A private country house escape
Stay at Cape Lodge, combining boutique elegance, world-class cuisine, and the perfect location for exploring Margaret River's wineries.
Location:
Tucked into 40 acres of manicured gardens, ornamental lakes, vineyards and bushland in Yallingup, Cape Lodge sits at the heart of Margaret River’s wine country, one of Australia's top wine regions. This peaceful country-house haven is just a short drive from acclaimed wineries, coastal walks, caves and beaches, offering a serene escape that's always within reach.
Rooms:
With 22 individually styled suites, including Garden View and Lakeside options, each delivers comfort, charm and views of leafy gardens or tranquil water. The private three-bedroom Residence, set on three acres with its own lake, is an elegant choice for families or groups.
Amenities:
Cape Lodge brings relaxation to the fore with a free-form outdoor pool, spa treatment room, all-weather tennis court and finely curated restaurant. Inside, thoughtful touches like a wine flight experience, elevated afternoon tea and a fully stocked minibar are included in your stay.
Activities:
This retreat invites you to explore, choose from mountain biking, coastal hikes, golf, horse riding, whale-watching, in season, cooking masterclasses, helicopter panoramas or simply wandering vineyard trails.
Sustainability:
Cape Lodge takes sustainability to heart. Recognised with Elegant Resorts’ Green Leaf, the lodge promotes responsible tourism, from eco-wise operations to support of local producers, so guests relax with a clear conscience.
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January
A month of extremely hot weather. Celebrate summer on Sydney’s beaches, explore the Great Barrier Reef, or enjoy the Australian Open in Melbourne. Tasmania is also perfect for hiking in mild weather.
February
Very hot, but lively in the southern parts of the country. Head to South Australia for the Adelaide Fringe Festival or Western Australia for the Perth Fringe Festival. Visit Kangaroo Island for wildlife and dramatic coastlines, or dive Ningaloo Reef for manta rays. Northern end is humid and wet.
March
Things start to cool down in the Southeast: enjoy Melbourne’s food and wine scene, hike the Blue Mountains. Alternatively, head north to spot wildlife in Kakadu as the Wet Season eases.
April
Visit Uluru for clear desert skies, explore Margaret River’s wineries, or catch whale sharks at Ningaloo. Tasmania’s wilderness is beautiful in autumn colours.
May
Ideal for the Red Centre and Top End: cooler and drier. Explore Kakadu and Litchfield. Southern states are great for city breaks in Sydney or Melbourne.
June
Ski season starts in the Snowy Mountains. Queensland offers sunny escapes, from the Whitsundays to the Daintree. Western Australia’s Kimberley region is at its best.
July
Perfect time for whale watching along the east coast. Explore Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, or cruise the Kimberley’s remote gorges and waterfalls.
August
Northern Australia is dry and sunny: visit Darwin’s Mindil Markets, Kakadu, and Arnhem Land. Enjoy stargazing at Uluru or explore the Great Barrier Reef islands.
September
Spring blooms in Western Australia’s wildflower regions. Visit Perth, Rottnest Island, or Margaret River. Sydney warms up, perfect for harbour cruises and coastal walks
October
Great time for Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea and whale watching. Visit Tasmania’s wilderness, or explore Melbourne and the nearby Yarra Valley wineries.
November
Early summer brings perfect conditions for the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. Explore the Great Ocean Road or enjoy wine regions like Barossa Valley.
December
Celebrate Christmas on the beach in Sydney, Perth, or Adelaide. Watch the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Catch the Ashes cricket tournament in either Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, or Sydney. Tasmania offers hiking, while tropical Queensland is lush and vibrant.
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