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The Eco Retreat
A Nature Retreat on the Surf Coast Victoria
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A nature-based, holistic retreat for community well-being, creative arts & ecology in Boonah on the Surf Coast, Victoria.
Tucked into 70 acres of undulating land in Boonah, Victoria, The Eco Retreat is a living, breathing sanctuary for remembering our place in the web of life. Nestled where ancient forests meet the coastline, just two hours from Melbourne, this wild place helps you to slow down, breathe, and listen deeply to the natural world.
Here, we inspire regenerative living and leadership with retreats, creative arts and ecology practices and programs. Whether you're seeking healing in the wilderness, interested in your own earth steward project or being involved in community volunteering in the organic garden and land for wildlife reach out and connect.
Holistic Retreats & Gatherings
Immerse yourself in the ancient rhythms of the Otways. Step away from daily busyness and business-as-usual to invite the restorative energy of the wild in. Through nature-based mindfulness, ecotherapy, The Work That Reconnects, and expressive arts, our retreats, women’s circles, and online Earth Stewards program offers space to pause and renew. Awaken your true nature, and return to your life inspired to live and lead with deep care for yourself, your community, and the Earth.


Our Vision
Remembering our true nature.
We believe that by listening deeply and attending to our relationship with local place and community, we can awaken our cultures connection to the living web of life and help inspire a groundswell of regenerative living and leadership.
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Online Programs
Bring the wild sanctuary into your everyday world. You don’t need to travel far to reconnect. Discover the gentle art and practical science of nature-based mindfulness, ecotherapy, The Work That Reconnects, and regenerative leadership, right from your own garden, local park, or doorstep.

Slow Acres
Tales of soil, season, and sanctuary.
Welcome to Slow Acres, Marion's running journal of nature and life at Boonah farm.



















