Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat | Montville

Why we like it

Some retreats try to convince you they’re secluded. Narrows Escape doesn’t have to try – it’s tucked into 7 acres of genuine rainforest on the Blackall Range, right next door to Kondalilla National Park, and the only itinerary required is “wander down to the creek, come back for wine.”

It’s adults-only, which tells you everything about the mood: this is a place built for slowing down and reconnecting with nature through the tranquility of ‘forest bathing.’

Eight self-contained villas (four with private heated plunge pools), each with a wood fire, spa bath, and a balcony framed by rainforest instead of a car park.

Think pillow-top beds, espresso machines, plush robes, and a breakfast hamper delivered to your door, so you never have to put real clothes on before 10am.

Five minutes from Montville’s galleries, boutiques and fine dining, but a world away in every other sense.

Additional info

The rainforest villas are private havens perfect for curling up in front of the fireplace with a good book on a rainy afternoon.

Unwind in your luxurious double spa bath, letting the bubbles soothe your cares away.

Most importantly, step out onto your private veranda and take a deep breath of that fresh, clean rainforest air. Pure bliss!

Narrows Escape offers a divine in-room breakfast hamper featuring the finest local produce. Freshly baked croissants delivered daily? Yes, please!

The real treat here is unwinding with a pampering spa treatment. Melt away tension with a hot stone massage,or awaken your senses with invigorating reflexology.

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Bedrooms

Each villa comes with its own kitchenette (fridge, stovetop, microwave, separate dining nook) so room service isn’t the only option when hunger strikes.

Bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries are laid on, along with complimentary port for an evening nightcap by the fire.

A big screen cover the rare moment you want indoor entertainment, daily housekeeping keeps things effortless, and in-villa massages can be booked for guests who want the spoiling to go up a notch.

Things to do nearby

• Walk to Kondalilla Falls – swim if you’re brave, admire if you’re not
• Browse Montville’s boutique shopping strip, five minutes down the road
• Cheese and wine tasting at Maleny Cheese and the local wineries
• Tackle a stretch of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk

Food and drink

Breakfast hampers and in-villa dinner hampers mean you barely have to leave your balcony, but Montville’s cafés and restaurants are close enough for a proper night out when you’re ready to put shoes on again.