Named after the Zulu word for healer, Sangoma is a secret haven of calm, restoration and seduction. Inside this all-inclusive retreat, a sultry atmosphere fills the air, while the soft lighting, deep black walls and silky, earthen textures gently stir the depths of your soul. In the privacy of your suite, you’re immediately romanced by the sheer luxury of your surroundings, and a flood of hidden desires bubble to the surface.
Perched on the eastern edges of the dramatic Blue Mountain ranges, overlooking the fertile lands of the Nepean River delta below, Spicers Sangoma Retreat soars above all, and quickly takes your senses to equally dizzying heights. The hidden setting, endless indulgences, creative cuisine and refined service ignites the passion in every guest, and releases you from all responsibility, concern or care.
In the main lounge, a hint of the retreat’s original South African soul arouses the curiosity. Animal-hide ottomans and rugs, safari chests and rustic wooden tables are dotted throughout, and tribal artwork and kudu horn sculptures provide accent to the theme. Floor to ceiling windows flood the room with light, and the generous deck surveys the plains below. Here nature whispers to you gently, with the soft song of cheerful birds filling the air. The colours of the native waratahs and the succulent filled gardens present a calming palette to the eye.
In Restaurant Amara, the sophisticated dining room draws guests in with its soft lighting, high backed leather chairs, weighty, textured cutlery and generous bar. Its daily fresh harvest experience is based on only the freshest local organic produce available, and the intimate, personalised degustation takes the diner on a mouth-watering exploration of tradition, invention and playfulness. Vegetables take centre stage at Amara – think glazed leeks with purplette onions, artichoke crackers or a layered Vegetable Parmi – whilst technique driven ideas such as dehydration, foams and smoking all feature regularly on the menu.
The eight private suites at Sangoma provide the ultimate romantic escape, where you can truly reconnect. Moody, muted and sensual, the soothing colours and textures of the décor heals tired spirits and the bold artwork, deep baths, warming fireplaces and polished concrete floors rejuvenate even the most weary. The luxury suites offer unique experiences – on the eastern side, city lights flicker on the horizon; on the western escarpment side, the sigh of the mountain creek below can be heard.
Time at Sangoma moves slowly, although there is certainly no shortage of things to do. Spectacular nearby mountain walks in the Blue Mountains; gourmet excursions into Kurrajong and Katoomba; a couples massage in the indulgent spa tent; a wine and watercolour art class; an afternoon sipping cocktails by the pool – these can all be enjoyed at your own extravagant pleasure.
Our Rooms
At Spicers Sangoma Retreat, a strong emphasis is given to creating a luxurious yet relaxing environment that exists in harmony with nature. Each suite provides a high level of luxury and comfort wrapped in it’s own unique character.
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Merry Christmas from everyone at Spicers Retreats. We hope it`s filled with family, friends, delicious food and laughter.
Properties:
1) Scenic Rim Trail
2) Spicers Hidden Vale
3) Spicers Balfour Hotel
4) Spicers Tamarind Retreat
5) Spicers Potts Point
6) Spicers Sangoma Retreat
7) Spicers Vineyards Estate
8) Spicers Guesthouse
9) Spicers Clovelly Estate
10) Spicers Peak Lodge
We’re excited to share a significant milestone: four of our Queensland retreats—@spicershiddenvale, @spicersclovellyestate, @spicerspeaklodge, and @spicerstamarindretreat—have achieved Sustainable Tourism Certification through @ecotourismaustralia.
This certification is a testament to our dedication to protecting the environment, supporting local communities, and operating with integrity. Each retreat has implemented over 200 sustainability indicators across environmental, cultural, socio-economic, and management principles to earn this recognition.
How we’re making a difference:
- Eliminating single-use plastics and implementing advanced waste management systems.
- Prioritising locally sourced ingredients, with on-site gardens and food production to reduce food miles.
- Partnering with conservation organisations like the @hiddenvalewildelifecentre to advance wildlife education and protection.
- Supporting responsible suppliers, such as Vanguard Laundry and Koko Coffee Roasters, whose practices help our retreats give back to both people and nature.
This milestone inspires us to continue our sustainability journey, ensuring we create unforgettable experiences that preserve the beauty and biodiversity of our natural surroundings for generations to come.
Use your Spicers Retreats gift vouchers at any of our 9 luxury retreats, 8 acclaimed restaurants and bars, and premium spas.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! 🎄
December in the Southern Hemisphere brings hot sunny days (and a few wet ones too). Whether you’re soaking in the summer sun or enjoying the festive spirit, we have plenty of ways to help you stay cool, celebrate Christmas in style, and create unforgettable memories.
Here’s to a season of relaxation, joy, and sunshine-filled moments.
Learn more about Christmas at Spicers Retreats at the link in bio.
Spicers Guesthouse features a contemporary design blended with a warm and welcoming spirit, the ideal mix for a unique and memorable wedding venue. A variety of locations for both the wedding and reception are available with 49 rooms including a four bedroom cottage for guests to stay overnight.
Learn more about #weddingsbyspicers at the link in bio.
Image credits:
Lisa + Kevin
Photography: @musephotography
Styling: @prettyinwhiteevents
Venue: @spicersguesthouseweddings
Thoughtfully designed to make the most of the sun, the unheated east-facing pool at @spicersguesthouse becomes more inviting every week as we inch closer to summer. The jacuzzi is hot year round though, so why not engage in a little hot & cold therapy?
However you decide to enjoy your stay this season, do it your way. Discover your own Spicers story. Reserve now. Escape tomorrow.
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It`s raining cats and dogs in Brisbane at the moment which means only one thing: calling in sick, checking into @spicersbalfourhotel and finally finishing that novel that`s been gathering dust on the bedside table for the last few months.
The transition from winter to spring at @spicers.vineyards.estate is something to behold. The once bare vines are covered in leaves again. Outdoor picnics or bike rides through the #huntervalley can be enjoyed late into the afternoon, and the evenings are still cool enough that you can rug up by the fire. The Hunter Valley in spring is good for the soul.
Big box hotels are out. Boutique hotels are in.
In one of Sydney`s most exciting dining precincts, we`ve hidden a gem. @spicerspottspoint is graciously housed within three beautiful, conjoined terrace houses on Victoria Street.
Only minutes from some of the best restaurants in Sydney, you`re spoilt for choice with where to eat, and given the proximity to Surrey Hills and the CBD, you`ll be wishing you booked a longer stay just to be able to eat more. Additionally, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Art Gallery of NSW, and the new Museum of Contemporary Art are all within a brief 20-minute walk from your doorstep.
Add it to the list.
We are still a few weeks away from the stunning display of Jacaranda trees flowering along the east coast, starting in October in QLD and November in NSW. However, with the onset of spring, the vineyards of the Hunter Valley are already experiencing the early stages of budburst, flowers are starting to bloom, and temperatures are gradually increasing.
@spicersguesthouse is a convenient base to experience all the best Hunter Valley has to offer this spring.
