You're just a few minutes by car from the centre of
historical Albany - which, in 1826, was proclaimed as
Western Australia's first British settlement.
If you like boating and fishing - there's boat parking
available on site, plus a launching ramp at nearby Emu
Point.
Just a short walk (100 metres) and you're on beautiful
Middleton Bay - and feeling the snow-white sand squeaking
between your toes.
Only a well-hit three-iron and you're on the acclaimed
links course at Albany Golf Club - with restaurant and
bar facilities available (for all inquiries, call the
Club on 98448855).
And if you want to escape from the kitchen - there's fine
cuisine at nearby Emu Point and Middleton Beach, plus
a number of quality restaurants in Albany itself.
Heaps to do and lots to see!
Using 24 Barry Court as your base, take your time to drink
in the world-class natural and built attractions of Albany
and its environs -
Beautiful beaches and rugged coastline
- see The Gap and Natural Bridge.
Be a whale-watcher - by boat aboard Albany
Whale Tour's Sail-A-Way, or from shore-based vantage
points (in season).
Wonderful walks - including the Middleton
Bay Scenic Walk, right past Ocean Mist Villa, and the closing
stages of the Bibbulmun Track.
An amazing array of wildflowers (in season).
Visit the Porongurups and Stirling Range
- climb famed Bluff Knoll.
Drive to the glorious karri forests at
Walpole - do the Treetop Walk.
Whale World - the world's finest restored
former whaling station.
Albany Wind Farm - walk beneath the massive
rotors.
Visit a selection of the Great Southern
Region's world-class wineries.
