Brightlands Retreat

SCAM! DO NOT BOOK A RETREAT HERE! As you will see in other reviews, Craig, the owner cannot be trusted. I had organised a retreat and in my contract it says that I can cancel up until ten days prior and still receive my deposit back. I cancelled the retreat with over a month’s notice due to lack of sales and complete lies from craig that he would help me promote the retreat. Craig refuses to respond to any communication. He owes me over $3000. This was two months ago and he ignores all communication.

Great nights stay at Brightlands! The room was clean and bright, with a lovely fresh breakfast in the morning! Would definitely recommend

Very negative experience unfortunately. Our group retreat with Brightlands was booked and fully prepaid for October 2023. Four days before it got cancelled by the management. Out of the blue. Causing a lot of dramas for everyone in the group. We were not given any valid reason and what's worse, they still haven't returned the money.
When are you going to sort out the refund please?

I was looking forward to attend a retreat at Brightlands with my friend, however the retreat got cancelled by Brightlands just four days before the event without any serious reason given! It's been almost two months now, and I was even more dishartened to hear that our yoga teacher still didn't get her money back and the lack of communication from the owner! It was a full pre-payment and the yoga teacher incurred significant financial losses as a result. I live in Queensland and had my flights booked, leave and care for my kids organised in advance and was looking forward to the retreat. I'm very confused by Brigtland's actions, especially towards loyal and regular clients like our yoga teacher. It's disheartening not to return someone else's hard-earned money. I really hope it gets sorted soon!

Beautiful place to pause, relax, and enjoy the senses of calmness. Much needed to get away from Sydney life.

Fantastic place to stay, relax and re-connect with your partner (like a secret oasis just for you)! Rooms are large, bed and bed linen super comfortable, healthy and tasty food offerings for your breakfast and (if it is cold, given it is the Blue Mountains) the lounge with its fire is warm and cozy. Treat yourself to a spa service. Ash and the other staff are friendly, efficient and accommodating!

Love this place! Everyone is so welcoming from the time you go in till the time you leave. It's so cozy and it feels like home. Good vibes always. Thanks Greg and Charlotte, beautiful souls

This was exactly the pause and reset that I needed. Mel and the team couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating. The spa treatments by Sarah were some of the best I have ever had and let me tell you about the food…the chef put out meal after meal of absolutely mouth watering food. Highly recommended!

Have enjoyed a fantastic weekend experience at Brightlands Leura Resort. All staff were excellent, food was really delicious and the room lovely. I can thoroughly recommend without hesitation; you too will have a fantastic time!

Having had a somewhat unexpected and difficult experience in Australia I found myself in need of some rest and relaxation, and stumbled across Brightlands Retreat. My only regret is not trusting my gut and booking in for longer! The environment is truly amazing: calm, relaxing, and a little niche of zen-ness that really helps soothe frazzled nerves.

The sound healing and meditation sessions did wonders in grounding and providing me with solace, and the warming lounge room sitting in front of the fire with fruit, protein balls and a variety of teas provided a wonderful space to reflect and recharge. They also have a unique day spa, but I recommend booking early to ensure an appointment.

The staff are truly exceptional, in particular Ash and Mel: my heartfelt thanks to you both. Nothing is too much trouble for them, and they went out of their way to help me through a really difficult time. I am filled with gratitude and have no hesitation in recommending this little oasis of calm. Five stars.

I really enjoyed my weekend retreat here. The rooms are lush, the spa treatment amazing and the food absolutely delicious. I’ve booked to come back again already.

Wow, what a fab venue for retreats. When I walked through the door I received a warm welcome from Melissa and a property that felt like a warm hug. The living room was snuggly with a fire and cosy seating. The yoga studio was the perfect size for our group and had a nice energy. The food was absolutely delicious.
Body scrub Treatment was great and I’ll do that one again. Room was gorgeous. Really comfy beds too. Looking to coming back xxx

Great retreat facilities, excellent food, service and spa treatments, particularly the magnesium floating experience. It's a recently refurbished place with a lot of focus on details to cater for all five senses. Simply fabulous.

Erm, I think I have just stumbled across the best kept retreat secret. I'm not even sure I should be writing this review as the secret will be out (ha!).

As soon as I walked through the door my body took the deepest breath I didn't know it needed.

The big old house has been restored and it's been beautifully decorated and simply feels like a home away from home. My room looked out onto the gardens and I woke to birdsong and mountain mist.a welcome change for a Newtown local.

The massages offered in the on site day spa are ABSOLUTELY divine and the facials NEXT LEVEL and the best bit is you can just shuffle from your room through the hallways and stumble onto the massage bed as it's all in the same building. ​I did not know that a facial could be so revitalising and if I had to choose between either a massage or facial, it would be the latter, however all treatments are surprisingly reasonably priced, and the products they use are exquisite that you'll definitely want to book both, budget permitting!

While you're there all food is included. The food is sumptuous and the presentation outstanding. It felt as though we were in swish fine dining restaurant.albeit in our active wear and socks:)

Melissa at front of house is extremely helpful and accomodating, but never in the way or over the top and leaves you to enjoy the stay with minimal fuss.

We would normally be heading north for a similar experience but with all of the fuss at the borders, we looked closer to home and we are so glad we did. This will now be our regular retreat getaway!

Brightlands Retreat is one of those special and unique places where you enter its grounds and feel nothing but peace and tranquility. I brought my partner up for a special surprise for a big birthday. Mel and her team were so kind and welcoming, the room everything we could have asked for and facilities, just perfect. The treatments organised for Jo were out of this world.

Being so close to Leura and the incredible Blue Mountains townships, generally, makes it so easily accessible to everywhere. We could have stayed all day every day at the retreat. This time around we chose to explore the local area. We both came home relaxed and rejuvenated. We will be back and cannot recommend Brightlands Retreat more highly!

Great service and staff and the rooms very well appointed. Awesome option for a quick break/relax when required. Really good spa treatments/float tank and mediatation/yoga options too. Will be back

Wonderful wellness centre! Exceptional therapists and beautiful products. Relaxing and restorative. The facial and foot scrub amazing experience. I'll definitely be back for another treatment. Thank you to my sister in law for the Christmas voucher and introducing me to Brightlands! Massage and facials 5-star.

I recently attended a yoga retreat at Brightlands and it was one of the best retreat experiences I've ever had. The day was structured in a way that made me feel rejuvenated, calm and not in any way stressed, and Claire the yoga teacher was very experienced and tailored the class to our needs. We were treated to delicious vegetarian meals for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea - all ready and waiting for us after each class block. The grounds of the property are beautiful and it was lovely to have somewhere to walk around and explore during breaks. Highly recommend if you are looking for an escape from busy city life!

This was a wellness experience to savor. This unique property proved to be the perfect sanctuary in a stunning setting for me to relax and recharge. I liked the fact that it was walking distance to Leura shops, yet far enough away for me to feel that I was truly ‘away’. Highlights of my two-night stay included the outstanding customer service and attention to detail - the manager Mel is a true delight; enjoying a rejuvenating treatment - I had a facial; the tasty and nutritious meals – beyond being delicious the food is immaculately presented; the fresh herbal teas – I ended up buying some to take home; and the beautifully designed guest rooms with its soft linens - I slept so well. Whilst I was offered yoga sessions and meditation, the intimate setting and peaceful surroundings was enough for me to indulge in some deep rest. I left feeling completely energized, having renewed my body, mind, and spirit, and thanks to Brightlands am on the path to good well-being for 2022. Thank you for such a memorable stay.

I spent a wonderful weekend at Brightlands Leura and totally loved it. A warm friendly welcome from the staffs, along with the best vegetarian meals I ever had made this one of my best experience so far. Did an early morning mediation, a very soothing Vipassana session, then followed by half hour massage. I left Brightlands feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Thankful for the entire team for such a great experience. Definitely exceeds all my expectations. Will be back.