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If there was a past, it seems a distant and vague dream as we are now ensconced in our piece of heaven surrounded by a deafening and quiet bliss. Elisabeth, John, D'arcy the irrepressible Flat-coated Retriever and George the wise Marremma sheepdog are firmly settled into this blissful part of the south west and the anchors have been firmly planted. Our transition from city dweller to country cousin has been smooth and joyful with one of our great rewards being that of meeting our guests and forging new friendships. Their delight in Donnelly is our shared reward as we are still discovering the secrets of this wonderful property.
Donnelly Lakes Chalets is a unique holiday destination for those seeking peace and tranquility, 'a place where time stops'. We are still overwhelmed to be the guardians of Donnelly Lakes and see it as a great privilege to take over from John and Renata Suckling. We would like to thank them for creating such a wonderful place for us to build on and enjoy. Our many thanks go to our guest photographers Jade Bell, Alex Yew and Yvonne Houghton who are also under the Donnelly spell. We welcome you to Donnelly Lakes and hope your stay is all that you wish for and all that we can provide for. Location: Donnelly Lakes is nestled in the spectacular Donnelly River Valley, 36 km northwest of Pemberton. Donnelly Lakes is midway between Margaret River and the tree top walk, and is in the heart of Manjimup, Nannup and Northcliffe. An ideal destination to enjoy day trips or simply do nothing... (Directions for getting here are below) . John Gaunt and Elisabeth Tilly
Awards 2007- Winner of marketing Award for South West Small Business Awards 2003- Winner of South West W.A. Small Business Awards for Business of 5 Employees or less. 2003 -Winner of Marketing Award for WA Small Business Awards. 2002-Runner-up to Emprire Retreat and Empire Award winner in the Category of Hosted Accommodation in the Western Australian Tourism Awards. 2000 and 2001- Finalist in Western Australian Tourism Awards in the Category of Unique Accommodation. 1999- Winner of the south west region Telstra Small Business Award for Businesses with fewer than 5 employees. 1999- Winner of the south west region Telstra Small Business Award in the category of Hospitality Industry. 1999- Merit award winner (runner up to El Questro) in the West Australian Tourism Awards in the category of Unique Accommodation. 1998- Runner up in the West Australian Tourism Awards in the category of Unique Accommodation. How to Get Here
Travel on this road for 39 kms to the Vasse Hwy.(You will pass by Karrak, a fabulous winery.Why not stop for a bottle or two!) Turn left at the T junction and continue through Nannup past Bunnings Mill and the cemetery to the junction of the Vasse Hwy and the Brockman Hwy. Turn left - there is a sign to Donnelly Lakes 43km and a sign pointing to Pemberton.
Have a safe trip!
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Our familiy has also fallen under its spell with the homestead full of young and happy banter. Whilst the Homestead is undergoing a botanical transformation under Lizzie's hand, the boys are in the paddock removing all the fencing wire from the property. This was once a part of its farming history but now a constant barrier to safe passage for humans and critter alike. 
From Bunbury, head down the SW Hwy through Boyanup, Donnybrook (great for fresh fruit and veggies) and Kirup. Just 2 km past Kirup follow the sign to the right to Cundinup and Nannup. (You have only 1 hour to go from this point.)