The Grounded Getaway
Experience luxury glamping in Bilpin at Wollemi Ridge Retreats — peaceful bushland stays just 1.5 hours from Sydney
Glamping comfort, Glowworm magic and Grounded living — all in one Bilpin escape.
Your stay includes thoughtful touches to make your getaway feel special — a welcome drink and local charcuterie board, a guided introduction to the land, and a glowworm tour that brings the night to life.
Everything’s ready for you: comfy beds, a hot shower, and a fully equipped shared kitchen stocked with the essentials — oils, spices, tea, and coffee. Just pack your food, arrive, and let the bush do the rest.
Our shared kitchen, dining, and lounge areas are designed for comfort and convenience. You’ll find everything you need — cooking utensils, BBQ, fire pit, gas oven and cooktop, gas fridge and freezer, pantry staples, and a Moccamaster for those coffee lovers — so you don’t have to lug gear or stress about setup.
Relax, recharge, and enjoy a peaceful escape surrounded by the raw beauty of the Bilpin bush.
Included Experiences
Guided Welcome Tour
Upon arrival, Sally or Chris will personally show you around the property and explain the shared spaces for your off-grid stay.
It’s a relaxed introduction to help you settle in as well as chance to ask any questions before you unwind and enjoy your time at Wollemi Ridge.
A Welcome drink and charcuterie board
Upon arrival, receive a welcome pack of a tasty cider from the local cider shack and a board of local, tasty delights showcasing our region known best as the Sydney Food Bowl.
Glow Worm Tour 1.5hours
As night falls, step quietly into the forest and set out on a bush walk to discover the bioluminescent world of glowworms. A truely magical experience that makes the bush come alive after dark.
Your Stay: Comfort in the Wild
Choose your style of stay, each designed for rest and reconnection:
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Outdoor Bunk: A snug cocoon-style bunk. Open-air or closed blinds sleep with encased mosquito needing. A truly unique sleeping experience.
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Cabin Tents: Simple, comfortable, and surrounded by calm bushland.
Communal bathroom facilities include hot shower, compostable toilet, and basin. You have access to a shared kitchen, dining and lounge. Welcoming spaces to cook, unwind, and connect with others.
A Weekend to Reconnect
No noise. No rush. Just time to ground yourself in wholesome activities and quiet moments. To rest deeply, breathe freely, and head home feeling lighter and ready for the week ahead.
Glamping
Wollemi Ridge accommodation is designed with bush immersion in mind.
Wombat & Kookaburra Camps
Our newly designed cabin tents from HomeCamp provide the perfect balance of indoor outdoor living for a immersive sleep amongst the Australian bush. With mosquito netting and canvas doors on both sides of the tent, guest can enjoy a cool through breeze on those hot summer nights. Guests can choose between a king bed for couples or single beds for friends. The tent includes, koala mattresses, The Sheet Society & Sheridan bedding, bath sheets, head touches and ambient lighting. Included in the Wombat & Kookaburra Camp stay is our communal bathroom, lounge, dining and kitchen area.
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Bunks
Please note: Our unique accommodations are exclusively available through our all-inclusive retreat packages. Standalone accommodation bookings are not offered unless part of a minimum group of 6 people.
Outdoor Bunks
King Parrot
Cockatoo
Koala
Possum
Bandicoot
Echidna
Our bespoke bunks span up to 2.5m off the ground designed to invoke the inner child.
Encased in a thin mosquito netting surrounded by canvas sides, these one of a kind bunk pods ensure you peace of mind whilst providing the unique experience of sleeping outside.
Included in the bunk stay is the Sheet Society & Sheridan bedding, bath towel, head touch and ambient lighting with the use of our communal bathroom, lounge, dining and kitchen area.
Our Shared Facilities
Why We Use Compostable Toilets
At Wollemi Ridge Retreats, we use waterless compostable toilets to support sustainable, off-grid living. Traditional toilets use up to 12 litres of clean water per flush, compostable toilets use none—helping us conserve water and protect the environment. Our facilities are fitted with a quiet exhaust fan to keep them completely odourless and fresh. Simple to use and eco-friendly, they’re just one way we tread lightly on the land.
Gravity-Fed Showers
Our shower is gravity-fed, offering a beautifully simple solution for off-grid living. Without the need for pumps or mains power, water flows naturally from a tank positioned above the bathroom, creating a lovely pressure that guests often rave about. It’s a gentle reminder that comfort and sustainability can go hand in hand—even in the heart of nature.
Off-Grid Power
Our retreats are powered by a combination of solar energy and gas, allowing us to stay completely off-grid while still providing modern comforts. Solar panels harness the sun’s energy for lighting and basic power needs, while gas is used for cooking and hot water—offering a reliable, eco-friendly setup that keeps your stay both comfortable and sustainable.
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