The Best Family-Friendly Eco Resorts In NSW
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Keen to combine your passion for sustainability and environmentalism with your family’s next holiday? These green getaways in NSW pride themselves on their conservationism-centric focus, whilst also being great vacation spots that are kid-friendly to boot.
Here’s where to head for your next family break:
1. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga
This innovative eco-retreat nestled within Taronga Zoo offers an exclusive, immersive experience in a secluded, bushland setting. Wildlife Retreat at Taronga has been thoughtfully designed to include environmentally sustainable initiatives that significantly reduce their carbon footprint, targeting a 5 star Green Star rating. With stunning views over Sydney Harbour, the lodges are nestled into the existing leafy landscape overlooking bushland that is the habitat of free-range native fauna. At the centre of the retreat is The Sanctuary - the home of Australian native wildlife including Koalas, Wallabies and Echidnas.
With a range of guided tours and up-close wildlife experiences, a stay at the Wildlife Retreat includes an afternoon tour of The Sanctuary, a three-course dinner, buffet breakfast, a morning tour of the Zoo including Wollemi Aviary with rare and endangered native Australian birds, a meeting with Red Kangaroos and endangered Tasmanian Devils, and free access to the Zoo during your stay.
Choose from the Bushland Room, Animal View Room, Harbour View Room or Treetop Suites.
Location: Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman
2. Paperbark Camp, Jervis Bay
This is one for our glamping families, Paperbark Camp makes for a peaceful bush retreat in stunning Jervis Bay. Just 2.5 hours from Sydney, this Swiss Family Robinson style getaway gives you a home amongst the eucalyptus and paperbark trees, with privacy and a sea breeze through your hair.
Paperbark is one of the original eco-retreats, leading the way in Australia for over 25 years now, accredited as an Eco Certified Advanced Eco tourism spot.
Paperbark Camp is situated on Wandra Wandian country and the retreat's restaurant is made up of seasonal, sustainably-produced, locally-sourced ingredients. Dining at Paperbark's restaurant, The Gunyah (Aboriginal for meeting place) is a must-do during your stay for elevated bush tucker and warm service.
Wake up refreshed in your safari-style tent for a day of adventure, exploring the bushland surrounds with complimentary bikes and canoes.
Location: 571 Woollamia Rd, Woollamia
3. H Boutique Hotel - Hunter Valley
Nestled in the stunning vineyards of NSW’s most popular wine region, the H Boutique Hotel is committed to protecting the environment, wisely utilising natural resources and being self-sufficient.
Boasting no emissions, no greenhouse gases, no pollutants, no wasted water or energy coming from huge power stations, H Boutique Hotel has seriously raised the bar in green credentials. The selection of two-bedroom quarters or homestead accommodation makes for comfortable family fun, and the tranquil backdrop of the Brokenback Ranges provides the perfect setting for exploring all that the Hunter Valley has to offer.
With the Hunter Valley Gardens, Hunter Valley Wildlife Park and a whole lot more right on the doorstep, a stay at H Boutique Hotel promises fun for the whole family.
Location: 770 McDonalds Rd, Pokolbin
4. Diamond Waters Treehouse Retreat - Mid North Coast
Situated on the Camden Haven River on the mid-North Coast of NSW, Diamond Waters Treehouse Retreat comprises luxury treehouse accommodation with a stunning twelve-acre garden that kids will love to explore, kitchen garden and chicken house for fresh eggs. The family-friendly accommodation is perfect for small families and has been awarded Dual Accreditation through Ecotourism Australia for Ecotourism and Climate Action Business.
The Camden Haven is the perfect location for family fun, with national parks, fishing, freshwater swimming, pristine beaches, horse riding and more all located nearby.
Location: 128 Diamond Head Rd, Dunbogan
5. Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Zoo - Dubbo
A true home among the gum-trees, Zoofari Lodge offers guests eco-friendly accomodation and the opportunity to see exotic and endangered wildlife right up close. The lodge is leading the way for green-tourism with its ECO Certification in Advanced Ecotourism and certified carbon neutral status.
The zoo’s successful breeding programs for endangered species has changed the game, saving at risk animal populations and a stay here is powered by 100 per cent renewable electricity. If this doesn't make you sleep well, the luxurious lodges with all the finest touches definitely will. The Animal View Lodge includes a furnished deck overlooking giraffes, zebras, rhinos and antelopes, while the Bushland Lodges are located in nearby native bush, tucked away for some extra peace and quiet.
Location: Obley Rd, Dubbo
6. ecoCrackenback - Snowy Mountains
ecoCrackenback is nestled among gently rolling hills on the Alpine Way, just 15 minutes from both Thredbo and Jindabyne, meaning that skiing, snowboarding, swimming, mountain biking, horse riding, tennis, squash and golf are all just minutes away. It’s also located on more than 40 acres of land that features beautiful local flora and fauna that makes for the perfect screen-free afternoon exploration.
ecoCrackenback is an eco-certified 4 Star resort, and the on-site eco-trail is a fantastic highlight for the whole family. Kids will love spotting kookaburras and kangaroos as they wander around the picturesque property.
Location: 2/11 Wollondibby Rd, Crackenback
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