[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat Cottage in Deep Creek ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568200/33568191/ffda9ea3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Eco-friendly cleaning products](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568200/33568191/c36d51ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568200/33568191/fe38c512.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568200/33568191/1c61af8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33568200/33568191/7ecab964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Deep in the scenic Deep Creek National Park, Southern Ocean Retreats offers self-contained accommodation options to suit every taste. Choose from cozy cottages like Glenburn or the award-winning Ridgetop Retreats, and spend your days exploring on foot or bike, snapping photos of wildlife and scenery. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat The Ridgetop Retreats continue to set the benchmark in design excellence for nature based holiday accommodation. Designed by renowned architect Max Pritchard they take full advantage of their beautiful location in the Stringybark Forest in Deep Creek Conservation Park and successfully blend sustainability with a high standard of comfort. They have been used as a template for sustainable tourism accommodation both in South Australia and Victoria and were awarded the prestigious Royal Australian Institute of Architects Award of Merit. But being environmentally friendly doesn’t mean going without. Parquetry floors, bespoke stainless steel kitchen, leather sofas and cedar venetians provide a rich texture for the senses. The floor to ceiling windows that are the hallmark of the Ridgetop Retreats create a strong sense of being connected to nature. There is so much glass you will feel like you are out under the stars and in among the trees. Visiting kangaroos, birds, bandicoots, a lush forest with wildflowers and ever changing weather patterns provide a visual feast for you to enjoy from your panoramic view point. The Retreats can accommodate up to 4 guests and are provided with all linen and continental breakfast. They are centrally located in Deep Creek Conservation Park and a convenient starting point for the Forest Circuit Walk and Spring Wildflower Walk. ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request ### Things to do - Bicycle parking ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Grey water recycling system - Recycling - Solar energy - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100460000/100456400/100456324/fd9ef7a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat Deep Creek National Park 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=100456324&PinnedHotelID=100456324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33573100/33573033/d816a3f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Deep Creek Homestead Deep Creek National Park - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33573033&PinnedHotelID=33573033&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62560000/62557700/62557643/9e38b928.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nowhere Else Cottage with private spa. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 535190\_S-1035535190roomTypezzOfZ8ratePlanzzOfZ33 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.633465,138.23253&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%60xmxEipujY%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40Q%40U%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40UBQ%40QBQBU%40QBQBQDSBQBQDQDQBQFSDMDQDQFSFMDQFOFQFOHMFSFMHOFOHMHOHMHOHOJKHMJKHOJKHKLOJKHKJMLGJKLKJGLMJGLKLILIJGLILGLENILILELENGLENGLCLCNENELCNENALCNANALCP%3FLCNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40LBN%3FNBN%40N%40LBN%40NDLBNDLDNBLBNFLDLFNDLDLHLDNHLFJHLFLHLHJJLFLHJJLJJJJFJLJJJJJNJJJJHNJJHLJJHNHNHLHNFLHNHNFLFRHLFNFPFNDPFLDRFPDPDLDRDPDPBPDPBPDRBP%40PBPBTBP%40P%40PBT%40P%40P%3FP%40T%3FP%40P%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FTAP%3FPAT%3FPAPAPCTAPAPCRCRCPAPCREPCPEPCPEPEREPELEPGREPGNEPGLGPGNINGPGNILINGLININILINKJINKJILKJKLKLKJKJKLKFKJMJKJMHMHKJMFMHMFKHMHOFMDMHMDODMFMDOFMDO%40MDODMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%3FMBOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOCMCQ%3FMAOCOAMCOAOEMCOEOEMAMEOGMEOGMEMEMIOGMEMIMIKGMIMGMKKIMKKIMKKKMGKMIKKKMMIMKKIMKKIOKKIOIMIOIOIMGOIMGOGQIOGOGQGMEQGOGQESEQEMGQCSEQEQCQCQEQCSCQAQCSCSAQCQAUAQAQ%3FQAUAQ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Cj_4LpCm4OSEF8p77O3kBpwJXGo=) Deep Creek National Park, South Australia #### Restaurants - ‪Zest and Thyme - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat located? > Situated in Deep Creek, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Blowhole Beach, Naiko Inlet, and Talisker Conservation Park. Boat Harbor Beach and Congeratinga Forest Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Nature stay Ridgetop Retreat Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trish E. May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage stay A gem of a spot. Gorgeous cottage. We had a great stay. Highly recommend ##### Trish E. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander Jun 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A perfectly clean, convenient, and well designed locations for a stay in the bush. Great for those that love the outdoors but want the comfort of a house. Huge windows and a very thoughtful design welcome the views of nature, while the provisons, fireplace, and comfortable bed made it a very pleasant stay. ##### Alexander Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard B. Jun 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Deep Creek Ridgetop Retreats Fantastic place to get away for a short break away from life’s distractions ##### Richard B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Milena D. Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful relaxing stay All the mod cons in a gorgeous native Australian setting. Close to great walks and beaches. We will definitely be back! ##### Milena D. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilma Jun 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllic Love the location. Secluded in the Australian bush with all the creature comforts. ##### Wilma Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew M. Oct 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet sanctuary We had a very enjoyable 2 night stay. Property was well appointed and very clean. The location in the national park is pretty unique. Very peaceful surroundings and a comfortable stay. Could not ask for more. ##### Matthew M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth P. Nov 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquility in the bush Secluded within the National Park, this is a lovely peaceful place surrounded by trees and wildlife - especially birds. You can't actually see the sea from there, but the park is great with wonderful walks and a feeling of being alone with nature. ##### Kenneth P. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara S. Jan 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful solitude We were surprised by the remote location, but enjoyed the beautiful home! The accommodations (including the stocked pantry) were great! We saw a family of kangaroo and enjoyed our hikes. There were a ton of flies that we were not quite prepared for, but kept us company :). We used the house as a base for kangaroo island so had a full SA experience! ##### Sara S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kylie C. Jun 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and quiet A stunning time away with family, a time to relax and be with nature. Breakfasts were lovely. ##### Kylie C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael A. Dec 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable experience Thoroughly enjoyable weekend. Property was first class ##### Michael A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 11, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Neatly secluded set-up for ultimate relaxation. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to anyone. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Will V. Jun 29, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to get off the grid & unwind We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the ridge top retreat. Highly recommended for those wanting a retreat from the ever connected world. Great walking/hiking. ##### Will V. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph N. Jan 8, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, quiet getaway Property even better than described, very peaceful surrounds with multiple native bird species and kangaroos seen within metres of our retreat over our 4-night stay. No TV, wifi or cellular reception (including Telstra), which was perfect for unwinding on our trip. Very useful information about nearby hikes and businesses provided by the hosts, this is wonderful accomodation and very good value for the price, highly recommended! ##### Joseph N. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa R. Oct 8, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location in a beautiful surrounds of nature Wonderful forest around the retreat was peaceful. Property is very well equipped and clean for a relaxed, easy stay. Good signage and directions made it simple to find. ##### Lisa R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Warwick O. Jan 21, 2019 #### relaxing stay in a sensitively and caringly presented retreat This type of accommodation should become the standard to achieve in terms of its connection with nature, its sustainable design and the thoughtful presentation ##### Warwick O. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Astrid I. Jun 6, 2016 #### Spectacular location! Perfect for a girls weekend of hiking, eating, drinking wine and laying about by the fire! Gorgeous views, wildlife interaction, comfy beds, lovely shower and perfect kitchen! ##### Astrid I. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue G. Feb 15, 2016 #### Gorgeous property and setting The natural setting was superb and the villa is beautifully in sync with the environment. We had a wonderful stay that was very relaxing. ##### Sue G. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter A. Apr 14, 2015 #### Beautiful retreat set in a beautiful place As a surprise birthday present for my partner this turned out to be a fantastic four nights. Entering Deep Creek you are emerged into tall stringy bark forest with ferns and grass trees lining the floor. Down the dirt track a first glimpse of the architecturally designed retreat is a delight. Upon entering you first see the perfectly framed stone fireplace and are surrounded by windows revealing the bushland beyond. The building itself is beautiful and the views through the large windows immerse you into the forest. With a beautiful bathroom, comfortable beds and open plan living all so well considered it is very comfortable. The nearby walks are beautiful and worth visiting for these alone. We can highly recommend the Ridge Top Retreats and would never leave if given the choice. ##### Peter A. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Mar 29, 2014 #### Secluded. Secluded. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible Jul 16, 2013 #### I would like to have stayed there but the only way to book was by email enquiry and I missed the ret I would like to have stayed there but the only way to book was by email enquiry and I missed the return phonecall. By the time I got in contact with the person a few days later they had let it to someone else and had nothing available for the time I wanted. Disappointing as I intended to book. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Apr 3, 2012 #### As we arrived there was a flock of scrub wrens and thornbills dancing around immediately outside our As we arrived there was a flock of scrub wrens and thornbills dancing around immediately outside our bedroom window. They were there for at least 10 minutes, much to our delight. I know this wasn't arranged, but it set our weekend off to a great start. Later there were kangaroos on the porch and other birds. and the free park pass was certainly appreciated. It was cold and the fire each evening was extra nice. We could come again! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Jan 12, 2010 #### We enjoyed our stay at Ridgetop Retreat 3, and found it a comfortable and relaxing stay. Just a litt We enjoyed our stay at Ridgetop Retreat 3, and found it a comfortable and relaxing stay. Just a little more attention to detail would be appropriate for the price, though. We appreciated the Park Pass provided. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Dec 16, 2009 #### Had a great little break from the kids for our 4th wedding anniversary. Very relaxing, wood fire and Had a great little break from the kids for our 4th wedding anniversary. Very relaxing, wood fire and lack of TV was great. Kangaroos come right up to the front door. Very modern and convenient. Pricey but worth the dosh. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 31, 2009 #### Fantastic. The retreats are wonderfully designed, offering a touch of luxury without diminishing the Fantastic. The retreats are wonderfully designed, offering a touch of luxury without diminishing the 'getting away from it all' experience. Native flora and fauna are at your doorstep, and in abundance within the beautiful Deep Creek park. Hikes galore, a short drive to the coastline, privacy assured and a very peaceful ambience. Great value for money, we loved it and will definately be returning. Thankyou