A South Sea island paradise on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, Bedarra will captivate lovers of both natural and architectural design.
EXPERIENCE
Through the floor-to-ceiling windows of your villa, you look out over Wedgerock Bay to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's seven natural wonders. And speaking of wonderful, when was the last time you stayed on a tropical island in a open-plan timber-and-glass home straight out of Architectural Digest?
On 247-acre Bedarra Island, Bedarra consists of just 16 exquisitely designed luxury villas tucked into the verdant rainforest. Several have their own plunge pools, and the resort's spa therapists will be happy to pay you a visit. Once you've gotten your bearings, there are endless opportunities to enjoy the surrounding ocean. Savor a gourmet picnic lunch on a private beach, or fish and dive the reef from the catamaran, Calypso Spirit.
In true Aussie style, Bedarra offers plenty of food and drink. The poolside restaurant specializes in fresh seafood, there's a self-service bar and lounge, and the wine cellar features well-chosen bottles from Australia and New Zealand.
RECOGNITION
Condé Nast Traveler - Gold List, Best for Service - 2009
Condé Nast Traveler - Readers Choice Awards - No.15 Overseas Leisure Hotel in Australia & the South Pacific - 2008
Conde Nast Traveller, Reader's Travel Awards - No. 12 Best Overseas Leisure Hotel in Australasia & The South Pacific - 2007
HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence - Resort Property Award and Cradle Mountain Lodge Award for Alpine Accommodation - 2004Interior Designer: Pike Withers
LOCATION
Bedarra Island is part of the Family Islands, which are located off the coast of Queensland in northeast Australia. Next to Dunk Island, it is halfway between the mainland communities of Cairns and Townsville. The nearest airport is Cairns, which accommodates international flights. Getting to the resort from the airport takes about 60 minutes, including a transfer flight to Dunk Island, where a boat will be waiting.
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SAVOR - Terrace Restaurant The cuisine is exquisite; sample local delicacies on the open-air terrace restaurant, with a freshly prepared menu every day. A popular lunch option is a romantic beach picnic with a gourmet hamper. www.bedarraisland.com/dining +61.2.8296.8010 INDULGE - A Beachside Dinner for Two Indulge in a beachside dinner for two and enjoy the intimate setting and utterly relaxed atmosphere of dining on the deck. www.bedarraisland.com/dining +61.2.8296.8010 ENJOY - Activities There are many activities on Bedarra Island to enjoy, such as catamaran sailing, paddle-skiing, fishing, snorkeling and diving day trips to the Great Barrier Reef, as well as motorized dinghies for exploring the island's picturesque, private beaches. www.bedarraisland.com +61.2.8296.8010 RELAX - Spa Treatments When you need to escape and unwind, there's no better place to disappear to than Bedarra Island. While at Bedarra choose to relax and unwind with an invigorating spa treatment in the spa therapy room or in the privacy of your own villa. www.bedarraisland.com/spa-therapies +61.2.8296.8010
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