Group Stays at Cave Hill Creek
Looking for a venue for your craft, church or music group, corporate retreat, or just a weekend away with friends?
Cave Hill Creek provides an idyllic venue for group getaways, and can tailor a weekend or holiday package to suit your group’s needs. A Quality Tourism Accredited and award winning venue, we have two generations of experience providing fully catered Victorian Rural Retreat packages for groups. Comfy accommodation, healthy and hearty meals and friendly hospitality. Try exciting and challenging outdoor activities such as canoeing and low ropes, wander the Beeripmo Guided Walk through lush fern gullies, participate in group bonding exercises such as bush hut and raft building, catch a trout in the lake, or simply socialise with friends and soak up the view by the open fire.
Why groups love staying with us
Venues That Inspire Connection
Gather with friends or family to share stories and good times. Be inspired spectacular mountain views. Our venues offer flexible indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for relaxation, creativity, and meaningful connection all year round.
Hospitality with Heart
With over two generations of experience, our family-run team is known for genuine country hospitality. We take care of the details, so your group can focus on what matters most, laughter, learning, and shared memories.
Delicious Food, Made Fresh
Enjoy hearty, wholesome meals prepared with care using fresh local produce. Our catering team looks after you from warm winter feasts to light summer fare, so you can simply unwind and continue enjoying your stay.
Accommodation at Cave Hill Creek
Cave Hill Creek can accommodate a total of 140 guests for weekend retreats or group getaways. Our facilities are spread out over bunk style cabins and deluxe eco-tent accommodation, all situated within our lakeside rural property.
LakeView Lodge
- 10 Bunkrooms (4 with ensuite) set in courtyard formation with all facilities under one roof.
- All rooms have option for double/king bed for weekend and family groups.
- Large dining recreation room with open fireplace and spectacular lake views.
- The Burrow: A multipurpose meeting room perfect as a teacher’s retreat, first aid room, prayer room etc.
- All rooms heated.
- Sleeps 100 guests.
- Ideal for groups of 50+
Glamping Village
- 2 Deluxe Glamping tents with ensuite offering premium accommodation for bridal couples and group leaders
- 4 Glamping tents each with carpet, power, lighting, heating, bunk beds, Creswick Woolen Mill blankets and majestic mountain views.
- All rooms have option for double/king bed for weekend and family groups.
- Dedicated indoor and outdoor dining and recreation space.
- Campfire circle.
- Universal accessible facilities.
- Sleeps 40 guests.
- Ideal for groups of 20+
- Camp outs available for larger groups.
Group activities
The surrounding Mount Buangor National Park provides an excellent space for outdoor recreation and activities readily accessible from the campsite. A full range of activities and facilities designed to fit into any program are available.
Visit a Waterfall
Discover hundreds of stunning waterfalls in the Grampians and the Pyrenees Region.
Frisbee Golf
It’s just like Golf, but with a Frisbee. Explore the camp grounds while playing a few rounds with friends!
Ultimate Frisbee
Run, throw, and catch with Frisbee fun! Fast-paced Ultimate Frisbee is an engaging team game full of fun and laughs.
Team Building & Initiatives
Solve problems, build trust, and work as a team! Fun, interactive challenges that strengthen communication and collaboration.
Table Tennis
Challenge your friends to a table tennis rally. Quick reactions and banter between mates makes this a favourite indoor game.
Possum Glider
Launch into the air with your team’s support. A thrilling leap that inspires bravery, confidence, and teamwork.
Night Walks
Experience the bush after dark. Night walks reveal wildlife, sounds, and starry skies for a magical outdoor adventure.
Giant’s Ladder
Climb a giant’s ladder high into the sky. A ropes adventure that tests teamwork, balance, and determination.
Camp Fire
Share stories and songs around the fire pit. A fun social experience that brings groups together.
Crate Stack
Stack crates and climb skyward! A fun test of balance and teamwork that challenges agility, courage, and problem-solving.
Camp Outs
Sleep under the stars and wake to nature’s soundtrack. Camp outs spark adventure, connection, and unforgettable memories in the bush.
Bushwalking
Enjoy world-class day walks through forests, waterfalls and reach spectacular views offered from mountaintop peaks. Discover the great outdoors together!
Bush Hoedown
Hee Haw!! Dance, sing, and laugh at a lively bush hoedown. Banjo tunes, group moves, and plenty of energy make it unforgettable.
Abseiling
Descend natural cliffs under the supervision of our expert guides. Build courage, trust, and confidence while taking in stunning bushland views from the rock face.
Canoeing
Paddle on the lake in a canoe, and have a splashing good time out on the waters.
Low Ropes
Stay closer to the ground while building trust and confidence. Low ropes activities encourage resilience, support, and connection with others.
Archery
Channel your inner Robin Hood! Learn technique, sharpen focus, and enjoy the thrill of hitting the target in a scenic outdoor range.
Bush Cooking
Gather around the fire to cook damper and share stories. A hands-on bush experience that’s fun, tasty, and memorable.
Hut Building
Work together to build shelters from natural materials. A creative, practical activity that inspires teamwork, imagination, and fun.
Raft Building
Design, build, and float your own raft. Test your creativity and teamwork as you paddle it across the lake together.
Bouldering
Test your core strength and problem-solving by climbing across the bouldering wall. Traverse the route with the help of your team.
Map Reading
Learn to orientate and read a map! Develop useful navigation skills while exploring and uncovering hidden messages across the camp.
Photo Trail
Search for hidden details with I Spy Photo Trail. Explore the site, solve clues, and see camp from a whole new perspective.
Fishing
Relax by the lake and try trout fishing. A calm, reflective free-time activity that connects you to the water and nature.
Lake Swimming
Cool off in Summer with a swim in the lake! A refreshing outdoor experience that’s perfect for a hot day.
Tug of War
Test your strength and teamwork in tug of war. A simple yet thrilling challenge that unites groups in friendly rivalry.
Bike Riding
Ride the trails with an instructor. Build confidence and bike handling skills while exploring the local area.
“A Weekend the Kids Will Never Forget!”
“Great location and backdrop. Children had a blast and will be a memorable weekend. The staff were friendly and hospitable. You won’t go hungry! We’ll be back.”
Arguelles Family Group
“What a beautiful place!!! I love the food!!! Especially when there’s kangas”
Jet Yiu
Cannot fault this place
Absolutely everything was perfect
Thank you to all the staff for making our weekend so memorable.
Sophie, Group Stay
Thank you for such a wonderful experience.
I am so appreciative of the warm and friendly staff who were available to us the whole time. The grounds were beautiful.
Tara, Group Stay
Thank you so much for hosting our group, all the staff are extremely helpful attentive and responsive
The site is beautiful and very suitable for our needs
“Out Doors Inc.- Outdoor Programs for Better Mental Health”
Thank you again Tim, Ange and your wonderful staff.
Flick was amazing as always, goes beyond to making our stay comfortable. We appreciate all of Cave Hill Creek staff. We will be back! Keep up the wonderful work!
Tania McKinnis Scrapbooking Group
I had the most amazing stay! Thank you so much for making my trip so special
Alison Turner Birthday Group
Thank you. Cave Hill Creek is a wonderful place and we look forward to being here every year.
Patchwork Playgroup
Thank you. Cave Hill Creek is a wonderful place and we look forward to being here every year.
FaBAR Group Stay
CHC is always fantastic! Excellent service and hospitality, excellent facilities.
Monty South Families
We use Cave Hill Creek for a family gathering every year and have done so for 20 years.
Tim, Ange, the staff, service and venue are simply outstanding.
Sheahan Group
Ararat Wellness team thank you for an amazing weekend .
Definitely worth coming to Cave Hill Creek. Thank youSimone for being so accommodating
Ararat Wellness Group
Gluten free & dietary requirements were wonderfully catered for during the afternoon and evening.
Kelly’s Service
Loved it as always and your understanding of our clients and the families we work with is really appreciated.
Cafs Carer Day
APC Melbourne Church is extremely grateful for the facilities, accommodation, staff and food. We feel comfortable safe. Thanks for your help , understanding and support. We will recommend you and we will come back.
Wendy APC Melbourne
Well Done again on providing Burke Hall a great experience
Xavier College-Burke Hall Group
The staff have been absolutely fantastic!
The kitchen staff have so much patience and have been wonderful letting some of our participants help and join in serving! The activity leaders are fantastic in leading group activities and really making our participants enjoy each experience, chef Riley’s food has been so delicious, the amount of food provided was incredible! All staff and participants have been raving on about the food and the services provided! Definitely will be coming back to cave hill creek!
Gateway’s Support Services
Frequently asked questions
What types of groups can book at Cave Hill Creek or Silverband Lodge?
We welcome a wide variety of groups, including sporting clubs, music ensembles, religious or community organisations, arts and crafts groups, and family reunions. Both venues are best suited for groups of 20+, all the way up to 130 for Cave Hill Creek and 230 for Silverband Lodge.