Executive Retreats

Hans and Wendy van der Wolf are the quintessential hosts and offer a selection of private luxury properties for your wedding day, pre or post wedding stay.

Living in the local area for over 20 years has allowed Hans and Wendy to develop their passion for interior design, and a unique approach to tropical architecture.

Executive retreats offer some of the regions most beautiful holiday retreats – properties like Mali Mali, Shangri La, The Beach Villa and Pearl on Newell Beach…. Look over these and other wonderful wedding day ceremony venues and accommodation below….

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Rainforest Weddings

Bali Hai is an exclusive wedding venue. Located just north of Port Douglas, on private acreage, Bali Hai features four thatched bures accommodating up to eight guests. The main living area opens up on to an entertaining area with a wetedge pool that looks out to the tropical mountains.

  • Maximum 200 people
  • $2000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required

 

Shangri-La is tucked away in a valley, just 25 minutes north of Port Douglas. Intimate ceremonies can be celebrated with views across the valley to the beautiful mountains. A saltwater lap pool and Balinese styled poolside cabana are features of this special property that accommodates up to eight guests.

  • Maximum 60 people
  • $2000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required

 

Mali Mali is located on 40 acres of absolute hilltop. With 360 degree panoramic views from the Daintree Rainforest to the Pacific Ocean and back to the rainforest, this retreat is in a league of its own. Accommodating up to 6 guests in 3 king bedrooms, Mali Mali features a world class tennis court, heli pad and stunning wet-edge horizon swimming pool.

  • Maximum 60 people
  • $2000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required

 

Tranquilla an award winning house and gardens is located amongst a world famous private botanical garden, just 25 minutes north of Port Douglas in one of the most sought after holiday destinations, Whyanbeel Valley. Tranquilla has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large verandah with a large water feature at the front of the house. The exquisite gardens make the perfect location for a tropical garden ceremony or simply relax and enjoy the seclusion of this retreat. *Please note that children under the age of 16 are not catered for at this retreat.

  • Maximum 40 people
  • $1500 location fee, available as a venue for Garden Wedding Ceremonies
  • Accommodation only – minimum 5 nights accommodation required
  • If accommodation with ceremony, minimum 3 nights required + $1500.00 location fee

The Cassowary is located in the Cassowary Valley just north of Port Douglas. Accommodating upto 12 guests, this retreat is designed to maximise the views of the beautiful surrounds. Designed by Charles Wright, this is a private haven perfect for your special day.

  • Maximum 40 people
  • $2000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required

 

Beach Weddings:

The Beach Villa on Newell Beach is located on absolute beachfront at quiet Newell Beach, just 20 minutes north of Port Douglas. This villa has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a wet edge pool that has views out to the ocean. has alight Asian influence.

  • Maximum 60 people – ceremony only
  • Maximum 25 people – sit down function
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required
  • Council permit may be required

Absolute…Newell Beach features four spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms. With state of the art appliances, fixtures, fittings and luxury furnishings, Absolute…Newell Beach is an absolute beachfront house.

  • Maximum 30 people
  • $1000.00 location fee for upto 20 guests. Additional guests upto 30 charged at $50 per head.
  • Valid credit card details as security and $500 refundable bond.
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required
  • Council permit may be required

Pearl on Newell Beach is a brand new absolute beachfront home at Newell Beach. Pearl on Newell Beach is designed over one open plan level and features a saltwater swimming pool and spa. This home accommodates up to eight guests in four bedrooms.

  • Maximum 40 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required
  • Council permit may be required

To the Beach…on Newell is located on absolute beachfront at Newell Beach just 20 minutes drive north of Port Douglas. To the Beach…on Newell has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a saltwater swimming pool. This retreat is very contemporary.

  • Maximum 20 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required
  • Council permit may be required

ReNewell is located on absolute beachfront at Newell Beach, just 20 minutes drive north of Port Douglas. A vast timber deck joins the outside entertaining area to the indoor areas, with ample room for entertaining. This retreat has four bedrooms and can accommodate upto eight guests.

  • Maximum 100 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required
  • Council permit may be required

Moonlight Bay Beach House is located on absolute beachfront at Wonga Beach with stunning views to Snapper Island. Featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms, Moonlight Bay Beach House can accommodate up to eight guests, with a large saltwater swimming pool, sunny deck and large garden it makes a perfect location for weddings.

  • Maximum 60 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required
  • Council permit may be required

 

Village Weddings:

Villa Empat Puluh Dua is a stunning retreat located in one of the most exclusive streets in Port Douglas, Murphy Street. With amazing views over Port Douglas and Four Mile Beach to the ocean this Indonesian inspired villa is a true masterpiece of architecture. This retreat has 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms.

  • Maximum 30 people
  • Accommodation hire 3 bedrooms minimum up to 7 bedrooms available
  • Minimum 3 nights accommodation required

Sundaram at amalè on Balè Drive is a tropical paradise in Port Douglas. Surrounded by lush, exotic gardens, Sundaram is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa with private swimming pool. Sundaram at Balè Drive features all the mod cons and is hidden within a private, gated estate.

  • Maximum 20 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 3 nights accommodation required

38 Beachfront Mirage is a large, private villa style home featuring 8 bedrooms. Perfect for a family of a large group of friends. The saltwater swimming pool is a feature offering a poolside cabana with BBQ.

  • Maximum 30 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required

Niramaya Villa at amalè on Balè Drive is a tropical paradise in Port Douglas. Surrounded by lush, exotic gardens, Niramaya Villa is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom house with private lap pool. Niramaya Villa at Balè Drive features all the mod cons and is hidden within a private, gated estate.

  • Maximum 20 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 3 nights accommodation required

Twenty One at amalè on Balè Drive is a tropical paradise in Port Douglas. Surrounded by lush, exotic gardens, Twenty One is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom house with private lap pool. Twenty One at Balè Drive features all the mod cons and is hidden within a private, gated estate.

  • Maximum 30 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 3 nights accommodation required

The (w)right House is located within the exclusive Beachfront Mirage Estate in Port Douglas and is just moments from the beach. Four spacious bedrooms accommodate up to 8 guests. The house has been designed to capture the cool air flow and has been designed around the beautiful gardens and saltwater swimming pool.

  • Maximum 20 people
  • $1000.00 location fee
  • Minimum 5 nights accommodation required

Executive Retreats :: Weddings Information

  • We require a minimum of 5 nights accommodation at these retreats and we also charge a location fee. The location fee is a fee charged for using the property as a venue and not just as accommodation. The location is quite spectacular and unrivalled anywhere in this area. We are unable to waive this fee.
  • All of these retreats are also located close by and there is plenty of additional accommodation available in the area for your guests.
  • Please note that there are noise restrictions at all properties. Neighbours must be considered and loud noise must stop at 10:30pm. Noise after this time must be kept to a minimum.
  • Credit card details are held for security.
  • Subject to availability.
  • Terms and Conditions apply.

* Rates are valid up until April 1, 2014 |Terms and Conditions Apply