This July, The Louise invites you to experience the Barossa Valley at its most tranquil during Slow Down in Wine Country - a refined three-night escape designed to soothe the senses and restore connection through curated moments of creativity, wellness, and world-class gastronomy.

Bask under crisp, blue winter skies and gather fireside with a glass of Barossa red as you step away from the busyness of everyday life. This exclusive weekend brings together some of the region’s most inspiring creators and tastemakers – from vignerons and chefs to artists and yogis – offering an immersive, soulful journey into the heart of wine country.

Each day is anchored in serenity: begin with a gentle yoga flow led by Kirsty Mackirdy of Yoga Barossa, followed by a nourishing gourmet breakfast. Discover the power of presence through guided meditations, vineyard strolls, a contemporary art gallery tour, and creative art workshops, including mandala design with commissioned artist Janelle Amos and grapevine charcoal-making at Wonderground Gallery with owners and artists Renee de Saxe and Kirsty Kingsley. 

A bespoke wellness menu invites you to customise your experience – think in-suite massages, reiki sessions, pottery workshops, and nature walks through the valley’s hidden corners. Evenings unfold with elegant dining at Appellation, where seasonal menus are thoughtfully paired with iconic Barossa wines and the warm company of local artists and hosts.

With generous inclusions, from use of the lodge sauna, pool, and e-bikes to private gallery tours and the intimate ambiance of the speakeasy lounge, Slow Down in Wine Country is an indulgent and deeply grounding celebration of the senses.

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Whether you seek creative inspiration, holistic nourishment, or simply time to reconnect with self and place, The Louise offers the perfect winter retreat in the timeless beauty of the Barossa Valley.

Enjoy generous standard inclusions over three nights, including:

  • Appellation dinners, matched with wines
  • Daily gourmet breakfast
  • Selected in-suite bar
  • Mandala design workshop with artist Janelle Amos
  • Daily yoga flow, facilitated by Kirsty Mackirdy of Yoga Barossa
  • Guided tour of Wonderground Gallery
  • Barossa grapevine charcoal making workshop, and freestyle drawing
  • Tour of Mirus Vineyard and wine tasting
  • Guided meditation on two afternoons
  • Use of lodge sauna, lap pool, gym and e-bikes for self-guided adventures

Optional bespoke wellness menu (at an additional cost, subject to availability):

  • In-suite relaxation massage
  • Pottery workshop with Goldie & the Earth
  • Guided nature walks
  • Consult with a naturopath
  • Reiki session
  • Private yoga with Kirsty Mackirdy of Yoga Barossa

Itinerary

  • Day One
    • Check-in to The Louise
    • Time at leisure (optional bespoke wellness menu)
    • Welcome circle
    • Pre-dinner drinks and snacks and a viewing of the lodge artwork, led by Wonderground Gallery owners Renee de Saxe and Kirsty Kingsley
    • Dinner at Appellation restaurant, matched with wines, hosted by Wonderground Gallery owners Renee de Saxe and Kirsty Kingsley
  • Day Two
    • Yoga flow, facilitated by Kirsty Mackirdy of Yoga Barossa
    • Gourmet breakfast
    • Time at leisure (optional bespoke wellness menu)
    • Mandala design workshop with artist Janelle Amos
    • Lunch at The Louise
    • Time at leisure (optional bespoke wellness menu)
    • Meditation
    • Pre-dinner drinks and snacks
    • Dinner at Appellation restaurant, matched with wines
  • Day Three
    • Gourmet breakfast
    • Yoga flow at Wonderground Gallery, facilitated by Yoga Barossa
    • Guided tour of Wonderground Gallery and the SALA exhibition ‘Flower Bomb’
    • Barossa grapevine charcoal making workshop, and freestyle drawing
    • Barossa-style lunch
    • Tour of Mirus Vineyard and wine tasting
    • Time at leisure (optional bespoke wellness menu)
    • Meditation
    • Pre-dinner drinks and snacks
    • Dinner at Appellation restaurant, matched with wines
    • After dinner tipple in the speakeasy lounge
  • Day Four
    • Gourmet breakfast
    • Time at leisure (optional bespoke wellness menu)
    • Depart

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