By Laura Rancie.
Completely off-grid on King Island, off the Tasmanian North-west coast, lies a secluded 96-acre property with refined boutique accommodation and views of the untouched coastal landscape.
The couple behind the exclusive Kittawa Lodge sought out a sea change of epic proportions having left behind their busy inner Sydney lives in Paddington, just a few years ago. Meet Aaron, partner of a national law firm and Nick, an organisational psychologist at Australia’s leading investment bank – now founders of a luxury lodge at the edge of the world, showcasing a unique part of Australian culture, flora and fauna.
What they left in Sydney, was more than made up for with the welcome of a tight knit community surrounded by world-class produce and artistic talent – the perfect arena to raise the couple's young son.
"When we came across King island, while watching Landline one weekend, we knew we had found something special and that we had finally discovered the place we had been dreaming about for over 10 years,” explains the happy couple.
It took another five years, however and some careful planning for Kittawa Lodge to be born - an image of luxurious seclusion, where discerning travellers can disconnect, rejuvenate and relax.
What makes the lodge inspirational is its approach to sustainability and the surrounding landscape. Being completely off-grid, priorities were placed early on with a strong dedication to minimise the lodge’s impact on the environment both in the short and long term.
Named one of the top three resorts in Australasia and the South Pacific in the Condé Nast Traveller’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2022, the award-winning Kittawa Lodge is redefining the King Island experience, as the only luxury accommodation with on-site staff complete with gourmet produce, local delicacies and premium wines.
For further information and rates, visit kittawalodge.com.au
