Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers
Overview
Melaleuca is an architecturally designed, owner-operated backpacker retreat, located three minutes walk from the sparkling waters of spectacular One Mile Beach in Port Stephens.
The boutique-style…
Melaleuca is an architecturally designed, owner-operated backpacker retreat, located three minutes walk from the sparkling waters of spectacular One Mile Beach in Port Stephens.
The boutique-style accommodation uses wood and glass to maximise light, space and harmony with nature. With views to the stars, stay in a cabin or camp out in bushland with the local wildlife. They are a Land for Wildlife property, no domestic pets are allowed.
A tranquil retreat in a natural bush setting with accommodations ranging from cabins (one to four share), dormitory rooms (six share), the Bird Cage a group share self-contained facility (for up to 26 )and the grassed "car-free" campground with a few shaded Kombi van sites.
Available for all guests, the magnificent main building houses double kitchens with all crockery and cutlery, a lounge area with free Wifi. Decked areas with tables, chairs and free barbecues. Laundry is also available for guests.
Bus stops on-site and off-street car parking. Easy access to
Anna Bay and Nelson Bay.
Professional tour companies welcome, catering options and Sand Dune and other tours available upon request.
Accessibility
A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Adhere to The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Employ people with disability
Modify your cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges
Train your staff in disability awareness
Train your staff to respond to allergic reactions
Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
