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Steve Irwin's family opened a lodge next to the Australia Zoo where guests stay in rustic cabins among rescue koalas

Maria NoyenJul 9, 2022, 15:32 IST

Steve Irwin's family launched The Crocodile Hunter Lodge.Fairfax Media via Getty Images, The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

Steve Irwin's family has opened a new luxury lodge next door to the Australia Zoo.
The lodge has eight rustic cabins and an 82-foot infinity pool that looks onto surrounding wildlife.

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A boutique lodge created by Steve Irwin's family is open for reservations in Australia.

A view of the lodge at sunset.The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

When Steve died, his wife, Terri Irwin, and their two children were left to carry on his legacy.

Terri, Bindi, and Robert carried on the Irwin name after Steve died in 2006.Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images, David Livingston/Getty Images

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The lodge, which officially opened in June, is located in the town of Beerwah on Australia's Sunshine Coast.

The lodge is located on Australia's Sunshine Coast.Google Maps

Located on the grounds is an 82-foot infinity pool, nicknamed The Billabong.

The 25-meter infinity swimming pool.The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

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The swimming pool is the perfect spot to catch a view of the red kangaroos, emus, and koalas rescued from bushfires.

The pool provides views of kangaroos and koalas.The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

Overnight stays in the lodge take place in one of the eight rustic cabins, which are family-friendly, Terri said.

There are eight cabins at the lodge.The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

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Bindi was behind the name of the lodge's on-site dining area, The Warrior Restaurant and Bar, which is a tribute to her father.

Indoor dining at the lodge.The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

All around the lodge there are special nods to Steve, and the legacy of wildlife conservation he left.

There are memories of Steve everywhere.The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

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After all, Terri says it was Steve's dream to find a way to create an overnight experience for visitors to bring them closer to nature.

Steve Irwin's nickname was "the crocodile hunter."The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

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