Parklands Country Gardens & Lodges
Located within a spectacular 28-acre heritage property, Parklands Country Gardens & Lodges is the perfect retreat for pampering and indulgence. The secluded Escarpment Group-owned property is surrounded by beautifully manicured grounds featuring sweeping park-like lawns and lush gardens lined with century-old pines, cypresses and Japanese maples.
The elegant Hamptons-style property is set in an inspirational location near the magnificent Govett’s Leap Lookout overlooking the Grose Valley and minutes from the quaint village of Blackheath. Each of the seven open plan accommodation cottages has a gas fireplace with a day bed or Juliette balcony overlooking the garden and woodlands. Ground floor garden suites have picturesque courtyards. All guest rooms include complimentary mini bar, Wi-Fi and parking. The main house, lounge and breakfast rooms feature elk horn chandeliers, French striped wingback armchairs and sofas, beautiful wooden mantles and gas fireplaces with original artworks. French doors line the light-filled dining and conference spaces, which have gorgeous views over the gardens, private lake and expansive kitchen garden. Overlooking the sweeping grounds, the day spa offers guests a refreshing sanctuary where they can surrender to the ultimate pampering pleasure in a setting of natural tranquillity. Parklands day spa features two spacious double treatment rooms with private facilities, two single treatment rooms and a private steam room for individual relaxation, couples or special occasions such as hens and bridal parties, conference and event groups. Guests may choose from an extensive list of spa rituals and massage therapies including hot stone massages, facials, relaxation baths and body treatments including body wraps, manicures and pedicures. A visit to Parklands day spa relaxes the body, soothes the soul and uplifts the spirits. As well as a luxurious private retreat for individuals and couples, Parklands is an ideal venue for weddings, with a variety of ceremony locations such as the outdoor gardens, private lake with its own jetty, stylish marquee with bar facilities, Karawerra main function room next to the gazebo and opening directly onto the outdoor terrace with pretty English-style gardens, classic water feature and outdoor fireplace. Parklands is also perfect for unique teambuilding experiences such as kendo martial arts, bushwalking, cooking and demonstration classes, music and regional food and wine tasting arranged to suit every taste or conference event.
Parklands Country Gardens & Lodges is part of the Salter Brothers Hospitality group of luxury hotels in the Blue Mountains which also includes Lilianfels Resort & Spa and Echoes Boutique Hotel & Restaurant at Katoomba and the Hydro Majestic Hotel at Medlow Bath. Go to www.parklands.com.au for more information. Bookings: reservations@parklands.com.au or (02) 4787 7211.