The Ionian Islands have the most wonderful, magnetic energy… warm air, blue skies, turquoise waters, hillsides full of olive and cypress trees, fresh seasonal locally grown food and the sun to nourish the soul. The islands are a perfect escape for a wellness retreat.
If you are looking for a special venue to host a retreat, we have some of the best hideaways in the Ionian. Whether it be a yoga, pilates, running, cycling, walking, holistic or spiritual retreat our partnerships with the retreat owners will help you create an out of the ordinary experience for your guests.
We can help you decide which island is best suited for your retreat and give you a choice of properties with a breakdown of the cost. We have a selection of properties specifically designed for retreats with studios and for a variety of group sizes. Once you have chosen the venue and property we will put you in touch with the property owner and our island manager so that they can help you plan everything.
Below we have shown a few properties to give you an idea of what is available. Please contact us for more detail or for a wider selection of venues.
Or if you are someone who has booked one of our villas and wish to take part in yoga or pilates sessions whilst on holiday, we can put you in touch with a teacher for a private one to one class or small group classes.
Vassiliki, Lefkas
Five spectacular villas: Icarus, Angeliki, Ismini, Grigoria and Villa Of Light sit perched high above the sea on the south coast looking down to the port of Vassiliki. The views across Vassiliki Bay and to the islands of Ithaca and Kefalonia are breathtaking. There are individual swimming pools for each villa, a large yoga studio and a retreat chef. The retreat can accommodate up to 25 guests (including teachers). The villas can be booked individually or all together depending on retreat size. Massage, Mediterranean cooking lessons, sporting activities, walks/hikes and day trips can also be arranged.
Geni, Lefkas
Surrounded by olive and pine trees and wild myrtle bushes, sit three beautifully designed villas; Antonella, Rosetta and Stefania. They have a special hilltop position with dramatic views from the pool terraces across Vlicho Bay. A variety of balconies and terraces cater for both sun and shade and each property has a private infinity pool. Above the villas, amongst the olive groves overlooking Dessimi and Vlicho Bay, is a closed yoga studio surrounded by glass windows. Yoga can also be practiced in the open studio which overlooks the infinity pool and Vlicho Bay, It is 70 sqm and crafted to host a group of 24 people.
Iremia, Corfu
The owners of Iremia describe their Corfu home as a splendid combination of old-world romance meets modern design - a 7-acre olive grove on the west coast in a haven of wilderness. The property has theatrical sea and mountain views of Corfu’s mystical west coast and the tiny uninhabited island of Kyriadiki, host to a small ancient church and families of sea birds and eagles. The newborn birds start their flying lessons in early summer - another scene in Iremia's theatre. And a curtain call of spectacular sunsets. Iremia sleeps up to 12 people and for larger groups there are two glamping terraces set on upper hillside terraces. A chef's services are included.
Milou Bay, Corfu
Morning yoga on the sand or amongst the olive trees is on offer at On the Beach Villas Alpha, Beta & Gamma. These three villas are less then 80 metres from the sandy beach of Milou Bay. Villa Alpha sleeps 10, Beta and Gamma each sleep 12. All 3 villas have modern comforts inside and outside – the owners describe the overall design and décor as “boho-luxury”. Elements of the natural surroundings have been incorporated to create the feel of a countrified retreat by the sea.
Kalokeri, Zakynthos
Kalokeri is a beautifull and elegant villa set within 4.5 acres of private gardens. It has dramatic views across the sea to Kefalonia and the Greek mainland. The property sleeps 12 and has an infinity pool, a stone Pool House, beautiful gardens and terraces for relaxing, activities including table tennis and now a fantastic new yoga deck! The deck looks out to sea with a spellbinding panorama. Sunrise meditation or early morning yoga is a truly magical experience at Kalokeri. Further activities including massage therapies and a retreat cook can be arranged.
The Loutsa Retreat, Ithaca
For a smaller group The Loutsa Retreat is perfect. The villa sleeps up to 8 guests and has total privacy and tranquility. Large terraces open out to beautiful gardens where it is possible to have sun or shade throughout the day. A curving swimming pool sweeps through a small olive grove, bordered by hedges of lavender. A cook can be arranged for your retreat or if you would prefer to provide your guests with bed and breakfast only, the owner offers a complimentary organic breakfast delivered to your door each morning. The retreat is a 3-minute walk to Loutsa Beach and a 10-minute walk to a waterfront taverna and the port of Vathy.