17pounds Country Estate & Wellness Retreat
At 17pounds Country Estate and Wellness Retreat, we pride ourselves in providing a sanctuary for people looking for an escape. The Estate is situated between Daylesford and Trentham and backs directly onto the Wombat State Forest right on top of the Great Dividing Range, about 800m above sea level. Surrounded by old tall forest trees and ferns, our four separate walking / hiking and cycling tracks have been created so you can experience natural forest, lush undergrowth, and wildlife and creek beds. Walk through our extensive gardens, where you can select seasonal fresh produce to enjoy on the outdoor BBQ, or wonder a little further and enjoy the fire pit, or a romantic evening in the Pavilion by the water edge. The tranquil rural property encourages solitude, but close enough to still stay connected to explore the region.
In our beautifully appointed cottage 'Shillings & Pence', you will be enchanted by the sounds and perfumes of nature . . . the freshest air, prolific bird life, wallabies, wombats and koalas. The property encourages you to sit back, relax and enjoy nature, or if you are creative, find a place to capture the scenery.
If you're into fitness, our new indoor magnesium pool and gym is available for personal training and group sessions. (bookings or appointments are necessary)
Aqua FitnessWellness
Janine Granger, owner of JG Physical Fitness is a qualified Fitness Trainer, Pool Lifeguard & Aqua trainer with more than 30 years’ experience. "Occasionally you come up with an idea that changes the way you want to train your clients. We are all looking for something different, challenging, a little gentler on our bodies & more importantly enjoyable. We need to be encouraged, motivated and feel refreshed & exhilarated. We are therefore introducing our new direction via our Magnesium heated indoor pool & aqua fitness boutique.
Water is very important to health & wellbeing. We all need to drink more & water is great for joints and rehabilitation of muscles and improving fitness, and it’s just lovely to float & relax especially in a Bullarto Mineral water filled Magnesium pool, this will be the first of its kind in the area.
Magnesium in pools has been around for a long time, and the health benefits of Magnesium have been well documented for centuries.
The benefits of a Magnesium Pool
It is wonderful for muscle relaxation with the easing of sore muscles, it soothes and moisturises the skin, increases skin elasticity and hair health. Little to no irritation for your eyes, detoxes skin and body, increases quality of sleep & helps with stress relief, it also helps to reduce blood pressure. Evidence suggests that when bathing in magnesium enriched water, magnesium will be absorbed through the skin (transdermal therapy) and can offer the bather these additional benefits:
- Soothe the skin, relieving those with sensitive skin to enjoy a swim
- Detoxify the skin and body, by way of relaxing the nervous system. Perfect for those facing anxiety and stress in their day to day lives
- Softens and smooths the water, enhancing the bathing experience