine alfresco with backing songs from the countless birds.
This property is under the Land for Wildlife program, and importantly is within the five square kilometres in the world that the Ficifolia tree is endemic. And being adjacent to the Bibbulmun Track, nature lovers are spoilt for walks: the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and Dinosaur Museum are close by.
Location: 400 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 81 K9.Facilities: Two chalets, each with three bedrooms (two queen and one twin singles, plus trundle and foldaway), lounge (TV, DVD, CD and libraries), dining, full kitchen, laundry, BBQ.Fans, gas heater. Self-catering.
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Nutkin LodgePeaceful Bay (between Denmark and Walpole)
RMB 372 Ficifolia Road, Peaceful Bay WA 6333Ph: 08 9840 8650 Mobile: 0419 953 [email protected]: Linda and Chris HoskinsStyle: Country ocean-view chalets
Whole chalet rates per couple: from $145 to $175(extra guests from $25 to $40 per night)Accommodation only Minimum two nights preferredSuitable for childrenAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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1572 South Coast Highway, Denmark WA 6333Ph: 08 9848 [email protected]: Beverley and Don FordStyle: Hillside chalets
Whole chalet rates per night: from $155 to $255(up to 2 guests, extra guests $20 to $30 per night)Bed & continental breakfast provisions (first morning)Minimum two nights
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If the quality of your past life has predetermined your karma in this one, you must have been very good indeed for fate to bring you to Karma Chalets. The outlook over this bush nirvana is simply mesmerising and time spent in its contemplation is a gain not a loss.
We frankly loved the Australianness of the Kama Chalets’ setting, from the timber chalets themselves to the karri forests that surround them. The ten chalets – each with one or two bedrooms and some also with a loft – are set on
a hill under the shade of eucalypts. They provide plenty of choices for couples and families. The chalets are impeccably presented and reflect real attention to detail. They range from the stylish new couples’ havens to traditionally styled chalets. All are warmed by a wood fire and most have a two-person spa.
The hosts have thoughtfully provided feeders for the myriad birds who come to watch the guests and kangaroos often hop across the property to take a look too. Karma Chalets works in with a wilderness touring provider that can introduce you to the natural and gourmet wonders of this region. Ask about the packages when you book.
Location: 420 km or 4½ hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K5. Facilities: Ten chalets: with one or two bedrooms (some with loft), lounge/dining (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), kitchen, two bathrooms (eight with spa, two with bath). Continental breakfast provisions provided.
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Minsterly Road, Denmark WA 6333Ph: 08 9384 [email protected]: Lauris and Ian GroseStyle: Waterfront residence
Whole house rates per night: from $200 to $250Accommodation onlyMinimum two nights CHQ • Direct Deposit
The approach down a gently winding drive sets the scene for the sublime experience of staying at The Coombe. This architect-designed jewel resonates with calmness and light in its grove of tall karri trees, framed by fine waterfront views of Wilson Inlet. The Coombe is only available as a whole house, leaving guests to enjoy the property all by themselves.
The Coombe celebrates the majesty of its location and was inspired by the hexagonal Usonian designs of Frank Lloyd Wright. The
built structure is made of rammed earth, glass and timber and fits with graceful harmony into its pristine surrounds. There are two bedrooms (each with its own ensuite) and an open-plan lounge and dining with a wall of glass to showcase the forest and water views. A spacious deck offers an ideal vantage point over breakfast or drinks at sunset to admire the prolific bird life.
Denmark is a perfect base for exploring the riches of the region. Close by are the beautiful Elephant Rocks and Greens Pools and to the west is the Valley of the Giants and the Tree Top Walk. To the east is Albany and the region is dotted with wildflowers, wineries, galleries and whale watching opportunities.
Location: 420 km or 4½ hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K5. Facilities: One house: two bedrooms (queen) each with ensuite, open-plan living and dining (wood fire, TV, VCR, CD), full kitchen. Laundry, carport. BBQ. Self-catering.
The CoombeDenmark
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The name alone suggests carefree, youthful days – the air filled with sea breezes, birdsong and the soft sounds of world music coming from the stereo. Woodstock is an idyllic blend of karri timber architecture and contemporary furnishings in an earthy bushland setting. This is a house with soul, perfectly in tune with its natural surrounds.
We loved Woodstock’s warm ambience, wide decks and spacious second-floor lounge (with a crackling wood fire, of course) and distant sea views. The rooms are light-filled and open.
It is so easy to imagine the tribe relaxing into holidays filled with cheerful chatter over long lunches here. The downstairs games room will delight the kids. Woodstock has three bathrooms and three bedrooms (seven can sleep here) with beds dressed in fresh linens.
Whether you like swimming, fishing or beachcombing there is a beach to suit only minutes away. The Bibbulmun Track is close to Woodstock and Denmark township is 10 minutes by car. Visit the food co-op for organic goodies or relax with a chai latte and let the country air rejuvenate your spirit. There is no doubt the fond memories of Woodstock will be remembered for years.
Location: 420 km or 4½ hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K5. Facilities: One house: three bedrooms, open-plan lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD; libraries), dining and full kitchen. Games room. Laundry. BBQ. Self-catering.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/woodstock
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(Exact location on enquiry), Denmark WA 6333Ph: 08 9385 [email protected]: Rosie Harris, Private PropertiesStyle: Charming timber holiday house
Whole house rates per night: from $257 to $340(up to seven guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum three to seven nights depending on seasonSuitable for children
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WoodstockDenmark
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/sunshinefarmstay
524 Meanwood Road, Torbay WA 6330Ph: 08 9845 [email protected]: Darlene and Geoff BurkinStyle: Charming country farm house
Whole house rates per night: from $120 to $140(up to two guests, extra guests $20 per night)Accommodation onlySuitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit
A Sunshine FarmstayTorbay (between Albany and Denmark)
A Sunshine Farmstay is a truly enchanting name, suggesting a happy place for family holidays. Set within a grassy glen shaded by tall trees, this charming three-bedroom home is for the exclusive use of one family at a time.
When you arrive, the aroma of fresh baked bread wafts out the front door – the hosts prepare your country escape with personal touches including homemade jams and thirsty towels. All you need to do is arrive with your supplies of favourite foods and settle into country life.
The kids will love the endless lawns on which to play, the millions of stars at night and the 60 species of birds that call this idyllic farm their home. ‘Farmstay’ implies critters, and the hosts (who live on the farm up the hill) are happy to show the kids their chooks, cows and sheep if the demands of their farming schedule allow. This is a place to take the kids on adventures, relax by the wood fire and cook up a country feast or BBQ and enjoy a wine or two. And being equidistant between Denmark and Albany, you won’t be short of tours and attractions for a week or more of activities.
Location: 431 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K6. Facilities: One house: three bedrooms (queen, queen and single and twin singles), two lounges (wood fire, TV, DVD, CDs), full kitchen, laundry. One Cottage: two bedrooms (queen and twin singles), lounge (TV, DVD, CD), kitchen. BBQs. Self-catering.
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Cnr Lower King and Harbour Roads, Albany WA 6330Ph: 08 9844 [email protected]: Rosie DevisonStyle: Cosmopolitan lodge with garden
Room rates per couple: from $145 to $195Special rates for stays of three or more nightsBed & full breakfastAE • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
The richly cosmopolitan ambience of Flinders Park Lodge has a sound pedigree – host Rosie Devison’s life and career across the continents. Her roots are North American, she has lived in Asia and worked for celebrated hoteliers including Four Seasons and Hyatt. She brings a lifetime of hospitality skills – and her marvellous collection of art and antiques – to Flinders Park Lodge.
This transformation impresses us: Rosie has taken a traditional B&B and turned it into
a stylish, world-class lodge. Picture a colonial-style hotel transported to WA’s southwest and you get the picture. There are eight gorgeous rooms, each skilfully decorated with fine linen and handpicked furnishings. The windows look to a lake set in superb parkland gardens or a tranquil courtyard.
Guests relish the superb gourmet breakfast served each morning in the elegant dining room, with its views out the bay window to the gardens. The menu features the freshest ingredients including homemade jams. Couples come here for the peace, brides for the elegance, families to reunite, and artists or writers for fresh inspiration.
Location: 410 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K6.Facilities: Eight guest rooms (five king bed and three queen bed), all with TV (some with DVD), six with ensuite and two with private bathrooms. Guest lounge, dining room. Extensive gardens, BBQ. Internet. Full breakfast served.
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The Rocks AlbanyAlbany
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182-188 Grey Street West, Albany WA 6330Ph: 08 9842 5969 Mobile: 0418 945 [email protected]: Noelene EvansStyle: Exceptional historic mansion
Room rates per couple: from $355 to $455Bed & full breakfastDisabled facilitiesAE • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
This grand mansion with sweeping views over Albany’s Princess Royal Harbour has an impeccable pedigree. Built in 1882, it served as a summer residence for the state’s governors. And with one of the finest renovations of a historic house we have seen, The Rocks Albany is now the choice for discerning guests wanting a piece of living history – with a dash of luxury and decadence.
This iconic building will no doubt impress, but it is the painstaking renovation inside that
blew us away. There is a choice of six sumptuous ensuite rooms most with water or garden views. The Victorian-era restoration carries through to the fine soft furnishings, handcrafted furniture, antiques and truly indulgent bathrooms. Then there’s the music room and library (with bay views), the Sunset Lounge (with its clubby feel), the cosy media room (with home theatre), billiard table and, of course, the indulgent gourmet breakfast served each morning.
In fact, the services offered by Noelene Evans and her family are more akin to a small boutique hotel, making this unique property Albany’s leading historic accommodation choice.
Location: 410 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K6.Facilities: Six ensuite guestrooms (king, queen or twin single; four with bath or spa), TV, DVD, RC AC. Music room, library, billiard room, lounge and sitting room (gas fire, plasma TV, DVD) and dining room. Full breakfast served.
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The name implies a kaleidoscope of colour and that’s what this charming hilltop hideaway delivers. It has an utterly beguiling ‘shabby chic’ style that melds old with new to enormous effect. Lantana is a cool pad with a warm soul.
Lantana’s breezy white backdrop is splashed with decorations and furnishings in funky colours. Yellow chesterfields, orange and pink wingbacks and sparkling chandeliers have been craftily combined to enchanting effect. Mod cons such as a huge plasma TV have not
been forgotten. Guests have the whole house to themselves, with two queen bedrooms (one with a sunroom-style bedroom – separated by French doors – with two singles) and a small third bedroom with another single bed. Seven can sleep here in comfort.
The location is unbeatable: a wonderful view over Middleton and just a stroll down the hill to the beach, a gourmet food store and cafe, and a traditional fish-and-chippery. If beach holidays are about refreshing the faded echoes of past sunny times and instilling bright new memories, then Lantana will be for you. It is an exuberant, uninhibited makeover that combines country charm with city chic.
Location: 410 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K6. Facilities: One house: three bedrooms (one queen, one with queen plus two singles and one single), lounge (TV, DVD), kitchen/dining, bathroom, laundry, deck. Self-catering.
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LantanaAlbany (Middleton Beach)
3 Checkers Walk, Albany WA 6330Ph: 08 9385 [email protected]: Rosie Harris, Private PropertiesStyle: Effervescent seaview house
Whole house rates per night: from $240 to $300(up to seven guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum three to seven nights depending on seasonSuitable for children
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193Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/oceanmist
We now know why the shining white sands of Middleton Beach draw visitors from around the world – it’s gorgeous. And for families or groups of couples sharing and cooking and laughing together, we have found the ideal modern villa just a stroll from the beach: Ocean Mist.
This place is all about fun. In the entertainment courtyard there is a big four-person spa with evening views straight to the starlit skies above, perfect after a busy day of activity. We love the fact that there are two
bathrooms (no queues for a family at the start of each morning), a full kitchen to cook up a feast for all, and quality furnishings in the spacious lounge. Corporate guests will love the extra features such as a security system and undercover off-street parking.
Everything is a walk nearby: the beach, Albany, the dining spots of Emu Point or Middleton Beach, and the Albany golf course is right next door (a natural course that follows the dunes). Plus there are whale watching, fishing, wilderness and wineries to discover nearby. Whether you are staying for work or holidaying for sheer pleasure Ocean Mist Villa is perfect.
Location: 410 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K6.Facilities: One villa: three bedrooms (two queen, one with ensuite, and one twin king singles). Lounge/dining (TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen, bathroom, laundry. Outdoor therapeutic spa, BBQ. Internet, RC AC. Self-catering.
Ocean Mist VillaAlbany (Middleton Beach)
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24 Barry Court, Middleton Beach WA 6331Ph: 08 9844 3540 Mobile: 0427 443 [email protected]: Rob and Helen MavayStyle: Fun beachside villa
Whole villa rates first couple: from $160 to $210(extra guests $20 per night)Accommodation onlyFull breakfast or provisions by prior arrangementSuitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit • No credit card facilities
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194 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/thebeachhouse
33 Barry Court, Middleton Beach WA 6330Ph: 08 9844 8844luxury@thebeachhouseatbayside.com.auwww.thebeachhouseatbayside.com.auHosts: Janet and Keith HillamStyle: Luxurious beachside lodge
Room rates per couple: from $243 to $328(extra guest in Garden Suite: $50)Bed & full breakfastDinner by prior arrangement • Disabled facilitiesAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
The Beach House at Bayside is a delightful boutique hotel and one of Albany’s premier lodgings. It makes no apologies for its elite burnish: the aim is to provide discerning guests with a superlative experience thanks to the quality of its appointments and its unsurpassed commitment to service. There are king and queen rooms in the main house (ideal for two couples travelling together) and a guest living room and library.
We love the sumptuous spa suites in The Colonnade Wing and the two-storey Garden
Suite with its romantic vaulted-ceiling bedroom (a totally enchanting architectural folly). The European panache here is enhanced by collectable curios from around the world, a distinctive Australian style (including original artworks, many by local artists) and a sun-kissed pristine beachfront location.
Try whale spotting during your sunrise walk along the beach and return for a real treat: The Beach House is celebrated for its gourmet buffet and a la carte breakfast and will delight all aficionados of the morning meal. After this indulgent start, you are ready for a day of exploring the wineries, history and coastline of this scenic region.
Location: 410 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 K6. Facilities: A range of king and queen rooms and suites, each with ensuite, most with spa. Guest lounge, dining and courtyard garden. Full buffet and a la carte breakfast provided.
The Beach House at BaysideAlbany (Middleton Beach)
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Every now and again you discover a secret place to escape and wonder whether you should share it with friends or not. But when something is as superlative as Woodlands Retreat, it really deserves to be spoken of - if only in whispers to very close friends.
Set within a secluded valley overlooking the Porongurup ranges, this couples’ hideaway derives its beauty not only from the inspiring setting but the clever design. A spacious deck unites two pavilions - one houses a glorious living, dining and
kitchen and up a level is a queen bedroom with ensuite. The other pavilion is for the indulgence offered by a hydrotherapy spa. Both share in the panoramic views so whether you are relaxing fireside, sipping Champagne on the star-lit deck or rejuvenating in the spa, the changing mountain scene unfolds before you.
In a quiet moment (and there are many) you really can feel a spiritual vibe emanating from the mountains, the valley and the wildlife that comes to drink at the dam below. It is true there are wineries nearby, a gourmet Thai restaurant up the road and mountain walks to undertake. But we’re willing to bet that once arrived you’ll never want to leave.
Location: 366 km or 41/2 hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 J6. Facilities: One chalet: one ensuite bedroom (queen), lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, Bose entertainment system), dining, full kitchen, spa pavilion. Laundry, BBQ. AC. Self-catering.
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(Exact location given on enquiry) Porongurup WA 6324 Ph: 08 9853 2323woodlands.retreat@westnet.com.auwww.woodlandsretreat.com.auHosts: Alison and Michael PhippsStyle: Secret valley hideaway
Whole chalet rates per couple: from $225 to $275Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Woodlands RetreatPorongurup (near Mount Barker and Albany)
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/cloudnine
278 Moorialup Road, East Porongurup WA 6324Ph: 08 9853 1111cloudninespachalets@bordernet.com.auwww.cloudninespachalets.com.auOwners: Stan and Shelley SypkoStyle: Heavenly spa chalets
Whole chalet rates per night: from $170 to $240(use of second bedroom from $15 to $30 per night)Accommodation only • Full breakfast provisions and wood-fired pizzas by prior arrangementMinimum two nights • Suitable for children
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Cloud Nine Spa ChaletsEast Porongurup (near Albany)
With the names ‘Arcadia’ and ‘Eden’, it’s easy to see why Cloud Nine Spa Chalets are all about divine relaxation. Each chalet offers two bedrooms, an open-plan lounge, dining and full kitchen and both are decorated in contemporary style. The level of detailing is truly impressive and host Shelley Sypko is passionate about creating a magical experience. Guests can expect fluffy robes, chocolates, candles and a few surprises too.
Undoubtedly a key attraction are the spas. Arcadia has a lovely spa bathroom and Eden
features a marvellous fully enclosed second lounge with hydrotherapy spa, sauna and relaxation area. Importantly, the two chalets are well apart from each other so privacy is assured and both enjoy views of the Stirling Ranges.
Shelley is a certified massage therapist so another highlight is to have a massage in the privacy of your own chalet – this is so popular you must book in advance to avoid disappointment. If you are seeking a romantic escape (with your own angel in tow), this is heaven.
Location: 400 km or five hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 J6. Facilities: Two chalets: each with two bedrooms (one queen and one double and king single or single bunk), lounge (wood fire, TV, DVD, CD), dining and full kitchen, RC AC, BBQ. Eden with outdoor room with hot tub and sauna. Arcadia with spa bathroom. Massage treatments available by prior arrangement. Self-catering.
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Kendenup Lodge and Cottages is a real surprise on many levels. What began as a tree change for Linda Harris and her family has grown into a country property that offers untold pleasurable experiences for couples, families and groups.
The Lodge features superbly appointed and comfortable guest rooms that are a short amble from the relaxing guest lounge and bar. Or you might select one of the cottages that are set within Kendenup’s bushland. The two family cottages have great views of the Stirling Ranges.
Note to romantic couples: the deliciously named Cottage of Indulgence fully lives up to its name and offers a spa with a unique difference – on request, sparkling wine is on tap while you bubble away. A chef is available for a private dinner and the butler would be great fun for a relaxing girls’ night out.
Kendenup Lodge also caters for functions, including weddings and corporate events (for business groups, the gym is a real hit). The property can accommodate parties of up to 36. The purpose-built function centre has its own separate bar and can be tailored in theme and menu to suit your desire.
Location: 353 km or 4½ hours southeast of Perth. Map 11. RA 82 J6. Facilities: Three two-bedroom cottages (each with lounge, dining, one with spa) and Lodge Rooms (TV, ensuite). Function centre, two bars, gym. BBQs, mountain bikes. Full breakfast available. Self-catering (cottages).
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Kendenup Lodge and CottagesKendenup (near Albany)
217 Moorilup Road, Kendenup WA 6323Ph: 08 9851 [email protected]: Linda HarrisStyle: Cottages, lodge rooms and functionsLodge room rates per couple: $160
Whole cottage rates first couple: from $200 to $350(extra couples in cottage from $50 to $100 per night)Accommodation onlyFull breakfast and dinner by prior arrangementSuitable for children • Pets welcome
Disabled facilities • AE • Direct Deposit Eftpos • MC • VI
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The view from Esperance B&B by the Sea is quite simply a living postcard. Laid out before you in panoramic beauty are the islands of the Recherche Archipelago, floating like a string of pearls in an azure sea. Imagine seeing this view as you lift your head off your pillow in the morning, as you shower, and as you breakfast on the balcony.
This purpose-built B&B is quietly hidden a short stroll away from Blue Haven beach (one of the most idyllic beaches we’ve seen). There are
three rooms in the guest wing, which also has a lounge and dining and a marvellous deck with a breathtaking vista of the Bay of Islands. Breakfast here is a delicious treat, particularly host Heather Gee’s homemade jams, fruits and cooked selections (tailored to guests’ tastes).
Esperance is an all-seasons destination. Throughout the year beachcombing, nature walks and island cruises to spot dolphins and seals (and, in season, whales) are popular pursuits. We advise booking in advance for the splendid wildflower season, which peaks in September and October. Heather has lived in Esperance for many years and can advise on activities such as diving, fishing, dining and coastal exploration.
Location: 735 km or nine hours southeast of Perth. Map 12. RA 83 G13.Facilities: Three rooms (two queen, one twin), all with private bathroom. Guest lounge (TV, DVD, library), guest kitchenette, deck (BBQ), RC AC. Full breakfast served.
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Esperance B&B by the SeaEsperance
Lot 34 Stewart Street, Esperance WA 6450Ph: 08 9071 5640 Mobile: 0408 903 [email protected]: Heather and Stephen GeeStyle: Island view bed and breakfast
Room rates per couple: from $140 to $160Bed & full breakfastDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Member: BBFAA
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199Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/islandview
14-15 The Esplanade, Esperance WA 6450Ph: 08 9072 0044admin@esperanceapartments.com.auwww.esperanceapartments.com.auManagers: Katie and Jason RiggsStyle: Troppo beach apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $180 to $350Accommodation only (continental breakfast provisions available)Minimum two nights at weekendsSuitable for children • Disabled facilities
AE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos MC • VI
The design brief to renowned architects Troppo, was easy: create stunning beachfront apartments where every apartment soaks in the fabulous view to the Bay of Islands, provide plenty of space and a private courtyard garden, and make sure everything is imbued with a striking coastal style with a crisp, contemporary twist.
The result: Esperance Island View Apartments. We loved these multi-award-winning apartments on our last visit and since then they have been zhushed up with plasma TVs and new linen,
leather lounges and BBQs. What hasn’t changed is the choice of bedroom configurations, big living areas for relaxed entertaining, cool terracotta and timber floors, gourmet kitchens and soaring ceilings that flood in natural light.
And while the apartments invite lazy days doing nothing, we do suggest exploring the unspoilt natural wilderness of this superb area. There are myriad white sandy beaches to explore (most with nary a footprint to be seen), hire a bike or kayak, cruise the hundreds of islands offshore, or simply relax on your island-view balcony and spot whales and dolphins passing by.
Location: 735 km or nine hours southeast of Perth. Map 12. RA 83 G13. Facilities: Ten one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments (one and two levels), each with lounge (TV, DVD, CD), kitchen, dining, balcony; six with spas. Laundry, Internet, BBQ. Bike and kayak hire. Self-catering.
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Broome and Australia’s Northwest
Camel ride on Cable Beach, Broome
The outback occupies an iconic space in the Australian imagination: somewhere over the horizon where the immensity of nature rules and humans are dwarfed by the grandeur of the landscape. In this part of Western Australia the icon becomes reality with all the wild beauty and spectacular sights that involves. This is the land where the Aboriginal Dreaming still echoes from the rocks, trees, rivers and lagoons.
Those who haven’t visited often have a monochromatic view of the outback, but it is full of contrasts. The verdant line of coast around Broome fades away into the vast savannah lands of The Kimberley. Think of the film Australia and you begin to get the picture.
The landscape has imposed itself on the culture of those who live here: they are laconic and laid-back but ready to help dig a stranger’s car out of a hole. The red-brown soil, wispy spinifex, dramatic gorges and dry river beds that flood in the flash of the wet are the stage upon which nature and humans create a character-filled pantomime.
The outback is easily accessible from Perth, unlike many other big Australian cities. Mount Magnet is the last remaining gold rush town in the region and makes a perfect base for outback forays. The wildflowers are beautiful here after winter rains.
Far to the north, Broome has matured into a leading destination for travellers seeking that
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World-renowned Broome pearls Historic facade of the Pearlers Row, Broome
most elusive experience: outback ambience with a culturally cosmopolitan gloss. Broome has it. From its early pearling days, Broome welcomed people of Japanese, Chinese, Malaysian and Middle Eastern origin who together have created a unique and endur-ing culture. Yet Broome has an undeniably outback Aussie flavour - and the result is an enchantingly diverse travel experience.
The heart of Broome is Chinatown. It thrums with cafes and restaurants, which are interspersed with pearl emporiums filled with innovative and beautiful tributes to the white jewel of the sea. You never need to hurry in Broome; it’s all languid relaxation.
Sunset on Cable Beach has become a standard Broome photo opportunity - with good reason.
As the tropic sky blushes shades of red and orange, it is time to just sit back and soak up the atmosphere with a cocktail before dining at one of the beachside restaurants. And yes, you can climb aboard a camel caravan along the beach or cruise the evening waters on an old pearling lugger.
Broome is a great starting point for adventure tours into the Kimberley - and what an adventure awaits you. Few Australians fully appreciate the extraordinary beauty of the Kimberley region. It is a landscape of vast savannah lands, deeply carved gorges and craggy rock outcrops. But don’t just drive off into the wild blue yonder hoping to find something special… it’s too big for that.
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There are many tour companies, accommodation hosts and guides who appreciate their region’s extraordinary flora, fauna and ancient Aboriginal rock art. Seek them out and learn how to reach the Kimberley’s natural wonders, whether it be by 4WD, canoe, light plane or helicopter. And don’t just slip into your luxury tent or
four-poster station bed at night without standing awe-struck before the majestic night sky.
The conventional wisdom is that you should only visit the North in the dry season (May to October) but we challenge that view. The wet season (November to April) is a time of myriad beauties: great rolling clouds interspersed by fabulous light shows, the land alive with greenery and flowers and few other tourists to share the pool with or compete for hotel rooms. Our advice: dress appropriately, turn your activity metre back to “slow” and enjoy a rare environmental experience.
The remote interior and north of Western Australia is a treasure trove of both mineral wealth and stunning landscapes. It offers a range of activities, sights and sounds that can only be found in a land which has been continuously settled for more than fifty centuries. Some time in your life, you should find the time to see this wondrous land.
Iconic Boab trees by moonlight, The Kimberley
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Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art discovered near Kimberley Coastal Camp (page 205)
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Broome Corner Broome Highway and Bagot Road. Ph: 08 9192 2222 Email: [email protected] www.broomevisitorcentre.com.au
Derby 2 Clarendon Street. Ph: 08 9191 1426 Toll free: 1800 621 426 Email: [email protected] www.derbytourism.com.au
Kununurra Lot 75 Coolibah Drive. Ph: 08 9168 1177 Email: [email protected] www.kununurratourism.com
Esperance Museum Village, Dempster Street. Ph: 08 9071 2330 Email: [email protected] www.visitesperance.com
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Admiralty Gulf, North Kimberley WA(PO Box 9038 Nicholson Rd, Subiaco WA 6008)Mobile: 0417 902 006info@kimberleycoastalcamp.com.auwww.kimberleycoastalcamp.com.au Hosts: Rocky Terry and Bella HardingStyle: Remote luxury camp
Room rates per couple: from $795 to $1,590Rates include all meals and fully guided adventuresTransfers from Darwin, Kununurra or Broome additionalPackages availableSuitable for children
CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
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Where in the world can you journey by light plane and helicopter to a secluded place that blends cuisine, rock art and unbelievable fishing? Kimberley Coastal Camp is such a rare experience and for those who make the journey the impact is always deeply profound. This is spiritual ground.
Guests stay in rustic gazebos with fine linens and water views. The mix of Bella’s superb but unfussy cuisine, warm characters like bushy Rocky Terry and an itinerary of daily activities
completely tailored to the whim and interests of each guest makes this more like staying in style with an outback family.
The rate is fully inclusive of adventures and food. Guests can choose to fish or set out to discover the breathtaking and mysterious Gwion Gwion Aboriginal rock art that few humans have ever seen or simply relax in the open-air lounge. Wake with the sunrise, graze on a leisurely breakfast and plan a day of adventure replete with great food, fun and the rhythm of nature. This is a truly wondrous place you will never forget.
Location: 1½ hour light plane and helicopter flight from Kununurra, Broome or Darwin. Map 14. RA 89 B10. Facilities: Luxury camp: six guest gazebos, each with king bed/twin singles, fly-screen walls, ceiling fan, sea views. Outdoor bathrooms (private showers and toilets). Open-air lodge with lounge/dining. Pool. Guided fishing, walking, wildlife and rock art tours. Fully catered.
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The Kimberley Grande captures the colours and textures of the Kimberley and celebrates the spirit of this extraordinary region. This outback resort has a distinctive homestead feel and lodged the cast and crew of the movie Australia.
Guests can choose from a range of rooms and suites, all featuring cool polished concrete floors, contemporary tones and many with original artworks. Each offers an outdoor seating area, many looking onto the resort pool. The Grande Bistro’s a la carte menu offers seafood, beef,
lamb, pasta and wood fired pizzas. Guests can also relax in the KG bar which has a supersize screen, lounge and its own menu.
Kununurra is the gateway to a range of experiences and adventures and the town offers many attractions including cruising Lake Argyle, fine Aboriginal art galleries, a tour of the Argyle Diamond Mine and scenic flights over the Purnululu (Bungle Bungle) National Park and Mitchell Falls and more. Whether you are passing through Kununurra to other Kimberley adventures or staying several days to explore the East Kimberley, The Kimberley Grande offers the outback with distinctive style.
Location: East Kimberley; flights from Broome or Darwin. Map 14. RA 89 D14. Facilities: Hotel: a range of rooms and suites, all with king bed, flat-screen TV, Internet, RC AC. Restaurant and bar. Pool, tour desk. Guest laundry. Conference and function facilities. Full breakfast served.
20 Victoria Highway, Kununurra WA 6743Ph: 08 9193 8340 Freecall: 1800 746 [email protected] Manager: Gyan PillayStyle: Resort and conference centre
Room rates per couple: from $160 to $350Accommodation only • Full breakfast availableSuitable for childrenDisabled facilitiesAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VIMember: Pinctada Resorts & Hotels
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Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/mornington
Broome and Australia’s Northwest
Via Gibb River Road, Derby WA 6728Freecall: 1800 631 946 Ph: 08 9191 7406mornington@australianwildlife.orgwww.australianwildlife.orgReservations: Diane ScarsiStyle: Safari-style eco camp
Whole safari tent rate per person: $250Rate include all mealsTwo night stay recommendedDaily guided tours availableSuitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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A stay at Mornington Wilderness Camp opens a window to the extraordinary work of the Australian Wildlife Conservancy, an independent, non-profit organisation dedicated to conserving Australia’s threatened wildlife and ecosystems.
Mornington is just one of 21 sanctuaries that AWC operates, each focused on saving Australia’s most endangered species (one of Mornington’s stars is the beautiful Gouldian Finch). Guests stay in spacious safari-style luxury
tents with ensuites and fresh linen. Spend your time on self-guided day tours (notes provided), canoe spectacular gorges or book a guided tour with their naturalist guide to further enhance your Mornington experience.
Beyond the stylish tents, the restaurant serves great food, wine and hearty picnic hampers. Mornington is unique in that AWC focuses on conservation work, with a visitor facility to educate and inspire guests. It has the only genetics lab in the Kimberley, making it a place of innovative research – find out more at a free information evening. For campers doing the Gibb River Road, Mornington also offers a campground and the bonus of its restaurant.
Location: 4WD self-drive or light airplane from Broome or Kununurra. Map 14. RA 89 G10. Facilities: Ten safari tents, each with queen and/or single beds, ensuite, mini-bar, deck. Restaurant, bar and interpretive centre. Daily guided or self-drive tours available. All meals included.
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Divers Bell Bed & BreakfastBroome
Broome and Australia’s Northwest
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/diversbell
22 Piggott Way (PO Box 1227), Broome WA 6725Ph: 08 9192 5548 Mobile: 0423 336 [email protected] Hosts: Ari and Shaun OldroydStyle: Intimate tropical B&B
Room rates per couple: from $145 to $200Bed & continental breakfastCHQ • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: BBFFA
The Divers Bell Bed & Breakfast is – as its very apt name suggests – cool, calm and a great place to decompress and destress. This is a B&B without any fussy pretensions, the sort of place where you feel totally at home from the moment you walk in the door.
The first thing you’ll notice is the open-air lounge and dining courtyard with its expansive roof and views out over luxuriant tropical gardens. It’s a great place to plan your day or relax after a Broome outing (there is also another
lounge). There are just two guest rooms here, which are stylishly appointed and open onto the courtyard. The Roebuck King Room takes its name from Broome’s famous bay and offers a bedroom and lounge with a lush indoor garden, spa and a superb ensuite. The Villaret Queen Room is a cosy space with a nearby bathroom.
Divers Bell is well located in Broome and its hosts, Ari and Shaun, are worldly charmers (their backgrounds are in pearling and luxury super yachts). They are warm and always available to sensibly assist with tours and advice.
Location: 2½ hour flight northeast of Perth. Map 13. RA 88 G4. Facilities: Two guest rooms: one with king bed, lounge, indoor garden and spa ensuite and one with queen bed and bathroom nearby. Both with TV, DVD, refrigerator, RC AC, fans. Indoor lounge (TV, DVD, CD), full kitchen. Outdoor undercover courtyard (dining, BBQ). Wireless Internet, laundry. Continental breakfast served.
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209Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/broometown
15 Stewart Street, Broome WA 6725Ph: 08 9192 [email protected]: Toni and Richard BourneStyle: Tropically inspired suites
Room rates per couple: from $250 to $350Bed & full breakfastMinimum two nights in peak seasonAE • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: BBFFA
We rate this Broome’s most intimate boutique experience, a place where tropical architecture and a balmy climate conspire to create a dreamy hideaway. The name gives away the location, close to Broome’s Chinatown and its sophisticated galleries, pearl emporia and dining.
Undoubtedly, the best part of any stay at BroomeTown is the peace and privacy – there are just three guest suites. Each is decorated in a blend of earthy and rich tones, which are highlighted by bold splashes of red. Hosts Toni and Richard
are avid and informed collectors of local art and each suite is a changing gallery that showcases the themes of tropical Broome. Returning guests always find new inspirations in the collection.
Breakfast is a culinary event at BroomeTown, not least for the setting in the open-air lounge/dining, which overlooks a crystalline pool and tropical plants. Guests can use the BBQ and kitchenette but with Broome’s best restaurants and bars so close by you’ll probably just wander through the fragrant, frangipani-lined streets in search of local fare. If you believe the place you stay truly makes the experience, this is an inspired choice.
Location: 2½ hour flight northeast of Perth. Map 13. RA 88 G4. Facilities: Three suites: each with king or queen bed, ensuite (separate toilet), LCD TV (Foxtel), iPod dock. Covered open-air lounge area, Internet, desk, AC. BBQ, kitchenette, pool. Full breakfast served.
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McAlpine House and Captain Kennedy HouseBroome
Broome and Australia’s Northwest
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/mcalpine
55 Herbert Street, Broome WA 6725Ph: 08 9193 8340 Freecall: 1800 746 [email protected] Manager: Michael HughesStyle: Historic boutique escape and homeMcAlpine House room rates per couple: from $270 to
$550 • Captain Kennedy House rates per night: from $1,200 to $1,600 Accommodation only • Full breakfast available Suitable for children (Captain Kennedy’s House) AE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: Pinctada Resorts & Hotels (McAlpine House)
Pinctada Resorts & Hotels offers a unique range of bespoke hotels in distinctive Australian landscapes. The historic McAlpine House and Captain Kennedy House in old Broome are two fine examples, each the legacy of master pearler Captain Herbert Kennedy.
McAlpine House is an award-winning escape of just eight rooms, each with its own style and private outdoor space. There is a tropical air of elegance about this experience, where lattice verandahs, lush tropical gardens with a pool and
numerous intimate nooks exemplify gracious Broome living. A beautiful art collection, bird aviary and library lend a Somerset Maugham feel to the hotel. Hosts cater to personal needs including picnics, touring and corporate retreats.
Captain Kennedy House offers a very different experience with total seclusion. One guest party enjoys five bedrooms, five bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, covered verandahs, swimming pool, pergola, handpicked furnishings and original artwork. This exceptional home is ideal for a family reunion, corporate retreat or simply to celebrate a special occasion.
Location: 2½ hour flight northeast of Perth. Map 13. RA 88 G4.Facilities: McAlpine House: eight guest rooms with verandah lounge area or courtyard; pool, library, gym-equipped pergola. Full breakfast available. Captain Kennedy House: five bedrooms, five bathrooms, lounge, dining, full kitchen, pool. Personal chef available by arrangement.
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Inspired by the stunning Pinctada maxima, the shell that nurtures the world’s most beautiful pearl, this is Broome’s new award-winning five-star spa resort. Designed by Marilynne Paspaley AM, the handpicked art and furnishings reflect the colours and themes of the Kimberley. Guests can choose from a range of studio rooms and luxury suites all sharing impeccable detailing.
The dining experience is unsurpassed in Broome. The award-winning SELENE Brasserie (named after the Greek goddess of the moon) has
a Mediterranean-to-Middle East signature menu designed by Greg Malouf (of MoMo fame). NYX Bar offers cocktails until late into the night and the BRIZO Pool Bar (the goddess who protected sailors and fishermen) overlooks the pool and cascading water feature.
The resort’s pool offers numerous spa nooks, resting places and a lap lane and the lush Jamie Durie-designed gardens are superb. Set around a private courtyard with plunge pool, the Pinctada Spa features LI’TYA spa care inspired by the Aboriginal Dreamtime.
Location: 2½ hour flight northeast of Perth. Map 13. RA 88 G4. Facilities: A range of studio rooms and suites, all with king bed, HD TV (movies on demand), iPod docking station, Nespresso machine, private balcony, courtyard or enclosed verandah, fans, RC AC. Honjin rooms open to courtyard with plunge pool. Restaurant, cocktail bar and pool bar and cafe. Pool, fitness room, boutique. Day spa.
Pinctada Cable BeachBroome
Broome and Australia’s Northwest
10 Murray Road, Cable Beach, Broome WA 6725Ph: 08 9193 8340 Freecall: 1800 746 [email protected] Manager: Michael HughesStyle: Five-star spa resort
Room rates per couple: from $280 to $1,200Accommodation only • All meals availableSuitable for childrenDisabled facilitiesAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Member: Pinctada Resorts & Hotels
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There is a legend that the buccaneer explorer William Dampier buried a treasure of pirated pieces-of-eight at Buccaneer Rock in Roebuck Bay. The beauty of the location would not have escaped Dampier but these days the treasure trove is the resort that overlooks this turquoise bay.
The Mangrove Resort Hotel not only has a romantic pedigree but a magical backdrop. Next to the setting, the convenient location is what guests comment on most (the galleries and pearl boutiques of Chinatown are just a walk
away). Then there is the fact that the resort offers a complete experience including a bar and two restaurants as well as function rooms. There are a range of room styles including well-appointed rooms and suites (for a honeymoon, try the dreamy Premier Suites).
The Mangrove Resort’s design is all about celebrating the bay views – the vista is evident from the two tropical pools, many guest rooms and the restaurants. Whether you are poolside, dining or wandering the tropical gardens the shimmering bay is always there. At full moon the magical reflections create a ‘Staircase to the Moon’ reflection and resort guests have a front row seat.
Location: Roebuck Bay, near Broome centre. 2½ hour flight northeast of Perth. Map 13. RA 88 G4. Facilities: A range of rooms and suites with king or queen and single beds. Guest lounge (TV), two restaurants, bar, function rooms. Two pools, both with spa. RC AC. All meals available.
The Mangrove Resort HotelBroome
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47 Carnarvon Street, Broome WA 6725Ph: 08 9192 1303 Fax: 08 9193 [email protected] General Manager: Michele MacPhersonStyle: Tropical resort
Room rates per couple: from $185 to $225(extra guests $35 per night)Accommodation only • All meals availableMinimum three nights November to March (includescontinental breakfast)AE • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
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6 Murray Road (PO Box 5455), Broome WA 6725Ph: 08 9191 [email protected]: Tropical beach resort
Room rates per couple: from $198 to $495Accommodation onlyMinimum three nights in high seasonSuitable for children • Disabled facilitiesAE • DC • Eftpos • MC • VI
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In such short reviews it is hard to list all the reasons for loving the Bali Hai Resort. The location? Superb, just a pleasing saunter down to Cable Beach. The gardens? Exquisitely verdant as you would expect from an immaculately sculpted and maintained tropical resort. The waters? This paradise includes a tropical pool and a heavenly day spa (try the couple’s Geisha tub after a massage).
But, of course, there is more. There are studios and one- and two-bedroom villas with a lounge
and tropical bathroom (some with a freestanding soaking tub and outdoor shower). For those nights when you don’t want to eat out, a full kitchen allows you to self-cater. And all the essentials are here: cable TV, air-conditioning and wireless internet.
We must also rave about the design, which creates an intimate village feel. Paths and lawns join with tropical garden beds to fashion an enchanting setting. Each guest villa has its own entrance and courtyard garden (with undercover area and BBQ), leaving you feeling like cosseted tropical princes and princesses.
Location: 2½ hour flight northeast of Perth. Map 13. RA 88 G4.Facilities: A range of studios, deluxe studios, two-room villas and deluxe two-room villas. Each with full kitchen, lounge (TV, Foxtel). AC, private courtyard garden (BBQ), bathroom (some with outdoor shower, some with freestanding tub). Pool, spa. Day Spa. Wireless Internet. Self-catering.
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The Northern Territory
Aboriginal artist at work, Gove
Australia’s northern capital has assumed a legendary status in the national consciousness: the city whose spirit could not be quenched by bombings in WWII or cyclonic destruction in 1974. A special breed of men and women call Darwin and the Northern Territory their home and they are a big part of what makes this place so exciting, cosmopolitan and totally beguiling.
The obvious base for any Top End adventure is Darwin, the hub for an incredible range of tours and routes that reach out across the outback. Whether you are driving yourself or travelling with a group, Darwin should be marked for special attention on your travel itinerary. The city just keeps metamorphosing
into something slightly different with each new batch of immigrants and money.
Darwin has been a cultural melting pot and meeting place for centuries. Its intoxicating melange of colours and flavours are vibrantly expressed in art, food and architecture. The city’s night markets are famous for melding world cuisines and there are plenty of art galleries, boating adventures, crocodile encounters and other thrills to enjoy. And you can do all this year-round.
The Tiwi Islands got their European names (Bathurst and Melville) when explorers reached them in 1705, but they have a long history of Islander lore and culture. The Tiwi people are very different from their mainland
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Gunlom Falls, Kakadu National Park Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) National Park
counterparts in culture and ceremony and a visit offers a uniquely rich encounter. Make the time to learn about their religion, culture and art, including beautiful silk screenings and unique Pukumani burial poles.
One of the Territory’s great environmental treasures is Litchfield National Park. Batchelor, about 100 kilometres south of Darwin, makes a good entry point to Litchfield. The park has monsoon rainforests, waterfalls (including the stunning Florence Falls), streams and magnetic termite mounds. Litchfield is a must-see on any Territory trip.
About 150 kilometres southeast of Batchelor is the old gold town of Pine Creek at the junction of the Stuart and Kakadu highways. Here, in
1871, workers on the Overland Telegraph Line stumbled across the precious golden metal, sparking a gold rush that still leaves its imprint on the town and its architecture. Make sure you check out the museum and railway station before setting off for nearby Kakadu. Umbrawarra Gorge makes a good stopping point for a cooling swim in a secluded swimming hole complete with its own sandy beach.
One of our favourite Territory places is a bit further down the track: the Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park. There are 13 gorges separated by rocks and boulders and you can explore this area of great spiritual and natural beauty by canoe, guided boating tour or air. There are hot springs (32 degrees Celsius
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year-round) and the spectacular Jurassic Cycad Gardens offer panoramic views of the Katherine River Valley.
The World Heritage-listed Kakadu - Australia’s largest national park - is an iconic must-visit for any Northern Territory visitor. Aboriginal peoples have lived here for more than 50,000 years and their spectacular rock art vividly tells
of their creation legends. Kakadu’s flora and fauna is staggeringly prolific, especially in “the wet” (typically between November and April) when Kakadu is at its most spectacular.
The centrepoint of the Territory and most visits is Alice Springs, a lively outback town that shelters within the arms of the McDonnell Ranges and the sacred lands of its traditional owners. There is a lot to do in the Alice after your inevitable visit to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta (Ayers Rock) National Park and Kings Canyon. You can see Albert Namatjira’s gallery, place a bet on the annual Camel Cup, visit the Telegraph museum and much more.
Everyone should visit the Territory at least once. We suggest making the most of a trip by scheduling a few guided tours, where you can learn directly from the locals. And why not stay on an outback station to experience some real bush living? This is true adventure travel.
Camel safari, Alice Springs
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Cullen Bay and Darwin
Accredited Visitor Information Centres
Darwin Corner Mitchell and Knuckey Streets. Ph: 08 8936 2499 Email: [email protected] www.tourismtopend.com.au
Katherine Corner Lindsay Street and Katherine Terrace. Ph: 1800 653 142 Email: [email protected] www.krta.com.au
Tennant Creek Battery Hill Mining Centre, Peko Road. Ph: 1800 500 879 Email: [email protected] www.barklytourism.com.au
Alice Springs 60 Gregory Terrace. Ph: 1800 645 199 Email: [email protected] www.centralaustraliantourism.com
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Why stay in a mere hotel when you can luxuriate in your own private scene? Such is the philosophy of Escape for a Break, which provides Darwin visitors with a very chic range of CBD and waterfront apartments as well as the gorgeous Envy collection (see next page).
The Pintu Merah’s architect design has really set a new style standard in Darwin, fusing a languidly tropical feel with a modern, effervescent sensibility. This spacious one-bedroom apartment is close to the Darwin
Entertainment Centre and mall – a blessing for art lovers, shoppers and those on business. Pintu Merah is a creative haven with a delightful blend of striking art and hip decorative styles.
The Gables is a two-bedroom inner-city pad that has achieved a perfectly pitched colonial ambience. It is located in the historic precinct near Parliament and Government House and is a stroll away from the new wharf and convention centre district. The Gables is low rise, spacious, stylish and gazes out over Frances Bay, making its large sea view verandah perfect for relaxing on a tropical evening. The full kitchen and cosily contemporary furnishings all combine to make The Gables a brilliant choice for travellers on business or leisure.
Location: Darwin CBD. Map 15. RA 94 H2.Facilities: Apartments: one, two and three bedrooms, lounge (cable TV, DVD, CD), dining, full kitchen, laundry. Internet, RC AC. Continental breakfast provisions provided.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/pintumerah
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Various locations in Darwin CBD, Darwin NT 0800Mobile: 0408 002 [email protected]: Lawrence BuckleyStyle: Art-filled and waterfront apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $199 to $699(rate is for between two and six guests per apartment)Bed and starter continental breakfast provisionsMinimum three nights • Suitable for childrenAE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: Escape For A Break
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219Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/envy
OK, we admit upfront to coveting these wonderfully styled apartments, which are in the delicious Envy boutique apartment complex – right in Darwin’s CBD. There are four apartments to choose from and each has the finest of furnishings throughout and a unique theme or style to arouse your passion. But which one to choose for your first stay?
Lotus has all the elegance of the flower that inspires its name. The ambience? Think cafe-latte tones with accents of waterlily magenta
and a collection of arresting artworks. Marilyn is a stylish homage to the queen of the silver screen and is equally bold and beguiling. Her three bedrooms are dressed in beautiful linens with rich tones that recall the glamour of our favourite starlet. The lounge is irresistible with its stunning Italian dining table for six.
Spice was inspired by chef Christine Manfield’s book of the same name and will transport you to the tropical Spice Islands. Sleep under a canopy of palms and revel in its rich decorative flavours. Envy is a modern Art Deco design. Its sparkling cocktail of colours and styles beautifully offsets an eclectic artwork collection. The overall effect is breathtaking.
Location: Darwin CBD. Map 15. RA 94 H2. Facilities: Apartments: two or three bedrooms, lounge (cable TV, DVD, CD), dining, full kitchen, laundry. Rooftop garden with spa tubs. Internet, RC AC. Continental breakfast provisions provided.
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2 Gardiner Street, Darwin NT 0800Mobile: 0408 002 [email protected]: Lawrence BuckleyStyle: Utterly indulgent CBD apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $289 to $699(rate is for between two and six guests per apartment)Bed and starter continental breakfast provisionsMinimum three nights • Suitable for childrenAE • CHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: Escape For A Break
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There is nothing quite like a totally captivating view, whether you are entertaining or celebrating an intimate occasion. These two stunning apartments have truly breathtaking outlooks, each quite different but both equally beguiling.
Aqua Marine at Cullen Bay has without doubt the best position of any apartment overlooking the marina. Above Buzz Cafe and looking directly out at a million-dollar view of the luxury yachts, this is a dress circle setting. Featuring Mount Bundy granite and very stylish
furnishings, Aqua Marine’s sleek nautical curves and spa overlooking the marina will impress.
Harbour Lights is the perfect choice for a panoramic view of the harbour and Darwin’s gleaming new convention centre – at night the scene sparkles. With Darwin’s most commanding position on the Esplanade, the view is uninterrupted from the living room and all the bedrooms. Watch the boats go past, count the lights as you dine in true style and toast a special occasion or unforgettable holiday. From here it’s a mere stroll to the convention centre, wave pool and wharf – and the CBD is on your doorstep.
Location: Cullen Bay and Darwin CBD. Map 15. RA 94 H2. Facilities: Two apartments, each with three bedrooms (one king and two queen), lounge (LCD TV, Blu-ray DVD, CD), dining and full kitchen, balcony (BBQ), laundry. RC AC. Pool, secure undercover parking (Harbour Lights), spa (Aqua Marine). Self-catering.
Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/aquamarine
Cullen Bay and Darwin CBD, Darwin NT 0800Ph: 08 8942 3012 Mobile: 0418 616 [email protected]: Philip GriceStyle: Harbourside and marina view apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $350 to $595(up to six guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum four nightsAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • MC • VIMember: More Than A Room
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221Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/mandalay
78 The Esplanade, Darwin NT 0800Ph: 08 8942 3012 Mobile: 0418 616 [email protected]: Philip GriceStyle: Luxury villas
Whole villa rates per night: from $395 to $694(up to six guests)Accommodation onlyMinimum two nightsAE • CHQ • DC • Direct Deposit • MC • VI Member: More Than A Room
When it comes to selecting Darwin’s most exclusive villas, Mandalay and Villa La Vue are undoubtedly the pick. Designed by Lord Alistair McAlpine, their combination of esplanade location and dreamy architecture is unsurpassed.
Mandalay exudes a sultry romantic feel, with beautiful stonework, timber shutters and wide verandahs. The interiors are a rich blend of antique and modern furnishings (including a fascinating collection of indigenous and other artworks). No expense has been spared to ensure
a luxury experience, including beautiful bed linens and quality soft furnishings. All bedrooms open to a magnificent balcony with views overlooking Darwin’s foreshore and harbour.
Villa La Vue shares a similar quality and style to Mandalay and is dressed in cool tones, blending tropical and French styles. Both villas offer spacious lounge rooms, a separate dining room and a gourmet kitchen.
Part of the magic of these villas is the setting within a lush garden, with use of an invitingly shaded pool. The location on Darwin’s prestigious esplanade is within a short stroll to restaurants, shopping and Parliament and Government Houses.
Location: Darwin CBD. Map 15. RA 94 J2. Facilities: Two villas, each with three bedrooms (two king and one twin singles, all with LCD TV and DVD), lounge (LCD TV, Austar, DVD, CD), dining, full kitchen, laundry. AC. Two bicycles, BBQ. Pool. Self-catering.
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9 Parsons Street, Fannie Bay NT 0820Ph: 08 8942 1292 Mobile: 0438 520 [email protected] Hosts: Denise, Roger, Bernie and Kaylee DunnStyle: Tropical apartment with pool
Whole apartment rates per night: from $200 to $300(up to two guests, extra guests $25, children under 13 free)Accommodation onlyMinimum five nights in peak periods Suitable for childrenDirect Deposit • MC • VI
When hosts Denise and Roger Dunn designed a self-contained apartment under their home, they wanted to create an iconic Top End style that would give their guests a unique experience. The result is an apartment that feels more like a house. Guests enjoy complete privacy and resort-style facilities, including a sensational pool with spa.
The apartment has a bright, spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area with two bedrooms. The brilliant garden bathroom
is private yet airy and provides you with an unforgettable experience of tropical bathing. This cleverly designed apartment can accommodate a group, a family or just a couple and still feel cosy. In particular, we love the stylish but easy-wearing interiors that allow the kids to play freely and parents to relax (the Dunn’s have kids too).
Fannie Bay is an ideal location for this type of property, nestled in one of Darwin’s leafy inner enclaves. From the apartment it is an easy walk to the Parap shops (and its weekly market), the beaches, the famous Mindil market, and the Darwin Turf Club.
Location: 4 km or seven minutes from Darwin CBD. Map 15. RA 94 F2. Facilities: One apartment: two bedrooms (one with queen and one with king/twin or three singles), open-plan lounge, dining and full kitchen (TV, DVD). Outdoor private bathroom. Wireless Internet, cot, laundry facilities, RC AC, fans. Pool (spa), BBQ. Self-catering.
Fannie Bay Beach HouseDarwin (Fannie Bay)
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223Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/knuckeylagoons
160 Secrett Road (Cnr McMillans Road), Knuckey Lagoon NT 0828Ph: 08 8984 4744 Mobile: 0412 456 780stay@knuckeylagoonsvilla.com.auwww.knuckeylagoonsvilla.com.auOwners: Kathy and Rick DawsonStyle: Private tropical villa
Whole villa rates per night: from $250 to $300Bed & full breakfast provisionsDinner by prior arrangementMinimum three nights preferredDirect Deposit • No credit card facilities
This exclusive villa is so far off the radar that most locals don’t even know of it. Tucked within a tropical garden overlooking the Knuckey Lagoon wetlands, the Villa is just twenty minutes from Darwin’s CBD. But you could easily be in Kakadu; this lagoon has the largest concentration of long-necked turtles in Australia (and recently attracted National Geographic magazine to photograph here).
The Villa is idyllically tropical in design: louvered windows all around allow soft
breezes to flow through. The open-plan, Bali-inspired interior has a queen bed, a spacious lounge, dining and kitchenette and wide doors that swing open to enhance the inside-out feel. There is even a tropical pool with waterfall reserved for guests.
But the most appealing aspect of this hidden jewel is its privacy: just one villa secluded in lush greenery and a mango grove – well away from the owners’ house. There isn’t even a sign on the gate, so you may as well be in your own home. If your idea of paradise is a private tropical escape, close to Darwin yet in a precious wilderness setting, look no further.
Location: 16 km or 20 minutes from Darwin CBD. Map 15. RA 95 C2. Facilities: One villa with one queen bed, open-plan kitchenette/dining/lounge (TV, DVD, CD), ensuite (bath, indoor and outdoor showers), RC AC, fans. Laundry. Pool, gas and wood BBQs. Full breakfast provisions provided. Dinner by prior arrangement.
Knuckey Lagoons VillaDarwin (Knuckey Lagoon)
The Northern Territory
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PO Box 1211, Nhulunbuy NT 0881Ph: 08 8987 8085 Mobile: 0411 690 [email protected]: Trevor Hosie and Helen MartinStyle: Magical island hideaway
Rates per couple: $500Rate includes all meals while on the islandSuitable for childrenCHQ • Direct Deposit • MC • VI
With a maximum of eight guests, it is easy to see why Banubanu Wilderness Retreat opens a door into a culture and country that few will ever see. Usually just one party is accommodated at a time, which makes this experience all the more special and personal.
Located on Bremer Island – off the coast of Arnhem Land – this rustic camp offers cultural encounters with the local Aboriginal people, awe-inspiring fishing and the chance to simply kick back and enjoy the island’s natural wonders.
Guests stay in well-appointed tents and the rate includes all meals while on the island. The central lounge/dining area is straight from the pages of Robinson Crusoe’s journal. Banubanu is at the northern tip of the island and it is not unusual for turtles to nest on the beach right in front of the camp. Beachcomb by day, stargaze by night and let the hours drift by with languid disregard.
It’s little wonder that previous guests have described this as a magical life experience. You won’t find this in the pages of glossy travel brochures, so broaden your horizons and book your turn in this Top End nirvana.
Location: Bremer Island near Nhulunbuy. Accessed by light plane or boat from Gove via Darwin or Cairns. Map 15. RA 97 C13. Facilities: Five safari-style tents, each with two oversize single camp beds (all linen provided), fan. Shared bathing facilities. Lounge, dining. All meals on the island included.
Banubanu Wilderness RetreatBremer Island (Northeast Arnhem Land)
The Northern Territory
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225Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/dugongbeachresort
1 Bougainvillea Drive, Alyangula NT 0885Freecall: 1800 877 077 Ph: 08 8987 7011reservations@dugongbeachresort.com.auwww.dugongbeachresort.com.au General Manager: Matthew GraydonStyle: Tropical island resort
Room rates per couple: from $210 to $280Whole bungalow rates per night: from $350 to $600Additional persons: $50Accommodation only • All meals availableSuitable for childrenDisabled facilitiesAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
This is Australia’s newest and most exciting Top End destination. But it’s still under the tourist radar, making it the type of place our readers love. You can’t drive here; the only way to get to Groote Eylandt is by plane from Darwin, flying east over Arnhem Land. The pristine island floats languidly below in the turquoise seas of the Gulf of Carpentaria.
In a partnership with the Anindilyakwa islanders, the remarkable Dugong Beach Resort has been placed lightly on land overlooking the
Gulf. The resort’s architectural style captures the essence of tropical Australia and its interiors resonate with the natural tones of its artistic and cultural context.
Guests can choose between spacious and luxurious bungalows or hotel rooms. There is fine dining at the Seagrass restaurant and you can relax poolside or venture out for cultural and natural encounters. For guests who want to try the ultimate in Top End fishing, Andrew Ettingshausen’s Sportfishing Lodge is right next door. The newly constructed arts centre gives guests the opportunity to meet local artists and the resort celebrates local cultural ceremonial events and traditional dance.
Location: 15 km or 20 minutes from Groote Airport (flights from Darwin). Map 15. RA 97 F12. Facilities: A range of bungalows and hotel rooms, all with queen bed, ensuite, balcony, TV, DVD, AC. Restaurant, bar, pool, conference facilities. All meals available.
Dugong Beach ResortGroote Eylandt (Gulf of Carpentaria)
The Northern Territory
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27 Lakeside Crescent, Jabiru NT 0886Ph: 08 8979 [email protected] Manager: Dianna KissStyle: Troppo shacks and cabins
Room rates per couple: from $95 to $225Accommodation onlySuitable for childrenAE • Eftpos • MC • VI
There are three ways to experience Kakadu National Park: in a tour with the same group over several days (not everyone’s cup of tea); drive yourself in a 4WD (precarious for many); or drive the bitumen to Jabiru and stay several days, picking out guided day-tours as they take your fancy. That’s where Lakeview Park comes in.
Lakeview is a place for those who want some independence but with a truly knowledgeable staff on hand to advise and book tours. Here in the centre of Jabiru is a selection of lodgings to
suit couples and families, making it a perfect base to daytrip out to the best of Kakadu.
Guests can choose from the very funky ‘Love Shacks’ whose architecture is inspired by a tent and each has its own private bathroom; Double Rooms (six to one building) which share a central kitchen and bathroom; and the very private two-bedroom cabins with private kitchen, lounge and bathroom. All are self-catering and the lush surrounding gardens have BBQs. The designs were all conceived by the legendary Troppo architectural firm and offer tropical flair on a budget.
Location: 255 km or three hours southeast of Darwin. Map 15. RA 96 D6.Facilities: Bush Bungalows (double and bunk beds, private ensuite), Double Rooms (double bed or two singles, communal central kitchen, shared bathroom) and Cabins (two bedrooms, lounge/kitchenette, private external bathroom). BBQ facilities, laundry. Self-catering.
Lakeview Park KakaduJabiru (Kakadu National Park)
The Northern Territory
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27 First Street (PO Box 1537), Katherine NT 0850Ph: 08 8971 [email protected]: Paul MullinsStyle: Comfortable serviced apartments
Whole apartment rates per night: from $190 to $245(up to four guests, extra guests $15 per night)Accommodation onlySuitable for children
Disabled facilitiesAE • DC • Direct Deposit • Eftpos • MC • VI
Katherine should be high up on any serious Northern Territory eco-itinerary. The landscape is filled with hidden marvels: the spectacular Nitmiluk Katherine Gorge in the Nitmiluk National Park; the little-known Katherine River hot springs; the Cutta Cutta caves and Edith Falls. Better still, you can drive out to most attractions in a standard car.
But where to base yourself? You need somewhere with a full kitchen, a comfortable lounge, and a choice of one or two bedrooms for
either families or couples. A pool is essential to cool off at the end of each day. We found it all at St Andrews Serviced Apartments on our last visit – and it has only got better. The new BBQ area is a hit with guests who can relax there at day’s end and share their travellers’ tales.
The amenities are great but it’s the staff who really shine here, with that friendly, very relaxed Territory style. They will word you up on the best tours and sights, ensuring you make the most of your Katherine time. Don’t rush: allow a good three days for the complete experience.
Location: 315 km or four hours south of Darwin. Map 15. RA 95 J5. Facilities: 14 one- and two-bedroom Deluxe, Family and Studio apartments (king, queen and single bed combinations, sleeping up to eight) each with full kitchen, lounge (TV, VCR or DVD), laundry, AC, ceiling fans. Pool, BBQ area. Tour desk, airport transfers by arrangement. Self-catering.
St Andrews Serviced ApartmentsKatherine
The Northern Territory
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228 Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/coodardie
Stuart Highway (PO Box 4101), Mataranka NT 0852Ph: 08 8975 [email protected] Hosts: Clair and Mike O’BrienStyle: Outback station stay
Room rates per couple: from $280 to $550Tariff includes all meals and beveragesSpecial rates for two or more nightsSingle rates availableSuitable for children • Pets by arrangement Disabled facilitiesDirect Deposit • MC • VI
Northern Australia is simply unique. Its look, languages and outback lifestyle make for an exotic tourism experience. And the only way to truly appreciate it all is to stay at its heart, with people who work the land. Clair and Mike O’Brien open up the red centre for you at their Coodardie Station, generously sharing its riches with guests who are treated like family.
You’ll want to start with a station tour, finding out about the holistic cattle grazing rotation techniques they are pioneering here. Kids and
adults alike will be fascinated by the way this farm runs, getting up close to the Brahman cattle and other breeds or seeing where the fresh eggs for breakfast come from. And there is always plenty of time to relax on the verandah soaking up the bush views or enjoying nearby Mataranka’s thermal pools or barramundi fishing.
Guests might be in the heart of the outback but the comforts at Coodardie extend everywhere from the breezy guest rooms to the delicious family meals shared with the O’Briens (all included in the tariff). If you are coming to the Northern Territory to experience outback life, Coodardie Station is a must-stay for a few days.
Location: 422 km or five hours south of Darwin. Map 15. RA 95 K7. Facilities: A range of rooms including two Rotunda Suites with ensuite and others with shared bathroom. Lounge, dining. Wireless Internet, laundry. All meals included in tariff.
Coodardie Station StayMataranka
The Northern Territory
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229Online enquiry & updates: www.beautifulaccommodation.com/alicesprings
Unit 1, 2 Caterpillar Court, Alice Springs NT 0871Mobile: 0437 713 [email protected]/alicespringsOwners: Sue and NormStyle: Spacious townhouse
Whole townhouse rates per night: from $240 to $290(up to six guests)Bed & continental breakfast provisionsSuitable for childrenDirect Deposit • No credit card facilities
There is just one address you need to know in Alice Springs: Desert Springs Luxury Accommodation. This marvellous townhouse is just a few minutes’ walk from Alice Springs’ CBD and all the desert capital’s best restaurants, galleries and shopping. Stroll in the other direction to the casino and resort dining options.
But Desert Springs’ greatest asset is the view over the iconic Todd River (often dry but always an idyllic outback scene) and the MacDonnell Ranges beyond. The interior appointments
have been thoughtfully planned. Downstairs are a spacious lounge and dining (with full entertainment systems), full kitchen, laundry and one bedroom. Upstairs are another two bedrooms, including the master with ensuite and its own balcony with views over the Todd.
Desert Springs townhouse is ideal for up to six people who want to be close to all the best of Alice Springs yet relax in peace. You can slip from your private retreat to golf on one of the world’s top 10 desert courses, stroll the CBD, or access all the fascinating tours available. Desert Springs is an ideal Alice Springs choice.
Location: Near Alice Springs CBD. Map 15. RA 101 F8. Facilities: One townhouse: three bedrooms (queen with ensuite, double and twin king singles), lounge/dining (plasma TV, surround sound, Austar, DVD, CD, iPod dock), full kitchen, bathroom, laundry. AC, gas heating. Continental breakfast provisions provided.
Desert Springs Luxury AccommodationAlice Springs
The Northern Territory
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Lake St Clair
Lake George
Rivoli Bay
Wilm
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Drain
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LakeBonney
River
Discovery Bay
Bridgewater Bay
Nelson Bay
Portland Bay
DismalSwamp
Blackford
Gle
nelg
Coorong
National
Park
CarcumaCon Park
Scorpion SpringsCon Park
Mount RescueCon Park
Ngarkat Con Park
Mt Shaugh Con Park
Mount Boothby Con Pk
Messent Con Park
Martin Washpool
Con Park
GumLagoon Con Park
MountScott Con Pk
Fairview Con Park
Talapa Con Pk
Padthaway Con Park
Big Heath Con Park
Jip Jip Con Pk
Geegeela Con Park
Little DipCon Park
Beachport Con Park
Glen RoyCon Pk
Canunda Nat Park
Nene Valley Con Park
Piccaninnie Ponds CP
Discovery Bay Coastal Park
Lower GlenelgNat Park
Little Desert National Park
Big DesertWilderness Park
WyperfeldNational Park
Red BluffNature Reserve
Game Res
Naracoorte Caves NP
Dergholm
State
Park
Bunbury CR
Tilley Swamp CP
Desert Camp CR
Lake Frome CP
Mary Seymour CP
Butcher Gap Con Pk
Bernouilli Con Res
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'Emu Springs'
'Mt Timothy'
Younghusband
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The
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Cape Banks
Cape Northumberland
CapeNelson
Cape Bridgewater
Cape Jaffa
Clayton Narrung
PeakeJabuk ParrakieWilkawatt
AshvilleMalinong
Poltalloch
Coomandook
Yumali
Ki Ki
Coonalpyn
Netherton
Telopea Downs
Magrath Flat
Woods Well
Policemans Point
Salt Creek
Tintinara
Culburra
Banealla
Brimbago
Wirrega
Willalooka
KongalBuckingham
Mundulla
CannawigaraChinamans Wells
WolseleyServiceton
Padthaway
Keppoch
MountBensonBoatswain Pt
Reedy Creek Avenue Range
Lucindale
Western Flat
Frances
Binnum
Kybybolite
Hynam
Wallabrook
Lochaber
Nora Creina
Southend
Bray Junction
Greenways
Conmurra BoolLagoon
Furner
Hatherleigh
RendleshamMt Burr
Kalangadoo Nangwarry
CoonawarraComaum
Joanna
Apsley
Wattle Range
Tantanoola
SnuggeryGlencoe
GlencoeWest Tarpeena
Wandilo
Langkoop
Dergholm
Mil Lel
Carpenter RocksBlackfellows Caves
Glenburnie
Yahl
Dartmoor
Digby
Nelson
Kongorong
Allendale East
OBFlat
Goroke
Struan
Yanac
Cape Jaffa
Bangham
Douglas
Harrow
Wombelano
Chetwynd
Coojar
Tyrendarra
Kentbruck
Strathdownie
Lake Mundie
Neuarpur
Meningie
Keith
Bordertown
Kaniva Nhill
Kingston SE
Naracoorte
Robe
Beachport
Millicent
Penola
Edenhope
Casterton
MT GAMBIER
Coleraine
PORTLAND
Heywood
PortMacDonnell
B240
A1
B160
C213
C208
C211
C198
C192
A1
B240
C213
C226
A8
C206
C195
A8
A8
B1
B57
B1
A66
B1
A66
B1
B101
C206
B66
B57
A200
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Map 6 – South Australia
Rang
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Mid
dleb
ack
Cultana Army Training Reserve
HancocksLookout
Horrocks Pass
Warren Gorge
Buckaringa Gorge
Pichi RichiPass
SacredCanyon
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Alligator Gorge
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Parachilna Gorge
GlassGorge
Opal Fields
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Yourambulla Caves
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Mt Whyalla+
Sth Tent Hill+
Mt Gunson+
Mt Brown+
St Mary Peak+
Rawnsley Bluff +
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FLIN
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SOUT
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TheBluff+ Mt
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+Mt F
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+Mt Serle
Patawarta Hill
+
RANGES
FLINDERS
NORTH
+The Knob
+NorrisRidge
Nantawarrina
Wilpena Pound
Devils Peak+
IslandLagoon
LakeMacFarlane
False Bay
Fitzgerald Bay
Germein Bay
LakeGilles
LakeDutton
Lake Finnis
PernattyLagoon
Willochra
Ck
Moralana Ck
Beda Arm
Bunyeroo Ck
Wilpena Creek
Ck
G
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TaylorCreek
Frome
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Ck
Creek
Aroona Dam EmuCk
Mundy
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Creek
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LakeWindabout
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Boolcunda
Yerelina
Alerumba
Balcoracan
Nankabunyana
Busheo
wie
Lake GillesCon Park
WhyallaCon Pk
Winninowie Con Pk
The DutchmansStern Con Pk
MtRemarkable Nat Park
TelowieGorge CP
Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges National Park
Lake Torrens
National Park
Flinders Ranges National Park
Bunkers CR
Mt BrownCons Park
Black Rock CP
EdiacaraCR
Yalpara CP
HWY
HWY
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The Flinders Rangesand Great DesertTracks SE Sheet
BORE
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'Corunna'
'Wartaka''Myall Creek'
'Illeroo'
'Cariewerloo'
'Yudnapinna'
'Kootaberra'
'Yadlamalka'
'Yalymboo'
'Oakden Hills'
'Pernatty'
'Whittata'
'South Gap'
'LakeTorrens'
'Rawnsley Park'
'Martins Well'
'Warcowie'
'Holowiliena'
'Willippa'
'Arkaba'
'Oraparinna'
'Willow Springs'
'Bibliando'
'Yednalue'
'Eru
'Moralana'
'Warrakimbo' 'Baratta' (Ruins)
'Minburra'
'Yalpara' 'Meadow Downs'
'McCoys Well'
'Merngenia'
'Witchitie'
'Partacoona'
'Wabr
'Melton'
'Umberatana'
'MtFreeling'
'Mt Lyndhurst'
'Yankaninna'
'Mt Serle'
'Angepena''MaynardsWell'
'DepotSprings'
'Owieandana'
'Warraweena''Nantawarrina'
'Mulga View'
'Wirrealpa'
'Narrina'
'Mern Merna'
'Motpena'
'Aroona' (Ruin)
'Gum Creek'
'Beltana'
'Nilpena'
'Commodore'
'Moolooloo'
'Puttapa'
'Moorilla'
'Myrtle Springs'
'NorthMoolooloo'
'Wilpoorinna'
'Witchelina'
'Mulgaria'
Roxby Downs''Andamooka'
Purple Downs'
'Bosworth'ymilka'
'Arcoona'
'Yeltacowie'
'Avondale'
'Wallerberdina'
'Tregalana'
'Middleback'
'Roopena'
'Gilles Downs'
'Cooyerdoo'
'Wikatana'
'Narcoona'
'Glen Lyle'
'Holowiliena South'
'Worumba' 'NewBaratta'
'Farina'
'Arkapena'
'Merna Mora'
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Baroota
Hesso
Tent Hill
LincolnGap
ElAlamein
Stirling North
Winninowie
ChinamanCreek
NectarBrook
Wilkatana
Woolshed Flat
Quorn
Bookaloo
BeltonBoolcunda
Bruce
Hammond
Willowie Morchard
Eurelia
Dawson Nackara
Kanyaka Ruins
GordonRuins
OodlaWirra
Black RockBooleroo Centre
Murray Town
Pekina
Yatina
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Stone Hut
Appila MannanarieYongala
Belalie Nth
Moockra
Paratoo
Nepabunna
Sliding Rock Mine
PimbaNarrungar
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Tarcowie
Low Hill
Willochra
Wilson
Hookina
Wonoka
Willow Waters
Walloway
Amyton
Mt GunsonMine
IgaWarta
Johnburgh(Ruins)
Iron Knob
Cradock
Hawker
Wilpena
Carrieton
Wilmington
Orroroo
Melrose
Wirrabara
Peterborough
Parachilna
Brachina
Angorichina Village
Blinman
Beltana BeltanaRoadhouse
Copley
Lyndhurst
Leigh Creek Coalfield
Telford
Farina
Andamooka
RoxbyDowns
Olympic Dam
Stuart CreekOpal Deposit
Port GermeinWHYALLA
Port Augusta
Leigh Creek
Woomera
A1
A1
A87
B97
B83
B83
B83
B56
B82
B82
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B80
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Map Legend – Great Southern Touring Route
B I G D E S E R T
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Kerang
Avoca
St Arnaud
Camperdown
Colac
Warracknabeal
Swan Hill
Myrtleford
Lakes EntranceTRARALGON
MORWELL
Bairnsdale
Omeo
CannRiver
Apollo Bay
Portland
Charlton
Ouyen
Mansfield
Mortlake
Pinnaroo
Corryong
Seymour
ECHUCA
BENDIGO
BALLARAT
Hamilton
MILDURA
BenallaSHEPPARTON
WANGARATTA
Warragul
Wonthaggi
MELBOURNE
ALBURYA39
M31
M31
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A8
A8
A20
A1A200
B160
B140
B120 A1
B140
B160
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B110
M1
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B23
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B500
B300
B360B300
A300
B340B75
A79
A300B220
A200
B200
B220
B12
A79
B400
B12
B260
B75B400
B400
B400
A79B400
87
Ararat
Horsham
GEELONG
WARRNAMBOOL
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Mt William
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Mt Zero+
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Mt Difficult
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Mt Arapiles +
Mt Dundas+
MtMackersey
+
MtCavendish+
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SERR
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The Chimney Pots +
Signal Pk +
MtSturgeon
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MtRouse+
MtNapier+
MtEccles
+
Mt Clay+
Mt Chaucer+
Mt Kincaid+
Mitre Rock+
Mt Talbot+
+
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Lake Fyans
Lake Bellfield
Ck
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River
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LakeBuninjon
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Bay of Islands
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River
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River
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Mitre L
LakeNatimuk
Cooper Lake
L Koynock
L Karnak
L Charlegrark
Morea L
LTaylor
PineLake
Dock L
Green Lake
LakeCarchap
LakeBow
ClearLake
McKenzie
RCentre Lake
White LakeL Kanagulk
Toolondo Res
RocklandsReservoir
Mackenzie Falls
Moora Moora Res
LakeWartook
Scrubby Lake
North Lake
Miga Lake
Glenelg
River
LakeWallace
LKemiKemi
LakeYampitcha
LakeYallakar
Pine Hut Lake
LakeMundi
River
Victoria Lagoon
LLinlithgow
Muston
Cape Reamur
R
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R
LakeCondah
Fitzroy
Surrey
R
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D i s c o v e r y
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Swan L
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Stokes
Crawford
R
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L Ratzcastle
Yambuk Lake
Wannon
Discovery BayMarine Nat Park
Mt Arapiles-
Tooan State Pk
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PARK
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State
Park
Mt Napier State Pk
Mt Eccles Nat Park
Mt Richmond Nat Park
LOWER GLENELG NAT PARK
Discovery Bay Coastal Park
Cape NelsonState Park
Bay of Islands Coastal Park
Port Fairy-Warrnambool Coastal Park
Wannon Falls
Nigretta Falls
Hopkins Falls
Aboriginal Paintings
Cave of Hands
Cave ofFishes
The BalconiesBunjilsCave
Lighthouse
ByadukCaves
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CapeNelson
Cape Sir William GrantPt Danger
Blacknose Pt
Dadswells Bridge
Campbe BridgeGlenorchy
Deep Lead
Pomonal
Moyston
Fyans Ck
Callawa
LubeckMarma
Armstr
Jallukar
Mafeking
LakeBolacWickliffe
Glenthompson
Willaura
Rossbridge
Calvert
Barton
Stavely
Allansford
Mepunga West
Mepunga East
Naringal
Nullawarre
Panmure
CudgeeWangoomBushfield
GrassmereMailors Flat
Purnim
FramlinghamWinslow
Woolsthorpe TheSiste
Ellerslie
Ballangeich
The Cove
Dennington
A
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Caramut
Hexham
ChatsworthW
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Gymbowen Natimuk Morea(Carpolac)
Mitre
Tooan
Booroopki
Bringalbert
Minimay
Dooen
Quantong Vectus
Longerenong
Drung Drung
Green Lake
McKenzie Creek
Haven
Wonwondah North Wonwondah
East
Nurrabiel
Noradjuha
JallumbaClear Lake
TooanEast
Toolondo
Kanagulk
Balmoral
Brimpaen
Cherrypool
Glenisla
Telangatuk
Douglas
WombelanoCharam
Edenhope
Mooree
Chetwynd
Powers Creek
Kadnook
Pigeon Ponds
Harrow
Apsley
Langkoop
Neuarpur
geira Ozenkadnook
Wartook
Poolaijelo
LakeMundi
Dorodong
Wando Vale
CarapookKonongwootong
Nareen
Henty
DergholmBrimboal
Sandford
Dunrobin
Hilgay
Tahara Bridge
Englefield
Strathdownie
Gringegalgona
Caddens Flat
Gatum
Vasey
Melville Forest
Cavendish
Bulart
StrathkellarWannon
Woohlpooer
Mooralla
Victoria Valley
MoutajupDunkeld
Mirranatwa
Karabeal
Warrayure
Hensley Park
Tarrington
Byaduk
ByadukNorth
Buckley Swamp
Gazette
Minhamite
Yatchaw
Yulecart
Codrington
Yambuk
Orford
Broadwater
BessiebelleWillatook
Hawkesdale
Kirkstall
KillarneyIllowa
St Helens
Rosebrook
Tyrendarra
Narrawong
Heathmere
Gorae
DrumborgMilltown
Gorae West
Cashmore
CapeBridgewater
Bolwarra
Trewalla
Lyons
Nelson
Mumbannar
DrikDrik
Wanwin
Kentbruck
Winnap
Dartmoor
Marp
Greenwald
Henty
Digby
Hotspur
Tahara
Grassdale
CondahMyamyn
Merino
Branxholme
WallacedaleNorth
Benaye
Kangawall
Grass Flat
LowerNorton
Lah-Arum
Zumsteins
MockinyaMiga Lake
Brooksby
Rapanyup South
no
Curries
Homerton
MountEckersley
WeerangourtWarrabkook
Allestree
Tyrendarra East
Warrong
Toolong
Minjah
Tabor
Croxton East
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CoojarTarrayoukyan
WandoBridge
Red Cap Creek
Tullich
Connewirrecoo
Tahara West
Nirranda South
Kia Ora
Cath
Watgania
Mokepilly
Ullswater
Duffholme
Tarragal
Roses Gap
Coleraine
Penshurst
Macarthur
PortFairy
Koroit
Heywood
Portland
Mortlake
Stawell
Halls Gap
Casterton
Horsham
Hamilton
WARRNAMBOOL
A200
B240
A1
B160
A1
B160
A200
A200
A200
A1
A1
B140
B140
B120
B160
B180
B10
C213
C213 C215B210
C237
B240
C208
C206
C208
C212
C211
C214
C214
C214
C188
C203
C204
C205
C207
C206
C198
C187
C187
C196
C195
C195
C192
C193
C194
C191
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C186
C184
C184
C184C183
C176
C178
C178C185
C174
C175C174
C177
C14
C1
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C188
C217
C216
C222C216
C216
C221
C238
C238
C222
C222
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C219
B210
A1
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Map 8 – Victoria
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Lake Disappointment
LakeMackay
Cape Arid Nat Park
Gibson DesertNature Reserve
Neale JunctionNature Reserve
Great Victoria Desert Nature Reserve
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Collier Range National Park
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Gingin
Toodyay
Wanneroo
Wooroloo
Rockingham
Mundaring
Pinjarra
Waroona
Wundowie
Midland
Armadale
Mandurah
Northam
PERTH
Fremantle
254
359
203
207
202
206
359
201
205
360
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Briery Estate
Chittering Estate Winery
Millbrook Winery
Jadran Wines
Aquila Estate, Carabooda Estate Wines
Coorinja Vineyard
Newbliss WineryRiverbrook
Winery
Cape Bouvard Winery
Brook EstateRiseborough
Estate
JyllandVineyard
Kyotmunga Estate
Lake Charlotte Winery Avonbrook Wines
141,143
142
148
144-145
146-147
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Map 10 – Western Australia
9
19
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Barrabup Pool
Silver Mount
R a n g e
W h i c h e r
Wh i n s t o n
Moses Rock
Stirling Da
WellingDam
LakeQuitjup Lake
Jasper
Leschenault Inlet
HarveyDam
Hardy Inlet
Colli
River
Preston
Capel
River
ScottRiver
Margaret
R
Blackwood
Rive
r
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r
DonnellyBarle
e
Brook
Lef
n
Geographe Bay
Hamelin Bay
FlindersBay Big
Brook Dam
Glen Mervyn D
Tuart ForestNational Park
D'Entrecasteaux National Park
Warren Nat Park
ScottNat Park
Leeuwin -
Naturaliste
National
Park
Gingilup Swamps NR
Brockm
Wellington Nat Park
Greate
Blackwood River Nat Park
Wiltshire-Butler Nat Park
RapidsCon Park
Whicher Nat Park
Dalgarup NP
Milyeannup Nat Park
Hilliger Nat Park
Easter Nat Park
Chester NR
Pagett NR
Greater
Beedelup
Nat Park
Greater Hawke Nat Pk
Forest GroveNat Park
Bramley Nat Pk
Yelverton Nat Pk
HWY
HWY
SOUTH
WESTERN
Big Tree
St Nicholas Church
King Jarrah
BlackwoodInn (1864)
Tathra Hill Top Retreat & Winery
Ironstone Gully Falls
SW GemMuseum
WonnerupHouse
Newtown House
Surf beaches
Georgette Shipwreck Calgardup Cave
Lake Cave
Beedelup Falls
Marianne North Tree
Jewel Cave
Lighthouse & Waterwheel
OneTree Bridge
Fonty’s Pool
100 Year Forest
13
20
3
6
46
5
BROCKMAN HWY
CAVESROAD
BUSS
ELL
HWY
SUES
ROAD VASSE
VASSE
HWYBROCK MAN
HWY
Pe
Spectacular coastline
Surf beaches
Lookout
Hut Pool
Lighthouse & Museum
Picnic Area
Picnic Areas
Gatewa
Home of GrannySmith apples
14
STEWART
ROAD
HW
COALFIELDS
HWY
BUSS
ELL
GOODWOOD
ROAD
Lookout
MammothCave
Dave Evans Bicentennial Tree
Wind Surfing,MarroningWhale Watching
Hang Gliding
Scenic Cliffs,Fishing, Surfing
Windsurfing, Crabbing
Dolphin Encounter Swims, Dolphin Discovery Centre, Bird Watching,
Vasse-Wonnerup WetlandHang-gliding, Heritage Trail
Hang-gliding, Wineries,Brewery, Galleries
Whale Watching
Whale Watching
Whale-watching, Dolphins,Wildlife, Windsurfing
Underwater Observatory,Fishing,Sky Diving
Wardun Cultural Centre, Salmon Fishing, Beaches
Wineries, Galleries, Surf BeachesCaves, Eagles Heritage, Bird Watching
For more detail, see Hema’sMargaret River Region &
Southern Forests Map
Trout Fishing, Marroning,Garden & Flower Festivals
31
Trout & Red-fin Perch Fishing
Jetty
4
Water-s
3
Surf Beaches, Abseiling, Climbing
Surf beaches
HMAS SwanShipwreck
Cape Naturaliste Rocky Point
Sugarloaf Rock
Cape Clairault
Cowaramup Point
Cape Mentelle
Cape Freycinet
North Point
Knobby Head
Cape Hamelin
Cape Leeuwin White Point
Black Point
Canal Rocks
North Point
Redgate Beach
Cosy Corner
4WD on
ly
4WD only
Myalup
Binningup
Roelands
Burekup
Beela
Point Casuarina Eaton
Picton
Fernbrook
Worsley
Newlands
Brookhampton
ArgyleGwindinup
Claymore
Stratham
Elgin
Wonnerup Tutunup
YoongarillupVasseCarbunup
River
Quindalup
Meelup
JindongYelverton
Metricup
Willyabrup
Treeton
Gracetown
OsmingtonMowen
Rosa Glen
Sussex Mill
Cambray
Cundinup
Lewana
De
Yanamah
Ea
WillowSprings
Donnelly River
Glenoran
Carlotta
Barlee
Peerabeelup
Darradup
Jalbarragup
Alexandra Bridge
HamelinBay
FlindersBay
Yeagerup
Waterloo
Karri Gully
Eagle Bay
Wokalup
Benger
Australind
GrimwadeKirup
Mullalyup
Boyanup
Dardanup
LudlowDunsborough
Yallingup
Lowden
Cowaramup
Witchcliffe
Prevelly
Jarrahwood Balingup
Greenbushes
Karridale
Kudardup
Harvey
Brunswick Junction
DonnybrookCapel
Margaret River Nannup
Augusta
Pemberton
Busselton
Bunbury 355
250
250
250
251
251
1
1
20
20
107
10
10
10
10
10
10
104
104
10
Arts & Crafts, Regional Wine Ctre
Rockfield Estate
Settlers Ridge
Treeton Estate
Palandri Wines
Wise Vineyard
Brookland ValleyMoss Wood WineryWoody NookWillespie WinesCape Mentelle Winery
Arlewood EstateJuniper Estate
Voyager EstateRedgate WinesLeeuwin Estate
Green Valley Vineyard
Killerby(Leschenault)
Winery
Capel Vale
Wines
Thomson BrookWines
Donnelly River Wines
T
MountfordWinery
Blackwood WinesLauren Br
Birdwood Park Fruit Winery
Kirruvale Wines
Old Goldfields Orchard & Cider Factory
FergusonValleyWine Area
Harvey River Bridge
Wordsworth Wines
172
179
164
160,169
181-183
163
161-162,173 155-156157
159
166
165
167
168
158, 170-171
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Map 11 – Western Australia
Valley ofthe Giants
Muja Opencut
Jewel Cave
Lake Cave
Caves
429
54
18
18
52
31
44
127 3143
532
42
29
30
37
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For more detailon this area,see Hema’s
South West WA map
135
161
94
Mundijong
MtGrey
+
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NG
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Ande
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RL
IN
GR
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Moses Rock +
Mt Lindsay +Mt Frankland+
WHICHER RANGE
allam inLake Brown
Lake Camp
Moore
Swan
R
Avon
R
Karakin Lakes
Lake Pinjar
Breton Bay
Dide Bay
Helena Res
L.Ninan
Mortlock
R
Mortlock R
Mortlock
R
JilakinLake
TaarblinLake
Avon
R
Dale
R
R
R
Serp
entin
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Peel Inlet
Lake Clifton
LakePreston
Serpentine
Dam
Canning Dam
Murra
R
HarrisDam
Stirling Dam
Geographe Bay
R
Cowaramup Bay
Flinders Bay
Broke Inlet
Lake Muir
Shan
non
R
Fran
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River
Tone
R
Warren R
Donnelly
R
Kent
R
Denm
arkR
Hay
R
Gar
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Nornalup Inlet
Irwin
W
ilson
William
Bay
King George STorbay Bay
Isthmus Bay
R
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Lake Grace
LakeChinocup
Lake PingrupDumbleyung Lake
Coyrecup LakeR
R
Arthur
Lake Jasper
Two Peoples B
Kalgan
Pallin
Hotham
Williams
Inlet
Inlet
Shoalwater IsMarine Pk
Marmion Marine Pk
Moore River Nat Pk
Yanchep NP Avon ValleyNat Park
Yalgorup Nat Park
NATIONAL PARK
NATURALISTE
D'ENTRECASTEAUX NATIONAL PARK
SHANNON NATIONAL PARK
MT FRANKLAND NAT PARK
Walpole-Nornalup National Park
STIRLING RANGE NP
Torndirrup Nat Park
Way
PorongurupHassell NP
Lake NR
Nth Karl
Chinocup NR
TarinRockNR
C
Two Peoples B
Quarram NR
Unicup NR
LakeMuir NR
Quindinup NR
GingilupSwamps NR
GreaterBeedelup NP
Warren NP
Scott NP
Monadnocks Con Res
Serpentine NP
Yeal NR
Tuart Forest NP
Neerabup Nat Park
Nilgen NR Namming NR
Nat Park
WestCape Howe Nat Park
Yenyening Lakes NR
Tutanning NR
NR Boonan arring NR
Moondyne NR
Boyagin NR
Dumbleyung Lake NR
WandooCon Park
Dale CP
LuptonCon Park
Camel Lake NR
L
Lane Poole Con Res
Lane Poole Con Pk
Kalamunda NP
John ForrestNP
Brockman NP
Gloucester NP
Owingup NR
William Bay NP
WellingtonNat Park
Greater Preston Nat Park
Whicher NP
Rapids CPWiltshire-Butler NP
Blackwood River NP
Milyeannup NP
HilligerNP
EasterNP
Jane NP
Grtr Kingston Nat Park
Kodjinup NR
MT ROE
NAT PARKMt Lindesay NP
Tone Perup
Nature Res
LEEUWIN-
GREAT
GREAT
HWY
ALBANY
HWY
BROCKMAN
HWY
VASSEHW
Y
BUSS
ELL
HWY
SOUTH
WESTERN
HWY
COAST
SOUTH
HWY
MUIRS
EASTERN
96SOUTHERN
Gloucester Tree
Rottnest Island
Garden Is
Cape Bouvard
Becher Pt
Cape Naturaliste
Cape Clairault
Cape Freycinet
Cape Beaufort
Point D'Entrecasteaux
Pt Nuyts
Cliffy Head PtIrwin
PtHillier
Cape Vancou
Bald HeadCave Pt
Lo
Be
Cape Leeuwin
rd
'Cowalla'
'Beermullah'
'War
WyalkatchemDowerinTrayning NungarinMogumber
NewNorcia
CalingiriLancelin
Ledge Pt
Sea Bird
Guilderton
Two RocksYanchep
Quinns Rocks
Muchea
GinginBindoon
WannerooMullaloo
Scarborough
Wannamal
The LakesMidland
Upper Swan
WundowieWooroloo
Bolgart
Toodyay
Clackline
Tammin
Shackleton
Wes
Burrac
Walgoolan
Korbel
Kondinin
Kulin
DudininHarrismith
Jitarning
Pingar
Kukerin
Yealering
Brookton
Cuballing
Williams
WickepinBoddington
Marradong
Bannister Wandering
Dwarda
Popanyinning
Highbury
Piesseville
Quindanning
Yornaning
Armadale
Kelmscott
Kalamunda
ByfordKwinana
Safety Bay Jarrah dale
Preston Beach
Dwellingup
Yarloop
Coolup
WokalupMyalup
Binningup
Dardanup
LowdenBoyanup
Capel
Darkan
Ludlow
Mumballup
Argyle
Kirup
Picton
Cowaramup
DunsboroughYallingup
Gracetown
Eagle Bay
PrevellyWitchcliffe
Hamelin Bay KarridaleKudardup
Jarrahwood Balingup
Greenbushes
Grimwade
Mayanup
Stratham Bowelling
Noggerup
Deanmill
Northcliffe
Windy Harbour
Frankland RockyGully
Walpole
Nornalup
Nanarup
Porongurup
Cheyne Beach
Manypeaks
Redmond
Narrikup
Cranbrook
Tambellup
Kendenup
Borden
O
Amelup
Nyabing
ArthurRiver
Dinninup
Duranillin
Woodanilling
Badgebup
Broomehill
Dumbleyung
AugustaFlinders Bay
GrassValley
Meckering
Dangin
Greenhills
Doodlakine
Erikin
Sth Kumm
YunderupFalcon
Bulyee
Mundaring
Hills
York
Goomalling
Cunderdin Kellerberrin
Quairading
Bruce Rock
Narem
La
Corrigin
Beverley
Pingelly
Rockingham
Pinjarra
Waroona
Harvey
BrunswickJunction
DonnybrookBusselton
Margaret River Bridgetown
Boyup Brook
Nannup
Manjimup
Pemberton
Denmark
GnowangerupKojonup
Wagin
Beaufort
Narrogin
Mandurah
Collie
MtBarker
ALBANY
Katanning
Northam
Merredin
Bunbury
PERTHFremantle
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120
120
102
104
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95
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146-147
184-185 189 190-194
155-173
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95
35
53
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1715
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115
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WaveRock
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Weowanie Rock+
WelcomeHill
+
Strawberry Rocks +
Skeleton Rocks
+
KingRocks+
Dragon Rocks+
MtVernon
+
Mt Sheridan+
Marble Rock+Modesty Rock+
Kerrigan Rocks+
erson Rocks +
West MtBarren
+
Glenelg Rock+
Noombenberry Rock+
Mt Hampton+
Mt Drummond+
Mt Ridley+
Annie Peak+
BREMERRANGE
Mt Gordon+
Woolyeenyer Hill
+
Victoria Rock +
Yalca Hill+
Mt Norcott
+Mt Thirsty+
BurraRock
+
Mt Marion
+
McDermid Rock +
Mt Day+
Cave Hill+
PeakCharles
+Mt Gibbs+
Hatter Hill+
Lillian Stoke Rock +
Swallow Rock+
Diggers Rock
+
Toomey Hills
Mt Holland+
Sandalwood Rocks
+
NORSEMAN
NEWDEGATE
Diamond Rock++
Thursday Rock
pion
Lake Carmody
Lake Hurlstone
Lake Varley
Lake Camm
LakeKing
L Gulson
Lake Fox
R
Cheyne Bay
Dillon
Bay
Bremer Bay
R
Gairdner
R
Pt Charles Bay
LakeMagenta
LakeLockhart
FitzgeraldR
Doubtful Islands Bay
Esperance Bay Rossite
Pink Lake
Young
R
Lort
R
LakeGore
Pyramid Lake
LakeMends
Culham
Inle
t Mason Bay
Jerdacuttup Lakes
Jerd
acut
tup
R
LakeShaster
Oldfield
R
Phillips
R
West
R
R
LakeHope
LakeJohnston
LakeTay
LakeSharpe
LakeDundas
LakeGilmore
LakeLefroy
LakeCowan Lake
Barker
Lake Pallarup
Lake Chidnup
S O U T H E R N O C E A N
Bremer
Gordon Inlet
Hamersley
nup
Beaufort Inlet
Stokes Inlet
FITZGERALD RIVER
NATIONAL PARK
CapNat
Stokes Nat Park
Peak CharlesNational Park
BoorabbinNat Park
Victoria RockNature Res
Frank Hann NationalPark
Burra CP
JILBADJI NATURERESERVE
DUNDASNATURERESERVE
Kambalda NR
Nature Res
Griffiths Nature Res
Truslove Townsite NR
Kau Ro NR
BurdettSouth NR
Reche
Cheadanup Nature Res
Kundip NR
JerdacuttupLakes NR
Lake Shaster NR
Lake Magenta Nature Res
Pallarup NR
DunnRock NR
Dragon Rocks NR
Harris NR
L Hurlstone NRL Varley NR
Lake Ace NR
Lake King NR
YellowdineNature Res
Campion
lgarinNR
Corackerup NR
One Mile Rocks NR Breakaway Ridge NRLakeland
NR
Binaronca Nature Res
GoldfieldsWoodlandsNat Park
GoldfieldsWoodlands Cons Pk
Bishops Nature Res
HWY
HWY
HWY
ESPERAN
CE
COOLGARDIE
125
HOLLAND
TRACK
166
Cape RicheCapeKnob
Pt Irby Pt Henry
Hood Pt
Haul Off Rock
Pt Ann
Pt Charles
Mississip
Mondra
WEST GROUP
Butty HeadObservatory Pt
Cape Le Grand
Shoal CapePowell Pt
rriup'
'CapeRiche'
'Chillinup'
'Minarup'
'Vep
'Karak Park'
'Maydon'
'Nurragi'
'ClareDowns'
'Kappi Ki'
'Lauriana'
'Fairfield''Dalyup'
'Zeehan''Warrawoona'
'Witt
'Peak D'Gerbryn'
'Madoo Down
'Woolubar'
'Mt Monger''CowaDown
'Buldania'
'Mareil'
'Mandilla'
SouthernCross
Bullfinch
stonia
Bodallincoppin
Moorine Rock
Yellowdine
Marvel Loch
Muntadgin
Hyden
Karlgarin
Lake KingNewdegate
ring
Lake Biddy
Holt Rock
Gairdner
Jerramungup
Bremer BayBoxwoodHill
ead
Pingrup
Cockatoo Tank
minin
Varley
Munglinup
Salmon Gums
Grass Patch
ScaddanCascade
Ravensthorpe
Hopetoun
Kumarl
NinetyMile Tank
Nepean Nickel Mine
Widgiemooltha
Boorabbin
Bullabulling
Koorarawalyee
Wingarnie
Higginsville
Pioneer
Bromus
Private MiningRoad
Private Road Restricted Access
Roysalt Siding
Fitzgerald
Higginsville Mine
Randalls Mine
St Ives Mine
Gibson
ake Grace
Kambalda
Esperance
Kambalda West
Norseman
1
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107
40
40
94
94
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Map 13 – Western Australia
SundayStrait
TRAININGYAMPI
AREA
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28
7
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54 217
4214
63
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66
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179
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96
27
45
45
65
20124
LennardRiver Gorge
Boab Prison Tree
85
81
52
69
19
For more detail on this area,see Hema’s map of The Kimberley
14
2411
Horizontal WaterfallKooljaman Resort
28
14
34
41
Willie Creek Pearl Farm
56 35
13
22
7313
Windjana Gor
Collins Pool
49
60
33
49
106
27
16
16
Mt French+
WHA
TLEY
RANGE
HARDING RANGE
Mt Daglish+
Mt +KI N
GNAPIER
RANGE
Mt Beh+
Mt Percy +
Quanbun Bu+
Mt Tuckfield +
ST
GORGES R
BARBWIR
ERAN
GE
Wedge Hill+
McLARTY RANGE
Compass Hill+
Mt Disaster+
Barbrongan Tower +
E DG A R
R A N G E S
DukeDom
+
KUNMUNYA
Mt K
+
M+
Mowla Bluff+
Mt Jarlemai+Mt Collins
+
Near Hill+
Frome Rocks +
Reeves Hill+Stony Hill +
North Cliffs +
BEAGLE BAY
WOTJALUM
Mt Herbert
OSCAR
ONE ARM POINT
LOMBADINA
SUNDAY IS MUNJA
LOOMA
WYNDHAMRA
KIMBOLTONRA
Prince Frede
Port Nelson
St George Basin
Brunswick Bay
Geo
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SaleR
Calder
Isdell
LennardR
Mt Ck
Mt Hardm
an Ck
R
Goose Channel
Yampi Sound
Strickland Bay
Talbot Bay
Camden Sound
Deception Bay
Doubtful Bay
YuleEntrance
Collier Bay
Walcott Inlet
Cascade Bay
Cone Bay
Robinson R
K I N G
S O U N DStokes Bay
Strickland Bay
Cygnet Bay
Thomas Bay
Pender Bay
Beagle Bay
Carnot Bay
Roebuck Bay
Gee
gully
Ck
Alexander Ck
MedaRMay River
FraserRiver
I N D I A N
O C E A N
Disaster Bay
Barker
R
Deep Ck
Lacepede Channel
WynneFitzroy
Roadhouse Willare Bridge
CurtinAir Base
Tunn Na
Windjana Gorge Nat Park
Coulomb PointNature Reserve
KING
Devonian Reef Con Park
LEOPOLD
RA
Charnley RiverPastoral Lease
GREAT
HWY
NORTHERN
Coronation Islands
CapeBrewster
BUCCANEERARCHIPELAGO
Sunday Is
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Indexes
South Australia Index by Property LocationAdelaide, Henley Beach: Adelaide Luxury
Beach House 21 Adelaide: Miller Apartments 19
Adelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group: Bishops Garden and The Residency Penthouse 22
Adelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group: The Fire Engine Suite and Buxton Manor 23
Aldgate: Cladich Pavilions 29Angaston: Strathlyn Estate Bed and Breakfast 82Armagh (near Clare): Patly Hill Farm 89Auburn (near Clare): Cygnets at Auburn Bed
and Breakfast 90Balhannah (near Hahndorf and Oakbank):
Hannah’s Cottage 30Bull Creek: The Barn at The Old Oak 31Coober Pedy: Down to Erth 101Gawler Ranges (near Wudinna): Gawler
Ranges Wilderness Safaris 111Goolwa: Rose Eden House 49
Hahndorf: Amble at Hahndorf 32Henley Beach, Adelaide: Adelaide Luxury
Beach House 21Hindmarsh Island: Karinga Park Homestead 50Inman Valley: Rattleys at Pear Tree Hollow 45Kangaroo Island (Brownlow, near Kingscote):
Kangaroo Island Garden Cottages 51Kangaroo Island (Emu Bay): Seascape on
Emu Bay 52Kangaroo Island (Island Beach): De Coudie
Beach House 54Kangaroo Island (Island Beach): Island
Beach Lodge 53Kangaroo Island (Parndana): Eleanor River
Homestead 55Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw): Seaview Lodge 57Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw): Thorn Park
on the Island 56Mannum: Dream Boatel Floating Apartment 77
Adelaide Luxury Beach House, Henley Beach, Adelaide 21
Amble at Hahndorf, Hahndorf 32Ann’s Place, Robe 69Barossa Vista, Tanunda 86Bay 10 Holiday House and Apartments,
Port Lincoln 107Bellevue Bed & Breakfast, McLaren Vale 41Captain’s Cottage, Port Willunga
(near McLaren Vale) 42Carolynne’s Cottages, Naracoorte 63Casa Azzurro, Middleton 47Cladich Pavilions, Aldgate 29Coastview Escape, Normanville 46Curlew Park Country House, Mundulla 62Cygnets at Auburn Bed and Breakfast, Auburn
(near Clare) 90De Coudie Beach House, Kangaroo Island
(Island Beach) 54Down to Erth, Coober Pedy 101Dream Boatel Floating Apartment, Mannum 77Eleanor River Homestead, Kangaroo Island
(Parndana) 55Emaroo Port Hughes, Port Hughes 96Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris,
Gawler Ranges (near Wudinna) 111Hannah’s Cottage, Balhannah
(near Hahndorf and Oakbank) 30Island Beach Lodge, Kangaroo Island
(Island Beach) 53Jordan On Boston, Port Lincoln 108Kangaroo Island Garden Cottages, Kangaroo
Island (Brownlow, near Kingscote) 51Karinga Park Homestead, Hindmarsh Island 50Mackenzie’s on Jardine, Mount Gambier 64Michelle’s Garden Apartments, Tusmore, Adelaide 20Miller Apartments, Adelaide 19Mount Gambier Serviced Apartments, Mount
Gambier 65North Adelaide Heritage Group: Bishops Garden
and The Residency Penthouse, Adelaide 22
North Adelaide Heritage Group: The Fire Engine Suite and Buxton Manor, Adelaide 23
Patly Hill Farm, Armagh (near Clare) 89Port Willunga Cottages, Port Willunga and
Willunga (near McLaren Vale) 43Rattleys at Pear Tree Hollow, Inman Valley 45Rawnsley Park Station Eco Villas,
Wilpena Pound (Flinders Ranges) 100Robe Lifestyle Properties: Splash, Robe 67Robe Lifestyle Properties: Villa Pescatore, Robe 68Rose Eden House, Goolwa 49Seascape on Emu Bay, Kangaroo Island
(Emu Bay) 52Seaview Lodge, Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw) 57Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage, Seppeltsfield 85Stephanette’s Cottage, Nuriootpa 84Stonewell Cottages, Tanunda 87Stoneybank Settlement Cottages Bed and
Breakfast, Mt Pleasant 33Strathlyn Estate Bed and Breakfast, Angaston 82Tanonga Luxury Eco Lodges, Port Lincoln 109Taralee Orchards, Wirrabara 99The Barn at The Old Oak, Bull Creek 31The Blue Grape, Willunga 44The Pavilion at AL-RU Gardens,
One Tree Hill 34The Kirche at Charles Melton Wines, Tanunda 88The Louise, Marananga 83The Pelican Shed, Robe 70The Perch, Robe 71Thorn Park By The Vines, Sevenhill (near Clare) 91Thorn Park on the Island, Kangaroo Island
(Penneshaw) 56Tumby Bay Beach House, Tumby Bay
(near Port Lincoln) 110Watervilla House, Strathalbyn 35Waverley Estate, Port Elliot 48Wrens On Glenelg, Nelson (near Mount
Gambier) 66Yondah Beach House, Point Yorke
(near Marion Bay) 97
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Western Australia Index by Property NameA Sunshine Farmstay, Torbay (between Albany
and Denmark) 189Abundance @ Eagle Bay, Eagle Bay (near
Dusnborough) 156Adamson’s Riverside Accommodation,
Margaret River 158Bali Hai Resort and Spa, Broome, Cable Beach 213Beach House Shoalwater, Shoalwater,
Rockingham 146Big Brook Retreat, Pemberton 181Bridgewater on Margaret River, Margaret River 159BroomeTown Boutique Accommodation,
Broome 209Byrdie, Bunker Bay (near Dunsborough) 155Cloud Nine Spa Chalets, East Porongurup
(near Albany) 196Cottesloe Beach House Stays, Cottesloe
and Perth CBD 142Diamond Tree Farmhouse, Manjimup 180Directions Apartments, Perth, Subiaco 143Divers Bell Bed & Breakfast, Broome 208Ellensbrook Cottages, Cowaramup
(near Margaret River) 160Empire Retreat and Day Spa, Yallingup
(near Margaret River) 161Erravilla Country Estate, Yallingup
(near Margaret River) 162Esperance B&B by the Sea, Esperance 198Esperance Island View Apartments, Esperance 199Fern Gulley at Blackwood River Retreat,
Nannup 179Flinders Park Lodge, Albany 190Forest Rise Eco Retreat, Yelverton
(near Margaret River) 163Fothergills of Fremantle, Perth, Fremantle 144Hawke Brook Chalets, Pemberton 182Heritage Cottage, Perth, Fremantle 145
Hidden Valley Eco Spa Lodges and Day Spa, Pickering Brook 148
Hidden Valley Forest Retreat, Carbunup River (near Margaret River) 164
Hillside Country Retreat, York 149Hilltop Studios, Margaret River 165Horizon House & Apartment, Prevelly
(near Margaret River) 166Karma Chalets, Denmark 186Kendenup Lodge and Cottages, Kendenup
(near Albany) 197Kimberley Coastal Camp, Admiralty Gulf
(North Kimberley) 205Lantana, Albany (Middleton Beach) 192Losari Retreat, Margaret River 167Manuel Towers, Shoalwater, Rockingham 147Marmalade Lodge, Burnside (near Margaret River) 168McAlpine House and Captain Kennedy
House, Broome 210Merribrook Retreat, Cowaramup
(near Margaret River) 169Mornington Wilderness Camp, Mornington
Wildlife Sanctuary (north of Fitzroy Crossing) 207Nutkin Lodge, Peaceful Bay (between
Denmark and Walpole) 185Ocean Mist Villa, Albany (Middleton Beach) 193Pinctada Cable Beach,
Broome, Cable Beach 211Salitage Suites, Pemberton 183The Beach House at Bayside, Albany
(Middleton Beach) 194The Coombe, Denmark 187The Kimberley Grande, Kununurra 206The Mangrove Resort Hotel, Broome 212The Peninsula Riverside Serviced Apartments,
Perth 141The Rocks Albany, Albany 191
South Australia Index by Property Location (continued)
Marananga: The Louise 83McLaren Vale: Bellevue Bed & Breakfast 41Middleton: Casa Azzurro 47Mount Gambier: Mackenzie’s on Jardine 64Mount Gambier: Mount Gambier Serviced
Apartments 65Mt Pleasant: Stoneybank Settlement Cottages
Bed and Breakfast 33Mundulla: Curlew Park Country House 62Naracoorte: Carolynne’s Cottages 63Nelson (near Mount Gambier): Wrens
On Glenelg 66Normanville: Coastview Escape 46Nuriootpa: Stephanette’s Cottage 84One Tree Hill: The Pavilion at
AL-RU Gardens 34Point Yorke (near Marion Bay): Yondah
Beach House 97Port Elliot: Waverley Estate 48Port Hughes: Emaroo Port Hughes 96Port Lincoln: Bay 10 Holiday House and
Apartments 107
Port Lincoln: Jordan On Boston 108Port Lincoln: Tanonga Luxury Eco Lodges 109Port Willunga (near McLaren Vale):
Captain’s Cottage 42Port Willunga and Willunga (near McLaren
Vale): Port Willunga Cottages 43Robe: Ann’s Place 69Robe: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Splash 67Robe: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Villa Pescatore 68Robe: The Pelican Shed 70Robe: The Perch 71Seppeltsfield: Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage 85Sevenhill (near Clare): Thorn Park By The Vines 91Strathalbyn: Watervilla House 35Tanunda: Barossa Vista 86Tanunda: Stonewell Cottages 87Tanunda: The Kirche at Charles Melton Wines 88Tumby Bay (near Port Lincoln): Tumby
Bay Beach House 110Tusmore, Adelaide: Michelle’s Garden
Apartments 20Willunga (near McLaren Vale): The Blue Grape 44
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The Northern Territory Index by Property NameBanubanu Wilderness Retreat, Bremer Island
(Northeast Arnhem Land) 224Coodardie Station Stay, Mataranka 228Desert Springs Luxury Accomm. Alice Springs 229Dugong Beach Resort, Groote Eylandt
(Gulf of Carpentaria) 225Fannie Bay Beach House, Darwin (Fannie Bay) 222Harbour Lights and Aquamarine, Darwin 220
Knuckey Lagoons Villa, Darwin (Knuckey Lagoon) 223
Lakeview Kakadu, Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) 226
Lotus, Marilyn, Spice and Envy, Darwin 219Mandalay and Villa La Vue, Darwin 221Pintu Merah and The Gables, Darwin 218St Andrews Apartments, Katherine 227
Admiralty Gulf (North Kimberley): Kimberley Coastal Camp 205
Albany: Flinders Park Lodge 190Albany: The Rocks Albany 191Albany (Middleton Beach): Lantana 192Albany (Middleton Beach): Ocean Mist Villa 193Albany (Middleton Beach): The Beach
House at Bayside 194Bow Bridge (between Denmark and Walpole):
Tree-Elle Retreat 184Broome: BroomeTown Boutique
Accommodation 209Broome: Divers Bell Bed & Breakfast 208Broome: McAlpine House and Captain Kennedy
House 210Broome: The Mangrove Resort Hotel 212Broome, Cable Beach: Bali Hai Resort and Spa 213Broome, Cable Beach: Pinctada Cable Beach 211Bunker Bay (near Dunsborough): Byrdie 155Burnside (near Margaret River): Marmalade Lodge 168Carbunup River (near Margaret River):
Hidden Valley Forest Retreat 164Cottesloe and Perth CBD: Cottesloe Beach
House Stays 142Cowaramup (near Margaret River): Ellensbrook
Cottages 160Cowaramup (near Margaret River):
Merribrook Retreat 169Denmark: Karma Chalets 186Denmark: The Coombe 187Denmark: Woodstock 188Eagle Bay (near Dunsborough): Wise Vineyards 157Eagle Bay (near Dusnborough): Abundance @
Eagle Bay 156East Porongurup (near Albany): Cloud
Nine Spa Chalets 196Esperance: Esperance B&B by the Sea 198Esperance: Esperance Island View Apartments 199Kendenup (near Albany): Kendenup Lodge
and Cottages 197Kununurra: The Kimberley Grande 206Manjimup: Diamond Tree Farmhouse 180
Margaret River: Adamson’s Riverside Accommodation 158
Margaret River: Bridgewater on Margaret River 159Margaret River: Hilltop Studios 165Margaret River: Losari Retreat 167Margaret River: The Rosewood Guest House 170Margaret River: The Traill 171Metricup (near Margaret River): Yelverton
Brook Eco Spa Retreat 172Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary (north of Fitzroy
Crossing): Mornington Wilderness Camp 207Nannup: Fern Gulley at Blackwood River Retreat 179Peaceful Bay (between Denmark and Walpole):
Nutkin Lodge 185Pemberton: Big Brook Retreat 181Pemberton: Hawke Brook Chalets 182Pemberton: Salitage Suites 183Perth: The Peninsula Riverside Serviced
Apartments 141Perth, Fremantle: Fothergills of Fremantle 144Perth, Fremantle: Heritage Cottage 145Perth, Subiaco: Directions Apartments 143Pickering Brook: Hidden Valley Eco Spa
Lodges and Day Spa 148Porongurup (near Albany): Woodlands Retreat 195Prevelly (near Margaret River): Horizon House
& Apartment 166Shoalwater, Rockingham: Beach House
Shoalwater 146Shoalwater, Rockingham: Manuel Towers 147Torbay (between Albany and Denmark):
A Sunshine Farmstay 189Yallingup (near Margaret River): Empire Retreat
and Day Spa 161Yallingup (near Margaret River): Erravilla
Country Estate 162Yallingup (near Margaret River): Yallingup
Lodge Spa Retreat 173Yelverton (near Margaret River): Forest Rise
Eco Retreat 163York: Hillside Country Retreat 149
The Rosewood Guest House, Margaret River 170The Traill, Margaret River 171Tree-Elle Retreat, Bow Bridge (between
Denmark and Walpole) 184Wise Vineyards, Eagle Bay
(near Dunsborough) 157
Woodlands Retreat, Porongurup (near Albany) 195Woodstock, Denmark 188Yallingup Lodge Spa Retreat, Yallingup
(near Margaret River) 173Yelverton Brook Eco Spa Retreat, Metricup
(near Margaret River) 172
Western Australia Index by Property Name (continued)
Western Australia Index by Property Location
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The Northern Territory Index by Property Location
Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route Index by Property Name
Alice Springs: Desert Springs Luxury Accomm. 229Bremer Island (Northeast Arnhem Land):
Banubanu Wilderness Retreat 224Darwin: Harbour Lights and Aquamarine 220Darwin: Lotus, Marilyn, Spice and Envy 219Darwin: Mandalay and Villa La Vue 221Darwin: Pintu Merah and The Gables 218Darwin (Fannie Bay): Fannie Bay Beach House 222
Darwin (Knuckey Lagoon): Knuckey Lagoons Villa 223
Groote Eylandt (Gulf of Carpentaria): Dugong Beach Resort 225
Jabiru (Kakadu National Park): Lakeview Kakadu 226
Katherine: St Andrews Apartments 227Mataranka: Coodardie Station Stay 228
A Room With A View, Apollo Bay (Wongarra) 121Arabella Country House, Princetown (near
the Twelve Apostles) 126Coastal Domain Guest Houses, Jan Juc
(near Torquay) 119DULC Cabins, Halls Gap 131Eco-Luxe @ Mount Avoca, Avoca 129Hearn’s Beachside Villas, Port Fairy 127Marriners Falls Cottages, Apollo Bay 124MillDuck Strawbale B&B, Harcourt North
(between Maldon, Castlemaine & Bendigo) 128Mingarry Villas, Queenscliff 118Ocean Inlet, Fairhaven (near Aireys Inlet) 120
Paradise Gardens Cottages, Apollo Bay 123SEVEN, Hamilton 133Shearwater Cape Otway, Cape Otway
(near Apollo Bay) 125Stephanie’s at Onion Bay, Sugarloaf
(near Apollo Bay) 122The Grelco Run, Brimpean (Northern
Grampians, near Halls Gap) 130Royal Mail Hotel, Dunkeld 132Toorang Lakeside Retreat, Leopold
(near Geelong and Queenscliff) 117Waratah Brighton Boutique Bed and
Breakfast, Melbourne (Brighton) 116
Apollo Bay: Marriners Falls Cottages 124Apollo Bay: Paradise Gardens Cottages 123Apollo Bay (Wongarra): A Room With A
View 121Avoca: Eco-Luxe @ Mount Avoca 129Brimpean (Northern Grampians, near Halls
Gap): The Grelco Run 130Cape Otway (near Apollo Bay): Shearwater
Cape Otway 125Dunkeld: Royal Mail Hotel 132Fairhaven (near Aireys Inlet): Ocean Inlet 120Halls Gap: DULC Cabins 131Hamilton: SEVEN 133
Harcourt North (between Maldon, Castlemaine & Bendigo): MillDuck Strawbale B&B 128
Jan Juc (near Torquay): Coastal Domain Guest Houses 119
Leopold (near Geelong and Queenscliff): Toorang Lakeside Retreat 117
Melbourne (Brighton): Waratah Brighton 116Port Fairy: Hearn’s Beachside Villas 127Princetown (near the Twelve Apostles):
House Country Retreat 126Queenscliff: Mingarry Villas 118Sugarloaf (near Apollo Bay): Stephanie’s at
Onion Bay 122
Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route Index by Property Location
South AustraliaAdelaide: Miller Apartments 19Adelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
Bishops Garden and The Residency Penthouse 22Adelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
The Fire Engine Suite and Buxton Manor 23Auburn (near Clare): Cygnets at Auburn Bed
and Breakfast 90Coober Pedy: Down to Erth 101
Gawler Ranges (near Wudinna): Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris 111
Hahndorf: Amble at Hahndorf 32Henley Beach, Adelaide: Adelaide Luxury
Beach House 21Hindmarsh Island: Karinga Park Homestead 50Kangaroo Island (Brownlow, near Kingscote):
Kangaroo Island Garden Cottages 51
These properties are particularly suitable for children. As facilities for children will vary at each property, guests should enquire with the property prior to booking to assess suitability.
Suitable for Children Index
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The Northern TerritoryAlice Springs: Desert Springs Luxury Accomm. 229Bremer Island (Northeast Arnhem Land):
Banubanu Wilderness Retreat 224Darwin: Lotus, Marilyn, Spice and Envy 219Darwin: Pintu Merah and The Gables 218Darwin (Fannie Bay): Fannie Bay Beach House 222
Groote Eylandt (Gulf of Carpentaria): Dugong Beach Resort 225
Jabiru (Kakadu National Park): Lakeview Kakadu 226
Katherine: St Andrews Apartments 227Mataranka: Coodardie Station Stay 228
South Australia (continued)Kangaroo Island (Emu Bay): Seascape on
Emu Bay 52Kangaroo Island (Parndana): Eleanor River
Homestead 55Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw): Seaview Lodge 57Mannum: Dream Boatel Floating Apartment 77McLaren Vale: Bellevue Bed & Breakfast 41Middleton: Casa Azzurro 47Naracoorte: Carolynne’s Cottages 63Normanville: Coastview Escape 46Port Elliot: Waverley Estate 48Port Hughes: Emaroo Port Hughes 96Port Lincoln: Bay 10 Holiday House and
Apartments 107
Port Willunga (near McLaren Vale): Captain’s Cottage 42
Robe: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Splash 67Robe: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Villa Pescatore 68Robe: The Pelican Shed 70Robe: The Perch 71Strathalbyn: Watervilla House 35Tumby Bay (near Port Lincoln): Tumby Bay
Beach House 110Tusmore, Adelaide: Michelle’s Garden
Apartments 20Wilpena Pound (Flinders Ranges): Rawnsley
Park Station Eco Villas 100Wirrabara: Taralee Orchards 99
Western AustraliaAdmiralty Gulf (North Kimberley):
Kimberley Coastal Camp 205Albany (Middleton Beach): Lantana 192Albany (Middleton Beach): Ocean Mist Villa 193Bow Bridge (between Denmark and Walpole):
Tree-Elle Retreat 184Broome: McAlpine House and Captain
Kennedy House 210Broome, Cable Beach: Bali Hai Resort and Spa 213Broome, Cable Beach: Pinctada Cable
Beach 211Bunker Bay (near Dunsborough): Byrdie 155Burnside (near Margaret River): Marmalade
Lodge 168Cowaramup (near Margaret River): Ellensbrook
Cottages 160Eagle Bay (near Dunsborough): Wise Vineyards 157East Porongurup (near Albany): Cloud Nine Spa
Chalets 196Esperance: Esperance Island View Apartments 199
Kendenup (near Albany): Kendenup Lodge and Cottages 197
Kununurra: The Kimberley Grande 206Manjimup: Diamond Tree Farmhouse 180Margaret River: Bridgewater on Margaret River 159Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary (north of Fitzroy
Crossing): Mornington Wilderness Camp 207Peaceful Bay (between Denmark and Walpole):
Nutkin Lodge 185Pemberton: Hawke Brook Chalets 182Perth: The Peninsula Riverside Serviced
Apartments 141Perth, Fremantle: Fothergills of Fremantle 144Shoalwater, Rockingham: Beach House
Shoalwater 146Torbay (between Albany and Denmark):
A Sunshine Farmstay 189Yallingup (near Margaret River): Empire Retreat
and Day Spa 161York: Hillside Country Retreat 149
Avoca: Eco-Luxe @ Mount Avoca 129Brimpean (Northern Grampians, near
Halls Gap): The Grelco Run 130Cape Otway (near Apollo Bay): Shearwater
Cape Otway 125Dunkeld: Royal Mail Hotel 132Halls Gap: DULC Cabins 131Jan Juc (near Torquay): Coastal Domain Guest
Houses 119Leopold (near Geelong and Queenscliff):
Toorang Lakeside Retreat 117Melbourne (Brighton): Waratah Brighton 116
Princetown (near the Twelve Apostles): Arabella Country House 126
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Suitable for Children Index (continued)
Royal Mail, Dunkeld (page 132)
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Up to 8: Mingarry Villas 118Up to 8: Ocean Inlet 120Up to 8: Toorang Lakeside Retreat 117Up to 10: Waratah Brighton 116Up to 10: Arabella Country House 126Up to 10: DULC Cabins 131Up to 10: Eco-Luxe @ Mount Avoca 129Up to 12: Coastal Domain Guest Houses 119Up to 12: The Grelco Run 130Various: Royal Mail Hotel 132
Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route
Suitable for Groups IndexWe have defined a group as eight or more guests: so each of these properties can sleep at least eight in proper beds (we have also included a few that sleep less than eight but are particularly suitable for small groups). The properties listed as “various” have various configurations to suit small and large groups.
South AustraliaUp to 6: Jordan On Boston 108Up to 6: The Blue Grape 44Up to 7: Cladich Pavilions 29Up to 8: Amble at Hahndorf 32Up to 8: Ann’s Place 69Up to 8: Cygnets at Auburn Bed and Breakfast 90Up to 8: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Splash 67Up to 8: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Villa Pescatore 68Up to 8: Rose Eden House 49Up to 8: Stoneybank Settlement Cottages B&B 33Up to 8: Watervilla House 35Up to 9: The Perch 71Up to 10: Adelaide Luxury Beach House 21Up to 10: Captain’s Cottage 42Up to 10: Carolynne’s Cottages 63Up to 10: De Coudie Beach House 54Up to 10: Dream Boatel Floating Apartment 77Up to 10: Emaroo Port Hughes 96Up to 10: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
Bishops Garden and The Residency Penthouse 22
Up to 10: Stonewell Cottages 87Up to 10: The Pavilion at AL-RU Gardens 34Up to 11: Seaview Lodge 57Up to 11: Taralee Orchards 99Up to 12: Coastview Escape 46Up to 12: Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris 111Up to 12: Mount Gambier Serviced Apartments 65Up to 12: Patly Hill Farm 89Up to 16: Island Beach Lodge 53Up to 16: Kangaroo Island Garden Cottages 51Up to 18: Bay 10 Holiday House and
Apartments 107Up to 20: Karinga Park Homestead 50Up to 20: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
The Fire Engine Suite and Buxton Manor 23Up to 20: Rawnsley Park Station Eco Villas 100Up to 21: Waverley Estate 48Up to 25: Michelle’s Garden Apartments 20Up to 32: The Louise 83Various: Miller Apartments 19
Western AustraliaUp to 7: Beach House Shoalwater 146Up to 8: Fern Gulley at Blackwood River
Retreat 179Up to 8: Heritage Cottage 145Up to 8: The Traill 171Up to 10: Cloud Nine Spa Chalets 196Up to 10: Hidden Valley Forest Retreat 164Up to 10: Manuel Towers 147Up to 10: Byrdie 155Up to 10 and 16: McAlpine House and
Captain Kennedy House 210Up to 11: A Sunshine Farmstay 189Up to 12: Kimberley Coastal Camp 205Up to 12: Marmalade Lodge 168Up to 12: The Rocks Albany 191Up to 12: Yallingup Lodge Spa Retreat 173Up to 14: Directions Apartments 143Up to 14: Erravilla Country Estate 162Up to 14: Fothergills of Fremantle 144Up to 14: The Beach House at Bayside 194Up to 14: The Rosewood Guest House 170Up to 16: Big Brook Retreat 181
Up to 16: Ellensbrook Cottages 160Up to 16: Hidden Valley Eco Spa Lodges
and Day Spa 148Up to 16: Losari Retreat 167Up to 16: Salitage Suites 183Up to 18: Flinders Park Lodge 190Up to 18: Wise Vineyards 157Up to 20: Empire Retreat and Day Spa 161Up to 20: Hawke Brook Chalets 182Up to 26: Mornington Wilderness Camp 207Up to 26: Nutkin Lodge 185Up to 26: Tree-Elle Retreat 184Up to 29: Adamson’s Riverside
Accommodation 158Up to 30: Merribrook Retreat 169Up to 32: Hillside Country Retreat 149Up to 36: Kendenup Lodge and Cottages 197Up to 40: Esperance Island View Apartments 199Up to 50: Karma Chalets 186Various: Pinctada Cable Beach 211Various: The Peninsula Riverside Serviced
Apartments 141
Ocean Inlet, Fairhaven (page 120)
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Western AustraliaAlbany: Flinders Park Lodge 190Albany: The Rocks Albany 191Albany (Middleton Beach): The Beach House
at Bayside 194Bow Bridge (between Denmark and Walpole):
Tree-Elle Retreat 184Broome: BroomeTown Boutique
Accommodation 209Broome: Divers Bell Bed & Breakfast 208Broome: McAlpine House and Captain Kennedy
House 210Broome: The Mangrove Resort Hotel 212Broome, Cable Beach: Bali Hai Resort and Spa 213Broome, Cable Beach: Pinctada Cable Beach 211Burnside (near Margaret River): Marmalade
Lodge 168Cottesloe and Perth CBD: Cottesloe Beach
House Stays 142Cowaramup (near Margaret River):
Merribrook Retreat 169Eagle Bay (near Dusnborough): Abundance
@ Eagle Bay 156Margaret River: Adamson’s Riverside
Accommodation 158
Margaret River: Bridgewater on Margaret River 159Margaret River: Losari Retreat 167Margaret River: The Rosewood Guest House 170Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary (north of Fitzroy
Crossing): Mornington Wilderness Camp 207Nannup: Fern Gulley at Blackwood River
Retreat 179Peaceful Bay (between Denmark and Walpole):
Nutkin Lodge 185Pemberton: Big Brook Retreat 181Pemberton: Hawke Brook Chalets 182Pemberton: Salitage Suites 183Perth, Fremantle: Fothergills of Fremantle 144Perth, Subiaco: Directions Apartments 143Porongurup (near Albany): Woodlands Retreat 195Yallingup (near Margaret River): Empire
Retreat and Day Spa 161Yallingup (near Margaret River): Erravilla
Country Estate 162Yallingup (near Margaret River): Yallingup
Lodge Spa Retreat 173Yelverton (near Margaret River): Forest
Rise Eco Retreat 163York: Hillside Country Retreat 149
The Northern TerritoryUp to 8: Banubanu Wilderness Retreat 224Up to 11: Coodardie Station Stay 228Up to 30: Lotus, Marilyn, Spice and Envy 219
Up to 30: Pintu Merah and The Gables 218Up to 50: St Andrews Apartments 227Various: Dugong Beach Resort 225
These properties have substantial gardens or bush or wilderness settings that are of historic significance, are in the Australian Open Garden Scheme or are simply tended by passionate garden-loving hosts.
Gardens Index
South AustraliaAdelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
Bishops Garden and The Residency Penthouse 22Adelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
The Fire Engine Suite and Buxton Manor 23Aldgate: Cladich Pavilions 29Angaston: Strathlyn Estate Bed and Breakfast 82Armagh (near Clare): Patly Hill Farm 89Balhannah (near Hahndorf and Oakbank):
Hannah’s Cottage 30Gawler Ranges (near Wudinna): Gawler
Ranges Wilderness Safaris 111Goolwa: Rose Eden House 49Hahndorf: Amble at Hahndorf 32Inman Valley: Rattleys at Pear Tree Hollow 45Kangaroo Island (Brownlow, near Kingscote):
Kangaroo Island Garden Cottages 51Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw): Seaview Lodge 57Marananga: The Louise 83McLaren Vale: Bellevue Bed & Breakfast 41Middleton: Casa Azzurro 47
Mt Pleasant: Stoneybank Settlement Cottages Bed and Breakfast 33
Naracoorte: Carolynne’s Cottages 63Nelson (near Mount Gambier): Wrens On Glenelg 66Nuriootpa: Stephanette’s Cottage 84One Tree Hill: The Pavilion at AL-RU Gardens 34Port Elliot: Waverley Estate 48Port Lincoln: Jordan On Boston 108Port Lincoln: Tanonga Luxury Eco Lodges 109Port Willunga and Willunga (near McLaren
Vale): Port Willunga Cottages 43Robe: Ann’s Place 69Robe: The Perch 71Seppeltsfield: Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage 85Strathalbyn: Watervilla House 35Tanunda: Stonewell Cottages 87Tusmore, Adelaide: Michelle’s Garden
Apartments 20Willunga (near McLaren Vale): The Blue Grape 44
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Apollo Bay: Paradise Gardens Cottages 123Dunkeld: Royal Mail Hotel 132Harcourt North (between Maldon, Castlemaine
& Bendigo): MillDuck Strawbale B&B 128
Melbourne (Brighton): Waratah Brighton Boutique Bed and Breakfast 116
Princetown (near the Twelve Apostles): Arabella Country House 126
The Northern TerritoryDarwin: Mandalay and Villa La Vue 221Darwin (Fannie Bay): Fannie Bay Beach House 222Darwin (Knuckey Lagoon): Knuckey
Lagoons Villa 223
Groote Eylandt (Gulf of Carpentaria): Dugong Beach Resort 225
South AustraliaAuburn (near Clare): Cygnets at Auburn Bed and
Breakfast 90Balhannah (near Hahndorf and Oakbank):
Hannah’s Cottage 30Bull Creek: The Barn at The Old Oak 31Gawler Ranges (near Wudinna): Gawler Ranges
Wilderness Safaris 111Hindmarsh Island: Karinga Park Homestead 50Kangaroo Island (Emu Bay): Seascape on
Emu Bay 52Marananga: The Louise 83
One Tree Hill: The Pavilion at AL-RU Gardens 34
Port Hughes: Emaroo Port Hughes 96Port Lincoln: Jordan On Boston 108Sevenhill (near Clare): Thorn Park By The Vines 91Willunga (near McLaren Vale):
The Blue Grape 44Wilpena Pound (Flinders Ranges): Rawnsley
Park Station Eco Villas 100Admiralty Gulf (North Kimberley):
Kimberley Coastal Camp 205
These properties offer a restaurant, dinners served in formal dining rooms or simply good country style meals prepared by prior arrangement by proficient home-cook chefs.
Good Food Getaways Index
Western AustraliaAlbany: Flinders Park Lodge 190Albany (Middleton Beach): The Beach
House at Bayside 194Broome: The Mangrove Resort Hotel 212Broome, Cable Beach: Pinctada Cable
Beach 211Carbunup River (near Margaret River):
Hidden Valley Forest Retreat 164Eagle Bay (near Dunsborough): Wise Vineyards 157Eagle Bay (near Dusnborough): Abundance @
Eagle Bay 156
East Porongurup (near Albany): Cloud Nine Spa Chalets 196
Kendenup (near Albany): Kendenup Lodge and Cottages 197
Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary (north of Fitzroy Crossing): Mornington Wilderness Camp 207
Yallingup (near Margaret River): Empire Retreat and Day Spa 161
Yallingup (near Margaret River): Yallingup Lodge Spa Retreat 173
Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route
The Northern TerritoryBremer Island (Northeast Arnhem Land):
Banubanu Wilderness Retreat 224Groote Eylandt (Gulf of Carpentaria):
Dugong Beach Resort 225
Mataranka: Coodardie Station Stay 228
Victoria’s Great Southern Touring RouteApollo Bay (Wongarra): A Room With A View 121Brimpean (Northern Grampians, near Halls
Gap): The Grelco Run 130Dunkeld: Royal Mail Hotel 132
Melbourne (Brighton): Waratah Brighton 116Princetown (near the Twelve Apostles):
Arabella Country House 126
Gardens Index (continued)
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Historic Properties Index
South AustraliaAdelaide: Miller Apartments 19Adelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
Bishops Garden and The Residency Penthouse 22Adelaide: North Adelaide Heritage Group:
The Fire Engine Suite and Buxton Manor 23Aldgate: Cladich Pavilions 29Angaston: Strathlyn Estate Bed and Breakfast 82Auburn (near Clare): Cygnets at Auburn
Bed and Breakfast 90Bull Creek: The Barn at The Old Oak 31Goolwa: Rose Eden House 49Hindmarsh Island: Karinga Park Homestead 50
Inman Valley: Rattleys at Pear Tree Hollow 45Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw): Seaview Lodge 57Mt Pleasant: Stoneybank Settlement Cottages
Bed and Breakfast 33Port Elliot: Waverley Estate 48Port Willunga and Willunga (near McLaren
Vale): Port Willunga Cottages 43Robe: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Splash 67Seppeltsfield: Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage 85Strathalbyn: Watervilla House 35Tanunda: The Kirche at Charles Melton Wines 88
Western AustraliaAdmiralty Gulf: Kimberley Coastal Camp 205Albany: Flinders Park Lodge 190Albany: The Rocks Albany 191Broome: McAlpine House and Captain
Kennedy House 210
Perth, Fremantle: Fothergills of Fremantle 144Perth, Fremantle: Heritage Cottage 145York: Hillside Country Retreat 149
These properties are heritage-listed or have a significant historic aspect or importance.
These properties are pet friendly. Some only take pets by prior arragement. Please
Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route
Pet Friendly Properties Index
The Northern TerritoryBremer Island (Northeast Arnhem Land):
Banubanu Wilderness Retreat 224Darwin (Knuckey Lagoon): Knuckey Lagoons Villa 223Mataranka: Coodardie Station Stay 228
Dunkeld: Royal Mail Hotel 132
South AustraliaArmagh (near Clare): Patly Hill Farm 89Auburn (near Clare): Cygnets at Auburn Bed
and Breakfast 90Balhannah (near Hahndorf and Oakbank):
Hannah’s Cottage 30Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw): Seaview Lodge 57Naracoorte: Carolynne’s Cottages 63Normanville: Coastview Escape 46
Point Yorke (near Marion Bay): Yondah Beach House 97
Port Hughes: Emaroo Port Hughes 96Robe: Robe Lifestyle Properties: Villa Pescatore 68Robe: The Pelican Shed 70Strathalbyn: Watervilla House 35Tumby Bay (near Port Lincoln): Tumby Bay
Beach House 110
Western AustraliaBow Bridge (between Denmark and Walpole):
Tree-Elle Retreat 184Burnside (near Margaret River): Marmalade Lodge 168Kendenup (near Albany): Kendenup Lodge and
Cottages 197
Nannup: Fern Gulley at Blackwood River Retreat 179Peaceful Bay (between Denmark and Walpole):
Nutkin Lodge 185Shoalwater, Rockingham: Beach House
Shoalwater 146York: Hillside Country Retreat 149
The Northern TerritoryMataranka: Coodardie Station Stay 228
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The Northern TerritoryBremer Island (Northeast Arnhem Land):
Banubanu Wilderness Retreat 224Darwin (Knuckey Lagoon): Knuckey
Lagoons Villa 223Mataranka: Coodardie Station Stay 228
South AustraliaBalhannah (near Hahndorf and Oakbank):Hannah’s Cottage 30Coober Pedy: Down to Erth 101Gawler Ranges (near Wudinna): Gawler Ranges
Wilderness Safaris 111Hahndorf: Amble at Hahndorf 32Hindmarsh Island: Karinga Park Homestead 50Inman Valley: Rattleys at Pear Tree Hollow 45Kangaroo Island (Parndana): Eleanor River
Homestead 55
McLaren Vale: Bellevue Bed & Breakfast 41Nelson (near Mount Gambier): Wrens On
Glenelg 66Port Lincoln: Tanonga Luxury Eco Lodges 109Sevenhill (near Clare): Thorn Park By The Vines 91Willunga (near McLaren Vale): The Blue
Grape 44Wilpena Pound (Flinders Ranges): Rawnsley
Park Station Eco Villas 100Wirrabara: Taralee Orchards 99
Western AustraliaAdmiralty Gulf (North Kimberley): Kimberley
Coastal Camp 205Broome: McAlpine House and Captain
Kennedy House 210Broome, Cable Beach: Pinctada Cable Beach 211Denmark: Karma Chalets 186Margaret River: Hilltop Studios 165
Metricup (near Margaret River): Yelverton Brook Eco Spa Retreat 172
Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary (north of Fitzroy Crossing): Mornington Wilderness Camp 207
Torbay (between Albany and Denmark): A Sunshine Farmstay 189
Yelverton (near Margaret River): Forest Rise Eco Retreat 163
Eco Friendly IndexThese properties have substantial eco-friendly aspects (in design, construction and/or operation), are Green STAR accredited by AAA Tourism or Eco Tourism Accredited.
Avoca: Eco-Luxe @ Mount Avoca 129Cape Otway (near Apollo Bay): Shearwater
Cape Otway 125
Halls Gap: DULC Cabins 131Harcourt North (between Maldon, Castlemaine &
Bendigo): MillDuck Strawbale B&B 128
Victoria’s Great Southern Touring Route
Forest Rise Eco Retreat, Margaret River (page 132)Coodardie Station Stay (page 228)
Rawnsley Park Station, Flinders Ranges (page 100) Bellevue B&B, McLaren Vale (page 41)
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