Flinders Ranges Way, via Hawker Flinders Ranges SA
Discover one of the most exclusive stays in Australia – Arkaba Conservancy, a Wild Bush Luxury property in the Flinders Ranges. Only ten guests at a time share this remote 25,500-hectare private wildlife conservancy dedicated to the conservation of Australia’s unique wildlife and birds.
The original layout of the 1850’s homestead has been retained, delightfully making all of the five guest rooms unique. Each has its own character, and all have ensuite bathrooms and open out onto a shaded verandah with individual views of the surrounding ranges. The rooms are air conditioned and heated, and the mix of king and twin beds have premium mattresses, organic cotton sheets and a choice of pillows to ensure a great night’s sleep.
A comfortable library with deep leather armchairs and a large stone fireplace provides seclusion for enjoying a quiet drink and a good book, while dinner is hosted on the terrace overlooking the ranges. In the heat of summer, the swimming pool overlooking the Arkaba Creek is a welcome retreat after a morning or day spent exploring the bush.
Dining around an old wool classing table on the outdoor terrace with the ever-changing light and sounds of the bush all around is a special and uniquely Australian experience. Arkaba has adopted a ‘buy local’ principle and our head chef uses the very best of South Australia’s produce to craft the food program with a few native elements to add a unique intrigue and interest.
The menu may include mouth-watering dishes such as Calvin’s classic, From Durban to Arkaba Curry, and a Spencer Gulf Kingfish Ceviche with cold coconut broth and turmeric oil, a Murraylands Crispy Pork Belly with quince samba & cauliflower, or a Quandong & Quince Tart Tatin with housemade vanilla bean ice cream.
A purely South Australian wine cellar has been selected to showcase a cross-section of wine growing regions with the grape varieties for which they are best known. The bar is completely open, and the chef will adapt very specifically to guest tastes and needs.
Recreate Calvin Von Niebel’s signature recipe -
DURBAN TO ARKABA CURRY
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