Welcome to The River Retreat located in the Swan Valley only 40 minutes from Perth CBD.  Home of  Didge After Dark, Taste of Didge, Ripping Yarns on the Riverbank & The Outback Show.

At The River Retreat, formerly Swan Valley Holiday Cottages, you will find Swan Valley Accommodation, Australian performances, friendly service and great facilities that we know you'll love. Repeat customers and  new visitors – welcome, explore all our activities and performances that you can enjoy during your stay.

Be it a family holiday, a farm-stay/eco experience, a getaway with friends or a special event, The River Retreat offers a range of accommodation styles, Australian experiences and activities to suit your tastes.

All our performances and activities are available to all – you don’t have to be staying onsite to join in.

The River Retreat is a leisurely 40 minute drive from Perth city and ideally situated in the heart of the Swan Valley for you to enjoy and absorb all that is “Perth’s Valley of Taste”. Here you can find award winning wineries, acclaimed restaurants, galleries and many other attractions. The River Retreat has a quiet rural outlook over the mature redgums on the Swan River to the Darling Range.

We look forward to welcoming you and know you will enjoy your stay.