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Living Valley Reviews

35 Years of Transforming Lives

For many guests, the greatest transformation isn't what they lose, it's what they regain.

A renewed sense of energy. Greater clarity. Improved confidence. A calmer mind. The feeling of coming back to themselves after months or even years of putting their own wellbeing last.

Every guest arrives at Living Valley with their own story and unique set of goals. The experiences shared below offer a glimpse into the personal transformations that can occur when you step away from the demands of everyday life and dedicate time to your health, wellbeing and self-care.

Karen Stewart My Living Valley Experience

".... I had lost 3kg, this is not huge, but it was a great start. The biggest change was in my energy and personality. I really felt that I had got the 'old' me back, one that I had actually forgotten existed. I also arrived, they said I was like a cripple, (bad lower back pain) and struggled to walk around the facilities, I now had a spring in my step."

Judy From Burnout to Balance:

"When I first arrived, I was completely exhausted- mentally, physically, emotionally. I hit a wall and quite literally slept for two full days. I needed rest, and I finally gave myself permission to take it. Just one week later, something shifted.
I felt renewed, clear-headed, and more in tune with myself."

Anonymous Very Beneficial

"Highly recommended. Living Valley naturopaths and staff really know their stuff and give excellent advice. I did the one week detox and it really got me back on track for healthy living. I lost weight, my gut health improved and I am eating much healthier now and was given an exercise program that I am still doing 7 weeks later."

Listen to Evie's story on her second stay at Living Valley

28 Day Weight management Retreat Review:

“My month at Living Valley Retreat was truly life-changing. I arrived exhausted, in considerable pain and struggling with mobility after an accident, wondering whether this was simply how I was going to feel as I grew older. Four weeks later, I left pain-free, stronger, mobile and with more energy and confidence than I had felt in a very long time.

The combination of Kirsten’s nutritional guidance, Aaron’s personalised movement program, the wonderful treatments, beautiful fresh food and the genuine warmth and care of the entire team gave me not only my physical wellbeing back, but a renewed excitement about my future. I came home with knowledge and routines I can realistically continue for life, and I’m already putting them into practice.

Living Valley gave me something incredibly precious, the feeling that I had myself back again.

I am enormously grateful and will absolutely return.”

– Penelope, July 2026

Listen to Chris' story on his Men's Ultimate Health Retreat Review at Living Valley

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Discover what guests have shared about their experience at our health and wellness retreat in Noosa Hinterland.

Maurita R Feb 2026

I first came to Living Valley Health Retreat 26 years ago, and I have returned several times since. Over the years, I’ve witnessed amazing transformations — people arriving depleted, unwell, and discouraged, and leaving with renewed vitality, clarity, and hope. It has always been a special place.

Goodness B Aug 2025

Living Valley is the most special Space in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland! Stunning Property with amazing Food, Health Care and the most beautiful Staff. 10 out of 10 recommend you treat yourself- you will not regret the investment into your Health & Life-force.

Judy D Trip Advisor

When I first arrived, I was completely exhausted—mentally, physically, emotionally... Just 1 week later, something shifted. I felt renewed, clear-headed, and more in tune with myself... I emerged with a lifestyle and fitness plan tailored specifically my needs, my pace, my goals.