Haggerstone Island

Far North Queensland, Australia

Ultimate far flung escape

As one of the most remote island resorts in Australia, Haggerstone offers an unparalleled adventure individually tailored to every guest. For the ultimate castaway experience, the entire island can be booked on a private basis meaning there would be no one there but you.

Spread sparingly along the island’s long beach, five villas blend seamlessly along the foreshore, offering absolute privacy and stunning ocean views. Embracing Papua New Guinean design, each features free flowing interiors and open sides, blurring the distinction between inside and outside and allowing the sounds of nature to float in. The main building captures the spirit of the island with heavy beams, a high thatched roof and light flickering from the cooking fire. At the ocean, a thatched jetty hovers over a lagoon that vibrates with fish life.

Menus focus on the island’s exquisite seafood presented just minutes after being caught. What is not caught is grown – papaya, banana, grapefruit and passionfruit are picked from the orchard, fresh toasted coconut flavours the homemade muesli, eggs are produced by free roaming chickens and salad is grown in the gardens.

Tailored excursions include helicopter rides to isolated swimming waterfalls, spearfishing for lunch off a deserted cay, sunset champagne on the sand dunes, snorkelling, walking and soaking up the tonic of nature in solitude.

Haggerstone Island is the ultimate far flung escape—an idyllic location to stop, switch off and experience the blissful simplicity of island life.

SUSTAINABILITY IS A WAY OF LIFE

‘At Haggerstone we only ever keep as much as we need to eat, and the majority of our daily catch is released. This also preserves our fishing and spearfishing locations ensuring that every visitor has an exceptional experience.’

You will love

  • Blissful isolation
  • Self-caught seafood
  • Orchards & kitchen gardens
  • Helicopter adventures
  • The tonic of nature

 

Thatched jetty extending over turquoise lagoon, surrounded by lush greenery and sandy beach of Haggerstone Island, showcasing the island's stunning natural beauty and tranquil seclusion.
Interior of a Haggerstone Island villa featuring natural materials, a large dining table, woven light fixtures, and open design blending indoor and outdoor spaces.
Aerial view of a boat navigating over vibrant turquoise waters and coral formations near Haggerstone Island, showcasing the stunning natural beauty of the remote location in Papua New Guinea.
Thatched jetty over turquoise lagoon with torches, person preparing seafood, surrounded by lush greenery, representing Haggerstone Island's natural beauty and unique experiences.
Plate of grilled seafood featuring lobster and prawns, garnished with fresh basil and lemon, surrounded by additional seafood on a wooden table, highlighting self-caught seafood experiences on Haggerstone Island.
Stunning turquoise lagoon and lush green island landscape of Haggerstone Island, showcasing the remote natural beauty and tranquil environment for luxurious getaway experiences.
Thatched-roof villa surrounded by lush greenery on Haggerstone Island, showcasing open interiors and a tranquil, private setting.
Helicopter parked near a waterfall in lush rainforest, showcasing adventure tourism experiences on Haggerstone Island.
Boat near rocky coastline with clear turquoise water, showcasing the natural beauty of Haggerstone Island, ideal for unique and luxurious experiences.
Underwater scene featuring a school of vibrant, striped fish with yellow and black patterns swimming near coral, highlighting the rich marine life around Haggerstone Island.
Couple holding freshly caught red fish while fishing off the coast of Haggerstone Island, showcasing the island's unique seafood experiences and natural beauty.
Freshly prepared fish garnished with herbs and spring onions, showcasing local Papua New Guinean cuisine, emphasizing self-caught seafood experience on Haggerstone Island.
Interior of a villa on Haggerstone Island featuring natural decor, woven chairs with cushions, a wooden coffee table, and open access to lush greenery, embodying Papua New Guinean design and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Person diving off a boat into the ocean at sunset, capturing the spirit of adventure and natural beauty near Haggerstone Island.

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