Contemporary Hotels is Australia's leading independent boutique accommodation provider well known for its design-conscious beach houses and villas. Contemporary Hotels is the destination of choice by urban sophisticates, professionals, couples and well-traveled families looking for unique contemporary accommodation that celebrates Australia's style. Bedarra Island Villa is a perfect addition to this portfolio.

Accommodation at Bedarra Island Villa – East Bedarra
The Villa is positioned near the waters edge on a private two-acre estate which wraps around a palm-framed white-sand beach. Prominent artists, photographers and writers consider Doorila Cove to be the most beautiful beach on the island. Here you can swim or snorkel for hours in the warm clear turquoise waters of the Coral Sea.

The functional design of the Bedarra Island Villa is languidly relaxed, yet comfortably modernist – with interiors by renowned interior architect Ian Moore. The Villa has two queen-sized bedrooms and an open-plan lounge/dining space which expands out to a large deck. All enjoy stunning views of the beautiful Coral Sea and the distant islands, extending to the oceans of the Great Barrier Reef, South Pacific and beyond.

There is also a Studio on the property that was originally built by prominent artist Noel Wood in the early 20th century. The Studio was his residence for more than 50 years. Since renovated by Ian Moore, it maintains many original features including the gin and cognac bottle feature wall, a stone fireplace, bamboo panelling and a collection of original bamboo furniture items handmade by Mr Wood himself. There are only a small number of private homes on East Bedarra Island and there is no public access – so you will never see any day-trippers. The Bedarra Island Villa Features • Located on absolute beachfront • Magnificent sweeping views • Modernist design interiors • Two queen-sized bedrooms • One bathroom with separate shower and toilet • Fully equipped kitchen • Aesop/Aveda toiletries • 100% cotton towelling and linen • Beach towels are also provided • Barbecue • Outdoor dining and lounging areas • Cable TV, Hi-Fi with CD and VCR • Lookouts, walking and hiking opportunities on the island • Alternative beach only 50 meters away • Kayaks, snorkelling gear, fishing reels • Exclusive caretakers for the villa • Fully equipped laundry facilities (shared with the studio) • Boating facilities are available from nearby Dunk Island Resort • Assortment of indoor board games • Absolute privacy as no day trippers are permitted on the island • Telephone • Maximum of four guests Travelling to Bedarra Island will be relished by those who love a sense of adventure. This is a getaway in every sense and once there you will feel as though in another world where you can unwind in seclusion, but not in isolation. Our caretakers will wait on the beach for your arrival by boat to help you land – literally and figuratively – on your island in the sun. Bedarra Island Villa Location Doorila Bay, East Bedarra Island, Queensland.

Getting to Bedarra Island Villa
All major domestic airlines and some international airlines offer regular flights to Cairns. From Cairns a 15 minute small aircraft flight will take you to Dunk Island and from there you will enjoy a 15-minute boat ride on the 'Beachcomber' fast cat to Doorila Bay (East Bedarra Island).

Alternatively you can hire a car from Cairns and take a scenic two-hour drive to Mission Beach, catch the water taxi to Dunk Island and then the 'Beachcomber' to East Bedarra.

If time is an issue - you can charter a helicopter from Cairns Airport to drop you on the beach at Bedarra Island.

Questions:
Q. Can I visit any restaurants on Bedarra Island?
A. No, you need to self cater. There is a resort on Bedarra Island that has a restaurant but it's only available for their guests. Conversely, Resort guests are not permitted to travel to your area of the island. This ensures privacy and deters day trippers.

Q. Can I visit Dunk Island Resort?
A. Dunk Island Resort permits visitors during the day only. Travel is by boat and details are provided at the time of your booking.

Q. Is it possible to do a reef tour from Bedarra Island?
A. Yes, this can be co-ordinated through Dunk Island Resort. Our caretakers can assist you with this also.