Personal Retreats to Rest, Reset and Restore
Flexible stays for women needing time away from stress, overwhelm or exhaustion with the option to simply rest or join a guided experience.
A place to come when everything feels like too much and you need space to reset.
Trusted by hundreds of women seeking rest, clarity and support.
Private and small group stays available
Women come to Women’s Healing Sanctuary for different reasons
Some choose to attend a guided experience.
Others come simply to step away from daily pressures, rest, and spend time in a calm, supportive environment.
Whether structured or self-guided, a stay at the Sanctuary offers space to reset, recover from stress and overwhelm, and begin to feel more steady, clear and like yourself again.
A place to rest, reset and restore
There is no expectation to follow a schedule.
Time here can be as simple as slowing down, spending time in nature, resting deeply, or giving yourself space to think clearly without interruption.
You might spend your time walking the grounds, sitting quietly with a book, or simply allowing your body and mind to slow down.
For many women, this change of environment is where things begin to shift — mentally, emotionally and physically.
When Might A Stay Help
Many women arrive unsure of what they need only knowing they can’t continue at the same pace.
Women often come to the Sanctuary when they are:
- feeling overwhelmed or mentally exhausted
- experiencing ongoing stress or burnout
- needing space to think clearly or make decisions
- navigating grief, loss or significant life changes
- finding it difficult to rest or switch off
A short stay can provide the distance and environment needed to reset, regain clarity, and feel more in control again.
What women often notice during a stay
While every experience is different, many women begin to notice changes within a short stay:
- improved sleep and deeper rest
- a calmer, more settled nervous system
- clearer thinking and decision making
- feeling less overwhelmed and more in control
These shifts often begin simply by stepping out of the usual environment and into a space designed for rest and recovery.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or exhausted, you’re welcome to enquire about a stay.
Guided Retreats and Experiences
Throughout the year, we host a small number of guided retreats and facilitated experiences.
These offer additional support through structured sessions, group connection and expert facilitation — while still allowing space for rest and reflection.
If you’re looking for a more structured experience, you can explore our workshops and programs here.
A supportive, private environment
Women’s Healing Sanctuary is a small, private space designed to feel safe, calm and welcoming.
With limited guest numbers, each stay allows for:
- quiet, uninterrupted rest
- Â sense of privacy and space
- connection with others, if and when it feels right
- a supportive environment without pressure or expectation
There is no need to arrive with a plan, just a willingness to take time for yourself.
Additional Services
Additional services are available to support your stay, should you wish to include them.
Massage
Massages are available by appointment. Or book ahead via email with Relax with Kate.
Yoga & Meditation
Private yoga and meditation sessions can be arranged (subject to availability).
Day Spa Treatments
Add a little luxury to your stay with a mobile day spa treatment from Ocean Spa Collective. Conditions apply.
Transport & Transfers
Located just 25mins from Newcastle airport, train or bus terminal, accessible by transfers.
Enquire About A Stay
If things have been feeling heavy, overwhelming, or difficult to manage, taking time away can make a meaningful difference.
You don't need to have it all figured out before you arrive.
Access A Stay
Through our Angel Sponsorship Program, some women are supported to access a stay when they may not otherwise be able to.
If cost feels like a barrier, you’re welcome to reach out to learn more about available support.
Gift A Stay
If you know someone who may benefit from time away, gift vouchers are available.
A stay at the Sanctuary can be a meaningful way to support someone through a difficult time.
Emotional or physical exhaustion can occur when we are focused on caring for others, or due to prolonged stress, and the trauma it causes can often go unnoticed for a long time.