Tranquilla "Winner of Australia's Best Back Yard 2007
Rating : Lifestyle Exclusive Type : Private Retreat
Description : Voted AUSTRALIA'S BEST BACKYARD 2007 with Jamie Durie!
Nestled at the northern end of a lush Far North Queensland tropical valley, Tranquilla is surrounded by world famous botanical gardens. Where you can be at one with nature, this romantic hideaway is ideal for candlelit dinners under the stars and strolls through the garden of eden. Tranquilla is the ultimate destination for relaxation and indulgence. Once you are here...you will want to stay forever. The Retreat Enter through acres of gardens, past a bouldered creek that flows year round, this is an experience for all your senses. In front of the home is a freshwater 25 metre swimming area with your own private beach, complete with sun lounges. It's clean and safe to swim all year round and its source is the spectacular Whyanbeel waterfall.
Large open timber verandahs encompass the home, reminiscent of tropical Bali. Bedrooms open to the verandahs allowing the cool breeze to drift in.
The home comfortably accommodates 8 guests and is ideal for honeymooners, family reunions, private hideaways or simply enjoying friends in an exotic location. The home is designed to co-exist with the energy of the Botanical Gardens. The water gardens not only soothe the soul, they attract astounding bird life. Indulgent and idyllic these gardens have taken over 20 years to establish. Tranquilla has featured on American, Australian, Canadian, Italian and Japanese television food, science & lifestyle programs.
Winner of the Slow Food Award, Bologna, ITALY 2001
Winner JAGUAR/GOURMET TRAVELLER Awards for Excellence Innovative Tourism Features Tranquilla is a spacious Asian styled retreat and boasts facilities to sleep 8 comfortably.
- 4 bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queen, 2 King Singles
- Indoor / tropical outdoor dining
- Gas BBQ
- Freshwater man made (cemented)swimming hole/pool with own private beach
- Sun lounges
- Fully equipped gourmet kitchen/gas cooking
- Spa in a marbled bathroom in the main bedroom ensuite with garden views
- Hair dryer
- Ceiling fans
- Water gardens
- Library featuring The Botanical Ark, The Great Barrier Reef, The Art of Tropical Living and much more
- Games
- Satellite TV, Video, DVD/CD & Surround Sound System
- Fax, modem, international telephone system
- Internet connection available
- Espresso machine
- 2 Bicycles to go exploring
- Full laundry facilities
- Acres of lush botanical gardens
- Complimentary cleaning service after 8 nights
- In house catering and dinner parties can be arranged
- All linen and beach towels are provided
- Day excursions and car rental can be arranged
- In house catering, massage and spa treatments and car rental can be arranged
- Private yoga sessions available Location Tranquilla is located amongst a world famous private botanical garden, just 25 minutes north of Port Douglas in one of the most sought after holiday destinations, Whyanbeel Valley. This valley is also home to Diane Cilento's Karnak Playhouse under the stars, lush tropical orchards and crystal clear creeks. The sugar town of Mossman with all amenities and facilities is just a 15 minute drive away and the Daintree 20 minutes. Change your latitude and experience the beautiful Whyanbeel Valley! Especially for our guests A personal meet and greet service upon arrival at Tranquilla. (subject to arrival times)
Chilled champagne, exotic fruit basket and tropical flowers welcome you. L'Occitane amenities are provided for your enjoyment. Accolades 'We have been celebrating our first wedding anniversary at Tranquilla, we have visited many wonderful places around the world and Tranquilla is one of the most beautiful places ever. Such privacy, beauty and peace - truly tranquil. We hope to return to your paradise, your hard work and dedication makes us feel very humble. Thank you for creating such a masterpiece and for allowing us to share it.' Melbourne, Australia
'Coming all the way from France for a family reunion!! Mum will be 70 and the family all together and couldn't have found a better place to spend time together. Hope you'll keep this special place for a long time and hopefully we can come again for our next stay. Thank you for sharing this special place with us'. France Spa Indulgence You have chosen the perfect sanctuary to indulge in a luxurious spa treatment. Surrounded by an exquisite garden of trees, plants, flowers and fruits, this romantic hideaway is simply ideal.
Unwind with a foot soak by the calming waters edge followed by a full body massage will leave you feeling relaxed and revived. A gentle body scrub with desert salts will refine skin texture and stimulate sluggish circulation. Enjoy a natural lift as you take a plunge into the refreshing waterfall fed pond before returning to be cocooned in a warm body mud collected from the Earth of Tranquilla. Let your mind and body float with a Paudi scalp massage. Luxuriate in a warm bath to thoroughly cleanse and nurture then complete the experience with a personalised facial to replenish depleted nutrients and revitalise tone and texture, and a pampering for the feet and hands. You will emerge feeling purified, centred and beaming with clarity.
This is the ultimate treatment to fulfil your dreams, seclusion, tranquillity, freedom and lasting memories. 3 hours $350.00
We are happy to tailor personalised spa packages for your stay.
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http://www.executiveretreats.com.au/spaListings.php Tariff $500.00 per night
Tariffs shown are applicable for up to 4 persons and are Accommodation Only unless otherwise indicated.
Extra guests are charged at $50.00 per person per night.
Minimum stay 5 nights
Please note that children are NOT catered for at this retreat. Capacity Maximum guests accommodated at this retreat - 8 Terms & Conditions - Please note all rates and specials quoted are indicative only. Please contact us via the enquiry/booking links and we would be pleased to provide an accurate quotation based on your specific reservation requirements and travel dates.
All quotations and reservations are subject to our Terms and Conditions as published. We reserve the right to refuse any reservation request at our sole discretion.
All rates include accommodation only unless otherwise stated. Bookings are subject to availability. Map reference F16 |