Longitude 131°

Custom-designed furniture from Australian designers offers stylish lounging, whilst the bespoke ‘Baillie Bed’ dressed in fine linens and luxurious throws holds centre stage. Private floor to ceiling windows yield unparalelled views of Uluru, quite literally at the end of the bed, opening onto an expansive balcony with day bed, armchairs and fireplace. Each ‘tent’ is named for an explorer or pioneer and framed artefacts offer a first-hand history and tales of a much tougher experience in the outback. The unique textures of local indigenous artworks provide a colourful contrast to the pioneering past. An ensuite bathroom offers a generous rain shower, while the complimentary in-suite bar proffers a selection of Australia’s best loved gourmet treats. Plush bathrobes are provided along with daily housekeeping and signature evening turndown service. A music system, wireless internet, telephone, safe, and climate control complete the swag of mod cons.

The Dune Pavilion is the only accommodation offering dual views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Designed as a contemporary Australian homestead, the pavilion features separate living and sleeping quarters and is appointed with custom furnishings, striking indigenous artworks and a deep outback-style bathtub for soaking in the scenery. Generous outdoor decks offer the ultimate in desert glamour: decadent lounging, private fireplace and a plunge pool looking the desert frontier. Configured as one or two bedrooms, it’s ideal for couples seeking a sophisticated retreat or friends or families travelling together.