Tucked away in the rolling hills of Nannup lies a hidden pocket of enchantment—our chestnut orchard. Wandering beneath its trees is like stepping into a piece of Europe nestled in the heart of Australia. There’s something otherworldly about the way the landscape unfolds—soft underfoot, filtered with dappled light, wrapped in the hush of trees whispering secrets in the breeze.
In full leaf, the orchard transforms into a green cathedral. Towering chestnuts stretch their limbs wide, forming a living canopy overhead. The sunlight filters through in golden ribbons, lighting up fluttering leaves like stained glass. It’s easy to imagine little fairies hiding behind branches or tiny glowing lights weaving between the trees. The beauty is not just in what you see, but in what you feel—a deep sense of calm, wonder, and reconnection.
Come winter, the orchard takes on a moody elegance. The bare branches reach toward grey skies like ancient fingers, and the crunch of leaves underfoot echoes in the quiet. It feels as though you might stumble upon a witch’s cottage or a secret path that leads to another world. The air is crisp, the light softer, and everything slows down.
Each season paints the orchard with a different palette—spring brings bright new leaves, summer deep greens, autumn golds and russets, and winter silvers and browns. As you walk, you can trace the age of the trees, from younger saplings to gnarled elders with trunks textured like old stories. You begin to notice things you hadn’t before: the scent of leaf litter, the flutter of birds, the countless shades of green you never thought existed.
There’s magic in the way the sunlight dances through the canopy, catching on spiderwebs and playing on the bark. In these quiet, shining moments, nature reminds us to slow down. The stillness nourishes not just the body but the mind. Studies might call it forest bathing, but we call it everyday magic—where time stands still and you’re reminded of the joy of simply being.
Walking through the orchard at Chestnut Brae isn’t just a stroll—it’s an experience. A deep breath. A grounding. A little escape into a world where nature still weaves wonder into every corner. Come walk with us—and rediscover the beauty of a single moment.
Chestnut Brae acknowledges the Wardandi and Bibbulmun people, the traditional custodians of the country we live on, and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to them and their cultures; and to elders both past and present.
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