Yarra Valley, Victoria · 30–200 Guests · 1hr from Melbourne

Health & Wellness

Retreat Venue in Melbourne

Your Premier Health Retreat Venue For Large Health & Wellness Retreat Groups

Foothills Conference Centre — Mooroolbark, Victoria

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Yarra Ranges, Victoria
25 acres of bushland
96 appointed rooms
Pool, gym & rec centre
1hr from Melbourne CBD

Welcome to Foothills Conference Centre

Your Premier

Health Retreat Venue

Nestled at the foot of the stunning Yarra Ranges and just an hour's drive from the Melbourne CBD, Foothills Conference Centre offers a sanctuary for those seeking to escape the hustle of daily life.

With lush greenery, serene landscapes, and modern amenities, we're delighted to offer you a gateway to rejuvenation, wellness, and tranquillity.

Foothills Conference Centre, Yarra Valley, Melbourne. A peaceful place for hosting your Retreats, Weddings, Engagements, or Large Public Events
Foothills Conference Centre Health Retreat - Gym facilities

Gym Facilities

Strengthen your body with brand new fitness equipment suited for all levels. Available for structured sessions or open use.

Foothills Conference Centre Health Retreat - Swimming Pool Facility

Full Sized Swimming Pool

Enjoy therapeutic swims or energising aquatic workouts in our competition-standard heated swimming pool.

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96 Appointed Guest Rooms

Beautifully appointed rooms in King or Twin Share configurations — designed for rest, rejuvenation, and comfort throughout your stay.

Wholesome, organic meals

Nourishment for
body and soul

Nourish your body with wholesome meals carefully curated to replenish your energy and support your wellness journey. Our Chef prioritises fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create dishes that delight the palate and sustain the soul.

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Morning and Afternoon Tea
  • Fresh, locally sourced seasonal ingredients
  • Vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options
  • A variety of catering options tailored to your retreat
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What Foothills Provides

We provide the space & support

You focus on your program

Your facilitator arrives to a fully prepared venue. Rooms set to your layout, meals ready, spaces arranged. All they need to do is begin.

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Flexible Gathering Spaces

Large halls, AV-equipped conference rooms, small breakout rooms for prayer circles or discussion. Configured to your retreat structure.

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Onsite Accommodation

Clean, comfortable twin-share and single rooms with private bathrooms. Linen, towels, and toiletries included. No offsite travel, no disruption.

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Nourishing Group Catering

Fresh, seasonal meals prepared onsite. Catering for vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-specific needs. Tea and coffee available throughout.

Misty morning over rolling hills with lush vineyards in a scenic rural Australian setting.

Natural Surroundings

Quiet garden areas, walking trails, and outdoor gathering spaces in the Yarra Valley bushland — designed for personal reflection and unhurried conversation.

Escape the chaos of daily life and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of Foothills Conference Centre.

Retreats we're able to host for you

Every kind of
wellness retreat

Your facilitator arrives to a fully prepared venue. Rooms set to your layout, meals ready, spaces arranged. All they need to do is begin.

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Meditation Retreats

A peaceful, distraction-free environment surrounded by 25 acres of bushland — the perfect setting for guided or self-directed meditation programs.

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Corporate Retreats

Modern conference facilities and recreational spaces that support structured workshops, team building, and genuine rest — all in one venue.

Spiritual Retreats

Quiet gardens, serene landscapes, and flexible spaces that support inner work, reflection, and spiritual programs of all traditions.

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Youth Mental Health Retreats

A safe, supportive environment purposefully removed from everyday pressures — designed for youth-focused facilitators and educators.

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Large Group Retreats

With 96 rooms and capacity for large groups, Foothills handles the scale that most retreat venues simply can't — without sacrificing comfort.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

We have had a wonderful stay at the Foothills Conference Centre for three days and two nights. We attended a Retreat with about 100 guests. The venue is very nice, quiet, clean and close to the nature. The room, bed, toilet are spacious and large, very comfortable. The Air Conditioning in the room is good warming up the room in Melbourne winter days. The conference facilities are good, well maintained. We had our dinner at the restaurant and were very nice. The cuisine prepared by the Chefs were amazing. All in all, the Centre offers us a good relaxing experience meeting our needs. We hope we will come back one day. Thank you.

Simon Lam ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

beautiful place for any occasion…our church had a conference here for a week…highly recommended

Silia Failua Afamasaga ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Loved it! Stayed here for a church camp and the service and their facilities cannot be faulted. It was above excellent. Standard room was lovely and I would definitely return. They're very attentive to customer satisfaction.

Wikitoria ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Our first church conference in 3 years (due to COVID lockdowns) - Foothills was the perfect place! Rooms are first-rate, food is gourmet and the staff are all very friendly and helpful. We will be back!

Lynne Roe ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Our venue at a glance

Built for groups
of every size

96

Guest Rooms

25

Acres of Bushland

1 hr

From Melbourne CBD

From small prayer groups to large weekend immersions, Foothills is designed to offer you the space, stillness, and support to focus on what matters.

Conveniently located

Peaceful setting,
easy to reach

  • Just an hour from Melbourne CBD — easily accessible for guests travelling from the city or beyond.
  • Ample free parking — simply park your car and enjoy a stress-free retreat.
  • Nestled at the foot of the stunning Yarra Ranges — lush greenery and serene landscapes.
  • A safe, peaceful environment — everything your group needs is right here onsite.

Plan your health retreat today

Escape the chaos.
Immerse in tranquillity.

With our serene surroundings, exceptional facilities, and dedicated team, your health retreat will be an unforgettable journey toward wellness.