Fall Retreat - November 8-11
A Peaceful Fall Retreat in the Heart of Alentejo
📅 Thursday November 8 through Sunday November 11
📍 Grandola — 1h20 south of Lisbon
Join me in the Alentejo countryside for a long weekend of movement, nature, nourishment & rejuvenation.
What's included ?
4 days / 3 nights in a premium eco-lodge nested in nature
Local, vegetarian, nourishing and thoughtful meals inspired by Ayurveda all weekend (light breakfast, brunch, afternoon snack and dinner)
5 yoga classes: energizing in the morning, restorative in the evening
A guided hike to explore the surrounding area
A meditation & breathwork session
A journaling workshop
A thoughtful gift-bag
Fireside conversations, wellness talks, community and plenty of time to unplug and do you !
✨ Price: €890/person for 4 days and 3 nights
🤍 Limited to 10 participants only
The Location:
Located just 90 minutes south of Lisbon (125 km), between Grândola and Comporta, the Monte das Casolas tranquil estate is set in an oak forest surrounded by rolling hills, unspoiled beaches and landscapes that shift from lush green in winter togolden hues in summer, offering a serene haven for relaxation, creativity, and connection with nature.
Whether seeking inspiration, stillness,or hands-on artistic expression, guests can unwind in this tranquil setting, far from the rush of city life, and reconnect with themselves through nature and creativity.
The Land: On the grounds, enjoy an oval pool inspired by nature, an open-air yoga shala, and shaded spots under ancient olive trees. Created for rest and reconnection, it’s a place to slow down and enjoy the essentials in an exceptional natural setting.
Schedule - this is a general outline, it may be subject to change slightly.
Day 1 (Thursday):
3pm - Arrival & check-in. Transportation from Lisbon airport or from the city center can be organized for an additional fee. Rooms are available at 3pm, if you arrive earlier you’re welcome to hangout by the pool.
5pm - Opening circle and setting our intentions for this 4-day journey.
5.30-7pm - Yin Yang yoga: a gentle movement practice to fully arrive and begin.
7.30pm - Family-style dinner, getting to know each other while sharing a hearty meal.
Day 2 (Friday):
Light breakfast: fresh fruits, herbal teas, coffee, tea, jar of nuts.
8.30-10.30am - Hatha Yoga, a long grounding practice on the theme of Root & Rebound.
11am - Nourishing, healthy and delicious Brunch.
1-5pm - Free time: read, rest, relax, explore, you do you :)
5pm - Journaling workshop: exploring the act of writing as a mindfulness tool.
6-7.15pm - Yin yoga, a relaxing practice where we hold poses for several minutes, allowing for deep stretch & release, on the theme of the Air element.
7.30 - Family-style dinner & bonfire chats.
Day 3 (Saturday):
Light breakfast: fresh fruits, herbal teas, coffee, tea, jar of nuts.
8.30-10am - Vinyasa Yoga, a dynamic morning flow practice to energize, stretch and strengthen, on the theme of Transitions.
10.15am - Cold plunge in the pool. Experience the thrill of cold water immersion !
11am - Nourishing, healthy and delicious Brunch.
12 - 2pm - Quiet time: read, rest, relax, explore, you do you :)
2 - 5.30pm: Guided Hike with a local guide to explore the wilderness of the area.
6-7.15pm - Yoga Nidra (or the Yoga of sleep) with Tibetan bowls, a lying-down practice for total relaxation.
7.30pm - Family-style dinner & stargazing.
Day 4 (Sunday):
Light breakfast: fresh fruits, herbal teas, coffee, tea, jar of nuts.
8-9.30am: Morning Meditation and Pranayama (breathing exercises) to fully integrate the learnings and benefits of our weekend.
10-11am - Nourishing, healthy and delicious Brunch.
11-12pm - Room checkout.
12.30pm - Closing circle.
1-3pm - Departure of participants. Transportation to Lisbon airport or to the city center can be organized for an additional fee.
The Casolas:
3 casolas will be available for our group for this retreat; whitewashed houses, designed with simplicity and sustainability in mind, offering modern comfort and blending seamlessly into the landscape. All casolas are identical in size and layout, with 3 bedrooms in each. Each features a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area, wood stove, and private terrace.
The villas have a fully equipped kitchen, while the expansive living room provides a comfortable dining area and lounge space with a wood-burning stove. The living room opens directly into an outdoor terrace, with an inviting table, a cozy lounge corner, and an electric barbecue. This outdoor space provides a picturesque setting for enjoying panoramic views and al-fresco meals. Perfectly cozy for all seasons !! In addition, each villa comes with two designated private parking spaces.
The Rooms:
Each room has a double bed and a private bathroom, and for this retreat, unless you are coming as a couple, you will not be sharing your room with anyone else. Beds, mattresses and linens are of the highest quality to ensure the most restful nights and the windows in every room are framing the surrounding nature. The bathrooms are complete with a shower, sink, and toilet.
Your Host:
Pauline is a certified yoga instructor & wellness consultant who supports purpose-driven people through life’s transitions with mindfulness, yoga, community and transformational retreat experiences.
After a first professional career in retail tech between New York and LA, she moved to Lisbon with her family in 2023 and changed everything in pursuit of a slower, more soulful and more aligned lifestyle.
Since then, she’s led over a dozen wellness retreats in Portugal with international groups of all backgrounds.
Ask me all your questions about the retreat, the location, the rooms, the program or anything else: book a call with me !
