The Invitation

You are invited to dedicate sacred time to your practice, your creativity, and your spirit just after the threshold of the Autumn Equinox. This retreat offers a sanctuary to slow down, reawaken your sense of reverence, and align with the grounding energy of the sea and land.

Together, in the warmth of soulful, like-minded company, enjoy a space where genuine connections flourish naturally; during practice, over long dinners, and in moments of quiet rest. Return to your daily life feeling deeply restored and connected to what matters most.

This retreat comes from an embodied understanding that to thrive in our daily lives, we must intentionally create space to rest, restore, and reconnect to what gives life meaning. I’ve poured my heart into crafting an experience that brings together everything I love about a truly transformative retreat: stunning natural landscapes, sublime design-led accommodation, cultural immersion, nourishing food, and deep, restorative practices.

The Practice: Grounded, Multi-Layered & Unhurried

This is a practice-rich retreat drawing upon my decades of study across yoga, breathing, and ancient wisdom traditions.

Here, practice is not about performance, posture perfection, or flexibility. It is a welcoming, deeply human space designed to meet you exactly where you are, offering you full permission to listen to your body and drop into your own rhythm with expert, curated guidance. All backgrounds and all ages are welcome and this retreat is open to both women and men.

Each day is structured to seamlessly blend movement, breath, and deep rest:

• Morning Focus & Vitality: We begin each day with breathing, meditation, and dynamic, energizing movement in Villa Flaka’s light-filled yoga studio, with doors wide open to the Mediterranean breeze.

• Afternoon Restoration: Late afternoons focus on Yin yoga, deep Yoga Nidra, mudras, chanting, and coherent breathing to soothe your nervous system and help you integrate.

• Noble Silence (Optional Morning Rhythm): On selected mornings, we will observe shared silence until after our morning session - allowing you to move through your morning without the noise of usual social constructs, opening space for deeper restoration and embodied connection.

• Personalized Guidance: With an intimate group (maximum 14 guests), you will receive dedicated attention and thoughtful adaptations throughout every practice.

The Sanctuary: Villa Flaka

Nestled among ancient olive trees and just a gentle 10-15 minute stroll to Péro Beach, Villa Flaka is a lovely boutique wellness hotel created for deep rest.

Designed around wabi-sabi principles and Mediterranean simplicity, the villa balances comfort with natural tranquility. In keeping with the hotel's philosophy of rest and digital disconnection, rooms are free of televisions and minibars. Instead, each room is equipped with a high-quality Bluetooth audio station and the premium Suite Privilège rooms feature personal vinyl turntables with a curated record collection.

Having personally visited the villa in September, I fell in love with its quiet magic: swims in the warm sea, relaxing by the pool in the gardens, and the gentle rhythm of coastal life.

On-Site Amenities & Hospitality

• Exclusive Group: 100% private access to the entire villa, grounds, and spa facilities for our group.

• Full Wellness Access: Heated outdoor swimming pool surrounded by centuries-old olive trees, sauna, cold-plunge ice bath, and outdoor fitness area.

• Fully Equipped Yoga Studio: Light-filled studio fully stocked with high-quality mats and props, so no need to pack your own.

• Secluded Gardens: Quiet terraces and hidden garden nooks for reading and contemplation.

• Genuine On-Site Hosts: Owned and run on-site by Theo and Emeline (and their young daughter), whose personal care creates the feeling of a private home rather than an impersonal hotel.

• Full Hospitality Support: A dedicated daily housekeeping and service team look after every detail so you can completely step back from daily responsibilities.

Soulful Nourishment & Dining

Private chef Coralie joins us from Marseille to prepare our retreat menu. A yogi herself who has previously cooked at Villa Flaka, Coralie brings a vibrant, soulful approach to plant-forward Mediterranean cuisine.

• Daily Culinary Rhythm: Generous post-practice brunches, evening feasts, and light snacks with hot and cold drinks available throughout the day.

• Included Dinners (5 Total): Four dinner feasts crafted by Chef Coralie at the villa, plus 1 group celebration dinner at a local beachfront taverna.

• Free Evening: On our open afternoon, dinner is unhosted, giving you complete freedom to explore the charm and local dining scene of Cargèse or further afield.

• Dietary Support: Vegetarian and vegan diets are fully supported, with fresh local fish options available. Please share dietary preferences upon booking.

  
  

Rest, Exploration & Special Experiences

The middle of each day and our dedicated free afternoon are left unhurried so you can rest or explore at your own pace:

• UNESCO Boat Excursion (Included): A private boat trip exploring the breathtaking coastal rock formations of the UNESCO-listed Calanques de Piana.

• Poolside Soundbath (Included): An immersive sound healing session with gongs and singing bowls by the water led by a guest practitioner.

• Beach & Coastal Walks: Péro Beach is just a short walk away and is deal for quiet sea dips and relaxed drinks at traditional Corsican beach tavernas (paillotes).

• In-Villa Spa Treatments: Book a range of relaxing massages directly at the villa (available at an extra cost).

• Electric Scooter Rentals: Rent e-scooters to explore nearby coastal coves.

• Ancient Megalithic Outing: Take a scenic drive on our free afternoon to Filitosa (approx. 1h45m south), an extraordinary 8,000-year-old prehistoric site with ancient statue-menhirs and ancient olive trees.

• Optional Extra Nights: Arrive early to settle in or linger longer after we wrap up—additional nights before or after the retreat (Sept 27 – Oct 3) are available to book directly with the venue (subject to villa availability).

  
  

  "Mandy creates a welcoming, deeply human space where people of all backgrounds come together to reconnect with movement, breath, and a version of yoga that meets you exactly where you are. What she offers is simple, grounding, and quietly powerful."

Read more guest reviews from past retreats on my website

Spaces are strictly limited to 14 guests to maintain an intimate group dynamic and offer personalised attention.

Note for Complete Beginners: To ensure you feel comfortable and fully supported in our group classes, please arrange a series of private 1-1 online sessions with Mandy prior to the retreat.

 Arrival, Travel & Logistics

• Check-In: Monday, September 27th, 2027 from 3 PM onwards (First group welcome session at 5:30 PM).

• Check-Out: Sunday, October 3rd, 2027 by 12 PM after morning brunch.

Getting to Villa Flaka

• By Plane: Villa Flaka is located 1 hour from Ajaccio Airport (AJA). Air France, EasyJet, and Air Corsica operate regular flights to Ajaccio from mainland France, with European connections routing through Paris/Nice. (Note: Airline schedules for Sept/Oct 2027 are released around Nov/Dec 2026).

• By Boat: Corsica Ferries and Corsica Linea offer ferry crossings from mainland France and Italy directly into Ajaccio port.

• By Car: A scenic 1-hour drive from Ajaccio along the D81 coastal road brings you directly to the villa.

• Group Airport Transfers (Included): Return transfers between Ajaccio Airport (AJA) and Villa Flaka are included within scheduled arrival and departure windows. Details will be shared upon booking.

• Deposit: A €650 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space.

• Balance Due: Full balance payments are due by August 31st, 2027. Bookings made on or after August 1st require full payment upfront.

• Automated Payment Schedule Once booked, an automated monthly payment plan is applied to your balance leading up to our retreat start date.

  I can easily adapt your plan if you'd like fewer installments. You can also log into your WeTravel account at any time to pay off larger amounts or settle your balance early.

• Refund Policy: Balance payments (excluding deposit) are refundable up to 12 weeks before the retreat start date. Within 12 weeks of the retreat, balance refunds can only be issued if your space is successfully filled by another guest (minus the deposit).

• Travel Insurance: Mandy and WeTravel do not supply travel insurance. Comprehensive travel insurance (including cancellation cover) is strictly required for all attendees.