About this property

Beachfront Location: Island Alive Guest House in Pelican Lagoon offers a private beach area, spa facilities, sauna, and a lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes a kitchen, washing machine, and free toiletries. Wellness and Leisure: Spa facilities include a hot tub, steam room, and plunge pool. Additional amenities include an outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and barbecue facilities. Local Attractions: Island Beach is a 14-minute walk away, and Christmas Cove Marina lies 12 mi from the property. Kingscote Airport is 22 mi distant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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  • Acacia
    United States United States
    Everything was excellent, beautiful outdoor sitting area, the kitchen / common living area has a big window where you can watch kangaroos drink water, the rooms were comfortable. Saw a good amount of kangaroos passing through. Kitchen well stocked...
  • Sydney
    United States United States
    Such a great location and property. Honestly my favorite part of Kangaroo Island was hanging out here! So relaxing being in the woods and hanging on the hammock with the wallaby mom and baby walking around. The common area is a big size and...
  • Graeme
    Australia Australia
    It was a magical unique experience a truly authentic Kangaroo Island experience. Hammocks, Sauna, ice bath, outdoor shower, great facilities for making a special dinner under the stars sprinkled with fairy lights in a forest out of a fairy tail. ...
  • Carol
    Australia Australia
    kitchen was well equipped & had lots of stuff you don't want to buy like oil & salt & pepper etc Great quiet location, lots ofcarea to have own space kangaroo visits not too far from Penneshaw for supplies
  • Sam
    Australia Australia
    Such a peaceful location, and seeing the kangaroos in the evenings is great. Amy is such a kind person too and was so welcoming, and seemed genuinely interested when talking to me
  • Katharina
    Germany Germany
    Wonderful cabin in the woods! Kangaroos and wallabies were visiting the area to get some water - it was an amazing experience. Would definitely come back :)
  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    It was great, rustic, everything we needed. Didn’t get to meet the owner but she left us a welcome message.
  • Helene
    Belgium Belgium
    The location is superb!! Lost in the middle of nowhere, next to the wildlife and Nature, close to the beach. The general atmosphere, the kitchen, the outdoor setting... it was a perfect retreat and a good base to explore the island.
  • Piotr
    Poland Poland
    Big kitchen, everything in the room was clean and new.
  • Theo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice and peaceful, surrounded by kangaroos. Comfortable, clean and friendly owner :)

Hosted by Amy Pysden

9.1
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Amy Pysden
Silent Slumber Forest Cabin – Private Wellness Retreat **Adults-only accommodation with exclusive spa access on Kangaroo Island** Set within a peaceful pine forest just 15 minutes from the Penneshaw ferry terminal, Silent Slumber offers a unique private retreat for couples seeking rest, reconnection, and nature-inspired wellness. This all-inclusive experience combines boutique accommodation with exclusive access to a secluded outdoor wellness zone—featuring a sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge. The private forest-view cabin features a queen bed, ensuite bathroom, and a wraparound deck overlooking native bushland. Inside, enjoy natural textures, warm lighting, and complete privacy—no shared spaces or interruptions. Outside, native wildlife including kangaroos and birds are regular visitors. As part of your stay, you’ll enjoy exclusive and unlimited access to the Forest Flow wellness area, a cedar-wood barrel sauna with a forest-view window, a wood-fired hot tub, and a refreshing cold plunge—all set beneath a canopy of pine trees. Guests also receive two 30-minute relaxation massages, a gourmet cheese platter, a bottle of wine, and a seasonal breakfast hamper. This is an ideal experience for couples looking to slow down, disconnect from devices, and immerse themselves in nature. Whether you're at the start of your Kangaroo Island adventure or winding down before heading home, Silent Slumber provides the perfect balance of luxury, stillness, and rejuvenation. **Property Highlights:** * Private forest-view cabin (1 queen bed, ensuite bathroom) * Exclusive access to wellness area (sauna, hot tub, cold plunge) * 2 x 30-minute relaxation massages *Cheese platter + complimentary bottle of wine *Seasonal breakfast hamper with local produce *Forest deck with views, wildlife, and peaceful atmosphere *Adults-only, couples-only accommodation *No Wi-Fi, no TV – a true digital detox *15 minutes from Penneshaw ferry terminal *please inform of any dietaries
Hi, I’m a Kangaroo Island local and passionate nature enthusiast, deeply connected to this beautiful place I call home. As a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, I offer guests the chance to experience invigorating wellness practices—including ice baths, breathwork, sauna sessions, and contrast therapy—all designed to support deep relaxation, vitality, and connection to nature. You are free to experience these modalities at your own pace but if you would like some coaching, or 1:1 guidance, please reach out. Our forest retreat is a family-built project—a true labour of love that’s grown and evolved over time into something uniquely special. Every detail has been created with care to offer guests a one-of-a-kind, experience immersed in the stillness and beauty of the native pine forest. I live just around the corner and am on-site most days, so I’m always close by if you need anything during your stay. I’m here to help make your visit restful, memorable, and deeply restorative.
Tucked away in a peaceful pine forest, our retreat is just a 15-minute drive from the Penneshaw Ferry Terminal, offering the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. You’ll feel miles from the outside world, yet still be within easy reach of Kangaroo Island’s most iconic natural attractions. Our property borders Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park, with private access to marked forest trails for guests to explore on foot. Just 3 minutes away, Island Beach invites you to swim, paddleboard, or simply relax on its calm, shallow shores. A short 14 km drive takes you to the dramatic waves and rugged coastline of Pennington Bay, a local favourite for surfing, fishing, and photography. From our location, you can also easily access: * **Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park** – 45 minutes Meet koalas, kangaroos, and native reptiles up close. * **Seal Bay Conservation Park** – 1 hour Walk among Australian sea lions on a stunning wild beach. * **Raptor Domain** – 50 minutes Enjoy interactive bird of prey and reptile shows. * **Clifford’s Honey Farm & Island Beehive** – 50 minutes Taste unique Ligurian honey, a KI specialty. * **Little Sahara Sand Dunes** – 1 hour Try sandboarding or quad biking in a desert-like landscape. * **Flinders Chase National Park** (Remarkable Rocks & Admirals Arch) – 1 hr 45 mins Visit iconic rock formations and watch long-nosed fur seals in the wild. Whether you’re here for the wellness, the wildlife, or the raw natural beauty, our forest sanctuary offers a peaceful base to explore all that Kangaroo Island has to offer—before retreating back to silence, stars, and stillness.
Language spoken: English

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From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
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Available 24 hours
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Children of all ages are welcome.

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