Bed + Bauhaus Experience

Bed + Bauhaus at Yallingup offers guests two well-designed and beautifully crafted suites finished in a contemporary Scandinavian design style that is refreshingly different.

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Bed + Bauhaus combines convenience – ideal short-stay accommodation in the center of this vibrant holiday region – with comfort and a modern city studio apartment feel. The open-plan layout and ceilings up to 3m create a sense of spaciousness, light and air, complete with furniture that is both functional and inspiring. Material finishes (and cleaning products) are environmentally responsible and eco-friendly (e.g. VOC free), providing a hygenic, healthy indoor environment.

The property has been designed by kwokka to take advantage of the views looking west over Millbrook Valley towards Yallingup, with floor to ceiling glass opening onto a lawns both sides; on the west towards magnificent sunsets, and to the east side for sunrise.

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The passive-solar construction ensures maximum thermal comfort, with double glazing, cross-ventilation window positioning, superior insulation, fans and concrete floors for thermal mass. Each suite has a reverse-cycle air conditioner for fine-tuning temperature to individual guest preferences.

The guest suites are located in a separate wing of an architectural complex incorporating living quarters, design studio and a large workshop – a project documented as ‘Maison de Cour Yallingup – an Australian courtyard house‘. This prototype building attracted the interest of Grand Designs Australia as the first WA project for the series, until the construction schedule extended beyond filming deadlines; the single task of recycling and dressing jarrah for the 60 windows alone took 3 months.

Bed + Bauhaus welcomes all types of guests – professionals on business trips, academics/students on research/writing retreats, short-break travelers from Perth or interstate visiting family or friends, and overseas tourists. This is the right place to stay for anyone who is inspired by design, motivated by creativity and seeks healthy lifestyle choices.

Stay Simply: Simply Stay

IMG_5901aIn creating the visitor experience at Bed + Bauhaus we sought a fresh approach to temporary accommodation and found it in the roots of the Scandinavian design movement.  Characterized by simplicity and minimalism, and emerging from the functionalism that the Bauhaus school in Germany espoused, it evolved from a desire to enhance the quality of life through appropriate and affordable products and technology.  Scandinavian designers sought an optimum balance between the practical (form, function, resources) and the emotional or ‘hygge‘ (comfort, well-being, joy), an approach reflected at Bed + Bauhaus.

We offer simplicity – uncluttered space and exceptional comfort while meeting your fundamental travel requirements.  Each 45sq.m. suite provides for your every need:

Sleep
Queen sized bed, superior mattress with plush mattress topper
Quality bedding and linen – 500+ thread count cotton sheets
Selection of pillows, bolsters and cushions to meet individual preferences
Ceiling fans and reverse cycle a/c (plus blankets, rugs, hot water bottle)

Relaxation
Plenty of glass for light, views and access to outdoor seating
Leather reclining armchairs (rocking), and leather desk/table chairs
Reading material (novels, design magazines) and TV
Peace and quiet – unwind and recharge, or work undisturbed

Getting organized
Table/desk and other surfaces to spread out
Storage unit with spare boxes, containers and shelf areas for your use
Information to help you navigate the region and follow your interests
Cafe-style note board and markers, pads, pens

Feeling secure + healthy
Crimsafe screens on windows and doors (fresh air inside, insects outside!)
Eco-friendly laundering and cleaning, no harsh chemicals
Natural bathroom products (selection of cruelty-free, organic soap + shampoo)
Owners are on site (work from home studio) if required but respect your privacy

Refuelling
Essential supplies – a selection of teas (loose leaf, bags) and coffee (Nespresso machine pods, dripper + beans, coffee bags), chai, hot chocolate, milk and sugar, home-made muesli bars (Bauhaus Bites)
Fridge, toaster, cheese board, crockery and cutlery – picnic on local produce

Staying in touch
Wifi + mobile phone – coverage/reception varies but usually good
Dunsborough, Yallingup, Margaret River and Busselton – all easy drive for meet-ups

In the Heart of the Margaret River Region:

Bed+ Bauhaus is located on 3.5 acres in Yallingup’s picturesque Millbrook Valley.
Near:           Under 5 minutes drive to Goanna Cafe & GalleryThe Studio Bistro, and Happs Winery and Pottery.
Nearby:       Drive 5 – 10 minutes to reach Yallingup, Dunsborough, Smith’s Beach + Lamont’s, Yallingup Woodfired Bakery, Canal Rocks, Injinup Beach, Meelup Beach, numerous galleries, cafes, restaurants and wineries – including Caves House Hotel, Eagle Bay Brewery, Bunkers Beach + Cafe.
Not so far:   Margaret River and Busselton are a very enjoyable 25-30 minute drive, with lots to see and do on the way.
Further:       Augusta would take just over an hour to drive south on leafy Cave’s Road.

Gentle on the environment, gentle on you:

You might wonder why there are no cooking (or laundry) facilities at Bed + Bauhaus.  Our state-of-the-art Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU) is home to waste digesting enzymes that are damaged by fats and oils – any accidental contamination is avoided by not having kitchens in the suites.  Additionally the enzymes are damaged by anti-bacterial soaps, chemicals and all mainstream types of toilet paper (polymer glue).  We use products that keep them happy so they efficiently process all wastewater.  We encourage you to enjoy a break from cooking and take your taste buds on an adventure – explore all the wonderful local eateries, fine producers at farmers markets, and delightful places (beach and forest) to picnic!   You are welcome to graze in your suite on the wonderful gourmet food from local eateries and fine produce from farmers markets, but please do not use the bathroom sink to wash anything up.  We ask you to put all your dirty crockery in a tub for us to take away, clean and return to your suite.  Likewise we as that you only flush the enzyme friendly toilet paper supplied.

Please note: If guests have been in transit for a while and require clothes washed or food re-heated, we are happy to assist where possible.

Small print
Non-smoking on property, not suitable for children, ‘leavers’, or pets, max. 2 adults per suite.  Cancellation policies apply – please see the standard terms and conditions.
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