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Sanctuary South Stays offers unique holiday stays in Nornalup, Western Australia - our tiny house stay, Sanctuary Train and our larger farmhouse, Nornalup Homestead.

26/10/2026

📍 Destination: Sanctuary South Stays, Nornalup, South Coast of Western Australia (shhh!!! – hidden gem, come and stay but don’t tell the others!)

❤️ Tingle forests, untouched water ways and stunning coastlines. As much adventure and relaxation as you wish.

⏱️ Travel time: 5 hours from Perth, 3 hours from Busselton and Margaret River, 45 minutes from Denmark, 15 minutes from Walpole.

🏖️ Beaches: Peaceful Bay, Coalmine Beach, Conspicuous Cliffs and Greens Pool.

🥾 Hikes: Bibbulmun Track, Mount Frankland, Giants Trails.

🚲 Rides: Munda Biddi Trail, Giants Trails.

🛶 Paddles: Frankland River/Kwakoorilup, Deep River, Walpole Inlet, Nornalup Inlet.

🚐 Trail Transport: Naturally Walpole Track and Trail Transfers.

🎟️ Tours: WOW Wilderness EcoCruise with Gary Muir, WOW Wilderness EcoAdventures with Emma Bennett.

🏞️ Attractions: Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, Monastery Landing, Fernhook Falls, Circular Pool.

🐟 Fishing: Skippy Rock, The Knolls, Walpole Town Jetty.

☕️ Coffee: Mavis and Me, Good Food Factory, Top Shed Café.

🍽️ Eat: Good Food Factory, Peaceful Bay Fish and Chips, Tree Top Walk Restaurant, Pepper and Salt, Top Shed Café.

🖼️ Art and Gifts: Petrichor Gallery, Walpole Makers Collective.

🌳 National Parks: Walpole Nornalup National Park, William Bay National Park.

✨ Must do: Walpole Op Shop, Walpole Community Markets, Denmark Tip Shop.

🏡 Stay: 2 – 10 days to experience the delights of the South Coast.

🌅 Sunsets, star gazing, bird watching, wildflowers and orchids.

📅 Book Nornalup Homestead, our 4-bedroom farmhouse for a stay with family and friends.

🚞 Choose Sanctuary Train, our train carriage themed tiny house for a solo or couple escape.

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14/09/2026

A BEAUTIFUL 5 STAR REVIEW FROM OUR LOVELY GUESTS.

A truly beautiful and memorable farm stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this peaceful farm property. Each morning, we woke to crisp country air, birdsong and the gentle sounds of farm life. The surrounding forests were lush and inviting, with leafy paths, dappled sunlight and the earthy scent of trees and fresh grass creating a wonderfully calming atmosphere.

We loved exploring the farm, watching the animals and discovering the simple joys of being outdoors. We enjoyed slow family walks, quiet moments surrounded by greenery and cosy evenings together after a day in the fresh air. The property had a warm, welcoming charm, with comfortable spaces that made it easy to relax and feel at home.

Everything was clean, thoughtfully prepared and beautifully cared for. From the peaceful views to the natural sounds around us, every detail made the stay feel special.

Thank you for such a lovely experience. We made beautiful family memories and would happily return. Highly recommended!

R., September 2026

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13/09/2026

We are very proud to be Henri's parents and have supported his sailing journey thus far. We are so grateful to everyone at Great Southern Academy of Sport and the sailing community for their coaching, assistance and encouragement.

31/08/2026

Happy 2nd Birthday to Sanctuary Train, our railway carriage themed tiny house!

We are so grateful for all the lovely reviews from our wonderful guests and our 4.96 star rating, guest favourite, in the top 10% of stays.

We have welcomed couples, solo travellers from all over Australia and the world, creators of all kinds, so many interesting people. Walkers, riders, paddlers, writers, illustrators, poets, parents, business owners, remote workers. Tea drinkers, coffee drinkers, yogis, foodies, w**e afficionados, photographers, aurora chasers. Lovers – of nature, fungi, frogs, birds, books, trees and all the good things in life. So many special people. Thank you.

Enjoy our birthday treat of last minute discount rates on stays in the next 28 days. Discount already applied. Just book direct on or Sanctuary South Stays website.

Photo credit: Jenny Feast Photography

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24/08/2026

If you are looking for some more colour in your life, here it is. Book your stay at Nornalup Homestead or Sanctuary Train for more sunrises, sunsets, green grass and the most peaceful river, Kwakoorillup/Frankland River.

Book direct on our website for the best pricing. Tag someone who needs more colour in their life.

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05/08/2026

It was a real pleasure to be at the Denmark Environment Centre for the screening of the River of Giants movie and discuss the importance of sharing our love of the natural environment, which can and does change history.

Monastery Landing on the Frankland River/Kwakoorilup was the place that Pierre Bellanger took Sir James Mitchell, Minister for Forests to. He had already decided to log the area, but was so taken by the beauty of the area, he went back to Parliament and created Walpole-Nornalup National Park, for us all to enjoy.

29/06/2026

Sanctuary South Stays is a star gazers dream stay. We are located in a Bortle Level 1 area, so you are guaranteed dark skies. Perfect to view and photograph the night sky and Aurora Australis.

Our tiny house, Sanctuary Train even has a stargazing window, so you can lay in bed and watch the whole universe.

Book your unique star gazing stay now. Booking link in About section.

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22/06/2026

Sanctuary Train is the tiny house stay of your dreams. Local Stash Coffee in the morning, or leaf tea if you prefer. Picnics and wandering on the property. W**e and cheese in the sunshine on the deck in the afternoon.

Book your dream tiny house stay at Sanctuary Train on our direct booking website, Sanctuary South Stays.

Photo credit: Jenny Feast Photography

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15/06/2026

Discover one of the best baths that you will ever have at Nornalup Homestead. A warm, comfortable farmhouse surrounded by the forests and waterways of the Walpole-Nornalup National Park.

Book your stay direct with us at Sanctuary South Stays.

10/06/2026

We are Sal and Justin Bellanger. We are the owners and custodians of Sanctuary South Stays in Nornalup, on the south coast of Western Australia. Justin’s family have looked after this land for many generations. We acknowledge the Minang, Bibbulmun, Murrum people of the Noongar nation for their continuing connection to the earth and waterways. Our invitation to you is to come, explore, stay a while and return, understanding more and walking lighter on the Earth.

We have created two unique accommodation offerings on our 68 hectare farm and forest property. Nornalup Homestead is the house Justin grew up in. A large 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home, sleeping 8 in comfort and warmth. Nornalup Homestead was built in 1980 with timber from the property. The house tells the story of Justin’s great grandparent’s journey from France to Nornalup through photos, memorabilia and other artefacts.

Sanctuary Train is our railway carriage themed tiny house, built in 2024 by Tiny Homes Perth. Designed for one or two guests, Sanctuary Train tells the story of the Denmark to Nornalup Railway, which ran from 1929-1957.

We enjoy welcoming guests to wander the paddocks and the forest, venture into the beaches, rivers, inlets and forests of the surrounding Walpole-Nornalup National Park. Visit the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk, go for a hike with LifeTrail, book a pack raft tour with WOW Wilderness EcoTours, and learn about our incredible biodiversity with WOW Wilderness EcoCruises.

Book your stay to find your sanctuary on the south coast.

Photo credit: Paris Hawken Photography

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Address

84 Station Road
Nornalup, WA
6333

Website

http://www.sanctuarysouthstays.com.au/

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