Elysia Wellness Retreat – Hunter Valley, NSW, Australia
Curated by Spencer Travel Wellness
Nestled within the tranquil hinterlands of Australia’s Hunter Valley, Elysia Wellness Retreat is a sanctuary designed to restore balance and nourish your wellbeing from the inside out. This is more than a place to unwind — it is a purposeful retreat where mind, body and spirit are gently guided back into harmony through structured wellness programmes, nature immersion, and transformative care.
At Spencer Travel Wellness, we have hand-selected Elysia as one of our most meaningful Australian wellness destinations. Drawing on over 20 years of travel expertise and our Virtuoso membership for exclusive access and privileges, we curate every detail of your stay to align with your personal wellness intentions — because every journey should be as unique as you are.
Location: 165 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, Hunter Valley, NSW 2320, Australia.
Wellness Focus: Nutrition, mindfulness, physical well‑being, full programme wellness (day spa with 50+ treatments, movement classes, meditation).
Travel Season: Accessible year‑round; the Hunter Valley region offers changing seasons and calmer landscapes outside peak tourist windows.
Grading: Luxury Boutique Wellness Resort (purposefully designed for meaningful wellness outcomes rather than resort comfort alone).
Unique Environment: Set amidst the vineyards and rolling hills of the Hunter Valley, the retreat harmonises nature, space and a wellness‑first philosophy — an ideal setting for deep restoration.
A comprehensive wellness consultation on arrival to understand your personal goals and inform every aspect of your stay.
Access to a full wellness centre: indoor & outdoor pools, gym, tennis court, walking tracks, meditation hill, spa baths, and steam rooms.
Day Spa with more than 50 therapies and treatments, including wet & dry rooms and a Watsu water‑therapy pool.
Wellness‑oriented cuisine (organic, nutritious, thoughtfully prepared) included as part of many programmes.
Specific inclusions — number of treatments, classes, room type, and meals — vary depending on your chosen wellness package. We will guide you through the options to find the perfect fit for your needs.
Elysia is the kind of place that invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and return to yourself. The gorgeous Hunter Valley setting gives you calm, space and a profound connection with nature — the ideal environment for a true wellness reset.
Beyond the beautiful surroundings, what sets Elysia apart is the depth and intentionality of its wellness offering. This is not simply spa relaxation — it is a carefully structured journey encompassing nutrition, movement, mindfulness and rest, guided by experienced practitioners who honour your individual needs.
Whether you seek to restore balance after a demanding period, recalibrate your relationship with health, or simply gift yourself the space to reconnect with what matters most, Elysia provides the wisdom and care to support genuine transformation. It is a place where every detail has been considered with purpose — from the healing therapies to the nourishing cuisine to the stillness of the meditation hill at dawn.
Spencer Travel Wellness has personally experienced and vetted this retreat, and we recommend it with confidence for guests who value meaningful, lasting change over fleeting indulgence.
All‑inclusive wellness stays: build‑your‑own programme or choose from pre‑designed retreats tailored to your intentions.
Mini‑wellness packages: from one night upwards, including spa credit, wellness classes, and healthy meals — ideal for a restorative introduction.
Full‑retreat programmes: longer stays with deeper wellness engagement (detox, fitness, mindfulness focus) — enquire for specifics and we will curate the perfect programme around your goals.
📍 Address: 165 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, Hunter Valley, NSW 2320, Australia.
Travel: Approximately a 2‑hour drive from Sydney; accessible for domestic guests seeking a premium wellness escape.
Tip: For the full benefit of this transformative experience, we recommend a stay of at least 3–5 nights if possible, allowing the time to settle into the rhythm of wellness offered by the resort.
As this is a wellness‑first environment, guests should be prepared for structured modules and mindful experiences, rather than a purely leisure‑focused stay. We are happy to discuss whether Elysia is the right fit for your personal wellness journey.
