I first visited Paraiso Escondido (Hidden Paradise) in the Algarve (south of Portugal) in 2022, and fell head over heels in love with the energy of this place. What Berny + Glen have spent their life building is truly magical.
Set in the hills of the Alentejo region, the venue compromises of a main house with 5 stunning bedrooms set around a swimming pool, 2 luxurious lake facing suites, and 3 unique cabins on stilts. The venue is so high up that the views are spectacular from every point.
When I first saw the Yin Yang Yoga Studio - surrounded by tall swaying eucalyptus trees, I fell in love with the space! I knew I would host a retreat here one day; and now Andy and I are excited to invite you here for Spring 2026.

Yin Yang Studio

Wooden Cabin

Reception

The Property

Suite Room

Cabin

Pool

The Land

Yin Yang Studio

Yin Yang Studio

Cabins

Cabins

The Main House

The Pool

Yin Yang Studio

The View
A Day on Retreat
A Typical Day
7.30am - Teas, Coffee, Fresh Fruit + Nut Bars
8am - 90 minute Energising Vinyasa Practise
9.30am - Meditation
10am - Brunch
11am - Relax, unwind, chill out in the space
2pm - Light lunch
4pm - Afternoon workshop on one afternoon, beach excursion on another, all optional!
5pm - 90 minute Restorative evening Yoga (Yin, Slow Flow)
7pm - Dinner
Other Facilities
Optional Massages and Treatments
Beach Horse Riding
Beautiful Hikes Surrounding the Venue
Beach Excursion Afternoon
Blissful Sound Bath one evening
All activities on this itinerary are optional.
Should you prefer to skip a Yoga class, or opt out of any of the others mentioned here, this is a trip for you to decide what you need.
Meet Your Hosts
My partner Andy and I met years ago living in Australia working in the world of hospitality. We immediately clicked through our shared love of the same passions: food, deep conversation, and connection. We’ve been on a journey the last 6 years of sharing these passions with the world and retreats brings everything we love together.
For the last few years, Andy has been Head Chef at ROVI - one of Ottolenghi’s flagship restaurants in Fitzrovia. Working with seasonal produce, Andy’s food is all about big flavours.
I might be biased, but his cooking is the best, and I’m honoured to have him co-host with me.
Accommodation + Pricing
*Early bird discount £100 off bookings of 2 - until end of July 2025
*A £500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking
*The final balance is due 6 weeks before retreat begins (March 18th 2026)
Retreat Testimonials
What’s Included
4 Nights luxury accommodation
2 extended daily Yoga practices
1 Evening Sound bath
Delicious, Nourishing Meals (3/day)
Drinks (Tea, Coffee, Juices, Filtered Water)
Yoga Mats + Props
Activities (group hikes / runs)
Optional Extras
Massages (€75 / 60 mins)
Beach Horse Riding (€tbc)
Local dinner
Estimated €30 maximum per head
Portuguese Cooking Class
Optional for €80 per person
Flights
Flights to Faro are currently around £100 return on these dates.
Transfers (UK + Portugal)
Options for transport on the Portugal side: we can assist in arranging group cars to collect you from Faro airport, which is a 1.5 hour drive to the venue. Otherwise, you are welcome to rent a car from the airport which is usually extremely cheap!
Alcohol
There is a bar at Paraiso Escondido, should you want to enjoy extra beverages - which will be at your discretion.