Welcome to the Spa Anise experience Spa Anise uses the Australian brand Waterlily and its sister brand Spaceuticals. Each product is hand crafted in their botanical laboratory in Brisbane, embracing the principles of fresh batched beauty. Waterlily’s heritage of slow skincare ensures that ingredients are nurtured from paddock to finished product to maintain the intensity and activity of each vital nutrient. Clean, green, transdermal and intensive to deliver visible results.
Our Retreat offers a beautifully appointed Hunter Valley escape where each visit becomes a sensory journey offering a complete spa wellness experience steeped in botanical luxury. Stunning rituals for face and body incorporate the latest techniques and meticulously formulated spa products to ensure each treatment delivers a slice of relaxation heaven.
We look forward to welcoming you to Spa Anise.
The ultimate couples treatment begins with a full body massage. While blissfully relaxed, your hands will be refreshed with a raspberry and rose exfoliation followed by an exotic moisture boost of guava and Moroccan rose. Then, treat your feet with a refreshing bamboo foot exfoliation followed by a foot treatment with rich lashings of spearmint and ginkgo. Finally, relax into an indulgent neck, shoulder and scalp massage to finish your ritual. This couples treatment wouldn’t be complete without a glass of sparkling and a fresh fruit platter in the surrounds of our gorgeous Hunter Valley Retreat.
2 hours - $300 per person
1.5 hours - $480 for two people
Your ritual begins by selecting one of Waterlily’s aromatherapy oil blends that resonates with you on the day of your treatment. Your oil is warmed to release its full aroma and is used for your tailored full body massage to calm, rebalance and restore. Following your massage is a luxurious spa facial rich in exotic fruit oils and vitamins. This treatment will visibly refine and refresh your skin.
1.5 hours - $260 per person
1.5 hours - $240 per person
SIGNATURE VINO THERAPY
Facials
SPA SERENITY
An anti-ageing face treatment to deeply renew, replenish and repair. Enriched with Vineyards offerings of pure Shiraz, pomegranate, fig and organic chocolate, the facial is complete with a performance contour masque infused with 500mg of pure vitamin C and 1000mg of freeze dried Shiraz.
TIME OUT FOR TWO
MATERNAL BLISS A dedicated pregnancy massage to support and nurture your body. This treatment will gently relax and support you, your body and your baby. Your massage is followed by an aromatic foot exfoliation and treatment to relieve stress and tension, while enhancing relaxation and general wellbeing. Available in second and third trimesters only.
1 hour - $200 per person
Signature spa rituals
YOUTH ELIXIR A deeply rejuvenating treatment offering an infusion rich in omega oils and antioxidants to deeply hydrate, replenish and renew. Enriched with exquisite essential oils of rose balsam, crushed nut butters and antiageing vitamins to deliver the ultimate hydration treatment delivering beautifully luminous and dewy soft skin.
A dedicated pregnancy massage to support and nurture your body. Rejoice as you and your baby enjoy the benefits of your relaxation and stillness. This calming full body massage will gently nurture, hydrate and radiate your glow and is available in second and third trimesters only.
1 hour - $190 per person | 1.5 hours - $230 per person
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
PREGNANCY MASSAGE
Relax, unwind and be transported to another dimension with this hot stone massage. Your Spa Therapist will use rhythmic techniques to allow the stones to release their healing energies deep into the muscles, dissolving any tension and stress. This sensory experience will harmonise the body, mind and spirit. 1.5 hours – $250 per person
Massages
An energising and healing blend of oils are applied during this deep massage to heal and revitalise the muscles and mind. Your therapist will tailor your treatment using deep tissue, acupressure and muscle release techniques to target your areas of tension and pain. This treatment is perfect for those wanting a firmer style of massage.
1 hour - $190 per person | 1.5 hours - $230 per person
HOT STONE MASSAGE
RELAXATION MASSAGE
1 hour - $190 per person | 1.5 hours - $230 per person
Harmonise your body’s senses with this calming full body massage using a blend of nourishing pure essential oils. Light to medium pressure will soothe aches and pains, ease your nervous tension and induce healing, leaving you feeling blissful and relaxed. This treatment is the perfect way to unwind.
A pure botanical hair treatment and scalp massage to restore a supple mind and hair that shines. Delivering intense conditioning to revitalise damaged hair with a blend of jojoba, hazelnut and apricot oil.
Complete your spa experience with a relaxing food massage. A bamboo and spearmint treatment exfoliates the skin, followed by a nourishing ginkgo and shea nut balm to hydrate.
An express cleansing facial designed to offer a quick pick me-up to brighten, nourish and revitalise the complexion using a selection of nourishing cold pressed plant oils, exotic fruit enzymes and replenishing botanicals, French clay and a hydrating infusion of aromatic essential oils. HEAVENLY HAIR
HEAVENLY HANDS
REVITAL EYES
Give your hands the time they deserve with a dedicated exfoliation, clay infusion and a hydration boost of exotic Moroccan rose, guava and vitamins. The perfect accompaniment to any spa facial. KNEAD MORE Extend your Spa Anise experience with a 30 minute massage treatment of your choice. spice’ treatments
‘Extra
30
PETIT SPA FACIAL
A revitalising layered treatment dedicated to the delicate eye area. Skin firmness, elasticity, tone and texture are plumped and reconditioned. Essential for beautiful, fresh and rejuvenated eyes. FABULOUS FEET
Add to your bliss. Select one of our main treatments and add some ‘extra spice’ to enhance your spa escape. Extra spice can be enjoyed as an add on to any existing treatment or combine two or more to create your own experience. mins - 1 for $90 • 2 for $80 each • 3 for $75 each • 4 for $70 each
PRIVACY AND MODESTY
All appointments on Sundays and public holidays carry a 15% surcharge.
The time for your spa experience has been exclusively allocated for you; however, if your plans change and you wish to cancel or reschedule, we do require 24 hours’ notice. Otherwise the full charge will be applied. To book your treatment or if you have any questions, please contact Reception.
SPA OPENING HOURS
Please note for your comfort and for our therapists our maximum treatment length is 2.5 hours. If you would like a longer treatment, we are happy to arrange this for you with a short break in our spa lounge where you can order from our complimentary herbal tea menu or order snacks and drinks from our refreshments menu or even pre-order platters (48 hours required) to have during your treatment. SPI2174
Your wellbeing is very important to us. Please let us know of any health conditions or pregnancy when scheduling your appointment as certain spa treatments may not be recommended.
Our caring and professional therapists have the utmost respect for your privacy and modesty. All personal information shared with us remains confidential. It is our intention to provide a safe, healing environment based on trust where you can truly relax. SPA ETIQUETTE
HEALTH CONSULTATIONS
The spa environment is quiet and peaceful. Please ensure your phone is switched off or on silent for the duration of your visit. The spa, including outside area is non-smoking.
The Spa Anise experience
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SPA CANCELLATION
555 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320 Australia I 1300 192 868 reception.vineyards@spicersretreats.com
The spa is open from 9am to 5pm. Other appointment times can be arranged with prior notice. Please note the spa is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
SUNDAY AND PUBLIC HOLIDAY SURCHARGES
ARRIVAL Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your appointment to relax with a refreshment in our guest lounge area near Reception. SPA ATTIRE We advise wearing something comfortable so that you can easily undress when in the treatment room. If staying at the Retreat please feel free to come in your bathrobe. Underwear is worn throughout all treatments.