In December 2023, Southern Ocean Lodge, the flagship property of Baillie Lodges situated on Kangaroo Island, emerged anew after an extensive and thoughtful reconstruction, marking nearly four years since the devastating bushfires reduced the luxury lodge to ashes.

Crafted under the visionary guidance of its original architect, Max Pritchard hailing from South Australia, the reimagined property retained the essence of its predecessor while showcasing a fresh identity. Along the rugged coastline, 25 sumptuous guest suites now gracefully sprawl, their positioning meticulously recalibrated to embrace an expanded panorama of the ocean’s majesty and the untamed beauty of the coastal wilderness.

“I visited Southern Ocean Lodge a few months before the fire and now, four years later, I’m back, as is the lodge, completely rebuilt in the style of the much-loved original with some considered improvements, such as the reimagined spa and suites angled toward the ocean side to take in better views of the thundering surf and jagged coastline.

From the drawing board, the ambition was to create a retreat that is a world leader in sustainable, nature-based tourism, a true sanctuary. The new build has given the Baillies the opportunity to improve on the original SOL by interrogating every aspect of the business to make it truly sustainable, from rainwater harvesting and waste reduction to maintaining high ethics throughout the supply chain.”

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