Location & Environment  

Located just 4.5 hours drive (457kms) south of Perth via the Albany Highway through the Heartland of Western Australia or 6.5 hours drive (700kms) south of Perth through the majestic South West Forests.

Cape Howe Cottages are well positioned midway between the town of Denmark and the city of Albany on the picturesque South Coast.

Easy access to Albany Airport with direct flights daily to and from Perth -
be here in just over one hour! Click on this link to Skywest Airlines for more details

Situated on Tennessee Road South, just off the Lower Denmark Road scenic drive.

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Lowlands Beach

Set over 3 separate neighbouring properties of pristine bushland. One property is a private nature retreat officially registered as a Land for Wildlife Property
by the Department of Conservation and Land Management.

Walking trails allow you to freely explore an incredibly diverse range of flora and fauna close up and personal. Observe the natural world on your doorstep.

Easy walk to swimming and fishing beaches - just 1.5kms from Lowlands Beach and the rugged south coastal cliffs.

Plant a lasting memento of your stay at Cape Howe Cottages and offset some of the carbon emissions
caused by your journey.
Click here to read about our "Forests for the Future" program.

Adjacent to West Cape Howe National Park and the most southerly point of Western Australia.

Close to the world famous Bibbulmun Track (complimentary drop off service available on request).

Visit the many regional wineries and great restaurants who specialise in quality regional produce.

Sample seasonal fresh produce from the farm gate - asparagus, blueberries, raspberries, marron, seafood - cook up a real gourmet feast accompanied with a glass of local wine. Or visit the Albany Farmers Market held every Saturday morning for the best produce direct from growers. Click on this link for more details

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Walk in the awakening bush full of vibrant wildflowers and the music of the birds.

Look for whales and dolphins romping playfully in the turquoise sea.

View the fantastic night sky twinkling brightly away from city lights.

Browse the many arts and crafts studios for that special souvenier.

With a general store just a short drive away,convenient for all those essential supplies, there's no need to travel far from comfort.

Just relax and soak up the peace and quiet.

Suggested Itinerary for a 4 day stay

Many of our guests have told us that they wish they'd stayed longer because they didn't realise how much there was to see and do. So here's a suggested action packed itinerary for 4 day stay or you can always just relax and absorb the peace and quiet that surrounds your private retreat.

• Day 1 - Take your time for a stressfree drive from Perth down the Albany Hwy perhaps stopping in Williams (check out the Woolshed) and Kojonup (Kodja Place is worth a look as well as the many gorgeous gardens in the area.) Arrive at Cape Howe Cottages for check in after 2pm. Unpack and stretch your legs with an easy walk down to Lowlands Beach then relax on the decking to watch the sunset - order a room service pizza or two.
• Day 2 - Leisurely breakfast (pre-order a Breakfast Provisions Basket and be woken by the smell of a fresh hot loaf of bread delivered to your door). Set off towards Denmark stopping at the South Coast Woodworks Gallery then on into town. Turn right over the bridge and follow the Scotsdale Road Tourist Route for spectacular views. Call in at Howards Park Wines, The Puzzle Shop, Harewood Estate (one of our favourites), Denmark Farmhouse Cheese then the Alpaca Farm & Wildlife Park (for the children). Continue down McLeod Road until it meets the South Coast Hwy again, turn right and head towards Walpole (maybe lunch at the Nornalup Tea House). If you haven't done the Treetop Walk - head back along Highway to the Valley of the Giants. Don't miss the Toffee Factory for all sorts of confectionery and gourmet delights, Jassi Leather Works, stroll along the beach at Greens Pool and Elephant Rocks then finish with a honey icecream from Bartholomews Meadery. Pick up supplies in Denmark and a few more bottles at West Cape Howe Wines before heading back for a well earned rest (order a room service curry for tomorrow nights meal.)
• Day 3 - Now for Albany. If it's a Saturday, head off early to catch the Farmers Markets in Collie Street - indulge in the best farm fresh produce from around the region. Otherwise, breakfast at York Street Café is a must. Stroll York Street for a shopping fix then head out along Frenchman Bay Road to Whaleworld (warning you could end up spending the whole day here - good café for lunch too!). On the way back, stop off for breathtaking coastal views of The Gap, Natural Bridge, Blow Holes and Wind Farm. Alternatively, if you want to continue to indulge - follow the foodie route of "Go Taste Albany" visiting 11 outlets providing award winning wines, local beer, organic cheese, fresh seafood, luscious strawberries, sandalwood oils and more … something for every tastebud. (map available from our reception including a 10% discount voucher). On the way back to Cape Howe Cottages - call in at Cosy Corner beach for a quick dip or carry on to Shelley Beach for yet more spectacular scenery.
• Day 4 - Are you sure you want to leave? Head off into Albany again but this time take the tourist route past the port and then up along Marine Drive to The Forts and Desert Mounted Corp Memorial on top of Mt Clarence - more spectacular views and a good chance of spotting whales (May-Oct). Drive on to Middleton Beach and then perhaps lunch at The Squid Shack at Emu Point (can't get much fresher). Find your way back to the Albany Hwy and a quick stop at Mt Romance Sandalwood Factory before continuing on home.