Lost in Mount Osmond – Skyline Retreat
Highlights
- Savour breathtaking views from the generous deck, overlooking Adelaide CBD and the ocean beyond.
- Relax in a warm, inviting space featuring bespoke timber finishes crafted from recycled materials.
- Indulge in outdoor dining while enjoying the serene rhythm of nature and nearby walking trails.
- Awaken in a queen-sized bed with stunning vistas, ensuring a memorable start to each day.
This spectacular Skyline Retreat, located atop Mount Osmond in the Adelaide foothills, offers unparalleled views across the Adelaide CBD.
Filled with bespoke timber finishes crafted from reused and recycled materials, Skyline Retreat conveys a warm and inviting space, reminiscent of a small alpine chalet.
Overlooking the foothills towards the city and beyond to the ocean, guests can enjoy a meal on the generous deck or sit back on the outdoor lounge and watch the world go by.
Featuring an outdoor dining setting and lounge, a gorgeous bathroom, kitchen complementary to the retreat’s off-grid style, and a queen-sized bed that captures these remarkable views as you wake.
Located within the picturesque Mount Osmond Golf Course and bordered by popular walking trails right on your doorstep, Skyline Retreat enjoys a wonderfully connected feel — where the rhythm of nature, golfers in the distance, and occasional walkers on nearby trails add to the sense of place and movement in this beautiful landscape.
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