Escape to a beautiful small retreat centre in the Algarve hills, where nature’s tranquility and mindful practices converge for a rejuvenating retreat designed specifically for women. Stretch and Breathe offers a haven for those seeking to recharge, find balance, and rediscover inner peace in a setting of natural beauty.
Picture yourself surrounded by vibrant greenery, with panoramic views that inspire calm and introspection. Throughout this immersive experience, you’ll indulge in daily yoga sessions tailored to your pace and needs, guiding you through gentle movements that restore flexibility and release tension.
Breathwork sessions will further enhance your sense of well-being, offering tools to center your mind and renew your energy. You’ll learn techniques to harness the power of your breath, calming your mind and invigorating your soul.
Our plant-based food on the other hand will nourish your body. Each meal is thoughtfully crafted to support your wellness journey, using fresh, local- mostly organic- ingredients.
You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful massage with our local massage therapist, to go for gentle walk in the hills, or relax on the patio or by the pool.
Stretch and Breathe is more than just a retreat; it’s a chance to pause, reflect, and emerge refreshed. Join us for a transformative experience that honors your journey, supports your well-being, and allows you to embrace a renewed sense of vitality in a small retreat centre where nature and self-care intertwine.
Check-in time on arrival day (Sunday): after 2pm (you can join the 5pm class)
Check-out time on last day (Saturday): 10 am
Timetable
The timetable is not set in stone and we can adapt to your needs and preference, but this is an indication of what a day would look like.
Day 1 (Sunday):
14.00: Check-in & Relax
17.00: Restorative class
19:00: Dinner
(we’ll adapt according to people’s arrival time)
Day 2 to Day 6:
9.00 – 10.00: Breakfast
10.00 – 12.30: Gentle Yoga (including Pranayama, mudras, and bandhas).
13.00 – 14.00: Plant-based and seafood lunch
14:00 – 17:00: This is the time for you to relax, get to know each other or explore the Algarve. We can organise trips to areas you’d like to explore (optional add-on) or get a massage therapist to come (minimum 2 clients, add-on).
17.00 – 18.30: Breathwork, Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra
19.00: Plant-based and seafood dinner
In the evening you can enjoy sitting on the patio, chatting, or watch a nice movie in the TV snug…
Day 7 (Saturday):
8.00-9.00: Early morning class (to be adapted according to people’s departure time)
9.00-10.00 : Breakfast
Saying goodbye..
The location
We live in a small village, in a cul-de-sac, on an organic farm. We renovated a building into our guesthouse and now have 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, a breakfast room, a TV snug, a kitchen, a patio. We also have a beautiful bright yoga studio, fully equipped (with props and yoga ropes).
Getting There
The nearest airport is Faro, which is 25 minutes from here. You can also travel by train from Lisbon to Loule train station, which is 10 minutes away.
How to pay
Before booking, please email me at [email protected] to check availability and to make sure this retreat is adapted to your needs.
When we confirm the availability of your accommodation option by return email, please pay the deposit to secure your spot or the totality of the payment before April 15th to avail of the Early Bird special price.
The following prices include accommodation, food (breakfast, lunch & dinner), tea and coffee, yoga, meditation, Breathwork and all the activities including going to the beach, visiting local places of interest but exclude extra activities like massage or transfer from and to the airport.
EARLY BIRD
| Full Payment Due before April 15th | |
| 1 person in shared bedroom (twin beds) | €845 |
| 1 person in double room (single occupancy) | €1340 |
| 2 persons sharing one double room (price per room) | €1890 |
NON-EARLY BIRD
| Deposit on booking | Balance due on June 14th | Total | |
| 1 person in shared bedroom (twin beds) | €450 | €500 | €950 |
| 1 person in double room (single occupancy) | €650 | €840 | €1490 |
| 2 persons sharing one double room (price per room) | €900 | €1200 | €2100 |
Cancellation policy
If we cancel the event, you get all your money back.
If you are unable to attend the retreat due to a force majeure and cancel your booking at least 30 days before the start of the retreat, we will either send a full refund minus €50 administration fee or we will transfer your payment to another of Veronique’s events if you wish so.
If you cancel your booking later than 30 days before the retreat, we will refund 50% unless we can fill up your spot.
Please note that any refunds issued do not cover personal expenses you have incurred, such as flights or other costs not paid directly to us. We strongly recommend obtaining travel insurance to cover these expenses.