Kookaburra Creek Bush Retreat
Accommodation Melrose SA
A Unique Australian Bush Experience
Set on 80 acres of privately owned bushland, on the foothills of Mt Remarkable in the Southern Flinders Ranges.
Offering Accommodation which is affordable and comfortable with the option of Bush Camping.
To make an Enquiry or to Book, please go to Contact Us or Rates/Bookings
Contact Melita: 0439 618 378
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That’s as busy as the traffic gets around here lately!
It’s a trail of migrating caterpillars!
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I found this article interesting. Locals know to keep their distance from these caterpillars as they’re not a cute as they look. East Arrernte people use the processionary caterpillar conga line to predict the seasons, with the length of the line corresponding to the length of the winter. (We’ve only seen short lines of caterpillars this season) 😕 www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=19&ved=2ahUKEwjPrZ6Z1r_oAhXP4zgGHdqLAKkQFjASegQIAxAB&url=ht...
Awful things have destroyed a couple of our wattles 😔
Amazing! And creepy!!
I remember being freaked out by this several years ago
Evening family walks on our bush property are one of our favourite things.
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I sit here early morning, listening to a flock of Galahs excitedly enjoying the gentle rain. The scent of the bush after rain is so therapeutic. Kookaburra’s, Grey Shrike Thrush, their happy bird call make me feel safe and protected.
Even though so peaceful, here too we are feeling the uncertainty and worries everyone is feeling right now regarding coronavirus. We’re all in this together.
It is our top priority to protect our family at this point, and also our dearly loved community.
We understand that so many were looking forward to experiencing an escape and feeling the freedom which the outback offers.
But we want what is best and safest for everyone right now.
Heavy heartedly we have decided that to do this, we need to close our doors and go with what feels right.
If we all do our bit we will be on the other side before we know it!
It is unknown at this stage how long we will stay closed for, but we’ll stay in touch. We understand your disappointment.
We want to reassure guests with bookings that we are understanding and flexible and will happily transfer bookings to a later date where possible. I have already contacted many guests, and will continue to get through them all!
We are going to dearly miss welcoming new and wonderful people to our bush retreat, to enjoy our little piece of heaven!
It’ll be lonely without you!
We will now be spending our time treasuring all little things we sometimes take for granted.
We are going to stay positive through this, we all need to.
This will be an opportunity to do more of the things we love, but sometimes don't have the time for.
Time to enjoy living in the present moment. Time to cherish having more relaxed family time. Showing more love, being mindful, aware and appreciative.
Time to get all those home projects up and happening...become more self-sufficient, learn new things, there couldn’t be a better time!
Our creative spirit will be free to play... Please continue to follow us as we journey through this.
Even though we’ll be a distance away we want to stay in touch!
Wishing you all the very best in health, safety and happiness, and look forward to meeting one day soon.
Jo, Melita & Family
Such a beautiful spot you will rebuild. We will be back!
Stay safe. Thinking of you all in Melrose. Things will become better.
Loved staying here, all the best guys
Damn was hoping to book for our anniversary end of April 😢
We will be back when you reopen 🌿❤️. Take care and give Wallace a pat from us x
I have been wanting to come and stay for awhile but due to sad family matters, have been unable to. Was just thinking of booking in for May. Keen to come asap. Best wishes to you all.🌲🐧💐🐨🦉🐸🦎🐢🌳🦋
All strength to you Jo and Melita and family 💪❤️
Sad but wise decision. X
Very well written. I wish you & your family health & happiness. We all need to slow down & protect ourselves. 😀
Later.....
And when this is all over we will celebrate 💗
🙏❤️☹️
Well said Melita. We look forward to some peace and serenity at Kookaburra Creek again soon 🌟🔥❤️