I Have Found My Hideaway
by Brian H., Canada.
The White Cockatoo is far more than what I thought it would be.
Tony and Lenore Fox have turned this marvellous little property into a destination rather than purely accommodation.
The property itself is modestly beautiful with great landscaping. It has a unique charm that has been cultivated to the point of near perfection. The pool is big enough but I would imagine that it would be over crowded if the facility was at full capacity. However, in this environment that can't be all bad either.
Regrettably, I arrived just as cyclone Larry was due to come ashore. (March '06) This put a damper on side trips offered by the resort, but not the atmosphere. Both Tony and Lenore went out of their way to assure that all of us were safe and they made every attempt to keep us entertained.
On arrival, Lenore led me on a tour of the facility and introduced me to all the other guests. This walk through put everyone at ease as well as facilitated the start of making like-minded acquaintances.
Tony has a great sense of humour that keeps all in stitches. Lenore makes a good straight man for Tony's one-liners and creates an extremely comfortable environment. Lenore prepares a Happy Hour snack tray that she should patent. The 5pm social "Happy Hour" really breaks the ice for those present.
Tony provides an exceptional sense of security to the guests by being in total control of the resort at all time. One quickly learns that nonsense will not be tolerated. This is more than appreciated as it provides an atmosphere within which you can enjoy yourself without any worries.
We did manage one side trip in Tony's boat down the Daintree River. Tony has taken the effort to become well educated with respect to the local flora and fauna. In consideration that he is originally a Kiwi transplanted to the area, that was no small feat. A great time was had by all.
While at the White Cockatoo, I had the good fortune to meet a couple from Japan. Between very little English, pointing, an electronic pocket translator and laughing at each other, we managed to forge a great friendship and have a lot of fun. Since getting home we have been in constant communication by way of e-mail and have agreed to meet up again next year at the White Cockatoo.
I have selfishly been in search for a little spot that I could call my hideaway and I've found it. The greatest fear that I have is that this the best kept secret on the nude scene will become as popular as it deserves.
I can only give this resort a perfect 10. I would highly recommend it to any single or couple seeking a real treasure of a holiday.
About the only negative thing I can say is that these folks down under don't speak any form of English that I have ever encountered before. Both Tony and Lenore had to act a translators for me on several occasions. I came home with a bunch of new words that I look forward to using when I find someone that speaks OZ.
I will be going back next year....
Brian H.
Canada
