Platypus Experience

Kittawa Lodge is redefining the King Island experience, as the only luxury accommodation with on-site staff. Set within an exclusive 96-acre coastal property, on the west coast of King Island in Tasmania, Kittawa Lodge offers two luxury one bedroom lodges. Enjoy panoramic views of the untouched coastal landscape from every room. Each lodge comprises a generous king bedroom, a bathroom with a wall of glass looking out to the Southern Ocean, and open-plan living, dining and kitchen areas. Luxuriate in your handmade concrete bath or next to your French-designed fireplace. Entirely off-grid and surrounded by Tasmania’s pristine wilderness, Kittawa Lodge offers the best of boutique eco-tourism, while being only a 30-minute flight away from Melbourne. Whether you are travelling solo, as a couple or with friends and family, Kittawa Lodge will design a bespoke experience just for you, complete with local delicacies, premium wines and an exclusive range of locally-made body products. With a number of sumptuous catering options, including your own in-house cook, and unique King Island experiences on offer, do as little or as much as you want. Unparalleled sophistication and attention to detail await. Escape, revive, explore and indulge in the lap of luxury.

Ettrick Rocks located in one of the most spectacular locations on King Island offers a choice of three fully glazed luxury coastal retreats less than 50 metres from the shoreline. Every room showcases the dynamic activity of the great Southern Ocean, the wildlife and the magnificent rock formations unique to this location. The retreats are fully self-contained and you have sole occupancy during your stay. Situated on a 38 acre property, the homes are well distanced from each other providing privacy and your own personal space. Comfortable seating, large chaise lounge, quality and luxury King size bedding, private ensuite with rainfall shower and cantilevered window seat in each bedroom are all there for you to just unwind, relax and take it all in. Sea Eagles and other birdlife can be seen hovering or swooping for their catch in front of your accommodation and at dusk, the wallabies gather around each of the homes amusing our guests. Food on King Island is abundant and its produce prized and sought after by culinary chefs and connoisseur’s from around the world. The site has an abundance of edible plants, seaweed and crustaceans for foraging and to enjoy these delights there is a dream kitchen bound to get those creative juices into overdrive. Ettrick Rocks is ideal for romantic escapes, families and travelling groups. Love to have you over!

This Slice of Paradise offers delightful 3.5 star self-contained one bedroom cottages just 50 metres from the beach, situated in a garden/park-like setting overlooking romantic Sea Elephant Bay. Located on the East Coast (the sunny side) of King Island, protected from the prevailing westerlies. These award winning cottages offer the perfect accommodation, with a gas barbecue, laundry, games room, mountain bikes, free DVDs and books and free internet access. Hire cars from the airport can be arranged, just ask. King Island Accommodation Cottages have been awarded the Certificate of Excellence on TripAdvisor 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and are now inducted into Tripadvisor's 'Hall Of Fame'- see reviews. Dine at fine local restaurants, serving quality King Island produce and featuring magnificent sea views. There's miles of sandy unspoilt beaches right on your doorstep. Swim, dive, beach comb, watch the birds or simply gaze at the view from a garden chair. Play pool or air hockey in the games room or walk to the nearby fishing jetty. Experience the clean, crisp air in the peaceful and laid-back hamlet of Naracoopa. Meet the friendly locals who will stop and talk at the drop of a hat.