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Island Alive Forest Retreat

The ideal place for a wellness getaway, Island Alive is a secluded sanctuary nestled in native pine trees only 15 minutes from the Penneshaw Ferry

  • American River
The ideal place for a wellness getaway, Island Alive is a secluded sanctuary nestled in native pine trees only 15 minutes from the Penneshaw Ferry terminal on Kangaroo Island. Design your ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation experience with a choice of services such as guided breathwork, ice baths in nature, forest bathing and picnics or hot/cold contrast therapy in the traditional sauna. With an abundance of wildlife, marked nature walks and bordering a Conservation Park, nature provides the therapy and you choose the modalities to suit your needs. The main living area contains a A/C for hot summer days and a roaring pot-belly for winter, open plan living area, TV and internet. The kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave and gas stove. The main bathroom/shower is an old converted rainwater tank with clear perspex roof allowing views of the forest - it feels like you truly are bathing in nature! The king bedroom has an ensuite second bathroom and serene views of the forest from your pillow. The 6 seater barrel sauna is adjacent, with an outdoor heated shower to refresh between sittings. Outdoor dining tables and lounges offer relaxing spaces to enjoy the serenity. Multiple hammocks are suspended in the forest, there is a fire pit & pizza oven for seasonal use. Outdoor lighting adds a festive and cosy atmosphere... relax, unwind & reconnect on K.I.

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