Create@Warburton – Sewing and Craft Retreat
Create@Warburton is only 75km from the Melbourne CBD but feels much further afield. Set on a large block, this sewing and craft retreat is nestled above the gorgeous township of Warburton and backs onto the Yarra Ranges National Park. Deer can sometimes be seen in the yard and King Parrots and Crimson Rosellas feed from the elevated back deck. Nearly all of the rooms have uninterrupted views of Mt Victoria (this sometimes is snow-capped in winter).
The Warburton craft retreat consists of:
- A large, well-equipped kitchen
- 2 separate living areas plus several nooks and crannies, and window seats to curl up and relax
- 2 bathrooms
- 4 bedrooms accommodating 13 guests
Bedroom 1 – two sets of bunks (4 single beds) and one single bed
Bedroom 2 – queen sized bed
Bedroom 3 – two single beds
Bedroom 4 – one double bed and one single bed.
STUDY – 1 single bed
- Expansive deck overlooking the garden and Mt Victoria
- Large laundry
- Shed for bikes
A combustion heater, an open fireplace, and two split systems keep the retreat at the right temperature throughout the year. A Bluetooth speaker is provided for your use. Create@Warburton is a pet free retreat due to the abundance of wildlife in the area. We have chosen not to have television reception to promote peace, creativity, and relaxation. A television screen is provided for DVD viewing only. Create@Warburton is non-smoking.
Craft enthusiasts are especially well catered for:
- 4.3 x 2.2m Huge craft table with inbuilt power points
- Lightbox
- 2 x design boards
- Height adjustable cutting table
- 2 ironing boards and irons
Large craft table
Local Attractions
Warburton Township
Warburton township abounds with quaint shops and excellent cafes and restaurants. There are several second-hand stores and funky clothing shops. Retro is alive and well with plenty of local attractions in Warburton. Take a walk along the Yarra River, as it gurgles past the shops, fish for trout and freshwater crayfish, or take a swim or tube ride. 
Cycling
There are numerous cycling opportunities in the area ranging from the gentle Warburton trail to the much more challenging Mt Donna Buang, the Acheron Way and Lake Mountain.
Create@Warburton is a great base camp for bike riders training for the 3 Peaks Challenge, the Alpine Classic, the Great Ocean and Otway Classic. There is also a plethora of mountain biking trails in the immediate area.
Orchards
Stone fruit, cherry, strawberry, and other orchards are close by and are not to be missed when fruit is in season.
Other
The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and ice creamery in Yarra Glen is a great experience. www.yvci.com.au
If you are after outdoor adventure along the lines of abseiling, river tubing, mountain biking, caving or bushwalking then contact Warburton Adventure Co.
More information on attractions close to Create@Warbuton are available at the retreat or at the Water Wheel Visitors Centre in the Main Street.
Walkers
Warburton trail
Lala falls (just behind the house)
O’Shanassy Aqueduct trail and many others.
A full list of the walks available from the visitor’s centre or www.parks.vic.gov.au
Markets
- Every Saturday
Organic Farmers’ Market – River Carpark, Healesville
- 1st Sunday of month
Warby Market – Mechanics’ Hall 11am – 3pm
- 2nd Saturday of month
Warburton Community Market – St Mary’s Church Hall
- 3rd Saturday of month
Little Yarra Market – Steiner School, Yarra Junction
Massage
Warburton Wellbeing is in the main street of town. A range of treatments including divine massage and the beautiful range of Warbotanical products are available here. It is wise to book your treatments prior to your visit to Warburton to make sure there is a space for you.
http://warburtonwellbeing.com.au
Wineries
Many excellent wineries are also dotted around the Yarra Valley. www.wineyarravalley.com.au
Walkers
Warburton trail
Lala falls (just behind the house)
O’Shanassy Aqueduct trail and many others.
A full list of the walks available from the visitor’s centre or www.parks.vic.gov.au
Markets
- Every Saturday
Organic Farmers’ Market – River Carpark, Healesville
- 1st Sunday of month
Warby Market – Mechanics’ Hall 11am – 3pm
- 2nd Saturday of month
Warburton Community Market – St Mary’s Church Hall
- 3rd Saturday of month
Little Yarra Market – Steiner School, Yarra Junction
Massage
Warburton Wellbeing is in the main street of town. A range of treatments including divine massage and the beautiful range of Warbotanical products are available here. It is wise to book your treatments prior to your visit to Warburton to make sure there is a space for you.
http://warburtonwellbeing.com.au
Wineries
Many excellent wineries are also dotted around the Yarra Valley. www.wineyarravalley.com.au
Book Warburton Craft Retreat
Tariffs for 2023
Weekend (check in 9am Friday and checkout Sunday 4pm) – $1220
Weekday – Sunday to Thursday with a minimum stay of two nights – $300 per night
Stay for a WEEK- seven nights and 8 days starting on a Mon, Tues or Wed $2400
Tariffs for 2024
Weekend (check in 9am Friday and checkout Sunday 4pm) – $1260
Weekday – Sunday to Thursday with a minimum stay of two nights – $330 per night
Stay for a WEEK- seven nights and 8 days starting on a Mon, Tues or Wed $2400
A non refundable deposit of $300 is required when your booking is confirmed. The deposit will roll over into a bond at the time of your stay. The balance is required two
weeks before your visit. The bond can be used as a deposit for your next visit or will be returned within 2 weeks when the retreat is left in a good condition.
Please note: that doonas, pillows, hand towels, tea-towels, and bathmats are provided within this tariff. Guests will need to bring bath towels, two sheets and pillow cases for each bed. Bed linen and towels are available for an extra $30 per head per stay.
Check in/Check out
We endeavour to make check in and check out times as generous as possible. For weekend stays, check in is 9 am and check out 4pm. Weekday stays are generally 2pm check in and 10am check out but we will vary this where we can.
You will receive an email with payment details.
Booking form Warburton:
Please click only on the nights that you want to stay at Create@Warburton and then fill in your details below.
You will receive an email to say your booking is pending if the process has been completed successfully.
Connect with Create Retreats
E | info@createretreats.com.au
M | 0422 976 439
