Ever dreamed of living in a castle surrounded by vineyards? Here’s your chance. Our May 2026 retreat brings you to one of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. Nestled in Northern Italy's rolling hills, this historic winery grounds you in the local agricultural traditions of Piemonte. Each day invites you to unwind, rediscover your sense of awe, and connect with the rhythms of authentic Italian life.
Mornings begin with a stroll across cobblestone paths to yoga in a glass atrium that perfectly captures the sunrise. Sadie’s signature style of Movement Medicine unpacks deep stress, builds strength, and opens you to the day’s adventures. Whether you’re new to yoga or returning to it, a week of daily movement offers a profound reset for both body and mind.
Afterward, we share coffee and linger over a delicious European breakfast overlooking the valley's vineyards.
At every meal, Alice creates something extraordinary from what’s in season. Her innovative cooking honors Italian tradition while celebrating what’s fresh, simple, and often unexpected. Meals unfold slowly, conversations deepen, and nourishment becomes something you feel as much as taste.
Some days are spent “at home” on the estate—learning Alice’s pasta-making secrets, exploring the history of the property, and touring the castle's wine cellars. Other days we venture to nearby hill towns where we'll visit an artisanal flour mill or explore historic wineries. Hike day is always a highlight, discovering the region’s flora and fauna on foot.
Afternoons offer time to rest, roam, and reflect. Soak up the sun, read beneath a venerable tree, and enjoy a restorative movement class before dinner.
Evenings bring Danilo’s legendary wine tastings, where we learn to appreciate the soil, the craft of winemaking, and the depth of this magical region. Dinner is a slow food feast meant to be savored; the perfect close to a day well lived.
This is more than a trip to Italy. It’s a week of connection: to yourself, to new friends, and to the generous beauty of this place.
The Perfect Blend Plenty of yoga, cooking, wine, and exploration, all balanced with time to simply take in the beauty of the region.
Slow Travel, True Rest You’ll settle into one spectacular location for the week. This isn’t about rushing around or checking off tourist sites, but about slowing down and savoring the rhythm of real Italian life.
Off the Beaten Path Far from the crowds, this retreat takes you to a hidden corner of Piedmont that most travelers never find—a place where authenticity, peace, and beauty still thrive.
Everything is optional Join every yoga class, hike, and excursion, or spend the afternoon with a book and a glass of wine. This week is about restoration, not about performance.
Every detail is handled With the planning and prep already done, your only job is to show up and soak it all in.
The Best Ingredient: You The people who come (often year after year!) are food lovers, travelers, and curious souls who relish connection and crave authenticity. They enjoy stretching their horizons (and their hamstrings), savoring good meals, and sharing this experience with other kindred spirits.
Be prepared to be wowed. A five-course feast at Erba Brusca, Alice and Danilo’s farm-to-table restaurant in Milan, where we’ll gather, toast, and begin our week together.
Visit Erba Brusca's garden that Danilo built from empty land, a living example of urban sustainability that supplies the restaurant with fresh, seasonal ingredients grown within Milan’s city limits.
Transportation from Milan to the retreat center and back to Milan at the end of the week
Six nights tucked into a castle surrounded by vineyards, gardens, and hazelnut trees. You’ll unpack once and settle into to the pace of the season.
A week of soulful, seasonal cooking that honors Italian traditions and embraces bold innovation. You’ll eat so well it might change how you think about food.
A week to reset and unwind. Daily practice melts stress, builds strength, and opens you to adventure—ready for whatever the day (or the next plate of pasta) brings.
Guided wine tastings and pairings with Danilo, our personal sommelier. He’ll help you taste the story of the soil and understand why this region is so beloved by winemakers.
Roll up your sleeves for hands-on cooking sessions where you’ll make pasta like a nonna, bake hazelnut pastries, and learn the secrets of a perfect risotto.
A guided hike through the hills and vineyards to explore the region’s agricultural, viticultural, and ecological traditions. Best experienced on foot.
A private tasting and cellar tour where you’ll learn about the region’s ancient winemaking traditions and taste why Italians call Barolo the king, and Barbaresco the queen, of wines.
Light and delicious lunches prepared with seasonal ingredients, served family-style on the terrace.
A day to wander through a nearby lake town, shop, or share a simple pizza lunch. Slow travel at its best.
Stay connected if you need and blow up the Insta with gorgeous retreat pics. But you are also welcome to completely unplug.
You make your way to and from Milan and we’ll take it from there.
Highly recommended for peace of mind while you’re off savoring la dolce vita.
Literally walk from the farm to the table...with a glass of Prosecco in-hand.
One retreat guest from last year said, "This is the best meal I've ever had!"
Drive out to our country retreat home with a mandatory stop at one the the infamous Italian truck stops.
Unwind the grind, get stronger, and build up an appetite for more adventures. . Classes are tailored to individual needs and ability levels.
Get outside and get sweaty. A local guide teach us about the flora, fauna, and regional history.
Learn to make the local pasta, Alice's no-fail risotto, and the local pastries.
Stroll through the vineyards and taste the finer notes of Barbera d'alba
Learn the basics of tarot and get a one card reading.
