Group Stays & Retreats
DiscoverTwo stunning venues, to host group stays of all kinds
Whether you’re planning a family reunion, creative retreat, youth camp or community event, we’ve got two stunning locations to host your next group getaway. Both offer unique experiences, exclusive-use accommodation, and space to slow down and reconnect.
Cave Hill Creek
Nestled beside a private lake at the edge of Mount Buangor National Park, Cave Hill Creek is the perfect setting for memorable group getaways. Whether you’re planning a family reunion, an art or craft retreat, a music weekend, a corporate escape or a bushwalking adventure, our lakeside accomodation caters beautifully to a wide range of groups.
With comfy lodge rooms, deluxe glamping tents, and space for campouts, we can comfortably host up to 140 guests, with options to scale even further. As an award-winning Quality Tourism Accredited venue, with two generations of warm hospitality, we tailor fully catered packages that make it easy to relax, reconnect and enjoy the Australian bush. From outdoor activities and forest walks, to fully-equipped conference rooms, and space to enjoy the open fire, Cave Hill Creek offers the ideal blend of nature, comfort, and shared experience.
- Sleeps up to 130 guests
- Glamping & Lodge-style accommodation
- Rugged Bushland surrounds, Pristine private lake & -outdoor pavilion
- All meals provided
Silverband Lodge
Silverband Lodge is the ideal base for group getaways in the heart of the Grampians, perfectly suited to youth groups, church communities, sporting clubs, and teams seeking a relaxing retreat. With two main lodges, Wonderland and Pinnacle, and an exclusive private campground, groups can shape their stay to suit their size and style. create their ideal accommodation setup.
Across 32 well-appointed rooms, each with a private ensuite, we can host groups from 15 to 232 guests. Choose from fully-catered or self-catered meal options, with access to commercial kitchens, dining spaces and multiple breakout areas. Silverband Lodge is just moments away from world-class hiking trails, abseiling routes, and Halls Gap’s local attractions, making it the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility and outdoor adventure for unforgettable group stays.
- Sleeps up to 232 guests
- Each room includes a private ensuite and the option for king bedding
- Fully catered and self-catered options available
- Located in the heart of the Halls Gap township, and just a stones throw away from the Grampians world class hiking trails
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.
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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.
“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
“Stayed here two nights for a church event. Very lovely, accommodating staff, great food, comfortable room. Looking forward or staying again. Kellie”
Kellie, Group Stay
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
Great Upgrades and Awesome Staff
Great to see improvements being made to site. Staff were great to work with and highly engaging.
Group Leader – Youth Group
Enhancements at Silverband Lodge
The new picnic tables are a great addition. The place looks amazing!
Family Group
Improvements Continue
We can see the improvements / upgrades from last year. Well done.
Quilting Group
Excellent Customer Service
Thanks for having us. You guys have excellent customer service. We appreciate your flexibility and communication in the lead up to camp. We had a terrific time!
Church Group
Excellent Location
Excellent location, very cooperative and friendly staff. We look forward to returning.
Youth Group
One Very Happy Motorcycle Club
With a large group of Military Motor Cyclists from all over Australia we couldn’t praise the staff enough. All staff made us so welcome along . To keep big men fed and happy is a great achievement and they all were very happy, the food was excellent. Silverband Lodge should be very proud of the camp and staff.
Patriots Motorcycle Club
Home away from home and professional activities
The facilities and food provided and exceptional home away from home, allowing our unit members to solely focus on the taining activities, which were invaluable in strengthening the mental and physical resilience of our participants.
Military Training Group
Amazing Staff
Amazing staff, super friendly and very flexible. Greeted with a smile and warmness.
Family Camp
Would come back at the first opportunity.
Would come back at the first opportunity.
Royal Botanic Society
Excellent communication and cooperation
Excellent communication and cooperation
Youth Camp
Fantastic Food
The food was fantastic and plentiful. Thanks for a great stay!
Community Group
Helpful Staff and extra dietary requests catered for!
Thanks for answering ALL my questions. They were many. Not once were staff to unable to help or provide extra support for any required accommodations, especially food requests.
Camp Hill Primary School
Improvements from last year
We can see the improvements / upgrades from last year. Well done.
Quilting Group
Massive Improvements and we’ll be back
Massive improvement at the camp great service definitely be back again
Chaldean Culture Society
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.