Build It. They’ll Come.

December 17, 2021

Baillie Lodges founders James and Hayley meet award-winning journalist Helen Dalley on her popular podcast, ‘Build it. They Will Come’ to chat about the joys and challenges of building luxury lodges in Australia and overseas.

It’s perfect timing as we look forward to the rebuild of flagship Southern Ocean Lodge 2.0 on Kangaroo Island. Follow the links below to listen to part one and two now on Apple Podcasts!

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Huka Lodge | December 15, 2021

Annual Christmas Recipe

Each Christmas Chef Paul shares his much-loved family recipes for the enjoyment of the Huka Lodge guests, family, and friends. This year Chef Paul is pleased to share his cranberry mince pie recipe.

Baillie Lodges | October 21, 2021

Local Spirit

Baillie Lodges Serves up a Tonic for this Pandemic: Locals Only Gin!

Baillie Lodges | August 19, 2021

The Barossa Beckons…

Baillie Lodges Welcomes The Louise to Its Growing Collection.

Silky Oaks Lodge | August 3, 2021

First Nations Daintree Adventures

Experience the Daintree Rainforest from the perspective of the First Nations Kuku Yalanji Peoples.

Huka Lodge | July 28, 2021

Cruising Lake Taupō

Guests at Huka Lodge can opt for a luxury scenic cruise of Lake Taupō, complimented by a gourmet lunch and premium New Zealand wines.

Capella Lodge | July 20, 2021

Keeping it Clean at Capella

Capella Lodge is proudly participating in plastic-free July, an annual challenge to reduce reliance on plastic waste.

Southern Ocean Lodge | July 20, 2021

Camp SOL Heralds a New Beginning

Eighteen months on, the Southern Ocean Lodge site on the wildly beautiful coast of Kangaroo Island has been cleared.

Longitude 131° | July 16, 2021

Welcoming Ryan Ward to Longitude 131°

Longitude 131° welcomes Executive Chef Ryan Ward to the Red Centre kitchen brigade.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | July 13, 2021

Clayoquot’s Call to the Wild

After an extended hibernaiton, we’re excited to announce Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is now open!

Silky Oaks Lodge | March 9, 2021

The Art of Nature

Australian photographer Catherine Nelson uses digital technology and animation to create intricate collages celebrating nature.

Huka Lodge | February 26, 2021

In Profile: Kerry Molloy

We sat down with Kerry Molloy of Huka Lodge to hear more about his connection to New Zealand’s oldest luxury lodge.

Southern Ocean Lodge | February 26, 2021

Sunshine Waits for Southern Ocean Lodge

Sculptor Indiana James has been working steadily to restore the kangaroo sculpture he’d created from found objects around the island for Southern Ocean Lodge.

Longitude 131° | February 25, 2021

A Colourful Partnership

Tjungu waakarinyi translates to ‘working together’. A sentiment that underpins the treasured partnership between Ernabella Arts and Longitude 131°.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | January 29, 2021

In Profile: Sarah Cruse

Get to know the General Manager of Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, Canadas leading luxury wilderness accommodation.

Baillie Lodges | January 12, 2021

SOL 2.0: A Tale of Hope

On the anniversary of Southern Ocean Lodge's devastation by bushfire, preview it's recreation in a new production with Adelaide-based 57 Films.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | November 20, 2020

Baillie Lodges Goes Global

Baillie Lodges has added Vancouver Island's acclaimed luxury camp Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge to its expanding portfolio of luxury lodges.

Longitude 131° | October 28, 2020

Summer Outback Classic

With warmer weather just around the corner, read on for ten reasons to stay at Longitude 131° this summer.

Baillie Lodges | October 13, 2020

Artist Residency with Joshua Yeldham

Baillie Lodges undertook its first ever artist-in-residence program at Capella on Lord Howe this year, with artist Joshua Yeldham.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | September 30, 2020

2020, The Clayoquot Season With a Difference

An overview of the first time CWL has shut it doors to guests.

Silky Oaks Lodge | September 17, 2020

Chef’s Table: BBQ featuring the Daintree’s very own Juan Walker

Kuku Yalanji man Juan Walker guest stars on the newly released season of Netflix's Chef's Table.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | July 15, 2020

The Dogs of Clayoquot

Meet the four legged friends who call the Lodge home.

Silky Oaks Lodge | July 3, 2020

Chef Mark Godbeer’s FNQ Pad Thai

Sweet, salty, sour and spicy - Chef Mark's pad thai hits all the right notes and then some!

Silky Oaks Lodge | June 3, 2020

Chef Mark Godbeer’s Go-To Gnocchi

Fluffy pillows of potato in a garlicky cream sauce - sounds like the ultimate comfort food.

Southern Ocean Lodge | January 13, 2020

Southern Ocean Lodge and the Kangaroo Island Bushfires

An update from James and Hayley Baillie.

Silky Oaks Lodge | December 19, 2019

Christmas in the tropics

Christmas Day at Silky Oaks Lodge heralds cooling dips in the Mossman River and a long festive lunch among the treetops.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | December 18, 2019

Sarah Cruse returns to the helm of Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge

Clayoquot WIlderness Lodge announce the appointment of Sarah Cruse as General Manager for 2020.

Southern Ocean Lodge | December 1, 2019

In Focus: The KI Photo Safari

Embark on a photographic journey to Kangaroo Island...

Silky Oaks Lodge | November 8, 2019

Green light on the green season

The Green Season is an important part of the tropical weather cycle; it's also mango and lychee season!

Longitude 131° | October 31, 2019

Longitude 131˚ Celebrates a Vibrant Partnership with Ernabella Arts

Longitude 131˚ and Ernabella Arts Inc - a partnership set in stone.

Silky Oaks Lodge | October 4, 2019

Discover a playground in the great outdoors

Breathe in the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest.

Longitude 131° | August 27, 2019

In Profile: Longitude 131° Managers – Ben and Louise Lanyon

Meet the husband-and-wife lodge manager duo.

Southern Ocean Lodge | August 20, 2019

Baudin, Flinders and the Discovery of Kangaroo Island

A fascinating tale of modern Australian history.

Capella Lodge | August 6, 2019

Protecting Paradise: Howe to Make a Difference

The World Heritage-listed island paradise champions conservation and sustainability.

Capella Lodge | July 11, 2019

Ten Fun Facts About Lord Howe Island

These facts highlight just how incredible Lord Howe Island is...

Southern Ocean Lodge | July 11, 2019

Max Pritchard and the Design of Southern Ocean Lodge

How the luxury wilderness lodge came into being.

Longitude 131° | July 2, 2019

Valley of the Winds

Experience the wonder of Kata Tjuta’s mighty domes.

Capella Lodge | June 18, 2019

Hiking Mount Gower

Learn about the Mount Gower walk, ranked as one of the world's best.

Baillie Lodges | June 13, 2019

Tales From a Guest: Reflecting on Time Well Spent at Baillie Lodges

We interviewed Bronwyn to find out what keeps her coming back...

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | May 16, 2019

Saving the Salmon

Salmon preservation takes priority at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge

Southern Ocean Lodge | May 14, 2019

Spiky yet loveable: meet KI’s Short-beaked Echidna

Get to know Kangaroo Island's distinct subspecies of the Short-beaked Echidna

Longitude 131° | April 9, 2019

Guides at Longitude 131°: Exploring the Red Centre with Caroline Haden-Smith

Caroline talks about guiding in the Red Centre and the passion that keeps her there...

Capella Lodge | March 12, 2019

Indulge in the new Capella Spa

Read about the private sanctuary offering a balm to the bustle of every-day life.

Longitude 131° | February 28, 2019

Discover the Red Centre by Heli

A helicopter tour offers a thrilling aerial perspective of Uluru-Kata Tjuta. Preparing for a heli ride over Australia’s vast Red Centre is almost as exciting as the trip itself.

Southern Ocean Lodge | February 21, 2019

John’s Walk-in Wine Cellar

With a commitment to local produce, the lodge showcases the best of South Australian wines from the state and island.

Capella Lodge | January 31, 2019

In Profile: Capella Lodge Managers – Mark McKillop and Libby Grant

Anyone who has stayed at Capella knows lodge managers Libby Grant and Mark McKillop. Resident managers since the lodge opened as a Baillie Lodges property in 2003...

Longitude 131° | January 17, 2019

Tuck-in to Australia’s Bush Ingredients

A Unique Taste of Australia at Longitude 131°, Quandongs, Pigface and Lemon Myrtle Sorbet.

Southern Ocean Lodge | December 13, 2018

Cactus, Caravans and Chef Hats

Former Southern Ocean Lodge staff follow-up with foodie success on Kangaroo Island.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | November 12, 2018

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge Double Award Winner

Sustainability initiative Clayoquot Clean-Up leads to a clean up of awards.

Capella Lodge | September 5, 2018

In Profile: Executive Chef – Cooper Dickson

Get to know Capella Lodge's Executive Chef, Cooper Dickson.

Southern Ocean Lodge | August 16, 2018

Kangaroo Island’s Renowned Ligurian Honey

Kangaroo Island is home to the world’s only genetically-pure population of the renowned Ligurian honey bee.

Longitude 131° | August 16, 2018

Longitude 131° Artists Among Wynne Prize 2018 Winners

The winner of the 2018 Wynne Prize Roberts Family Prize is Indigenous artist Wawiriya Burton, whose work also features at Longitude 131°...

Southern Ocean Lodge | May 9, 2018

In Profile: Executive Chef – Asher Blackford

One of the key differences Asher identifies between managing a luxury lodge kitchen and one’s own restaurant is derived from the all-inclusive nature of a lodge experience.

Southern Ocean Lodge | March 22, 2018

Southern Ocean Lodge Celebrates a Decade of Excellence

The Baillie Lodges property envisioned by life and business partners James and Hayley Baillie was an ambitious project for its location on Kangaroo Island’s remote, pristine southwest coast.

Longitude 131° | February 1, 2018

Ernabella Artists Hit the Tiles

Some 500 individually hand-painted tiles line the bar wall, each created by a group of nineteen women artists from Ernabella Arts Community.

Capella Lodge | July 20, 2017

Bureau of Meteorology, Lord Howe Island

Lord Howe is fortunate to have its very own Bureau of Meteorology, which has been around for over 100 years.

Southern Ocean Lodge | March 28, 2017

Hiking Kangaroo Island from Southern Ocean Lodge

For guests at Southern Ocean Lodge, there are now more options than ever to explore the island on foot right from our doorstep.

Capella Lodge | January 3, 2017

Mt Gower Challenge

Lord Howe Island resident Ollie Whistler has made local history and taken title of the Mount Gower Challenge, beating his father’s 18 year held record by just 47 seconds.

Southern Ocean Lodge | October 28, 2016

In Bed With… Southern Ocean Lodge

Photographer and popular travel blogger Rhiannon Taylor stayed at Southern Ocean Lodge to write a post for her online magazine, In Bed With.

Southern Ocean Lodge | July 28, 2016

Walk Among the Locals at Seal Bay

An excursion to Seal Bay is included in a signature itinerary at Southern Ocean Lodge, and every visit offers a different experience...

Longitude 131° | March 10, 2016

Field of Light Blooms in the Desert

Australia’s ‘Red Centre’ has been transformed, with the ‘Field of Light’ planted in the foreground of Uluru, comprising some 50,000 solar lights...

Southern Ocean Lodge | September 17, 2015

Kangaroo Island’s School Students Float Out Aquaponics for Southern Ocean Lodge

Southern Ocean Lodge | September 6, 2012

Southern Ocean Lodge Launches Own Gin

Southern Ocean Lodge has launched its own gin, baillies 9. Blended specially by Kangaroo Island’s resident distillers of fine, wild spirits...

Capella Lodge | July 1, 2010

Golf on Lord Howe Island

The Lord Howe Island golf course has been developed and expanded into one of the most picturesque courses in Australia!

Southern Ocean Lodge | April 30, 2010

Ligurian Bees on Kangaroo Island

Have you ever wondered how bees make honey, and what it is that makes Kangaroo Island bees and their honey so special?

Capella Lodge | March 11, 2010

The Providence Petrel

The incredibly rare Petrel once bred in only two places on earth, Lord Howe and Norfolk Island.

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