Woodland Hive
Private Eco Stay at Shambala Nature Retreat
PRIVATE ECO STAYS AT SHAMBALA’S WOODLAND HIVE
Reconnect, Relax, and Rediscover in Nature
Welcome to the Woodland Hive — Shambala Nature Retreat’ s heartful haven for soulful eco stays. Tucked deep within 118 acres of ancient forest in Osmington, WA, this earth-crafted sanctuary offers serenity, connection, and the kind of rest that touches the soul.
Just 18 minutes from Margaret River and 15 minutes from Cowaramup, the Woodland Hive blends forest seclusion with easy access to the region’s vibrant culture and coastline. It’s your place to retreat, reset, and remember what matters.
A Stay That Nourishes Body, Heart, and Soul
Whether you’re sharing heartfelt moments with family, gathering with kindred spirits, or resting solo in sacred stillness, the Hive holds space for presence, joy, and reconnection.
A STAY THAT NOURISHES BODY, HEART, AND SOUL
Whether you’re sharing heartfelt moments with family, gathering with kindred spirits, or resting solo in sacred stillness, the Hive holds space for presence, joy, and reconnection.
Slow Living & Simple Pleasures
From board games on the lawn to tea under the trees, rediscover meaningful connection without screens or noise.
Nature Immersion
Surround yourself with the calls of cockatoos, the
hush of the forest, and stars unclouded by light.
Conscious Design
This solar-passive, open-plan retreat is built with sustainability and soul. With no TVs or Wi-Fi, you’re invited to truly unplug.
Optional Add-Ons
Enhance your stay with yoga, Ayurveda, private concerts, sound healing, deep ecology, and wholefood catering. All curated by our in-house and local practitioners. Check out our Bespoke Experiences Brochure to learn more.
WOODLAND HIVE HIGHLIGHTS & AMENITIES
Your stay at the Woodland Hive is designed to be simple, soulful, and spacious. Every detail supports rest, reconnection, and ease.
Amenities
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You won’t find microwaves, TVs, or Wi-Fi—just a focus on simplicity and meaningful presence. (There is however enough phone reception with Telstra). Immerse yourself in a stay that embraces simplicity, connection, and nature’s beauty. Book your escape today! |
Features
Accommodating up to 12 guests total. Base package pricing includes up to 6ppl.
From $660-$1320 per night + cleaning fee
Two night minimum Monday-Sunday
Three night minimum (school holidays & long weekends)
Four night minimum (Christmas & New Year)
Check in from 3:00pm
Check out by 10:00am
(Early check-in/late-check-out is charged at $60/hr.)
Organic natural bedlinen, body products and towels included in each stay
Firewood provided in the cooler season.
Sustainability in Action: Our property follows permaculture and eco-conscious principles. We rely solely on precious rainwater and recycle greywater to nourish our garden beds. We invite all guests to honor our sustainability principles:
- Use water mindfully — we run entirely on rainwater
- Avoid chemicals — only bring natural products (or use ours)
- Separate waste properly — composting and recycling bins provided
Amenities
- Mezzanine Sleeping Alcoves: 6 private comfortable timber alcoves – two with one single bed each, two with two single beds each, one with a cozy queen bed and single bed,another with one double and one single bed – totaling 10 beds. We provide organic cotton bed linens and towels.
- Two Bathrooms: Enjoy two well-appointed bathrooms—one upstairs with a bathtub/shower, basin, and toilet, and another downstairs with a shower. We provide natural soap, body wash, shampoo & conditioner, recycled bamboo toilet paper and organic feminine products in each. Our greywater is recycled to irrigate the gardens, so please avoid bringing and using chemical products.
- Fully Equipped Kitchen: Cook up a feast in our open-plan kitchen, designed for ease and efficiency. 4-burner gas stove & oven, dishwasher, large fridge-freezer, rainwater tap, sandwich press, tea pots, coffee plunger and aeropress, electric kettle + large capacity hot water urn. No microwave, blender or other fancy whitegoods. Plenty of pots, pans,crockery, dinner ware, and utensils. The pantry contains a selection of organic teas, mineral salt & pepper mill, brown sugar. We supply natural eco dishwashing liquid/powder, soap and cleaning products under the counter. Webber BBQ outside.
- Dining and Lounge Areas: Gather around a large dining table or relax in one of the many cozy sitting areas with vintage velvet couches. Two additional daybeds downstairs can be converted into extra sleeping beds.
- Central Wood Fireplace. We supply firewood during the cooler seasons from May-October. From Nov-April our region has a complete fire ban due to hot dry climate.
- Architectural Solar-passive Thermal Design: Our home is solar passive with polished concrete floors, large double-glazed windows, and sliding doors to maximize natural light, stay cool in summer, and retain warmth in winter.
- Outdoor Spaces: Enjoy dining al fresco at the long picnic table and bench setup, or unwind on the patio lounges. Explore the 35-meter lavender maze located right next to the Hive. Make delicious pizzas in our wood-fired pizza oven, enjoy a campfire surrounded by treetops (unavailable during fire-ban season Nov-April).You are cocooned here in your private pocket of our property, with only the yoga shala next door.
- Library: Browse through our large collection of books on various interesting topics.
- Engaging Activities: Discover a collection of lawn games, board games, quizzes, coloring books, and drawing materials for family fun and relaxation.
- Sustainability Ethos: 100% rainwater, greywater reuse, chemical-free policy
- Water Conservation: We rely on precious limited rainwater for our needs.
Features
Accommodating up to 12 guests total. Base package pricing includes up to 6ppl.
From $660-$1320 per night + cleaning fee
Two night minimum Monday-Sunday
Three night minimum (school holidays & long weekends)
Four night minimum (Christmas & New Year)
Check in from 3:00pm
Check out by 10:00am
(Early check-in/late-check-out is charged at $60/hr.)
Organic natural bedlinen, body products and towels included in each stay
Firewood provided in the cooler season.
Sustainability in Action: Our property follows permaculture and eco-conscious principles. We rely solely on precious rainwater and recycle greywater to nourish our garden beds. We invite all guests to honor our sustainability principles:
- Use water mindfully — we run entirely on rainwater
- Avoid chemicals — only bring natural products (or use ours)
- Separate waste properly — composting and recycling bins provided
How to Book
Book Instantly: 2-night minimum. Base stay for 6 guests, expandable to 12. Secure your preferred dates via our booking calendar.
Group Bookings: Planning a retreat or wholesome celebration? Contact us to discuss a custom group stay or venue hire that includes exclusive private access to the [entire retreat venue] area, including the neighbouring yoga shala, compost toilet and dam showers, the festoon-lit forest grove and surrounds.
Last-Minute Offers: Join our newsletter for early access to rare last-minute availability and exclusive direct-booking specials.
LIVE LIGHTLY – OUR ECO COMMITMENT
Embrace Our Sustainability Ethos: Eco-Friendly Supplies & Practices
At Shambala, we’re committed to sustainability and ensuring our eco-friendly practices enhance your stay while nurturing the planet.
Sustainability in Action: Our property follows permaculture and eco-conscious principles. We rely solely on precious rainwater and recycle greywater to nourish our garden beds. To support our sustainability efforts, we ask you to:
- Be Mindful of Water Use: Conserve water and use it intentionally. We run entirely on rainwater
- Avoid Chemicals: only bring natural personal care and cleaning products (or use ours).
- Follow Waste Guidelines: Adhere to our composting and rubbish separation practices. If you’re enthusiastic, save food scraps for our ducks, geese, and chooks in the orchard!
Join us in our commitment to the environment, and experience a stay that’s as kind to the Earth as it is to you.
What Our Guests Says
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3pm; check-out is by 10am. Early/late options available for $60/hr.
2. How are the Sleeping Alcoves arranged?
The Hive features 6 private sleeping alcoves, divided by sliding timber walls and curtained to the front (see images). They are arranged as follows:
Alcove 1 (closest to staircase): 1x single bed,
Alcove 2: double, single
Alcove 3: single, single
Alcove 4: single, single
Alcove 5: queen, single
Alcove 6 (closest to bathroom): 1x single
An additional 2x single beds can be made up downstairs, upon request.
3. Is there Wi-Fi or phone reception?
No Wi-Fi. Telstra mobile reception is usually strong enough to hotspot.
4. Is the retreat pet-friendly?
Since we have animals and resident dogs around, we do not allow for additional pets that may unintentionally disrupt their home territory, apologies. If you need your fury dog friend looked after while in the Southwest, check out our friends at Gypsea Tails, based in Margaret River.
5. What’s your cancellation policy?
30% non-refundable deposit. Full refund (minus deposit) if cancelled 60+ days in advance. Reschedules possible depending on availability. Full details in our [Booking Policy].
6. Can I bring a larger group or host a retreat?
Yes! We offer full Retreat Venue Hire for groups and events. Learn more here: Retreat Venue Hire Page
7. Can I book special experiences, like a yoga class, sound healing or a workshop, during our stay at Shambala?
Absolutely. We have a range of beautifully curated, wholesome bespoke experiences for you to choose from. Depending on your group size, these add-ons range from private concerts with a renowned acoustic musician, photography sessions, holistic wellbeing workshops, yoga, bodywork and massage, to custom tailored ceremonies, sound healings and more.
Check out our Bespoke Offerings Brochure HERE
Shambala is a an awesome venue which combines great facilities, natural bush and high vibe humans. Looking forward to my next visit 🤙😎.
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