Slow Days, Long Laughs and Quiet Luxury

Every now and then, the only remedy is time away with your favourite women, the ones who make you laugh until it hurts, who know your stories, and who remind you who you are outside the day-to-day rush.
And when it comes to the perfect setting for a girls’ weekend filled with rest, reconnection and a touch of quiet indulgence, Merilli1885 offers something truly special.

A Luxury Base Just for You

Your girls’ weekend begins in our restored 1885 stone cottage, where heritage charm meets contemporary design. With two king suites, premium linens, a Chiminee Philippe fireplace, beautiful Salus amenities and thoughtfully curated local provisions, it’s a space designed to slow down in.

Pour a glass of wine, kick off your shoes and sprawl across the soft lounges. This is your place uninterrupted, private, and exclusively yours for the stay.

Choose Your Rhythm: Wine, Food and Fleurieu Magic

The Fleurieu Peninsula is known for its world-class wineries and long, sun-soaked afternoons. Merilli1885 places you moments from the region’s best, including Goolwa, Pt Elliot, Middleton, Victor Harbor, Langhorne Creek and McLaren Vale.

Spend the day hopping between cellar doors, settling into a long lunch overlooking vineyards, or indulging in a bold Shiraz or crisp regional Blanc. Prefer to stay in? We can arrange:

• A private in-house chef for an elevated long-table dining experience

• A hand-picked selection of local cheeses, wines and artisan produce

• Gourmet provisions to create your own slow, share-style feast

Wellness, Massages and Soulful Slow Time

No girls’ getaway is complete without a little nurturing.
Guests can book:

• On-property massages and yoga through our trusted wellness partners

• Private sunrise or sunset sessions

• Guided relaxation or meditation

Or simply soak up the stillness — wander the paddocks, sit beneath the 500-year-old gums, or curl up by the fire with a book in hand.

Outdoors, Adventure and Wide-Open Skies

If you’re craving movement, you’ll find it in every direction.
Explore nearby:

• Pristine beaches at Middleton, Goolwa and Pt Elliot

• Coastal walks, conservation parks and sweeping lookouts

• Wildlife encounters with kangaroos, birds and horses right here on the property

Whether you choose a gentle stroll or a windswept walk by the sea, the Fleurieu makes it easy to reconnect with nature — and with each other.

Boutiques, Markets and Local Treasures

A short drive away you’ll find local makers, weekend markets, homewares, art, wine, bread, flowers and produce worth taking home.
Pair your finds with lunch in Goolwa or cocktails in Pt Elliot before returning to the quiet comfort of the cottage.

Merilli1885: A Sanctuary for Slow Moments and Big Memories

Girls’ weekends are more than a getaway they’re the stories you’ll retell for years.
At Merilli1885, you’ll find the perfect backdrop for those moments: warm, refined, private and full of the small luxuries that make time away feel unforgettable.

Gather your favourite women.
Escape the noise. And settle into two (or more) days of slow living, connection and the kind of laughter you only share with your closest friends.