The Woodlands Retreat is such a special place. Tucked away through a gap in the trees, the driveway takes you to the most beautiful hillside with the retreat enjoying unique views of the mountains on the opposite hilltop. The garden (acres and acres of land) is a haven for birds and kangaroos, and we spotted plenty of eagles from our view on the verandah.
The home itself is luxuriously kitted out, with everything and more that we could need for a comfortable stay...including a hot tub with the phenomenal view. We had plans to do lots of hikes whilst we were here but it took a lot to move us from the verandah chairs enjoying the cheese and wine provided by Jim!
Although the Woodlands Retreat feels completely remote, there is a good Thai cafe five minutes away and Mount Barker with all the amenities is only 20 minutes away (all by car). There are also plenty of walking trails and a conservation area.
We loved our stay at the Woodlands Retreat and wish we could have enjoyed that view for longer!