Every year, the Married at First Sight experiment reaches its most explosive moment during the Couple’s Retreat.
It’s where simmering tensions finally boil over, bonds are tested, and the season’s most memorable moments are made.
Scroll on for everything we know about the location of this year’s Couples Retreat.
Where was the 2026 MAFS Couples Retreat filmed?
Photos exclusively obtained by New Idea show the couples arriving at Greyleigh estate near Kiama, on the NSW South Coast, for this season’s Couples Retreat.
The estate is set on over 200 acres of land and was first established as a working dairy farm in the 1800s. It has since been refurbished to offer luxury accommodation where the country meets the coast.
Greyleigh is nestled amongst the hills above Kiama, and the property boasts unique views of the rolling hills of the countryside, the sparkling lights of the Kiama township, and the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean.
It’s an exclusive-use venue, making it a perfect fit for weddings, big family gatherings, and reality TV retreats.
Among the century-old camellia trees sits the renovated original farmhouse and guesthouse, which have been tastefully decorated with antique furniture, vintage finds, and one-off pieces.
The wraparound verandahs provide the perfect spot to relax at the end of the day and watch the sunset over the manicured lawns.
During your stay at Greyleigh, you can enjoy a massage, body or facial treatment at the Greyleigh Spa, enjoy a helicopter tour of the coast and the country, take in an art workshop overlooking Kiama, or enjoy an Italian cooking class or pilates session at your request.
The property also features fresh produce — including eggs you can collect yourself and veggies and herbs you can pick to add to your meals and drinks.
And while you’re there, you can say hello to the farm animals and enjoy a stroll through the macadamia, almond, citrus, and fruit orchard.
Can you stay at the property where the MAFS Couples Retreat was filmed?
Yep, the Greyleigh is open to bookings from the public. Just keep in mind that you have to book the entire place.
Where have the MAFS Couples Retreats been filmed in the past?
In 2024 and 2025, the MAFS Couples Retreat was filmed at Hinterland House in Northern NSW.
Nestled about 20 minutes’ drive from Byron Bay, Hinterland House is the kind of heritage property that makes you want to immediately cancel your plans and book a weekend away. Set on over 20 acres of macadamia orchards and manicured gardens, the estate is surrounded by lush greenery and the sort of Instagram-worthy scenery that looks almost too good to be real.
Built over 120 years ago, the main homestead was handcrafted using handmade bricks and locally milled timbers, and the craftsmanship still speaks for itself. Inside, you’ll find high ceilings, stained glass windows, and parquet flooring that give the space a warmth and character that no amount of modern renovation could replicate.
Two living areas in the main house mean there’s always room to gather (or to escape), while the two adjoining cottages each come with their own living areas and wraparound verandahs perfect for soaking up the scenery.
If the heritage charm alone isn’t enough to win you over, the property’s extras certainly will.
A mineral-heated swimming pool, a fire pit, an in-house limo, and a private chef come with the territory – making Hinterland House less of a stay and more of an experience.
Hinterland House is now owned by Brisbane-based hospitality entrepreneur Mitch Carter, who purchased the estate for $2.75 million back in 2016.
The property was listed for $15 million in 2024 but didn’t sell – meaning this beloved Northern Rivers gem remains in good hands for now.
The property sleeps up to 16 guests, with the option to book out the entire estate, making it ideal for a big group getaway, a wedding, an anniversary celebration, or any occasion that deserves a seriously spectacular setting (minus the TV cameras, of course!)
