The Istania Experience - South Stradbroke Island
Gloriously designed, built and furnished, beach chic and contemporary glamour - calm and relaxed yet sophisticated and indulgent. Arriving from the water the first impact is of grandeur, with generous outdoor areas flowing seamlessly into indoor living spaces. Huge sliding glass doors are concealed magically into wall spaces, providing a house-length buffer from the outside when needed, without ever disturbing the sublime aquatic view.

Coastal colours of white, turquoise and lime flavour the interior, proving a visual feast of cool tranquillity and blending like a tropical cocktail with timber features in rich tones of caramel and coffee. Spacious and ambient, the tone is luxurious, yet unpretentiously comfortable.

Naturally, the focus of the house's design is on outdoor living. There are huge doors leading to an undercover entertainment area and glass louvres are placed strategically through the house to act as breezeways and alleviate the need to use an air-conditioner all the time.

The main lounge area has the latest European-design pebble fireplace by Pure Vision" In winter you can enjoy the beautiful sunny Queensland days and then at night snuggle up in front of the fire with a glass of wine. The Kitchen has all the latest European appliances plus there's a big built-in barbecue on the deck. It's the Australian way - outdoor living and eating, plus overlooking your own private pool and beach, watching the boats sail by. Istania is the ‘ultimate beach house’.

The kitchen and adjacent dining and living areas are all open plan creating easy interactive zones that belie convention. Polished floorboards merge with timber decking and the hub of the home is a flexible space that could be indoors, outdoors or somewhere in between. A stunning white, silver and mint gourmet kitchen is the visual anchor of the home, with the top of the range appliances to deliver effortless convenience for your every whim. Istania is also well stocked with quality beverages that can be purchased through a room style provision ensuring the enjoyment of indulging does not have to be punctuated by a provision visit to the local shop. A barbeque area joins the kitchen and provides ample space to relax while keeping an eye on the kids in the beautiful pool, on the jetty or exploring the surrounding bushland abundant with wallabies. Up a flight of gleaming polished stairs and the master suite above is a paradise of aubergine, apple and white. The ensuite floats above the room on a raised platform and offers every luxury imaginable, including a generous double vanity, spa and plenty of fragranced potions to add to a steaming bath of heavenly bliss. The Kitchenette is equipped with a microwave and bar fridge and you can relax on the balcony overlooking the water. Accommodation at Istania Bedroom 1 - Upstairs • Beautiful views over water • Own balcony • Kitchenette with microwave and tea/coffee facilities and own bar fridge • Ensuite bathroom with spa bath, double vanity, shower and toilet • Wardrobe • Reverse cycle air conditioning and overhead fans • Television with video and DVD player • Stereo system with CD radio and cassette player • Bathrobes for him and her • Blowdryer • Ironing board and iron • Towels and all linen The second spacious master bedroom also features a private and glamorous ensuite bathroom with double vanity set in a stone bench and is equally as indulgent as the other. It seems fitting to pop the champagne cork simultaneously, basking in the glory of having found somewhere that actually surpassed everyone's expectations at the very first glance. Bedroom 2 • Queen size room with its own balcony • Ensuite bathroom with shower, double vanity and toilet • Wardrobe • Reverse cycle air conditioning and overhead fans • Television with video and DVD player • Radio / CD player • Blowdryer • Bathrobes for him and her • Access pathway to pool area • Towels and all linen The children will also be impressed. With four custom-designed bunk beds running the entire length of one wall, the kids will become part of the nautical theme, immersing themselves as masters of the helm in their cabin style bunks. Top to toe has never been so exciting! With an adjoining nanny or granny's room and a very grown up ensuite with sliding shoji doors, there will be no objections at bed time and you will find your children enjoying their own level of quiet-time. Bedroom 3 • Four great designer bunk beds • Reverse cycle air conditioning and overhead fans • Towels and all linen Bedroom 4 • 2 single beds (can be converted to double bed) • Television, Video and DVD player • Reverse cycle air conditioning and overhead fans • Towels and all linen Fluffy towels, robes and sumptuous bedding encourage you to get cosy and bathrooms are hotel luxurious. Light floods the home with sunny ambience, louvers directing the flow of breeze and the overall feeling is relaxed coastal chic. Check-Out - With an ethos of sharing and enjoying, your Istania experience is never rushed. Check out is at your leisure on the final day of stay, giving you time to include every last minute of your last day as part of the holiday and not some mad dash for the usual 10am deadline. Lingering that little bit longer softens the sadness of leaving but don't be surprised if you are planning your next visit long before the time to leave actually arrives. Activities Istania guests enjoy the best of both worlds...endless sandy beaches and private facilities or a world of exciting water sports! Some of the activities istania guests enjoy: • bushwalking (from a quiet stroll to challenging day walks) • fabulous fishing • kayaking, jet skiing and sailing • sand tobogganing (a real adrenaline rush!) • tennis • the beautiful Day Spa at Couran Cove • enjoying your view from the private pool

Location
South Stradbroke Island
Catch a Water Taxi from Runaway Bay or take your own boat and moor it on Istania's jetty.

Protected by the island from strong currents and ocean waves, the lagoon-like waters are perfect for swimming, fishing, boating and sailing. Humpback whales migrate each year and can be seen off the eastern beaches. With world famous surf breaks, mountainous sand dunes, and the spectacular expanse of the Coral Sea, South Stradbroke is bliss redefined. Istania is its jewel!