Are you so busy ‘doing’ that you have forgotten how to just ‘be’?
Have you become so busy with daily tasks that you have no time just for you?
More and more people are asking for time out – for deep rest, soul rest, for space and time to catch up, to process and just breathe. It is as if we are holding our breath, waiting for a moment of non-busyness so that we can exhale. Our shoulders are tensed, and our breathing is shallow…
It is time to exhale, to allow the tension to flow out – leaving peace.
It is time to nourish your body with delicious home grown, nutritious food.
It is time to find mental space and calmness in beautiful surroundings.
Our private retreats give you the opportunity to give yourself exactly what you need. The dates are flexible and so is the program. Choose from the options below, or let us create a tailormade package, just for you.
Horse & Owner Spa Retreat
Treat yourself and your horse to a three-day Spa retreat! This unique retreat aims to pamper both of you, with massages for horse and owner and guided outrides into the beautiful countryside of the Ribatejo.
You will both stay in luxury accommodation enjoying healthy nutritious meals. Our dedicated team are waiting for you and your horse at our incredible farm in the Portuguese countryside, one hour north of Lisbon.
What’s Included:
- 2 nights of accommodation in one of our comfortable rooms
- 2 nights of accommodation for your horse in a box with interleading paddock
- 2 morning hacks exploring the beautiful Ribatejo area
- 90-minute full body ayurvedic massage
- 60-minute Physiotherapy treatment for your horse
- Complimentary late check out at 3pm
And of course, there will be lots of photo memories for you to take home.
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Full Program
Day 1
Arrive at the Quinta in the afternoon, settle in and take in the serenity of the countryside. A welcome drink and snack await you and your horse in the stables. Optional – explore the farm and gardens on your own, or book a complimentary guided tour which covers the rich history of the farm and surrounds, as well as the story of the Quinta and its transformation from working farm to beautiful retreat centre.
Tonight, the chef will prepare a three-course dinner for you. Watch the sun set over the paddocks before you retire to your room for the night.
Day 2
After a healthy breakfast, make your way to the stables for your first ride out with our experienced guide. Take in the beautiful views from horseback; the Ribatejo is great riding country where you can explore paths and tracks through the rich agricultural landscape and Cork Oak forests.
Upon your return, your horse will be washed and groomed, and your lunch will be served poolside or on the veranda. The afternoon is reserved for complete relaxation for both of you. Your horse will receive a therapy session by our horse physiotherapist, whilst you relax in our Spa for a 90-minute full body massage.
Finish the afternoon by the pool or take your horse for a walk to our farm pond. At night another nutritious farm-to-table meal awaits you.
Day 3
Join us for breakfast and then set off for another morning exploring the countryside. Today’s ride is a longer one, with a picnic lunch in the shade of the oak trees at our farm pond. Upon your return, take your time to freshen up and get ready, as a complimentary late check-out at 15h is included.
Prices & Bookings
- Arrival Mon – Wed : EUR 555
- Supplement arrival Thu – Sun: EUR 50
- Flexible start and finish dates
- A full pre-payment is required to secure the booking
- Full refunds available up to 14 days prior to arrival and 50% up to 5 days prior
Optional Extras
- Horse Physiotherapy workshop: learn how to help your horse to relax (1 hr, EUR 40)
- Principles of Natural Horsemanship workshop (1 hr, EUR 40)
- Horseback Yoga: improve your posture, whilst creating a unique union with your horse (1 hr, EUR 40)
- Yoga for Riders: a private yoga class focusing on the hips and legs (90 min, EUR 30)
- Horse Spa: Full wash & grooming, cutting of mane & tail, hoof treatment (EUR 20)
- Additional Nights (EUR 150)
- Additional Guided Hacks (90 min, EUR 30)
- Additional Horse Physiotherapy (1 hr, EUR 40)
- Additional Treatments: Massage, Reiki or Sound Bath (90 min, EUR 70)
Retreat & Connect - a Couple's Retreat
Spend three days truly (re)connecting with your significant other. Arrive to the farm in the afternoon and take your time to settle in to one of our beautifully decorated rooms.
For dinner, a romantic table in the main house will be prepared for you. Take your time to indulge in a healthy three course dinner, after which you can nestle-in, in front of the fireplace.
Start the next morning with some gentle couples’ yoga and meditation, tailored to suit your level and experience. Couple’s yoga will allow you to access a whole new realm of benefits for you as individuals and for your relationship together. This is followed by a lazy brunch, served either as a picnic or poolside, with delicious farm-to-table fare and a glass of bubbles.
Continue the spoiling in the afternoon following in the tradition of Tantra, re-learning the art of touch as you are guided in a couples’ massage. The day winds down with late afternoon tea or coffee and cake, relaxing outdoors in the meditation garden or in the poolside lounge.
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To end the day fully nourished, our chef will prepare another sumptuous sharing dinner for two. On the day of departure, there’s no need to rush, as breakfast will be served in your room.
The Retreat & Connect package can be booked at the rate of EUR 447 on weekdays (arrival Monday – Wednesday), EUR 497 on weekends (arrival Thursday – Sunday). Gift vouchers are available.
A Pampering Break for Busy Moms
These Moms’ Retreats are pure indulgence, designed to pamper and spoil you. Combining total rest with yummy nutritious food, massages and gentle yoga, this is exactly the boost you have been looking for!
Set in the beautiful countryside of the Ribatejo, the peace and tranquility of Quinta Carvalhas and the caring attention of the staff combine to bring you the perfect break.
What to expect:
- Massages
- As much sleep as you need – any time of the day
- Nutritious farm-to-table fare
- A manicure and pedicure
- Gentle yoga (all levels)
- Horse interaction or cooking class (depending on package)
Also available:
- Lounging next to the pool
- Loafing next to the fireplace
- Country walks
- Bicycle hire
- Extra spa treatments (sound healing, Reiki, intuitive healing with Michelle)
- Swimming in the farm pond
- Reading all day
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“My long weekend at Quinta Carvalhas was a a much needed restful and peaceful retreat. I was able to devote time to myself. I have never slept so well. I left feeling recharged and energised I am looking forward to returning….with my husband. Thank you to Michelle and her team for making me feel so welcomed and giving me such a restful experience “
Tailor-make your own retreat or use one of our pre-designed retreat plans:
Retreat 1: Mini Break
Cycling, yoga, massage and manicure
Day 1
15:00 – Arrive and check in, welcome drink
17:00 – Short tour of the farm
20:00 – Dinner
Day 2
09:00 – Breakfast
10:00 – Bicycle ride in the countryside
13:00 – Lunch
14:30 – Yoga
16:30 – Tea and cake/healthy snack
17:30 – Massage
20:00 – Dinner
Day 3
08:30 – Breakfast
10:00 – Massage
12:00 – Manicure and pedicure
13:30 – Lunch
15:00 – Check out
Value: €447 single / €337 sharing
Retreat 2: Easy Does it
Cooking, massages, manicure and rest
Day 1
15:00 – Arrive and check in, welcome drink
17:00 – Short tour of the farm
20:00 – Dinner
Day 2
09:30 – Breakfast
11:00 – Cooking class
13:00 – Lunch
Rest and relax
16:00 – Tea and cake/healthy snack
17:30 – Massage
20:00 – Dinner
Day 3
09:00 – Breakfast
10:00 – Manicure and pedicure
Rest and relax
13:00 – Lunch
15:00 – Massage
17:00 – Rest and relax
20:00 – Dinner
Day 4
08:30 – Gentle yoga/meditation
10:00 – Breakfast
11:00 – Check out
Value: €597 single / €452 sharing
Retreat 3: I Want it All
Horses, massages, manicure and sound journey
Day 1
15:00 – Arrive and check in, welcome drink
17:00 – Short tour of the farm
20:00 – Dinner
Day 2
08:30 – Yoga
09:45 – Shamanic Sound Journey
11:00 – Brunch
13:00 – Manicure and pedicure
Pool time or fireside time
16:00 – Tea and cake/healthy snack
17:30 – Massage
20:00 – Dinner
Day 3
09:00 – Breakfast in bed
11:00 – Horse interaction
13:00 – Lunch
15:00 – Massage
17:00 – Tea/Coffee and cake/healthy snack
20:00 – Dinner
Day 4
08:00 – Yoga
10:00 – Breakfast
11:30 – Massage
13:00 – Lunch
15:00 – Check out
Value: €697 single / €537 sharing
Groups Are Welcome
We welcome groups of friends coming to receive pampering together.
Maximum group size: 10 people
Hermit Retreat
Are you looking for a total break with silence and seclusion?
Finding the time and space to restore yourself and get back to who you know you really are, isn’t always easy. This is the retreat for you. This is the retreat that will help you find your equilibrium again.
Waiting for you:
- Silence
- Peace
- Unlimited sleep
- Meals brought to your cottage
- Full body massages
- Restorative Reiki massage
- Books to read
- Fireplaces in winter / pool in summer
- Nourishing food
Choose from one of the options below, are contact us to create a tailormade package for you.
Option 1: Total Rest Hermit
Three nights, massages…
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Day 1
15:00 Arrive and check in
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Day 2
09:30 Breakfast
Free time
11:00 Full body massage
13:30 Lunch
Free time
16:00 Tea/coffee and snack
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Day 3
09:30 Breakfast
Free time
11:00 Restorative Reiki massage
13:30 Lunch
Free time
16:00 Tea/coffee and snack
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Day 4
09:30 Breakfast
Free time
11:00 Full body massage
13:30 Lunch
Free time
16:00 Tea/coffee and snack
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Price: €497 Private Room
Retreat 2: Master Hermit
Four nights, massages and yoga
Day 1
15:00 Arrive and check in
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Day 2
09:30 Breakfast
Free time
11:00 Yoga and meditation
13:30 Lunch
15:00 Full body massage
17:00 Tea/coffee and snack
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Day 3
09:30 Breakfast
Free time
11:00 Restorative Reiki massage
13:30 Lunch
Free time
16:00 Tea/coffee and snack
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Day 4
09:30 Breakfast
Free time
11:00 Yoga and meditation
13:30 Lunch
15:00 Full body massage
17:00 Tea/coffee and snack
Free time
20:00 Dinner
Day 5
09:30 Breakfast
Free time
13:00 Lunch
15:00 Check out
Price: €647 private room
One-day retreats
one-day yoga & spa experience
Spoil yourself for a day at The Green Farm Spa. Start the day with gentle yoga and meditation; both are tailored to suit your level and experience. This is followed by a lazy brunch, either a picnic or poolside with delicious farm-to-table fare. Continue the spoiling in the afternoon with an indulgent full-body Ayruvedic massage. The day winds down with late afternoon tea or coffee and cake, relaxing outdoors in the meditation garden or in the poolside lounge. What a treat!
€105 per person
Romantic One Day Spa Experience with Champagne Brunch
Spend the day with your partner on a romantic spa break at Quinta Carvalhas. Start the day with gentle yoga and meditation; both are tailored to suit your level and experience. This is followed by a lazy brunch, either a picnic or poolside with delicious farm-to-table fare and champagne. Continue the spoiling in the afternoon following in the tradition of Tantra as you re-learn the art of touch as you are guided in a couples’ massage. The day winds down with late afternoon tea or coffee and cake, relaxing outdoors in the meditation garden or in the poolside lounge. What a treat!
€195 per couple