Pretty Beach Central Coast, Australia
Renovated
2015
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Local DesignOutside the door
Coastal bushland sanctuary
Darkinjung welcome ceremonies around the fire pit set an intimate tone on an escarpment high above Broken Bay.
“In the main house, which has an infinity pool, sandstone structural details are complemented by recycled timber furniture and leather club chairs.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
All-inclusive tailored dining, dedicated hosts, Busatti Italian linens, and private heated plunge pools across four secluded pavilions.
Remarkable
Darkinjung Elder smoking ceremonies around the fire pit, guided rock-art walks, and cuisine highlighting native bush botanicals.
Notable
Reclaimed bridge timbers, handmade Bowral mud bricks, Christopher Boots brass lighting, and original artwork by Sidney Nolan.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
three individually designed pavilions stand surrounded by lush greenery, each one a self-contained and luxurious little escape;
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Bouddi National Park walking tracks lead through coastal bushland past two-thousand-year-old rock engravings down to secluded Tallow Beach.
The rooms
Four secluded pavilions feature wood fireplaces, deep soaking tubs, curated vinyl collections, and private timber decks overlooking the treetops.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The infinity-edge pool sits on a sandstone terrace under angophora trees, looking out across Broken Bay.
The spa
Bouddi Spa provides restorative body rituals and hot stone treatments using native botanical extracts from iKOU skincare.
At the table
Chefs prepare daily-changing menus at an open kitchen counter, incorporating produce harvested from the kitchen garden at Killcare.
There are four guest pavilions, each outfitted with wood-burning fireplaces, deep-soaking clawfoot tubs, and sun-drenched decks overlooking Broken Bay and Angophora treetops.
How it began
Rebuilt after a 2012 bushfire, the lodge was crafted using handmade Bowral mud bricks and salvaged 1880s bridge timbers.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.