Welcome to
Wanderlust Retreat
Located just two hours from the city, this magical bush retreat is in the heart of Darkinjung Country, ancient land bordered by Wollemi and Yengo National Parks.
The Closest, Most Remote Place From Sydney
Multiple Camping Sites
Wanderlust has plenty of options for camping, from secluded bush camps to tipis and cottages, all designed with privacy in mind.
Outdoor Activities
There's lots to do on this 220-acre property – walking trails, caves, bird watching, bush swimming, volleyball and much more.
Nature at its Finest
Wanderlust is teeming with native wildlife, from sugar gliders to honeyeaters, wombats, possums, cockies, rosellas – even koalas.
Camping Sites
Each campsite has been carefully designed to provide seclusion, and all have a dedicated fire pit.
Tipi
We have five tipis available from 16-28 feet in diameter. Some are set for a romantic weekend while others can accommodate entire families.
Cottages
For those who prefer the comfort of a bed, Wanderlust has a range of off-grid cottages, run on solar with a wood stove for winter.
Wide Range of Accommodation
Choose a Package that Suits You
LOVE TIPI 1
Ideal for a romantic getaway
$160/n for 2
Directly overlooking the valley, there’s a 20′ tipi on a 60sqm deck, with outdoor furniture, bbq, Teppanyaki grill/firepit & Spa Bath
Queen bed, bedside table, fairy lights, 12v electric solar system with phone charger
25 Kg Firewood bag included
FAMILY tIPI
Perfect for families!
$200/n 5p
Walking distance from facilities & kids playground
Fits up to 7p ($25/n extra pp over 5p)
Gas BBQ
25kg Firewood bag included
Love Tipi 2
Love Tipi - coming soon
$120/n 2p
Walking distance from facilities & kids playground
Overlooks the Valley and the Facilities
Fits up to 2p
Gas BBQ
25kg Firewood bag included
site 3 + cottage
Two-acre bush meadow + cottage
$120/n*
This site is 200m away from the amenities block, so it is secluded and quiet.
Perfect for a romantic weekend or big groups, you can add guests for camping around the cottage
1 bedroom Cottage, Gas & Teppanyaki BBQ, fireplace..
25Kg Firewood included – BonFire avail
*price for 2. extras $25/adult, $5 kids.
strawbale house
3 Bedroom Strawbale house - fits 9p
$600/n*
100sqm living room
1 bathroom – 2 toilets
Big outdoor living area with jacuzzi, teppanyaki bbq, pizza oven
Dishwasher, washing machine & dryer
Wifi
Glamping site 1
Safari
$140/n*
This site is 200m away from the amenities block, so it is secluded and quiet.
Perfect for a couple : it has a Jacuzzi powered by generator.
Can add a double bed or an extra Safari tent.
25Kg Firewood included
4WD accessible only.
*price for 2. extras $25/adult, $5 kids.
Glamping site 2
Safari 2
$100/n*
Get a bell tent on the site of your choice.
Comes with double bed for 2P.
Possibility to add an extra double bed.
*price for 2. extras $25/adult, $5 kids.
Glamping site 3
Safari 2
$100/n*
This site is 200m away from the amenities block, so it is secluded and quiet.
Perfect for big groups : 1 bedroom Cottage, Teppanyaki BBQ, fireplace..
25Kg Firewood included – BonFire avail
*price for 2. extras $25/adult, $5 kids.
Site 1 - Wallaby
Ideal for families and groups
$25/n pp
Located close to the shared facilities block this site is ideal for families with young kids.
There’s a designated fire pit with the option of a bonfire.
Large site that can easily fit 30p
site 2 - Possum
Ideal for families and groups
$25/n pp
Close to the kitchen and shared facilities block, this site is ideal for families with young kids.
Large site that can fit easily 25pÂ
Possibility to book the family tipi for mixed camping & Glamping experience
site 4 - wombat
Wombat burrows
$25/n pp
Sited 350m from the kitchen and facilities block, this gorgeous site is shared with the wombats! Watch as they amble by…
Can fit 15p
SIte 12 - Dingo
Small site perfect for 6p
$25/n pp
Located 500m from the facilities, this site is surrounded by huge trees giving you a magical experience.
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recommended for up to 6p
site 5 - lyre bird
Lyre Birds
$25/n pp
The lyre bird site is magical – this is where the birds cross the valley, trailing long feathery tails and mimicking the sounds of the bush.
Can fit 10p
site 6 - SECLUDED
Secluded bliss
$120/n 5p
Located 600m from the facilities this block offers secluded bliss, complete with a tipi and portaloo on-site.
Perfect for big groups & sustainable people
Can easily fit 25p
site 7 - GOanna
Front and centre
$25/n pp
This site is directly next to the shared facilities block and ideal for families with young kids.
Can fit 12p
site 8 - GLider
Front and centre
$25/n pp
This site is directly next to the shared facilities block and ideal for families with young kids.Â
Can fit 6p
site 9 - Shady
Perfect for summertime
$25/n pp
200m away from the facilities, this site is surrounded by tall eucalypt, cliffs.
Perfect for summer this site is quite shaded, perfect for hot days!
Can fit 12p
site 10 - cockatoo
Cockatoo
$25/n pp
Perfect for vans/caravans, this site is overlooking the outside valley.Â
Ideally for self contained, or you can take a 800m drive to the facilities.
Big perks of site : amazing wildlife with kangaroos and wallabies cruising around.
Fits 6p
site 11 - eagle nest
Eagle Nest
$25/n pp
150 sqm of grass nested on a plateau overlooking the outside valley where you can just chill and watch the wildlife going on and about.
Ideally for self contained, or you can take a 900m drive to the facilities
Fits 10p
site 13 - HOney Eater
Honey Eater
$25/n pp
Perfect for vans/caravans, this site is overlooking the outside valley.Â
Ideally for self contained, or you can take a 800m drive to the facilities.
Big perks of site : amazing wildlife with kangaroos and wallabies cruising around.
Fits 6p
hilltop camp
4WD access only
$20/night pp
Our exclusive hilltop camp is to be seen to be believed! Get in touch to find out more.
Exclusive Events
Wanderlust Retreat
Exclusive Events
$1500 / night
for 50p, min 2 nights
With this booking you have access to the entire place for up to 50 people (min 2 nights), including the cottage that fits 5P, Tipi that fits 7p. Ideal to make an event without disturbing anybody. (Work shops, Commercial, Team Building, Bdays, Wedding, just a get together without others)
With this package you get a bon fire (depending on fire restrictions), stage, speakers, microphone, extra generator. (You’ll need to bring the mixer for the music – sub allowed till midnight)
You can add up to 150 extra guests for $20/night per extra guest.
Glamping options available at extra cost.
Wanderlust
Exclusive Events 1 Night
$2000 / night
for 50p, 1 night only
With this booking you have access to the entire place for up to 50 people for 1 night (for longer stay please check the other exclusive package), including the cottage that fits 5P. Ideal to make an event without disturbing anybody. (Work shops, Commercial, Team Building, Bdays, Wedding, just a get together without others)
With this package you get a bon fire (depending on fire restrictions), stage, speakers, microphone, extra generator. (You’ll need to bring the mixer for the music – sub allowed till midnight)
You can add up to 150 extra guests for $20/night per extra guest.
Glamping options available at extra cost.
1 Bedroom Cottage
for 5P
$20/night pp
Located close to the shared facilities block this site is ideal for families with young kids.
There’s a designated fire pit with the option of a bonfire, too.
Outdoor Activities
From sports and science to culture and art there's never a dull moment at Wanderlust!
Contact us if you want to know more about any of our amazing activities.
HIKING
Explore Wanderlust's 220 acres on dedicated
hiking trails suitable for all levels of fitness.
STAR GAZING
Gaze at the sparkling constellations of the Southern Hemisphere through a telescope.
ART CAVE
View the story of our family, which adorns the walls of the bush cave in the tradition of Indigenous art.
MULTIFUNCTION SPORTS FIELD
Volleyball, football, badminton, spikeball...
Got another sport? Bring it on!
BUSH SWIMMING
Immerse yourself in nature and swim in our beautiful dam, which collects fresh water from the gulley. We also have a swimming pool in Summer by the communal area.
Pizza Workshop
Learn the ancient art of making pizza and
cook it in a wood-fired oven!
Water Slide
Perfect for kids of all ages (adults too!)
enjoy our 30m water slide to cool down in summer!
Egg Collecting
Perfect for the kids, the chooks and ducks in our
aviary need their eggs collected every day.
Kids Playground
Let the kids loose on our dedicated kids playground, located close to the communal area.
Handmade skincare products
Learn how to make organic skincare with the
founder of acclaimed skincare brand MySkin&I.
Petanque
Enjoy a traditional french game : Petanque!
WIRES Drinking Station
Wait quietly at one of the WIRES drinking stations and witness the array of birds, possums and gliders that come to drink.
4WD GUIDED TOUR
Experience the beautiful country around Wanderlust from the safety and comfort of a 4WD.
Soap Workshop
Make soap from scratch, using natural ingredients and locally sourced fragrances.
NATIONAL PARK EXPLORATION
Yengo and Wollemi National Parks border the property so there are countless bush trails to explore.
HORSE RIDING
Let us book you a horse-ride with our business partners. (to be booked in advance)
SHOOTING RANGE
With a local business - booking in advance and ID will be required (coming soon)
Hot drinks
Enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate and soup from
the
hot drink vending machine.
January 5, 2023
Wanderlust Retreat - SITE 6
Perfect place to unwind and recharge
Site 6 is the best in my opinion – so much privacy! Greeted by friendly caretaker. Beautiful peaceful location, perfect to unwind, relax and rejuvenate.
Facilities were awesome and well maintained! We can’t wait to come back again. Thanks so much for sharing your fabulous place with us.
January 5, 2023
Wanderlust Retreat - SITE 6
Perfect place to unwind & recharge
Site 6 – The best in my opinion, so much privacy! Greeted by friendly caretaker. Beautiful peaceful location, perfect to unwind, relax & rejuvenate. Facilities were awesome and well maintained! We can’t wait to come back again. Thanks so much for sharing your fabulous place with us.January 5, 2023
Wanderlust Retreat - SITE 6
Perfect place to unwind & recharge
Site 6 – The best in my opinion, so much privacy! Greeted by friendly caretaker. Beautiful peaceful location, perfect to unwind, relax & rejuvenate. Facilities were awesome and well maintained! We can’t wait to come back again. Thanks so much for sharing your fabulous place with us.January 5, 2023
Wanderlust Retreat - SITE 6
Perfect place to unwind + recharge
Site 6 – The best in my opinion, so much privacy! Greeted by friendly caretaker. Beautiful peaceful location, perfect to unwind, relax and rejuvenate. Facilities were awesome and well maintained! We can’t wait to come back again. Thanks so much for sharing your fabulous place with us.
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What Guests Say About Us
Nature in all her glory
Ancient trees and sandstone ranges stand sentinel over Darkinjung Country where Wanderlust is located, and hundreds of species of native wildlife call this place home.
Yellow-tailed black cockatoos chatter in the trees, sulphur crested cockies screech from the sky, and gem-coloured rosellas flit through the branches.
From tiny sugar gliders and possums that will eat from your hand, to wombats that trundle through the campsites and roos and wallabies that hang out in mobs on the grass,
Wanderlust is truly a natural sanctuary. It makes it the perfect place to reconnect with nature and offers a much-needed escape from the stress and noise of city life. We've even got domestic ducks and chickens, always a favourite with the kids!
Hiking through the bush, strolling along a nature trail, or simply peacefully sitting and watching the animals in their natural habitats, cuppa in hand
– no matter what you are doing, we know the experience of being a part of nature in all her glory will stay with you forever.
Permaculture and Aviary
We raise chickens, ducks and guinea fowl for the eggs and to provide natural fertiliser for our extensive permaculture gardens, so you can buy free-range eggs and veggies on site.
National Parks
With Wollemi and Yengo National Parks on the doorstep, there are thousands of acres of pristine bushland to be explored. We know some incredible spots: just ask.
