What our guests say
Your loving care, nurturing environment, nourishing meals and luxurious accommodation have worked their magic. I now feel rested, focused and wake up each morning with a new energy.
I am particularly appreciative that you made extra time for me. The decision to stay for my own needs was a whole new experience for me. I am deeply grateful that. You have created something truly special.
It gave me time to stop and be. I had nothing to worry about except for feeling and processing my emotions.
I was able to recharge my batteries after exhaustion from looking after someone. I am very grateful for a supported stay.
I felt so cared for. It was just what I needed.
The comforting food, the warm company – Janine is amazing, the beautiful calm space.
I could talk when I wanted to and leave to stay in my room – whatever I needed. I set aside me-time & just cried over things I haven’t allowed myself to cry about for 5 years – it restored my soul, and I could release things.
I desperately needed to STOP and have everything taken care of for me. Staying at the Sanctuary was a perfect balance of support while respecting my need for alone time.
OMG, best lasagne I’ve ever eaten! Would return just for this!
A safe and supportive environment that was warm and inviting. I loved the quietness, and the spontaneous conversations were so helpful.
I enjoyed the peace and quiet and not having to deal with people. Each conversation with the Live-in Manager helped me make more sense of my reactions.
I enjoyed being outdoors and just breathing – watching the ducks, horses and rabbits. Loved waking up to the chirpy birds.
Spending time alone walking the beautiful grounds, sitting by the pond and at the firepit  was a balm for my nerves.
The wholesome warm food was delicious. I appreciated that I didn’t have to socialise when I didn’t want to and loved being curled up in bed or soaking in the bath.
A peaceful place to rest, relax, unwind.
I arrived a total mess and left feeling far less anxious and out of control.Â
Thank you for encouraging me to listen to my body and what it needs. I thought I would write and go for walks, but instead slept and cried and slept and cried. I could feel the stress start to settle.
Claiming space away from my stressful situation gave me time to reflect on my past and present choices, and I now have a new confidence to trust my gut more. Being at the Sanctuary calmed my nervous system right down.
It was so helpful, can I stay forever!?! I did lots of processing and am returning home feeling FAR less anxious.
I could talk when I wanted to and leave to stay in my room – whatever I needed. I set aside me-time and just cried over things I haven’t allowed myself to cry about for 5 years – it restored my soul and I could release things.