You know the kinds of places you love and what you look for in an accomodation. At first, I hesitated to share these ideas because I wanted your retreat to be 100% your creation. And I didn’t want to influence your choice about what could be right for you.
I decided to share these resources because sometimes you need a spark to get the ideas flowing. These are places that have been referred to me, suggestions from friends, and also places I’ve been myself.
The links below are not affiliate links, I have association with any of them except the cottage in France. More on that below.
If you know of a place that you think should be added to this list, please send it on over.
So check them out and see if there is something that could be perfect for your Solo Business Retreat. Or maybe a certain location will give lead you to a completely different accommodation.
In any case, my lawyer told me to say that where you go is ultimately your choice and your responsibility (thanks, Mom).
Retreat Ideas By Country
Here are some ideas listed by country in alphabetical order.
FRANCE
*Full Disclosure: This Cottage is owned by my partner’s family
Airbnb: Cottage in France
Entire residence. Tastefully decorated holiday home (our ‘forest house”); located in a non-commercial holidaypark with shared swimming pool on the edge overlooking the valley. In 2015 completely renovated while preserving the rural character and well equipped. Ideal for a holiday in the hills in summer or winter.
GREECE
Alonissos
Casa Kalypso | Alonissos, Greece Holidays
Built in a private sea front property surrounded by flowers and trees, Casa Kalypso is a self – catering establishment, located in Steni Vala, Alonissos.
Assos
Aqua Apartments in Assos Kefalonia, Greece
Aqua Apartments is the number one destination to disconnect from the chaos of day to day life, and connect with the true heart of Greece. recognised across the world, this small picture perfect village is the ideal location to recharge your soul.
THE NETHERLANDS
Amsterdam
The Unbound Amsterdam: New Boutique Hotel with Cabins & Suites
The Unbound is a new independent estate; a boutique hotel with spacious cabins and suites, restaurant and spa, set in Amsterdam’s gardens.
Apeldoorn
Hotel Apeldoorn – de Cantharel | Van der Valk Apeldoorn
Hotel de Cantharel combines luxury hotel facilities, fabulous surroundings and charming small-scale expertise in a single, unique hotel farmstead.
Garderen
This is where I went on my Solo Business Retreat at the end of July, 2021. I wanted to go to Ibiza or Mallorca but that didn’t work out for several reasons. My Retreat was amazing and I can’t wait to go again. Listen to the podcast episode about it here.
Hotel De Veluwe Garderen | WestCord Hotels
WestCord Hotel de Veluwe (4 stars) is beautifully situated in the middle of the Veluwe woods in the village of Garderen. The Veluwe offers various walking and cycling tours through the relaxing and unspoilt nature.
Leuvenum
Restaurant / hotel de Zwarte Boer in Leuvenum (Ermelo)
Boutique Hotel-Restaurant “De Zwarte Boer” is located in the in the fairy-like forests of the estate Leuvenum. The history of our ancient baiting place will lead you back to the year 1600.
Noordwijk
Vesper Hotel Noordwijk – Boutique Hotel
Located along the breathtaking shore of Noordwijk, Vesper Hotel is the first Boutique Hotel on the Dutch coast. Join us for a relaxing stay at the beach.
PORTUGAL (Mainland)
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An elegant hotel, built to minimize the environmental impact – is a true haven in the middle of the mountains. A place where you will find the perfect balance between the luxury of a five-star hotel and the resources that nature gives us. Book Now!
Pousadas Portugal – Discover our Hotels!
The best historic hotels in Portugal: located in palaces, castles, convents and monasteries. Book our exclusive offers at Pousadas Portugal official website!
PORTUGAL (Island)
Madeira
Estalagem Ponta do Sol
The best way to define the concept that lies behind the Estalagem da Ponta do Sol in Madeira is the idea of an escape hotel. It is set on the top of a cliff – a more spectacular location is difficult to imagine.
SLOVENIA
Šmarješke Toplice » Terme Krka
At Šmarješke Toplice, the beauty of the Lower Carniola region and its mild climate perfectly complement the healing effects of the thermal spring water. Based on a tradition of professionalism, we have also built excellent wellness Vitarium Spa&Clinique, for which we have received several high-profile awards in addition to the loyalty of our guests.
SPAIN (Mainland)
Hotel Miba | miba tag hotel restaurant skybar salobrena
Hotel Miba boasts an outdoor pool overlooking the sea, a furnished terrace and a sun deck. Located in Salobreña, this stylish hotel has a bar and a restaurant.
Paradors (Paradores) of Spain
Want to stay in palaces, castles and heritage monuments in Spain? The Paradores are heritage monuments now converted to accommodations owned by the Spanish Government to use quality tourism to act as guardian of the national and artistic heritage of Spain and to assist regions with fewer economic resources.
SPAIN (Islands)
Mallorca
Beach Hotels in Cala San Vicente, Majorca | Hoposa Hotels
Its exceptional location on a small cliff combined with its unrivaled modern decor make Hoposa Niu the ultimate beach hotel in Cala San Vicente, Majorca.
Amneties | Hotel Can Verdera
Discover Can Verdera, a small, luxurious hotel in Fornalutx, one of the most picturesque villages on the island of Mallorca. The hotel, built in carefully restored antique houses, snuggles against a quiet mountain slope in the region of Serra de Tramuntana.
Hotel-Apartment Sa-Tanqueta, Fornalutx Mallorca.
Welcome to Hotel Apartment Sa Tanqueta de Fornalutx, the perfect place to enjoy a holiday far away from mass tourism. The hotel is in an exceptional location, with a magnificent view of the Serra de Tramuntana and its stone walled terraces of olive and orange trees – the area’s traditional produce. Adults Only +16 · non-smoking-hotel
Grand Canary
Details for 1478 Suites | Suites 1478
You are on the official web site of Hotel Suites 1478, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas. It is for this reason that we can offer you the best price possible, as well as unique offers.
Hotel VEINTIUNO | Las Palmas | Official Web
Would you like to transport yourself to the 18th century? Do not hesitate to visit Hotel VEINTIUNO, a beautiful colonial house converted into an Adults Only hotel in Las Palmas
Parador de Cruz de Tejeda | Paradores de Turismo
Can you imagine yourself in a natural paradise in the heart of Gran Canaria Island, with a spa and a..
Tenerife
Take a look at Iberostar Heritage Grand Mencey
Enjoy this avant-garde hotel where more than 50 years of history have been respected by conserving the essence of its Canarian architecture. Relax in its gardens, its pool and the 4,500 m² of the SPA Sensations.
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https://www.wayamindfulholidays.com/en/ Stephanie this retreat center in France is run by friends of mine. Both are Dutch and both are themselves yoga, mindfulness and meditation practitioners.
Their retreat center is open for groups or individuals. Though I haven’t yet been,(I’m hoping to do so early next year) the photos are beautiful.
Knowing them as I do, they will make this a harmonious experience for anyone visiting them.
I’m organizing, together with a group, a leadership retreat that will be magical in this location.
Thank you so much for sharing, Mary Jane! Sounds divine, I will definitely check it out. Fantastic that you are organizing a leadership retreat there. Can’t wait to hear more about it.
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https://www.wayamindfulholidays.com/en/ Stephanie this retreat center in France is run by friends of mine. Both are Dutch and both are themselves yoga, mindfulness and meditation practitioners.
Their retreat center is open for groups or individuals. Though I haven’t yet been,(I’m hoping to do so early next year) the photos are beautiful.
Knowing them as I do, they will make this a harmonious experience for anyone visiting them.
I’m organizing, together with a group, a leadership retreat that will be magical in this location.
Thank you so much for sharing, Mary Jane! Sounds divine, I will definitely check it out. Fantastic that you are organizing a leadership retreat there. Can’t wait to hear more about it.