Winter brings with it an increased desire to focus on ourselves, which makes a winter wellness retreat the ideal opportunity to prioritise rest, reset your nervous system and feel rejuvenated upon return home.
Unwind at this rainforest retreat on 10 acres of lush rainforest surroundings and vineyard views. Unlock nourishing stillness through whole food, yoga, meditation and kinesiology sessions.
Piaf Day Spa
Piaf Day Spa in Yarra Valley is an eco-conscious oasis. Its tranquil ambiance and expert therapists ensure guests leave feeling rejuvenated; Piaf offers premium Australian (Waterlily) and French (Algologie) products for relaxation and rejuvenation – the ideal blend for romantic getaways with loved ones or spa experiences with friends alike! Piaf offers treatments suitable to any individual or couple’s needs – there’s sure to be something perfect here for all your spa needs.
Day spas offer an ideal way to unwind and de-stress, particularly during the colder winter months. Booking your appointment early ensures you will secure the date and time that fits best, either directly with them or through their website. Some spas even provide packages which combine treatments with several hours of use of their facilities as well as food or drinks!
Yarra Valley offers an idyllic spa getaway, boasting world-renowned wineries. As well as exquisite beverages, there are several excellent local restaurants and delis offering tasty food and drinks; additionally you can take a ride aboard Puffing Billy (Australia’s oldest heritage steam railway)!
Take time out for yourself at Piaf Day Spa, set among 10 acres of lush rainforest. Offering beauty and relaxation therapies for over 10 years, its qualified therapists use premium Australian (Waterlily) and French skincare products free from chemical additives for an unparalleled spa experience.
Piaf Spa will pamper you from head to toe – from soothing massages to indulgent facials – with professional staff who strive to ensure you experience true luxury in each experience. They use cutting-edge hair, skin, and nail techniques for maximum relaxation and rejuvenation of body and soul. Open Monday to Saturday for rejuvenation services that restore and refresh body and soul, the team at Piaf is open 7 days per week offering numerous treatment options that ensure natural, healthy beauty is celebrated!
Jackalope Hotel
Jackalope Hotel provides the ideal setting to recharge and reset this winter, offering luxurious escape from urban living with an extensive list of wellness treatments available as well as an inviting spa. Spend an unforgettable weekend away from everyday stressors here!
Merricks North Hotel on Melbourne’s Mornington Peninsula lies one hour southeast of Melbourne. Surrounded by vineyards and rustic B&Bs, its design is both bold and adventurous – providing guests with a holistic experience by blending an ethereal aesthetic with quirky elements such as its 7m tall Jackalope sculpture.
This luxurious boutique hotel, nestled amid towering Mountain Ash and Yarra River vines, provides rooms with picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. Rooms have been designed for relaxation with flat screen TVs, Bose bluetooth speakers, tea and St Ali coffee made by St. Ali as well as custom Tom Dixon amenity kits; suites also include kitchenettes and private wine cellars.
Jackalope Tours and Tastings provide tours and tastings designed to allow those interested in discovering the region to explore it fully. Incorporating mindfulness activities like meditation, yoga and Reiki healing sessions into their offerings. In addition, Jackalope offers massages and body treatments with their signature massage combining Swedish and deep tissue techniques along with an optional foot soak in Willow Creek wine – it makes an experienceful visit even more unforgettable!
The hotel stands out among its surroundings with its towering charred-timber structure and arresting art. Two restaurants under Chef Guy Stanaway feature degustation menus. Flaggerdoot (a play on “jackalope”, which refers to groups of jackalopes) provides an inviting space with contemporary art pieces as well as quirky touches like an electric blue billiard table.
Hotel guests can also take advantage of a private 30m black infinity pool that overlooks vines. A geode-like pavilion houses its spa services which focus on rejuvenating mind, body, and soul – with massages, facials, body scrubs, sauna, detox programs available at this spa and staff to assist guests with finding suitable treatments to meet their specific needs.
Sutherland Estate
Experience a winter retreat to break free from gloom and recharge your energy reserves. Winter’s natural introspection can help shed unhelpful patterns and heal emotional wounds, so retreats offer safe environments in which to explore these emotions with support from a professional team. Through journaling, group discussions, mindfulness practices, or any combination thereof you may gain new insights into yourself as well as tools and strategies to deal with difficult feelings.
An idyllic Yarra Valley retreat can help you unwind and recharge. While here, you can participate in wellness activities and indulge in healthy dining choices – hiking, cycling and spa treatments are among the many activities available for participation, as are yoga, meditation and Reiki healing sessions. Your stay can range from one or multiple day retreats depending on what suits you best!
The Yarra River, also known by its Wurundjeri name Birrarung, has an ancient past in Melbourne’s west. Once serving as lifeblood for indigenous communities living along its waters, today it serves as a popular recreational area both locally and tourists. A great spot to spend the day or weekend, its scenic backdrop offers great photo opps while shopping is always great fun; don’t forget its native inhabitants like Koalas and Echidnas too!
Yarra Valley offers couples looking for an ideal retreat destination and health improvement destination, an idyllic opportunity for them to reconnect and improve their health together. There are various retreats offering romantic packages specifically for couples such as The Balinese Retreat near Melbourne in the Dandenong Ranges; its tropical paradise provides relaxing amenities.
Sabijn Linssen founded Women’s Retreat company Retreat Here in 2017. At her Yarra Valley retreat, Sabijn offers a balanced program of yoga and Pilates classes, wellness workshops, Reiki healing sessions, as well as private cinema screenings. There’s also a library den, solar heated pool and stunning bush walks perfect for morning walks!
Fook Shing
If you’re seeking to rejuvenate both body and mind this winter, a wellness retreat could be just what’s needed. Not only can they offer fitness-related activities but also transformational spa services and culinary treats; leaving feeling renewed with the opportunity to make positive lifestyle changes.
Fook Shing was an influential figure in Melbourne’s Chinatown during colonial expansion during the early 19th century, where his life as a police officer was marked by challenges such as anti-Chinese sentiment. Yet, despite an impressive record, Fook was never promoted beyond detective third class status despite numerous accolades; yet his achievements often became obscured by scandalous allegations or speculations. This image originally appeared as an illustration in London Graphic newspaper that highlighted Fook and other notable Victorian society members; today it can be found freely available as part of Wikimedia Commons.
An excellent night of restful sleep is vital to the balance of your nervous system. At a winter wellness retreat, you can prioritize restful slumber to allow your body to heal from daily stresses. Winter retreats also provide an idyllic environment conducive to exploring your inner landscape through mindfulness workshops or meditative practices.
Harnessing Movement
Winter retreats often focus on harnessing movement’s transformative powers by including tailored movement practices. These could include gentle stretching, restorative yoga poses and mindful movements designed to build inner strength and resilience. Furthermore, wellness retreats in winter often offer seasonal farm-to-table cuisine which contains lots of essential vitamins and nutrients which may boost immunity.
If you’re seeking a relaxing and rejuvenating retreat this winter, look no further. These spa-like destinations specialize in holistic healing and nourishment to rejuvenate mind, body and soul – with spa services, healthful cuisine and activities such as hiking or kayaking to add to the rejuvenating benefits. Soak up some sun while indulgent spa treatments are applied!