Facilities to support your rest

Set within six secluded acres of trees, gardens and lawns in Port Stephens, our spaces are designed for gentle use at your own pace. Read by the lagoon pool, share a quiet meal on the verandah, sit under a tree, or watch the fire glow as the stars come out. Privacy and calm guide every choice, with a maximum of seven guests on site at any time.

The sanctuary

Our facilities

Each part of the property invites you to rest in your own way. There is no schedule and no expectation — only space to pause, wander, or simply be.

Lagoon pool

Stretch out with a book, sip a cool drink, or take an unhurried dip. Many women simply rest by the water and let the afternoon pass.

Gardens, lawns and lilypond

Wander the grounds, pause by the water lily dam, or find a quiet nook under the trees for journaling or stillness. The night sky is clear here, and stargazing is part of the experience.

Outdoor fire pit

Sit with a cuppa as the fire settles into embers. Share a few words with another guest, or keep the time to yourself.

Dining settings

All meals are provided. You can join others at the table, eat in your room, or sit outside on the verandah or by the pool. You decide what feels right for you each day.

Quiet corners

Throughout the property there are calm, comfortable spaces for journaling, reading, solitude, or gentle connection with others, however you’d like to spend your time.

Workshop studio

A stand alone studio sits just a few steps from the main house. It is a comfortable, light space for yoga, meditation, group work or quiet reflection, with a kitchenette, bathroom and AV equipment.

Choose how you spend your time

Sleep in, do nothing at all, or find a quiet corner of the grounds. There is no schedule here, no expectation, and nothing you need to be ready for.

Swim, read or rest by the pool

The lagoon pool is yours to use whenever you like. Bring a book, float quietly, or simply sit by the water and let the stillness settle.

Walk to the water lily dam

A gentle walk through the property leads to the water lily dam, a calm and private spot to sit by the water and take a quiet moment for yourself.

Spend a quiet moment with the horses

Our friendly neighbouring horses love a gentle pat or scratch, offering another peaceful way to slow down and connect with the moment.

Share a meal or keep to yourself

Meals are provided and can be shared on the verandah with other guests, or enjoyed privately in your room, by the pool, or wherever feels right.

A space for you

Who this is for

Women looking for a calm, emotionally safe place to rest and reconnect. This includes women navigating grief, burnout, exhaustion or overwhelm, and women who simply need time away from daily life.

The Sanctuary is built around choice, comfort and gentle pacing, so you can use each space in the way that feels right for you.

Your comfort, always

Emotional safety in every space

Everything here is designed to feel calm, supportive and low-pressure. You decide whether you join others by the pool or take quiet time in the gardens.

The environment is compassionate and supportive, never clinical, and privacy is respected at all times. With a maximum of seven guests on site, there is space to breathe.

Take the next step

Ready to explore a stay?

If you feel the Sanctuary could support you, we invite you to get in touch. We will answer your questions gently and clearly, so you can decide in your own time.

Common questions about the facilities

How many guests are on site at once?

We host a maximum of seven guests at any time. This keeps the environment calm, private and unhurried.

Are meals included?

Yes. All meals are provided. You can dine with other guests on the verandah, outside by the pool, or privately in your room.

Is there a pool?

Yes. A lagoon-style pool where you can swim, read, float quietly or simply rest by the water.

Can I spend time on my own here?

Yes. You are welcome to sleep in, journal, sit under a tree, wander to the water lily dam or do nothing at all. There is no expectation to participate in anything.

How do I get to the Sanctuary?

We are around a two-hour drive from Sydney and Newcastle Airport is approximately 25 minutes away.