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The lodges We were met by Caine and Amy with a welcoming smile on arrival at reception. Let me start by saying how amazing our stay at the bells “lodges” was in particular banksia lodge, From the moment you walk in you are met with an opulent setting of the highest of standards, the finishes are extremely divine, the attention to detail is amazing with beautiful timber fixtures complimented by the warmth of travertine throughout Two extra large master suites with huge beds and beautiful quality linen leading to incredible bathrooms with freestanding baths and the tiles and tapware are simply stunning, each of the master suite bathrooms leads out to large private daybeds. There is a fully equipped kitchenette downstairs leading out to the alfresco dining table and high end quality bbq and all met by a magnificent heated pool, with a beautiful integrated water fall and warm ambient lighting at night, there’s also a fully equipped laundry in the lodge if needed. Then after a walk up the grand timber staircase seeing bold lighting fixtures you are met with huge timber trusses that are a statement piece to be seen. The kitchen fit out is amazing with stone, marble and copper and fully equipped with beautiful crockery and stocked with everything that you could possibly want or need. The lounge room is warm and inviting and sitting back and taking it all in with the log fire place and all of the most modern technology that you could ever need, you are amazed at the attention to detail. What a surprise to walk out on to the balcony to then discover a staircase up to a private observation outdoor lounge area with beautiful views over the stunning coastline and looking across the ocean at the northern beaches. It’s truly breathtaking We spent the afternoon by the pool whilst enjoying the complimentary canapés and welcome drinks, one could truly forget where one is in this beautiful setting. It was hard to leave this setting but we were off to dinner at the bells restaurant where we were met by Michael with a warm smile and led to our table overlooking an amazing garden with lush green expansive lawns and gardens. It was a hard decision to choose what to eat as everything sounded scrumptious. We started with fruits der mer, followed by steak tartare which is a performance in itself as Michael prepared it all in front of us and described all the ingredients as it unfolded And it was delicious. It was then onto the main course of wagyu rump cap which was cooked to perfection with sides of green beans and sauté potato’s and as we were so excited to return to the lodge we had a selection of cheeses beautifully prepared and displayed in a hand crafted wooden box to take with us. Also to mention we received a call from Caine while in the lodge on arrival to ask us what newspaper we would like and if we would like a loaf of freshly baked sour dough or focaccia from the bells bakery baked and delivered to our lodge in the morning. We started our second day with

Lovely accomodation with all the creature comforts. Lovely large bathroom with deep bath. Gorgeous large private balcony with day bed. Very generous tea supplied, bottles of water and sparking tea complimentary! A $50 voucher to purchase goodies at their lovely in house bakery. The spa was amazing ( best head massage and hair cocoon treatment). Dinner was great. Amazing seafood quality. Nothing really to complain about. Will return. Shout out the front desk, Hank is so helpful.

We are visiting from UK and Bells was highly recommended by friends who had had dinner there last week. We arrived about 12 noon and hoped to have coffee and a lite lunch/bite. The Bell Bakery is part of the hotel and is signposted on the main road. Having travelled all the way from Sydney, specifically to visit this place, on arrival at the cafe, we were told by the server (politely and very embarrassed) that we could not enjoy coffees and pastries on the premises but that we could ‘take/away’! (Buy, but sit in our car). We asked if we could have our refreshments in the garden, ‘no’ was the answer. The hotel looked delightful but was quiet, and I could see only one car in the car park and there was only one table occupied by guests in the cafe terrace. When we enquired if they would make an exception as it was obviously very quiet, the server said ‘no’. The thing was, that we were hoping to do some sightseeing and then shortly after, return for lunch, but this experience was enough not to return. Seriously short-sighted policy by this business which was, it would seem, be a victim of their own ‘residents only’ rule as the place was deserted!! Such a shame.

Christmas lunch was disappointing. The staff were attentive but the food underwhelming. An expensive exercise at $250 a head not including drinks and coffee. Table service, a wait of an hour after complementary introductory drink before the first course, one oyster and one scallop per person, arrived. Then a salad, a stuffed zucchini flower liberally coated in batter so pretty tasteless, then the turkey, ham, roast potatoes, greens. The expected Bombe Alaska was off because as explained 'the ingredients weren't available' to be replaced with something described (from memory) as a 'cassata' which was largely left untouched. Again, not the fault of the staff, but an experience not to be repeated.

Such a memorable experience. The rooms are beautiful. The food in the restaurant for dinner and breakfast was wonderful with plenty to choose from. We had the pleasure of having Kim as our waitress for both dinner and breakfast. She was amazing at looking after us and suggesting alternate meals due to my allergies. My friends and I have stayed before and each time it has been a weekend to remember. Can't wait to come back soon.

Stayed in one of the Lodges - not cheap but totally amazing! The layout of the lodges is amazing - 3 levels including the top deck with panoramic views. We had a bar b q one night and we ate at the ( fabulous) restaurant the other two nights. Had a massage in the spa which was excellent ( book ahead). Already planning our next visit.