End of Summer Retreat
A weekend to slow down and welcome Autumn
When: 16 – 18 October 2026 (Friday 4PM to Sunday 7PM)
Where: 40min from Lisbon (Sobral de Monte Agraço, final address sent upon booking)
Price: from €235
Activities: Somatic yoga, Bioflow, cooking workshops (fermentation, Italian gnocchi), sound bath, wine tasting
Depth meets play
A weekend retreat to relax, celebrate the end of a beautiful summer, and learn somatic tools to regulate — alongside a cooking workshop, a wine tasting, and plenty of moments to simply enjoy yourself.
Somatic yoga and bodywork to help you become more aware of the body and your attention patterns, through slow movement, deep breath, and moments of stillness that let the nervous system truly settle.
Hands-on sessions making fresh, Italian-style food together — from fermentation to homemade gnocchi — because connection happens as easily around a kitchen table as it does on the mat.
A slow, conscious walk together through the countryside, plus plenty of unstructured time to rest, read, or simply be — no agenda required.
Evenings wind down with a tasting of local wines and a sound bath — a gentle close to each day, designed to help you fully arrive in your body.
Connection with ourselves is just as important as connection with others.
Meet your facilitators
Sara is a Shiatsu therapist, somatic psychotherapist in training and cooking workshop teacher. Italian-Portuguese, she loves connecting people through food and movement, and brings healing through connection with the body.
Joana is an osteopath and founder of Clinisentidos Clinic in Leiria. She is passionate about wellness: movement, nutrition, and neuroscience, teaching pilates and Bioflow for years.
Where you'll stay
Less than 1h away from Lisbon. You can book a place in a double room with a shared bathroom or a double room with private bathroom. Prices are per person. Please note beds can be arranged as a double, just let us know in advance.
Also note, unless you book with someone you know and specifically ask us to share a room with them, we'll place you in a room according to your investment tier. Mixed rooms might occur, though we'll try our best to keep rooms single-sex.
A typical day at the retreat
Please note times and activities may vary slightly.
What people are saying
"It was a deeply relaxing and emotional time, the kind of experience that stays with you long after it's over."
"We spent last weekend at Sara's wellness retreat and it was exactly what we needed. The formula she prepared for us was just brilliant: yoga, tea meditation, a massage workshop, and even a cooking session where she taught us how to make homemade pizzas. It strikes the perfect balance between relaxation and hands-on fun. Sara is the kind of host who makes everything feel effortless — she clearly knows what she's doing, guiding each activity with warmth and confidence while making everyone feel completely at home. Can't recommend it enough."
"Joana is an impeccable person and professional who genuinely loves what she does, which adds that extra touch of quality to the experience and service."
"I’ve only had three osteopathy sessions and it’s as if I’m a different person. Bringing the body and mind into balance at the same time, whilst restoring the natural flow of a healthy being, is what I’ve felt throughout all the treatments. I even regret not having started sooner. I’ve also heard very good things about the Pilates classes, even though I don’t attend them. Joana is an impeccable person and professional who genuinely loves what she does, which adds that extra touch of quality to the experience and service – I’m very grateful for that. I highly recommend her!"
FAQs
What's the program like?
An example program is:
- morning snack
- movement practice
- big brunch
- free time or nature walk
- workshop (cooking or fermentation)
- dinner
- evening activity (storytelling or sound bath)
What should I bring?
We'll send you a pdf with all the information a few weeks before the retreat.
What does the price include?
The price includes everything except for transport.
How will I make my way there?
There are several ways to get there. The best one is car share with other people (we'll ask people in the WhatsApp group to car pool). Otherwise, you can make your way by train or bus and take an Uber to the final destination.
Will I be sent a packing list?
Yes, you will receive an email with everything you need to know, as well as a pdf before the retreat with the full program / schedule and a packing list.
How will we communicate?
We will communicate by email before the retreat, and will have a WhatsApp group created a few weeks before the retreat.
Are there any payment plans available?
Yes, you're asked to pay a deposit in order to confirm your place (50% of value). After that you can pay in two parts.
How many people is this for?
We're keeping it to 20 participants to not overcrowd the space. There is comfortable sleeping space for everyone.
Can I bring my pet?
Unfortunately we will not be able to accommodate pets at this end of summer retreat.
Can I bring my baby/child?
This will be a baby/child-free end-of-summer retreat.
I have dietary requirements. How can I communicate them and make sure I'm taken care of?
We are happy to accommodate food intolerances and dietary requirements. We will be asking you to inform us once you confirm your spot by paying a deposit :)
Do I need yoga experience?
You do not need any yoga experience to participate in this retreat. We'll tailor our movement practices to everyone's level.
Can I come alone?
Yes you definitely can! You will meet people almost immediately :)
Can I stay in a bedroom alone?
You can privatise a room by paying the difference of €170. Otherwise, if you don't want to share with someone random, we encourage you to bring a friend along that you feel comfortable sharing a room with :)
What's the cancellation policy?
As this retreat is offered at a very low cost and is priced to cover expenses rather than generate a profit, cancellations have a significant impact on the group. For this reason, the following cancellation policy applies:
- 50% refund for cancellations made more than 1 month before the retreat.
- 25% refund for cancellations made between 1 month and 2 weeks before the retreat.
- No refund for cancellations made less than 2 weeks before the retreat.
If you are unable to attend but find someone to take your place, your booking can be transferred at no additional cost, and no cancellation fee will apply.
What are the rooms like?
There are 2 houses at the Quinta, each containing several rooms:
Casa principal: 4 rooms + 2 bathrooms + kitchen, 12 people capacity
Casinha: 2 rooms + 1 bathroom + 1 kitchenette, 6 people