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Finca el Encanto, Casares. España.
Boutique Eco Retreat
The Valley Room
OUR RETREAT HOME
Finca El Encanto is a boutique eco-retreat set in a secluded valley near the white village of Casares with far reaching views to Gibraltar and across to Morocco. The owners, Michaela & George, have poured their hearts into this modern yet rustic experience.
Michaela is a key mentor of mine. When she was learning to be a Yoga teacher, 14 year old me and my mum were her guinea pigs. We then continued to take her class and after one evening she mentioned to me that she thought I’d make a good Yoga teacher, the seed was planted!
Set on its own hillside with 30,000 sqm of cork trees and pines to explore, Finca El Encanto is the ideal place to relax and reconnect with nature and oneself. In addition to exploring magical corners on the land, there is a pool, outdoor teak Yoga Shala, luxurious outdoor showers and plenty of spaces to chill.
The Garden Room
Michaela, George, and Me
What’s included?
Every activity is optional, make the retreat your own.
Not included: flights, travel insurance, transfers & massage treatments (available to book on request)
A total Yoga immersion.
The Yoga
DIVE DEEPER INTO YOUR PRACTICE
The Yoga classes during Escape to Andalucía are led by your host, Olivia Hazlitt. Olivia is an experienced 585hrs Yoga teacher specialising in Mandala, Vinyasa, Yin and Yoga for Athletes.
This retreat will immerse you totally in the practice of Yoga as a tool for self inquiry. We will hold morning meditation, twice daily 2hr Yoga practices and afternoon workshops.
Broadly speaking our morning classes will be Vinyasa Flow/Power/Mandala and our evening classes will be Yin/Yoga Nidra.
The classes are all levels yet we recommend this retreat for those who have some experience of Yoga. If you would like to chat further on whether this retreat would suit you, don’t hesitate to contact Olivia.
Booking info.
Rooms & Pricing
Main House
a) The Valley Room – £1400 per person (based on two sharing)
SOLD OUT
This spacious twin or double room has dual aspect views of both the valley and the pool. The stunning ensuite bathroom features a freestanding bath with an overhead rain shower. Located on the quiet first floor, this air conditioned oasis ensures you privacy and peace during the retreat.
Best for: two friends or couple looking for a luxury experience.
Main House
b) The Garden Room – £1400 per person (based on two sharing)
SOLD OUT
This ensuite room features a twin beds or a double with doors directly out onto the terrace. As well as air conditioning, the windows are fitted with integral blinds to ensure privacy, temperature control and blackout. The generous sized ensuite has a large walk-in shower.
Best for: two friends or a couple looking for a luxury experience.
The Yurts
a+b) Olive & Fig – £1350 per person (based on two sharing) or £1650 private occupancy
ONE YURT AVAILABLE
These yurts have sprung beds, comfortable mattresses, quality bedlinen, and electricity. It is the perfect option to total take in the magic of the finca but still get a great night’s sleep. You have close access to the newly renovated, incredible outdoor showers & loos.
The beds can be set up as twins or doubles.
Best for: yogis looking for a special, immersive experience in nature & solo yogis looking to be partnered up to share.
The Casita
The Casita is the original house of the finca, renovated and modernised to the same standard as the main house. It’s nestled close to the Yoga Shala, it has open views down the valley. This self-contained Casita has an open plan kitchen and living area on the ground floor, and on the lower ground floor, has two bedrooms with a shared shower room.
a) Twin Room – £1300 per person (based on two sharing)
This spacious twin room has a door directly onto the terrace and shares a bathroom with the other Casita room.
SOLD OUT
Best for: friends or solo yogi looking to share.
b) Private Double Room – £1450 per person
SOLD OUT
This room has a small double bed and has a door directly onto the terrace and shares a bathroom with the other Casita room.
Best for: a solo yogi looking for total privacy or couple/close friends willing to share a bed (contact me for dual occupancy rates).
A typical day on retreat
7 – Silent mornings w/ herbal tea & snacks
8-10 – AM practice: meditation, mandala vinyasa & journaling
10 – Delicious, sharing-style brunch from our private chef
11:30 – Free time/chakra workshop/pool dips/naps/reading/optional massages
17:30 – 19 – Evening practice: Yin, restorative & Yoga Nidra
19:30 – Supper together
+ repeat!
GETTING THERE
Check in: 3pm onwards Wednesday 4th June
Check out: 11am Sunday 8th June
The closest airports to Finca el Encanto are Malaga (60 mins) & Gibraltar (50 mins). There is a bus from Malaga to Estepona (our nearest town) that costs approx. €10 and we can pick you up or you can organise a transfer directly from the airport. Olivia can put you in contact with other retreaters if you’re on the same flight to share the cost of a transfer. There is ample parking at the Finca if you wish to hire a car to explore.
A note from Olivia
After a wonderful retreat in 2024, Finca el Encanto now holds a special place in my heart. I can’t wait to immerse into the world of Yoga with a group of like-minded people in this magical space. Whether you are coming with a friend or solo (it was 50/50 last retreat!) you will welcomed warmly into the group.
If you have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to email me: yoga@oliviaemilykate.com.
