Louise's home is simply paradise - I wish I could bottle this place and have some everyday. The location is jaw-dropping - totally divine - right on the beach, surrounded by magnificent ghost gums. You simply walk through the dunes, out the gate and onto miles of empty beach overlooking Freycinet National Park.
The house is fantastic, great vibes and was made for relaxing. Immaculately clean and so welcoming, linens were plush, and a big bath perfect for soaking after a big day walking. Huge deck and views every which way. It was the porthole windows though that captured us nonstop with the the magic, framing picture perfect views of the stunning sunrise each morning, the moon at night and those majestic trees. I won't ever forget this view having a shower each morning, mesmerised by the beauty of it all.
Louise is a brilliant host and gave us loads of info of what to do in the area. Freycinet National Park is a stunning, approximate hours drive away and our day out there was out-of-this-world. Also, for any other food lovers, we went to Piermont Retreat outside of Swansea for dinner and if you like pâté, their chicken liver parfait is the best we've ever had anywhere and worth the trip. Devils Corner also has incredible views, drinks and food (the cerviche salad is utterly delicious).
If you love nature and are looking for somewhere indulgent but homey to stay in one of the greatest parts of the world, you are going to be in heaven at Southerly's.
Some tips: stay at least 3 nights here and let the peace and tranquility wash over you, you will not want to leave!