4 unforgettable getaways in the Shoalhaven

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While every detail has been carefully thought out, you can choose to join the planned itinerary or take time to rest depending on what feels more restorative for you. Can’t manage a multi-day retreat? Stand Tall’s Day Retreats are the perfect circuit breaker for a busy schedule. Experience a rejuvenating day of self-care, movement and nourishment for the body, mind and soul!

Looking for a getaway that feels like a deep breath for your soul? Perhaps an escape to a 27-acre wellness retreat in the Shoalhaven is in order? Jervis Bay’s, Bay and Bush offers just this, specialising in wellness and lifestyle retreats designed to make you forget all about life outside of your current surroundings.

With 8 cosy cabins to choose from you can of course opt to plan your own getaway and stay in one of the cute cottages busying yourself with swims in the turquoise waters of Jervis Bay, inhouse spa treatments and venturing to the nearby town of Huskisson for some of the best dining experiences in the Shoalhaven. Or you can take advantage of one of the many retreat and activity options that include yoga, stargazing, art workshops and kayaking.

This peaceful bush retreat is perfect for a ‘choose your own adventure’ getaway. Paperbark Camp is ideally located in Jervis Bay, and you’ll stay in an African safari-inspired canvas tent set amongst magical eucalyptus and paperbark trees. Let the tranquil sounds of the bush lull you into a state of deep relaxation over as many nights as you feel you need.

You may choose to stay close to home – reading a book on your deck’s daybed, ordering an in-tent massage or soaking in the freestanding tub from your open air ensuite in between siestas. Or you may use the tranquil property as a base to explore the wonders of Jervis Bay – wandering the award-winning national parks, taking a whale watching cruise and immersing yourself in the cooling ocean waves at one of the stunning local beaches.

However you choose to spend your time, a stay at Paperbark Camp is sure to be entirely unforgettable and wholeheartedly uplifting.

If you’re someone who loves the appeal of nature but likes to admire it comfortably, a stay at Bangalay Luxury Villas might be the perfect option for you. As the name suggests, the 16 private villas have been intentionally designed with luxury at the forefront, inviting guests to fully embrace the slower paced lifestyle for which the coast is known.

For some, simply soaking up the sun on your private deck before dining at the onsite restaurant is bliss, but for those craving more you can enhance your stay with an in-house massage or yoga and meditation session.

Bangalay are also proud promoters of the region, partnering with nearby operators to offer a wide range of experiences to make sure you get the most out of your getaway. Horse riding and surfing are popular choices and for those who don’t mind a morning round of golf, you’ll be perfectly situated to hit the nearby course.