5 of the most romantic escapes for valentines day, anniversaries, or just because
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romance can spell different things for different people, of course. for some, it may mean a private soaking tub with floor to ceiling views of the tasman coastline, for others, it may be a safari experience right on sydney harbour. we’ve covered a little bit of everything - all perfectly primed for a romantic escape be it valentines day, a special anniversary, or just because.
what could be more romantic than an entirely off-grid, private lodge, with luxe soaking tub and access to some of king islan'd’s best wine and food? the newly opened kittawa lodge has everything to offer for a private weekend away. set on its own 96 acre property, guests are treated to uninterrupted views of the island’s rugged landscape, and yes, adorable views of the local red necked wallabies.
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just 80m shy of sandy point beach, guests staying at yambara have unlimited access to their own private oasis, with sweeping views of sleaford bay and port lincoln national park. the architecturally designed tiny house has a double shower, designer lounge, and fully equipped kitchenette. the waters of sleaford bay are renowned for whale watching, and the surrounding national park is buzzing with wildlife - everything from kangaroos, to lizards, to birds.
if you’re wanting to get a little wild this valentines day, then look no further than taronga zoo’s wildlife retreat. sydney’s taronga zoo is one of the best known in the world, in large part due to its prime location on the city’s gorgeous harbour. the lush sanctuary, nestled amongst bushland, is the perfect weekend escape just 20 minutes from sydney’s cbd. enjoy luxe rooms, dine at the award-winning me-gal restaurant, and, of course, get up close and personal with the zoo’s resident critters.
tucked away on a sprawling farm in northern nsw is an eco lodge that makes the case for living in a bubble. the energy-efficient geodesic domes may look a little extraterrestrial, but their interiors are warm and welcoming, with a king size four poster bed and open plan living. built with sustainability and a small ecological footprint in mind, each dome has the ability to create natural cooling and heating effects. staying in one of the two domes on the property, guests have access to their own outdoor bath and private plunge pool.
just an hour outside of adelaide, ‘nest & nature’ is the latest addition to esca’s collection of luxe properties. in inman valley at at the heart of the fleurieu peninsula region, the eco-conscious lodge offers complete immersion in nature. the thoughtfully designed home features a its own terrace garden, alfresco dining, open plan living room, and soaking tub with sweeping views of the lush valley outside.