Highwood Health Retreat

Highwood Health Retreat

A Touch of Heaven

Highwood Health Retreat is nestled on top of Victoria’s Yarra Ranges just a short distance away from the picturesque Black Spur. Surrounded by eucalypt and fern forest are over 100 acres of beautiful small gardens, vast lawns, lofty trees, mountain streams and walking trails with breath taking vistas of the Great Dividing Range. This pristine Australian nature setting will rejuvenate, soothe, nurture and inspire you towards healthy living.

Highwood Health Retreat is dedicated to restoring and maintaining your health through natural treatments. However, guests on medications can relax too as our doctor can monitor and advise on drugs and communicate with your General Practitioner or Specialist when needed. He can also order Medicare billed blood tests to check your vitamins, minerals, cholesterol and other things.

Nature is the effectual restorer and possesses curative powers. All intelligent men and women can bring about great physical improvement when they understand the true philosophy of health.

What sets Highwood Health Retreat apart from other health retreats, is our aim to guide you towards a life of physical, mental and spiritual healing.

We believe that lifestyle adjustments and natural remedies can be effective in alleviating many and varied conditions which often coexist together. Conditions such as:

They can also be invaluable for those recovering from or preparing for cancer treatment.
At Highwood Our aim is not only make you feel better, but also improve your health, and give you the tools to maintain that health.

Health Shop

For convenience of our health guests we have a Health Shop on site, where our visitors can stock up on all necessities to enable them to continue with their healthy life style implementing newly acquired techniques and knowledge away from the retreat and without any interruptions. Our Health Shop offers a variety of health foods, vitamins, supplements and personal care products as well as a collection of health books, vegan and vegetarians recipe books.

Common Q & A

Q: Can I claim back any money from my health insurance fund for my stay at Highwood?

A:Usually not because we are not a hospital. However, it is worth checking if your fund covers you for any “preventive health” or “natural therapy” treatments.

Q: Does Highwood have qualified counsellors?

A:Dr. Bird has experience in counselling for many issues. We do not have a designated person whose job description and qualification is just counselling.

Q: What is the difference between the 5, 12, and 19-day programmes?

A:Medically speaking, most major benefits are seen after guests have been present for seven days. This is because during the first week there are detox reactions, adjustments to a healthier routine and withdrawal issues. This is the main difference. Also, the longer programmes more complete series of lectures, covering a wider area of common health concerns.

Q: When do the programmes start and end?

A:All programmes start on a Sunday and finish on a Friday.

Q: Can I come for times other than the 5, 12 and 19 day programmes.

A:Yes, guests can book in for programmes of other lengths and will be charged on a pro rata basis. However, we encourage guests to come at the start of the 19 day programme so they don’t miss out on important orientation and lecture material. There is a progression in education during the programme and coming later may feel more like ‘jumping in at the deep end’.

Q: Do you offer discounts?

A:Because we already offer a very substantial discount for pensioners and health care card holders, we do not offer any other discounts other than those advertised from time to time and mentioned on our pricing page. Persons who feel they can show evidence of special financial hardship can be considered on a case by case

Q: Will Highwood pick me up from Melbourne (Tullamarine) airport?

A:Yes, the cost is $80 one way. We also pick up from Lilydale train station at a cost of $40 one way.

Q: Which airport should I fly in to?

A:Melbourne Tullarmarine. Avalon is more expensive to pick up and costs $120 one way.

Q: Can I bring my children?

A:Special arrangements can be made for small children from time to time, so be sure to phone and ask us if our family accommodation option is available for the session you are interested in.

Q: Can I bring a carer?

A:Yes.

Q: What do I need to bring?

A:Medications and essential supplements. Medicare card and, if applicable, pension or health care card. Bath robe. Swim suit for steam room. Comfortable walking shoes. Slippers. Casual clothes for the health centre.

Q: What is the philosophy of Highwood Health Centre?

A: Highwood is operated by Christians using a scientifically validated approach that considers the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual life, and contact with the environment and people around us. You will be equipped with the strongest possible reasons, tools, and motivation for change.