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retro retreat
Surf shack get-togethers aren’t just for the boys! A
few years back the Retro Retreat was launched to
much acclaim.
A classic original 1960’s Mollymook beach cottage
was transformed into a mecca for surfing ladies.
It is the brainchild of Roz Johnston whose regular
get togethers with a “group of tragic older surf
chics” and former world champion surfer Pam
Burridge proved the spark that would ignite the
idea behind the ultimate ladies surf retreat.
The Retro Retreat opened in the spring of 2014 and
has been solidly booked since, and for the next
12 months as Roz informed us. It primarily caters
for women aged 30-60 years who love surfing,
whether they are total beginners or highly capable.
Sitting high on the hill the double storey holiday
home has been lovingly restored with a gorgeous,
light and bright colour palette, which is in keeping
with its contemporary retro feel. Taking in the
ocean views over the incredibly stunning and
wave-friendly Mollymook Beach, it consists of 3
bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas, kitchen,
laundry, 2 decks and outdoor BBQ and fire pit area.
It is also equipped with all the mod cons including
wifi, coffee machine, music docking station and the
like.
The cottage is an easy walk to everything from
that early morning surf to your first hit of expresso!
The beaches are swimmer and surfer friendly with
various options between the north and south ends.
Cafes, shops, parks, golf club and restaurants are
all nearby with a variety of dining options available.
The beautiful historic township of Milton and
shopping at Ulladulla are only a short 5-minute
drive away.
Most importantly, as part of the overall offering,
ladies can hook up a surf lesson with none other
than Pam Burridge herself, who operates her surf
school in the area. If that wasn’t enough meals,
transport and yoga sessions are all included in the
package price.
retroretreat.com.au
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