Poolside Penache: Luxury Summer Accommodation

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LUXURY SUMMER ACCOMMODATION

With miles of magnificent coastline and breathtaking beaches, you’d be forgiven for not having ‘swimming pool’ on top of your Margaret River Region accommodation checklist.

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But what’s not to love about having a choice of pool and beach? You’re winning the summer holiday jackpot by dipping into both in the same day from your luxury holiday accommodation.

In the interests of having it all, here are our favourite Margaret River Region luxury accommodation options with stunning swimming pools.

From Pullman Bunker Bay’s 25 metre infinity edge swimming pool you can enjoy ocean views, plus cocktails from the pool bar. For days when it’s too fresh for a beach swim, the pool is heated to a comfortable 26 degrees. Dine alfresco on the outdoor terrace or enjoy an indulgent treatment from Pullman’s Vie Day Spa. With one, two, and three bedroom villa options, Pullman Bunker Bay is both family and couple-friendly. Look out for spring and summer accommodation packages with breakfast, bubbles and restaurant offers.

Smiths Beach Resort offers barefoot understated luxury, nestled into nature by the unspoilt white sandy beach, with a range of accommodation options and a stunning 15 metre infinity-edge heated swimming pool. Marketing Manager Gemma O’Loughlin said the pool provided guests with the perfect finish to a day’s hiking on the nearby Cape to Cape Track or beach walk. “People choose Smiths

Above, Jahangir House at Private Properties has ultimate wow-factor Left, Pool, tennis courts, and restaurant are all on-site at Smiths Beach Resort Opposite, Aqua Resort is privately screened by coastal bushland, but sits right behind the white sandy beach of Geographe Bay

Beach Resort because everything’s here,” she said. “Our Ocean View Villas look over both the pool and the beach and we have beautiful outdoor furniture and BBQs to make the most of the warmer months.” Smiths Beach Resort guests have the added bonus of Lamonts Restaurant on site, a tennis court, and a children’s wading pool.

For lovers of privacy, Injidup Spa Retreat provides the perfect poolside package. Each of the Retreat’s 10 villas features a private heated plunge pool and ocean views. Manager Rachel Dobson said the Villas were beautifully designed. “They talk direct to the ocean and provide the best of coastal living – ocean breezes, views and the sound of the waves. Guests love the fact that they can be in their villa, enjoy their plunge pool and forget there are other people around,” she said. Plus, there’s the stunning guest day spa.

Busselton has always been ideal for family getaways and those looking for a bit of luxury have a terrific selection in The Sebel Busselton, AQUA Resort Busselton and Abbey Beach Resort – all on the beachfront with stunning swimming pools.

The Sebel offers guests a choice of indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a jacuzzi, and paddling pool for kids. It includes a tennis court, squash courts and gym – an enticing mix of

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Aqua Resort Busselton’s 25 metre infinity lap pool is just metres from the beach and guests also enjoy an outdoor spa and steam room. A range of beach house options provide space and luxury and the ability to find the perfect accommodation to suit your travelling style and company. Some have their own private heated plunge pools. It’s a swimmers’ paradise!

Abbey Beach Resort is the largest of the region’s resorts so there are plenty of amenties for guests. Two outdoor swimming pools, a 25-metre indoor heated swimming pool and children’s wading pool are complimented by two restaurants, gym and sauna.

Further south, Margaret’s Beach Resort is just 500 metres from Gnarabup Beach and has a guest swimming pool heated from October through to April.

The region offers a swathe of luxury holiday homes with stunning swimming pools. For inspiration visit Private Properties Holiday Homes and check out their wow factor properties sleeping between 8 and 12 guests: Jahangir (resort infinity pool, sauna and spa), Songbird (pool and spa with breathtaking forest views), Wilderness Rise (lap pool outdoor spa and sauna), Serene Shores (panoramic views across Eagle Bay from the pool), and Villa Gris (12.5m lap pool).

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At Yallingup Galleries you’ll find stunning pieces by more than 100 artists on display. With three exciting exhibitions this summer, it’s the perfect time to visit us and immerse yourself in our diverse array of exceptional Australian art. “This gallery is set in beautiful natural surroundings. The art is impressive, and the artefacts and jewellery are quite beautiful. Definitely worth a visit.”

Meet the owners

Yallingup Galleries owners Emma and Matthew moved to Busselton early in 2022, after falling in love with the area during an almost eight-month road trip around Australia.

After 17 years living in the UK and the UAE, the trip allowed Emma, Matthew and their three children to fully experience the natural beauty of the outback and its wildlife.

Emma herself is an international award-winning artist. She developed her distinctive style during her time living in the UAE and also has significant experience working with galleries, artists and collectors.

The gallery was a perfect fit for the family, with the themes of nature and wildlife that run through the gallery a key part of the reason why Emma and Matthew made the decision to carry on the business Rob and Robin Malcolm had developed and grown for more than 30 years.

Emma, Matthew and the team would love to show you around, so please visit us and experience the work of the wonderfully talented artists showcased at the gallery for yourself!

DPS Yallingup Gallery

Upcoming exhibitions

Maki Horanai & Roslyn Hamdorf

19 November to 18 December 2022

This exhibition will bring together the works of Maki Horanai and Roslyn Hamdorf – showcasing the combination of East and West, renaissance and abstract, dreams and reality and the strength both woman have to their work.

Chris Martin

28 December 2022 to 15 January 2023

Experience the rawness of nature in all of its beauty through Chris Martin’s artwork. Chris reveals his deep understanding of colour, light and texture as he creates paintings that are reflective of his passion for this land and its oceans.

Brendon Darby & Ian Dickinson

21 January to 4 February 2023

These two artists are masters of painting the WA landscape with uniquely different styles. Both focus their painting on the beauty of West Australia’s environment, its preservation and our place within it.

Yallingup Galleries

DPS Yallingup gallery

A friendly and welcoming fine art gallery, nestled in a natural bush setting at the gateway to the Margaret River region.

Art Gallery – Coffee Shop (opening October 2022) Fine Art | Prints | Sculpture | Jewellery | Ceramics | Glassware | Furniture | Wood Turn | Books

Open 7 days, 10am to 4pm Corner Caves Road & Gunyulgup Valley Drive, Yallingup 08 9755 2372 | contact@yallingupgalleries.com.au yallingupgalleries.com.au