Lewana Cottages

We had our wedding at Lewana Cottages last Saturday. We stayed for the entire weekend with our loved ones and could not have been happier. Not only is the location absolutely breathtaking, Mark and Jayne are the best hosts. Their communication during the planning process was impeccable, always answering our questions we had quickly and professionally. The cabins are cosy and homely. Our guests kept asking “how did you find such a beautiful venue” - needless to say we recommend Lewana Cottages to anyone who wants a scenic wedding with a rustic vibe. It was perfect. Thank you for everything Mark and Jayne xx love the Gearys

For those of you who are unlikely to read the entire review, I will begin by saying that I cannot recommend Lewana Cottages enough. It is the perfect camping spot nestled in the forests of Balingup, whether it's with family or friends, groups big and small. Mark and Jayne who run the site are super accommodating and are genuinely lovely people to engage and connect with. If you're looking for somewhere to stay in or around Balingup - this is the one to choose and we will definitely be returning. We were already planning our next trip on the drive home.

The campsite was secluded and private, it gave us the luxury of feeling like we were completely disconnected from city life and the digital world whilst having the safety and security of the owners nearby if we needed them and access to well maintained facilities on site. All of the communal areas were clean, tidy and well stocked. We had access to a toilet, shower (hot water) and BBQ. Mark and Jayne run a little shop and coffee cart on site which was delightful to walk down to each day. You are surrounded by nature and animals; from the kangaroos and kookaburras to the alpacas and chickens that you can feed - which was fun for both the adults and kids.

There was a total fire ban during our visit, but there was firewood available to purchase on site too for campfires when they're permitted. Mark and Jayne had knowledge of the surrounding areas and were able to suggest spots to visit during our stay which was super helpful to people like us who were unfamiliar with the area.

I am not getting married any time soon, but if I were I would be highly considering Lewana Cottages as the venue. As a marriage celebrant that has visited many wedding venues - this one is amazing and hopefully I have the opportunity to wed a couple there in the future. The set up for weddings is beautiful, there are so many great spots for the ceremony or photos and the reception area is perfect, with a campfire, dance floor and tables - the perfect blank canvas outdoor venue. And, you could have all of the guests staying on site together before and after the day.

The entire property is so well maintained, whether it be for a little getaway or a wedding, it truly is the perfect spot. The space is definitely a reflection of the hard work, energy and love that Mark and Jayne have put into it.

Thank you for having us, we can't recommend it enough and will certainly be back again in the future but we'll be bringing more people with us next time!

Mark and Jayne run a spectacular venue. We chose to hire Lewana for our wedding and we could not have been happier with our choice. The cottages are incredibly cute and being able to have all our friends and family stay onsite for the whole weekend made everything much more special.

The weather was very wet, which turned all our plans upside down, but this not a problem as the oak tree provided the perfect wet weather ceremony spot and the reception inside the barn was very cosy.

Mark and Jayne really went above and beyond to make sure the grounds were immaculate and really went the extra mile in every possible way.

What a stunning location to stay. We camped here for a wedding and loved the set up. Beautiful wedding venue and holiday spot. We’ll be back again.

Great place, great host, great animals, peaceful, perfect family holiday.
Will definitely visit again.

Loved our holiday at Lewana Cottages. Beautiful setting, wonderful hosts, gorgeous cottage. And no internet/mobile reception was actually one of the best features. So great to be "off-grid" for a while. We'll be back!

Spent 4 nights here and enjoyed every moment. Property is well managed and in good condition. Really nice tracks to walk on with picturesque location. Kids really enjoyed feeding animals. Owners Mark and Jayne are awesome. Will surely visit again.

We spent four nights at Lewana cottages, 6 families in 3 different cottages. The place was amazing and all of us enjoyed our stay. Biggest hit for us was feeding Lamas, emu, peacock and chickens. Kids never got tired of feeding them. Play grounds were decent and kept us busy.
Cottages were clean and presentable.
Beds were large. Kitchen fully functional.
Mark (owner) was very helpful and attended us really well.

If you love nature, animals and on your holiday trip you want to stay away from mobile phone, wifi.then this place is highly recommended.
The host couple is very friendly and nice. Kids loved watching the feeding of the animals.
The cottage is beautiful and well equipped.

Jayne and Mark were wonderful hosts, who went out of their way to make our stay a wonderful experience. Nothing was ever an issue and we had such a peaceful and relaxing long weekend. We will be back next year to experience the same hospitality.
Well done on a well run, pristine destination. Thanks Again

Our hiking group have stayed at Lewana Cottages for a number of years now and each time is better than the last. Mark and Jayne have really upped the standard and always make us feel so welcome and part of their family. They are friendly, generous and so accommodating. If you love nature, peace and beauty then this is the place to book. It is also the best setting for a wedding. I can't wait to go back next year. Thank you Mark and Jayne for sharing your home with us.

Lewana is a perfect place for a relaxing getaway. The cottages are cozy and well appointed with everything you need, including a log fire for the cooler winter nights. The owners, Jayne and Mark, are really lovely and ensure an enjoyable stay. The extra touches such as the coffee cart, little shop, waterfall and barn set up add a little something special. Our daughter especially loves feeding the alpacas, chickens and Bunnings the emu. The playground is also a hit for those with kids. It’s a perfect place to reconnect with nature. We’ve stayed many places around Australia but Lewana is definitely a favourite and we’ll continue to come back here for many years to come.

We had our wedding here in May and even with a torrential downpour, it was an incredible day. We fell in love with this hidden gem when I happened to stumble upon their instagram, and a quick email later we visited Lewana that weekend. Not only is this venue beautiful, relaxing and full of rustic and historic charm but the owners Mark and Jayne are such wonderful people. They are the best hosts, they're quick at repsonding to emails, and genuinely want you to love Lewnana as much as they do. Booking our wedding, and spending the weekend at Lewnana was the best decision. We will definitely be coming back here time and time again.

Absolutely magical place to stay, friendly hosts, animals, beautiful scenery, peaceful and relaxing. Would recommend to anyone to stay.

We absolutely loved our stay at Lewana Cottages - the kids had animals to feed, playgrounds and freedom to run around, the wife got a warm cosy cottage with great facilities and I was only a short drive away from the downhill mountain bike trails! On top of that Mark and Jayne were wonderful hosts serving up fresh coffee each morning and they were happy to assist when required. I even got to try out the brand new bike wash station which worked a treat. We'll definitely be back and I wish Mark and Jayne good luck in getting the Blackwood Bike Park off the ground.

Great facilities - friendly staff - beautiful location - mountain bikers’ dream location- already booked to come back next year

One of the most beautiful places you could ever stay in the South West of WA! So much character, the hosts Jayne and Mark have done a beautiful job on this property. I would highly recommend Lewana Cottages for a wedding, special weekend get away or a camping trip

Beautiful property, lovely owners and great facilities. 100% would recommend. There are chooks and alpacas and an emu that you can feed, playgrounds for kids, gorgeous forests and a scenic drive from town. Every morning there’s a coffee cart and little shop with luxury items from nearby businesses and delicious treats. Cottages are clean and cosy and had movies, games and soft blankets. Absolutely nothing bad to say about this place!

A big Thank you to Mark and Jayne. We had Great time at Levana. This is a fantastic place to escape from the city, physically and mentally.
Both farm animals and wildlife were super friendly and well blended into the surroundings.
While firewood creating one of the best moment in ones life, the night sky above was simplly amazing!
Mark and Jayne really take pride in what they do here, and we admire their story.
I would highly recommend your next South West stay at Levana, short or long.

We had our wedding here in April.and it was even better than we ever dreamt it would be. Perfect is an understatement. The location is just beautiful, and is such a special place to gather with family. By the end of the weekend it felt like a second home tucked away from the chaotic part of the world. The accomodation for guests in the cottages is inviting and cosy, and we booked bell tents from soul camping to allow for extra guests which worked perfectly. Mark and Jayne are just the most helpful hosts you could ask for, bending over backwards to help make the weekend what it was, and we loved just having them around! We’ll definitely be heading back for an anniversary trip, if not before. It’ll always be a special place to us.