Located in Western Australia offering luxury accommodation in the Margaret River wine region, Cape Lodge is surrounded by its own vineyard and is likened to staying at a private country estate, yet with all the trappings and facilities of a world-class private boutique hotel. Positioned in the heart of the great wine region of Margaret River, Cape Lodge attracts those who are seeking a private, stylish and sophisticated retreat, and those with a yearning to discover outstanding food and wine. Cape Lodge neighbours include the great wineries of Vasse Felix, Moss Wood, Pierro, and Cullen.

ACCOMMODATION

Lodge Queen (1) – Located in the Main Lodge the Lodge Queen Room is 24m2 with a queen-size bed, ensuite with walk-in shower, flat-screen TV, and DVD Player.

Lodge King (1) – Located in the Main Lodge the Lodge King Room is 38m2 with garden views, a king-size bed, ensuite with a walk-in shower, flat-screen TV, and DVD Player.

Lodge King Deluxe (1) – Located in the Main Lodge the Lodge King Deluxe Room is 50m2 with a king-size bed, spacious granite ensuite with a freestanding bath, walk-in shower, a flat-screen TV, and DVD player.

Garden View (4) – rooms are 38m2 with tranquil garden views towards the lake. All feature king-size or twin beds, an ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, flat-screen TV, and DVD Player.

Garden View Deluxe (4) – rooms are 50m2 and all have views over the gardens to the lake. All rooms feature king-size beds, granite bathrooms with separate spacious walk-in showers, and baths with underfloor heating. The lounge area includes Flat-screen TV and DVD player.

Lakeside (12) – The Lakeside rooms perched beside the brook and are surrounded by natural landscaping. All rooms feature king-size, large bathrooms with separate spacious walk-in showers and freestanding baths with underfloor heating. The sitting area includes flat-screen TV and DVD player.

The Private Residence – Sitting privately on its own three acres-The Residence boasts an expansive entertaining area with views across formal gardens and rolling lawns to a private putting green and tranquil water feature. The Main Residence features a 40m2 master-suite with ensuite, 2 x king-size rooms, and one bathroom. There is also a separate Guest House with one king-size bedroom and ensuite.

Local Amenities – the in-room amenities are hand blended by local body shop producer Vasse Virgin from organic olive oils infused with native flowers. The complimentary mini-bar includes herbal tisanes especially created by Cape Lodge’s Tea Sommelier, freshly ground coffee from the local Margaret River Coffee Roasters Yahava Koffee, Bettenay’s Margaret River nougat, estate-grown Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc from the Cape Lodge vineyard and single origin chocolate bars from ex Moss Wood winemaker come artisan chocolatier-Josh Bahen.

FOOD & WINE

The Margaret River Region is a food and wine lovers paradise. The area is abundant with wonderful fresh produce and is renowned for producing some of Australia’s finest premium wines. Fresh seafood, gourmet beef, venison farms, free-range pork, and organic orchards abound providing wonderful ingredients to create the freshest seasonal menus.

The magnificent Cape Lodge Margaret River Restaurant has been voted in the Top Ten in the World for Food and is described as “one of Australia’s finest new generation dining establishments.” The menu features seasonal local and homegrown produce plucked from nearby oceans, local farms, and the Cape Lodge kitchen garden with guests being able to choose dishes for a 2, 4, or 6-course tasting menu. The wine list features current and back vintage wines from the great estates of Margaret River as well as creations from the emerging new generation of young winemaking talent who are embracing exciting handcrafted natural winemaking styles.

The new interior of the restaurant reflects the beautiful colors and textures from the surrounding landscape with handcrafted marri tables designed by local furniture makers Richard Vos and Dean Kerr from Good vibes. Hand blown candleholders were created exclusively for Cape Lodge by Melting Pot Glass Studio’s Gerry Riley, capturing the blue-greens of the native peppermint trees. Natural linen fabrics depicting Western Australian red gum blossoms and kangaroo paw were selected to cover the comfy lounge chairs in the Bar Lounge and a selection of handmade ceramic plate ware were sourced to showcase the kitchen’s creations.

A Cooking School has been designed for culinary enthusiasts and those who appreciate the exclusive and tranquil surrounds of a boutique hotel. The cooking classes welcome participants from the complete novice through to the experienced enthusiast. Gourmet Weekends are also scheduled throughout the year bringing together winemakers, food producers, and lovers of food and wine. These weekends include masterclasses, tastings, and winemakers’ dinners. Cape Lodge even has its own boutique vineyard located a quick stroll away from the main lodge. Offering just enough Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz for guests, it was planted by Steven Schapera who has had his gloved hand in many of Western Australia’s most successful vineyards. No expense has been spared on the vineyard, which is the first thing you encounter when arriving at Cape Lodge – an appropriate handshake for those first-time guests.

EXPERIENCES

Cape Lodge is perfectly positioned in the heart of the Margaret River wine country for those seeking a combination of sophistication, style and luxury, and country charm where the lifestyle norm is relaxation, indulgence, and rejuvenation. For those wishing to explore the region, sightseeing has never been so five stars.

Choose one of the magnificent white sandy beaches to swim in the crystal waters of a nearby white sandy beach, hike through the unspoiled forest or idle away the day wine tasting at the forty neighboring wineries. A golf course can be found within half an hour or for more active guests, join the locals down the beach for a surfing lesson or canoe on the Margaret River. Keep an eye out for a glimpse of a humpback whale making its way back home along the coast.

The surrounding region is rich with inspired works of art created by the many artists and craftspeople who have found Margaret River’s spirit of place inspirational. The list of internationally and nationally acclaimed photographers, jewelers, painters, glass blowers, and wood and metal working craftsmen is endless and days can be easily spent wandering the artisan trail.

GETTING THERE

The Margaret River region in the southwest corner of Western Australia is one of the most picturesque regions of the State with a ruggedly beautiful coastline, majestic native forests, and boutique wineries. Cape Lodge is located on Caves Road; only three kilometers from the Indian Ocean and surrounded by the great wineries of Margaret River. The climate is described as the Mediterranean with long warm sunny days in Summer, beautiful bright crisp Spring weather, and snug Winter days ideal for drinking red wine by the fire. Cape Lodge is just a 3-hour drive or a one hour flight from Perth and is centrally located to the town sites of Margaret River, Dunsborough and Yallingup.

FROM PERTH DOMESTIC AIRPORT TO CAPE LODGE

Exit the Perth Domestic Terminal on Bearley Ave.
Turn left onto Great Eastern Highway (1)
Turn left onto Tonkin Highway (4)
Turn right onto Leach Highway (7)
Turn left onto Kwinana Freeway South (2) 
Follow Kwinana Freeway South (2) to Mandurah joining Forrest Highway (2) through to Bunbury (1)

FROM PERTH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO CAPE LODGE

Exit the Perth International Terminal on Horrie Miller Drive.
Turn right onto Tonkin Highway (4)
Turn left onto Leach Highway (7)
Turn left onto Kwinana Freeway South (2)
Follow Kwinana Freeway South (2) to Mandurah joining Forrest Highway (2) through to Bunbury (1)

Nearest Airport: Busselton Airport.