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Bedarra Island
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| Location | Off Mission Beach, Bedarra Island | ||
| Transportation | Air or coach/ferry transfer to Dunk Island from Cairns , then 15-min. boat transfer. Water transfers from Mission Beach available | ||
| Phone | 1300/134 044 in Australia, 02/8296 8010 (Sydney reservations office) | ||
| Fax | 02/9299 2477 (Sydney reservations office) | ||
| Web site | www.bedarraisland.com | ||
| Room Information | 16 villas | ||
| Prices | A$3,300-A$3,996 (US$2,970-US$3,596/£1,485-£1,798) double villas; A$6,240 (US$5,616/£2,808) double at the Point and Pavilions. Rates are for a 2-night minimum and include all meals, 24-hr. open bar, return launch transfers from Dunk Island. Ask about packages | ||
| Credit Cards | AE, DC, MC, V | ||
| In Room Amenities | A/C, ceiling fan, TV/VCR, minibar, hair dryer, iron | ||
| Kids | Children under 16 not accepted | ||
| Other | Mailing Address: c/o Voyages, G.P.O. Box 3589, Sydney, NSW 2001 | ||
Frommer's Review
Bedarra is one of those rare and fabulous places that throws not just meals but vintage French champagne, fine cognac and wine, and other potable treats into the price, shocking though that price may be. If you feel like Louis Roederer Champagne at 3am, help yourself. The private villas have large verandas, and there's a sense of light and space in the public areas. The lobby, restaurant, and 24-hour bar are open, with ironbark and recycled timber beams and feature panels of volcanic stone. Each villa, tucked into the rainforest, has a balcony and sea views. All come with generous living areas, king-size beds, CD players, bathrobes, and the important things in life, such as double hammocks on the veranda, big double bathtubs, and aromatherapy oil-burners. Bathrooms offer divine pampering treats including signature Bedarra aromatherapy oils.
Four exclusive villas sit away from the main resort, perched on cliff tops overlooking Wedgerock Bay. The Pavilions at Bedarra and the Point offer superior facilities, including separate living and sleeping areas, large decks, and an outdoor area with a private plunge pool.
The emphasis here is on relaxation. Walk along rainforest trails, fish off the beach, snorkel. Take a catamaran, paddle-ski, or windsurf out on the water. These activities are free; chartering a yacht or game-fishing boat costs extra. To visit the Great Barrier Reef, you will need to transfer to Dunk Island to join the Quick Cat catamaran. The Beachclub offers watersports facilities and a gym and massage therapy room as well as a lounge area with Internet access. Many guests do nothing more strenuous than have the chef pack a gourmet picnic with a bottle of bubbly and set off in search of a deserted beach. Dress at night is smart casual.
Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; secluded outdoor pool w/private Jacuzzi area; lit tennis court; gym; watersports; massage; laundry service
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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Frommer's Australia 2010
Author: Lee Atkinson |
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