Life moves fast—too fast. The constant demands, the pressure to perform, and the relentless pace can leave us feeling depleted, disconnected, and exhausted.

When was the last time you truly stopped, breathed, and let yourself simply be?

This exclusive, premium 3-day meditation retreat offers a rare opportunity to step away from the noise and into a world of effortless relaxation, deep presence, and quiet luxury.

Set against the pristine beauty of Noosa North Shore, you’ll experience:

✨ 5-star accommodation in a breathtaking natural setting

✨ Exquisite, chef-prepared vegetarian cuisine to nourish body and mind

✨ A curated meditation program, designed to reconnect you with your inherent ease and OKness

Allow the beautiful and serene natural retreat environment and meditation sessions to support your wellbeing, as you are invited into a simple schedule that includes regular guided sitting and walking mindfulness meditations, instruction periods and plenty of free time.

Enjoy beautiful vegetarian food prepared by personal chef and qualified nutritionist and herbalist,  Leanne Johnstonfrom Simply Nourishing. Produce is sourced from various places, including direct from a bio-dynamic farm and small community focused business’s providing organic and sustainable products.

“It was like a balm for the soul.” – Carmel Brock

Experience gentle guided meditations, the support of one of Australia’s leading mindfulness meditation teachers, an environment that reinforces your own natural Okness, a full day of silence and plenty of spare time.

Unplug and unwind in an environment where all you need to do is be.

Your meals and schedule are all taken care of. Just relax, rest and be guided by your own inner authority on a profound journey of self-acceptance and self-love.

“I gained a sense of inner peace and calmness that I haven’t felt in a long time. A well need reset occurred that is assisting me in dealing with all the challenges that are taking place.” – Elaine Lawry

• Reclaim your own inner authority.
• Recharge, reset, restore, and re-align with your authentic self.
• Let go of feelings of not being good enough, being broken or needing fixing.
• Simple, non-religious, trauma-informed meditation practices and teaching.

This retreat consists of group sessions along with free time to move with your own rhythm. Daily sessions include instruction in the practice of mindfulness, sitting and walking mindfulness meditations and an enquiry period. This retreat is suitable for people who are new to the practice as well as those with previous experience of mindfulness/meditation.

Tech Free

We ask that you do not use cell phones or internet devices during the length of the retreat. This means you can focus on and enjoy the natural, supportive environment of the retreat and your meditation practice. It also means less stress, less anxiety and less hassle!

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Reflections of The Heart – Day of Silence

The second day of this retreat will be conducted in silence from when we get up until the evening meal. This offers a unique and special time to dive deep into your own sense of presence and being.

Inclusions

Your retreat fee includes:

• 2 night’s’ accommodation at Noosa Beach Rd Holiday Homes – North Shore (all single rooms)
• All meals, specially created and catered by Leanne from Simply Nourishing
• All group meditation instruction
• All hotel guest facilities (swimming pool, hot pool)

Who Should Attend This Retreat?

This retreat is ideal for:

• People who have never practiced meditation before, but would love to learn in a fully supportive environment.
• People just starting out on their meditation journey, or longer term meditators who want a more immersive experience.
• Experienced meditation practitioners who enjoy retreat experiences.
• Busy professionals who want a genuine restorative break.
• People who have a sense that there is more to life and want to deepen into feelings of presence and unconditional love.
• Anyone who would like a greater of degree self-love, self-forgiveness and self-acceptance in their life.

Karl Baker is the founder of Mindfulness Works – Australasia’s number one mindfulness training organisation.

Karl has been practising meditation for over 22 years. He has been a student of Stephen for much of that time. He has attended numerous multi-day silent meditation retreats and worked extensively one on one as a student of Jeremy Logan, a leading Insight Meditation teacher and counsellor, and has been a student in the Zen tradition.

Karl established Mindfulness Works, the largest mindfulness meditation training organisation in Australia and New Zealand. He designed and delivered a beginners mindfulness meditation course which over 40,000 people have participated in. Karl leads a team of over fifty mindfulness meditation educators, including psychotherapists, counsellors and MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) teachers as part of the Mindfulness Works organisation.

Karl’s approach to mindfulness is centred around his own exploration of what it means to be radically self-accepting. He is a compassionate, authentic, and heartfelt teacher who values the precious opportunity to be authentic and vulnerable in a supportive environment.

“I loved Karl’s teaching. He was enough to keep things moving along in a light hearted way without overpowering individual needs within the group” – Susan Parminter

“Karl has a gentle and reassuring message that we are all okay, exactly as we are, in this moment, no matter what is going on in life. Not only is radical acceptance explained, Karl has a way of personal sharing that suggests that ‘not good enough’ and comparison are untruths we tell ourselves. He easily infused a message of oneness, okay-ness and we’re alright as we are in the workshop. During the session, I felt at ease, seen, heard and supported along with the other group members.” – Michelle Ryan

“Karl was brilliant, so easy to listen to, open, welcoming, kind, passionate, considerate, validating and informative.” – Erin Harvey

“I found Karl to be great at facilitating. He is a genuine, kind and humble person. He is also very passionate and his passion to help people comes through.” – Ankur Sarawal

“Karl is an amazing, expert yet accessible teacher whose job description is human. His enthusiasm is contagious.” – Chris Egan

Fringed by native bushland, unspoilt beaches and pristine waterways and situated at the gateway of the Cooloola-Great Sandy National Park, Beach Road Holiday Homes allow you to get back to nature AND enjoy 5 star accommodation

“All the homes are beautifully decorated, clean and amazing nature views from every room.” – Deb Hall

“Beach Road Holiday Homes is an absolute gem! The location is great, surrounded by the forest that provides a sense of privacy.” – Olesya Bassos

” . The homes themselves were beautifully appointed, offering comfort and style amidst the natural beauty of the area. We loved waking up to the sound of the waves and spending our days exploring the pristine beaches nearby.” – Sally Hurley

Senses – Beach Road Holiday Homes Location

90 Beach Rd, Noosa North Shore QLD 4565

Friday 18th July

Arrive from 2pm: Free time and enjoy facilities
6.00 pm: Dinner
7.30 pm: Welcome, orientation and guided meditation
9 pm: Free time

Satuday 19th July – Reflections of the Heart

6.45 am: Sitting meditation. Silence begins.

7.30 am: Breakfast

9.30 am: – 12.00 pm Sitting and walking meditation, guidance & reflections

12.00 pm – 2.30pm Lunch and free time

2.30 pm – 5.00pm: Sitting and walking meditation. Break silence.

5.00 pm – 6.45 pm: Dinner and free time

6.45 pm – 8.20 pm: Sitting meditation, talk and reflections

Sunday  20th July

6.45 am: Sitting meditation
7.30 am: Breakfast
9.00 am: Final sitting meditation and closing.
10.30am: Free time and enjoy facilities
11.00am: Lunch
12.00pm: Retreat ends.

All rooms are generously sized single rooms.

Price includes: 2 nights accommodation, all meditation sessions, all meals. Tickets are non-refundable.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call or text Karl on +61 424 995028 or email us using the contact form further below.

How to Get To Senses Beach Rd Holiday Homes, North Shore – Noosa

Noosa North Shore Ferry

Arriving at Senses begins with a quick, scenic ferry ride across the Noosa River. Wind down the windows and enjoy the experience!

• Where to Go: Drive to the end of Moorindil Street in Tewantin and wait in line to board the car ferry.
• Boarding the ferry: A ferry attendant will guide you on to the ferry, help you park in the correct position and take your payment via your driver-side window.
• Ferry Fees: $15 one way, $30 return or a $130 pass for 10 trips (ideal for frequent or long-stay guests).
• Payment Options: EFTPOS and cash accepted.
• Duration: The ferry crossing takes just 5 minutes. You may have to wait in line initially to get on the ferry.
• On the ferry: You do not need to get out of your car to board, use or pay for the ferry.
• Timetable: Noosa North Shore Ferries operates 365 days a year and departs approx. every 10 minutes within the below operating hours:Sunday – Thursday 5:30 am till 10:20 pm
  Friday & Saturdays 5.30 am till 12:20 am

Directions from the Ferry

After leaving the ferry, you’ll arrive at Senses within minutes, where your holiday truly begins.

Once you disembark from the ferry:

• Drive past the Noosa North Shore Tavern and Car Wash.
• Take the next right and follow the road to the Senses entrance.
• Address: 90 Beach Rd, Noosa North Shore, QLD 4565

Do I Need a 4WD?

You don’t need a four-wheel drive to reach Senses. The ferry and property are accessible for all vehicle types.

Parking at Senses

All our houses offer covered carports and plenty of surrounding parking space.

Other Questions About The Retreat? Please Contact Us.