A SPACE FOR YOGA, REST AND RECONNECTION WITH LORETA

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Recharge and reconnect at a beautiful, traditional Apulian farmhouse. Surrounded by nature and local charm, you'll enjoy nourishing practices, delicious food, and time to truly slow down.

This retreat is about rest, reflection, and finding space - whether through journaling, walking, daydreaming, or simply doing nothing. You’ll share the experience with a small group of like-minded yogis, balancing connection and solitude.

While there’s plenty of space to relax, it’s also ideal for those who enjoy more active holidays - with options to explore nearby towns, cycle, go for a swim or a walk, and join any additional activities offered by the venue (see below).

It’s a blend of simple luxury, tradition, and mindful, eco-friendly travel - supporting both your wellbeing and the local community.

(All within the setting of 8–10 people.)

Highlights:

- 5 night/6day stay at a newly refurbished farmhouse, owned by a cause-driven family business, with a sea views, tranquil gardens and a private land

-The spacious rooms, all en-suite but different, are designed with specific features for comfort and privacy

- Daily vegetarian authentic meals made with local ingredients by three Puglian woman, who learned from their mothers

- Sea view freshly renovated dining area

- Daily yoga and meditation classes taught by an experienced teacher at a spacious Yoga Shala

- 15 min walk to the beautiful Ionian Sea beach

- A trip to Ostuni, known as White City for its whitewashed old town, must-see visiting Puglia

- Free usage of bicycles

-Organised free walks

- Extra activities: guided hiking, trips to surrounding towns, wine tasting or wine museum visit, horse riding, "Pizzica" dance class, massage, a pottery workshop at Grottaglie, pasta making, and more upon request.

The Retreat Venue 

A newly rebuilt country house, - Masseria in Italian, named after traditional Apulian farmhouses, is located at the Province of Taranto, on a gentle slope, immersed in 15 hectares of private land and nature. A beautiful Ionian Sea beach is only 1 km away and can be reached in 15 min on foot. The only sounds that can be heard are the ones of nature. 

The venue is owned by a cause-driven small family business which is big on sustainability.

Their eco mission: "We want to make sure every retreat attendance does not have a negative impact on the environment. We therefore run on solar energy, are investing in our own reforestation project around our venue, and we prioritise sourcing local and sustainable products and food.”

Accommodation

The Masseria has 7 spacious, air-conditioned en-suite rooms, which can be used as single or shared. They are thoughtfully designed for privacy and comfort and have private gardens or terrace (some of them are semi-divided with a niche for extra privacy, and have sea view). There are desks in all bedrooms for your journaling.

The entire house provides free Wi-Fi, a honesty bar, hand made ecological toiletries, deckchairs, and sun umbrellas. Additionally, a private outdoor parking is available. 

Food

3 daily vegetarian meals* will be served at the sea view dining area by the local chefs - three Puglian woman who cook the authentic Italian recipes that their mothers taught them. 

They choose the best seasonal ingredients grown in the neighbouring fields. 

*Vegan options are also available.

Yoga 

Enjoy daily yoga and meditation classes in a spacious sea-view Yoga Shala with air conditioning if needed. There are also various outdoor spaces suitable for practice. Yoga mats, blocks, straps and cushions are available. 

Morning Yoga class. Start your day with an energising but light Hatha/Vinyasa flow. This 60 min class prepares you for the day ahead, concluding with a short meditation and final relaxation.

Evening Yoga class. End your day with a calming Yin/Restorative yoga session. This 75 min class focuses on stretching and relaxation, including about 20 min of final guided relaxation (Savasana with Yoga Nidra elements) to prepare you for a good night's sleep.

Both classes incorporate Pranayama (breathing techniques) and are suitable for level 1-2 practitioners. Beginners are welcome. If you are a complete beginner please check out Yoga with Loreta on YouTube

I have been practicing yoga for two decades and teaching for the past 12 years. My classes emphasise breath, presence, awareness, and mindfulness, fostering strength and flexibility in both the body and mind in a relaxed manner.

By organising wellness-yoga retreats, I can seamlessly integrate my passions for healthy sustainable living, yoga, and travel. This allows me to offer a unique experience for individuals who share similar passions and are on a journey to discover their true selves.

Other Activities 

Practicing yoga and meditation, unwinding in the tranquil comfort of the house and its surroundings, taking walks by the sea can be all what you need to foster a sense of inner calm and stillness.

If you want more active stay, - the place has plenty to offer. 

We will be visiting Ostuni, known as the White City for its whitewashed old town. This excursion is a must-see when visiting Puglia and is included in the overall retreat price.

Additionally, the other three afternoons will feature optional organised free activities that you are free to choose from. These activities include walks or cycle to the beach, a nearby freshwater spring and a natural salt lake with flamingos.

The nearest shops, cafes and restaurants are in a town on the coast called San Pietro. 

You can walk, hike and cycle at the surrounded areas on your own: you’ll be given itineraries for the best routes.

Additionally to included Ostuni trip, you may book guided trips to historical towns such as Nardò, Lecce, Alberobello, Gallipoli, wine museum or tasting, horse riding on the beach, massage, sound healing, olive oil tasting, a workshop in pottery, and more. Just talk to me 🙂

A Typical Day

• 08:30 Breakfast and break (one morning: walk to the sea for meditation before breakfast)
• 11:00 Mindful energising yoga flow, followed by meditation - 60 min class 
• 12:30 Lunch (we'll be having lunch in Ostuni during the day trip)
• 14.00 Free time or organised activities
• 17:30 Evening Yin/Restorative yoga - 75 min class 
• 19:30 Dinner

Here is some of the recent guests' feedback:

"I went on the Yoga Retreat with Loreta to Puglia, Italy in October 2024 with a wonderful group of like minded individuals. The retreat was exceptionally well planned with a range of fun activities throughout the trip alongside the yoga which we did once or twice a day. The venue was incredible and the food prepared by local ladies using fresh produce. It was a 5 star experience - I would absolutely recommend it." - Karen

"I truly enjoyed everything about this retreat. Loreta was such a calm and patient teacher. She organised everything to perfection from the location, airport transfers, beautiful food and day trips. She put all her heart and soul into making this retreat a wonderful memorable experience." - Trudie

"The evening relaxation classes were dreamy, with soothing music in a beautiful yoga room in a stunning rural location. Best nights' deep sleep ever! Thank you so much Loreta and all the lovely ladies who attended this retreat." - Nichola

"I thought that the venue was magical. I loved pretty much everything about it. It absolutely exceeded my expectations. I could have stayed for another week and been very happy." - Patricia

"Absolutely blown away by this complete gem of a place. It has been perfectly renovated with all the modern fittings and fixtures for a comfortable stay, without losing the authenticity of this historic site..." Laura Smith