Good to know before you arrive
A few practical answers to help you get ready for your stay, plus our booking, deposit, cancellation and privacy terms.
Frequently asked questions
Lifestyle Medicine is an evidence-based approach to preventing, managing and, in some cases, reversing chronic lifestyle-related diseases through positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. It focuses on wholefood plant-based nutrition, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, healthy relationships and avoiding harmful substances.
At Cedarvale, these principles are incorporated into our holistic approach to health through Nourishment, Activity, Rest and Connection, supporting physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing.
Cedarvale welcomes people from all walks of life who want to improve their health and wellbeing, take time out from the pressures of everyday life, or make positive, lasting lifestyle changes, and find renewed hope and happiness.
No, Cedarvale is a health and lifestyle retreat, not a yoga retreat. Our programs focus on improving physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through healthy nutrition, physical activity, relaxation, rest and practical lifestyle education.
Our approach is based on evidence-based lifestyle medicine and guided by Christian values of care, compassion and respect. We warmly welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of their beliefs or background.
Whether you're visiting on your own, with your partner, a friend, family members or a group, we'd love to welcome you to Cedarvale.
We can also arrange transfers from nearby train stations, including Moss Vale, Bowral and Bomaderry, as well as from Sydney Airport.
Victoria directions on Contact
Use the Yarra Ranges address and Google Maps link on Contact. Detailed turn-by-turn directions and a Booking Layer map can be added when provided — for now the Vic section lists address, phone and map.
- Comfortable, casual clothing
- Bathers / swimmers for treatments
- Personal toiletries
- Any supplements or medications you take (diabetics: bring your glucometer if you use one)
- A torch
- Slippers and/or thongs
- Good walking shoes, plus a clean pair for indoors
- Reading material, camera, binoculars — whatever you enjoy in your spare time
- Medical records and lab results, if applicable
- Tobacco or alcohol — not permitted on the property
- Illicit drugs or other mind-altering substances
- Junk food
- Candles, incense or anything with a naked flame
NSW (Kangaroo Valley): yes — there's a private guest phone that can receive calls any time. You'll be given the number when you book, so you can share it with family, friends or work, and you're welcome to make calls from it too. Wi-Fi and mobile coverage (through Wi-Fi-Calling) are available on site.
Victoria (Yarra Ranges): Wi-Fi and mobile coverage are available on site.
Deposits, balances and cancellations
Deposit
A non-refundable deposit secures your room. Pay online, by phone (Mastercard or Visa), cheque, money order or direct deposit — your booking is confirmed in writing once funds clear. Contact us for the current deposit amount.
Discounts
A 5% discount applies to 4, 5 and 12-night programs for return guests and pensioners.
Balance
The remaining balance is due on or before arrival. We accept cash, cheque, money order, direct deposit, EFTPOS or credit card (Mastercard or Visa only).
Cancellations & refunds
A cancelled or postponed booking can be transferred once, and must be used within 6 months — after that, the deposit is forfeited. There are no refunds or credits for early departure.
How we protect your information
Cedarvale Health and Lifestyle Retreat is committed to protecting privacy, respecting confidentiality and handling personal and health information responsibly. The full public policy (CH-P001 v2.0) is available to download below.
Our commitment
We explain how Cedarvale collects, holds, uses, discloses, secures, provides access to and disposes of personal information, including sensitive health and related details guests may entrust to us.
Who it covers
Applies to Cedarvale operations in Victoria and New South Wales — including Yarra Ranges and Kangaroo Valley — and to our websites, booking systems, guest portals, programs, accommodation and related services.
Legal framework
Information is handled in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles, the Notifiable Data Breaches Scheme, the Health Records Act 2001 (Vic) and the Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002 (NSW), as applicable.
Enquiries & complaints
Privacy enquiries, access or correction requests and complaints can be directed to the Privacy Officer via the contact details on this website or the relevant Site Manager. External review may be available through the OAIC or the relevant Victorian or NSW privacy or health complaints body.
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