Donnelly Lakes, Pemberton

Come to where time stops and find out for yourself why Donnelly Lakes is the most award accommodation business in Pemberton...The 5 superbly appointed lakeside chalets offer seclusion in a private retreat. All chalets have outdoor heated spas with sensational lake views... just imagine slipping off the covers and relaxing in 'paradise'.

Imagine…
It’s morning at Donnelly Lakes. The mist rises off the trout-filled lake and the first sun's rays bring wraiths of steamy trails rising from the trunks of the gnarled old trees.
• The kangaroos are enjoying their first meal of the day in the surrounding bush and paddocks, while the Ibis mingle with the other water birds foraging for the delicacies on the flood plain.
• Barbecued breakfast cooked on the balcony of your chalet overlooking the lake, or prepared in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoyed by the log fire.
• A day “at home” exploring the lake, in your complimentary canoe.
• Relaxing in your private heated outdoor spa with stunning lake views whilst listening to the night noises which surround you.
• Quiet time with a book or game by the fire…
• Dangling your feet from one of the jetties and tossing in a line to tease the trout.
• A walk on one of the many trails on this glorious property to discover the wetlands, lakes, forests and pristine bush bordering the Donnelly River.
• So why not book now to escape to your superbly appointed, secluded lakeside chalet…
• Sip good local wine as you sit on the jetty and laugh at the antics of the visiting ducks
* Try your hand at trout fishing from our well stocked lake or bordering Donnelly River
• Feel the stress disappear as you let your canoe float aimlessly in the still of the evening …

Here's what some of guests have said recently: "What a special place to form wonderful memories. The lake, the hospitality, the friendship. Thanks Elisabeth and John!" Paddi & Dennis, Sorrento WA May 2010

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Donnelly Lakes - a real 'get away from it all' and couldn't believe how quickly our short stay came to an end. The fresh bread on arrival was the 'cherry on the cake' - very much appreciated." Thank you both. " Moira W. Ocean Reef November 2010.

This unique 40 hectare property is surrounded by state forest with a kilometre of the Donnelly River forming one border. The main lake, 5 acres in size flows through 3 other lakes on the property forming a permanent water system for 7 months of the year.

The chalets which are either one, two or three bedroom are superbly appointed with all the little extras. All that you need to bring is your immediate food needs (though with prior arrangement this may be catered for), good walking shoes, binoculars for bird watching, a good book, CDs and a camera to capture those memorable moments.

And there is more... for the nature lover....
As a member of ”Land for Wildlife” we are preserving the natural beauty for future generations. We have in place a comprehensive walk trail with 25 stations and can take an hour and a half to complete. The guide explains not only the flora and fauna on the property but points out historical points of interest and allows guests to use their imagination.

Over the second lake on the property is an interpretive bird watching hide with table and chairs , a special place for guests to either enjoy the birds through a natural window, which is cut amongst the branches of the second lake or just sit and meditate in solitude... one of many places to do so.

The 80 variety of birds seen on the property have been documented and compiled into lists and placed in the compendiums in the chalets. If guests are interested they may wish to check off the birds which they have seen during their stay in the month they are here. This is the seventh year this list has been compiled and we are gradually getting a profile of the migratory pattern of birds seen here.
Donnelly Lakes is the ideal destination for visitors to explore the Nannup, Margaret River, Augusta, tree top walk, Pemberton and Manjimup regions on leisurely day trips. There is a kangaroo-watching hide or guests may wish to borrow the spot light to go out by themselves in the evening to look at the mobs of kangaroos which congregate on the property from late in the afternoon to early morning.
The main lake a pretty setting and has 4 jetties and a gazebo with fairy lights around it. It is stocked 4 times per year with plate-sized trout for guests to catch and keep or release if desired. Fishing access to the river is excellent and at one point on our border we have the junction of the Barlee Brook with the Donnelly River which is a great fishing hole.

Our motto is ...come to where time stops.. so do remove your watch to allow “time to stop” even for a short time!

Check-in: 1500           Check-out: 1100           Pets: Not Allowed