Outdoor seating area with wooden benches and a fire pit on gravel, overlooking a hilly landscape during pink sunset with trees and houses in the distance.

Paraiso Escondido
APRIL 29 - MAY 3, 2026

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 and Glen have spent their life building is truly magical, and I’m so excited to be hosting our Portugal retreat here.

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A small house with a white railing, illuminated by exterior lights, is set against a dark forest at dusk.

About Paraiso Escondido

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 (April 29th - May 3rd).

Woman practicing yoga on a black mat in a dimly lit room with wooden floors, sitting cross-legged and stretching with yoga blocks around her.

A Typical Day On The Retreat

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

* 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.

Sunlight filtering through tall pine trees on a hillside with a house partially visible among vegetation.

Additional Activities

Optional Massages and Treatments
Beach Horse Riding
Beautiful Hikes Surrounding the Venue
Beach Excursion Afternoon
Blissful Sound Bath one evening

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Meet Your Hosts

Two smiling people, a man and a woman, standing in a modern kitchen behind a stove, with pots and cooking utensils in front of them.

Christie Knight & Andy Frantzeskos

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.

Modern bathroom with a white sink on a wooden vanity, a large mirror, a towel rack with towels, a walk-in shower with a rain showerhead, a window with wooden blinds, and a white robe hanging on a wall hook.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, two nightstands with lamps, and a patio door with white curtains.

Suite in Main House - Sold Out

These stunning bedrooms are ideal for couples or friends who don't mind sharing a bed, or solo occupants seeking a luxury experience. The suites are Pool Facing with four-poster bed, en-suite bathroom and patio.

£1,195pp / £1,495 solo

Modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden nightstand, green armchair, sliding glass door with blue curtains, and a small seating area outside. There is a wooden dining table with four green chairs and a laptop inside.

Modern patio with two white wicker chairs and a small round table, overlooking a bedroom through large glass sliding doors, with illuminated interior including a bed and sitting area.

Lake Facing Suite - Sold Out

The Lake suites comprise of a double bed, chaise longue, en-suite bathroom, wood-burning stove and lake-view patio. Both suites are separate to the main house and nextdoor to each other. Ideal for those who want more privacy.

£1,195pp / £1,495 solo

A bedroom with a white four-poster bed, striped pillows, a small side table with stacked stones, a pink armchair, and a balcony with outdoor chairs and a scenic view.

A small elevated house with a white railing and blue roof, surrounded by trees, with lighting on the outside, and a person standing on the balcony.

Wooden Cabin on Stilts - Sold Out

Private stilted cabin with double bed, en-suite bathroom, private patio and wraparound deck. There are only 2 wooden cabins, and the views from your balcony are unmatched.

£1,295pp / £1,595 solo

A bedroom with a four-poster bed featuring a wooden frame and white canopy, black and white pillows, wooden nightstands with lamps, a gray sofa with patterned pillows, wall art of a zebra, and wood flooring with a patterned area rug.

A modern house with beige walls, a red-tiled roof, a front porch with chairs, and a white wooden slatted privacy screen.

Independent Suite - FINAL ROOM

The Marula Suite Suite is a standalone mini-villa with a four-poster bed, sofa, en-suite bathroom, wood-burning stove and wooden patio - the ultimate comfort.

£1,395pp / £1,695 solo

A modern bathroom with a white vessel sink on a white countertop, a green wall, a mirror, a window, and a towel rack with two white towels.

Hotel room with a bed, green headboard, two pillows, two bedside lamps, wall art, air conditioner, and wooden furniture.

Twin Room - Sold Out

These double bedrooms are in the main house, and are best suited to friends who prefer not to share a bed. The room pictured will be setup as 2 singles. There are only 2 of this room option.

£1095pp

*A £500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking for all rooms. The final balance is due 6 weeks before retreat begins (March 18th 2026)

Notes From Our Guests

Mo, Sheffield

I knew that the retreat would be a fantastic treat for my wife and I. What I was not prepared for, however, was just how transformative the retreat would be for my development as a person. I cannot recommend the experience any more highly. I am forever grateful for the level of personal growth that I experienced on that unbelievable weekend.
Christie and Andy have created something precious and irreplaceable. They created an experience that enabled us to truly unwind, let go, and re-discover the inner light within ourselves. I find myself breaking into a great big smile the more I think about it. I can give no higher praise than that.
Anna, London

The retreat with Christie was pure magic. Of course there were excellent yoga sessions, but the real wonder of this retreat was the enormous amount of love and care that had gone into every single aspect of the experience. From the pacing of each yoga session, to the wonderful food, the sauna, walks and healthy cookie by a campfire - it was all such a treat. Both off and on the mat, the weekend was incredibly powerful.
Don't worry at all about what level of yoga practice you may have or not have - this retreat works as a holistic experience and I think it would be difficult to find a programme created with more dedication or love for yoga and people (and food!) as this one.
Evelyne, London

I had the most incredible experience at Christie and Andy’s yoga retreat at Croft Farm. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely welcomed and cared for. Every detail was thoughtfully planned to create an atmosphere of peace, healing, and deep relaxation.
This retreat was a perfect blend of relaxation, healing, and renewal. I left feeling recharged, and truly grateful for the experience. For anyone looking for a retreat that nurtures both body, mind and soul, this is the one.
I’m so grateful to Christie and Andy for hosting such a beautifully crafted retreat, an experience I will cherish always!
Sarah, London

The whole weekend was such a magical break away from reality.
Christie and Andy put so much thought and love into the weekend, which made everything so easy and relaxing for us. It was such a treat to be able to relax, restore with yoga, eat delicious food, sauna and ice baths, beautiful countryside walks, meditation and sound healing.
Christie put us all completely at ease so we were able to be peaceful and present. Two nights felt like so much more.
Sia, London

This was my first yoga retreat and it surpassed anything I could have anticipated. Every aspect of the weekend had clear thought and care, from the stunning venue to the gorgeous food to the timings of the days. It was all executed really professionally whilst still feeling incredibly effortless.
Christie cultivated such a welcoming, warm and safe space from the moment I arrived. Always something to do or get involved with, whilst never any pressure or expectation which alleviated my self-imposed stress to 'do everything', knowing that I could always take a moment to myself if I needed it. I really can't say thank you enough, it was a beautiful experience for which I am truly grateful.
Nicola, London

Had a really lovely weekend with Christie on her retreat. Christie is a brilliant yoga teacher - her classes are challenging but she believes in you and it gives you belief in yourself. She’s got that ineffable quality that the best yoga teachers have - she’s intuitive and deeply caring and you have the feeling that you could make genuine life-changing breakthroughs in her classes.
She curated our weekend with gorgeous attention to detail and it made it very special.
Fidan, London

This retreat was such an incredible experience. Each detail felt carefully and thoughtfully planned, and the venue was a perfect choice.
As always, Christie’s yoga classes were super fun and challenging (in the best way!)
I feel so blessed to have this weekend to look back on as my first yoga retreat!

Frequently Asked Questions

- 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)
- 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.
- Massages (€75 / 60 mins)
- Beach Horse Riding (€tbc)
- Local dinner — Estimated €30 maximum per head
- Portuguese Cooking Class — Optional for €80 per person