Outdoor claw-foot baths
ESCAPE TO
FOREST HILLSIDE
Private Luxury Glamping in Southland
A boutique country side glamping retreat designed for couples, friends and small gatherings seeking privacy, comfort and something truly special.
Sleeps up to 6 · Exclusive use · Outdoor spa & baths · Private Grounds
Perfect for Romantic escapes, Birthdays & anniversaries, Family and friend escapes and Bridal Parties.
Escape, Unwind and Reconnect
Stay in a spacious, beautifully styled 65m squared glamping tent with all the comforts of home - including a full kitchen, private bathroom, heating, power and Wi-Fi.
Unwind under the stars, gather around the fire, soak in the outdoor baths and enjoy peaceful rural surroundings — all without sharing your space with anyone else.
This is not just accommodation. It’s your own private retreat.
The Retreat Includes
Exclusive use of the retreat grounds • Outdoor spa and clawfoot baths • Spacious luxury tent with premium bedding • Camp kitchen and bathroom • Covered Pergola lounge and evening ambience • Selection of Outdoor and Indoor Games • Projector for Movie nights
More than a stay - Create your experience
Enhance your stay with locally provided experiences including massages, ionic foot detox spa, celebration cakes, and local wine and platter options - all designed to help you personalise your stay and make it more memorable.
A new chapter at Forest Hillside is coming soon
From 1 October 2026, our Lotus Belle Mahal enters a new chapter — becoming Belle Retreat, a dedicated communal lodge at the heart of Forest Hillside. Alongside this transformation, four beautifully styled private retreats will welcome guests for the season ahead.
Devan Glade Retreat
Quinn’s Grove Retreat
Beau Haven Retreat
Birch Nook Retreat
Forest Hillside will continue to be offered as an exclusive-use retreat, meaning each booking enjoys private access to the entire property — the retreats, communal spaces, and surrounding grounds all to themselves.
This evolution allows us to enhance comfort and experience while preserving what makes Forest Hillside special: privacy, connection, and the feeling of having your own secluded escape.
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“We had an amazing stay. The accommodation is beautifully set up with so much thought and care put into every detail. It’s incredibly comfortable, well equipped, and offers fantastic entertainment options, making it perfect whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway, a romantic escape, or a fun break with friends or family. The setting is stunning and peaceful, and everything you need is right there to simply unwind and enjoy the experience. We couldn’t fault our stay and highly recommend to anyone considering it, and we will definitely be back again.”
Belinda Cartwright - Glamping
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‘’Amazing, If you are looking for a wee retreat ..this is it ! Treat yourself
Extremely well set out in nature with privacy ..... from the welcome sign on the tree when you arrive to the wee greeting card and chocolate waiting for you in the tent to the decor was just 10/10.
We enjoyed a spa and movie ,then I had an early morning bubble bath with listening to the birds.
Kitchen had everything you needed and more ... like marshmallows for the fire pit. Beds were so comfy and warm with your hottie.
Thank you very much , I will be back .’’
Maree Tressler - Glamping
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‘’This place was amazing!! Private, spacious, beautifully dressed enormous tent, kitchen (fully stocked with condiments, coffees, biscuits n marshmallows, cereals, milks and eggs) and full kitchen facilities. Flushing toilet and shower in a lovely cosy bathroom. Gazebo was great with a cosy fire for movies with the kids followed by a spa! The outdoor baths at night under the stars with the lights in the trees was another piece of bliss. Also lots of games (inside and outside) and a lovely setting amongst the trees and lights. Will definitely be returning!! Ps. The welcome note and board and chocolates were also a hit!’’
Vicki Smith - Glamping
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‘’The perfect relaxing retreat to have a night away. The space is set up with everything you could want and need, wake up with the birds in a spacious and private location nice and handy to Winton. The hosts were super helpful with any questions. Highly recommend.’’
Jaclyn Rome - Glamping
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‘’Amazing experience. They thought of everything.’’
T S - Glamping
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‘’Had my 40th birthday. Was such an awesome night. We did the 80,s prom murder mystery. Everyone had a ball!!! Kate was a great host and I would love to go back again.’’
Jane King - Mystery Murder
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‘’We did the 80s Murder Mystery and I honestly couldn’t recommend it more! The hosts were amazing, and the setting was absolutely beautiful such a stunning environment, 10/10. But what really made the night was the game itself and Kate’s hosting she kept everyone engaged and laughing the whole way through. It was the perfect mix of fun for both sober guests and those having a drink. Such an awesome night!’’
Toria Harimate - Mystery Murder
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‘’The place was sooo great and the ambience was soo cozy! Their facilities are complete and in great condition, everything's tidy and clean. Also, the owners are so approachable and helpful to us. All in all it exceeded our expectations of the place, and we would definitely come back.’’
Ryle Faith Cruz - Venue Hire
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‘’We had the most epic VetSouth Xmas party here! It is so beautiful, had everything we needed and more. Host were incredible.’’
Carey Buchanan - Venue Hire
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‘We had a very amazing and relaxing stay. Beautiful location very quiet and facilities were very well kept and modern. Lots of back yard games to play and enjoy. Watched a movie on the projector also. All the comforts of home but in a very peaceful quiet location without the city noise’.
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‘Beautiful glamping spot. Relaxing and quiet. You could tell the owners have put a lot of thought into everything. The entire setting was perfect with outdoor baths, spa and outdoor cinema. The kitchen had everything you needed and the food that was supplied was excellent. Highly highly recommend staying here.’
