Heyscape x The Gretaway

Heyscape x The Gretaway

“Hey Greta, what are your thoughts on a trip with Heyscape? The off-grid, eco-friendly, West Australian based unique accommodation company? All the cabins are found in unique areas, away from the lights of major towns and cities. They’ve got a focus on working with locals too – from their builders to the local experience providers within the vicinity of the cabins, so we’ll also try to incorporate some fun experiences for you as well. What do you reckon? Is this of interest?”

*Greta was unable to respond as she was enthusiastically and rapidly packing her bags for the outlined trip.

(To be transparent, this isn’t exactly how my time with Heyscape unfolded, but this is how it felt, and I was every bit as excited as you can imagine.) 

The trip of a lifetime:

Recently I had the opportunity to experience not one, but FOUR of the beautifully restyled off grid Heyscape cabins in Western Australia. I was also invited to attend the first “Dine Amongst The Vines Event” with Fervor Food, held at the Whicher Ridge Winery. Does this sound like a lot? I agree. Let’s break down the trip, and I’ll provide a bit of insight into what you can expect with a Heyscape escape.  

Heyscape live and breathe “Unique Stays in Unique Locations”. They prioritise getting people out in rural and remote areas, with an emphasis on the beauty of the West Australian landscape, so when I skimmed over the itinerary and saw my first few nights were on the outskirts of the BEAUTIFUL Busselton? Stoked. To see I then had the chance to explore a few of the more remote and rural properties in areas I’d never heard of? EVEN BETTER. And so the adventure began.

Cabin Flynn, located: Whicher Ridge Winery, from $395/night

Cabin Flynn was my introduction to Heyscape… and when it comes to the saying “First impressions count”? Flynn impressed. The restyling of the cabins has elevated an off-grid experience to a luxurious one. You’re so close to nature that you have all the benefits of camping views, but with zero of the discomfort. The mattress is a cloud, the bedding is quality linen, the towels are plush and soft, the freestanding OUTDOOR BATH? Stop. Cabin Flynn is conveniently located on Whicher Ridge winery which means you have a winery tasting at your doorstep – they also offer tours of their beautiful sensory garden, highly recommend!

Cabin Alisa, located: Whicher Ridge Winery, from $530/night

Also located on the beautiful Which Ridge Winery property, is Cabin Alisa. Across all Heyscape experiences you can expect a baseline level of quality that exceeds expectation; however, Cabin Alisa is within the “Premium Cabin” category, so it levels up even further. The cabin is super spacious, both on the interior and the exterior. The outdoor decking features a huge BBQ and a few comfortable chairs for your morning cuppa. There were also plush robes to wear before and after you experienced either the indoor OR THE OUTDOOR bath. Yes. Two bathing options here. After falling asleep by the stars (because all cabins have an enormous window beside the bed), I woke to a foggy morning with phenomenal colours. Kangaroos lounged directly in front of the cabin. The coffee machine and kettle were working overtime. I drank tea, read my book, and enjoyed the breakfast box that had been arranged. I HIGHLY recommend requesting a breakfast box or charcuterie box if you want to leave food catering to Heyscape, they offer great quality produce and plenty of options (and it’s there ready to go at your cabin)!

Cabin Fiona, located: Serpentine, from $530/night

My third stop on the Heyscape adventure was Cabin Fiona, another Premium Cabin located on a gorgeous country property in Serpentine. Cabin Fiona features all the quality furnishings of a Heyscape stay, including a SOLID interior bath. As a tall girl, I’m proud to announce that Heyscape won’t have you experiencing a shallow bath – this might only be relatable for those over 5’10, but when I tell you the depth of the bath is perfect? Believe me. Cabin Fiona also features an outdoor egg chair, attached to a gorgeous tree that sways just down from the property. They also have an outdoor net attached to the cabin… this is difficult to describe, but picture the crossover of a hammock and trampoline, and you’ve found the ultimate place to kick back and read your book or cosy up and watch the stars at night. I also had the pleasure of joining the property owners and friends for a hike through the property, finishing with stories, a glass of sparkles and a gorgeous sunset at the property viewpoint.

Cabin Tim, located: Toodyay, Avon Valley, from $530/night 

“Last but not least” applies to my fourth and final stay with Heyscape, Cabin Tim. Tim falls within the “Family Cabin” category of Heyscape, and has room for a family of four with a set of bunk beds, and the standard cloud bed. A special feature for Cabin Tim, alongside the standard quality furnishings, insanely starry nights, and gorgeous country sunsets, is the inclusion of a projector! There’s a screen to set up, then you simply connect to the projector, pick your favourite show/movie/streaming service and away you go! I had a super clear night, and I thoroughly enjoyed reliving my childhood watching Shrek and demolishing a bag of popcorn. Living Barry.

Experiences:

Alongside the luxury off-grid stays with Heyscape, I had the opportunity to partake in a few local experiences in the regions I visited. And when offered a good time? Who am I to say no! A few highlights include the pottery lesson with Happs Pottery between Busselton and Dunsborough, the winery tasting at Whicher Ridge Winery, the Dine Amongst the Vines Event with Fervor Food, and hiking with a small group through the Serpentine property for a gorgeous sunset. You’ll find that the Heyscape website has a series of recommendations for activities and experiences around the areas of each of their cabins, which is an absolute GOLD MINE if you haven’t been to these areas before. I put full trust into their itinerary, and each recommendation was worthwhile. From the Toodyay bakery to Serpentine Falls, you need to trust the locals… they know.

My recommendations:

Since posting about the fabulous time I’ve had with Heyscape, I’ve had a stack of questions on where my favourite cabin was, what people should take along for their trips, and whether the experience is worth it. So here are a few of my answers.

1)    Favourite cabins: I am a water baby at heart, so the outdoor baths at the Whicher Ridge Winery cabins were my favourite (Cabin Flynn and Cabin Alisa). Everyone has their preferences though, so review the website and find what suits yours!

2)    What to take with you: Make sure to stop at the local grocery stores prior to arriving at the Heyscape cabins, as the properties are that relaxing that you don’t want to leave. Coffee and tea are provided, but BYO milk and any of your favourite foods to enjoy while you’re there. Alternatively? Put your trust in the Heyscape team and see if you can arrange one of the food boxes.

3)    Is it worth it: A stay with Heyscape is LUXE. The locations are private and off grid, and so well taken care of. They’re quality, bucket-list style stays, and something to look forward to. It’s not just a hotel, it’s a curated eco-friendly and off grid experience that allows an escape into the Australian country environment. In my opinion, it’s well worth it – and if you use the code THEGRETAWAY10 to get a discount along the way.

Overall, I had a fabulous time with Heyscape. I met a bunch of the team, and the passion for offering a premium experience is clearly embedded into their roles. From the CEO to the marketing team, the tradies and the cabin management team, the pride that has gone into the Heyscape brand is clear and I consider myself incredibly lucky to have experienced it.

Check out Heyscape on TikTok and Instagram for more information, and have a look at my pages to put the faces to the names of each of the cabins I got to explore!

xoxo Greta