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Creative Workshops & Retreats in Port Stephens

A waterfront space for small gatherings, creative workshops and retreats

People practicing yoga outdoors on a grassy lawn during sunset, with houses and a tree in the background and the moon visible in the sky.

workshops & retreats

Made for small creative workshops, wellness retreats, food gatherings and meaningful time together by the water.

With generous living spaces, a full kitchen, outdoor dining, a library, garden corners, direct beach access and peaceful views across Sunrise Beach, the house offers a calm and inspiring setting for groups who want to gather, create, learn or reconnect somewhere beautiful.

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Interior of a coastal restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, view of the sea and tree outside through floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
An art studio workspace with a large wooden table, art supplies, sketches, and a glass-front wooden cabinet displaying artwork and decorative objects. Natural light comes through a nearby window.
A dining area with a large wooden table, chairs, and various objects, with a view of the ocean through large windows in the background.
A set of wedding or event invitations on a brown background, including an illustrated card of a house, tied with a piece of string, next to a small box of ingredients for homemade product, and a grey notebook.
A woman in a white shirt holds a bottle of wine while smiling and talking with a woman in a pink sweater at a social gathering. There are glasses and a basket of bread on the table in front of them.
Dining area with tables set for a meal, large glass windows overlooking the ocean with trees outside, and sunlight casting shadows inside.
A kitchen decorated for a meal with a table set with foods, drinks, and candles, white cabinets, open shelves with dishes and jars, wooden accents, and hanging pendant lights.
A person's hand with rings is adjusting a black watch on a beige fabric strap, attached to a wooden display with the words 'TAMBOON LEATHER CO' engraved on it.
A dining table set for a formal meal with white plates, brown placemats, wine glasses, and beige napkins, decorated with gold and wooden candleholders and dried foliage centerpieces.
A dining table decorated with a large wooden bowl filled with dried flowers and foliage, surrounded by wine glasses, plates, and seashells, set in a cozy room with a blurred background.
Three women laugh and converse at a social gathering indoors. There are wine glasses on a table with baskets in the foreground, and a window with blinds behind them.
A woman with light brown hair, wearing a beige apron and a colorful scarf, is slicing bread on a cutting board in a kitchen.
People gathered indoors, listening to a woman holding a phone, with a view of the entrance and greenery outside in the background.
Women participating in a craft workshop in a bright room with large windows, working on jewelry or similar crafts at a long table.
Woman setting a table with wine bottles, candles, and food, in a cozy home dining room.
A dining area set for a meal with plates, cups, silverware, and a floral centerpiece on a long table, with a kitchen and wall art in the background.
A sunset over calm water with distant islands and a silhouette of a tree on the right side of the image.
A group of people practicing yoga outdoors on a grassy lawn at sunset, facing a white house with a large balcony, trees, and a fence.
The image shows a two-story house with a metal roof and a balcony. The house has large glass doors leading to an outdoor patio with outdoor furniture. There are two women in sportswear walking down stairs outside the house, and a white fence surround
Group of people practicing yoga outdoors near a lake during sunset, some in Warrior pose, with trees and mountains in the background.
People sitting on the beach watching the sunset over the water with small islands in the distance and trees in the foreground.
Silhouettes of people practicing yoga on a beach at sunset, facing the water with mountains in the distance.
Group of women socializing on a terrace overlooking the ocean during sunset, with trees and islands in the background.
A group of women in athletic clothing gathered outdoors on a deck, with a lake and trees in the background, during sunset.
A serene body of water at sunset with a small boat and distant islands under a colorful sky.
View of the ocean at sunset with distant islands, seen through a window with reflections and silhouettes of five women standing and talking.
A table with a floral centerpiece featuring various colorful flowers, a small rustic coffee grinder, and teacups. The background shows bright natural light coming from a window.
A breakfast or brunch table set with various bowls of fresh fruit, pastries, and cereals. There are flowers and decorative items on the table, with a bright window in the background.
A dining table set with floral centerpiece, cups, plates, napkins, and cutlery in a bright room with wicker chairs. Partially visible people are standing in the background.
A dining table set for a meal with various plates, cups, utensils, and a floral centerpiece, with people standing around in a casual indoor setting.
A dining table set for breakfast with various ceramic teapots, bowls, a coffee pot, and food dishes, near large windows showing a view outside with trees and sky.
Sunset over the ocean with silhouette trees on the right and mountains in the distance.
People dining indoors near large windows with a view of the ocean, trees, and mountains in the background, during sunset.
A group of women gathered around a kitchen counter, preparing food. Large windows with white frames behind them reveal a backyard with trees and a house. The kitchen has plants, flowers, and various kitchen utensils and dishes on the counter.
Group of people doing yoga on mats by the water during sunset with islands in the background.
Group of people practicing yoga outdoors at sunset, near a body of water with distant mountains.
People practicing yoga outdoors during sunset by the water with islands in the background.
A cozy indoor dining area featuring a marble patterned tablecloth, assorted pillows on a white cushioned bench, a bouquet of dried flowers, and a spread of fresh food including tomatoes, cheese, and bread. The background shows a white paneled wall, a
A dog practicing yoga outdoors at sunset, doing a handstand on a yoga mat with a body of water and hills in the background.
A person doing yoga on a mat outdoors on grass during sunset.
A wooden table with a tray of sliced fruits, including strawberries, grapes, pineapple, and kiwi, on a patterned tablecloth. Behind the tray are glass pitchers with drinks and a large bouquet of dried hydrangeas.
Two people practicing yoga or meditation outdoors near a body of water during sunset or sunrise. The scene includes silhouettes of mountains or islands in the background.
People doing yoga or stretching on mats outdoors near a body of water with hills in the background during sunset.
Group of people practicing yoga outdoors on a grassy backyard during sunset, with a house and trees in the background, and a full moon in the sky.
A group of women practicing yoga outdoors on a grassy area in front of a white picket fence with a large yellow house and trees in the background.
A light yellow house with a white roof and a balcony with a table and chairs. The house has a screened porch and large windows on the lower level. There are trees surrounding the house and a white picket fence in the foreground.
People practicing yoga outdoors on mats along a grassy shoreline with trees and water in the background.
A person performing a yoga pose outdoors on grass, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
People practicing yoga outdoors on a grassy field near a body of water with islands in the background.
People sitting and kneeling on a wooden deck outside by the water, seen through a framed glass door, with some potted plants on a table inside.
Several packets of Pirate Coffee with different coffee beans in a white mug in front, all set on a table with a blurred outdoor background and sunlight.
A black and white image of a group of women standing at the beach, facing the ocean, with distant islands in the background. The photograph is divided by a vertical pole in the center.
A group of women in sports bras and shorts standing on a deck looking at the water during sunset.
A young woman with long hair looking at the camera while standing behind a glass window, with a room behind her containing a wooden shelf and a framed picture on the wall.
A bright, airy indoor dining area with white furniture, large glass sliding doors, and various indoor plants. There is a table with chairs, a small wooden stool, and sunlight illuminating the space.
A bowl of oranges on a table with a decorative interior, with a platter of assorted fruit and bread in the background.
A wooden table with a platter of assorted fruit and black bread, with a room featuring decorative pillows on a sofa and glass of water in the background.
A group of women sitting around a dining table, smiling and talking, during a social gathering in a well-lit kitchen with white cabinets and a hanging wicker lamp.
A table set with a variety of cheeses, cherry tomatoes, and fruits, with a scenic view of a backyard and a body of water in the background.
Close-up of white packets of matcha green tea powder with labels reading "Raw Nutrition" and "Ceremonial Grade A Matcha" on a wooden shelf in a store.
A round table with a black and white patterned tablecloth, set with various foods, drinks, and a centerpiece of dried flowers in a vase, with some chairs and a sofa with cushions in the background.
Group of women gathered around a table at a social event, some with blonde hair, wearing colorful dresses, engaging in conversation, with decorated tables and a dark indoor background.
A person holding a sliced kiwi in front of a fruit platter containing various fresh fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, and melon.
Outdoor patio with a white bench adorned with beige, orange, and patterned cushions, surrounded by lush green plants and a white house siding in the background.
Group of women gathered around a table, engaging in conversation, in a well-lit indoor setting with dark walls and framed artwork.

For the creative folk

At Fifty Five Port Stephens, we love working with artists and creatives.

This is not a corporate conference room or a blank event space. It is a home with character, natural beauty and modern comforts — a place where people can cook, talk, move, write, paint, read, share, teach, rest and let the bay set the pace for a while.

Foodies are welcome if you want to have a cook-up and teach your skills, with a well-stocked kitchen ready for preparing gourmet delights. If yoga or Pilates is your thing, imagine your people on their mats on the deck at sunrise. Painters, drawers, authors and book clubs will find plenty of inspiration here too.

What You Can host here

  • A group of women gathered around wooden tables, working on craft or jewelry projects in a well-lit room with decorative paintings and a wooden cabinet in the background.

    Creative Workshops

    A beautiful setting for artists, makers, florists, photographers, writers, painters, drawers and creative teachers to gather with a small group.

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  • People practicing yoga outdoors on a grassy area near a body of water, with trees and hills in the background.

    Wellness Retreats

    A peaceful waterfront space for yoga, Pilates, meditation, breathwork, slow mornings, nourishing meals and time away from the everyday.

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  • Two women in aprons preparing food in a well-lit, white kitchen with hanging wicker lamps, open shelving with white dishes, and a stove with a stainless steel range hood.

    Food & Gathering Experiences

    A full kitchen, outdoor dining, kitchen garden and local produce nearby make Fifty Five a natural fit for food workshops, cooking classes and shared table experiences.

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Women gathered around a large wooden table in a bright room with large windows, engaging in a jewelry-making workshop, with supplies and tools scattered on the table.

Workshop & Retreat Details

A Place To Connect

Ideal for small creative workshops and retreats, Fifty Five combines natural beauty with modern comforts, inspiring connection and creativity.

Some groups may spend most of their time gathered around the table. Others may move between the deck, beach, garden, kitchen and library. However the day is shaped, the setting gives people room to slow down and feel present.

  • Fifty Five is best suited to small creative workshops, art days, writing retreats, book clubs, food-focused gatherings, wellness retreats, yoga, Pilates and intimate group experiences.

    The house offers a calm waterfront setting with indoor and outdoor spaces, natural light, garden corners, a library, full kitchen and direct access to Sunrise Beach.

  • Capacity depends on the type of workshop, whether guests are staying overnight, and how the spaces need to be used.

    Please send an enquiry with your preferred dates, group size, format and whether accommodation is required, so we can confirm what may be suitable.

  • Yes, accommodation may be available as part of your workshop or retreat.

    Fifty Five has four spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms, with flexible bedding options for small groups. You can explore the full room details on The House page.

  • Yes. The kitchen is well stocked and includes a large Ilve gas stove, electric oven, French-door fridge and freezer, microwave, espresso machine, dishwasher, pantry basics and plenty of pots, pans and utensils.

    There is also an outdoor BBQ area, alfresco dining space and a kitchen garden with herbs and seasonal leaves.

  • Please include your preferred dates, estimated guest numbers, type of workshop or retreat, whether accommodation is needed, how you would like to use the space and any supplier, styling, catering or access requirements.

Ready to plan your workshop or retreat?

If you are planning a small creative workshop, wellness retreat, food gathering, book club or coastal retreat in Port Stephens, we would love to hear what you have in mind.

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