Goode Beach Retreat - Bay, Lake & Albany WA Views

Welcome to our much loved contemporary beach home with a welcoming stroll to the white sands and clear waters of Goode Beach. Panoramic views of Lake Vancouver, Torndirrup National Park and historic Albany also await. Goode Beach welcomes you to slow down, reflect, recharge and reclaim time to appreciate life's finer pleasures with family and friends. Dreams of places near and far: --- “Nothing makes me happier than having family and friends around, and being able to share beautiful food, fabulous local WA wine and conversations overlooking refreshing sea views - it really is a discreet little retreat here" says Jess, who followed a love of entertaining, indoor/outdoor living and travels to guide the design of this much-loved family beach home. Appreciating the surrounding bush lands and sea views backdrop, our beach home is designed to be a functional, minimalist no-fuss lifestyle retreat. This contemporary beach home presents: * Clean lines with a calming natural colour palette * Practical amenities and furnishings * Tasmanian oak and tile flooring * Open-plan light-filled spaces * High ceilings * Spacious room proportions * High-speed WiFi * Fresh linens and towels * Fully equipped kitchen * Two BBQs * Kitchen pantry essentials * Small television and DVD player * Traditional board games * Outdoor chess board with large plastic chess set * Shaded balcony with dining/seating furniture * Off-street private parking Ground floor: -- There are three bedrooms, two with king-size beds and one with two single beds. Each bedroom has: * Tasmanian oak flooring * Thermostat-controlled rotating ceiling fan * Adjustable window security screens for fresh sea breeze airflow * Electric radiators for the cooler months * In-built double wardrobes * Bedside table and lamp * Crisp white bed linen and towels * Space for a travel portacot (available upon prior request) * Space for additional sleeping bags (not supplied, feel free bring your own) * We can provide two canvas camping swags, though please bring your own linen for them. The rest of the ground floor is dedicated to a spacious shower room (with a fixed shower head), WC bathroom and launderette with washing machine, clothes dryer and bench-top sink. First floor dining & living/entertaining: --- Walk upstairs to the first floor into a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and living / entertainment area. Beautiful open views of Lake Vancouver, Albany townscape and Goode Beach greet you. --- PLEASE NOTE RE. TODDLERS / GUESTS WITH MOBILITY NEEDS The 17-step stairs has a steep incline with a single wall handrail and no safety gates installed on either the ground floor or first floor access points. -- The kitchen / dining area includes: * Generously-sized island bench-top * Flexible sturdy dining table and benches for up to 10 people * Nespresso™ Coffee machine (limited coffee pods, please BYO favourites) * Cookware and utensils * Dining cutlery, plates, glassware * Electric kettle, small french coffee press, toaster, gas burner, electric oven, rice cooker, dishwasher * And other modern accoutrements The living / entertaining area includes: * Two separate lounge spaces * Three couches, one wooden upholstered armchair * Small TV * DVD Player and a selection of DVD's * Traditional board games * Separate WC bathroom * Two oil heaters for those cooler seasonal months The shaded balcony: “The balcony is one of our favourite spaces, we use it almost all year round", says Jess. Whether it's sitting there reading over breakfast sipping fresh coffee, for impromptu moments or formal/informal al fresco dining, there is nothing like the simple joy of a refreshing sea breeze, beautiful views and connection with the sights and sounds of one of the most dramatic natural coastlines in Western Australia, Torndirrup National Park. Relax on the shaded balcony with: * A sturdy 8-person matching table and two benches * Two traditional wood-framed reclining beach loungers * Kamado Joe Ceramic BBQ and traditional gas BBQ * Views of Lake Vancouver, Frenchman's Bay and historic Albany town Guest tip: grill whole chicken, ham, duck, ribs and more on the Kamado Joe using lump charcoal made from pieces of real wood (instead of charcoal briquettes) to impart a wonderful wood-fire flavour to our grilled food. Yum! There will be some charcoal in black bin next to the BBQ. And finally, play chess with the giant set and stone tiled chessboard. There is a washing line provided to air dry laundry and beach gear. Our beach home is just as we would want it... and maybe just what you're seeking! -- A little place by the sea... a functional, minimalist no-fuss lifestyle retreat, complete with panoramic views, fresh sea air, white sands and clear waters of Goode Beach. Your time, your space: enjoy exclusive private access and use of its facilities and amenities. We won't meet in-person, but prior to your scheduled arrival, we'll message you all the essential details for easy home check-in/check-out etc. If you need anything during your stay, just contact us via Airbnb's messaging system and we’ll see to it you’re well looked after. Beaches ----------- Goode Beach is a 100m pathway/boardwalk stroll away and occupies the western shore of 3.5 km wide Frenchman Bay. This unpatrolled beach faces due east. And what awaits you is a lengthy curving stretch of peaceful uncrowded white-sand beach for strolling, jogging, yoga, sunbathing and clear sheltered waters to paddle, bodyboard, swim, snorkel and kayak. Frenchman Bay Beach is a nearby 5-10min drive offering a sheltered bay popular with those visiting with younger children. Exploring further afield, visit Middleton Beach and Emu Point, both ideal for relaxing family outings offering tree shade for picnics, cafe amenities and calm beach waters for easy swimming and sand play. Albany town ---------------- Albany is part of what is coined "Rainbow Coast": Albany, Denmark & Walpole on the South Coast of Western Australia. Albany is an historic town, laying claim to several "firsts": being the spot where the first European settlers set foot and permanently settled in Western Australia - predating Perth and Fremantle; and from where the first convoy of ANZACs departed for the battlefields of the First World War. Albany town centre is about a 15-20 minute drive away. Stroll along its main York Street to explore its diverse selection of fashion and homewares boutiques, restaurants, cafes and pubs. Beyond Albany town -------------------------- Many attractions await... enjoy Whale Watching (prime season is between July and September), visit Whale World (Australia's last mainland whaling station, closed in 1978) and being on the border to Tondirup National Park, see for yourself The Natural Rock Bridge and The Gap (both once connected to the Antarctic!), Blowholes, Salmon Holes and eco-friendly wind turbines at Albany Wind Farm - all are well signposted and easy nearby drives. Be as active as you wish with a variety of tranquil bush, forest walks and coastal paths to take in the rugged sights, from easy-going strolls to more active half-day treks. Eat well, drink finely ------------------------- A favourite of ours, The Albany Farmer's Market opens every Saturday (8am-12 noon, get there early!) showcasing fresh, local seasonal fruits, veggies, and produce from real local farmers. Albany is one of five sub-regions of the Great Southern wine region, the largest wine region in Australia. Drive a bit further to neighbouring towns (e.g. Denmark) to stop by cellar doors for a wine tasting at internationally recognised local wineries. We recommend checking out the official Albany Australia Tourist Guide Association website for the latest updates on year-round attractions, activities and festivities. Off-street car parking is available next to the home entrance and along its private driveway. Albany Town Centre is about a 20-minute drive. 1. WILD NATURE SURROUNDS - BE SMART, BE SAFE Right on our doorstep is Lake Vancouver, a small fresh water lake and wetland, Torndirrup National Park and Frenchman Bay. Beautiful landscape views and unpatrolled Goode Beach waters means there is always the possibility of crossing paths with native wild Australia creatures of all sizes and potential danger to humans - snakes (e.g. brown snakes), amphibians (e.g. frogs), lizards, birds, insects (e.g. spiders), stingrays etc. For both adults and children alike, please use everyday good common sense when walking/playing around the immediate house surrounds, streets, beach access footpaths and surrounding bush. Be mindful of where you step and should you spot any such wildlife on land or offshore, keep a safe distance and under no circumstances approach or make contact. 2. ESSENTIAL HOUSEKEEPING RULES We appreciate in advance that guests note the 'Essential Housekeeping' rules for everyone's enjoyment. We share these in our pre-arrival message. If there are any additional things to note, just ask and we’ll let you know.