Golden Grove Retreat
Carmarthenshire, Wales
A haven of tranquillity and relaxation, nestled on 10 acres of wild land adjacent to an organic farm. Guests enjoy picturesque views, spacious rooms with underfloor heating keeping you warm and cosy, while the lounges, patios and fire pit area provide ample opportunities for relaxation and entertainment.
Offering in-house and hosted events, there are an unrivalled range of retreats to join, with spa facilities and nourishing menus to soothe, relax and reward your body, mind and soul - as part of a rounded experience.
Golden Grove Retreat includes a fully equipped infra-red heated yoga studio for your daily practices, an aroma-fused wood-fired sauna perfect for relaxation and detoxing and ice-cold plunge pool for stimulation, healing, breath work and rejuvenation. The outdoor hot tub offers a tranquil environment to enjoy nature and unwind. Located close to beautiful beaches, castles, and walks, as well as the fresh and organic produce on offer from the nearby farm, Golden Grove Retreat is the perfect choice to discover your body's seven main energy centres and unlock the power of your chakras.
Suitable for: Something for everyone. Alongside core strength vinyasa, restorative, and aerial yoga, Golden Grove Retreat offers a five-day Master Detox Programme for those wanting to boost health and immunity, increase energy, improve sleep and other benefits. Facilitating external hosts also embraces people’s differences and offers wide-ranging retreat styles and themes. Teacher training and private hire also available.
When: A range of day retreats and one- to five-night retreats held weekly, plus visiting hosts throughout the year. Browse online for the full range of retreats, hosts and themes.
Accommodation: With a subtle African theme, the main house offers warm and homely accommodation for 12 in four large bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. The two secluded safari lodges provide additional accommodation for up to 12 guests in natural surroundings, giving a sense of grounding in nature. Guests can often see deer moving through the fields. Amenities include complimentary wifi, a fully-equipped kitchen and cosy fireplaces. The lodges include gas-fired showers and compost toilets.
How much: Workshops from £35, day retreats from £95, two-day retreats from £350, three-day retreats from £475 and five-day retreats from £625. All-inclusive unless specified. Different hosts offer different programmes and charge different prices.
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