A Long Weekend Retreat in Andalucia, Spain
Four magical nights in a charming traditional Spanish villa right in the heart of the Andalucian countrside
Thursday 15th May - Monday 19th May 2025
This secluded villa; restored from old farm buildings, is set in beautiful gardens with a huge private pool, an ice bath, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, a gorgeous indoor yoga studio with amazing views, as well as a covered outdoor yoga area and a firepit, so there is absolutely no need to leave.
Our retreat venue is a traditional Spanish farmhouse in the Andalucian countryside, the 150 year-old property is situated on a secluded hillside in 80 acres of olive groves and Spanish oak woodlands.The property has a large (20 m) pool situated in a walled enclosure, and a courtyard garden, with a back terrace offering dining areas, a barbeque, and an authentic wood fired pizza oven on the terrace, with sunset views over the hills.
The owners make every effort to make the Cortijo as eco-friendly as possible - water is sourced from their own well and there are solar panels to heat the water. Waste is sorted and composted on site, working with volunteers who run permaculture projects on the land.
Schedule
Arrival on the first day Thursday, is from 5 pm, dinner is included.
Departure and check out is on Monday by 11am, breakfast is included
Full Days - Friday, Saturday and Sunday
8 am - 9.30 am - Morning Meditation and Creative Vinyasa Yoga Practice
10 am - Breakfast
Freetime
2 pm - Lunch
Freetime
5pm - Evening Practice - Yin Yoga/ Restorative Yoga/ Yoga Nidra
7.30pm - Dinner
Yoga Space
The Cortijo has a fully-equipped yoga studio (including high-quality mats, bolsters, blocks and meditation cushions). The studio has large windows facing toward the sunrise, overlooking scenic woodland and hills toward the Sierra de Loja. In addition there is an outdoor yoga platform (with sail shade)
Meals
All meals will be prepared by our very own chef and will be healthy, delicious colourful vegetarian food, which is locally sourced, seasonal, and organic where possible.
Full board - 3 meals per day included, as well as dinner on first evening (Thursday) and breakfast on the day of departure (Monday).
There will also be drinks and snacks available throughout the day should you fancy a bite to eat, or a hot drink, and 2 glasses of wine are included with your evening meal.
Accommodation
As you would expect with 150 year-old building, the accommodation has a rustic character which is very homely and comfortable, but not luxury. The house is naturally ventilated, for ecological and architectural reasons, there is no air conditioning, however, there are small fans in each bedroom. The Cortijo has 11 delightful authentic guest bedrooms (all with en-suite bathrooms), these consist of twin shares, doubles for couples and single doubles. There are lots of tranquil areas outside to relax as well as two separate living rooms within the house; the larger main sitting room has a film projector, a grand piano, an open log fireplace and there is also a bar.
Things to do
There are many hidden gems to discover hiking in the surrounding countryside (natural springs, lakes, waterfalls and caves). Or there are other places of interest within an hour’s drive of the Cortijo, including many lovely beaches, or a visit to the cities of Malaga, Seville and Granada, where you can visit the awe-inspiring Alhambra Palace or watch a traditional Spanish Flamenco performance.
Cost
A deposit of £175 pp is required to secure your booking - then this will be deducted from the total cost.
Sharing - Twin / Triple rooms with single beds all with en-suite bathrooms) - £595 pp - SOLD OUT
Sharing - Double room with double bed and ensuite for couples - £595 pp
Single - Double room with double bed and ensuite - £715 pp
NB - If you would prefer to pay by monthly intallments - this can be arranged.
Flights
Fly to Malaga for 50 minute transfer to venue, (transfers can be pre booked, we may be able to reduce the cost by sharing)
Included
Accommodation, full board of 3 meals a day, 6 yoga classes.
Not Included
Insurance, flight, transfers.
Please note:
There are animals that live in the property all year round, including a dog, Lenny he is large but very friendly, and 3 cats. These animals may come and go during your stay, so please let me know if you have any issues with this, and we will try to accommodate you.
Booking
Please contact me to disscuss room type and availability, then I will confirm all booking details. Brigitteyogauk@gmail.com
Please also click on the link below to fill in a registration form;
https://form.jotform.com/241453539999373
Please Note;
A non-refundable deposit of £175 is required to secure your booking.
7 months before (15th Nov), 20% of total payment is required.
4 months prior (15thJan), the remaining balance will need to be paid in full.