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4 Day Yoga and Soul Food Retreat in Nature at Yoga Lodge in Odeceixe, Portugal
Available from June till December7 Day Soul Food Yoga Retreat in Nature at Yoga Lodge in Odeceixe, Portugal
Available from June till December5 Day Soul Food and Yoga Retreat in Nature at Yoga Lodge in Odeceixe, Portugal
Available from June till DecemberAbout Cachopas - Yoga Nature Lodge
Cachopas is a small yoga retreat lodge, located in the middle of nature close to Odeceixe, Portugal offering short yoga escapes and retreats.
Instructors
Tanja Fleischmann
Tanja started to practice yoga in 2011 with a group of becoming yoga teachers. She has become a Baby Massage and Toddler yoga instructor before she started to a one year (200-hour) yoga teacher training course under the guidance of Gordon Silence and has graduated as a Hatha yoga instructor with base on B.K.S Iyengar's methodology. Later she developed her skills and certifications in Ashtanga yoga, Yin, Restorative yoga and as a Women's Holistic Health Coach. Her teaching is focused on alignment, bringing awareness to the movement of the body and supporting own personal development.
What Do People Say About Us?
All our reviews are from travellers with verified trips booked through our platform.
Frederick Learoyd
from Great Britain, September 2024
A laidback, invigorating experience
Had such a great experience! Chris and Tanja are fantastic hosts. Nestled behind the farmlands of Odeceixe, the location is quiet and beautiful. I instantly felt calm and relaxed the moment I arrived. The yoga classes were enjoyable and Tanja is a fantastic instructor. She is knowledgeable, laidback and is a great communicator. Being relatively new to Yoga, I enjoyed the small classes meaning she could really help me with my technique. I definitely saw my flexibility and strength improve in just a few days. During the free time, I enjoyed going to the beach, going into town, and going for walks around the area. If you’re looking for a retreat that’s laidback, peaceful and friendly, I could not recommend this one highly enough!
Isabelle Gonçalves
from France, August 2024
A memorable stay
For those seeking calm and authenticity, it’s the ideal place to be . Nature around the lodge is preserved and inspired. Tanja and Chris are adorable and also the dog Pony 😍. A special mention to quality of yoga classes and the tasty and healthy food ! I enjoyed my daily walks to Odeceixe on a beautiful path among nature too. From there you can take a little touristic train to the amazing beach of odeceixe.
Clara Esteves
from Portugal, August 2024
Healthy rest
I really liked, the instructor was very experienced and adapted the most suitable posture for each person, but at the same time challenging. And the food was very healthy and delicious. It was great to rest, in a calm space in nature and close to the sea.
Angela Carvalho
from Portugal, July 2024
Amazing escape from the world!
I loved everything about my stay! I felt renovated after this retreat.
The place is peaceful and beautiful, the food was the most amazing and delicious I ever had!! And Tanja is an Angel, only hearing her voice already calmed me down, she is super nice and sweet and more than a great yoga instructor she is an amazing person 💖
I really loved everything and just want to come back very soon to my wood castle 🥰🫶
Joséphine Berthier
from Switzerland, June 2024
Peaceful and detoxed week in Odeceixe
The entire week was amazing, from the yoga sessions with Tanja to the delicious meals prepared by Chris. The discussions and the accommodation in the heart of nature made the experience even better. I felt truly disconnected, and it was wonderful to have this kind of break. Tanja provided me with great and very helpful advice for Hatha yoga
Lesley Blackie
from Great Britain, June 2024
Very enjoyable and fun!
This is a lovely rural and rustic retreat where it is possible to "get away from it all" and go back to nature. Tanja and Chris were very welcoming and helpful. We had a bit of a problem with our return coach ticket to Lisboa and Tanja sorted it all out for us - it would have been very difficult for us to do that!
Chris and Tanja's preparation and presentation of our meals was lovely. It was always a surprise to see what delight had been made for us!
Yoga on the hill platform with Tanja was wonderful. Beautiful view and fresh air. Because we were a small group Tanja adapted the yoga to suit our various ailments and weaknesses but also managing to emphasise our strengths and give us personal attentions. Tanja made the yoga both challenging at times but also relaxing too! We had a lot of fun and laughter during our yoga practice!
Although it would be useful to have a car it is possible to walk the 40minutes into Odeceixe which is a really lovely little town with at least 2 fab cafes and an interesting windmill to visit with lovely views. From there you could walk to the beach too or hitch. The beach is ideal for swimming and surfing and then you could hitch back to Odeceixe. There are also
walks all around the Retreat. Or just take it easy and relax with the horses and Pony, Chris and Tanja's sweet and characterful dog! Big thank you to Chris and Tanja and also our other yoga companion who was an absolute delight to meet and spend time with!
Meret Jung
from Germany, April 2024
Wunderbares Yoga Retreat in der Natur
Wunderbares Yoga Retreat in der Natur! Tanja und Chris sind tolle Gastgeber und man fühlt sich von Anfang an wie Zuhause. Die Lage ist ausgezeichnet ruhig und in der Natur gelegen, tagsüber kann man tolle Wanderungen machen. Die Yoga Stunden sind super und Tanja geht mit viel Liebe zum Detail auf alle ihre Gäste ein (egal ob Anfänger oder etwas fortgeschritten, sie hat für jeden eine Modification)! Das Essen ist super lecker und nach einer Woche dort fühlt man sich wie neu geboren ! Perfekt zum Abschalten und Kräfte sammeln. Ich werde definitiv wieder kommen :)
Martyna Sas
from Great Britain, April 2024
Very good experience
The location was superb, the accommodation was comfortable, everything what you need is there.
Plenty of yoga classes, meditation and breath work. But at the same time there was plenty of time for yourself, there is loads to do from just chilling to hiking and even surf classes.
Helena Stancic
from Slovenia, March 2024
A proper yoga retreat
I arrived with a car, and I was a bit sceptical in the beginning, as it’s quite remote from village and the road was bumpy, but don’t judge by the initial impression. For a few days, you have the chance to breathe fresh air, enjoy the nature, hike through forests or one of few wonderful cliff trails, go for a beach, or just relax at your cabin, read, meditate… Tanja and Chris are very nice and attentive, I really enjoyed their company, the healthy meals they prepared and the yoga lessons and guidance. And I made a great friend with my roommate. Loved it and would recommend it!
Alina Moser
from Germany, November 2023
Alles wunderbar, sehr empfehlenswert!
Die Yogastunden, die Meditation und die Atemübungen waren wunderbar angeleitet. Chris und Tanja sind tolle Hosts und machen das Retreat zu etwas Besonderem:)
Radina Bobekova
from Germany, October 2023
Ich möchte meine tief empfundene Dankbarkeit und Begeisterung für das Retreat bei Cachopas - Yoga Nature Lodge zum Ausdruck bringen. Tanja, unsere Yogalehrerin, war mit so viel Engagement und Liebe bei der Sache. Ihre Führung hat uns inspiriert, unsere Grenzen zu überwinden und innere Ruhe zu finden. Das Essen war köstlich und nährstoffreich, und die Gesamtatmosphäre war äußerst entspannend.
Das Retreat war eine transformative Erfahrung, die mich dazu ermutigt hat, meine Yogapraxis auf ein neues Level zu heben. Ich danke dem gesamten Team, dass sie diese Erfahrung möglich gemacht haben, und freue mich auf eine mögliche Rückkehr in die Zukunft.
Nochmals vielen Dank für diese schöne Erfahrung. Namaste.
Julia Weber
from Germany, September 2023
Perfect place to relax and to take care of your body!
This Yoga Lodge takes you back to basics:
Calmness, the sound of animals an the wind, starry sky and wodden cabins.
Being surrounded by nature allows you to escape from everyday life!
The food is also very delicious!
You feel very welcomed and taken care of in Cachopas Yoga Nature Lodge.
Anonymous
from Switzerland, September 2023
Very calm and relaxing atmosphere making it the perfect place for disconnecting. The yoga platform gives you a beautiful view during the yoga sessions. Tanja is a great and attentive teacher and also a superb cook!
There is a gorgeous beach, best reached by car, which is definitely worth a visit, as well as the little town.
Aisling Boylan
from Great Britain, August 2023
Wow! Escape to serenity!
I could not have chosen a better retreat to unwind and recharge. Tanja carefully prepared thoughtful yoga sessions and cooks the most delicious and nutritious meals. In the local area I enjoyed hiking, paddle boarding and chilling by the beach as well as getting to know the other beautiful guests. The cabin I stayed in was spacious and comfortable. Before I arrived I had felt stressed and tense. I left feeling renewed and rejuvenated. I can’t recommend this retreat enough 🥰
Andrey Anufriev
from Portugal, July 2023
Truly healing and relaxing retreat amid gorgeous nature
The hosts - Tanja and Chris - were really great, very helpful and nice.
Tanja's yoga style was very soft, perfectly adapted to my level and expectations.
Food was 100% vegetarian, always fresh, tasty and well served. In case of a day-long travel, we received lunch-boxes.
My lodge was spacious, comfortable and clean.
Omar Mccutcheon
from Great Britain, April 2023
A special place.
I liked pretty much everything here. I came here to reflect and think about a lot of things and it was pretty much perfect. Tanya and Chris are such kind and wise hosts, food was delicious and very healthy, the surrounding nature is really stunning. Although beware of getting lost if you go on a hike as nothing is clearly marked!
The yoga itself was fairly gentle but this just added to the reflective nature of the trip.
It's a humble place with no thrills but I prefer this.
Anna Hahner
from Germany, March 2023
Perfect stay in this retreat
It is a perfect calm place to enjoy yoga. Tanja was amazing, she has a very nice way to do her classes and I loved the way she integrated breath work, mantra and mediation in her class. The yoga terrace is a real highlight there, there can't be a better place to start and finish your day. Tanja and Chris are very friendly and help you whenever you have a question. The accomodation is simple but it has everything you need.
Anonymous
from Spain, February 2023
Amazing nature
The retreat is just in the beautiful nature. The place is very calm. Yoga sessions were really nice and since it wasn't a big group Tanja adjusted the classes to our personal needs. Food was amazing and the small villages around are really nice. I definitelly recommend to go by car if you want to see around since at the small villages public transportation is not very well connected. I had a wonderful time. Thanks a lot Tanja and Chris
Valeska Andrews
from Great Britain, October 2022
The perfect birthday present to myself
I liked Tanja and Chris, her partner, very much.
Friendly, easygoing, entertaining and very connected to their natural surroundings. Both able to share their knowledge and lived experience with grace, gentleness, humour and depth.
Their retreat was a nice balance of yoga, breathwork and meditation practice and free time to just be in this remarkable landscape or to go further afield.
Aesthetically the various cabins are beautifully made and furnished. Very cosy and spacious.
It was overall a very nourishing experience and I wish I had booked a longer stay.
Jeremy James
from Great Britain, October 2022
Wonderful retreat
Everything :)
Morning meditation, breathing and yoga as the sun rises at the head of the valley. Evening, the same as the sun sets at the bottom of the valley. Opening your eyes from meditation to see the natural forest form the yoga platform. The location is perfect.
Tanja is a great yoga teacher/guide, adapting the sessions to my level and needs. I enjoyed each of the sessions and during the time I was there, I was the only person in the retreat.
The food was also lovely too, varied and nutritious - Chris and Tanja were kind and welcoming hosts.
I really enjoyed the acommodation too, it was a basic hut but comfortable and spacious with a compost toilet and shower. As part of the expereince it was also a perfect way to enjoy the retreat.
I arrived by car and also managed to explore parts of the Atlantic coast on the 'fishermans trail', which I would recommend.
Anonymous
from Netherlands, October 2022
INCREDIBLE PLACE! I have done a few yoga retreats now, and this one deifnitly did not leave me dissapointed. It was the only one I could find in Portgual (for the time I was going) that included all meals (vegan/vegetarian friendly) which is something I always look for in a yoga retreat. Tanja and her family were inctedibly welcoming. The food was amazing, the yoga practice was EXACTLY what I needed, it wasn't too intense. A good dose of mediation, relaxation and movement.
The accomodations were very comfortable. The location is great to help you relax and get out of your head.And of course, the people I met a logn the way were amazing too!
I looked forward to the breakfast every morning!
Thank you!
Anna Kolbenkova
from Germany, October 2022
Perfect stay
Everything was perfect. Tanja is an inspiring teacher and her family is very welcoming and super friendly. I really enjoyed my time and would definitely recommend it to everyone.
Laura B
from Italy, October 2022
Amazing time
I am absolutely loved this retreat. Everything was perfect. The yoga and meditation was a perfect amount, making me feel content. The location was so beautiful, and close to beautiful beaches. The schedule was great for down time. Food was 10/10. A packed lunch was perfect for a beach day or hike. Chris and Tanja are beautiful people. Feel Zen since leaving. Thanks so much guys!
Marta Baptista
from Portugal, October 2022
An amazing place to disconnect and be in close contact with nature.
I loved to do the yoga classes at sunrise and sunset with the stunning view to the nature :)
Anonymous
from Great Britain, September 2022
Great place, and people.
I received such a warm welcome when I came to stay and found the four day retreat just what I needed. Tanja is a great yoga teacher and the warmth and kindness she and Chris extend to all their guests made my trip really enjoyable. I'd return another time.
Heike Schultz
from Germany, September 2022
Perfekt Place to slow down and get new energy
Tanja and Chris created a Paradies in the countryside Odeceixe, very quite and beautiful. They are great hosts and make you feel very welcome. Tanja is an exoerienced Yoga instructor and adopting her classes to peoples needs and strengths.
I enjoyed a lot the very nice food and the talks I had with Tanja, Chris and other guests while/after meals.
Ilja Schurink
from Netherlands, September 2022
Aanrader! Geweldige plek, heerlijk eten en goed verzorgd
Op deze prachtige, afgelegen plek (in de buurt van het kleine dorpje Odeceixe) ligt deze heerlijke plek. Tanja (instructrice) en haar man Chris waren enorm fijne en warme hosts, die enorm goed voor me gezorgd hebben. Ik voelde me veilig en thuis. De twee yoga+mediatie momenten per dag, die voor beginner als gevorderd denk ik heel prettig om te volgen zijn, werden flexibel ingepland afhankelijk van de wensen van de groep. Op het prachtige yogaplatform dat iets hoger op de heuvel ligt, heb je geweldig uitzicht over de vallei waar de hutjes en het huis van Tanja en Chris liggen. Ik sliep in een eenpersoons hutje. Drie heerlijke maaltijden per dag werden verzorgd, die we gezamenlijk op de patio bij het huis aten. Overdag fietste of wandelde ik naar het strand, ik had geen auto, maar kon ook liftend en Tanja bood altijd aan dat ze me ook kon halen/brengen. Dat het remote ligt, maakt dus niets uit voor je mogelijkheden om de omgeving te ontdekken. Ik pakte vanuit Lissabon de bus naar Odeceixe (3,5 uur) en werd opgepikt bij de bushalte, en einde retraite daar weer afgezet. Tanja focust in haar lessen, met alle rust en aandacht, op je houdingen - ik ben een beginner en voor het éérst begreep ik pas écht hoe bepaalde poses goed voor mijn lichaam werkte.
Ik wil Tanja en Chris enorm bedanken! Ik ging naar huis, mij helemaal kalm en krachtig voelend. Dank voor de goede zorgen en de ontzettend fijne ervaring. Ill be back!
Albena Kaitina
from Portugal, August 2022
Harmony and serenity
The place of Tanja and Kris is the perfect one to escape from the daily routine and stress and to feel connected with the surrounding nature and with yourself, under the professional and in the same time very warm human guidance of the yoga instructor Tanja. With my daughter we loved our experience there so much, that we even extended our stay. Thank you for making us feel at home and part of your family. ❤️ We miss the great yoga sessions and the delicios meals so much.
Elena Graeff
from Germany, August 2022
Nährendes Retreat mitten in der Natur
Alles! Unser kleines Haus und die Matratzen waren einfach ein perfekter Rückzugsort.
Die Fürsorge von Tanja und Chris is bemerkenswert.
Das Essen einfach wow, super lecker.
Die Yoga Klassen waren individuell abgestimmt, achtsam und kompetent.
Die Natur ist atemberaubend. Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen.
Giorgia Scavo
from Spain, August 2022
Amazing!
We really enjoyed the retreat because of many reasons. Tanja and Chris have been very welcoming and the location is so beautiful, immersed in nature and very close to the beaches. The yoga clases were great and we were given a lot of individual attention. Finally the meals were so tasty and healthy, with very diversified recipes. Hopefully we will go back soon!
Joaquim Arlandis
from Spain, August 2022
Fantastic stay
Amazing environment to have a non conventional stay perfectly integrated with the nature. Cool and quiet in summer. I arrived by bike from Aljezur. It was my first experience with yoga and was very pleasant with Tanja. The sessions took place in a kind of corbel terrasse in front of a dense forest, a fantastic landscape. Chris prepared plentiful breakfasts with a lot of fruits, eggs, humus, etc., that we ate just after the yoga morning session. Good talks with hosts and guests. Some of them were combining working and resting. Throughout the day I took my bike to go to Odeceixe beach for surfing. Comfortable accomodation in a sustainable pretty wooden house. Great experience for me.
Pelin Kayalar
from Germany, July 2022
Wunderschönes Yoga-Retreat mit Liebe gestaltet
Die Yoga Klassen, die tolle Gesellschaft, das leckere & gesunde Essen, die Gestaltung der Unterkunft. Einfach zum Wohlfühlen! Komme gerne wieder.
Bérengère Chalvon Demersay
from Switzerland, May 2022
Wonderful and peaceful stay at Cachopas!
Thanks again to the host family. I spent an amazing week, super relaxing & peaceful in the middle of the nature and close to the farm animals. The yoga classes were excellent & taking place in a beautiful platform in front of the forest, which brought even more magic. Tanja really adapted her teaching to all yoga levels, for me, as a starter for instance. I also really appreciated the delicious vegetarian food, Tanja is an excellent cook & only uses locally sourced products. It was a pleasure to meet Chris and Marlene too, and to have that great interactions. I really feel energised with recharged battery after a week.
Janina Koussev
from Austria, April 2022
Perfekter Ort um zur Ruhe zu kommen
Wunderschöner Ort um Yoga zu machen, die Natur zu genießen und zur Ruhe zu kommen. Habe mich sehr wohl bei euch gefühlt. Super leckeres Essen, eine heimelige Unterkunft, und tolles durch Tanja angeleitetes Yoga!
Anna Burtun
from France, March 2022
A fantastic peaceful retreat
I loved everything about the yoga retreat. Chris and Tanja were so accomodating, and the yoga sessions were beautiful. They cooked 3 delicious, healthy meals for me each day and were always flexible with timings of meals and yoga. Their dog pony was very friendly as well!
Barefoot Tours
from Portugal, March 2022
Bliss
I arrived broken and left renewed. Thank you. Yhe best choice I ever made was going there for a few days. Its hard to go back to reality after such an amazing experience. Thank you!
Rachy Baumberger
from Switzerland, February 2022
zurück zur natur
sehr entspannte atmosphäre. die energie aller tiere und menschen sind wundervoll. das Essen grandios, es fehlt an nichts. die yogastunden sind auf die schüler angepasst, sind effektiv und finden an einen wunderschönen ort statt. die cottages sind einfach ausgestattet. kein luxus aber man vermisst ihn auch nicht. danke tanja, ( mache immer nich jeden morgen deine morgenroutine mit sun salutation;)
Anonymous
from Germany, November 2021
Perfekter Ort für Entschleunigung
Das kleine remote Tal ist der perfekte Ort, um sich von alltäglichem Stress zu erholen und "runterzukommen". Nach dem sehr konzentrierten, einfühlsamen Morgen-Yoga (dessen Wirkung nochmal potenziert wird, wenn es auf dem traumhaften Yogadeck stattfinden kann -wettertechnisch leider nicht immer möglich) und dem köstlichen Frühstück könnte man natürlich einen schönen Ausflug zum Meer, aber vielleicht auch einfach mal nichts machen (gar nicht so leicht) ----- nach dem Abend-Yoga, dem leckeren Dinner und einem guten Gespräch läuft man in ziemlicher Stille unter einem beeindruckenden Sternenhimmel zu seinem Häuschen und fragt sich: wie kriege ich diese simplicity in meinen Alltag?
Stephanie Kschadow
from Portugal, November 2021
Einfach perfekt!
Wer einen friedlichen Rückzugsort sucht, wo er/sie einfach sein kann, dann ist das der richtige Retreat!
Tolles nahrhaftes Essen, super angeleitete Yogastunden, süße Tiere und eine sehr angenehme Familie, die im Einklang mit der Natur wohnt wartet hier auf euch :).
Vielen Dank Tanja & Familie!!
Lisa Haalck
from Germany, October 2021
Wonderful yoga retreat off the beaten tracks
My mum and me spent a wonderful, relaxing week in Cachopas. The place is located beautifully in a remote valley in the middle of nature/a forest. The wooden cabins in which you staying are super cozy and provide everything necessary. We felt super comfortable!
The whole retreat is arranged with a lot of love and care. Tanja and her family, Chris and Marlen, such as Pony (the cutest dog on earth), Camilla (the classy goat) and Blackie (the white horse) make you feel like home immediately. They always make sure you have the best experience possible! Even before and after classes we had such a good time talking and laughing.
One of the most beautiful spots is the yoga terrace with stunning views into nature. In the morning our yoga classes took place with the rising sun and in the evening during sunset. Tanja is a passionate, thorough and gentle yoga teacher and takes into consideration everybody's (physical) preconditions, level of experiences and needs. We really enjoyed every single yoga class- both activating and relaxing, integrating breathing exercises and mediation.
The food (breakfast, lunch and dinner) was always homemade, freshly cooked and super healthy. It was a feast not only for the tummy, but also for the eyes ;).
We both have not come across anything like Cachopas before and we highly recommend this place without hesitation. You will have an awesome time - we promise :)!
Tip: We recommend to come by car- that allows to discover the amazing beaches near by!
Eve Nagel
from Germany, October 2021
Peaceful and relaxing yoga in the middle of nature
I spent 6 wonderful and very peaceful days with Tanja and Chris in the Cachopas valley. I was the only guest during my stay and accordingly had 1:1 sessions with Tanja. The meditation, pranayama and asana sessions were great, and the yoga deck really is an amazing place facing the forest, and allowing for great views. I had an issue with my wrist while I was there, and Tanja was very considerate and creative in finding ways for me to have a fulfilling yoga experince all the same. The meals were very thoughfully prepared and tasty. The facilities are very simple, but that is part of the charm I think. Once I had settled in, I felt very comfortable. It's a good idea to bring a small torch or use your phone's torch, to find the bathroom at night.
Iris Mol
from Netherlands, September 2021
A very relaxing getaway
I was the only one in the retreat, which was a very special experience. The place is so calming, beautiful nature and quietness. The lodge was just for me, very clean and had everything I needed. The food prepared was amazing, all vegetarian and adjusted to my needs and wants. Tanja and her family are very nice people, welcoming but private at the same time. I could borrow a bike, biking to the beach is 40 minutes. Would definitely recommend.
Anonymous
from Germany, September 2021
Tolle Zeit bei Tanja und Chris
Ich hatte eine sehr schöne Zeit bei Tanja und Chris. Das Yoga mit Tanja war immer sehr gut. Die Unterkunft hat alles was man braucht, ist mit viel Liebe gestaltet, jedoch eher einfach gehalten. Die Gruppen sind eher klein. Tipp: am besten ein Auto mieten. Das Retreat liegt recht abseits und somit kann man die tollen Strände in der Nähe erkunden.
Yvonne Gerritsen
from Portugal, April 2021
Prachtige plek, natuur en stilte. Yoga op een soort vlonder op de helling met geweldig uitzicht.
Ik was alleen, privé yoga lessen. Heel goed gegeven met zowel zorgvuldigheid en precisie als lichtheid en plezier.
Tanja doet echt haar best om je heel goed te verzorgen en kookt heerlijk.
Perfecte plek om helemaal tot jezelf te komen. Aanrader!
Inês Coimbra
from Germany, January 2021
Amazing experience to improve your yoga practice and relax
Tanja is really nice and attentive. The yoga sessions where great and I could feel the evolution during my 5 days retreat.
The food was wholesome and prepared with care, I really felt well cared for.
Barbara Chapuis
from France, January 2021
Friendly and an excellent yoga teacher
Tanya is a very friendly and excellent yoga teacher. She is a great host. I appreciate a lot my time with her and we had amazing chat. She s a very inspiring person.
There is as well an amazing landscape, 45 minutes by bike from the house, very impressive. I m happy I ve been there.
Anonymous
from Portugal, January 2021
If you are looking to escape and disconnect
if you are looking for a place immersed in nature to disconnect from your daily stress and wifi then you found it. Tanja is a passionate yoga teacher who is just perfectly zen and will help you to improve in your yoga practices and meditation. Her husband Chris and herself make absolutely healthy delicious vegetarian meals. If you are a foodie you will be pleasantly surprised by the amount of love and attention they give the nourishment of their guests. Just the right amount of food, great combination of ingredients, low use of salt to feel the real taste of things.
They truly care about their guests and want you to make the most out of your experience.
The facilities are very simple. Everything is clean and Tanja is always attentive to every need. We loved you Tanja and she is just a beautiful person. du bist so wunderschoen ❤️❤️
Corina T.
from Belgium, December 2020
everything was perfect ! great experience ! I came out with new energies 9! obrigada Tanja and family
Paulo Bóia
from Portugal, December 2020
Recharging "baterries"
The place was really calm and close to nature. People were very nice to me. Great hospitality.
Katharina Tews
from Portugal, October 2020
5 Tage Yoga, frische Luft und Natur pur!
Unser Aufenthalt bei Tanja und Chris war einfach super! Die Umgebung ist wunderschön, das Retreat ist in einem Tal gelegen und sehr abgeschieden, trotzdem jedoch relativ gut mit dem Auto zu erreichen. Das Yoga ist super organisiert und wir haben uns sehr gut begleitet gefühlt von Tanja. Sie achtet auf eine korrekte Ausführung der Positionen und korrigiert wenn nötig. Die Unterkünfte sind kleine Holzhütten, die jedoch erstaunlich viel Platz bieten und mit viel Liebe eingerichtet sind. Alles ist sehr sauber. Wir haben uns sehr gut mit Tanja und Chris verstanden und wurden herzlich aufgenommen. Zwischen dem Yoga 8 Uhr morgens und abends um 17 Uhr ist genug Zeit, die Umgebung mit dem Auto zu erkunden (Achtung, die gravel road geht schon ein ganz schönes Stück, hier muss man sehr aufmerksam fahren beim ersten Mal!). Ein paar Tiere und die unglaubliche Ruhe runden das ganze Ambiente ab. Das Frühstück und Abendbrot war immer super lecker, nur zum Lunch hätte es mehr geben können. Ich denke, die Aktivitäten an der frischen Luft steigern auch dementsprechend den Appetit. :P Wir sind sehr dankbar für diese Zeit und vermissen es jetzt schon! Danke, dass es euch gibt und wir kommen hoffentlich bald mal wieder. Obrigada!
Jana Schwarz
from Germany, October 2020
Wunderschöne Ruheoase in der Natur für Yoga und Meditation
Alles war wunderbar :) Tanja und Chris sind super herzliche Menschen, man hat sich direkt willkommen und wie zu Hause gefühlt.
Die Yogastunden und ausgiebigen Mediationen mitten in der Natur sind einzigartig und haben unfassbar gut getan. Tanja gibt sich viel Mühe um jeden zu unterstützen und zu verbessern!
Die Yogamaterialien waren neuwertig.
Frühstück, Lunch und Abendessen waren liebevoll zubereitet und immer ausgiebig, gesund, abwechslungsreich.
Und nicht zu vergessen die unfassbar komfortable Unterkunft in einem kleinen Haus, super gemütlich.
War definitiv nicht das letzte mal :)
Simona Englisch
from Germany, October 2020
Erholung in der Natur
Ich bin ohne Erwartungen nach Portugal gereist, außer, etwas Sonne zu tanken. Das hat das Land schon von alleine erfüllt. :-) Tanja und Chris haben mit ihrem einzigartigen Yoga Retreat dann noch den Rest oben drauf gepackt. Ihr Grundstück liegt abgeschieden vom Dorf auf einem Berg, der perfekte Ort um die Seele baumeln zu lassen. Die Yogaeinheiten mit Tanja zwei Mal am Tag waren für mich sehr intensiv und ich konnte nach den Tagen dort eine deutliche Verbesserung an meinem Körper spüren. Besonders morgens mit dem Sonnenaufgang Yoga zu machen hat seinen Charme. Die Plattform oben auf dem Hügel bietet einen phänomenalen Blick.
Ich danke Tanja und Chris vielmals für die tollen und entspannten Tage, das leckere Essen und die nette Gesellschaft! Ich habe mich sehr wohl gefühlt und wäre gerne noch länger geblieben. Macht weiter so!
Anonymous
from Germany, October 2020
Yoga mit Aussicht
Tanja ist wunderbar und nebenher eine sehr gute Yogalehrerin, abgeschiedene Lage, leckeres Essen und Tiere, Tiere, Tiere.
Sandra Münker
from Germany, October 2020
Wonderful time!!
It was an amazing time with Tanja and her Family! The place is Great, the Food was various, the Yoga lessons were excellent and all in all the stay was balm for our souls:) absolutely recommendable!!
Pia Fritze
from Germany, August 2020
6 Tage rund um Klasse!
Tanja, Chris und Marlen sind ganz ganz liebe Gastgeber!
Ich war 4 Tage allein dort und hatte dementsprechend 1:1 Yoga Stunden- nur super! Tanja ist genau auf meine Bedürfnisse gegangen und hat mir alles sehr ausführlich gezeigt! Immer wieder gern!
DAs Essen war immer richtig lecker und Tanja und Chris geben einem viele Tipps bei der Freizeitgestaltung! Die drei respektieren die Privatsphäre vollkommen, sind aber durchgehend ansprechbar und hilfsbereit!
Danke für die tolle Zeit!
Lies Lemstra
from Netherlands, March 2020
Fantastisch!
Ik werd heel gastvrij ontvangen hele vriendelijke mensen! Ze waren heel behulpzaam met alles. Het eten was heerlijk en de accommodatie comfortabel. Prachtige locatie. De yoga was super. Ik heb een heerlijke week gehad! Het was precies wat ik nodig had. Hoop zeker nog eens terug te komen. Dank Tanja en Chris
Marianna Krause
from Germany, March 2020
Sehr gerne wieder!
Tanja und ihre Familie sind sehr nette Leute, die mich für die Zeit des Yoga Urlaubs herzlichst aufgenommen haben. Es gab leckeres vegan/vegetarisches Essen und die Umgebung ist wunderschön. Zwischen den Yogastunden kann man tolle Wanderungen machen oder zum Strand fahren. Die Yogastunden leitet Tanja mit ganz viel Ruhe an und geht auf jeden individuell ein. Ich bin super entspannt wieder losgefahren. Vielen Dank!!
Michèle Fehlmann
from Switzerland, February 2020
Was mur sehr gefallen hat ist die familiäre atmosphäre und die Einfachheit der Unterkunft, welche liebevoll gestaltet ist.
Das essen war jeden tag frisch zubereitet, abwechslungsreich und total lecker :)
Die yoga stunden waren super und tanja holte mich dort ab wo ich stand. Ich konnte mich auf meinen körperlichen und seelischen prozess konzentrieren und wurde wunderbar von tanja begleitet.
Vielen dank 🙏
Sarah Kingue Kouta
from Cameroon, February 2020
Peace and quiet time
I had a fantastic week at the lodge. The accommodation was very cosy and practical,Tania and Chris were very helpful, the breakfasts were amazing, the yoga classes were gentle and strengthening, the surroundings were beautiful.
Anonymous
from Germany, October 2019
Wonderful yoga experience and super relaxed atmosphere
We really enjoyed the stay with Tanja and Chris! We instantly felt at home and they supported us with any questions!
The atmosphere ist great as the valley is super calm and close to the ocean. Tanja is also a great yoga teacher: Thanks for you cheerful and supportive attitude!
Joselia Machado
from Portugal, October 2019
Acolhedor, Familiar e Encantador
A localização é ótima. Adorei a forma como fui recebida, muito acolhedora e em ambiente familiar. Todo o espaço em si é muito rustico e quase primitivo de uma forma positiva que nos faz esquecer o mundo lá fora. Permite-nos relaxar e limpar a mente do lixo psicológico a que estamos sujeitos no dia a dia. Adorei mesmo as pessoas e quero voltar assim que tenha oportunidade. a Tanja é uma instrutora de yoga fantástica, a sua voz calma e serena consegue levar-nos facilmente a um estado de relaxamente positivo. Também é uma excelente ouvinte para quem precisa de um ombro para desabafar.
A quem precisar de sair da loucura do quotidiano e fazer uma pausa para limpar a mente a par com algum exercício físico através da pratica do Yoga, aconselho vivamente este local.
Muito obrigada pelos fantásticos 5 dias que passei.
Michaela Kalivodová
from Slovakia, August 2019
I really enjoyed my time here. It was exactly what I was looking for a place I can unwind for few days. I was the only one at the retreat so I got a cabin only for myself. The cabins are kind of romantic and everything looks like in pictures. Surrounding is super quiet and you can watch starts during the night. Tanjas family is really nice. They were kind enough to lend me a bike so I could explore during the day and do yoga in the morning and evening. Food was tasty and I loved all the animals at the property (the horse, two dogs, chickens, the goat, two cats). I am glad that I´d chosen Tanja´s place.
Gabriella Coniglio
from Great Britain, August 2019
Wonderfully relaxing and restful experience
Tanya and her sweet family made me feel so at home that I quickly felt as if I had become part of the family. The place is very peaceful and it was a very nice chance to rest and center and unwind. The morning yoga sessions with Tanya were very nice. She’s a great teacher and the setting is beautiful. Even without a car, I felt it was easy enough to get to town and to the beach when I wanted to. The walk is nice (45 mins to town then another 45 mins to the beach or there’s also a bus) but Tanya or her husband were often available and willing to drive me so most days that’s how I went. The cabin was very nice. The bed was super comfortable and I slept like a baby every night. The compost toilet was also easy to get used to. There are some sweet animals on the land such as Pony the dog, Blackie the white horse, and Camilla the goat (among others). I really felt like I became part of the family and I hope to come back to visit this sweet place again!
Saskia Van Der Hel
from Netherlands, June 2019
Fantastic experience
It is a beautiful peaceful location, back to nature, where you can step away from the daily rush and relax. There are 3 small wooden houses in this private valley and the house where the family lives. It is close to several beautiful beaches and charming villages. You can stay in the valley and have beautiful walks, but if you also like to go to the beach, I recommend to come by car.
Tanja is a great yoga instructor, explains everything well and takes into account the level of experience and any physical issues you might have. Times for the yoga lessons were not fixed, we decided together based on my plans for the day. You have to walk up to the yoga platform (nice exercise to start with :-)) where you have a great view.
The food was very good. For breakfast fresh orange juice or smoothie, bread, yoghurt, home made avocado dip, cheese, honey, etc. Soup or veggies with humus for lunch and two courses (main and desert), with different vegetables, for dinner. There is a lot of mint in the garden that you can pick if you want to make tea in your own house. My house was equiped with a perfect bed, kitchen, table and chairs, small couch and good relax chairs outside on the terrace. The bathroom (shower / toilet) is basic. Not always a warm shower. Fits in the ‘back to nature’ concept.
Anonymous
from Switzerland, June 2019
A peaceful place surrounded by nature
I had some great yoga days here and time to reconnect with myself and to calm down from the normal daily life. I really enjoyed the yoga classes and the teacher Tanja has a good sense for how to teach breathing techniques, basic practices and the more difficult yoga postures.
The accomodation is simple but clean and pretty. The food was delicious and healthy. Between the yoga units you can go hiking in the forest, go for a walk to the beach or take a good book.
If you like spending time in nature and having time and space for yourself, this place is a really good choice.
Jasper Van Tongeren
from Netherlands, May 2019
Off-the-beaten track paradise for a back-to-basics yoga retr
I was looking for a secluded place to unwind for a few nights that provided yoga and eat healthy food. Through this site I discovered this beautiful little valley and the perfect spot for me. The yoga teacher, Tanja, lives here with her husband Chris and daughter Marlene. After giving yoga lessons for some years at other places in the region she turned her valley into a budget, small scale yoga retreat.
The accommodations are basic but clean. (For example, there is a composting toilet rather than a flush toilet). It’s rustic but to me that was what appealed most – off the beaten path, a place to meditate and reflect with the right level of support/people around you.
As for yoga, I was a novice and Tanja assessed my level and adjusted the yoga accordingly. During the time I was there I was the only guest and I still received my two lessons a day.
As for the food, it was fresh, not-processed and tasty. I felt much lighter eating there. The family is very hospitable and laid-back hosts. For someone looking for peace, tranquility and a back to nature environment, this place will deliver. I personally hope to come again soon.
Tip 1: Walk-ins are welcome
Tip 2: They have a couple of spots for campervans