Explorers Rest | Sauna Sanctuary Near Town & Beach

Entire guesthouse in Margaret River, Australia

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Silvia
  1. Superhost
  2. 10 years hosting

Listing highlights

Your very own spa

Relax with the outdoor shower and sauna.

Great check-in experience

Recent guests loved the smooth start to this stay.

Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Explorer’s Rest is a private, architecturally designed retreat set among towering Blue Gum trees. Designed for slow, restorative stays, it offers an intimate sanctuary where thoughtful design, nature, and quiet luxury come together — just minutes from town, river, bush walks, and coastline.

Featured on Urban List for the past five years, Explorer’s Rest is recognised for its retreat experience.

Now with your own secluded sauna and outdoor bath sanctuary for your exclusive use.

The space
‘The stars aligned for us to be able to spend one night at this extraordinary Airbnb. The space is beautiful ; we walked along the river and even had a swim. We walked to town for dinner and enjoyed the divine sauna! Couldn’t get better then that!’ Michele · March 2026

Plus, a quick five minute drive brings you to gorgeous beaches perfect for swimming, picnicking, or catching one of the world's most spectacular sunsets.

The private sauna is designed as a central part of the retreat experience - a quiet ritual woven into your stay.

Explorers Rest offers an exceptional connection with nature, with the bed, couch, dining table, and bathroom all overlooking lush, leafy courtyards, ensuring every moment is memorable.

Bask in the northern sunlight that floods the space or cozy up with the heater on cooler days.

Wake up to the soothing sounds of birds and views of the morning sun shining through the trees.

Enjoy a luxurious hot rain shower with a view of a tropical private garden, or relax in a bubbly hot tub under a canopy of stars, complemented by our own authentic bathroom product range.

You can further indulge in ultimate relaxation with a sensual sauna session. After a beach walk or swim, rinse off your sandy feet and unwind in the warmth of a rejuvenating Clearlight Sauna — you may never want to leave.

What you’ll enjoy

* Private infrared sauna for exclusive guest use
* 2 Outdoor baths beneath the stars
* Luxurious king bed with premium linen
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Fast Wi-Fi and Smart TV
* Complimentary premium teas
* Pet-friendly courtyard (one well-behaved dog welcome)
* Easy access to Margaret River’s cafés, wineries, beaches and forest walks

More than just a place to stay, Explorer’s Rest is a space to slow down, breathe deeply and leave feeling refreshed.

Explorers Rest is located on a picturesque, quiet street at the rear of the property. It is a free-standing, self-contained retreat with its own parking space and private entrance.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and enjoy the tranquillity.

Located within walking distance of the main road and just a short five-minute drive to the beach, this is truly Margaret River's best location!

To enhance your stay, we offer a curated list of local dining and activity recommendations and are happy to provide additional suggestions upon request. We are dedicated to environmental sustainability and use only natural and organic cleaning and bathroom products.


Pantry Essentials: Ground coffee beans, black teas, coffee milk, salt, pepper, and olive oil, with a plunger provided for coffee making.

Guest access
Guests have access to a dedicated parking space, separate private entrance, front and screened rear courtyards and private bathroom garden.

Fully fenced in and secure courtyard for your furry friend.

Registration details
STRA6285VU574T1C

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Courtyard view
Garden view
Kitchen
Wi-Fi
Dedicated workspace
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.91 out of 5 from 950 reviews.

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This home is a guest favourite based on ratings, reviews and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 93% of reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Guests mention

Where you’ll be

Margaret River
Boutique wineries, surfing breaks, and an artisan community combine in a laid-back coastal hub in Western Australia's forested southwest.
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From the host

The studio is located on a beautiful, quiet residential street on the Western more prestigious side of Margaret River, between the main street and the beach.

Planning Approval Reference Number: P221551

Meet your host

Superhost
1,745 reviews
4.87 out of 5 average rating
10 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
My work: Hosting
I grew up in Germany surrounded by large mountains, pine forests, caddle farms and mountain huts. Having always had an adventurous spirit, I flew across the world in 2002 to backpack around Australia. Standing on the rugged shores of Margaret River I felt a strong knowing that this was the place for me. I am very blessed to call MR home. Creating and sharing spaces is my passion, and I feel very privileged to share Sea La Vie and Explorer’s Rest with you.

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