Your Tiny House Adventure
“Be content with what you have, rejoice in the way things are. When you realise there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.” – Lao Tzu.
“the secret of happiness you see is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less.” – Socrates
We at Qii House are excited and welcome the Tiny House experience. A bird’s eye view of endless magical forest and sunset landscapes; akin to nature and the art of living in harmony with nature and Otway rainforest life. Our latest installation of three custom Tiny Houses is complete and grace the landscape at Qii House…in hiding. More happy, relaxed retreat spaces for your enjoyment!
Qii House has worked on this project with “Treehab”. Treehab was formed by people who are passionate about design, innovation and most importantly sustainability. Their mission is to provide innovative solutions that are environmentally sound and sustainable; and to be well equipped in the provision of the small creature comforts we all adore! Each tiny home is custom designed for the specific place, client requirements and purpose taking in passive, contemporary design principles. We are excited to announce it is the very first tiny house installation in the Otways and in the whole of Western Victoria. There are some in the Dandenongs and the Yarra Valley. Your stay will be history in the making! What an adventure!
It is the confidence in our bodies, minds and spirits that allows us to keep looking for new adventures, new directions to grow in, and new lessons to learn-which is what life is all about…wherever you go, go with all your heart. Celebrate that which you need to see more of…life is pure adventure, the sooner we realise that, the sooner we will be able to treat life as art.
Transformational travel is not really about the destination, it’s about the experience- and that includes the journey as well. The Transformational Travel Council, founded in 2016, defines transformational travel as ”intentionally travelling to stretch, learn and grow into new ways of being and engaging with the world.”
Our three “Tiny Houses” each have unique Japanese Zen names…
We will market “Ukiyo” which means “floating world”; living in the moment detached from the bothers of life, “Kensho” meaning “seeing one’s true nature and “Kokoro” meaning a sensory, feeling one gets if we were to take a moment to reflect on the interconnectedness of all things; it is the embodiment of concepts of heart, mind, spirit, will, consciousness and soul.
“Thoughts, feelings, and desires, or will, are all interrelated aspects of what it means to be human, and we would be wise to take all of them, and their interrelationship, into account in order to understand human experience.” – Swanson, 1993
These tiny eco dwellings have been custom built to compliment the principles of “Forest Therapy’ or “Shinrinyoku’ which is a popular practice in Japan. Shinrin means “forest” and yoku means “bath.”
Shinrin-yoku means bathing in the forest atmosphere, or taking in the forest through our senses. It is a researched based therapeutic modality with multi-factorial health benefits including stress reduction and elevating mood; and is impacting the world.
The tiny houses underpin “Qii House’s” philosophy and each is immersed in a forest canopy within the Great Otway National Park; a haven for peace and tranquillity. And yes, they do have some “quirk”, including red cupboards, colourful furnishings, a large pantry, queen day bed with three built in drawers, smeg appliances, a large round “fishbowl” window, double sliding glass doors leading to your own private deck with a large custom built eco bath big enough for two, a hammock, yoga mats and some seating. You will also have your own private carpark.
Facilities
Each tiny house is well equipped and has an eco-sustainable mindset. It will provide you with the ultimate cryptic challenge interalia.
- Corten steel and glass outdoor fireplace (Kokoro & Kensho)
- Smeg Toaster and electric Kettle
- Small two burner gas cooktop and oven
- Husky mini refrigerator
- Pull-out Queen bed with three storage drawers
- Ample crockery and cutlery
- Saucepans and frying pan
- Bodhum Teapot
- Bodhum coffee plunger
- Microwave oven
- Fold down table
- Two air chairs
- Separate Bathroom
- Shower
- Incinerator loo
- Vanity basin and mirror
- Two yoga mats
- Board games and books
- Small outdoor deck
- Outdoor setting for two
- Outdoor hot tub
- Single hammock
- Carpark
- Japanese inspired Thatch communal garden room with seating and a barbeque.
Scenery, space, and the human connection…intimacy with nature has to do with recognition of nature’s bounty and reverence for its in dwelling forces.
The property has an INFTA internationally accredited rainforest walking circuit for Forest Therapy for your use; The Zaborin Walk. Zaborin is a Zen meditation word meaning to sit and forget. Together with the character for “woods”, it encapsulates the essence of our purpose, to sit, to forget, to unwind, and to absorb the natural beauty within the forest. To breathe…in mind and body.
There is a delightful Japanese inspired thatch garden gazebo for use as a communal cooking facility. It houses bench seats, a small red table and a Gasmate Barbeque. A few metres away you will find a Billabong to further enhance your forest bathing experience.; The “birabon” is the Japanese term and namesake. It will provide you with a magical wildlife exploration and meditational setting for contemplation. You will find another Japanese Thatch garden room at the waters’ edge and ample seating, another space to deepen your connection to nature. And an ideal perch for birders.
Includes
We provide guidelines on forest therapy with the “welcome pack”, a complimentary bottle of wine, chocolates, a box of therapeutic tea, natural earth bath salts and a handmade soy wax candle and bedlinen. Television reception is poor, so we hope you can be resourceful enough to undertake some green exercise, to take a break from technology and to digitally detox!
Our mission is to provide you with a transformational travel experience for deepening self- awareness through connecting to nature. The natural bush setting offers our guests a quiet respite designed to connect them on a deeper level to nature
We hope that your tiny home away from home experience will be transformational, leaving you feeling refreshed, energized and inspired! When we discover nature, we discover ourselves.!
“If one’s life is simple, contentment has to come…having few desires, feeling satisfied with what you have, is very vital, satisfaction with just enough food, clothing, and shelter to protect yourself from the elements.” – Dalai Lama.
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What Our Guests Think Of Our Tiny Houses
House Rules
The Tiny Houses can be booked independently. In this event facilities at Qii House are reserved for those who book Qii House only; and are out of bounds. An exception is for a large group booking where Qii House and one or more of the Tiny Houses are booked. Total accommodation capacity including Tiny House accommodation is for fourteen persons. There are some bird feeders on location; you may wish to bring some wild bird seed. If on a larger group booking a torch would be useful when returning from the main house.
Guests should please maintain an eco-sustainable mindset and conserve energy and fresh rainwater. Rubbish is to be placed in the bins onsite along the driveway please. Noise should be kept at a minimum respecting the other house guests. We thank you in advance for your kind co-operation. Take care. Please enjoy your stay!
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Qii House Lorne: Honoured Among Australia’s Best Businesses by AUSBRB for setting unparalleled standards in innovation, operations and customer satisfaction.
Qii House Lorne is thrilled to announce its recent recognition by the Australian Business Review Board (AUSBRB) as one of the Best Businesses in Australia for 2024. This prestigious acknowledgment is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Steve Hoffman and the AUSBRB for this honour, and we’re excited to continue serving our community with the highest standards of quality and service.
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What makes Qii House the perfect setting for your eco wedding in the Otways?
Qii House is secluded within a lush, green rainforest canopy in the heart of the Otways National Park and is a honeymooners dream escape. The abundance in natural fauna and flora at your doorstep; exclusivity, stillness and romanticism is an eco-tourists paradise.
After the hustle and bustle of your BIG day it is the perfect space to wind down for an extended stay. Why not relax in simple luxuriance of the tree -tops on the under floor lit sunset deck sipping champagne with delicious chocolates or cookies from the deluxe Qii house gift -wrapped hamper. Drift into the night under the stars on the comfy daybeds listening to a bush orchestra and enjoy simple pleasures in stillness. Complimentary aromatic candles are included to add an extra touch. The “fan-shaped” deck is elevated and is the perfect platform for star- gazing and animal spotting through the Qii house giant red telescope. For those who love to go star crazy!
Eco-Tourism attractions in the area
There are ample eco-tourism attractions close by for an adventurous heart, including 10 waterfalls within a 10km radius, copious hiking and mountain bike tracks, canoeing at Lake Elizabeth, the Glow worms at Lavers Hill, berry picking farms, fishing off Lorne Pier; Lorne and the “Great Ocean Road” is 15 minutes away, Or for something more relaxing, board games and books are available for use at Qii house, nature hiking sticks, some basic gym items including skipping ropes, kettle bells and medicine balls. Or for the spirited alfresco cook there are outdoor cooking facilities; including a pizza oven and BBQ. In house catering can also be arranged.
Those special extras to make your day perfect
Complimentary spa vouchers for the Bride and Groom or a couple’s massage are available from Endota Spa, Lorne for extended stays of a minimum of 3 days. A mobile masseuse can also be arranged to come onsite. Why not indulge the moment and be pampered in the simple luxuriance of this Australian native bush hide away.
The meditative peace and tranquillity at Qii house is the perfect space for dreamers, for romance, to re-energise and to be one with nature.
Read – Our 10 tips for creating the perfect eco-wedding
Read – Eco Friendly Wedding Ideas
Read – Five Steps To a Sustainable Wedding
For some further needs on your special day, Qii house has some wonderful recommendations:
Wedding planners
ivorytribe.com.au
Celebrants
bellarinecelebrant.com
Catering
newearthcatering.com
therkgroup.com
fabulouscatering.com.au
hahlornebeach.com.au
Transport
starlimoservices.com.au
The Brides Diary
bridesdiary.com.au
Qii house is where the best in all worlds meet. In this world if you can dream it you can create it. Enjoy your stay!
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Feel the Vibe and Come Alive!
Qii house is an out of box experience. Savor the moment in fresh mountain air, in the ancient otways eco-system, where focus is shifted to the art of living in harmony with nature’s rhythm.