Private Luxury Wellness & Mental Health Retreat in Rural South Australia

Serene Retreat operates as a private mental health and wellness centre in rural South Australia, specialising in one-client-at-a-time programs. That means your week is not shared with other guests — the clinical team, the chef, the wellness practitioners, and the whole property are focused on you alone. It's a level of privacy and personalisation that most retreats can't offer, and it's the central reason people choose this place over a group program.

The program itself is built around your stated needs, whether that's trauma recovery, burnout, anxiety, or simply a need to step off the treadmill. Each day typically includes a one-on-one therapy session with a clinical psychologist or trauma specialist, a holistic practice like meditation or breathwork, and some form of nature-based time — a guided walk, quiet reflection outside, or journaling in the garden. The rest of the day is unstructured, and that's deliberate: afternoons and evenings are yours to rest, read, walk, or just sit with the quiet.

It's not a fitness retreat, and it's not a spa holiday either — although there's a sauna and spa on site and massages are included. The focus is squarely on mental and emotional recovery. The team is led by Sibi Thompson, founder and director of Serene Retreat, who has built the centre around dignity, privacy, and evidence-based care. You'll have the same small team around you all week, which makes it feel less like a treatment centre and more like a very well-supported personal reset.

Location is a big part of the experience. Compton sits in the Limestone Coast region, about 15–20 minutes from Mount Gambier. The property is surrounded by farmland, with big skies and fresh air, yet you're close enough to town for cafés and shops, and to natural sights like the Blue Lake and Umpherston Sinkhole. It's a genuinely peaceful setting that does a lot of the healing work on its own.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 6 Nights Accommodation in a private suite - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Welcome drink - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Cooking class - Specialized workshops - 1 hour treatment (e.g., massage) - 30 minute massage - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Course Manual - Professional event photos - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Transportation during the retreat - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - Access to sauna and spa facilities - Use of all property amenities

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments (beyond those included) - Optional upgrades (e.g., extra nights, extra massage, laundry service)