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Abode – Tweed Coast Luxury
The Santai Resort project, designed by John Lea, features in the ‘Tweed Coast Luxury’ editorial Abode magazine. The article highlights the Greco-Roman influences and it’s striking Balinese decor that exudes a sophisticated feel.
“Santai Resort at Casuarina Beach is an oasis amid a developing residential village and is less than 100 metres to the beach. The modern, fully-serviced resort, developed as a strata title complex, has strong Greco-Roman influences and its striking Balinese décor exudes a truly sophisticated feel. There are 114 single and two bedroom apartments in the multi-level resort surrounding an aqua blue lagoon pool.
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