Private romantic retreats in the Yarra Valley
Somewhere between the vineyards and the top of the ridge, the plans start to change.
Kangaroo Ridge Retreat offers private mountain retreats above Healesville, about an hour from Melbourne. The valley is below, the ranges are beyond, and there is open sky over all of it.
Pack an overnight bag. Two nights is best. The larder is stocked with regional produce, the wine fridge is filled with local favourites and the balcony gives you good reason to take your time getting to know them.
A snapshot of your stay
Who’s it for
Up to two adults. No children or pets.
Arrive and leave
Check-in from 4pm.
Check out at 11am.
Minimum stay
Two nights or more is best. Single nights for Monday to Wednesday check-ins.
Rates
From $650 per night, including breakfast and the larder.
In every retreat
Mountain views, floor to ceiling windows, a balcony, a spa-bath with bath salts and fireplace.Â
The larder
Regional produce for grazing and meals.Â
The wine bar
More than thity local wines, spirits, beer and cider at cellar door prices. Charged seperately.Â
Getting here
About one hour from Melbourne CBD and Melbourne Airport. Parking at your door.Â
What's already here
You came for a break. The details are taken care of.
The larder
Regional produce for meals, grazing and slow mornings, with an Italian Night In included in our core stays.
In every retreat
Floor-to-ceiling windows open up the view, giving you the sense that you have the ridge entirely to yourself. A spa with bath salts ready, a balcony overlooking the valley and a fireplace for the cooler nights, outside fire season.
In-retreat wine bar
More than thirty wines, spirits, beer, cider and liqueurs, all at cellar door prices. Help yourself when the mood takes you, with drinks charged separately.
Two nights on the ridge
4PM
Arrive
Park at your door, drop the back, open the balcony doors. The view does the rest.
EVENING
BBQ on the balcony
Ingredients and recipe cards are waiting in the larder. Add on the optional BBQ and open something form the wine bar.
AFTER DARK
Spa and stars
BAths salts are ready. Add a guided stargazing evening if the sky allows.
MORNING
Boots off
Coffee on the balcony. Nobody is checking the itinery.
BEFORE AM
Or stay
Tratment: another night.
Find your perfect retreat stay
Packages for couples and solo travellers
Signature Stay
Plans by day and some alone time with the views in the evening. A balanced stay of exploration and ridge time.Â
From $650 per night
Relax Stay
Head for the hills, switch off and recharge with some pampering without leaving the retreats.
From $735 per night
Explore
For curious folk looking to find out what the big deal is with the Yarra Valley with a tour included.
From $1442.50 per night
Solo Stay
Find your rhythm and reconnect with yourself lost in the sights and sounds of the ridge. A gift to yourself.Â
From $850 per night
The Ridge Effect (n.)
The tendency of guests to arrive with a plan and revise it on contact with the view. Observed phenomena: slower walking, lower shoulders, reduced interest in the itinerary. Onset: typically on arrival. Intensity varies with weather.
Treatment: another night.
We had planned to go out but then just stayed in. We did not want to leave, everything we wanted was all here.
You may have a plan. The ridge may have other ideas.
If your plan still stands, we can help bring it together. And if there’s room for a few suggestions, a massage at your retreat, a balloon flight over the valley or a private evening of stargazing might find its way onto the list.
Explore the extras below and book ahead to make them part of your stay.
Out in the valley
Tours and sanctuary tickets
Night time stargazing
A guided evening under the stars, subject to weather and availability.
For the body
Massages, private yoga and sound healing sessions
In the air
Balloon flights over the valley
Special arrivals
At the table
A private chef
Give a night on the ridge
Vouchers for weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, delivered to your inbox.
Looking after the ridge
The bush is the point, so we look after it. Solar power and battery storage run the ridge. Rainwater is captured, stored and treated, waste is sorted and composted, and a small herd of goats helps manage weeds and bushfire fuel loads.
That care extends to what’s on the table. The larder and wine bar draw on local and regional producers, keeping spending close to home and giving you a taste of the valley beyond the view.
Holding both EcoStar credentials and an official four-star tier classification, Kangaroo Ridge Retreat blends sustainable practices with premium hospitality standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it Adults-Only?
Yes, Kangaroo Ridge Retreat is Adults-only. Each private retreat only has room for two adults. Little ones (whether on two legs or four), must find their own adventures elsewhere.
What is included in the Larder and Wine-bar?
The larder is a seasonal, ever-changing selection of local produce that is included in our Signature, Relax, Solo and Explore stays. It includes cheeses, soft drinks, olives, chips, cookies, pasta and deli meats. It is enough for small meals, tapas style snacks on the balcony.
The wine bar is a curated selection of Yarra Valley wines, ciders, spirits and craft beers all at cellar door prices. Our licence means you cannot BYO your own drinks.
How far away is it from Melbourne?
We are about one hour out from Melbourne CBD and Melbourne Airport.
What time is check-in and check out?
Check in is from 4pm. Check out is at 11am.
What is the minimum stay?
Kangaroo Ridge Retreat is an experience best spread over two nights or more. Single nights are currently available for check-ins on Monday to Wednesday.
Do you have accessibility information?
We have an accessibility guide that provides further details about our retreats for people who have accessibility needs.
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Awards
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Planning your stay?
Wurundjeri Country
38 Turners Lane
Healesville, Vic, 3777 Australia
Healesville
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