Candelo is picturesque and The Convent is it’s jewel – a heritage building of refined beauty – enough splendour to make your stay grandish! It’s a romantic destination, a place to relax. Explore the pristine forests and the close multitude of untouched beaches of the Sapphire Coast.

The village itself, is in a soft valley of huge old trees along the river which meanders through the centre of the village. In the morning walk down to the delightful café where the coffee is good and the food fresh and local, and the general store where a large selection of crafted artisan products are available - fresh bread from the local Wheatley Lane Bakery, cream, cheese and milk from Tilba Dairy.

The Candelo Arts Society, is a nfp organisation of camaraderie, organising regular music and festival events. (Candelo website) On the first Sunday of the month is the famous Candelo Market where all things under the sun come to light from recycled farm tools to fragrant hand-made organic skin-care products, to name a few. Then there’s the servo that’s more than a servo. As well as fuel you can get lost in an array of floor to ceiling collectibles.