…..My body feels rested & energized, my mind pacified & quiet, my yoga practice deepened & balanced. A special tranquility & peace combined with beautiful views & lightheartedness allows reconnection with simplicity, nature & slowness. I leave with a renewed motivation for my practice, greater attention to my body, reaping the benefits of a macrobiotic lifestyle. There is a certain magic here exuding from warm open hearts & a happy acceptance………..a unique & special retreat.

Juliette, Geneve, Suisse.

….the sun illuminated the area & took my breath away. What a special place! Both Sue & Peter gave totally unconditionally, sharing, showing patience & Compassion. Next time I come I will remember the parachute to soften my ‘egoic’ challenge. Bless you both, I feel a connection that I’ll carry throughout my life…………

Tony, Sheffield, England.

Saluting the sun, the sunflowers & the tree-top sky, there is a magic in this place, you travel between movement & stillness, between serenity & happy chaos. Thank you for opening our minds & deepening our yoga practice.

Sandra & Andre, S. Ireland.

Thank you for a strengthening & relaxing week. Day after day I enjoyed the yoga & this beautiful atmosphere more & more……… I got what I was looking for: total relaxation, fitness, calmness & of course excellent yoga lessons And I absolutely loved the food.

Kirsikka, Finland.

.....Anyways to cut a long story short I came for a week & stayed for a month. I was lucky to have the space in my life to do that & I will always be grateful to the Peter & Sue show for their hospitality & warmth & smiles & their great way of sharing their gifts.

Rosie, C.Cork, Ireland.

………An amazing week of inspiring yoga & beautiful food. I will miss the beautiful surroundings of your magical hilltop place…….. I know I will return shortly if not only to revisit my friend Willow!

                                                                                            Gareth, Lancashire, England.

….Thank you for allowing me to be part of your world this week. This is a truly beautiful place. I know the fresh piney air & the healthy lifestyle has done me the world of good. I have enjoyed befriending the animals. Queenie wins the prize for the sweetest dog in the world & Willow gets the award for the loudest ee-aw! I really appreciate your help & patience with the yoga. As a beginner it can be a bit frightening coming to a retreat but you both put me at my ease & encouraged me……I am so impressed with your attitude to life, openness, kindness & sensitivity. You two are a great craic as well………….

Karen, Belfast, N. Ireland.

…..From the moment I arrived I was welcomed warmly. The retreat soon began to feel like home with family & animals around me….Yoga practices were amazing, Sue & Peter are great teachers with patience & understanding. They have different styles of teaching that compliment each other so well.  Each student was put at ease through emphasis on not going beyond our own edge & being comfortable in each Asana. I have learned so many basic principles that have helped my practice to develop. I was able to take the philosophy & understanding of the five elements that we worked on in Sue’s classes, through to Peter’s Ashtanga classes…. The practice room is perfect, peaceful & natural, never before have I felt so focused……The food is delicious, Sue puts so much thought into the dishes she prepares & is always happy to share her knowledge of nutrition & cooking…..The animals were a delight to have around….. sensitive & Friendly, Sue & Peters influence no doubt. The views from the retreat are wonderful…..numerous paths take you to a hammock, swing or deckchair… peaceful places to sit & relax. The rustic buildings are so beautiful. The energy uplifting yet grounding. The star filled night sky encourages you to be still & ‘be here now’………….I’ve met two inspiring teachers who are living a simple natural yogic lifestyle, who are down to earth and have a good sense of humor, a great outlook on life, who don’t preach, who share everything with you & are open & honest…………..

Helen, Lancashire, England.

……warm & caring atmosphere. Thanks for sharing some of my journey in life & Yoga, Thanks for understanding. The Dynamic yoga classes gave new dimensions to my Ashtanga practice & made my practice more peaceful & Relaxing. The people, place, yoga & all the lovely animals make the changes possible.

Matleena, Finland.

I met Sue & Peter soon after they arrived in Portugal & witnessed all their hard work that they have put into creating this lovely peaceful place. It has been great to experience their teaching which I found informative, caring & with a focus to enhancing the techniques needed to help me go deeper into my Yoga practice. It’s lovely to see you begin to realize your dream & to see you sharing your teachings & helping to spread a bit more peace & harmony. Thanks for a lovely fulfilling week. …The food is amazing, the animals are a joy, I’ll be back!

                                                                                                  Mark, Madeira, Portugal.

I arrived tense & am leaving calm, happy & revitalized. What a great place to be you Guys have created here………it is wonderful to see you realizing your vision…. It’s inspiring. Doing Yoga with you felt so good…. I am going to carry with me how I felt in that warrior pose…strong & graceful & calm. I’ll draw on it when times get tough………

                                                                                      Diana, Castelo Branco, Portugal.

…..a great stay that allowed me to reconnect with nature, myself & others who are also walking the road of self development. …….loved the wholesome food……

                                                                                               Ana, Portugal/ England.

Sue you are the Jamie Oliver of Macrobiotic cooking…. I will make sure I keep my Yin/yang balanced. Peter – I am now ready, willing & able to start bringing my practice into my life- just the kick up the arse I needed………

Jacqui, London, England

Thank you so much for your classes, your cooking, your kindness & humor, your warmth & hospitality but, most important for showing us that another way of life, in harmony with nature & ourselves is possible………..It is people like you who are saving this world, by helping us find our own truth in life…..from a sunset in the blue tent……..

Albert, Barcelona, Spain.

I feel so nourished after an amazing week close to nature with energizing yoga & wholesome yummy food. ……..your help in developing my Yoga- it was exactly what I was looking for. The Dynamic workshops have taught me the foundations from which my Ashtanga practice can develop further….. Sue I hope my hanging round the kitchen while you cook will rub off on me- thank you for your tips & wide knowledge on healthy & balanced food. Your property is beautiful & so are the animals & the sunset…Your fun-loving & warm spirits are alive here……

Brooke, Sydney, Australia.

…….Thank you for the fortnight. Thank you for calling me on how hard I can be on myself (& why). Thank you for taking my practice somewhere softer & deeper & better………

Chris, London, England.

….Thank you very much to everybody, to be so kind, patient, listening to me, taking care of me………..

                                                                                              Sandrine, Chamonix, France.

……a true inspiration & brilliant teachers… I have learnt, laughed, cried, rested, seen, heard, felt, grounded, breathed, been nourished in so many ways & made friends. I have also made friends again with my body & calmed my mind……………….Your unique approach to teaching Yoga, uniting the elements, the drishti, the bandhas &   soft core, grounding…… this has given me a new understanding & foundation fro which to continue my practice……. Thank you so much for all you have given & for the beauty you have & continue to create together. I really look forward to seeing & enjoying your growing &  evolving dream …..it is BEAUTIFUL !.................

                                                                                                   Laura, London, England
…..You have created such a peaceful haven……You have been wonderful teachers; I can’t believe how much I have learned during the week from each of your classes. Your approach carries huge wisdom. I have gained a real appreciation & clearer understanding of Yoga. The combination of Yoga- both movement & meditation- plus the delicious food  has left me feeling so rested, reinvigorated & with a greater sense of wellbeing……….I hope to see the developments you are planning over the next few years & know this will become an increasingly wonderful place to visit.

Emma, London, England.

Tusinde tak for en helt over forventning fantastisk uge. Det hav vaeret en gave et vaere hev, med tid og focus til fordypet se og eventyr med yoga. Mine ojne er ibuet en smule mere, og det er med forventning om foramdring at jeg vender naesen hjem til kobenhavn……..Thanks for your hospitality food & loving character.

Yanu, Sweden.

MMM…..We love you both & look what you have created here! Everyone who arrives here at your beautiful home, including ourselves have the stresses of the world on their shoulders. You can see that stress gradually melt away over the week. This is achieved by the healing nature of these beautiful surroundings, by our daily practice & by the incredible nourishment created with love, by the wonderful Sue. You have such a special place here & share that with such generosity to all who stay here……We look to you both with awe & for inspiration to realize our dreams too……..A big thank you goes to all the animals too. We laughed so much at their antics, despite the morning silence, sorry Peter !!!......

                                                                                                   Kay, Sheffield, England.

Om Namah Shivia. Thank you so much for the Yoga, the food, for sharing your lovely home & animals & especially for your open- heartedness…………..

                                                                                                           Heather, England.

Merci pour cette merveilleuse aventure. Un mai netour aux sources! Je m’avais jamais passé d’aussi belles vacances. Vacances entre parenlheue con il y a eu aussi cet enorme travail intenieu. Gare a l’alimentation macrobiotique, la forme com Sue & Peter nous enseigment le Yoga, leur mode de vie, ce profound respect pour notre planete….et cette nolonte qu’ils ont de partager, de nous transmethe leus connaissance sans me jamais rien attendre en retour.Merci encore pour cette belle lecon de vie.

Miss ‘what what’ Sandy, Lisbon, Portugal.

…….tremendously stupendous hospitality, your patience & your learnings. I arrived stressed & not knowing what to expect & within a few days the stress was left far behind & the yoga & your wonderful home so much more than I could have wished for.

                                                                                  Karin, Christchurch, New Zealand.

No expectations, No dislikes, loads of LIKES. Thank you so much for the Yoga, the food, all of it brilliant……. You deserve happiness, you give out enough.

Meg, England.

Thanks for creating this sanctuary. My batteries feel recharged & ready to go back to the big, bad world!!

Sheena, Ireland.

…………A wonderful two weeks. The combination of peace & tranquility with laughter & great conversation has made for a very special time at a perfect point on my journey. After some much needed space, fantastic food & grounding Yoga, I am leaving feeling revitalized & balanced, highly motivated & enthused about the next part of my path…….

                                                                                          Elsbeth, Manchester, England.

……..Head in the clouds, ,feet on the ground………..Fantastic Yoga classes which balanced & complimented each other. Your different styles gave me more insight, understanding & awareness. I felt welcomed into a family home & all your creations make a wonderful space/place……..delicious meals & caring for all your animals as well as the yoga practices… inspirational. Your life here is a wonderful story & I hope to read/hear about you in the future………………..

Koren, Edinburgh, Scotland.

I have had a truly rejuvenating and enriching stay. not only do i feel well rested and energized, more so leaving with the feeling of motivation and am inspired to return home again. what marks this retreat as unique is the wholesome balance which peter and sue achieve in the way they live. they enjoy a beautiful and respectful relationship with the earth and this is reflected in there yoga practice and there diet. there macrobiotic lifestyle means that nothing is wasted and everything is free to move through the cycle of nature. this balance is captured in there approach to yoga and you are taught the dynamics by which to reconnect with the breath with the earth and with your inner awareness. what i found refreshing was the unpretentious way peter and sue where able to recreate the conditions by which i was able to reconnect with nature.

They live in a beautiful part of portugal which is surrounded by hills valleys and forests. the yoga spaces take you right out onto the edges of these dramatic views. the food is delicious and leaves you feeling nourished and grounded. you will truly enjoy the wonders of this rustic rural yoga retreat.

I did!

Zahra, Southampton, UK