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Winter Special – 4 Nights for the Price of 3
Available on select properties from 8th June – 26th August, 2026.
The Long Table by Melissa Palinkas
The Long Table is Melissa’s weekly Saturday lunch at Willespie – one long table wraps the verandah, and fifty people sit down together. Some of them strangers. Most of them, by the end of lunch, not.
Pair’d – Margaret River Region
Described by Australia and voted by Aussies as the “must-do food festival”, Pair’d invites you to indulge, explore, and connect in one of the most breathtaking destinations in the world – the Margaret River Region.
Margaret River Open Studios
The thirteenth Open Studios event will be held 12 to 27 September 2026, once again offering art lovers the rare chance to visit private art studios, meet artists and view their works in progress.
Ironman WA
Incorporating the iconic Busselton Jetty, IRONMAN Western Australia is recognised as a world class sporting event and spectacular destination race and holiday venue.
Coastrek hike for mental health
Go wild in nature on our most challenging route yet and experience a stunning section of the Cape to Cape Track, epic views from Cape Naturaliste and a scenic hike along the Geographe Bay coastline into Dunsborough, with wildflowers in full bloom and peak whale watching season in play.
CinefestOZ 2026
Regarded as Australia’s premier destination film festival by the filmmakers and film-lovers alike, CinefestOZ is Australia’s equivalent to Cannes Film Festival. The festival delivers immersive film experiences in the region’s cinemas, wineries, boutique breweries, small bars and galleries.
Cape 2 Cape Ultra Marathon
Set in Western Australia’s stunning South West region, this race combines epic challenges with awe-inspiring scenery, making it a must-do for ultra-runners around the world.
Cape to Cape MTB
The Cape to Cape MTB riding event is nothing short of epic; accessing stunning private trails, vineyard visits, brewery finishes and some of the warmest hospitality the region has to offer.
Cabin Fever Festival
Bonfires, bold flavours and big winter energy, Cabin Fever Festival is back to heat up the South West from 17–26 July 2026.