Go glamping surrounded by wildlife

If you really, really want to get away from it all then New South Wales bush retreat Turon Gates is an excellent choice. 

Turon Gates has just added six new riverside, self-catering glamping tents on its 6000-acre property at Capertee on the outer edge of the Blue Mountains. 

The new 50sqm tents feature teak and canvas interiors and combine a rustic charm with functionality. 

Furnishings include a sumptuous four-poster bed plus daybed and lounge area, contemporary bathroom (with bath for two), kitchenette with Nespresso coffee machine and a Danish wood burner stove for winter nights.

Expect a welcome gift of local wine and honey, complimentary toiletries, and an in-tent selection of magazines, books and board games.

All Turon's tents overlook the clear trout stream running through the property, which is dotted with cabins and alive with native wildlife. 

After a three-hour drive from Sydney you will be surrounded by kangaroos, wombats, the odd platypus and echidnas.

Katoomba, Mudgee, Bathurst and Lithgow are within easy reach. 

Another new offering at Turon Gates is The Pavilion, an event glamping tent accommodating up to 100 seated or 150 standing guests for social gatherings, corporate and wellness retreats.

The sustainable resort is solar powered but wifi is available around the glamping site. 

For more information about Turon Gates including accommodation options, prices and availability visit www.turongates.com/ 

# The writer was a previous guest in a Turon Gates cabin