Host your yoga, wellness or creative retreat
King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre is a place where nature holds space for rest, renewal, and reconnection. Nestled on the northern slopes of the Pennyroyal Valley and surrounded by ancient trees and whispering bushland, our retreat venue feels a world away, yet it’s just two hours from Melbourne and one hour from Geelong.
Set on 196 acres of pristine Otway forest, the property offers peace and seclusion in a landscape that feels sacred. Many retreat facilitators speak of the land’s unique energy, the sense of stillness, clarity, and connection that arises while walking beneath towering eucalypts, sitting beside the fern-lined creek, or witnessing kangaroos grazing at dusk.
Whether you’re planning a yoga, meditation, wellness, leadership or creative retreat, King Parrot offers an inspiring canvas to create meaningful experiences.
Stay and nourish
Our five self-contained cottages range from cosy one-bedroom hideaways to spacious four-bedroom dwellings that sleep up to 10 guests. Each features polished timber interiors, private outdoor space, and a warm, rustic elegance that blends seamlessly with the natural surroundings.
The adjacent lodge offers three king bedrooms, a generous lounge and dining area, a commercial kitchen, and private outdoor entertaining space — perfect as a central hub for group connection.
All linen and towels are provided. Retreat hosts are welcome to arrange their own catering teams or explore nearby dining options in Birregurra, Lorne, or at local wineries and seasonal farms.
Retreat hall and gathering space
Our 10m x 8m hall opens to panoramic views across the Pennyroyal Valley, with five bi-fold doors that invite the outside in. The space comfortably accommodates up to 20 yoga mats and can also be set up for group workshops, meditation, sound healing, or creative sessions.
Step outside to the expansive deck and take in uninterrupted views from dawn to sunset — a serene backdrop for breathwork, morning tea, or quiet reflection.
Onsite activities and nature connection
Guests are welcome to explore much of the 196-acre property, including bushwalking tracks that wind through diverse terrain — from open gum forest to lush rainforest gullies. One trail follows Aquila Creek through a fern-filled gully to a peaceful waterfall, framed by trees that are hundreds of years old.
The land is alive with wildlife: kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, frogs, native birds, and lizards are common visitors. Our resident horses, donkeys, cows, alpacas, and sheep add a gentle farm stay touch.
In the warmer months, guests can enjoy the saltwater pool or relax in a hammock under the trees.
King Parrot also has an infrared sauna available for bookings. Ice baths can be arranged by request and offer a revitalising contrast for those seeking deep restoration.
A designated fire pit in front of the lodge is available during fire-safe months — a beautiful spot to gather and stargaze. Firewood is provided for retreat groups upon request.
For retreat organisers seeking a deeper connection to nature, Karyn — a certified guide with the International Nature and Forest Therapy Alliance (INFTA) — offers immersive forest bathing experiences on the property. Her sessions complement yoga and wellness retreats beautifully, helping guests to slow down, open their senses, and tune into the healing power of the forest.
To learn more or book a guided Forest Therapy walk, visit naturetherapywithkaryn.com
Massage Room
A secluded massage room set among the trees is available to hire for the weekend for $150. Located just 100 metres from the lodge and hall, it provides a peaceful, private space ideal for bodywork, energy healing, or one-on-one treatments.
Retreat hosts are welcome to bring their own practitioner or select from our list of trusted local massage and wellness therapists. Bath sheets can be hired at $4.50 each if needed.
A peaceful and respectful environment
To preserve the tranquillity of the valley and respect all guests and neighbouring properties, loud music is not permitted during retreats unless the entire site is booked exclusively and prior approval is arranged.
Ready to plan your retreat?
We’d love to help bring your vision to life. For pricing, availability, and a full list of inclusions, please get in touch.
Our retreat package includes access to our trusted local supplier list, featuring experienced caterers, massage therapists, photographers, and more — making it easy to create a seamless and memorable retreat experience.
Contact us or visit www.kingparrot.com.au to learn more.
Reviews
We hosted a Yoga and Wine Retreat at King Parrot Cottages last weekend and absolutely loved our stay. The lodge with hall formed the perfect setting for a yoga studio ‘feel’ and the views are truly stunning. All 12 retreat guests equally loved it, and we can’t wait to retreat here again for our April yoga getaway. Also, Nicole – the owner – was incredibly helpful and quick to respond to all email queries. Highly recommend!
– Retreat HereI can highly recommend King Parrot Cottages if you are planning a yoga retreat! The nature around you is lush, the venue a beautiful designed & comfortable, great yoga shala where you can put up to 20 mats out, lots of activities around you can plan and….. AMAZING hosts! Nothing was too much I asked, prompt services & replies and Nicole & Maggie are absolute superstars! We will be back! Ps. Kitchen was recently renovated and our chef was absolutely happy with equipment!
– StephanieKP is a truly special location. Nicole and the team couldn’t have done more to help my first yoga retreat run super smoothly! My yogis were blown away with the accommodation and connection to nature and the land. We’ll be back. Nearby activities: So much to do… walks in nature, watching the wildlife, swimming, games room, yabbying, fishing… sunrise watching!
– JenniferWe recently hosted a 5 day, intensive meditation retreat at King Parrot and absolutely loved it! The location is stunning and provided the perfect setting for participants to relax, unwind and connect with nature – the views and the animals never got old. From an organiser’s perspective, the venue had the perfect balance of private and communal spaces which made group practice, discussion and meal times very easy and enjoyable while also allowing for guests to take time for quiet reflection. Will definitely be back to run another retreat here! Thanks so much to the KP team for being so wonderful to deal with and for all you did to make this such a smooth stay.
– Julia