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"A very enjoyable and inspiring 4 days in a beautiful and quiet space, easy to access, and very well maintained. It was a special experience with very caring and genuine, and open-minded hosts. The yoga and meditation was especially good and the food was super. Thank you Peppi and Melania!"

"Just enjoyed The Yoga of Eating 4 days retreat at Zee Barn, it was my first experience of learning about permaculture and macrobiotic diets. I learnt a lot and have brought back lots of inspirations with me. Melania and Peppi are amazing hosts, their authenticities and passions running this safe and grounded place certainly reflects from their way of sharing. I would definitely recommend activities and retreats at Zee Barn to anyone who wants to learn about permaculture, macrobiotic diets, or simply want a place to connect to the Mother Earth 🌴🕷🌸🍄🫶🏻"

"If you are into permaculture, then I really encourage you to spend some time with Peppi at zee barn. Getting to know and spend time with Peppi equipped me with the right attitude, motivation and hope of making my forest garden dream to become a reality. Thanks to the community he is creating the learning and growth opportunities remain availble even when you are thousand of kilometres away from zee barn. I am very thankful for all the knowledge he is sharing, and Peppi is a great inspiration through the very humble approach he shares his vast knwoeldge. "

"The food, the yoga and meditation sessions, and Melania herself are the real deal for those who would like to experience and learn to live a humble, and healthy way to live. Her workshops work on the body, mind and heart, resulting in a happier and peacful feeling that lasted . Melania is truly dedicated to her mission to teach and share all her efforts in preserving the traditions and adapting them to a modern life. She is the beacon of light that we should all aspire to be. "

"I really would like to thank Melania and Peppi for a truly unforgatbble weekend at their amazing Zee barn. All activities done were very professionaly executed and yet had a wholesome comfortable pace adjusted to the needs of our group. If like me, you feel lonely at times, in the way you feel about the importance of being in touch in nature and more same minded people, then I really recommend a visit and jon this community of this truly authentic, wholesome and magical place powered by nature. The tribe that Melania and Peppi are leading is a rare gift in today's materialistic dominated lifestyles. The cherry on the cake was Melania's food creations that were so tasty and satsifying that you completely forget that the food is also healthy and full of nutritions. And for that I will am very thankful. Only downside was that the weekend passed by very fast, and I look forward to be back for a longer period. "

"When I came to Zee Barn, I immediately felt that I have arrived. Although I know the area well, I am stunned by the bountiful nature and the variety of treasures that are being rehabilitated. At this magical place every corner offers something new to explore. The weekend retreat was restoring and nurturing on every possible level, a perfect balance with curated experiences. Melania and Peppi are beautiful souls who gifted us with so much by sharing wisdom, knowledge and practices. They are such warm and respectful people which made me feel welcome and comfortable from the start. My mind has been inspired, but also calmed down to give me space for integration. My body feels recuperated and the delicious food was a luxury for all senses. I have gained open eyes and an open heart and I am so grateful for all the connections made with nature, animals and people! The only downside was that a weekend goes by so quick. But I already know that this was just the start of a beautiful journey together and that I will be back. Thank you so much Melania and Peppi for every moment shared during these wonderful days!"

"I am so happy I have met Peppi and Melania on their beautiful Land. Staying there was super relaxing, I enjoyed every moment. Melania prepared delicious vegan and vegetarian food and her yoga classes were amazing. I am also very thankful for all the things I could learn from Peppi. His knowledge about nature and life is very impressive. I will definitely come back :-) "

"Peppi is a great friend and an inspiring person with all is wisdom and knowledge about living sustainably with nature. Always full of energy and ready to provide you the best experience inside Zee Barn. Listening to him is a pleasure and to absorb all is knowledge and life experience. A person that lives verticaly! Thanks my friend for everything :)"

"Melanie is a great teacher of yoga and provide an amazing class of yoga. She's an amazing human being, always smiling and ready to provide you help with everything. You feel welcomed and like home. Thank you"

"Its always a pleasure to be with Peppi and Melania, they transmit good vibes and energy and all their knowledge. It inspiring their lifestyle and you learn so much with them. Zee Barn is a beatufil place that is with harmony with nature. Great experience :)"

"I can't express it in simple words, but this brief experience really influenced my way of seeing things. Melania is a very good yoga teacher with an attention to detail that I have not experienced before. Peppi is very knowledgeable on many things and we loved learning about many things related to nature's gifts. Zee barn portrays labor of love and it's impressive what can be done to restore nature in a short time. We felt very welcomed and enjoyed every minute..., especially the divine food and conversations around the community table. Thank you"

"So beautiful to have experienced this! I am super happy to have experienced a great few days with amazing people who are so willing to share their skills and good vibes with us. Zee Barn is a beacon of light, an oasis that inspires us how we can create a change and make the dream possible. Peppi & Melania are warm & dedicated people who live by example and share the beauty of simplicity with nature. We loved learning about permaculture and enjoyed the yoga classes immensely. Last but not least, the food was divine and the place gave us so much comfort. We shall return in the near future. Thank you"

"Going to Melania and Peppi, is to have the courage to give oneself joy and love. Zee Barn is a magical place. Where you will be impegent to live moments of rebirth and freedom. Thank you very much, Melania and peppi."

"I' ve never participate to a retreat. It was my first one. I felt the call to join and it was a new unique experience that made me feel home. Melania and Peppi though me so many new things Breathing techniques to focus the mind ,postural therapeutical sequences for an healthy body... that l will definitely keep practicing home . I ' ve also learned how to observe nature's elements with new eyes, and finding deeper connections with our natural environment . And on top the food was amazing, from the garden to the table, colours, edible flowers and delicious taste . Melania is a great Macrobiotic chef . I truly appreciate the love for the details, cleanliness and organization of the space."

"I had a wonderful time staying in this little paradise. Melania and Peppi are extra positive warm and fun people to hang out with. Melania's food is fantastic, as beautiful than delicious and always made with lots of love. I highly recommend this place and will come back for sure! "

"I loved the retreat and the beautiful atmosphere at Zee Barn. This is truly a place to learn, to recharge, to get inspired. The hosts Peppi and Melania were so welcoming, considerate, and made me feel at home from the beginning. They are also very knowledgeable and are great teachers. Truly recommend this from my heart."

"Be in zee barn makes me feel deeply connected with nature. Melania and Peppi are such a beautiful people that love what they do and contribute to heal our lands and uor minds. If you're searching a easy going yoga, permaculture experience, this is the place! I'm looking forward to come back soon! "

"This permaculture project is well underway; impressive for the short time it is operating. Great teaching, both in permaculture & yoga, I left there with an improved understanding. Peppi & Melania are lovely and relaxed people and made all of us welcome and made us feel home. "

"3nights and 4 days, it was a enriching and transformative experience. In fact, i took part in this retreat more, to find out, what the permaculture was all about. All I felt was a calm and vibrating atmosphere in a green and peaceful environement. I had almost instant sleep during the 3 nights(i used to take around 2hours to enter in the sleep mode).The space promises a great green and jungly environement in the near future. Peppi knows the job. During the yoga and meditation sessions, my body released lot´s of pain and heat. In one of the meditating session my forehead between the eyebrows was boiling and many more micro unpleasant symptoms, that i cannot put in words, were released. About vegan/macrobiotic food, very exotic to my taste, solved the acidic condition of my stomach. Many varieties of food on the table and in every meal there was always one delicious dish prepared by Melania. During the meals, we had interesting conversations on mental and spiritual topics. Overall, this out of the box experience proved to be very therapeutic for me. I experienced here, what is going to be my future dream."