Top five Australian glamping locations to stay at
Camping with glamour: it’s a simple concept created by some genius, maybe all the way back in the 19th century, as a way of ensuring rich Europeans didn’t get eaten by lions in Africa.These days in Australia, glamping has a modern twist. In these luxurious campsites you won’t have to contend with critters, pitching your own tent, enduring questionable toilet facilities or killing your own dinner prior to cooking. Here are five to try.
Nightfall, Queensland
Nightfall is all about an organic lifestyle, relaxation and rejuvenation, but that definitely doesn’t exclude luxury. Set in the Lamington National Park, this camp with three permanent tents, has a stunningly natural location close to Brisbane and the Gold Coast with mountains, bushland and creeks. The ‘tents’ are enormous: 62 square metres each with roll-up sides affording 360 degree views, a wood fire for cooler evenings and even a private outdoor bath. BYO dinner, or enjoy an organic campfire cook-out with the hosts.
Truffle Lodge, Tasmania
The location is astounding: just 40km west of Hobart, on a bluff overlooking the Derwent River and part of a truffle farm, Truffle Lodge’s eco-friendly cluster of permanent tents offers a country-style getaway but with many luxury conveniences. Each 81 square metre tent has a deck overlooking the river, there’s recycled timber furniture, deep comfy beds and the attached bathroom (or is it a water tank?) has whimsical pioneer-style fittings. The Lodge is where everyone gets together for a drink, a chat by the fire, dinner and, after a good night’s sleep, a hearty breakfast.
Tanja Lagoon Camp, NSW
Tanja Lagoon is a magical part of the NSW south coast, just north of Tathra where sleepy coves wind in and out of the seaside hills. The camp is a magnificent mix of country charm and total comfort: the four tents have a deck, open canvas sides, plenty of space and style, water views of course, plus a surprisingly modern and luxurious bathroom. The kitchen (or your own camp-style BBQ) allows DIY cooking, and the breakfast provisions of local produce are enticing, especially if the chooks are laying. Stay at home in your tent and relax, or get out and see the sites including the Mimosa Rocks National Park, of which Tanja Lagoon is an integral part.
Bellwether, South Australia
Coonawarra’s vineyards are famous, especially for their rich Cabernet Sauvignon, but what if you could go luxury camping at one of the more friendly and rustic of the region’s vineyards? Bellwether offers that opportunity, with its collection of four pretty Bell tents, surrounded by river red gums on a scenic part of the property. Try a wine tasting at the 150 year-old stone shearing shed, or splurge on a six course degustation dinner before heading back to your tent under the stars.
Dreamtime Escarpment, Northern Territory
If the Australian outback doesn’t immediately conjure images of luxury accommodation, you probably haven’t stayed at Dreamtime Escarpment. It isn’t cheap, but the location, backing onto a rocky cliff at Kings Creek Station, surrounded by the red desert with the shade of cooling gums, is truly spectacular. So are the tents with their luxury linens, stylish and comfortable furnishings, spacious deck and decadent outdoor bathroom. A dinner hamper, breakfast and drinks are provided, so it’s worth the splurge.
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