Raahat Rainforest RetreatA calm home for your practice
Raahat means “Respite for your Soul.”
A quiet rainforest property in Ocean Shores offering therapy room, yoga space and workshop venue hire in Byron Shire — a long-term home for counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches, bodyworkers, yoga, pilates, meditation, breathwork and sound-healing practitioners looking for a calm, professional space for their work.
We host a small, hand-picked community of practitioners on regular weekly bookings or half- and full-day workshops. Raahat is not an overnight retreat and we don't offer casual hourly bookings to the public — it's a working home for people who care for others.
Spaces
A treatment room for 1:1 sessions, an indoor yoga & workshop space, and an outdoor firepit circle for group work. Each is offered on a regular weekly hold or as a half- or full-day workshop venue hire — not as casual, one-off public hire. Rates below are the typical hourly reference; we'll put together the right weekly or workshop package with you.
Cabin
A consulting space for your practice.
A quiet, self-contained cabin for counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches, bodyworkers and other practitioners — whether you're outgrowing your home-based practice and need a proper consulting space, or want a dedicated office day out of the house. Sized for a practitioner plus one client.
- Brand-new 3m × 3m cedar cabin
- Private entrance with large French doors
- Warm timber interior with dedicated work desk
- 2 comfortable lounge chairs
- SofaBed with 2 ottomans
- Adjustable ambient lighting
- New massage table available on request
Best for: counselling, psychotherapy, coaching, telehealth, bodywork & massage, quiet office days.
Sanctuary
A calm indoor space for movement and stillness.
Accommodating up to 8 people, this premium 8m × 4m event space opens seamlessly onto a sandstone and hardwood deck surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Designed for practitioners running regular weekly classes and half- or full-day workshops — yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound healing and other low-noise wellness modalities.
- 8m × 4m premium event space
- Opens onto sandstone and hardwood deck
- Flexible open layout
- Soft, cushioned flooring
- Adjustable ambient lighting
- Surrounded by lush tropical gardens
- Yoga mats, bolsters and blocks
- Round rug
- Portable whiteboard and markers
- Tea and coffee station with fridge
Best for: weekly yoga, meditation & breathwork classes, sound-healing journeys, half- and full-day wellness workshops.
Hexagon
A firepit circle in the rainforest.
A private outdoor deck for practitioners running group circles, guided meditations and ceremony-style gatherings for up to 8 people — again on a regular weekly basis or as a half- or full-day workshop. Low-noise modalities only.
- Hexagon firepit deck in the rainforest
- Private outdoor gathering space
- Seating for up to 8 people
- Surrounded by tropical gardens
Best for: group circles, guided meditation, women's / men's circles, quiet ceremony, storytelling.
Zen Zone
Private sauna and cold plunge.
A brand-new cedar infrared sauna and cold plunge (capacity 2) with a private shower and toilet on a curved hardwood deck — surrounded by rainforest. The Zen Zone is offered exclusively to practitioners already hiring the Cabin, Sanctuary or Hexagon. It's not available as a stand-alone booking.
Please bring your own towels and swimmers.
- Brand-new cedar infrared sauna
- Cold plunge
- Private shower cabin with toilet
- Curved hardwood deck in rainforest setting
Best for: a reset between client sessions, contrast therapy after a workshop, quiet recovery ritual.
What's included
Every booking at Raahat includes these shared comforts, so you can focus on your session.
- Free on-street parking
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Separate outdoor bathroom with toilet and shower
- Air conditioning and heating (where applicable)
- Natural light and rainforest surroundings
- Premium quality equipment and furnishings
Come and say hello first. Every practitioner starts with a short in-person visit so we can meet, walk through the spaces and make sure Raahat is the right fit for your work. Once we've met, we'll set up your regular slot or workshop day.
How booking works
Get in touch
Send us a note about your practice, the space you have in mind, and your preferred weekly day / time or workshop dates.
Come and meet us
Short in-person visit so we can meet, show you around and make sure the space and community are a good fit both ways.
Settle into your slot
After your visit and vetting, we'll set up your regular weekly booking or workshop day and send you a private Cal.com link so you can book, reschedule and pay online whenever suits you.
A peaceful, residential setting. Raahat sits in a quiet residential neighbourhood with permanent residents living in close proximity on the property and homes on every side. We only host low-noise wellness activities so it stays peaceful for everyone — residents, neighbours and your clients.
What works beautifully here
- ✓Quiet work, consulting and one-on-one meetings
- ✓Coaching, counselling, therapy and bodywork
- ✓Yoga, meditation, breathwork and sound healing
- ✓Small wellness workshops and intimate gatherings
- ✓Private sauna, cold plunge and relaxation sessions
Kindly save for elsewhere
- ✗High Noise Impact Group exercises
- ✗Loud music, DJs, parties or amplified sound
- ✗Alcohol and Drugs
- ✗Smoking or vaping anywhere on the property
- ✗Pets — the local wildlife thanks you
- ✗Parking on the nature strip
Not sure whether your modality fits our low-noise setting? Please ask before booking — we'd rather have an honest chat than a difficult one later.
Noise & parking impact policy
Raahat is a working residential property in an R2 zone in Ocean Shores, with permanent residents living on site. We welcome a small number of aligned practitioners whose work fits the quiet, low-impact nature of the neighbourhood. This policy outlines how we keep noise, parking, and visitor frequency manageable for everyone.
Quiet hours
Sessions run from 8am to 8pm only. All activities must be low-noise and contained within the hired space. No amplified music, loud group exercise, drumming, or chanting audible outdoors. Voices should be kept low when arriving and leaving.
Visitor frequency
We prioritise regular weekly or fortnightly bookings and scheduled workshop days. We do not offer casual hourly or on-demand hire to the public. This limits the number of cars and people moving through the street each day.
Parking
Visitors must park on the street. Parking on the nature strip or the neighbouring property is not permitted. Guests are asked to arrive quietly and walk a short distance to the entrance.
Short FAQ
What are your quiet hours?+
The property operates between 8am and 8pm. We ask all practitioners and their guests to keep voices and activities low, especially when arriving and leaving, so the surrounding neighbourhood stays peaceful.
How often can a practitioner book the space?+
We work with practitioners on regular weekly or fortnightly slots, or scheduled workshop days. We do not offer casual drop-in or high-turnover hourly hire, which helps minimise vehicle and foot traffic in a quiet R2 residential street.
Where should visitors park?+
Free on-street parking is available on Goondooloo Drive. Please do not park on the nature strip. There is no on-site parking, so guests should arrive quietly and walk a short distance to the entrance.
Why can't I just book by the hour?+
Hourly, on-demand bookings create unpredictable coming-and-going traffic, which affects our neighbours and the permanent residents who live on the property. Regular, predictable sessions keep the neighbourhood calm and protect our right to operate in a residential zone.
Frequently asked questions about therapy room, yoga space & workshop venue hire in Byron Shire
Who is Raahat for?+
Raahat is a working home for wellness practitioners — counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches, bodyworkers, and yoga / meditation / breathwork / sound-healing facilitators — who want a calm, professional space for regular weekly sessions or half- and full-day workshops in Byron Shire.
Can I hire a therapy room in Byron Shire?+
Yes. The Cabin at Raahat is a private therapy room hire option in Ocean Shores, Byron Shire, designed for counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches and bodyworkers. It seats up to two people comfortably, has a warm, confidential feel, and is available for regular weekly holds.
Do you have a yoga space for hire in Byron Bay?+
Yes — the Sanctuary is an indoor yoga space for hire just a short drive from Byron Bay in Ocean Shores. It fits up to 8 people for yoga, meditation, breathwork or small group circles, and can be booked for regular weekly classes or one-off workshop days.
Is Pilates studio hire available at Raahat?+
The Sanctuary is suitable for quiet, low-impact Pilates and movement classes for small groups. It is not a fully equipped commercial studio, but it works well for mat-based Pilates, stretch, and mindful movement sessions. We can talk through your equipment needs during your visit.
Where can I find workshop venue hire in Byron Shire?+
Raahat offers two workshop venue hire options in Byron Shire: the Sanctuary (indoor, up to 8) for day workshops, and the Hexagon (outdoor firepit circle, up to 8) for practitioner-led group sessions, cacao circles, sound healing and other intimate wellness workshops.
What is the difference between the Cabin and the Sanctuary?+
The Cabin is a private therapy room for one-to-one counselling, therapy, coaching and bodywork. The Sanctuary is a larger group space for yoga, meditation, workshops, Pilates and small classes. Both are for regular practitioner hire, not casual public bookings.
Do you offer overnight accommodation?+
No. Raahat is not an overnight retreat and we don't offer any form of accommodation. The spaces are for your practice or your clients during the day.
Can I book by the hour as a member of the public?+
No — we don't take casual public hourly bookings. Because we sit in a quiet residential neighbourhood, we host a small, hand-picked group of practitioners on regular weekly holds or booked workshop days rather than a rotating flow of one-off guests.
Can I use the Zen Zone (sauna & cold plunge) on its own?+
No. The Zen Zone is offered exclusively as an add-on to practitioners already hiring the Cabin, Sanctuary or Hexagon. It is not available as a stand-alone booking.
Where is Raahat Rainforest Retreat located?+
In Ocean Shores, Byron Shire NSW — a 5-minute walk from Ocean Shores Shopping Centre and a short drive from Byron Bay, Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby.
What spaces can I hire?+
Three spaces plus a wellness add-on: the Cabin (consulting space for up to 2), the Sanctuary (indoor group event space for up to 8) and the Hexagon (outdoor firepit circle for up to 8). The Zen Zone (cedar infrared sauna and cold plunge, capacity 2) is available as an add-on for practitioners hiring one of the above.
Do I need to visit before booking?+
Yes — every practitioner starts with a short in-person visit so we can meet, walk through the spaces and check the fit both ways. Once we've met, we'll set up your regular weekly slot or workshop day and share a direct booking link.
Can I book online straight away?+
Not yet. Online booking is only available after you've visited and we've confirmed a good fit. We'll then send you a private Cal.com link so you can book, reschedule and pay online at any time.
What kinds of activities are welcome?+
Quiet, low-noise wellness modalities: counselling, therapy, coaching, bodywork, yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound healing, small group circles and workshops. High-impact fitness, loud music, drumming, chanting audible outdoors, parties, and events involving alcohol or drugs are not suitable for our residential setting.
What are your opening hours?+
Open daily from 8am to 8pm.
Is there parking on-site?+
Yes - free on-street parking is available. We request you to not park on the nature strip.
How do I pay and can I cancel?+
Once you've visited and we've confirmed a good fit, we'll share a private booking link where you can secure sessions with card payment. You can reschedule or cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your session.
Can I book a regular weekly or monthly slot?+
Yes — this is our preferred way of working. Message us with your preferred day and time and we'll set up a recurring hold after your visit.
Founded by Raj Gurmukhani
Raj started Raahat with a simple, deeply held vision: to give wellness practitioners a safe, elegant space where they can do their best work.
He is a passionate supporter of local entrepreneurs — talented healers, coaches and facilitators who can make a real difference in the community, but who often do not have access to a beautiful, professional setting for their group classes, workshops or one-to-one coaching and consulting sessions.
Raahat exists to fill that gap. It is a calm home for practitioners who are ready to step into something more polished, more peaceful and more purposeful.
Alice Lefebvre
Hi, I'm Alice — originally from France, based in the Byron region since 2015. I manage and maintain Raahat Rainforest Retreat and personally look after the small community of practitioners who work here. Because we sit in a quiet residential neighbourhood, I choose to work with a hand-picked group on regular weekly holds and workshop days — people whose practice matches the calm, low-noise nature of the property. If that sounds like you, I'd love to meet.
Contact us
For practitioners interested in a regular weekly slot or a workshop day: tell us a little about your practice and preferred time. We'll be in touch to arrange a visit, and once we've confirmed a good fit we'll send you a private Cal.com booking link so you can book and pay online.
This is an enquiry form, not an instant booking. Online bookings are only available after your in-person visit and vetting.
0401 797 156info@raahat.com.au13 Goondooloo Drive, Ocean Shores NSW 2483
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