Australian Vacation Properties

Growing up, my parents owned a restaurant and were tied to it 24/7.  For us kids, that meant that we didn’t have many vacations.  So, now as an adult, there are so many places that I still would like to visit.  Australia is one of them.

If you still need inspiration for a warm getaway this year, I found the most wonderful vacation rentals in Australia for you below. 

PORT DOUGLAS

42 Murphy Street

With strong Indonesian influences and the fusion of stylish architecture and exotic material, this palatial home offers an exceptional holiday retreat, whilst overlooking one of Australia’s finest panoramas.

Seven bedrooms, master with loft sitting area and private balcony.   Six of the bedrooms with expansive views over Port Douglas & the Coral Sea.  Open plan living areas open onto large decks and patios taking advantage of the panoramic views of the mountains, the marina and inlet.  Finest quality kitchen, home entertainment facilities and utility rooms.

St. Patrick’s Estate

Designed by world class architect Jon Johannsen this exclusive selection of Terrace Homes situated within St Patrick’s Estate boasts unprecedented views of the beautiful heritage buildings of Moran House & Cerretti Chapel.

The homes are lavishly finished with Miele appliances, luxury stone flooring to the main living areas and spacious outdoor terraces boasting views of the natural environment.

PALM COVE

113/5 Triton Street

Villa 113, Sea Temple Resort & Spa
From $500 per night

Acclaimed beachfront sanctuary Sea Temple Resort & Spa provides the ultimate luxury getaway environment.  Within the Resort and just a few steps from the fine white sands edging the Coral Sea, this privately owned superbly appointed beach villa sets a new standard in international tropical design. Spacious shuttered interiors and tranquil shaded terraces lend a whiff of romance reminiscent of old Bali, Sri Lanka and the ‘special islands’ of the South Pacific Ocean.

 

The Villa’s open-plan ground floor comprises entry foyer and television room; plus living, dining and kitchen areas all leading to outdoor covered and open entertaining terraces with water features and plunge pool. Upstairs is the casual-elegant master-suite with dressing room, bathroom with spa bath and private terrace. Two further double bedrooms, also with individual terrace and balcony, and an additional bathroom complete the sleeping areas.

 

A short walk away, along the beach or through the Resort, is pretty Palm Cove Village with its busy cafes, bars, restaurants and boutiques. Top golf courses are minutes away.  Access to the Northern Beaches, Daintree, Mossman Gorge and the Great Barrier Reef and only 20 minutes from Cairns International Airport.

Harbour Lights - Cairns

 

Harbour Lights – 5 Star rental in Cairns.
From $445 per night

Spacious open plan apartments welcome you and then moves to greet you with the ultimate backdrop – the horizon of the most famous reef in the world.  Fully air conditioned, the elegant furnishings and special intimate touches make your holiday so much more than you could possibly expect.

Every luxury you’ve ever desired in this spacious three bedroom apartment.  Picture-perfect views of the Trinity Inlet or Marina and surrounding mountains. Modern entertainment centre with plasma TV, DVD and wireless broadband internet access. Classical mix of contemporary and tropical décor. With crisp designer linen, full laundry, two bathrooms and a meticulously equipped gourmet kitchen.

Vitt, vitt, vitt hos Tine K

Tre nya inspirerande vårbilder från Tine K som satsar på vitt, vitt, vitt den här säsongen. Ska bli spännande att se mer av det. Det ser ut som det blir lite sneglingar åt det orientaliska eller asiatiska hållet. De vietnamesiska korgarna var just sådana som jag blev så förtjust i när jag var i Vietnam.

Lazy Susan

I get a lot of interior design advertisements in my inbox daily and when I have time, I’ll check them out.  Today I came across a great company called Lazy Susan that has great products.

Naming its company after a common American fixture called the lazy susan, which is a round object that sits in the middle of a table and spins, thereby allowing easier access to everything on the susan, the company’s philosophy is to simplify life, allowing what one needs to come gently to the hand.   (I love this philosophy -  “to come gently to the hand”).  Originating in Japan in 1981 as a retail gift store, Lazy Susan’s slogan was “create your own lifestyle.” 

They offer contemporary home, executive and personal accessories that are “stylish, sleek and serene in design”.   The popularity of their accessories line afforded them the ability to continue developing products for interior design that help achieve “tranquil harmony” in the space you are designing.

Now Lazy Susan has a new website here where you can find their fabulous products.  Here are a few that I wouldn’t mind owning myself.

Large Steamer Trunk.  For stylish storage of just about anything.  However, it looks like it comes complete with a jewelry organizer.

Turquoise faux Crocco Box.  The color is fantastic on this box.  Beautiful enough to keep out on your dresser.

Metallic Lace Tray.  This could be used on a table as a beautiful place to reflect your candlelight, or placed vertically for display and to add a little glimmer to your room.

Zebrano Wood Magazine Rack.   Since I’m a magazine junkie, I’ve always got my eye open for stylish magazine storage.  This one fits the bill.

Parish Blue Thorn Glass Vase.  I love the concept of a thorny vase.  Let’s hope the thorns on the vase aren’t as sharp as the ones on a rose.

Silver Resin Artichoke Figurine.  I’m not one for figurines throughout my home, but I love the shape of artichokes.  This would be beautiful on a bookshelf.

Hanging Wood Finials.  Finally, these beautiful wood finials are fantastic, aren’t they?   I imagine you could use these in many different applications, but no matter where you use them, make sure they are in plain sight for all to see.

Have a great weekend!

Rockett St George

Rockett St George är en kul engelsk webshop med allt från tapeter, kuddar, små askar och prylar till möbler med döskallar och engelska flaggor på. Ja, ganska vilt alltså, men väldigt kul och annorlunda. Mina favoriter blev av det något mildare slaget.

Guldram mixat med miniamalistiskt

Fastnade först för den tomma guldramen i bakgrunden som står som en härlig kontrast till det övriga minimalistiska. En mix som känns spännande och annorlunda men sen har ju bilden också ett badkar som jag skulle kunna mörda för. Från fotograf Ngoc Minh Ngo.

Australian Goodies

It was always a dream of my Mom’s to go to Australia someday.  Therefore, I took on that dream, since I tried to emulate everything about her.  And, even though it was her dream, throughout the years, it’s become a real desire of mine as well to visit “Down Under”.

Through this blogging world, I’ve come across many wonderful bloggers from Australia and I’d like to mention a few of them here that I absolutely love, plus a few people, companies and products that come out of that wonderful place on the other side of my world that I think you’ll like as well.

First, I’d like to mention my new crush, Paul Bangay, a master gardener from Victoria, Australia.

The author of five books, Paul is a homebody and on the weekends travels to his farm in rural Victoria, rather than attending the latest parties or social events.

Just one question… does anyone know if he’s married or not? :)

Eco Outdoor.   Their outdoor design is about creating a genuine connection between the natural raw materials found in any landscape and the purposeful use of space. 

For external surface treatments they are committed to leading the market with innovative, natural and considered design solutions.

Belinda Graham is a mother, talented writer and web editor for Real Living magazine.   She also has her own blog, Renovate and Decorate, which is a fabulous decorating blog and one of my new favorites!

Hermon and Hermon.  Furniture, artwork, accessories and lighting abound at this home store.  In Melbourne, Australia.

Another fabulous design blog that tugs at my heartstrings.   Michelle is a self-professed home design junkie and just imagine is just wonderful.

And finally, a wonderful design magazine that I slowly drink in whenever I am fortunate enough to find one at the bookstore, Inside Out.

Cheers!

Day Home - Spring Summer 2009

Day Birger et Mikkelsen har kommit ut med sin 'Spring Summer 2009' kollektion som är inspirerad av sommarlivet vid medelhavet.