Walk Talk Taste, Margaret River, Western Australia © Tourism Australia
Romantic getaways in Australia’s countryside
Connect with nature and your loved one at these countryside getaways.
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Currajong Retreat
Candlelit dinner, Currajong Retreat, New South Wales © Amy Fraser
Currajong Retreat, New South Wales © Amy Frase
Picnic in the Paddock, Currajong Retreat, New South Wales © Amy Fraser
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Currajong Retreat
Where: Sapphire Coast, New South Wales
Take a three-hour drive from Canberra and journey towards Currajong Retreat. This secluded escape pairs luxury tents with sweeping scenes of farmland and offers romantic touches from a private outdoor bath to gourmet breakfast hampers. A true highlight found here is the 400 curious Angora goats that live on the property. Be sure to say g'day when walking through the lush green paddocks
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Lake House
Lake House, Daylesford, Victoria © Lake House
Lake House, Daylesford, Victoria © Visit Victoria
Atrium, Lake House, Daylesford, Victoria © Lake House
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Lake House
Where: Daylesford, Victoria
An easy 90-minute drive from Melbourne, Lake House promises a country stay filled with culinary delights. The property describes its kitchen as "the beating heart of the place" and serves guests a laid-back style of fine dining. The highlight of your escape here with your loved one will likely be the daily breakfast and multi-course dinners, but you can also explore the nearby village, relax in natural swimming holes or picnic in the local gardens.
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Mount Mulligan Lodge
Mt Mulligan Lodge, Mount Mulligan, Queensland © The Rambler Co
Mt Mulligan Lodge, Outback Queensland © Jason Ierace
Mt Mulligan Lodge, Mount Mulligan, Queensland © Tourism and Events Queensland
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Mount Mulligan Lodge
Where: Mount Mulligan, Queensland
Plan a stay at Mount Mulligan Lodge, a property that brings luxury to Queensland's rust-hued outback for a unique experience to remember. Make the two-and-a-half-hour drive from Cairns to the remote Mount Mulligan and you'll find an all-inclusive retreat surrounded by rugged nature. During your stay, you can paddleboard, kayak or fish - and if the mood for romance strikes, you can even enjoy a bespoke dinner under a blanket of stars
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Cubby and Co
Cubby and Co, Mount Majura Vineyard, Australian Capital Territory © Tourism Australia
Cubby and Co, Mount Majura Vineyard, Australian Capital Territory © Cubby and Co/ Shan Bawden
Cubby and Co, Mount Majura Vineyard, Australian Capital Territory © Tourism Australia
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Cubby and Co
Where: Canberra Wine Region, Australian Capital Territory
Wine lovers will find a rare experience in Cubby and Co's Mount Majura Vineyard tiny home. Around a 15 minute-drive from Canberra, choose from a glamping tent or luxuriously finished cubby, both tucked within rolling vineyards. With crisp country air, quiet surroundings and a striking winery just footsteps away, a stay here oozes romance. Kick back with your other half while relaxing away the hours with a wine in hand.
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Curringa Farm
Curringa Farm, Hamilton, Tasmania © Tourism Tasmania
Curringa Farm, Hamilton, Tasmania © Tourism Tasmania
Curringa Farm, Hamilton, Tasmania © Tourism Tasmania
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Curringa Farm
Where: Hamilton, Tasmania
A little over an hour from Hobart lies Curringa Farm, a working sheep farm that boasts some 750 acres of grassy plains, perfect for lengthy walks in nature, birdwatching or fishing. Watch the cute resident animals roam the grounds from your private studio and dial up the romance with the option to add sparkling wine, chocolates or flowers to your booking.
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Bill's Boathouse
Bill's Boathouse, Murray River, South Australia © Bash_Images/South Australian Tourism Commissio
Bill's Boathouse, Murray River, South Australia © Bash_Images/South Australian Tourism Commission
Bill's Boathouse, Murray River, South Australia © Bash_Images/South Australian Tourism Commission
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Bill's Boathouse
Where: Murray River, South Australia
Bill’s Boathouse is set against the stunning Murray River, one hour southeast of Adelaide. Check in to the perfect riverside eco escape, with a balcony stretching over the water as though you’re floating. Every detail has been considered here: handmade bath salts for your copy outdoor tub, two kayaks for a couple's day out on the water, a full kitchen and barbecue for romantic meals and local treats (chocolates and jams) to indulge in.
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Walk Talk Taste
Walk Talk Taste, Margaret River, Western Australia © Jarrad Seng
Walk Talk Taste, Margaret River, Western Australia © Jarrad Seng
Walk Talk Taste, Margaret River, Western Australia © Tourism Australia
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Walk Talk Taste
Where: Margaret River, Western Australia
About a three-hour drive from Perth, you'll find an immersive food and nature experience in the heart of wine country. Walk Talk Taste Margaret River offers ultimate privacy in its only luxurious glamping tent, set amid lush bushland and complete with a private bush bath and outdoor shower. Pair your romantic stay with a gourmet walking tour where you can graze on local cheeses, chocolates, meats and wines.
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Osborn House
Osborn House, Bundaoon, New South Wales © Osborn House
Osborn House, Bundaoon, New South Wales © Osborn House
Osborn House, Bundaoon, New South Wales © Osborn House
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Osborn House
Where: Southern Highlands, New South Wales
Take a two-hour drive from Sydney to the Southern Highlands to find the boutique Osborn House. The lodging is surrounded by towering trees but sits a short distance from the charming Bundanoon village, making for an ideal country escape. For the ultimate romantic stay, book one of the property's Forest Lodges, which sit separate from the hotel and offer open views of the Morton National Park and access to an ice bath, jacuzzi and fire pit.
