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Pretty Beach House
Pretty Beach, New South Wales, Australia · Independent · High Luxury
Ad man John Singleton's Pretty Beach House burned in 2012 and reopened in 2015: four pavilions, Bayview, Treetops, Hideaway and The Retreat, on seven and a half acres inside Bouddi National Park. Michelle Leslie led the interiors. Karina and Brian Barry, the hoteliers behind Bells at Killcare, led the reopening. Bayview, Hideaway and The Retreat each have a private plunge pool. Michelin gave the lodge One Key in 2026.
- 4 rooms
- Neighborhood: Bouddi Peninsula
About Pretty Beach House
- Four pavilions on seven and a half acres in Bouddi National Park: Bayview, Treetops, Hideaway and The Retreat.
- A 2012 fire closed the house. It reopened in 2015 with interiors by Michelle Leslie.
- Michelin One Key in 2026. Bayview, Hideaway and The Retreat each have a private plunge pool.
History
The Bouddi Peninsula lodge trades as Pretty Beach House with four named pavilions. Michelin awarded One Key in 2026.
Experiences
- Wine cellar — Curated cellar of Australian and international wines; selections at additional cost.
- Seaplane arrival — Arrival by seaplane with a 5-minute luxury car transfer to the property, on advance notice; Sydney seaplane transfers available.
- Bouddi National Park coastal and bushwalking trails — Scenic coastal and bushwalking trails in Bouddi National Park, just moments from the property.
- Water activities — Kayaking, surfing and sailing on the bay and nearby beaches.
- Girri Girra Aboriginal Experiences — Local cultural experiences arranged with Girri Girra Aboriginal Experiences.
- Wildlife and birdwatching — Native wildlife and abundant birdlife in the region.
Amenities
- Plunge pools
- National park
- Restaurant
- Spa nearby
- All-inclusive
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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