Wildhaven
Reconnect. Restore. Rewild.
Holistic Retreat in The Otways, Victoria.
Step away from the noise of everyday life and return to what matters most: your inner peace, your creativity and connection to nature, and community.
Nestled in the heart of the Otways Victoria, just 2 hours from Melbourne, Wildhaven is a soulful sanctuary where eco-community living, mindfulness meditation retreat, meets creativity and deep exploration on what it means to be alive today. On the sacred lands of the Wadawurrung people, nestled between the coastal and bush landscapes of Victoria’s Surf Coast. This is your invitation to reclaim sacred time and space to reconnect—with yourself, with nature, and with a like-minded community of seekers.
Welcoming individuals and couples from all walks of life, through a carefully curated journey, you’ll be gathering to nourish your mind, body, and spirit. Experience the restorative power of nature connection, tap into embodied wisdom, and reignite your sense of creative expression, self-discovery, belonging and wonder. Leave feeling balanced, inspired, and deeply renewed—carrying this transformation far beyond the retreat.
🌸 What Awaits You?
🧘♀️ Mindfulness & Guided Meditation
Slow down, breathe deeply, and come home to the present moment with experienced mindfulness meditation teachers.
🚶♀️ Nature Walks & Eco-Therapy Experiences
Rewild your spirit with gentle nature immersion, sit spots, walks, ritual and eco-therapy practices.
💆♀️ Massage & Relaxation Therapies
Release muscle tension, soften into deep restoration with nourishing body therapies.
🏡 Eco-Luxe Accommodation at Wildhaven
Stay in beautiful, sustainably built cabins, and shared community spaces that blend luxury with wild nature.
✨ Holistic Workshops & Creative Expression
Explore personal growth and creativity in inspiring, supportive sessions that empower courage, kindness and wise action.
🥗 Farm-to-Table Plant-Based Meals
Nourish your body with fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced vegetarian delights.
💚 Why Join Us?
- Feel deeply rested and replenished
- Rediscover your connection with the natural world
- Meet like-minded souls in an intimate, supportive setting
- Take time to pause, reflect, and nurture your wellbeing and creativity
- Leave with practical tools to sustain balance in daily life
- Form meaningful connections with a heart centred community
Wildhaven is more than a retreat — it’s a homecoming.
Retreat Overview
Theme: Rewilding the Soul: A Journey of Mindfulness, Nature, and Creative Renewal
Audience: Practitioners, leaders, professionals and creatives looking to recharge, connect with nature, and spark inspiration.
Location: King Parrot Retreat, The Otways.
Duration: 24th October - 27th October, 2025
Early Bird Special $150 discount if you register before June 30th (not including camping). Use Code Early Eagle Special
Wildhaven Retreat Highlights:
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Mindfulness Meditation Retreat: Led by experienced facilitators from Eastern and Western wisdom traditions, you’ll be guided though mindful breathing, walking, inquiry and relaxation and mindful movement to cultivate inner calm and insight.
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Nature Therapy: Explore and immerse yourself in the beauty of the local bush wilderness and coast, engage in nature-connection and ecology practices, circles and ritual, and learn how to deepen your relationship with the wild natural world.
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Wholesome, Nourishing Meals: Relish locally sourced, organic vegetarian meals prepared with care to support your wellbeing, health and energy throughout the retreat.
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Spiritual Retreat: Soul-centred practitioners will guide you toward the sacred exploration, belonging and connection with an expansive sense of self, community and nature to foster purpose.
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Creative Arts Practice: Discover the transformative power of creativity and nature, where our mindful arts practices blend self-expression, reflection, and connection to the natural world.
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Community Connection: Experience the power of village mindedness and meaningful conversations with a like-minded community in a nurturing circle and natural environment.
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Affordable Wellness Retreats: Enjoy wellness and wellbeing practices without the luxury price tag. Restore your mind, body, and spirit with yoga, mindfulness, massage and pool dips.
The Location: King Parrot Retreat, The Otways
Set on a 200 acre bush property bordering the Great Otway national forest, our holistic retreat offers a sanctuary of towering gum trees, waterfalls, rolling hills and valley and relaxing pool. You’ll be immersed in a serene environment that invites deep relaxation and nature connection, far from the noise of modern life. The cottage accomodations have a mixture of private and shared rooms with ensuite and an off-grid camp ground.
There's many communal areas including creative space, indoor meditation hall, dining room, campfire, outdoor dining and secluded nature trails. Spend three night and four days with three experienced nature-based facilitators with coaching and counselling backgrounds spanning 35 plus years. All meals and full retreat schedule included. as well as optional massage, sauna and ice bath ad ons. Experience a unique wellness retreat with us in the beautiful Otways.
Who is this retreat ideal for?
This holistic nature therapy retreat is perfect for those seeking a holistic approach to wellbeing, self-discovery,
mindful living and leadership. Whether you are navigating life transitions, a professional or practitioner looking for deeper meaning and purpose, or simply need a space to pause and reconnect, this retreat will support you in finding clarity, balance, and renewal.
• Experience deep rest and renewal through a blend of mindfulness meditation, nature therapy, and soul-centered personal development.
• Reconnect with nature through immersive practices that awaken your senses and cultivate a deeper relationship with the Earth.
• Awaken your creativity through guided expressive arts and journaling, unlocking new insights and inspiration.
• Be part of a supportive community of like-minded seekers on a journey of transformation and personal growth.
What's Included in Wildhaven Holistic Retreat?
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3 nights of eco-accommodation in a peaceful coastal/bush retreat setting
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All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) made with vegetarian local ingredients
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Daily mindfulness meditation and yoga for deepening into your inner world
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Nurturing wellbeing and self care activities to help you renew and reset
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Soul-centred coaching for transformative personal development
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Community living for meaningful connections; experience the power of village
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Bush craft, nature rituals and soul-centred discoveries
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Nature-based creative arts activities for authentic self expression
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Guided bush walks through the breathtaking bushland
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A night hike and spectacular stargazing experience
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Campfires, music, dance, pool dips and creative play
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One on one private sessions available on request
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Massages, sauna or ice bath optional extras
2025 Wildhaven Nature-Based Mindfulness Retreat Dates:
The retreat officially starts Friday 24/10/2025 @ 5pm. Guests are welcome to arrive from 2pm - Finishes Monday 27/10/2025 leave location @ 1pm after lunch.
Schedule:
Day 1: Rooting – Arriving in Presence -Arrival starts from 2pm, eveing program starts at 5pm and dinner at 6pm.
Day 2: Releasing & Awakening the Senses – Day and evening program – extended hours.
Day 3: Expanding – Soul Exploration & Visioning – Day and evening program – extended hours.
Day 4: Integrating – Embodying & Returning– Day program, ends with lunch and leave by 1pm. Optional ocean swim afterwards.
* Optional online follow up sessions to support on-going connection of our community and reintegration. Dates TBA
Your Accomodation
At Wildhaven Holistic Retreat, guests will stay in the uniquely beautiful rooms of King Parrot Cottages, spread across several charming houses. Each space is thoughtfully designed using locally sourced brick and wood, originally harvested from the property and handcrafted by its original owner, creating a warm, inviting, and naturally harmonious atmosphere.
Each room is fully equipped with its own private amenities, including a bathroom, kitchen, and living area, as well as a cozy wood fire heater, a fridge, and local tea and coffee provisions to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests can also enjoy a secluded outdoor nook, perfect for moments of quiet reflection.
The main lodge serves as the heart of the retreat, with a welcoming dining room and lounge always open with nourishing food, and with views across the sweeping valley and fostering mindful connection and a sense of community living throughout your stay.
Your All Inclusive Retreat & Accomodation Package Options
Single Bed/Shared Room
A shared room with in one of the shared cottages on the KPC property. These beds are in a room with 2-4 other people. Based on intake forms we'll do our best to match you with like-minded retreat buddies. Beds are made up with crisp white sheets, warm bedding and towels provided.
All rooms include:
- Shared kitchen within the house.
- Shared Bathroom
- Split system heating/cooling.
- Wood fire heater
- Private outdoors pavilion with BBQ
- Full use of the shared ammenities in the main house
$1150 Full Price
($150 off Early Bird Special for bookings before June - Code "Early Bird Special"
Private Room
A private room in a shared cottage all to yourself on the KPC property. This option has a limited availability so booking early is essential.
Beds are made up with crisp white sheets, warm bedding and towels provided.
Your cabin includes:
- Shared kitchen
- Shared Bathroom
- Split system heating/cooling.
- Wood fire heater
- Private outdoors pavilion with BBQ
- Full use of the shared ammenities in the main house
$1500 Full Price
($150 off Early Bird Special for bookings before June - Code "Early Bird Special"
Camping
BYO your own tent or share a canvas cabin with solid roof and combination of double bed and two sets of bunks. Easy access to shared shower and toilet block, undercover bbq area, hammock and more. 4WD and AWD access only, staff can assist. Unpowered site and linen not included.
Camping option includes:
• BYO Tent if want privacy
• BYO sleeping bag and pillow
$750
Meet The Facilitators
Marion Miller - Lead Facilitator
Marion Miller, a Tasmanian-born woman with German and Victorian farming heritage, was introduced to meditation at age 20 by her late mother. Deeply connected to nature, she has long been a seeker inspired by its beauty and troubled by its degradation. Marion holds a Bachelor of Counselling (Coaching) from ACAP, a Diploma in Coaching, and mindfulness certifications. She has extensive Vipassana retreat experience and has begun Dharma teacher training with senior Insight teachers in Australia. An environmentalist and artist, Marion engages in local climate action and Ecotherapy practitioner PD while exploring eco-feminism through painting and sculpture in her Glen Iris studio. At home, she and her husband embrace sustainable living, raising four teenagers and aspiring to establish an eco retreat for regenerative leadership and land care.
Yoga & Massage: Annabel Cooney
Arian Young - Lead Facilitator
Arian Young, an Asian-Australian first-generation Naarm settler of Toi San and Sun Wui heritage, has spent 65 years navigating a rich and evolving life shaped by curiosity and resilience. A former Tibetan Buddhist nun, with over 25 years in Oriental healing arts, counselling, and meditation training. Following the death of her last parent, a surprising DNA discovery ignited a transformative journey of grief and self-reclamation, honoring her ancestors while embracing life’s impermanence. Arian’s teachers include prominent Buddhist and mindfulness practitioners, and she is currently performing in WAKE, a theatre piece by The Rabble exploring women and aging. Driven by her commitment to the planet, she is studying Sustainable Living at the University of Tasmania while cultivating food and caring for Country on unceded Bunurong and Woiwurrung lands in the Dandenong Ranges/Yarra Valley.
Retreat Cook: RicStar Catering
Jeff Wilde - Facilitator
Jeff Wilde is a passionate practitioner of Deep Nature Connection and Ecopsychology, striving to restore Soul to psychology and Nature to society, enabling humans to reclaim authenticity and wholeness within Earth’s web of life. With Master’s degrees in Environment & Sustainability and Community Education, and 20 years of teaching experience, Jeff is trained in Forest & Nature Therapy, Deep Ecology, and Permaculture. His work spans environmental education, sustainability advocacy, community development, permaculture gardening, and mental health. As a facilitator and advocate, he fosters social connection and meaningful Nature-based activities, while his role with the Victorian National Parks Association’s Nature Stewards program connects people to their local ecological communities through citizen science and land care. Jeff champions wild places and creatures, exploring how wonder, awe, and imagination expand consciousness, deepen self-discovery, and nurture reciprocal relationships with the Natural World.
Communal Spaces
With community making and nature at the heart of Wildhaven retreat, we’ll spend plenty of time together in the main lodge and out in nature. The lodge features a spacious lounge, dining area, wrap-around balcony, kitchen, and meditation hall, the Lodge and Hall provide the perfect space for gathering with views out to the sweeping Pennyroyal valley. Imagine starting your day with gentle movement, followed by meditation and a nourishing breakfast shared with like-minded souls. Your time here will unfold in a balanced rhythm—engaging activities intertwined with moments of quiet reflection, nature adventure, creativity and holistic wellness.
Why Choose Our Nature Mindfulness-Based Holistic Retreats?
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Transformation: Discover a profound sense of belonging, mindfulness, and wonder that can change your life.
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Expert Guidance: Our experienced and passionate Mindfulness teachers, Counsellors and Nature Therapists Marion Miller, Arian Young and Jeff Wilde will lead you on this inspiring journey, providing guidance, support, and a wealth of knowledge.
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Community: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for nature, wellness, self-discovery, and sustainable living close to the great outdoors.
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Practical Skills: Gain practical skills to nurture your connection to the natural world and your own sense of wellbeing, purpose and place.
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Personal Growth: Unearth your true self, explore your ancestral roots, and craft a vision for a more purposeful future.
Bookings and Registration Terms and Conditions
We need your completed registration form and full payment to secure your booking. Early registration and payment is suggested as places are limited. If you need to cancel your ticket, a full refund will be offered up to 1 month before the retreat. If the cancellation is less than 3 weeks before the retreat, you will receive a 50% refund. If the cancellation is less than 1 week before the retreat, you will receive a 30% refund.
If you are feeling unwell and have any flu/cold or COVID like symptoms, please do a RAT test 48 hours prior to the retreat. If you do test positive or you are still feeling unwell, you will receive a 50% refund.
Please note, there will be no refunds issued for cancellations on the first day of the retreat. For inquiries please contact Marion. Email: marion@marionmiller.com.au Mobile: 0423 703 960
Interested in joining us?
Don't miss this opportunity to embark on this beautiful holistic retreat in 2025. Register now or schedule in a discovery call with Marion Miller, the founder of The Eco Retreat and we'll be in touch with you soon with more information about the dates and location and schedule.
Photo Credit: Kristie-lee Photography.
Thinking of Joining Us?
Email To Find Out More & Register Your Interest
Marion Miller
0423 703 960
marion@marionmillerart@gmail