1. this summer
As a luxury lover you’ll know about the high
profile luxury resorts, retreats and lodges in
spectacular locations scattered across Australia.
But there are other, equally luxurious properties
you may never have heard of, virtually in your
own back yard. They’ve either recently opened,
or they’re low profile hideaways known only to
regulars and those who search for them. Here
are 23 places you can live in luxury not far from
your own doorstop.
By Lucy Jones, Danielle Robertson,
Joline Samawi and Simon Pham.
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Longitude 131°
O
prah brought the world’s attention to this boutique property when
she stayed here on her Ultimate Australian Adventure so you’d
hardly describe it as not well known,but its remote location means
it’s not top of mind for Australians looking for luxury in their own back yards.
There are only 15 luxury tents in this resort set in the dual World Heritage
Listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.Each elevated tent features a white-
domed roof and flowing fabric designed to create the illusion of camping.But
that’s where the illusion ends - the luxe tents come with air-conditioning,Bose
sound systems and direct views of Uluru through floor to ceiling windows.
THINGSTO DO
There are both guided and self-guided walks around the national park, most
graded easy to moderate, which are included in the tariff.The gentle 10.6
kilometre Uluru base walk takes you through acacia woodlands, grassed
claypans and to the famous Mutitjulu waterhole.This walk is particularly
impressive at sunrise or sunset when the rock is at its most vibrant red.The
national park covers more than 2,000 square kilometres, so to venture further
a field Longitude 131° organises private half and full day tours with a guide
and 4WD. Or explore from the air with helicopter or small plane flights over
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and all the way to Kings Canyon.
RATES
From A$2,070 per night including all meals, beverages, the touring program
and entrance to the national park.Visit: longitude131.coma
Bedarra Island Villa
B
edarra Island Villa is on a secluded island off the coast of
Far North Queensland near the town of Mission Beach.
The villa is near the water’s edge on a private two-acre
estate that fronts a palm-fringed white sand beach that is considered
to be one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Designed by
renowned interior architect Ian Moore, the villa is both relaxed and
contemporary and all the rooms have sweeping ocean views. It has
two queen-sized bedrooms, an open-plan lounge/dining space which
expands out to a large deck with a barbecue, a fully equipped kitchen
and laundry facilities.There are a few private homes on the island but
there’s no public access so there won’t be any day-trippers to interrupt
your stay.
WHATTO DO
Guests can have a leisurely swim or snorkel directly in front of the
villa in the clear water of the Coral Sea. Snorkelling gear, kayaks and
fishing reels are provided. At low tide there are walks to take around
the island with lookout points offering great vantage points for
photography.
RATES
The villa is A$770 per night for a three-night minimum stay
for a maximum of four guests. For more information go to
contemporaryhotels.com.au
Close to SYDNEY
Bora Bora House
B
ora Bora house at Cottage Point in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National
Park is just 35 minutes from the Sydney CBD.Inspired by private
resorts in Bali,this award-winning property was featured recently
on Grand Designs Australia.The house has an infinity edge swimming pool,
heated spa,multiple entertaining pavilions and a Miele kitchen.There are four
queen size bedrooms,one twin room with two single beds and four bathrooms
to accommodate a maximum of 10 guests (eight adults plus two children).
WHATTO DO
The Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is where the Hawkesbury River
meets the sea and there are many secluded beaches, winding creeks, hidden
coves and areas of deep water to explore.The calm waters make many of the
beaches good for swimming with children. Flathead, tailor, snapper, mullet
and bream are plentiful in the surrounding waters and the house comes with
fishing equipment and a yabbie pump.Walking tracks are spread throughout
the national park and the trails that criss-cross the park are great for cycling.
RATES
As a special introductory offer low season rates start from A$1,100 per night
for stays of two to four nights and A$1,000 per night for stays of five nights
or more. For more information go to: contemporaryhotels.com.au
Calabash Bay Lodge
H
idden only 45 minutes north of Sydney, waterfront Calabash
Bay Lodge is a luxury retreat at the south-eastern edge of the
Hawkesbury region. Surrounded by Marramarra and Kuring-gai
Chase National Parks, the lodge can only be accessed by water. It is self-
contained with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and indoor and outdoor
entertaining zones over three sun-drenched, north-facing levels. Visitors
are given boat transfers and use of a 4.5-metre runabout boat (no boat
license required). Seaplane transfers are also possible direct to the lodge
from Rose Bay or Palm Beach.
WHATTO DO
Lodge visitors can kayak through 200 million year old sandstone red
ochre cliffs and mangrove creeks. Bushwalking in the Marramarra
National Park is another option. To cool off visitors can dive off their
private pontoon or swim at secret beaches scattered across the region.
For the fisherman, Berowra Waters is known for its abundant bream and
flathead. The Lodge is five minutes away from fine dining at Berowra
Waters Inn, with VIP boat transfers for lunch and dinner.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Rates start at A$1,800 for the weekend, A$600 midweek (minimum
two nights), and A$3,800 for the week. For more information visit:
calabashbaylodge.com.au
The Chelsea
MacMasters Beach
T
here are 10 newly appointed luxury apartments at The Chelsea
at MacMasters Beach on the NSW Central Coast.The self-
contained holiday rentals range from two to four bedrooms
plus studies with king-size beds, air-conditioning and gas fireplaces for
the cooler months. When it comes to dining, guests have a choice of
preparing meals in the fully-equipped kitchens and dine in spacious living
areas or the outdoor entertaining areas with gas barbeques.The rooftop
entertaining area has ocean views.
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LUXURY CLOSE TO HOME
Opposite page: tented
luxury at Longitude 131.
Left: the infinity edge
swimming pool at Bora
Bora House.

3. WHATTO DO
Just 10 minutes from the towns of Terrigal and Avoca, there are plenty of
shops and cafes to check out. Copacabana beach is five minutes walk away
and MacMasters beach itself is patrolled. If you’re travelling with kids
there are rockpools to explore and you can fish off the wharves at nearby
Hardy Bay. MacMasters beach is rated as one of the top 100 surf beaches in
Australia.The Chelsea is right at the start of Bouddi National Park, which
offers more beaches, picnic areas and the Bouddi Coastal Walk. Fishing
is permitted in most areas of the National Park and there are also several
cycling tracks.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Rates start from A$350 per night from Sunday to Thursday and A$800 per
night for Friday or Saturday. Visit: terrigal.ljhooker.com.au
Mending Wall
N
amed for the Robert Frost poem, this countryside residence
was short-listed in the 2009 World Architecture Festival and is
now offered as a luxury holiday property for up to eight guests.
Located in Mount Irvine, a small village off the Bells Line of Road in the
Blue Mountains, around two hours from the Sydney CBD, this property
combines striking design with a serene mountain experience.The three-
bedroom house has a fully equipped kitchen, barbecue, media room and
a five-person outdoor spa. Curl up in front of the wood fire with a book
from the library or play the baby grand piano.The house is surrounded by
landscaped gardens with plenty of space for kids to run around.
WHATTO DO
The surrounding Blue Mountains offer outdoor activities including
bushwalking, horse riding, cycling and rock climbing. Mount Irvine and
nearby Mount Wilson are famous for cool-climate gardens such as the
Yengo Sculpture Gardens and Lindfield Park and there are some great
picnic spots nearby. During March and April guests can pick their own
walnuts and chestnuts in the area.
RATES
The special introductory rate starts at A$1,000 per night for two to four
nights and A$900 per night for stays of five nights or more. For more
information go to: contemporaryhotels.com.au
Palm Beach Villa
T
his oceanfront villa is at the southern end of Palm Beach just
one hour’s drive from central Sydney. It has two pavilions
with four king-sized bedrooms, all with en suite, open plan
living and dining areas, a white marble kitchen, two media rooms and
a large outdoor entertaining space all designed with crisp white and a
focus on natural light.The beach is only a short walk, or take a dip in
the swimming pool.The property has expansive views of the Barrenjoey
lighthouse and Pacific Ocean.
WHATTO DO
Palm Beach is the perfect location for water-based activities like snorkelling,
surfing,kayaking and fishing.There are walking tracks around Barrenjoey
Headland and dolphins are often spotted.The nearby Palm Beach Golf
Club welcomes non-members to play a round on its oceanfront course.
RATES AND PACKAGES
The special introductory rate for low season is A$1,500 per night with a
two night minimum stay. Visit: contemporaryhotels.com.au
Potts Point View
P
otts Point View is a one-bedroom luxury apartment with a
quintessential Sydney view,taking in the Opera House,Harbour
Bridge,Luna Park and CBD skyline.Located in a 1970s architect-
designed,mid-rise building attributed to Australian Modernist Ian McKay,
it is furnished with Australian and international mid-century pieces.Walls
have removed to leave views from every angle.The interior was designed by
video director Don Cameron,the bathroom has underfloor heating and the
fully-equipped chef’s kitchen is fitted out with Miele appliances.
WHATTO DO
The apartment is a short walk from Sydney’s most famous landmarks: the
Botanical Gardens,the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Opera
House.Take a self-guided historical walking tour to see how the Sydney
elite lived last century.The area is home to more than 200 restaurants and
bars and there are clothing boutiques along neighbouring Macleay Street.
RATES
Rates start at A$485 per night for two to four nights and A$385 per night
for five nights or more.Visit: contemporaryhotels.com.au
Close to BRISBANE
Golden Door Health
Retreat Queensland
J
ust 30 minutes north of Surfers Paradise this health retreat
combines relaxation,exercise,healthy cuisine and personalised
spa treatments with luxe accommodation.Choose between a
five or seven-day package including accommodation in a room,chalet
or cottage,all meals,group fitness activities and relaxation classes,
seminars and workshops and spa treatments.This isn’t a week to
indulge – there are no televisions,no alcohol,no tobacco,no sweets
and no tea or coffee.The retreats are designed to improve fitness,detox,
distress and kick start a healthy lifestyle change.
WHATTO DO
A typical day starts with a session of Tai Chi at sunrise followed by a
guided walk or deep water running in the indoor heated pool. Breakfast
is followed by a morning stretch class and a health and wellbeing
workshop. During the day there’s yoga, tribal dance, meditation, cardio
boxing, water polo, volleyball, belly dancing or kung fu. Enjoy a spa
treatment in the afternoon before a healthy dinner and an early night.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Five day packages start from A$2,220 and seven day packages from
A$2,775. Special advance purchase rates are available and can offer
discounts of up to 20 per cent.Visit: goldendoor.com.au
Secrets on the Lake
S
ecrets on the Lake,just an hour north of Brisbane in Montville,
promises complete relaxation for a romantic interlude or a great
place for a family holiday.The accommodation options here
are luxury tree houses with lake views.They’re set in secluded parts of
the rainforest surrounding the main property.Each tree house contains
a queen-size bed,a double shower,a log fire with plenty of firewood,a
lounge suite,mood lighting,air conditioning,TV,CD and DVD,a sunken
double spa bath with a view and a private balcony with a barbeque.
WHATTO DO
Guests have full access to a library of games, CDs and DVDs, a full size
billiard table, canoes and fishing gear including a selection of rods, lures
and tackle. Fishing takes place at Lake Baroon which is well stocked
with fresh water fish. Bushwalking is also recommended along the
58-kilometre trails of the Queensland’s Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Rates start from A$205 per couple per night for a Whistle Stop cabin.
For more information visit secretsonthelake.com.au
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THE BEST OF AUSTRALIAN DESIGN
Above right: clean white lines at
Palm Beach Villa.
Main image: Mending Wall was
shortlisted at the 2009 World
Architecture Festival.

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Spicers Canopy
S
picers Canopy is a unique,safari-style camping experience in the
Scenic Rim region one and a half hours south west of Brisbane.Each
of the ten tents has a king size or twin beds,polished floorboards,
luxurious armchairs and bedside tables and a covered deck with deckchairs.
The large communal lodge building has a separate dining area,stone fireplaces,
comfortable lounge and a collection of books and board games.
WHATTO DO
Participate in a one,three or five night guided walk to explore the 5,000-acre
private nature reserve and the adjacent Main Range National Park.There are
mountain bikes available to explore the region further or you can play croquet
and other ball games on the expansive grounds.Or join award-winning chef
Daniel Mosten in making a wood-fired pizza in the outdoor pizza oven.
RATES AND PACKAGES
All packages include accommodation,gourmet meals and beverages.Prices
start at A$990 per night.There are 15 per cent discounts for two night stays,
and 25 per cent discounts for three or more nights.Walking packages start at
A$175 per person and four-day walking packages start at around A$600 per
person.Visit: spicersgroup.com.au/property/spicers-canopy
Spicers Clovelly Estate
S
et on 22 acres of grand figs and blooming jacarandas,this stately lodge
has only 10 luxury suites.The French provincial architecture of the
main house is continued throughout the suites with a simple colour
palette,bay windows,plush furnishings and marble bathrooms.The property
also has an outdoor swimming pool,French-inspired restaurant and day spa.
THINGSTO DO
Explore the gardens and manicured lawns of the estate or venture further into
the Kondalilla Falls National Park for a swim in the rock pool at the top of the
falls.There are three wineries within ten minutes of the property and boutique
food producers in the region.The village of Montville is a short distance from
the property and is home to art galleries,boutiques and restaurants.
RATES
From A$399 midweek and A$429 on weekends including breakfast.Visit:
spicersgroup.com.au/property/spicers-clovelly-estate
Spicers Peak Lodge
J
ust two hours south-west of Brisbane and only a little further from
the Gold Coast,Spicers Peak Lodge is an intimate retreat offering a
blend of luxury accommodation and fine dining.The lodge has only
ten luxurious suites and two private lodges in a secluded wilderness area near
the Main Range National Park.In 2011 the property was named Best Luxury
Accommodation at the Queensland Tourism Awards for the second year.
WHATTO DO
Nearby is the Granite Belt region known as the wine capital of
Queensland with more than 40 vineyards in the area, or take a
Champagne picnic to any of the scenic locations in the 9,000 acre
grounds. For adventurers there’s bushwalking in the National Park and
mountain bikes are also provided.
RATES AND PACKAGES
All packages include breakfast, three-course gourmet lunch or picnic
hamper, seven-course degustation dinner with matching wines, 24-hour
beverages and lots of other extras. Lodge suites start from A$1,190 per
night. Visit: spicersgroup.com.au/property/spicers-peak-lodge
Spicers Tamarind
Retreat
S
picers Tamarind Retreat in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
combines Thai style with the Australian bush.The retreat is on an
18-acre property surrounded by tropical rainforest.Accommodation
options include 12 stand-alone pavilions and seven two-bedroom villas.All
pavilions feature a king-size bed,a balcony with an outdoor setting,a fireplace
and two LCD televisions and an outdoor cedar hot tub.
WHATTO DO
Tamarind Retreats is set in the rainforest so guests can explore walking
trails or take a picnic lunch to the waterfall.Chef Cameron Mathews holds
cooking classes where guests learn Thai cuisine and there are also French and
Italian cooking classes on offer.There are also restaurants,a popular cheese
shop,three local wineries and boutiques in the nearby Montville area.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Prices start at A$299 per couple for a one or two bedroom villa midweek
and from A$399 per couple on weekends. For more information go to:
spicersgroup.com.au/property/spicers-tamarind-retreat
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Hepburn at Hepburn
H
epburn at Hepburn Luxury Villas are only a 90-minute
drive from Melbourne and combine luxury with comfort
promising a rejuvenating experience in self-contained villas
with secluded decks overlooking landscaped gardens and surrounding
forests.The villas were developed and designed in 2010 by award-
winning architect David Edelman. Each villa features a king-size bed,
spa, fireplace, 42-inch flat screen TVs, CD and DVD systems, Miele
kitchens with marble bench tops and dishwashers.
WHATTO DO
There are over 60 natural mineral springs in the area and the Hepburn
Bathhouse & Spa is close by.Hepburn at Hepburn guests can relax in its
healing pools and take body treatments,water therapies,massages and
facials.There are walking tracks in the surrounding bushland or you can
row on Lake Daylesford or climb Hanging Rock,a dormant volcano.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Midweek specials start at A$195 per night based on three nights.
Rooms start at A$275 per couple per night for a King Bedroom Villa.
There’s a Hepburn Retreat package that starts at A$585 per night
which includes a 60-minute aromatherapy or relaxation massage at the
Hepburn Bathhouse Sanctuary.Visit: 8hotels.com
Close to MELBOURNE
Chateau Yering
B
uilt in 1854, Chateau Yering has been carefully restored and
transformed into a five-star boutique hotel retaining original period
features.The heritage-listed mansion sits on 250 acres bordering the
Yarra River, surrounded by the original landscaped gardens.The 32 suites have
antique furnishings, spa or claw foot baths and private verandahs.The property
has two restaurants, including the one-hat Eleonore’s Restaurant, a library
with an open fireplace, a cocktail bar, a swimming pool and a beauty room.
THINGSTO DO
The Yarra Valley is one of Australia’s leading wine regions hosting almost
150 wineries, so spend a day sampling the regional specialties.The area is
surrounded by the Yarra Ranges National Park,Toolangi State Forest and the
Kinglake National Park providing some great spots for bushwalking. Or visit
the Black Spur and see how some of the local towns, such as Marysville, are
rebuilding after the Black Saturday bushfires of 2009.
RATES
River Suites start from A$645 per night and go up to A$1,040 per night for
the Yering Suite.Visit: chateauyering.com.au
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AUSTRALIAN NATURAL WONDERS
Opposite page: a luxe safari tent
at Spicers Canopy.
This page: take a dip in the
healing waters at Hepburn
Springs.

5. HUNTER VALLEY
Cedars Mount View
C
hoose from one of three luxury one-bedroom villas or two two-
bedroom cottages at Cedars Mount View.The one-bedroom villas
are split level with an open plan design and expansive views from a
large timber deck.The cottages are ideal for two couples travelling together
with two private bathrooms,large living areas,a fully equipped kitchen and
indoor and outdoor dining areas.The villas and cottages stand hundreds of
metres apart offering privacy and seclusion with uninterrupted views.
RATES
Two-bedroom cottages start from A$315 per night and luxury villas from
A$385 per night. Extras can be added to your stay like helicopter transfers
from Sydney to land on the lawn of the property, scenic helicopter or hot
air balloon flights, wine tours and in-house massages.Visit: cedars.com.au
Spicers Vineyards
Estate
T
his five-star guesthouse has eight spacious suites, and is set among
vineyards and natural bushland.The five ground floor suites have
French doors opening onto the verandah while the three first
floor suites offer privacy and sweeping views. Each suite has a separate
lounge with open fireplace and an en suite with spa bath.The property also
houses the award-winning Restaurant Botanics and an impressive wine
cellar. A newly-built day spa is set to open in mid-2012.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Rates start from the bed and breakfast package at $395 per night (mid-
week).Visit: spicersgroup.com.au/property/spicers-vineyards-estate
THINGSTO DO HUNTERVALLEY
There are almost 150 cellar doors in the Hunter Valley and many boutique
producers of things like cheese, chocolate and beer. For lovers of the great
outdoors, there’s horseback riding, mountain biking and guided walking
tours. Hunter Valley Gardens has ten feature gardens that span 60 acres,
including the 8,000 roses in the Rose Garden.The Vintage is an 18-hole
Greg Norman designed course ranked among the best in the country.
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Close to HOBART
Dragonfly Lodge
T
his award-winning,three-bedroom property provides a
luxurious base from which to explore Tasmania’s east coast
only one and a half hours from both Hobart and Launceston.
The lodge sits on Great Oyster Bay and has been designed to take in
the views over the Tasman Sea towards Schoten Island and Freycinet
National Park.The three master bedrooms have king-size beds and
ensuites and you’ll find the largest sofa on the east coast in the lounge
room with Russian oak floorboards and a double sided,stone,open
fireplace.The pantry comes stocked with local produce and wines.
THINGSTO DO
The Freycinet National Park is a short distance from the lodge and is
the perfect place for bushwalking, swimming and wildlife spotting.
Fishing, sea kayaking and rock climbing are also popular activities
in the park.The nearby town of Swansea is home to colonies of fairy
penguins, as well as boutiques, restaurants and bars and there are
wineries in the region to taste local wines.
RATES
A$780 per night for a minimum two-night stay. Book seven nights
and only pay for six.Visit: dragonflylodge.com.au
Woodbridge on the
Derwent
J
ust 30 minutes from the Hobart CBD,Woodbridge on
the Derwent is Tasmania’s only Small Luxury Hotel.This
boutique property is in a restored, convict-built Georgian
mansion on the banks of the Derwent River. It has 39 rooms but
hosts a maximum of 16 guests in eight suites and rooms at any
one time. Rooms have lush modern furnishings, original features,
complimentary internet access, minibar and many have original
fireplaces. Guests can sample the local food, wine, wilderness and
wildlife that sum up the Tasmanian experience.
WHATTO DO
Woodbridge has a range of packages fly fishing with an expert guide,
massages,4WD and nature walking,wildlife tours and golf on the
oldest course in the Southern Hemisphere.Derwent valley features
premier wineries and farm gate producers.Wilderness areas nearby
include Russel Falls,Mt Field National Park and the Styx Valley,home
of the tallest hardwoods in the world.
RATES AND PACKAGES
Gold rooms start at $550 per night and Spa Suites from $695 to
$760 per night. For more information visit: woodbridgeinn.com.au
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Relax on the deck at Cedars
Mount View.

6. Close to PERTH
Maitraya Luxury
Private Retreat
S
et on 500 acres of private and secluded bushland this luxury home
sleeps 16 guests with eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, an indoor
heated pool, spa, sauna and gym. All bedrooms feature en suites and
uninterrupted views of the Southern Ocean, while the luxurious master suite
has a retractable roof for star gazing, open fireplace and private Jacuzzi. A
large glass atrium is filled with tropical fruit trees, a koi pond and an intimate
seating area for eight.There’s a safe swimming lagoon and surf beach near
the property as well as a lake, tennis court and putting green.
THINGSTO DO
With direct ocean access Maitraya is the perfect place for water sports like
diving, snorkelling, kayaking, windsurfing, fishing and boating.There are
winding tracks through the surrounding bushland.Wellness activities like
yoga, pilates and meditation can be arranged at the property along with
beauty treatments. From June to October it’s common to spot migrating
humpback and Southern right whales in the surrounding ocean. Or arrange
a game of football or cricket on the small oval.
RATES
Rental of the entire Maitraya residence starts at A$3,750 per night for
up to 16 guests.The property is not serviced but custom packages can be
arranged upon request. Visit: maitraya.com
Pan Pacific Perth
E
njoy a luxe city break at the Pan Pacific Perth right on the Swan
River and only a few minutes from the Perth CBD. Choose
between a range of rooms and suites with river or city views, or
splash out and stay in the top floor Presidential Suite with two private
balconies, marble en suite and separate living and dining areas.The hotel
also has an outdoor temperature controlled swimming pool, a 24-hour
gymnasium and the Rose Moon Day Spa.
THINGSTO DO
Nearby Kings Park and Botanic Gardens is the most popular tourist
destination in Perth visited by more than six million people every year. Get
a bird’s eye view of the city from the Lotterywest Federation Walkway, an
elevated glass and steel archway bridge suspended among the eucaplypts.
Take a ferry to Rottnest Island to see the rare native quokka.
RATES
Rooms start from A$350 per night and suites from A$500 per night.
Visit: panpacific.com
Close to ADELAIDE
Authenticity Spa
Resort
L
ocated in the coastal township of Port Elliot just one hour’s
drive south of Adelaide, Authenticity Spa Resort offers luxe spa
treatments, boutique accommodation and fine cuisine in a classic
Mediterranean setting. Built in 1864 the manor house is set in an expansive
botanic garden with vineyards, olive trees, Morton bay figs and views to
the ocean.The bedrooms feature high ceilings, timber floors and provincial
antiques and there’s also a courtyard pool and heated spa.
THINGSTO DO
Choose between wellness packages tailored for stress management,weight loss,
fitness or relaxation.Packages can include yoga,meditation,personal training
sessions,nutritional consultations,lifestyle counselling and spa treatments.If
you want to venture further out there are coastal walks around the headlands,
popular swimming beaches and restaurants and boutiques in Port Elliot.
RATES
From A$450 per night Visit: authenticity.com.au
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HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Left: Maitraya Luxury
Private Retreat is an
exclusive eight-bedroom
private home in Albany,
Western Australia.
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