Slickly run, sleek and modern, Oaks Elan is one of Darwin’s newest hotels. With 27 floors stretching high into the city’s skyline, this is a quiet, heat-beating haven, especially good for families seeking apartments. In the hotel’s upper zones, city and water views abound from balconies. See the full post >

Searching for a country retreat surrounded by vineyards? This immaculate property, comprised of four elegant villas, could be just the ticket. A mere 50 minutes from Adelaide, this splendidly posh getaway offers wild surf beaches, lovely countryside and, of course, some magnificent food and wine experiences. See the full post >

See the full post >

See the full post >

This Georgian mansion houses a fabulously stylish b&b. It’s an art-filled haven looking on to a stretch of Cheltenham’s Pittville Park. With its chic lighting, mix of antiques and funky furniture, it serenely achieves a happy combination of glamour and homely comfort. See the full post >

See the full post >

See the full post >

Cooinda Lodge enjoys prime position inside Kakadu. It’s smack-bang in the middle of the national park, near Yellow Waters, where boat cruises grace the nearby floodplains. Though a bit dated in parts, Cooinda boasts pretty gardens, and its refurbished cabins offer a different take on an old classic. See the full post >

See the full post >

See the full post >