Retreat in Andalucia
1st - 6th September 2025
with Marisse & Sophia
Tucked away in the foothills of Andalucia, Southern Spain, this 5-night yoga retreat will offer a break from the busyness and bustle of life.
Surrounded by olive groves, birdsong and sweeping mountain views, join Sophia — my wonderful co-host! — and me as we settle into a slower pace of living. We're retreating to a traditional Spanish farmhouse, or Cortijo, complete with a pool, a few cats roaming around and the resident doggo, Lenny!
This retreat is for beginners and experienced yogis alike, with zero pressure to be "good" at any postures or sequences. You can come along solo, with a partner or with pals, and you're encouraged to be as social, active, quiet or potato-y as you want.
This is a space to help you connect to yourself – and maybe some like-minded people along the way – in a peaceful environment where all you need to ask is: "How do I want to spend my free time?"
Sound good? Join us in September 2025!
Andalucia, Southern Spain
Mon 1st - Sat 6th Sept 2025
What to expect
Freedom! Everything is optional, and we encourage you to spend your time exactly how you would like
Three delicious, locally sourced vegetarian meals per day, with options for vegans and other allergies/dietary requirements
Two yoga classes a day, plus a mid-week workshop
Lots of free time to chill, read, nap, walk, swim, lay by the pool, etc.
Option to book a massage on-site from a local massage therapist
Optional day trip to Granada
Yoga chat outside of classes – feel free to ask us any questions whilst you have us, whether about asana (yoga postures), philosophy, meditation or breathing techniques
A typical day*
Wake up tea/coffee/fruit/snack
08:00 Yoga (energetic/dynamic)
09:30 Breakfast
Free time - chill, pool time, or explore!
14:00 Lunch
Free time - siesta, chill, pool time, or explore!
17:45 evening yoga (slower/chilled/restful)
19:30 dinner, followed by whatever you want to do – chat, play games, or do your own thing :)
*Subject to change! Note there will only be one class on both arrival and departure day
The Cortijo
The beautiful Spanish farmhouse is surrounded by 80 acres of land covered in olive groves and Spanish oak, with no immediate neighbours. It's a comfy but rustic 150-year-old building within a walled enclosure, ensuring peace and quiet. You'll have a courtyard garden, a large living room, a back terrace, dining areas with sunset views over the hills, and a large (20m) pool at your disposal. All bedrooms have an en-suite (some have balconies), with daily housekeeping available. The house is naturally ventilated, with doors and windows that allow some air to circulate, but there are also small fans in each room. Most original design features have been preserved, so the amenities and facilities are simple and traditional.
Every effort is made to make the Cortijo as eco-friendly as possible — water is sourced from the well on site and solar panels heat the water.
Feel free to contact either of us if you have any specific requests or questions.
Scroll down for room costs!
The Yoga
We have a lovely indoor studio, complete with high-quality mats, bolsters, blocks and cushions. It has large windows facing the sunrise, overlooking rolling hills toward the Sierra de Loja mountains. There is also an outdoor yoga platform (with sail shade) facing the hills and olive groves to the south, which we'll use for al fresco practice.
Morning classes will be more energetic (flowing/vinyasa) and the evening classes will be more meditative (think yin/nidra/restorative styles).
All classes will include asana (posture/movement), pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation, with some yoga philosophy chats woven in. But don't worry, you don’t need to know yoga terms to practice! Both (Marisse/Sophia) and I prioritise a low-pressure, welcoming, enjoyable environment in class.
We're also more than happy to take requests on styles/types of classes, as we want you to have the best experience possible! The class lengths are longer than a typical studio class, so we can take our time and cover the deeper aspects of yoga postures, alignment, or philosophy.
Our classes are designed so that everyone in the group will be able to join, whether you're new or experienced. It’s a practice for all to enjoy without the angst of having to look or be a certain way. Do you!
Get to know us!
You may or may not know us as teachers, so here’s a little bit about each of us…
Marisse Gaskell,
I’m passionate about making yoga inclusive, engaging, and tailored to individual bodies, I teach with a lighthearted approach while geeking out on yoga philosophy. I believe a yoga retreat allows everyone to do their thing, on and off the mat, without pressure.
Sophia Tupy,
Sophia is a yoga and creative movement facilitator from California, who likes to explore accessible and enjoyable movement, rest and how our nervous systems change how we move. For her, retreats offer a nourishing space for more connection with community and joy.
While the two of us have different backgrounds and styles of facilitating, we do have a lot in common!
If you nudged our two circles together, our Venn diagram overlap includes:
Advocating accessible yoga practice
Nerdiness about hypermobility and approachable yoga poses
Prioritising community and diversity over hierarchy, in all senses
Deep obsession with potatoes
Not so secretly competitive in card, board and team games
Arguably too much love for Staffies considering neither of us has a dog
Placing high value on silliness and laughs
… retreat with us, we can’t wait to have you!
Book your spot
Prices are listed per person, and spaces are booked through the links below.
A 30% non-refundable deposit will secure your place, and you’ll get a message as soon as we receive the payment to confirm your booking. You can also set up a payment plan once you’ve paid your deposit.
Triple Room
Shared room located in the interior of the main house
£895 per person
Twin Room
Shared room located in the interior of the main house
£995 per person
Courtyard Double
Cosy room with double bed, accessed via the outdoor courtyard
£1190 single occupancy
Cortijo Double
Spacious room located in the interior of the main house
£1290 single occupancy
£980 - per person, sharing a double bed
Vista Suite SOLD OUT
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For the largest room with a spacious bathroom, bathtub, and a private patio overlooking the pool
£1425 single occupancy
£1115 per person, sharing a double bed
If you have any questions about the rooms please don’t hesitate to ask, we’d be happy to discuss to find the most suitable room for you. If the room you want is sold out, fill in the booking form below and we’ll put you on the waitlist.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Malaga, about an hour away by car. If flying into Malaga, I recommend arriving at the airport between 12:30 - 2:00 PM so everyone can share a transfer. I'll organise a transfer from the airport (which will make transport from the airport most cost-efficient). For the return flight, I recommend any flight from 14:00. If you prefer a late flight, you can spend the afternoon in Malaga before heading to the airport.
I’m happy to discuss travel options with you – some people have travelled by train into Malaga and joined the group transfer at the airport.
What’s included
All yoga classes with Marisse and Sophia
Yoga mats and props – a fully equipped studio!
5 nights' accommodation with en-suite
Food (three meals a day plus snacks, tea, coffee during the day)
Bed linen, towels and pool towels
What’s not included
Travel costs: flights to and from Malaga (nearest airport)/trains/transfers (though we will plan to organise a group transfer from/to Malaga airport for cost efficiency)
Travel insurance – strongly advised that you arrange beforehand
Additional activities (e.g. massages) and day trips outside of the retreat (e.g. Granada trip)
Alcohol – you are welcome to enjoy some wine/beer in the evening (there will be wine available for purchase from our chefs or you can buy beforehand/in Granada on the day trip)
Payment plans available
Please let us know if you need to discuss a payment plan, and we’ll do our best to make it happen!
Please find the terms and conditions here, including cancellation terms.
We're looking forward to seeing you in Spain!
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Got any questions? Please fill in this form with any questions you have.
If one of the rooms you wanted is ‘sold out’ please let me know and we can put you on a waiting list!
