Hunter Valley, NSW, Australia

Elysia Wellness
Retreat

Our signature Spencer Travel Wellness retreat where strategy meets soul—a transformative escape crafted with intention, grounded in experience, and designed to support your mind, body and business.

Hunter Valley, NSW, Australia

Your Permission Slip to Pause, Reflect and Realign

Stillness and Strength is not just a wellness weekend. It’s our signature Spencer Travel Wellness retreat, crafted with intention, grounded in experience, and designed to support your mind, body, and business.

Set in the serene hills of the Hunter Valley at the luxurious Elysia Wellness Retreat, this three-night, four-day escape brings together two powerhouse women—Penny Spencer and Sharon Breslin—for a unique blend of soul nourishment and strategic clarity. With curated workshops, healing rituals, and space to just be, this is your invitation to pause, reflect, and realign.

Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur or simply someone craving reconnection, you’ll leave lighter, stronger, and more centred.

What's Included

  • 3 nights in a luxury 2-bedroom villa with private room and ensuite bathroom (one-bedroom or three-bedroom options available on request).
  • All meals included — nutritious, chef-prepared meals served communally: breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
  • Full access to Elysia’s world-class wellness facilities including heated 25m indoor lap pool, outdoor exercise pool, tennis courts, spa, steam room, gym and relaxation lounges.
  • Daily wellness activity schedule — a variety of movement, mindfulness and fitness classes from 6.30am to 5.00pm daily.
  • Exclusive group workshops led by Penny Spencer & Sharon Breslin — business and wellbeing mentoring, energy, feng shui, spiritual wellness, and intimate group sessions designed for reflection, alignment and personal insight.
  • Connection, clarity and curated support — space to rest, recharge and reconnect with others and with yourself.

This is a retreat grounded in presence, designed with purpose, and led from the heart.

  • The gorgeous Hunter Valley setting provides calm, space and nature — the kind of environment conducive to a true wellness reset.
  • A wellness offering that is serious: not only spa relaxation but structured programmes with nutrition, movement, mindfulness and rest.
  • Intimate group experience led by two powerhouse women — Penny Spencer (business and wellbeing mentoring) and Sharon Breslin (energy, feng shui and spiritual wellness).
  • All-inclusive approach eliminates planning stress so you can fully surrender to the experience.

📍 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.

For full benefit, plan a stay of at least 3–5 nights if possible, allowing the time to settle into the rhythm of wellness offered by the retreat.

Note: As this is a wellness-first environment, guests should be ready for structured modules and mindful experiences, rather than a purely leisure-focused stay. Pack comfortable clothing for movement classes, swimwear for the pools, and relaxed attire for communal dining.

At a Glance

  • Location: 165 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, Hunter Valley, NSW 2320, Australia.

  • Wellness Focus: Signature Spencer Travel Wellness retreat — curated workshops, business and wellbeing mentoring with Penny Spencer, energy work and spiritual wellness with Sharon Breslin.

  • Dates: 15–18 May 2026 | 3 Nights, 4 Days

  • Grading: Luxury Wellness Retreat (stay in luxury villas with world-class wellness facilities)

  • Investment: From AUD $1,999 per person (twin share). Single occupancy or villa upgrades available on request.

Experience

The Stillness and Strength Experience

Discover what makes this curated wellness retreat a place of meaningful transformation, strategic clarity and deep restoration.

Strategic Clarity with Penny Spencer

Business and wellbeing mentoring sessions led by Penny Spencer, drawing on 20+ years of expertise. Intimate group workshops designed for reflection, alignment and personal insight that bridge the gap between professional ambition and personal wellness.

Soul Nourishment with Sharon Breslin

Energy work, feng shui and spiritual wellness sessions guided by Sharon Breslin. These transformative experiences honour the connection between your inner world and outer environment, creating space for deep healing and renewed purpose.

Hunter Valley Serenity

Nestled among the serene rolling hills and vineyards of the Hunter Valley, Elysia provides the calm, space and nature essential for a true wellness reset. Move at your own pace surrounded by like-minded individuals and moments of stillness that shift everything.

Explore

Discover Elysia Wellness Retreat

Elysia Wellness Retreat spa and treatment area

World-Class Wellness Facilities

Elysia’s purpose-built wellness facilities include a heated 25-metre indoor lap pool, outdoor exercise pool, tennis courts, spa, steam room, fully equipped gym and tranquil relaxation lounges. Daily wellness classes run from 6.30am to 5.00pm, offering movement, mindfulness and fitness options designed to restore balance to body and mind.

Luxury Villa Accommodation

Stay in beautifully appointed luxury villas nestled among the Hunter Valley landscape. Each villa features private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, creating a peaceful sanctuary for rest and renewal. Choose from two-bedroom villas (twin share) or enquire about one-bedroom or three-bedroom options to suit your preferences. Every detail is designed for comfort, calm and restorative sleep.

Elysia Wellness Retreat luxury villa accommodation
Elysia Wellness Retreat meditation hill and Hunter Valley views

Nourishing Communal Dining

Every meal at Elysia is an intentional act of nourishment. Chef-prepared, nutritious meals are served communally throughout the day—from energising breakfasts and morning tea to satisfying lunches, afternoon tea and beautifully crafted dinners. Dining together fosters connection and shared discovery, a cornerstone of the Stillness and Strength experience.

Experiences

Signature Wellness Experiences

Curated Workshops

Guided Transformation

Exclusive group sessions led by Penny Spencer and Sharon Breslin, blending business mentoring with spiritual wellness. From strategic clarity and alignment to energy work and feng shui, each workshop is designed for deep personal insight and meaningful growth.

Daily Movement & Mindfulness

Holistic Restoration

A full daily schedule of wellness activities from 6.30am to 5.00pm, including yoga, meditation, fitness classes and mindfulness practices. Choose what resonates with you each day and move at your own pace toward balance and renewal.

Connection & Community

Shared Discovery

An intentionally intimate group experience surrounded by like-minded individuals. Communal dining, shared rituals and thoughtful conversations create lasting connections and the kind of support that extends well beyond the retreat itself.

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The Stillness and Strength retreat takes place from 15–18 May 2026 (3 nights, 4 days) at Elysia Wellness Retreat in the Hunter Valley, NSW. This is an exclusive, intimate gathering with limited places to ensure a deeply personal experience for every guest.

This retreat is designed for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone craving reconnection with themselves. Whether you’re navigating a demanding career, building a business, or simply seeking space to pause and realign, Stillness and Strength offers a unique blend of strategic clarity and soul nourishment. No prior wellness experience is required—just an openness to the journey.

Penny Spencer is the founder of Spencer Travel Holdings with over 20 years of expertise in the travel industry. She brings her wealth of business wisdom and personal wellness journey to guide mentoring sessions focused on alignment, clarity and wellbeing. Sharon Breslin is a specialist in energy work, feng shui and spiritual wellness, offering transformative sessions that honour the connection between your inner world and outer environment. Together, they create a powerful blend of strategic insight and soulful guidance.

Elysia Wellness Retreat is located at 165 Thompsons Road, Pokolbin, Hunter Valley, NSW 2320. It is approximately a 2-hour drive from Sydney, making it easily accessible for domestic guests. Transfer options can be discussed with our team when you enquire about the retreat.

Pack comfortable clothing for movement and wellness classes, swimwear for the pools, and relaxed attire for communal dining. Bring a journal for reflection sessions and anything that supports your personal wellness practice. Elysia provides robes, towels and premium amenities. As this is a wellness-first environment, we encourage you to leave work devices behind and embrace the opportunity to fully disconnect.

Absolutely. The culinary team at Elysia takes pride in preparing nutritious, chef-crafted meals that cater to a wide range of dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and specific allergies. Simply advise us of your requirements when booking, and every meal will be thoughtfully prepared to nourish you fully.

The standard retreat package includes a private room with ensuite bathroom within a luxury 2-bedroom villa (twin share). For those seeking additional privacy, one-bedroom villas and single occupancy options are available on request. Three-bedroom villa configurations can also be arranged for groups wishing to stay together. All villas are beautifully appointed and set among the serene Hunter Valley landscape.

The Stillness and Strength retreat starts from AUD $1,999 per person based on twin share accommodation. This is a fully inclusive price covering accommodation, all meals, wellness facilities access, daily activity schedule, and exclusive workshops led by Penny Spencer and Sharon Breslin. Single occupancy and villa upgrades are available on request. Contact us at wellness@spencertravel.com.au or call +61 2 9437 3347 for detailed pricing and availability.

Elysia features world-class wellness facilities including a heated 25-metre indoor lap pool, outdoor exercise pool, tennis courts, spa, steam room, fully equipped gym and relaxation lounges. A comprehensive daily wellness activity schedule runs from 6.30am to 5.00pm, featuring a variety of movement, mindfulness and fitness classes that you can participate in at your own pace.

Yes. Beyond the Stillness and Strength retreat dates, Elysia Wellness Retreat offers all-inclusive wellness stays where you can build your own programme or choose from pre-designed retreats. Mini-wellness packages start from one night, and full retreat programmes with deeper wellness engagement are also available. Contact our team to explore the perfect option for your needs and intentions.

Let’s Create Something Extraordinary

Ready to Begin Your Transformative Journey?

Our wellness travel specialists are here to guide you toward the Stillness and Strength experience. Whether you have questions about the retreat, need help with travel arrangements, or wish to explore a personalised Elysia stay, we’re ready to help you take the first step.