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What our guests say

My stay was just perfect. Janine’s intuitive and graceful support is amazing. I would recommend to anyone who needs some gentle and non-judgemental time away. Nothing was too much trouble and my stay exceeded my expectations.

Honestly, this was such a blessing! The peaceful environment was wonderful, the space to do nothing at all, or something you just felt like doing (walking, reading, chatting, swimming) with no timetable or pressure. 

I came here to rest and recharge and my needs were met in abundance. It was exactly what I needed, a space to rest and just be.

Everything was beyond my expectations…the beauty, tranquility, nurturing, Janine holding space for everyone.

AMAZING!! I felt accepted, nourished, and cared for. Most importantly I did not feel monitored. What a relief!

I have never felt more relaxed and for the first time ever, I was given everything I needed to do so! You have struck the perfect balance.

When I first came here I was feeling depleted, lost and depressed. Through your nurturing, support, wisdom and kindness, I am leaving as a stronger, more resilient version of myself.

I now feel rested, nurtured and ready to step into the next chapter of my life with confidence. I’m leaving with a new sense of self worth and a deep gratitude for all you’ve done for me.

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. 

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.