PROMOTIONAL FEATURE
Relaxed yet
inspired luxury
Sail into your next event with Port Macquarie’s
newest Hamptons-inspired destination…
When Japanese investors snapped up
some land right next to Port Macquarie
Marina back in the 1980s, no-one could
have seen just what a transformation
would follow. The original owners
built what was to become the area’s
most exquisite resort and, 30 years
and a couple of owners later, the area
is once again turning heads. Acquired
by MATSAL Property Investments in
July 2013, plans were set in motion to
create a next-level leisure, wedding,
conference and event destination –
plans that have now come to fruition.
The new owners have been busy
developing ideas for a property that
would see it set the standard in luxe
coastal hotels and stylish conferences,
with capacity for up to 300 guests in
its stunning new ballroom. Already
familiar in the region through the
development of the former Four Points
Sheraton property (now Rydges Port
Macquarie), the owners understood
the value of the site overlooking the
marina and the importance of creating
a coastal venue with a difference.
The iconic beauty just needed
some love and attention – and a
multi-million-dollar investment. Nick
McLaughlin, general manager of Sails
Port Macquarie, said: “We’re thrilled
with the completion of this exciting
project. The resort transformation is
nothing short of magnificent – each
detail, from creation of the outstanding
conference and event spaces, and
room design to the selection of resort
landscaping, furniture and tableware,
has been carefully orchestrated to
create that ambient Hamptons coastal
feel. The team is looking forward to
welcoming guests to experience this
gorgeous new venue.”
Gold Coast-based architect
Hamilton, Hayes, Henderson
Architecture is responsible for the
refurbishment design and has created
a stunning fusion of two worlds.
Blending seamlessly with the lush
surrounds, Hamptons-inspired
architecture features fresh white gables
overlooking manicured lawns and
tropical gardens with bay vistas.
And connectivity to the fantastic
marina precinct, which was always
part of the resort’s identity, has been
retained, giving guests the opportunity
to admire beautiful boats moored at the
marina from their conference window.
The new Boathouse Bar &
Restaurant overlooks the marina
– perfect for group dining and
entertainment. And outdoor dining
is always possible, thanks to the
sprawling all-weather deck and
alfresco fire table.
The resort boasts a number of
exciting indoor and alfresco breakout
spaces to complement its 92 guest
rooms and suites, all of which offer
balconies or terraces (and many of
them capturing stunning vistas).
In addition, the new Hamptons-
inspired Pavilion will cater for exquisite
events, while the Hamptons Ballroom
(with balcony over the bay, event
lounge, dedicated bar, and wrap-
around floor-to-ceiling window)
creates a superb conference experience,
ensuring it remains competitive for
regional business events.
When the event is over, guests can
enjoy kayaks and paddle boards off the
private jetty. Located just a 10-minute
stroll from Port Macquarie CBD, there
are vintage bicycles on-site for guests
who want to explore the area.
Emerging from its significant
investment, the stunning refurbish
ment has cemented Sails Port
Macquarie by Rydges as an iconic
landmark, and one that will delight
and excite event planning EAs and
their guests for years to come. For a
conference destination with relaxed
luxury, this coastal beauty delivers. S
sailsportmacquarie.com.au
April/May 2018 | Chief of Staff 09