The Best Mum's Retreats In NSW

As much as we love our little ones, some ‘me time’ could be just what the doctor ordered: a weekend of R & R, peace, quiet, and connecting back to who you were pre-babies. Actually, it's quite literally what the doctor ordered, according to new research, mental health experts believe mums should be taking time out from the kids to spend with their girlfriends! 

We’ve gathered a list of the best mum’s retreats in, a short drive away, or quick plane ride from Sydney, for the relaxing time alone you so badly deserve.

1. Happy Buddah Retreats, Blue Mountains

 

Tucked away in the peaceful Blue Mountains and only 90 minutes from Sydney, Happy Buddah Retreats will make you feel a million miles from school lunch boxes and piles of washing. Flex your limbs with different styles of yoga and guided meditation, and eat fresh, healthy food cooked by someone else! Swim in the pool or be daring and take a dip in the nearby waterfall. With the short-stay retreat nestled in Wentworth Falls, choose from a variety of two-night getaways that focus on the mind, body, and soul, all including meals, guided meditation sessions and yoga classes. Bliss!

Location: 50 Railway Parade, Wentworth Falls

2. Gaia Retreat & Spa, Byron Bay

 

Co-owned by Olivia Newton-John, even Oprah Winfrey has made an appearance at this incredible venue! Gaia Retreat is nestled in the stunning hinterland region of Byron, on a 25-acre lush green property. The focus here is on healing- through a combination of yoga classes, a naturopathic clinic, massage, kinesiology, hypnotherapy, counselling, meditation, and the element that is particularly raved about: food (as appealing looking as it is fresh and healthy)! You can tailor your retreat to suit you- opt in or out of activities, and leave a renewed woman.

Location: 933 Fernleigh Rd, Brooklet 

3. Elysia Health Retreat & Spa, Hunter Valley

 

Hit the reset button! Experience health and wellness at its finest and most elegant at the Elysia Health Retreat and Spa (formerly Golden Door). Disconnect from the pressure, stress and challenges of everyday life and make new routines and learn new skills to take home with you. Experiences include Tai Chi at sunrise, guided walks, deep water running in a heated pool, stretch classes, workshops & spa treatments. Many of the retreats have a specific schedule for you to follow, so this one’s great if you need quite a bit of guidance. You will stay in a stylishly decorated villa overlooking vineyards and the Brokenback Mountain Range.

Location: 165 Thompsons Rd, Pokolbin

4. Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Zoo

 

Swap your partner's snores for the soothing snores of the animal world at Taronga Western Plains Zoo's exclusive overnight retreat in Dubbo, NSW. You will feel a million miles from home when you wake up in the luxurious Savannah View Lodges, nestled on the edge of a vast savannah where giraffe, zebra and antelope roam. Packages booked through the zoo include delicious meals, two day zoo admission and bike hire. Zoofari Lodge is a unique escape for couples - or for the solo mum traveller who is looking for some R & Argh.... 

Find out more about the stunning Zoofari Lodge here.

Location: Obley Rd, Dubbo

5. Blackbird, Byron Bay Hinterland

 

This adult's only retreat an hour and a half out of Byron is the ultimate zen. From the magnesium mineral infinity pool to the champagne and a cheeseboard on arrival. The eco-friendly property is set amongst acres of lush rainforest and you'll have breathtaking views of Cape Byron and the Pacific Ocean. Find out more about Blackbird here.

Location: 210 Frasers Rd, Mullumbimby Creek 

6. Billabong Retreat, Maraylya

 

Mums (and non-mums!) just adore this eco-friendly retreat! A mere 45 minutes from Sydney, at Billabong, you’ll receive an enriching dose of yoga, meditation and mindfulness. You will feel one with nature because the location is natural and earthy, the food is vegetarian, organic and locally sourced, the yoga is utterly transformative, and the new pool is stunning. You can enjoy massages, kinesiology, reiki, private yoga sessions, hypnotherapy in a number of different retreat styles, including the “Stress Management” program. You can stay in your choice of deluxe suites, treehouses, lodges or cottages- by yourself or dorm-style. There is a program to suit every type of person with all kinds of budgets.

Location: 41 Mcclymonts Rd, Maraylya 

7. Lilianfels Resort and Spa, Katoomba

 

Lilianfels is the perfect place to cosy up in winter, as you breathe in the fresh mountain air. You’ll have more freedom here than most retreats, functioning as a hotel more so than a relaxation program. It’s a haven for relaxation with a day spa that is to-die-for. Indulge in massages, facials and body wraps, followed by fine dining at a range of on-site options including high tea in The Lounge, buffet breakfasts at The Orangery or dinner by a fireplace at the hatted Darley’s Restaurant. This retreat is for mums whose idea of R & R involves a glass of red rather than a green smoothie.

Location: 5/19 Lilianfels Ave, Katoomba 

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