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Razed to the ground in the devastating 2020 bushfires, Southern Ocean Lodge has just reopened on the south coast of SA's fiercely beautiful Kangaroo Island.
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The lodge's original architect Max Pritchard is behind the $55 million rebuild, which features the sprawling Great Room (pictured) with floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking the ocean, and 23 next-level suites trickling down the coastline.
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Kick back in one of those suites - even the smallest are 61 square metres large and feature king-sized beds, walk-in robes, private outdoor terraces and spacious limestone ensuites with deep soaking bathtubs.
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Then make a beeline for the onsite restaurant, where you can enjoy meals packed with regional, seasonal ingredients and matched with local wines.
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Just don't forget to make the most of the lodge's signature experiences, which are part of the package and range from a guided coastal clifftop walk to a visit to Seal Bay, Australia's third-largest sea lion colony. southernoceanlodge.com.au
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