Cape Rendezvous

22/12/2023

Ripley the reindeer, a big fan of crochet and all things festive, welcomes you to Cape Rendezvous. Happy Christmas!

22/11/2023

I know that Cape Rendezvous is a pretty nice place to stay, but now we have another house guest.... She's a beautiful (critically endangered) Western Ringtail Possum, and I saw her in the Peppy tree yesterday carrying her baby. She's made her drey in the wooden box that Nige built to hide the pipes. Perfect possum box! If you are bringing your dog, please make sure they don't get too close, and are supervised when outside please. There are a few of these gorgeous creatures on the property, but usually you wouldn't know it. Many thanks 🙏

19/10/2023

There's mulberries and lemons galore, ripe for the picking. 😁

04/10/2023

Couldn't resist adding yet another William Morris design as a blind into the ensuite upstairs. Vintage Sunflowers ❤️

22/09/2023

Blue sky views from the verandah. Beautiful

27/06/2023

It's that time of year again... Such beautiful flowers. It's cold but still blue skies and sunshine.

03/05/2023

29/03/2023

Finally got around to painting the balustrade on the little cottage next door. (So much more to do, but happy happy!)

09/03/2023

Morning light

12/02/2023

I indulged my slightly obsessive love of crochet to create some new crochet artwork to display in the stairway. There's lots of spare white wall here so watch this space...

13/01/2023

I'm so pleased to report we have added to our plan for sustainable living with the addition of a battery, fed by the existing solar panels, and an EV charger for our own, and our guests, use. Such a good feeling! 🥰

08/01/2023

I love the way the light makes the grain of the oak floors stand out. It's a beautiful, cool spot to sit and relax in. We still have availability in January....

02/12/2022

Hosting with Heart has created a lovely ode to our abode 🏠🌿

Hosting With Heart - Australia & NZ shared a post on Instagram: " is a romantic, secluded retreat ideal for couples or groups in Vasse, close to Busselton on Western Australia’s south-west coast. Underpinned by a firm commitment to eco-friendly tourism, Cape Rendezvous is a haven fo...

14/10/2022

We rarely see kangaroos on our bushland as it's fully fenced, but this one was a welcome surprise on our early morning walk of the firebreak.

13/10/2022

Crochet flower key rings are much more fun than plastic tags don't you think?!

08/10/2022

Can sustainability and travel coexist? At Cape Rendezvous in Western Australia, where sustainability is embodied, it’s a big yes. ⁠
With rammed earth walls, solar power, and a green approach to living, the owners are committed to practicing eco friendly tourism in all facets. The two-storey holiday home is set amongst five acres of native bushland in Vasse – five minutes from Busselton and around 30 minutes from Margaret River.
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Explore Cape Rendezvous and book your stay here: https://lifeunhurried.com/slowstays/cape-rendezvous/ 🏡⁠
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21/09/2022

New (old) oak table for the verandah upstairs. We got this one second hand from Fremantle. Spent the morning sanding and then protecting with Osmo oil. A great spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner! 😍

08/09/2022

My wonderful friend Harriet is over from Brisbane. We had the absolute pleasure of a visit from Kate from this morning. As a physiotherapist, I can honestly say she has some serious skills! Always professional, profoundly relaxing and therapeutic. Just bliss! Thank you Kate x

20/07/2022

Garden pickings and op shop find make for a beautiful display.

19/07/2022

If the rammed earth walls don’t give you a hint of the sustainable sensibility Cape Rendezvous embodies, perhaps the tall tree trunks that rise from downstairs all the way up to the apex of the vaulted ceiling will.

This two-storey holiday home is set amongst five acres of native bushland in Vasse – five minutes from Busselton and around 30 minutes from Margaret River – and marries striking William Morris wallpaper and chandeliers with refurbished secondhand furniture and views of peppermint trees. Start your morning with locally roasted coffee from the owners’ South Perth cafe, made with your own professional barista machine, and help yourself to cucumbers, peppers, rosemary, and handfuls of basil from the veggie garden as you prepare meals in the handsome kitchen. Please note linen is an optional extra at this property.

Explore this slow stay and make this your next destination: https://lifeunhurried.com/slowstays/cape-rendezvous/ 🏡

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12/07/2022

I've become a bit of a crochet addict... at least I won't run out of beds or sofas to adorn anytime soon 🤣

03/06/2022

Re-stocked the wood pile with chopped fallen trees from the block and local delivery. Snuggle up!

01/06/2022

The pink flowering gum is out in all its glory again... So beautiful

24/05/2022

This weather makes me want to retreat to the sofa and light the fire... (wine is good too 😊)
Photography by for MRBTA.

14/05/2022

Warmth, and space, and peace and quiet (or lots of fun with friends!)

28/04/2022

Moody hues... we reused this chandelier from an old house in Nedlands (love Gumtree!) The weather is getting colder but its warm inside.

04/04/2022

Peeking through the trees... Every time I see that vaulted white ceiling I think of the many days spent balancing on tall precarious platforms to paint it... mind you I have to say... Nige did most of those hours... and he did a wonderful job ❤️

04/04/2022

Well, Cape Rendezvous has been open for 6 months now, and we're really happy to share that last week we were accepted by Life Unhurried, the home of "slow stays". https://lifeunhurried.com/
From their website...
"Slow Stays is the official edit of the world’s best slow and sustainable accommodation. The directory launched in August 2020 with a tight edit of Australian listings – properties from the coastline of Byron Bay to the vineyard-flanked farmlands of Denmark, WA.
Think of it as your Little Black Book; filled with the most unique and desirable stays, all vetted by editors, not algorithms. Rather than wasting hours of your life scrolling through Airbnb, Booking.com and Google search listings, Slow Stays is your go-to directory to find that off-the-grid shack, luxurious glamping spot, beautifully renovated farm stay, or architecturally-designed cabin of your dreams.
Slow Stays was born out of our desire to find the most unique accommodation options in some of the country’s most underrated destinations.
We distill down to find the best of the best, then we dig deeper to tell your story and create a connection with your ideal guests – conscious travellers who share the same world views. Travellers who appreciate beautiful style, but also want to know their stay will have as little impact on the planet as possible, and provide the deeper, true connection they’re craving."

To appreciate the little things – whether you’re on the road or just wanting to enjoy your own backyard more. Life Unhurried is not just another travel blog. We want to help people reconnect with the quiet spaces in their minds and the loves in their lives.

28/03/2022

William Morris vibes in the bedroom upstairs... (I'm a little bit obsessed ;-))

25/03/2022

You cant ask for much more in a review.... Thanks Kelda ❤️

22/03/2022

I love the tall tall tree trunks that rise from downstairs all the way up through to the apex of the roof.
I occasionally give them a hug 🤣

18/03/2022

17/03/2022

My lovely father in law visited last weekend and spent some of his time here making our ponds look blooming! Thanks Ian x

16/03/2022

Rainy days are here again ....but if you have to be indoors, this space is a beautiful one to be in

04/03/2022

01/03/2022

Here's Maggie, our vintage VW Beetle. She's normally tucked away in the garage but enjoys a trip out every now and again 😍

23/02/2022

Come and experience Cape Rendezvous.... 25% off for April and May. Go to www.caperendezvous.com

22/02/2022

Throwing shade by

21/02/2022

One of the benefits of staying in a rammed earth house is the coolness in summer and warmth in winter. (and the gorgeous walls of course!) Come and stay to experience it...

10/02/2022

Just 7 minutes drive from the house....sheltered, turquoise waters just waiting to be enjoyed.