Wanderlust Retreat

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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

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Multiple Camping Sites

Wanderlust has plenty of options for camping, from secluded bush camps to tipis and cottages, all designed with privacy in mind.

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Outdoor Activities

There's lots to do on this 220-acre property – walking trails, caves, bird watching, bush swimming, volleyball and much more.

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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

From swags beneath the stars to glamping in luxury, we've got every camping option covered.
Check below for the various options.

Choose a Package that Suits You

Tipi overlooking the Valley

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

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

Two-acre bush meadow + cottage

$600/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.

Glamping site 2

Two-acre bush meadow + cottage

$600/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 25p 

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.

 

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. 

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. 

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

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

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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.

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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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Testimonials

What Guests Say About Us

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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.

Wildlife

Take a moment to slow down and and enjoy the rhythm of the bush and all the native wildlife that calls this place home.