A Quiet Return: The Portugal Yoga Retreat
Join us in Portugal this August for a quiet return to the self.
19th - 23rd August 2026
You are Invited…
...to step away from the noise of the day-to-day and join Ellisha this August at the beautiful Casa de Cura, nestled in the Portuguese mountains of the Algarve. Together we will move intentionally, eat communally and of course rest (to what degree, is completely up to you). Your home for these 4 nights/5 days is a haven of slow living, where the soft rhythm of mountain life blends with the sacred energy of ancient practice.
Whether you’re a devoted parent or caregiver ready to pour back into yourself, a business owner juggling it all, a freelance creative craving a reset, or simply someone longing to slow down and reconnect — this retreat is designed with you in mind, offering you a calm space to recharge, recalibrate and return to your truest self with renewed depth and clarity.
FAQs
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Each day will unfold in a gentle, intentional rhythm, with up to twice daily yoga practices on our full days together. Our mornings will begin with a more dynamic flow [suitable for all levels], thoughtfully paired with breathwork to awaken the body and energise the mind. Evenings will be devoted to rest and deep relaxation, including one special night reserved for a private sound healing.
There will be generous free time woven throughout the day, inviting you to spend it exactly as you wish, whether you are lounging by the freshwater pool, meditating or journalling on the rooftop terrace, or getting lost in a book in a quiet reading nook. This spaciousness is designed to offer the perfect opportunity to truly recharge.
For those who enjoy a more active form of rest, activities may be offered such as guided hikes, surf lessons, or visits to nearby towns. Everything is entirely optional — an invitation rather than an expectation. Allowing you to move at your own pace and create a retreat experience that feels uniquely your own.
You will be completely nurtured throughout your time here, with all catering handled by our private in-house chef Levi – a Portuguese-born chef, creating nourishing vegetarian meals using local produce. From leisurely breakfasts to elegant evening dinners, each meal is thoughtfully prepared using the freshest produce and will be communal/sharing style, ensuring a dining experience that is both authentic and unforgettable.
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✽ 4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS ACCOMMODATION
✽ OPENING CEREMONY WITH CACAO
✽ 6 YOGA CLASSES [A VARIETY OF STYLES]
✽ 3 MORNING BREATHWORK CLASSES
✽ 1 IMMERSIVE SOUND HEALING JOURNEY
✽ PRIVATE CATERING - BRUNCH, AFTERNOON SNACKS & EVENING DINNER [3 COURSE SHARING STYLE]
✽ UNLIMITED TEA, COFFEE, FRUIT & MATCHA STATION
✽ FULL USE OF QUALITY YOGA EQUIPMENT
✽ ACCESS TO A FRESH WATER POOL, SUN LOUNGERS, TOWELS & ROOFTOP MEDITATION DECK
✽ PRIVATE TRANSFER FROM CASA DE CURA TO THE AIRPORT FOR THE RETURN FLIGHT HOME
✽ CURATED GIFT BAGS
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✽ FLIGHTS
✽ OPTIONAL SURF LESSON
✽ TRANSFER TO CASA DE CURA ON ARRIVAL DAY
✽ ANY ADDITIONAL SPENDING MONEY AND TRANSFERS DURING FREE TIME
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Self-titled the hidden healing village, Casa de Cura is an off-grid retreat space deeply rooted in the earth and authenticity. Within this space, you will be gently guided to embrace the slow, soft and sacred rhythm of mountain life, bringing you back to nature to return home to yourself. The space has been intentionally created to remember the lost art of grounding in the wisdom of your body and the earth.
Wake up to the sound of Mother Nature, move in a way that feels good for your body, and eat deliciously fresh and locally sourced food - revelling in the highly underrated pleasure of slowing down.
Casa de Cura is situated 1 hour from Faro Airport, 15 minutes from the local town of Monchique, world-renowned for its natural mineral water with healing properties and 40 minutes from the nearest city Lagos.
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Places are purposefully limited to offer an intentional and more intimate experience, with rooms spaciously spread across 5 different houses.
Room Options
The Barn - Three canopy singles with private bathroom
£999pp early bird // £1,099pp thereafter
The Mill - One private single bedroom, one double/twin bedroom, shared bathroom
One double/twin bedroom - £1,049pp early bird // £1,149pp thereafter
One private single bedroom - £1,099pp early bird // £1,199pp thereafter
The Studio/The Orangery - One double/twin with ensuite
£1,199pp early bird // £1,299pp thereafter
The Shed - One double/twin with private bathroom
£1,199pp early bird // £1,299pp thereafter
Double rooms will be made up as twins unless you are travelling as a couple/with a friend and request otherwise.
We are able to offer 1 double room with ensuite as a single occupancy, available at an investment of £1,599pp early bird // £1,699pp thereafter. Please contact Ellisha directly to book.
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Early bird pricing is available until 1st April (23:59 UK time) saving you £100
A £300 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. Remaining instalments to be paid via bank transfer (preference) or card payment.
Your full balance is due by 1st July.
Payment plans are welcomed, please contact Ellisha [ellisha@reframeyoga.co.uk] to arrange once you have paid your deposit. Your deposit will be deducted from your total and the remaining is split across your agreed plan (including any add ons such as surfing).
Please note instalments are non-refundable once made, however places can be transferred to friends/family upon request.
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At Casa de Cura, food plays an essential role in retreat life, connecting us to the earth and one another around the dining table. All of the meals here are organic, seasonal and vegetarian.
Levi our in-house private chef will be nourishing us throughout our time together, preparing farm to table communal meals in his signature style [think Ottolenghi!] for us to connect over and reflect on our days.
All meals are vegetarian, however all dietary preferences and requirements will be catered for, just let us know upon booking.
Example Itinerary
8am
Energising breathwork and extended yoga practice
[this will be a more dynamic, vinyasa based practice, catering for all levels]10am
Brunch
Free Time
Spend as you please
[there may be an optional activity during this time]2pm
Afternoon snack
Free Time
Spend as you please
5pm
Evening Yoga/Workshop
[Yin/Restorative, Yoga Nidra, or Sound Journey]7pm
Dinner
*please note itinerary and times subject to changeYour Host
Ellisha will be your facilitator, gently guiding you through every stage of this retreat. With soon to be 300 hours of training across Vinyasa, Rocket, and Yin, she weaves together these diverse disciplines to offer practices that are both energising and deeply restorative.
Her signature style is dynamic and fluid, often incorporating a 360 approach to sequencing that explores movement from every angle. At the same time, she creates space for stillness and integration, ensuring each session feels balanced, intentional and accessible to all levels.
Alongside teaching regular classes, Ellisha has successfully hosted a variety of wellness events across the North East, building supportive spaces that bring people together through intentional and embodied movement, connection and community. She has also had the pleasure of assisting on multiple beautiful retreats abroad and understands how important and special these containers really are. Her ability to hold space, adapt intuitively and add her distinctive touch ensures every experience feels thoughtful, inclusive and memorable.
Your reset awaits…
Any questions at all, my inbox is always open to discuss and guide you through.
Love and gratitude,
Ellisha x