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Each of Arkaba’s five bedrooms open out onto a shaded verandah with individual views of the surrounding ranges. In early morning, the rugged peaks of the Elder range are set alight by the morning sun, providing a teaser for what the rest of the property has in store. See what’s included in every stay

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With just five rooms the homestead is an oasis of comfort and style amidst a rugged landscape, where guests enjoy a taste of classic Australian country hospitality.

Flanked by the strikingly beautiful Elder and Chase Ranges and Rawnsley Bluff, Arkaba is recognised as one of the most beautiful outback properties in the country.

Arkaba’s colonial history stretches back to the 1850s and one of the property’s earliest guests was John McDouall Stuart on his epic first crossing of the continent. Formerly a sheep station and now a private conservancy, Arkaba’s heritage 1851 Arkaba Homestead and woolshed have been lovingly restored.

The Homestead’s five ensuite bedrooms have been tastefully restored in tune with the property’s pioneering history and, in tune with Wild Bush Luxury’s understated yet cleverly up-cycled Australian style, a stay is more like staying with friends in the country than a typical luxury hotel.

Décor by wildlife artist Rosie Woodford-Ganf lends a warm appeal, with bedheads fashioned from recycled fence posts and fleeces, curtains tied back by gum nut tassels and lights perched on explorers’ tripod theodolites.

As the layout of the original homestead has been retained, each room has a character of its own and has been named after early settlers, explorers or property owners.

The homestead retains a sense of history and place, paired with understated rustic-chic style. Four bedrooms are housed in the main homestead while the Coach House is a delightful stone cottage in the corner of the garden for those who may prefer a little more seclusion.

A ‘swag’ is Wild Bush Luxury’s version of a rollaway bed and can be added to a bedroom if required. Swags are the Australian bedroll that have been used by generations of Australian pioneers. It is a mattress that is inside a canvas cover and made up with quality sheets & pillows. They are custom made, comfortable and are suitable for children only.

In the heat of the summer, the swimming pool and deck provides a welcome retreat after a morning or day spent exploring the bush.

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