We stayed a week at Tikana and five stars is 100% below what it should be. The lodge is luxurious, an architectural masterpiece made from strawbales and old-fashioned timber with all the hallmarks of a royal hunting lodge.
The kitchen provided us with many a fine meal and it was nice to have a lovely cup of coffee from the Miele expresso machine every morning. Upon arrival the refrigerator was fully stocked with speciality items and our hosts went out their way to provide lactose and gluten free products. The beautiful array of fruit was most welcomed as were the fresh eggs from their farm.
The master bedroom and bathroom with a massive shower were just another part of a top draw experience. Taking a lovely bath overlooking the paddocks watching the deer grazing within feet of the house was a majestic experience.
To say the location is exceptional would be an understatement as it had massive hints of Italian and English countryside. Peaceful and serene. All one has to do is open the huge sliding doors and let the birds sing. One of the biggest problems with the cottage was leaving as in reality it became like home!
As for our hosts, Donna and Dave, we considered it a very special privilege to meet such kind and generous people. One of the few occasions we would consider our hosts as friends.
To omit Tikana Lodge, would be missing out on a great experience!