Rated 5.0 by guests
Have destructive habits affected your health, relationships, and daily life?
If you want to stop the cycle, break free and take back control of your life, our world-class retreat is the ultimate place to heal.
Less than 2 hours drive from Sydney or Canberra, this incredible retreat is set on 100 acres of land and surrounded by national parks.
With private rooms, unmatched facilities, an industry-leading team and a stunning location, there’s nothing else quite like it.
If you’re ready to build a life full of purpose, click the button for a confidential discussion to see if it’s right for you.
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Achieve lasting sobriety, mend relationships, and reclaim control in a peaceful, non-clinical environment.
We help you uncover and address the root cause, allowing you to improve your physical, mental, and spiritual health.
Experience lasting recovery and freedom with world-class care. Backed by Australia’s leading psychologists and behavioural specialists, our programs are built on proven, science-based frameworks to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Immerse yourself in the serene natural beauty of the Southern Highlands nestled within 100 acres of stunning landscapes and surrounded by national parks.
Located just a short drive from Sydney and Canberra, our retreat offers a peaceful environment perfect for recovery.
With fresh, clean air and a tranquil setting, it’s the ideal place to begin your journey to wellness and freedom.
With limited guests and a secluded 100-acre location, you’ll receive one-on-one, discreet care in a peaceful sanctuary.
Our team is dedicated to safeguarding your privacy so you can focus on recovery. Personalised security is also available if needed.
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Enjoy your space with private rooms equipped with ensuite bathrooms and air conditioning.
Get active with our indoor basketball court, tennis court, fully equipped gym, pilates and sports field.
Unwind and recharge with our pool, spa, sauna and relaxing outdoor areas.
Find your passion again with activities like archery, golf, pottery, bushwalking and horse riding.
Find the root cause of your habits and create healthy habits with personalised therapy.
Enjoy delicious, locally sourced, chef-cooked meals, made fresh every day.
Visit the cows and see lots of native wildlife like kangaroos, emus, koalas, birds and echidnas.
Socialise and connect with other guests in the comfortable guest room (if desired).
A truly stunning retreat with scenic views and national parks, removed from temptation.
Many people are worried about going to a treatment clinic where they in a hospital-like environment, surrounded by unpredictable guests.
Southern Highlands is not like treatment facilities which can be intimidating, clinical and intense. It’s a warm and supportive place to heal, without any judgement.
As many of our guests say… “If I’d known it was going to be like this I would’ve come a long, long time ago.”
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If you’re struggling and thinking about recovery, we’re here to help. Enter your details for a confidential discussion about how our retreat can help create the change you’re looking for.
Or Call 0485 880 816
Our program is for a minimum of 28 days (4 weeks) but we encourage you to stay for 12 weeks if you can.
Some guests stay longer. Studies have shown that 90 day is more than twice as successful in achieving long term recovery as shorter periods.
However, we also understand that it may be difficult for you to take that amount of time out of your life and so our program starts at 28 days, to balance effectiveness with what you may be able to manage.
We only want to have you as our guest once and we are serious about you getting your life back.
Yes and no. Whilst we are not a 12 step program, we recognise that the 12 steps are beneficial for many people.
And so, we provide opportunities for guests to participate in 12 step meetings.
At Southern Highlands we are constantly striving for evidence-based best practice so we try to adopt the best of all treatment philosophies including certain parts of the 12 step process.
We have a holistic approach to make you mentally and physically strong and healthy so you can overcome your challenges forever.
The healthier you are before you come to Southern Highlands, the easier your life changing journey will be.
Try to eat well, sleep well, exercise and minimise or stop any unhealthy habits as early as possible before you come to us.
Above all, please come to Southern Highlands with an open mind and a genuine desire to give 100% to your recovery.
Unfortunately, no. We already have a number of animals at Southern Highlands.
Guests may bring only one phone with them. You may keep your phone with you, however, if you wish to make the most of our program we encourage you to limit using it or to even give it to us for safe-keeping. This is because spending time on your phone can become an easy way to subconsciously avoid the important personal work involved with your recovery.
The best coverage is available with Telstra (or Telstra related providers such as Aldi Mobile and Belong) and Optus. Vodafone is either limited or does not work on our property. Other providers not listed may not have service, please be aware and prepared for potential reception problems.
We strongly encourage you not to bring a laptop or tablet unless you need it for work or study. It can easily become an unhelpful distraction from the work you really need to do.
Internet/WiFi access is provided to all guests unless the clinical staff advise otherwise. Given our location, access may suffer disruption at times.