6 Day 1:1 Intentional Living Mountain Hermitage Retreat in Spain

• accommodation
• This retreat offers full access to the Living Apothecary and Seasonal Garden—handcrafted medicines and harvests available only to those staying here.
• The Natural Apothecary & Detox:
• To support your physical reset and mental clarity, we provide:
• * Detox & Ritual: Pure Castor Oil and packs for liver/body support, Epsom salts for restorative baths, and a curated selection of essential oils.
• * Handcrafted Medicines: Tinctures, tonics, and herbal preparations made directly from our soil. Also Mexican Cacao for heart-opening nourishment.
• * The Grounding Kit: Take home the homemade Presence Mist, Pain Balm, and Immunity Tincture to support your focus and resilience.
• * Superfoods: Access to an extensive list of superfoods and local botanical extracts.
• The Living Garden:
• You are invited to harvest directly from the earth. While we have year-round staples like salad greens, kale, carrots, beets, and herbs, our seasonal plantings this year include:
• * Vegetables: Cauliflower, broccoli, beans, red cabbage, Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, onions, leeks, sweet potatoes, taro, cucumbers, eggplant, garlic, potatoes, peas, celery, peppers, and spinach.
• * Fruits & Berries: Apples, plums, grapes, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and melons.
• * And more: Diverse flowers, medicinal herbs, turmeric, and pumpkins.
• * Food Preservation: I honor the land’s cycle by dehydrating, pickling, canning, and freezing the harvest. In the pantry, you will find marmalades, ferments, and dried mushrooms.
• Cooking & Nourishment:
• I believe "less is more." My cooking is basic, seasonal, and rooted in health—avoiding complex combinations to keep your system clear and grounded.
• * Freedom & Flexibility: Nourishment is a personal journey. You are welcome to help me cook, cook for yourself, or eat what I make. There is no pressure to eat together or at a specific time.
• * Staples Included: The pantry is well-stocked with fresh eggs, flours, homemade ghee, grains, pasta, legumes, and basic cheeses. For protein, there is local Spanish delicacies like Jamón, Chorizo, Lomo, and Cecina.
• * A Sample Day:
• * Breakfast: Overnight oats with fruits/nuts and a daily protein smoothie with superfoods like Maca and Moringa.
• * Lunch: A large seasonal garden salad served with local bread, cheeses, and meats.
• * Dinner: A seasonal soup and quiche, a cauliflower steak, or confit de canard.
• * From the Cookbook: You may also find me making Indian Daal, wild garlic pesto with cumin rice, bone broth, steamed mussels, or Southern fried chicken.
• * Always on the Stove: A "living" pot of herbal infusions, golden milk, or warming cacao is available. I also love to bake; there is usually fresh banana bread or New York-style cheesecake to snack on.
• * Dietary Respect & Fasting: If you are vegetarian, please let me know; I will refrain from cooking meat during your stay. If you require higher protein density or are interested in fasting, please speak with me before booking.
• * Clean as You Go: To keep the energy of this shared space clear, please clean your dishes and prep areas immediately after use.
• The 3 Gardens and Spring Water:
• There are also three gardens (one for food, a small one next to the house with flowers, and one further up the mountain which offers total privacy, great views, and fruit trees). They are all organic. All the water comes directly from a mountain spring and is filtered through a Phoenix water filter.
• The Art Studio and Home Office:
• The house has both an art studio and a home office. In the office there is a large monitor, HDMI cable, printer, web camera, and printer. You are welcome to use your room or the studio to work on your art. Since the house is at the beginning stages of renovation, there is currently more flexibility regarding how to use and work with the space in and around the house for art. Currently, we do not offer art materials with the exception of paintbrushes.
• Home Trails and the Natural Environment:
• There are 6-8 trails accessible directly from the house that lead up and around the mountain, offering various lengths and difficulty levels. It’s a place for those who find beauty in the raw, natural world. This is a paradise for hikers or those who enjoy the process and teachings of mountain and forest wisdom. There are wild animals in the area but are seldom seen during the day.
• Home Animals:
• The house is also home to a puppy (Elio) and three cats (Zuzu, Rooney, and Bibi). You’ll likely find their company to be a grounding presence during your stay. They are warm, affectionate, and good with people. You are welcome to take Elio on hikes, sometimes Rooney joins too.
• Shared Responsibility:
• Besides your private room, the rest of the house is shared. Please leave them as you found them, dishes washed, and spaces tidied. We both contribute to keeping the home a peaceful environment.
• The Practice of the Physical:
• There is a spiritual quality to the basic chores here. Whether it is chopping wood for the stove, carrying water, or pulling weeds in the garden, these actions become the practice. You are more than welcome to join me in these daily activities if you feel called to learn or participate, whether that is tending the garden or chopping wood but there is absolutely no pressure to do so. This is a space for slow living, where you have the freedom to do as much or as little as you want.
• Crooked & Artsy:
• This is a traditional Spanish mountain home as well as an artist studio and a spiritual hermitage. It is eccentric and encourages authenticity. The floors aren’t level, the wood can creak, and the walls are thin. It is authentic and charming, but it is not soundproof. A home full of handmade things, colors, and textures. The house has personality and also is in a process of change. Also, there will be no major renovations while retreats are being held.

What's Not Included

• airfare
• travel insurance
• extra days and activities available upon request
• There are additional excursions available for an extra fee:
• * Half Day Hikes: Guided walks/hikes through the local mountain trails and nearby forests. €75.
• * The High Peaks, Glacier Lakes or the Troll Cave and The Devil’s Garden (Full Day): A long hour hike through the high mountains with a packed lunch. €180.
• * The Yew Tree: A visit to an ancient, sacred 2,000-year-old yew tree. €75.
• * Private Sauna and Hot Pool Session: A relaxing soak and heat session; please ask about current availability. €100.
• * The Apothecary: Foraging & Medicine Making: A hands-on session identifying wild plants and herbs on the land, followed by processing them in the apothecary to make tinctures, oils, or tonics. €80.
• * The Sequoia Forest (Full Day): A dedicated day trip to visit and sit among the ancient, giant trees. €300.
• * Kambo Session (1-2 Full Days): Receive Kambo medicine and aftercare. €100.
• * Reiki Session (60 - 90 minutes): €50.
• * Game of Transformation (1-4 hours): Explore personal beliefs, themes, and situations through an interactive board game €75.