Vedaguru Centre

The location and beauty/peacefulness/calmness and mixture of ways to embrace nature but yet learn ....very authentic and grounding.

Would recommend as a complete 'switch ofd' if doing the yoga/cooking too.

Wunderbare Oase inmitten von Olivenbäumen mit herzlichen Menschen und voller wunderbarer Eindrücke.

Staying in the Trullo was very special! But also the garden with all the plants, the pond, the jurte and the chicken ist very beautiful! And all the nice people did their very best to create a good time for their guests.

My stay at this beautifully renovated trullo, surrounded by ancient olive trees, was truly unforgettable. From the very first moment, the place felt grounding, peaceful and deeply nourishing. Carola, Mariangela and Lucretia are exceptional hosts — warm, attentive and genuinely caring — creating an atmosphere where you immediately feel at home.

The morning yoga sessions were a true highlight: calm, mindful and perfectly aligned with the serene surroundings. They brought a sense of clarity and inner strength that stayed with me throughout the day. After breakfast, I had wonderful cooking lessons with Lucretia. She guided me with so much patience and warmth, and together we prepared delicious dishes that we later enjoyed for lunch — a truly joyful and authentic experience.

In the evenings, Mariangela lovingly prepared dinner for us. Her cooking was outstanding and deeply comforting, making every evening feel special and nurturing. Her Ayurvedic massages were equally remarkable — intuitive, deeply relaxing and incredibly restorative.

I also truly appreciated being able to bring my dog, who was welcomed with the same openness and kindness. The surrounding villages, especially in winter, are quiet, authentic and full of charm, perfect for slow exploration and reflection.

This place offers far more than just accommodation — it is a space for grounding, connection and renewal. I left with a full heart and a deep sense of calm.

The whole experience was wonderful . A beautiful location with very warm , welcoming hospitality.

Carola gave us a super Yoga lesson each morning where she carefully catered for each individual.

The trips were a lovely way of seeing the stunning area of Puglia and with Carola you had the added bonus of the knowledge too .

I would both recommend and return .

As a solo traveller I am alwys a bit nervous of how the experience will pan out. I need not have worried it was relaxing, fun and educational at the same time.

I was in a group with 3 others. Another single lady and a young couple. We all gelled straight away and had some fabulous evenings together eating good food in a beautiful setting.

Carola the yoga instructor was first class and I learnt a lot about yoga and how to get the most out of a yoga session.

Mariangela was an a wonderful cook. The breakfasts and dinners she provided for us were fresh and very tasty - as good as any resturant you would go to.

The 3 hour cooking classes were such fun with Lucrezia our Italian cook. Not much English spoken so it was very authentic and helped me learn a bit more of the Italian language. Being a small group means you all get to join in the cooking process and then eat the results for lunch. Always from locally sourced and in season produce.

The setting is tranquility itself. Set in the countryside amoungst the olive and cherry trees. The accomodation in stone built fincas were spotlessly clean with good facilities. The bio pool was a unique experience which I enjoyed so much.

The hosts took us out and about dropping us off where we wanted to go and picking us up later. Such lovely warm people - nothing too much trouble.

Thankyou Carola, Mariangela and Lucrezia for a beautiful and memorable experience. I will be back.

Carola is the perfect host, and goes above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need. Thd accommodation is clean and really gorgeous. Thd gardens are stunning. The cooking lessons are really enjoyable and I learnt a lot.

The retreat was in a very quiet location where our hosts were very welcoming. The property was well established in harmony with its environment. There is a natural open water pool for bathing. There were sun loungers and a dining set for outside dining. There is a glass pod where meals are served which also has a sofa to use. Access to the main kitchen is available during the day to use the fridge/freezers for water/ice/fruit. Meals were homemade and primarily vegetarian Italian style.

I chose to stay in the Trulli which was spacious and had a bedroom, lounge area, bathroom and small kitchen area with fridge and kettle.

The daily yoga instruction was clear and well explained and the yurt available to use later in the day if I wanted. Personalised feedback for the yoga and associated diet were sent via email after the trip.

I also took part in the cooking class which was both instructional and fun. I shared the class with other guests who were able to translate for me as the teacher was Italian speaking.

I chose not to have the massage which was included in package though other guests raved about them. The visits to the local town, local seaside resort and transfer to visit Alberobello were a great addition to the retreat.

Carola and Mariangela were fantastic hosts and were keen to ensure that we were happy with the facilities and experiences. They left us to enjoy the property during the day, trusting us to use it without being supervised.

A truly great first yoga treat

Booked a yoga retreat in this beautiful place & would like to share this with you because this is extraordinary and I highly recommend it:

- all is done with love & care

- excellent yoga courses in de morning in a small group with personal care

- usefull & personal information about Ayurveda

- The best massages with personal care

- delicioussss, healthy, tasty, local food

- beautiful surroundings with natural pool & in the middle of nature

- visits to the gorgeous nearby villages Conversano, albero bello & polignano al mare are lovely

Felt spoilt every second being here & highly recommend staying or doing a yoga retreat if you like beautiful holidays.

This is definitely an extraordinary place to be.

Wunderschöne Anlage mit Naturpool und viel Platz.

L'accueil chaleureux, la disponibilité et l'attention de Carola et Mariangela ont vraiment participé à la détente, la sérénité et le lâcher-prise.

Le lieu est superbe, à vivre comme à regarder, les installations sont propres, modernes avec le charme traditionnel, écologiquement bien pensées, un vrai régal pour les yeux et le cœur avec trois adorables chats câlins. Bon équilibre entre activités, yoga et temps libre de repos ou visite au choix. Carola et Mariangela nous ont chouchouté et le programme de soins semblait sur-mesure et adapté à chacune d'entre nous.

Une nourriture saine, locale, de saison, délicieuse, des petits déjeuners et dîners généreux, variés et toujours une présentation soignée. Mariangela et Lucrezia ont su s'adapter et m'offrir chaque fois des options véganes et sans gluten délicieuses et variées.

La proximité et l'accès facile en bus des villages et littoraux magnifiques des Pouilles.

I feel so blessed to have been able to experience this retreat 🤩

Carola, Lucrezia and Marieangela, they are all soo nice people. Extremely kind, warm and welcoming! They introduce you to each of their talents and purpose in life. Lucrezia's cooking class is just the best, and so funny! Carola guides you perfectly, at your pace, through yoga , her insights on ayurvedi and does the utmost to introduce you to some marvelous spots in the area! Marieangela keeps you happy with a belly full with just delicious local dishes. And last but not least their cats and dogs 🐶🐱. Cherries to the cake! We admire Carola's and Mariangela vision and purpose in life and how they try to form it and let other people enjoy it. Need I say more? A big thank you to those 3 marvellous human beings x

We have just had a fabulous week in Puglia with Carola, Mariangela and Lucrezia that exceeded all expectations. They are such walm, calm and inviting people, eager to share their love of the region, their food and their holistic approach to life. It was a great balance of activity, culture and down time - highly recommended (stay in the Trulli if you can !)

This is a beautiful retreat center amongst olive and almond trees, lots of sun, nature, and a bio-pond. There are also plenty of back roads to walk or bike on.

The yoga instruction was top notch and individualized by Carola, as were the "field trips" to Conversano and Polignano al Mare. Carola even arranged for another side trip for me to the Castellana Grottoes. And Mariangela's cooking was delicious, used local ingredients, and was well-rounded. Her Ayurvedic treatments were full of heart and soul.

I would come back here in a heartbeat and am grateful for the opportunity to have met these wonderful women.

Wunderschöner Ort, die Unterkunft und der Garten sind mit viel Liebe zum Detail gestaltet.

Carola und Mariangela sind sehr herzlich und geben ihr Bestes um den Aufenthalt für alle Gäste optimal zu gestalten. Für die Ausflüge geben sie einem tolle Tips und helfen bei der Organisation des Transports.

Die Yogastunden, die Massage und die Kochkurse waren wunderbar und auch das Essen hervorragend.

Herzlichen Dank!

Carola und Mariangela haben eine Oase von Zufriedenheit inmitten von Olivenbäumen geschaffen. Ich war 5 Tage zu Gast und hier steckt sehr viel Liebe zum Detail. Die Unterkunft ist einfach traumhaft - es gibt auch ein Trulli :) Ich habe mich wunderbar aufgehoben gefühlt. Mit der Yoga-Stunde von Carola sind wir langsam in den Tag gestartet. Zudem kam ich in Genuss von einer Kochstunde mit authentischen italienischen Rezepten einer lokalen Köchin, die früher in mit Michelin -Sternen gekürten Restaurants gearbeitet hat. Die Massage von Mariangela war ein weiteres Highlight. Auch kulinarisch wurden wir von Carola und Mariangela mit exzellentem italienischen Essen verwöhnt. Vielen Dank von Herzen für diese unglaublich schöne Woche. Ich komme wieder!

Relaxed, tranquil environment. Choice of activities. Lots of downtime if desired. Personalised experience. Space! ‘Time to be be be not always do do do!’

…der perfekte Ort um zu entspannen! Es war ein sehr gutes Verhältnis zwischen Entspannung und Aktivität, wunderschönes Ambiente, tolle Yogastunde am Morgen und Kochkurs auf „italienisch“. Pasta handmade hat sehr viel Spaß gemacht. Carola hat uns außerdem die wunderschöne Altstadt von Conversano gezeigt mit einem kleinen Tasting Die Ayurveda- Massage hat mir ebenso sehr gut gefallen..

Kurz, ich habe den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und freue mich auf ein Wiedersehen!

Getting there with seamless from the airport. Our driver knew where to go. Entering the compound was quite an experience. The pond, the buildings, the olive trees all had a very calming effect as soon as you entered. Accommodations were modern and very comfortable. The complex was built around stone and was absolutely gorgeous. Our building was covered in the local stone. The next one was the local triullo which are cone shaped stone buildings. You really have to look them up to explain their beauty. The entire complex was enclosed in a stone wall typical of the area.

Yoga classes were tuned to three new students and was a very nice experience. The meals were so interesting. Based on vegetarian dishes. Plenty to enjoy. We took cooking classes with Lucretia. She was a wonderful person and we had a lot of fun with her. Learned how to make pasta and several vegetarian dishes. Pasta making from scratch was an art she had down!! A trip to Conversano and a fabulous wine tasting experience rounded out our visit. Carloa is a beautiful person. So I have to say go and experience like I did. You will count it as I trip you truly enjoyed.

A fabulous few days. Informative with everything and make you feel completely relaxed. Lucrezia's cooking class was wonderful, Carolas yoga really made a difference and taught me a lot. Mariangela treatments.. WOW.

The meals were delicious and the room unbelievably comfy. Everything exceeded my expectations.

Can't wait to go back.

I loved EVERYTHING about this week 😊

- Carola, Mariangela and Lucrezia are all very kind and welcoming. Carola was very responsive to my many questions and very helpful.

- Staying in the trullo was a unique and fabulous experience

- The venue is top notch - natural beauty, amazing bio pool, olive trees, yoga yurt, space to spread out, even an e-bike available! Just wow.

- Cooking lessons were super fun and every meal was fresh and delicious

- The itinerary had exactly the right blend of relaxation and activity. Loved being able to visit Conversano, Polignano and Alberobello with such convenient transportation.

Thank you for such a lovely and memorable week. I really enjoyed myself and will be sure to recommend to friends and family!

Location food experience tranquility beautiful trullo experience to stay in

the people freedom to go out and explore the towns in the area

Left feeling recharged

Carola and Mariangela have created a beautiful sanctuary in the Puglian countryside, with a bio-diversity pool, fruit and olive trees. The yoga in a yurt was relaxing, food was great and accomodations very comfortable. I really enjoyed the outings which gave a nice introduction to a few towns in Puglia. The hosts were very accommodating and attended to all our needs. There were only 4 of us in my group so we had the place to ourselves. Very relaxing! I would definitely stay again.

Geïnspireerde yogalessen, fantastische massages en hele leuke kooklessen! De locatie, de sfeer, het natuurlijke zwembad, de prachtige onderkomens en de hele goede verzorging met uitstapjes in de omgeving maakte deze retreat tot een heerlijke ontspannen week. Niks hoeft, alles met veel liefde en aandacht omringd. Echt wat ik nodig had. Ik ga zeker terugkomen!

Alles! Der Schwimmteich, die Kröten, der Trullo, Hugo, Coco, der Kochkursus, die Yoga-Stunden, die Jurte, die Menschen …. Es war alles ganz, ganz wunderbar. Sehr familiär, sehr entspannend, sehr ruhig. Peace & Quiet! Toll!😊

The setting and accommodation was amazing, small and intimate. Everything was thought of and the bio-diversity of the site was beautiful. Carola and Marieangela were fun, helpful and caring and were brilliant hosts.

Carola and Mariangela are very warm and kind people who created a wonderful and welcoming place in nature together with their animals, with a natural swimming pool, an original Trullo and old houses. Especially the combination of yoga, Ayurvedic treatments together with culture, some sightseeing of Puglia and the possibility of cooking classes and delicious food is really nice.

The cooking classes were very good and fun plus extremely informative - we learned a lot! We had 2 teachers for yoga which was nice as we got personalised help! We had a beautiful, large room with lovely outside seating area! Extremely quiet surroundings! Loved all the staff!

The setting, the hospitality, the kindness, the Trulli!, the excellent quality of the food, the impact of the massages, picking up the yoga practise again and adjusted to my ayurveda type,....

I had a wonderful time and was well looked after by all three ladies, I felt like part of the family and my Italian has definitely improved.

I chose a packed program- yoga in the morning, followed by cooking classes, two afternoons of cultural tours and a massage (best massage ever). My cooking classes were cooking and learning Italian all in one 🥰. The agenda can also be flexible depending on who’s there at that time, so if you all agree on a change to the program then Carola will do all she can to accommodate.

The retreat itself is a wonderful mix of new and old, the architecture and design embraces the old traditions of region with modern technology. It’s so relaxing. So much hard work has gone into renovating the Truillo, it’s all stunning!

I felt very much at home. All the ladies were so welcoming and kind, they went out of their way to make sure I was happy. And they are so much fun and funny! They also fed me the most wonderful fresh food from the region and I was truly spoilt!

I read other reviews about it being in the middle of nowhere and it is true but they have two electric bikes so you don’t need a car if you are there to relax and have chosen a packed agenda. You can also go for long walks in and around the farms on the quiet lanes if you want to walk off the tasty treats.

I will definitely come back and already miss being there.

Thank you all for a wonderful time and for telling me about the region’s history.

These 5 days went too fast, I wasn't ready to leave at all. I slept in my Trullo house which was amazing, beautiful, comfortable and relaxing. Yoga every morning with Carola, which was super insightful, relaxing and we did powerful breath work along with asanas and she shared with us her Yogic wisdom.

The food was so good, natural, healthy, locally grown... just beautiful. And the cooking class was so much fun.

I dont have enough words for this retreat. its just beautiful and amazing.

I can´t wait to come back. ❤️

I had 2 incredible massages and my body felt so rejuvenated.

This yoga retreat has been such a relaxing moment really needed! The place is wonderful, in the middle of the olive’s tree, the hosts are wonderful, always making sure you are feeling well, the yoga classes where amazing, with a mix of yoga and meditative moments, the food was delicious, the massage a moment in heaven and all the lovelies animals around gave me a very homy feeling! I wish I could have stayed longer! I will definitely come back!

Eine Woche Yoga, Natur und Gesellschaft. Lange habe ich nach einem passenden Ort außerhalb der Saison in Italien gesucht. Mit dem Interrail-Ticket aus Berlin gestartet, kam ich mit Zwischenaufenthalten in Verona und Termoli in diesem kleinen Paradies an. Es ist alles sehr liebe- und geschmackvoll gestaltet und die Unterkünfte in den historischen Gebäuden sind wunderschön. Der morgendliche Yogaunterricht wurde mit einigen Programmpunkten, wie Ausflüge, ein Kochevent und einer ayurvedischen Massage zu einem sehr schönen Gesamtpaket. Sehr gut war das Dinner. Wir wurden fürstlich bekocht und haben andere Speisen kennengelernt. Lecker 😋 Dadurch, dass die Gruppengrösse nur 3-7 Personen umfasst, entsteht eine sehr private Atmosphäre. Ich habe mich jedenfalls sehr wohl gefühlt und kann den Ort nur empfehlen 🥰

It was a great experience and really relaxing. I loved to be there. Carola, Mariangela and Lucrezia make sure that the guests have a wonderful time. You're doing a great job. Thank you for everything 🙏❤️

I liked everything in this place. The land is magical, the accomodation is super nice and comfortable, and the organizers and instructors put their soul and heart into this place.The food is amazing, the massage, the yoga are fantastic and we visited beautiful places in Puglia. It is like a secret gem. Strongly recommended

My stay was beyond what I expected. My accommodation was a fully restored trulli, restored by Mariangela and Carola. It was an incredible experience the trulli was absolutely beautiful and unique!

I wasn’t much of a yoga enthusiast prior to my stay but I am now, it was a great way to start my day and the setting was a big part of the experience. Carola and Mariangela have created a relaxing atmosphere.

Lucrezia was an excellent teacher although she’s not a classically trained chef she is a classic Italian, who has been cooking her entire life and it comes shinning through. simple recipes with simple ingredients produces the best food. Although Lucrezia only speaks Italian and my Italian language skills are elementary it was a great experience.

After preparing some of the best food I have ever had, we all ate lunch together. After lunch Carola would show me around the Conversano area. Dinner was prepared by Mariangela simple ingredients produced such special meals. The meals were made so much more special by the company!

Dinner with Carola and Mariangela was like having dinner with family and friends, it was such a wonderful experience that I treasure and look forward to retuning my friends house for dinner!

El centro y alojamiento se encuentran en una zona muy bonita, tranquila, rodeada de olivos. Dormir en un trullo es muy especial. Agradezco muchissimo el trato tan cercano y cariñoso de Carola, Mariangela y de la cocinera Lucrezia. Han personalizado mi estancia 100% a mis gustos. Agradezco también todos los consejos y aprendizaje de yoga, ayurveda y de la cocina local, que es deliciosa. Espero poder volver pronto!

Carola est un excellent prof experimente qui s'adapte en fonction du groupe.

les soins de mariangela sont extraordinaires, faites le premier tres vite pour pouvoir apprecier et en rajouter sur la semaine. Ces soins meritent a eux seuls une semaine de cure. Nourriture exellente, fruits et legumes frais, repas prepares par un(e) vrai(e) chef qui m'a fait des repas vegan succulents , meme des biscuits et gateaux !!

Possibilite de rajouter des visites ou de passer la journee a la plage, de rester a la piscine (tres jolie, entourée d'arbres) , d'en apprendre plus sur le yoga ou la medecine ayurvédique, de profiter des soins... selon vos envies.

Toute L'equipe est tres chaleureuse, pro et a votre ecoute pour agementer votre sejour. l'endroit est tres propre. La semaine est passee trop vite !

Un endroit paisible au milieu des cerisiers en fleurs, des oliviers, des amandiers, des figuiers de barbarie et des champs de coquelicot. Un personnel discret et aux petits soins. Des cours de yoga très doux mais précis, intéressants et variés donnés par une prof adorable. Des massages merveilleux. Un cours de cuisine formidable. Une cuisinière qui a su adapter avec coeur ses plats à mon régime sans gluten ni lactose. Plats servis avec le sourire et la gentillesse de Joseph. Des visites des villages magnifiques alentours. Un véritable moment de détente et de plaisir ! Merci à Carola, Maria Angela, Anna, Joseph, Angelo et à ceux dont je ne connais pas le prénom.

Man fühlt sich wie bei Freunden, wirklich alle sind supernett und unkompliziert; Yoga, Massagen und die Ausflüge waren ganz toll; man lernt viel über die Geschichte, Kultur und Küche der Region; a propos Küche: Die Köchin ist eine Wucht! Und der Wein zum darin baden.

Für mich waren es in jeder Hinsicht perfekte Tage, und ich werde definitiv wiederkommen!

Seuls au monde!l’accueil chaleureux,le yoga formidable,les massages divins,le prix pour toute ces choses!et la campagne !je reviendrai en mai!!!!

Tout ; le logement confortable et bien équipé ; la nourriture délicieuse ; les massages fabuleux , le cours de cuisine ; la région des Pouilles (excursions incluses).

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The whole experience at Montepaolo was excellent, the teaching by Carola, treatments from Mariangela, friendship, accommodation, food and programme were super and very good value for money. Would love to return.

Just had a lovely week at montepaolo yoga retreat! Great week to unwind and recharge.The yoga was excellent. Carola and team were just amazing and ever so accommodating. The farmhouse was beautiful and Joseph is an absolute star! The food was delicious!I would have liked two yoga classes a day but still had a great time. Would highly recommend it and hopefully I look forward to visiting again ! Thank you! :)

The stay at this accomondation was like staying at an Italian dream. The food and the service was great and the yoga Teacher Carola was adorable. The morning yoga was really good and rewarding. Moreover, she provided us with a cooking class and took us to Conversano, Pogliamare and Aberobello and guided us well. The treatments was amazing!

very Nice place ans perfect welcome. Je me suis sentie choyée. Lucrezia, Carola et Joseph prennent soin de vous et de vos envies. Bien être, cours de cuisine, visites ... Un chouette mix pour une semaine agréable. Encore merci à tous. Christine.