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A place for Community.

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OUR STORY

✺ CAFE

Shelter Cafe is a family-run wholefoods haven inside one of Apollo Bay’s oldest homes. We serve food that loves you back. House-made, organic, and free from seed oils, sugars, or additives.

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Market Lane Coffee ✺

Market Lane Coffee ✺

A woman and a girl are shown interacting at a bakery counter. The woman is behind the glass display case, which contains cookies, and the girl is on the customer side, with her hand near her face. The bakery has wooden shelving and a window in the background, with sunlight coming in.

By day, an earthy brunch spot; by night, an organic pizzeria and wine bar with a backyard sauna under the palm.

MARKET LANE COFFEE

We proudly pour Market Lane Coffee, a specialty roaster based in Melbourne/Naarm since 2009, dedicated to sourcing, roasting, and sharing exceptional coffee in a sustainable, respectful, and responsible way.

CONTACT

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Our beautiful home is also available for hire. From intimate birthdays to whimsical weddings to grounding breathwork gatherings.

Inside, Shelter holds up to 32 people in a space that feels cosy, lived-in, and warmly lit, with antique charm woven into every corner. Outside, our backyard opens into a spacious garden framed by native trees and bountiful fruit trees, with picnic tables and shaded pockets perfect for rugs, laughter, and long afternoons.

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✺ FUNCTIONS

Shelter is a place made for memories: a home that welcomes creativity, connection, celebration, and rest.
We want our space to feel open, generous, and alive…
a place where people come to fulfil their dreams and desires, and leave feeling held.

ENQUIRE

At The Corner Sauna, we’re more than just a place to relax, we’re a community-centered wellness space dedicated to the healing power of sauna and cold therapy located at Shelter Cafe.

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✺ SAUNA

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Corner Sauna ✺

Corner Sauna ✺

Ready to relax, recharge and experience the benefits of sauna and cold therapy? Each session is 1 hour long and includes access to our ice bath. We have 8 spots available per hour, so book early to secure your preferred time

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RELAX

The sauna is thoughtfully designed with a traditional wood-fired heater, 200kg of sauna stones, and rich cedar lining, creating a deeply inviting and warm atmosphere. Each booking includes access to a two-person ice bath set at 8°C.

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