Algarve Escape
12 - 16 July 2026
Time to Pause.. The Algarve Escape is an offering shaped by understanding. We live in the Algarve, and over the past eight years we’ve come to know how deeply this land restores and rejuvenates. Its wild nature, golden beaches, calm and kind-hearted people, and the gentle scent of herbs drifting through the air make it, in our experience, one of the most beautiful corners of Europe. Just a short time by the ocean, held by sun, salt, and open skies, can melt stress from the body and gently connecting you back to the true essence resting within your inner world.
This retreat is created as a place to land. A place where you are not asked to improve, perform, or know anything in advance, only to arrive as you are. The program unfolds slowly and with care, welcoming anyone who feels the need to rest. No prior experience of yoga asanas or philosophy is required. Each moment is guided with simplicity, warmth, and respect, allowing you to soften at your own pace.
Let the softness of the Algarve land you.
Arrive. Exhale. Slow down. Tucked away in a truly authentic local village, far from the noise of the tourist coast, this retreat offers a rare sense of seclusion and peace. A natural swimming pond rests at the heart of the garden, walking paths wind through old olive groves, and the wholeness in the atmosphere invites you to reconnect with yourself. Within only 20 minutes, the wild and sun-kissed Algarve Cliff beaches of the south coast await us for warm evening swim and sunsets.
As July days in the Algarve are long, warm and spacious, the mornings await the daily yoga & pranayama breathwork class guided by Debbie. The afternoons are intentionally unstructured. This is time to rest, to soften, and to follow your own pace. Cool off in our natural pond, lose yourself in a book or diary, or join Debbie for a mindful knitting workshop in the shadow of the garden trees. There is space for it all.. Late afternoon we meet again for Debbie’s Yin Yoga class before we settle into the perfect Algarve warm evenings.
Evenings invite deeper relaxation. They may be spent receiving therapeutic massages from Liladhar, or wandering to the beach together to witness the Algarve’s breathtaking sunsets as the sun effortlessly melts into the ocean.
We share three meals each day: a light breakfast, a nourishing midday lunch, and a light evening dinner, supporting balance, digestion, and restful sleep.
This daily rhythm is simple, spacious, and deeply restorative, allowing you to rest, reset, and return to yourself.
12 - 16 July 2026
Sleep under the millions of stars
Sleep under the millions of stars
12 - 16 July 2026
The Villa and the rooms are intentionally simple, designed in soft whites and natural tones to calm the nervous system and invite deep rest. Nothing excessive, nothing distracting — just space, light, and quiet simplicity.
In the warmth of Algarve July, the thick walls of the Algarve traditional villa keep the rooms naturally cool, creating a soothing refuge from the summer sun and offering the conditions for truly nourishing sleep.
As night falls, the world softens.
You fall asleep to the gentle chorus of frogs and crickets in the far, their rhythmic songs weaving through the silence. Above you, a sky filled with a million stars watches over the land.
A place to rest deeply.
A place to be held by stillness.
Local Algarve Food
Vegetarian food is at the heart of how we live and how we host our Retreat. Since leaving Amsterdam and embracing life in the Algarve, we’ve learned to live closer to the land — growing food, eating seasonally, and choosing what feels real and nourishing. Over time, we noticed a deep change in our health, energy, and wellbeing, simply by returning to natural, honest food.
We drink pure spring water from the mountains of Monchique, known for its mineral richness. Fresh local fruits, garden vegetables, village olives, and cold-pressed Algarve olive oil form the foundation of our meals. Everything is seasonal, simple, and carefully chosen, from our own garden or from local markets where we know the people who grow our food.
For us, food is more than nourishment for the body. It’s a way of slowing down, becoming present, and reconnecting with ourselves and the world around us.
Liladhar began his culinary journey cooking in the temple as a monk, where he mastered vegetarian cuisine, and has since developed his skills further by creating fusion dishes using the freshest local Algarve ingredients.
Algarve Escape
Debbie leads two yoga and meditation sessions each day. A more active morning yoga class with Pranayama breathwork to awaken and center, followed in late afternoon by a gentle, restorative Yin yoga session to dissolve and reconnect. A yoga teacher by heart for decades, she has shared her practice across Holland, Bali, and Portugal. Her guidance is remembered for its nurturing, motherly voice, deeply connected to the rhythms of Mother Earth. Gentle yet precise, Debbie’s presence guides you effortlessly into your inner landscape, creating space for quiet reflection, release, and renewal.
Liladhar began his culinary journey cooking in the temple as a monk, where he spent around 13 years mastering vegetarian cuisine. Currently living in the Algarve, he expanded his skills, creating fusion dishes using the freshest local ingredients. He is also a renowned massage therapist in both Amsterdam and the Algarve, bringing the same care and presence to the massage table as he does to the kitchen. In Liladhar’s hands, you feel his attention and energy—whether through the vibrant flavors of his food or the deep rejuvenation of a mindful, restorative massage.
Casa Águas das Calmas, the home of the calm waters, is thoughtfully designed with the principles of Zen Buddhism, where the space itself gently influences your inner currents. This traditional villa, nestled in a quiet Algarve village, is surrounded by ancient oak and olive trees. The garden invites wandering and wondering, where stillness becomes the adventure to be discovered.
Just beyond the doorstep, rural paths lead to hidden ruins and open landscapes, waiting to be explored at your own pace. Time slows here, and in this space, you feel at home instantly. Expect simplicity, serenity, and a garden that feels like a modern-day Eden.
This is a 5-day retreat, offered at €800 per person, designed for a small, intimate group of up to 10 guests. Accommodation is in a 2 person shared room, single separate beds, our only option, to nurture a sense of togetherness and connection. Meals are three lovingly prepared vegetarian, non-alcoholic dishes each day, made from fresh, local ingredients to nourish body and soul. Fresh water and seasonal Algarve fruit juices are freely available throughout the day, inviting you to sip and stay hydrated as you move through your practice and moments of the days.
To secure your place, a non refundable deposit of €250 is required at the time of booking, and full payment need to be done before 1 June 2026. Please note that cancellations on or after 1 June 2026 full retreat price cannot be refunded.
You may pay in instalments, allowing you to plan comfortably while reserving your spot. Please ask Debbie to personalise it for you.
Fresh, juicy, sweet watermelons
..and the art of slowing down.
Retreat details
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Book your flight to Faro Airport. You can ask Debbie to help you find CAr Rental, or simply grab a taxi at the airport to the Retreat. Its aprox 20-30min drive from airport to our location.
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Retreat investment: €800 per person
Accommodation: shared room (our only room option, to support a sense of togetherness)
Meals: three lovingly prepared vegetarian, non-alcoholic meals each day
Drinks: fresh fruit infused water and local summer fruit juices freely available all day long
Daily yoga and meditation, along with caring guidance and hosting throughout the retreat
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Not included: taxis (if needed to go to beach), rental car or airport transfers
Not included: flights
Not included: travel and cancellation insurance
Optional: wellness massages with Liladhar and personal extras, should you wish