Picnic Island - Luxury Resort in Coles Bay, Australia

Picnic Island offers five bedrooms with balconies that view the Hazards mountain range and the sea. The living space includes a shared kitchen and lounge, designed by architect John Latham to blend with the island environment. Selected rooms come with kitchenettes, while all units have a seating area, bed linen, and private bathrooms.

The island sits 6 km from Wineglass Beach, ranked among the world's top beaches, and lies within Freycinet National Park. A dedicated water taxi service transports guests from Coles Bay to the island in approximately five minutes. The property also provides complimentary private parking on the mainland and has a private beach area with barbecue facilities.

Guests can hike the walking track around the island, snorkel in the clear waters, or fish off the jetty. Bike tours, canoeing, and guided walking tours are available as outdoor activities. The island also offers access to a hidden treasure chest for children to discover during rockpool exploration.

Picnic Island is home to a colony of little penguins that nest behind the bedrooms and parade at night. Mutton birds (shearwaters) arrive at dusk, and seals frolic in the waters around the island. Guests can harvest fresh mussels off the buoys at low tide and observe abundant birdlife on daily walks.

The property supplies fishing rods, books, and board games for guest use. Free WiFi and 5G connectivity are available throughout the island, with speeds faster than in some cities. Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and packed lunches can be arranged, along with airport shuttle services.

Location: Private island in Freycinet National Park, 6 km from Wineglass Beach

Rooms: 5 sea-view bedrooms with John Latham design

Access: Dedicated water taxi from Coles Bay

Wildlife: Little penguin colony and shearwater birds

Activities: Snorkeling, hiking, fishing, treasure hunt