Moments of togetherness ebb and flow throughout the year, and what follows often calls for a gentler, more unhurried rhythm. Here, we’ve gathered a selection of partner stays — ocean-facing, mountain-bound, deep in the bush, or tucked into rolling countryside — to inspire your own summer retreat.
Image credit: Natalie McComas
Ocean
Breezy calm after the festive rush. A chance to slow the days, breathe deeper, and let the sea reset your pace.
Image credits: Ridhwaan Moolla, Insitu Studio and Arlow Studios.
INJIDUP, WA
Mountain and alpine
High-country air brings clarity and quiet — the perfect conditions to unwind, stretch your legs and recalibrate.
Image credits: Eliska Sharp and Tim Clark.
THREDBO VALLEY, NSW
JINDABYNE, NSW
Forest and bushland
Back to bush basics. These escapes help you step back from the noise and reconnect with a slower, more natural rhythm.
Image credits: Anna Rees, Rachel Claire and SJL Photography.
THE PEEL REGION & FERGUSON VALLEY, WA
NATIONWIDE
Wide open spaces
Rural landscapes create space to exhale. Think wide paddocks, soft light and an unhurried pace.
Image credits: Sean Fennessy, Alberto Zimmermann and House of Mi-rin.
WENSLEYDALE, VIC
VIC, NSW, QLD
