5.0
Where healing meets home. 10/10.
There are places you visit, and then there are places that meet you. The Sentinel is one of those rare places that does both.
Tucked between majestic mountains and the shimmering lake, it’s more than just a retreat venue.. it’s a living, breathing sanctuary for transformation. From the moment I arrived, I felt instantly at home. And that’s thanks not only to the incredible energy of the land, but also to the warm, generous hearts of the owners and hosts, Gillian and Richard, who have infused every inch of The Sentinel with soul.
The accommodation was exceptional. My room had a super comfortable bed, a private ensuite, and views that honestly felt like waking up in a dream. The stillness of the water, the grandeur of the mountains… it’s the kind of beauty that speaks straight to the nervous system and says, “you can rest now.”
Every detail is thoughtfully designed, from handcrafted ornaments and custom built spaces to fire pits, hammocks, and pathways lined with wildflowers. There’s a hot tub under the stars, a lakeside sauna and cold plunge, and swimming spots that make you feel baptised by nature herself.
The food? Absolutely divine. Every meal was fresh, nourishing, and locally sourced, prepared with care and intention. You could taste the love in every bite.
And the staff.. genuinely nurturing, accommodating, and intuitive. They hold space for your experience without ever being intrusive, always knowing just what’s needed.
This is a place where strangers become friends around the fire, where healing happens quietly in the landscape, and where you remember what it feels like to belong.. to the earth, to your body, and to each other.
I came all the way from Australia, and I’ll be coming back every chance I get.
If you’re looking for a space that supports deep inner work, meaningful connection, or simply some soulful rest.. The Sentinel is your place.
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Tucked between majestic mountains and the shimmering lake, it’s more than just a retreat venue.. it’s a living, breathing sanctuary for transformation. From the moment I arrived, I felt instantly at home. And that’s thanks not only to the incredible energy of the land, but also to the warm, generous hearts of the owners and hosts, Gillian and Richard, who have infused every inch of The Sentinel with soul.
The accommodation was exceptional. My room had a super comfortable bed, a private ensuite, and views that honestly felt like waking up in a dream. The stillness of the water, the grandeur of the mountains… it’s the kind of beauty that speaks straight to the nervous system and says, “you can rest now.”
Every detail is thoughtfully designed, from handcrafted ornaments and custom built spaces to fire pits, hammocks, and pathways lined with wildflowers. There’s a hot tub under the stars, a lakeside sauna and cold plunge, and swimming spots that make you feel baptised by nature herself.
The food? Absolutely divine. Every meal was fresh, nourishing, and locally sourced, prepared with care and intention. You could taste the love in every bite.
And the staff.. genuinely nurturing, accommodating, and intuitive. They hold space for your experience without ever being intrusive, always knowing just what’s needed.
This is a place where strangers become friends around the fire, where healing happens quietly in the landscape, and where you remember what it feels like to belong.. to the earth, to your body, and to each other.
I came all the way from Australia, and I’ll be coming back every chance I get.
If you’re looking for a space that supports deep inner work, meaningful connection, or simply some soulful rest.. The Sentinel is your place.
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