The Hut

This is a lesser known building at the Gembrook Retreat. It is out of sight from the other buildings and much lower in the valley. It was used as the main residence before the main building was completed. Let's say that was about a generation ago. The hut's unique character is not well appreciated because the place has an ugly external appearance, and the word "hut" has connotations of having to really rough it. A big plus is its fire place. We have sat for hours and gazed into the flames on the nights we have stayed there. These were times for our spirits to revive. We think the building is very special and it is our preferred choice of accommodation there at the Retreat.

If this place grabs you like it has us, then be advised to bring a few torches and a mosquito net. There is no electricity and there is water about with plenty of mosquito lava. There is a small gas cooker supplied and basic kitchen equipment. You must bring your own food of course. There are plenty of blankets about, but you will need to bring your own sheets. There is a visitors book on the little table to add your thoughts to. The place has a double bed and a double bunk arrangement.

Some time in the future, Peter would like to clad the unfinished internal walls with something in keeping with the uniqueness of the place.