Mystwood Retreats

I cannot thank Lieneka, Simon and Colin enough!! My husband and I had the most amazing and stress free midweek getaway because of all the care and effort that was invested into making sure we enjoyed our stay at their retreat. Thank you again to Colin for letting us personalise our wine tour and for being so patient with us all day. I simply cannot put into words how lovely all of you were to us and how much we loved our stay. We will definitely be back!

Absolutely loved our stay! 11/10 😊 was the perfect relax get away, so private & comfortable. Had Pamper Package & it was amazing!!
Everyone is so lovely! Including Stella ♡
See you all again for our next stay!

I can't thank Mystwood enough for our four day stay! It was an incredible and magical place. Leinika and Simon are just wonderful hosts and will go beyond to help you! The cabins are beautiful. Thank you for being part of our elopement, forever memories have been created and I can't wait to go back next year. Thank you Shane and Tracey Farrar 5thJuly 2017 xx

Mystwood is a perfect weekend escape from Sydney. We recently had our wedding here, and were blown away by the service, the location and of course Stella, the friendliest dog I have ever met. The cabins are cozy and comfortable, with a king sized bed, organic toiletries, private outdoor hot tub and a slow burning wood fire. Lieneka is an amazing person who really puts her heart and soul into making this place welcoming. We cannot thank her and her whole family enough for making our wedding weekend truly amazing.

A truly beautiful weekend escape. Aside from the location itself (which is magic) the owners- Lieneka, Colin and Simon- are some of the warmest and most down to earth people on the planet, and the care and attention to detail they take with their cabins is peerless. I went from a very nervous groom to a relaxed and happy married dude under their care, and will be forever grateful for the memories.

We had amazing time here at Mystwood. Beautiful, cozy and very comfortable. Definitely coming back.

Fantastic experience. Family run business on a beautiful property set in a quiet setting. Kangaroos feed in the field across from the cabins. There are a total of five small cabins on the property. Each cabin includes its own spa, BBQ, fire place, and comfy King Bed. The property is quiet. Owners go out of their way to make sure you are having an enjoyable time. Order the BBQ/Breakfast packs. BBQ pack included salad, corn, potatoes, steaks, and sausages. Breakfast pack included, milk, coffee grounds, french press, bacon, eggs, and bread baked fresh on the property.

Only one more sleep until our Wedding Open Day this Sunday at Mystwood. Pop in from 11am to take a peek around the property, chat to owners Lieneka and Simon and conjure up your dream wedding with Elope or Wed with a twist - just turn left at the beautiful old Bedford!
This gorgeous capture from Justin and Danielle's recent wedding at Mystwood by Sue Taylor Photography.

It is fair to say the classics never go out of style and this '64 Caddie is no exception. Fancy arriving in style to your big day at Mystwood? Chat to us this Sunday at our Wedding Open Day from 11am about making your day one to remember.
Photo via Elope or Wed with a twist of this gorgeous beauty from Deville Car Hire.

"Byora Farm House has never looked so good. Yesterday the wedding party from Mystwood and Elope or Wed with a twist used Byora Farm House as their wet weather option for some wedding photos. It was good that they also got a break in the rain long enough to get some great photos in the paddock and in front of the beautiful old sheds. Congratulations to the happy couple."
A big thanks to our neighbour Nat for letting us happy snap all over beautiful Byora, picture perfect no matter the weather.
Photo: Sue Taylor Photography

We are flinging open the gates to Mystwood once more! We are inviting you and your beloved to take a lovely long look around and drink in the beauty of our sprawling country retreat at our next upcoming Wedding Open Day.
Come and meet the lovely owners of Mystwood, Simon and Lieneka and our wedding wiz Sue Taylor from Elope or Wed with a twist to have a chat about your dream wedding. There are a number of weekends left in 2019 and a very short list of Summer dates that include drinks packages.
Visit us between 11am and 2pm on Sunday October 14th. Pop it in the diary now lovers, we can't wait to show you around!

A guest's eye view of beautiful Mystwood last weekend, described by @fs_allen as pure relaxation 💕
Thanks Faye for these gorgeous shots!

Although the sky doesn't look like this today and there is actual wet stuff falling from it, we're still swooning over our new Bedford baby gracing the entrance to Mystwood. When you see her, you'll know you have arrived!
This great shot taken from the top of our driveway on a gloriously perfect wedding day last weekend by Sue Taylor Photography.

Today's creature feature is this big guy spotted a hop, skip and a jump down the road from Mystwood. Koalas are returning to our Valley - though some would say they never left - and we're all thrilled to bits.
This photo snapped by local Simon Geraghty.

A fab fun feature of our Elope or Wed with a twist weddings at Mystwood are the happy snaps taken in the Hunter Valley Photobooths corner. Dress ups included!

Love is always in the air at Mystwood. We are still swooning at the magical new extension to our pavillion reception space. Springing to life as the sun sets and the lights come up, she makes for magical first dances and dreamy wedding photos.
If you're picturing yourself and your beloved under this sea of lights, our next Wedding Open Day is on Sunday 14th October from 11am to 2pm. Come and take a lovely long look around, meet the owners of Mystwood, Simon and Lieneka and ou...r wedding wiz Sue Taylor from Elope or Wed with a twist to have a chat about your dream wedding.
Pop it in the diary now lovers, we can't wait to show you around!
Photo by Sue Taylor Photography Sign by @love_4_hire
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A hearty congrats to our photographer Dave for notching up over 100 weddings with us, taking the happiest of snaps alongside Sue and Simon for Elope or Wed with a twist
Here's looking at you Dave. We love your work!
This photo another fine example of his great eye and full commitment to getting the shot.

That forehead kiss, to make any girl swoon 😍 our congrats to the divine Mr and Mrs Alchin.
Another top shot from Elope or Wed with a twist
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Here's cheers to those we met yesterday at our Wedding Open Day at Mystwood. And of course hearty congrats to those of you who secured your date and chose us for your big day. We are as excited as you are!
Missed this one? Not a problem. Our next open day is on Sunday October 14th from 11am. We'd be more than happy to show you around then.
📸 Sue Taylor Photography and Elope or Wed with a twist

We are all pretty excited about our Wedding Open Day! Join Simon and Lieneka of Mystwood and Sue from Elope or Wed with a twist from 11am today for a long lovely look at our beautiful altar, gorgeous pavillion, bar and reception area and chat to us about your dream wedding.
Easy directions to Mystwood are posted in the comments below. See you soon, lovers! 😍
📸 Bohomofo

Last night's beautiful wedding of Trish and Jamie was too the first to christen our glittering new archway with their first dance. Takes your breath away! This glorious extension to our stunning pavillion space has surpassed our expectations and we can't wait for you to see it.
Don't forget our Wedding Open Day is this Sunday from 11am until 2pm. Come and plan your magical wedding day with us 😍
📸 Sue Taylor Photography

"Mystwood is such a special place. We were married here last weekend and stayed in the cabins. It's so relaxing and rejuvenating staying at Mystwood. The accommodation is perfect, with comfy beds, lovely wood fires, and air conditioners for those who cant light fires, yummy breakfast and friendly people who cannot do enough for their guests. Nothing was a drama. The scenery is gorgeous and we enjoyed sitting on the deck watching the wildlife and soaking in the surrounds. Our ...wedding reception venue was amazing, very rustic with gorgeous touches. The Pavillion was beautiful and all our guests loved the venue. We will be coming back to stay again in the future."
So sayeth our newest Mystwood bride, the lovely Jackie who wed Rob last weekend. Still swooning, congrats again lovebirds.
We'll be flinging open the doors to Mystwood this Sunday from 11am for our Open Day. Come plan your dream wedding with us!
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The divine entrance to Mystwood