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Living Valley is a not-for-profit, holistic health retreat that's unparalleled in Australia for its commitment to professional care and individual solutions for people with a range of health concerns. Our programs have evolved for more than 30 years, backed by world's best clinical practice and the highest quality products and supplements, provided in a beautiful natural environment on the Sunshine Coast that is the ideal place to rebalance and restore your health.
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The Living Valley Health Retreat exceeded our expectations. The staff was very professional, helpful and friendly - no wish or request was left unattended. Food and facilities absolute excellent. We booked the 2 bedroom accomodation at “Mango Manor” - private, peaceful with views over undulating hills Our 14 day stay was a perfect mixture of activities, treatments, and relaxation! We strongly recommend this unique and wonderful retreat to everybody with or without health concerns as a refreshment for body and mind! Uwe and Hilda Struenkmann
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 16 Sept 2021
Dear Uwe and Hilda, thank you so much for your beautiful review! It was an absolute pleasure to care for you both during your 2 week stay with us. We very much look forward to seeing you again someday. Wishing you wellness and joy.
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I just returned from a 3 week stay and it was just amazing! I have been to other health retreats and this was the best by far. Your journey is tailored just for you an no one else, The staff will look after you from the moment you walk in. The grounds are just beautiful and the food is just amazing! If you choose to juice fast then thats great as well. The treatments are all fantastic as well, not to mention the very friendly and caring staff. I will be returning in the future.
My room was close to all amenities as I have been recovering from an illness. There are rooms on the other hill that are a little further away but they are good for those wanting to loose those extra kilos. If you are wanting 5* luxury rooms then youre looking at the wrong place, its the service and the people and the treatments that make this place 5*.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Room Tip:I had room 4a which was lovely and close to the main building,
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 25 Nov 2021
Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt review of our retreat. It was an absolute pleasure to care for you during your stay. We send you love and wish you health and happiness as you continue on your healing journey.
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Living Valley Health Retreat is a must for anyone looking to rebalance their life. It covers everything you need to relax & rejuvinate yourself. It has just had a facelift (so I'm told) and it looks, feels and is amazing. The rooms are very comfortable, the surrounds are so tranquil, the facilities and treatments are fantastic. The food is amazing and the staff are just beautiful. You are treated like one of the family which gives the whole experience a wonderful holistic feel. I will be returning and I am so thankful that I have found such a beautiful place on the Sunshine Coast. Thank you Living Valley - you are all amazing
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 13 Nov 2020
Thank you so much for your amazing review Jennifer! It was an absolute pleasure caring for you during your stay with us. Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Sending you love and wellness! Living Valley x
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This retreat has a lot going for it but it pushes a version of Christianity without disclosing on its web site or marketing material that guests will be exposed to this – grace over meals, literature in rooms and the guest bookshelf, and worst of all, handing out of ‘come to god’ books for departing guests. If this was made clear beforehand then, well, we make a choice to go or not. As it’s stands, I found it deceptive, inappropriate, and insensitive to guests who do not share this religious stance. If you go, be prepared to get a good dose of their version of god.
If you are a vegan, it gets worse. On the positive, they cater well for vegans by way of meals, but the underlying and actively promoted ‘good diet’ has a big helping of animal products – red and white meat, and copious volumes of eggs and butter – and it’s a daily thing, not the occasional meal. My first visit with the retreat’s naturopath got a ‘where does your protein come from’ line and a suggestion I move to a vegetarian diet to ensure I get my protein fix. So no, outside of meals provided for vegans to eat, this is not a vegan friendly place to be.
Also, keep an eye out for dubious claims about diet and wellbeing. A simple search of the research shows some dodgy statements being made as fact when they are far from it.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 26 July 2021
Thank you for your feedback. We are truly disappointed that your time with us was not what you expected. We would have appreciated the opportunity to share with you the journey of Living Valley, as we were once a vegan retreat. However, throughout the last 30 years, working with over 20,000 people, of which thousands have returned on multiple occasions, we have made adjustments to our program based on scientific research, guest feedback and experience. The role of animal protein and good fats in the detoxification of heavy metals, petrochemicals, organic solvents, pesticides and other fat-soluble toxins is well studied and backed by science. Our focus has always been results driven. Our treatment and detox programs have evolved over three decades to best support the healing journey of all our guests, producing thousands of positive outcomes. For as much as our core foundation and morals are based on no denominational basic Christian ideology, we do accept that we cannot accomodate all philosophies and personal beliefs. A short prayer before meals has always been accepted in Australia - even in our Parliament. Most appreciate it. We exist to provide the ultimate healing experience. The great majority of feedback has always been extremely positive. We are disappointed that you did not also experience a positive stay. We hope that you have achieved at least some level of improvement in your health and we wish you well. We are here for you.
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Absolute bliss. From the moment you arrive you feel completely relaxed. The entire team make you feel welcome and supported, the food is amazing and the Detox program is highly effective. The treatments, the steam room and the activities are all excellent - there is always plenty to do or if you need a slower pace there is always somewhere quiet on the extensive grounds to curl up and read a book or have a nap. I’ll definitely be back!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 23 May 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We feel great satisfaction whenever we see those 4 amazing words ...."I'll definitely be back"! We are so glad you thoroughly enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to caring for you again when you return. Wishing you health and happiness, from all the team at Living Valley.
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What an incredible experience I recently had at Living Valley. The care and attention to detail was fantastic. The setting is absolutely gorgeous, I had been feeling unwell and stressed for a long time .Detoxing was the hardest part before my visit. The organic food ,treatments and holistic approach was exceptional. I meet some fantastic guests who made my stay even more enjoyable
It was great having everything taken care for me. The staff are so professional and caring.. I highly recommend Living Valley to anyone who needs to refocus and improve their general health. Can't wait to visit again.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Room Tip:Hill side country view cottages.
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 31 Jan 2022
Thank you so much for your beautiful review on us! We are so glad you enjoyed your retreat and we very much look forward to caring for you again soon! Kindest regards, the Living Valley Team.
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This is not only a personal journey of rediscovery but an important place to rekindle your health, realign your mind and take a discovery of learning. My experience at LVS was over 7 days. It was amazing. It was challenging and most of all overwhelmingly rewarding. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome. They are great at working together to make the stay feel personal and focused. The food was outstanding and the detox (3 days) was built into the program as it helps you kick-start your changes.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 21 Oct 2023
Dear Carey, Thank you so much for your wonderful review!! It was an honour and a privilege to care for you throughout your stay with us. Hoping we have the opportunity to serve you again sometime soon. Wishing you wellness and longevity, From all of us at Living Valley.
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Location is stunning, rooms are clean, recently renovated and have everything you need. Beds were comfy, amenities were all outstanding. The staff will happily help with everything you need, it's never too much to ask. They are patient & kind - wanting to help every guest succeed in achieving what they have come to Living Valley to improve in their lives. In my own experience my life has been positively impacted in so many ways I didn't expect, or even realise I could change for the better in. I stayed 4 weeks on Weight Loss package and lost over 8kg in my stay. Since being home for another few weeks I continue to live my new life with the new skills I was sent home with, and am continuing to lose weight and gain energy. The detox has helped me stay on track but so have the many daily habits I was taught during my stay. The other guests were all there for different reasons but we all had healthy goals in common. I will stay in touch with the lovely friends I made at Living Valley. Thank you so much to all the staff - You are all amazing, inspiring and genuine. I loved every minute of my stay and will be back xxx
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Room Tip:All rooms offer something different - All well appointed, ensuites, A/C, kettle, laundry access,...
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Before I came to Living Valley for the first time in May 2023 I was about 120kg limping with sever OA in my left hip. I needed to get a cabin close to the main areas as I could not walk without the aid of a walking stick. I came to lose some kg's for my hip replacement surgery (my ortho saying anyone with a BMI over 30 had a 400% increased risk of post operative complications- mine was 36). At the end of my first 2 week stay, I lost about 7kg and threw away my walking stick. My hip is still bad as there's no cartilage left) but I can walk as my PT at Living Valley gave me exercises to strengthen my thigh muscles which used to ache unbearably. I've booked in for my op having lost another 7 kgs on my second stay in July as I'll be down close to my goal weight of 100kg and under 30 BMI. Thank you to the founders Garry and Deb Martin and the great caring staff at Living Valley from the kitchen to naturopaths and PT's as well as a supportive cohort of other 'pilgrims' all treading the path to better health and nutrition. God Bless you for helping me on my 'progress'.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Room Tip:Your overall health will improve significantly
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 21 Oct 2023
Peter, we are overwhelmed with joy to read your words! This is why Living Valley still exists....we are here to serve, heal and guide people back to wellness. We feel so honoured to have played a part in your journey to good health, and we are just so grateful to you for taking the time to share your testimony! We are looking forward to caring for you again sometime soon. Sending you health and healing, from all of us at Living Valley.
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From the moment I was met by Bob at the airport I felt that I was going to be in a very caring environment and that is exactly how my week progressed. Each and every member of the staff was welcoming, caring and every attention to my individual requirements were attended to. The facilities were so nice, the grounds beautiful and I felt so relaxed while at Living Valley.
I gained a much better understanding of Nutrition and with the help of my Nutritionist Janelle I know I can now make these changes through nutrition as I move forward. The Lectures we were given were informative and well delivered.
The Spa facilities were beautiful and the Living Valley staff so wonderful and the treatments I had were wonderful.
The Food!!!! Well every meal was Delicious and again my needs were met without any problem which I appreciated so much.
All in all my 7 night stay was a Positive, Learning and Wonderful experience. I left feeling completely relaxed and feeling much better than when I arrived. I will definitely come back and will be recommending the Retreat. A complete package!!
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Living Valley, Owner at Living Valley Health Retreat
Responded 31 July 2024
Hi Ruthie! Thank you so much for sharing your heartfelt experience at Living Valley Health Retreat. Your beautiful words truly capture the essence of what we strive to provide for each of our guests. We are delighted to hear that you felt the caring and welcoming environment that we aim to create. Knowing that each staff member contributed to making your week special and attentive to your individual needs fills us with joy. We are so pleased that you enjoyed our facilities and found the grounds to be beautiful and relaxing. Your newfound understanding of nutrition, thanks to Janelle, is exactly what we hope our guests take away from their stay. It’s wonderful to hear that you feel empowered to make positive changes through nutrition moving forward. Our informative lectures, rejuvenating spa facilities, and the loving care of our staff are all designed to enhance your wellness journey, and we’re thrilled that they made such a positive impact on your experience. Your appreciation for our delicious meals and the attention to your dietary needs warms our hearts, as we strive to provide nourishing and enjoyable dining for all our guests. To hear that you left feeling completely relaxed and better than when you arrived is the highest compliment we could receive. Your intention to return and recommend our retreat to others is deeply appreciated. Thank you once again for your kind words and for choosing Living Valley Health Retreat. We look forward to welcoming you back and supporting you on your continued journey to health and wellness. With heartfelt gratitude, The Living Valley Health Retreat Team
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Hello
I think it would be best to ask the question of Living Valley directly, but from what I can recollect for that price you would have a private room . Some of them have shared bathroom facilities, so best check with them
There are more places to choose from in the Kin Kin area.
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AustraliaQueenslandFraser CoastGympie RegionKin Kin
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30
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