Dorrigo Bush Pepper Retreat, lodge, sleeps 5

I have had the pleasure of staying at the delightful dorrigo bush pepper retreat a number if times now and i just live it so thought it was about time i posted a review saying that.the bush setting is delightful, with plenty of birdlife and other delightful wildlife
the facility itself is topshelf and had everything i needed/wanted, including the essential slow combustion fireplace
i highly recommend staying here

My partner and I stayed three delightful and relaxing nights at this lodge. The perfect place to switch off and tune in.

Most enjoyable to our stay was the close connection with nature at this off-grid lodge; the location is set less than an hour from several and varied National Parks including magnificent World heritage listed Gondwanan Rainforest. The property itself is beautiful and natural with plenty of bush and a river nearby. There is a well-kept lawn and playground for kids to play and the native plants and a pond brought a chorus of native bird and frog song. As for the dual outside baths – enjoying a hot soak next to your companion with a cool drink under the stars or sunset through the bush canopy is exactly as good as it sounds!

The lodge was well appointed and clean but also personal and homely with an inside fireplace, movies, comfy couches and bed, and a full kitchen including local eggs as fresh as it gets. The Host was communicative but left us in privacy as well – perfect for an uneventful stay. Unfortunately we had some serious motor issues and here the host Maria and wonderful locals Jen & Kat went above and beyond, employing their local knowledge and network of exceptionally helpful friends to find a way to put us back on the road.

Dorrigo Bush Pepper Retreat is a fantastic place of both tranquil natural surrounds and generous hearts. Would recommend!

My daughter and I stayed 3 beautiful relaxing nights. The accommodation was clean and beautifully presented with a lot of homey touches. The bush setting is magical especially as the mist rolled in as we were in the out door bath tubs. We were so relaxed and at peace during our stay. A very healing and restorative time. I recommend this accommodation and we will definitely return.

What an incredible experience! Such a beautiful, peaceful experience, staid for 11 nights, well deserved break. If you are looking for a bit of alone time, this is the place to go. The bath at night is so beautiful, wild life, just loved it!

Lovely, secluded, restful stay. Maria was a welcoming host and some nice simple goodies in the fridge on arrival to help our stay. Unfortunately the weather was not kind so we weren't able to explore too much, but there are beautiful walks all around the farm. A toasty wood burner kept us cosy and the kitchenette is appropriately equipped. Lovel stay with plenty of wildlife to watch and enjoy.

Bush Pepper Retreat is a fantastic place to "retreat" to from the hassle of everyday life. Maria has implemented a beautiful lodge in the rainforest climate of Dorrigo. The tranquil atmosphere is stunning and the outdoor baths are to die for and yes we found the wild donkies. Thank you for the bottle of bubbles with the goodies. We will be back.

Spent 4 nights at this very comfortable accommodation.loved the fireplace. And enjoyed the campfire cooking along with the outside baths. Great area to explore the National Parks.

Wonderful place to stay with cozy bed warm fire and the best outdoor bath with magnificent views of the magical night sky!
the walk around the property is great and you can go and meditate on the rocks at the creek and if you get up early you will encounter a family of kangaroos outside the lodge and birdlife.just wonderful!
oh and did i mention the most delicious fresh eggs from the chickens for breakfast.yummy

Bush Pepper Retreat was the perfect getaway for our restorative break. The location was peaceful, and the cottage so cosy, comfortable, and well-equipped. The highlights were many.from the private and tranquil setting, the crisp fresh air, the wildlife encounters with wallabies and birdlife visiting the property, to the blissful outdoor baths with a bushland backdrop at sunset or at night under the stars, then relaxing evenings in front of the fireplace with the frog chorus outside. Loved it all! The property is well located for local bushwalking and for accessing the many surrounding national parks and amazing waterfalls. Maria was a great host, ensuring we had everything we needed including a welcoming bottle of bubbly and tasty fresh farm eggs for breakfast. I highly recommend a stay at Bush Pepper Retreat, we will be back for sure!

Maria's thoughtfully designed retreat is truely lovely. There are wonderfull touches in all the rooms and the place is stylish, luxurious and cosy at the same time. The fire was set up for us with a delicious cheese platter and wine and we really enjoyed the outdoor baths. There are a number of interesting walks around the property and plenty of things for kids. Thanks for our stay, we will be back!

Dorrigo Bush Peper Retreat gifted me a transformative experience. I was fortunate to spend four wonderful days immersed in the sounds and aromas of the surrounding bushland, enjoying the walks that explore the vast property that features waterfalls, fields of long grass and a soothing river that is refreshing to cool off in, and which also offers trout if you have the desire to fish and catch your own dinner. The wonderful host Maria is a gem, providing complimentary wine, bread and fresh laid organic eggs for the freshest of breakfasts. The charming and well appointed lodge which sits in the middle of the forest features a calming pond, play area for kids and a double bath that is perfect for enjoying a sunset. And don't forget to try out Maria's cheese platter, it will be the best you've ever had. I'm definitely coming back!

The Perfect Getaway! I cant highly recommend this place enough! An amazingly designed and beautiful Eco Cottage. The property is on a stunning little stream to cool down in and relax by. The bed was comfy, the cottage had all the utensils needed in the kitchen. On arrival was fresh eggs and a plate of delicious fresh produce along with a bottle of bubbly. The host was fantastic and very accommodating with quick responses to emails and is more than happy to meet any requests you have!

Absolutely amazing! The surrounds are beautiful, you can really disconnect from it all, yet there are so many beautiful walks and waterfalls within an easy drive. The walk around the property itself is gorgeous too. Maria is lovely and so accommodating, she takes going above and beyond to the next level! Little touches like a bottle of wine and freshly picked flowers made our stay even more enjoyable. Also, her massages are out of this world!

Perfect destination!
Surrounded by the beauty and energy of the lush green mountains, idyllic backdrop to recharge and relax.
Spotlessly clean and equipped, every detail catered to.
Such a lovely warm and friendly welcome By Maria the Host, whom could not do enough to make our stay comfortable.
Enjoying a invigorating sauna then relaxing in hot Bubble bath under the stars followed by a cosy evening by the fire.
Maria offers her skills and extensive knowledge on holistic healing services. Suited to each of our needs making this destination the perfect retreat.

We enjoyed the most beautiful stay at The Bush Pepper Retreat recently. We felt special as soon as we arrived, warmly welcomed by our lovely hosts Maria and Jeff. Everything about the cabin was perfect.beautifully designed, comfortable, immaculately clean in a serene and private forest setting with birdlife to wake us in the morning. Plus the freshest eggs and veg produce grown on site. The outdoor bath for star viewing was an added treat which we will always remember. We're definitely putting this stay on our must return list!

Thank you for a most wonderful experience. The cabin is beautifully finished and very comfy. The outside area was all so tranquil and beautiful. It was a real treat to having an outside bath under the stars. Great job thanks again.

Beautiful cabin! The outdoor baths are lovely, the interior is so well done, peaceful place and highly recommend.

Our family of 4 absolutely loved our stay at the Bush Pepper Retreat. Our host Maria and family were very welcoming and it really felt like a home away from home. The location was perfect! So many beautiful bush walks so close by and the town of Dorrigo only a short away, through the most magnificent countryside. The walks from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre are a must see but the best swimming spot of all was on the Bush Pepper Property itself - absolutely magical! Completely untouched with the clearest of water; and we had it all to ourselves. We loved the place and hope to return soon:)

Every detail is thought of. The setting is tranquil, family friendly and the hosts are lovely. Beds are comfortable. Outdoor baths are so unique to bathe under the stars - this is truly an experience that is special. Fully equipped kitchen that has everything.

Perfect location between the national parks and the house is absolutely lovely.we will come back!