Can you picture yourself by this pool on the remote island of Ithaca for a week?
Join us for a week’s escape to the land of Homer’s Odyssey and Greek Mythology. Immerse yourself in the elements of Nature to feel rooted in the earth, soaking up the Mediterranean sun, bathing in the crystal-clear sea and cooled by a gentle breeze.
This is a week to let go of the forward momentum and relentless pace of life… to slow into a new rhythm where you can simply be. After all, life is an odyssey, and this retreat is your rest stop for healthy reflection and self-discovery… a place to nourish, replenish, relax and recharge.
“As you set out on your journey to Ithaca, pray that your journey be a long one, filled with adventure, filled with discovery.” – Constantine P. Cavafy
12th – 19th October 2024
Our home for the week is the stunning Itha108, perched on the coastal hills of Ithaca, one of the smallest Ionian islands in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Enjoy an animated panorama of stunning seascapes and secretive coves in an elevated wilderness of olive trees and exposed rock. An emphasis on indoor-outdoor living ensures full use of the land and its treasures that extend to sweeping, hidden beaches below.
Take a look at this link to read more about the stunning venue of Itha108 – ITHA08 GREECE.
The facilities include:
On-site infinity swimming pool
Outside decked Yoga Shala
Together we will embark on an odyssey of the elements, exploring the landscape within while connecting with the mythical lands that hold us.
Through daily yoga, meditation and pranayama practice, we will delve deeper into all aspects of our being to restore physical, spiritual and emotional harmony. Opening curious conversation between all the parts that make us whole, with pathways of presence to support you on your journey.
We have a choice of two yoga shalas to enjoy during our stay; an outdoor yoga platform shaded by the wild trees overlooking the sea. The other is inside the main house, nestled into the rocks and flooded with natural light and mysticism.
There will be an opportunity to move and stretch, also to rest and receive bathed in sound and vibration with a Sound Bath on most evenings. Every element of this retreat will be carefully crafted for your comfort and ease, so you can softly sigh into being.
Lucy has been curious about the effects of yoga on body and mind since she was 18, now 33 years later, she is still as curious! She is both a qualified yoga and meditation teacher as well as a counsellor and coach. She has explored the body through the lens of anatomy and movement, breath and stillness. She is now adding a more intimate knowledge of the workings of the mind to understand and explore body-mind connections, behaviours and motivations.
Lucy has run a yoga studio in Tunbridge Wells since 2011 evolving into Flow Tunbridge Wells, voted Kent’s favourite Yoga Studio. Within Flow, Lucy has run many classes, workshops, retreats and trainings. In 2022 Lucy enrolled on the prestigious and pioneering Integrated Counselling and Coaching course at The University of East London and gained her PGDip in 2023, she is now a registered member of the BACP.
Having extensive and varied CPD training under her belt in many fields of anatomy, pranayama, meditation, philosophy, psychotherapy, and counselling Lucy offers a fully-rounded approach to your health and well-being. Lucy now works exclusively as a 1:1 therapist meeting her clients where they are at and prioritising a bespoke and tailored approach to each individual’s needs through a creative, informed, coherent and rounded bio-psycho-social lens.
Verity first came to the mat some twenty years ago on her own journey to wholeness. Yoga opened pathways of presence with space to integrate her emotions and assimilate day life.
An experienced teacher in the ISHTA Yoga tradition, Verity has been teaching and sharing Yoga since 2017 in various locations in the South of England. Coming through Ayurvedic schools, the principles of nature and the influence of the elements inform and inspire all that she does.
More recently, Verity has begun fusing her Eastern training with traditions from our land – moving cyclically with the turning of the year and the seasons. Her training has taken her deeper into Yoga, Ayurveda, Reiki, Somatic Movement, Sound Healing and mystical wisdom… devoted to the path and helping others on their journey to wholeness.
We will wake early to set our circadian rhythms to the energy of the surrounding sun and sea. Enjoying a long, fluid and expansive yoga practice on the outside deck, facing the sea.
After practice, we will share a deliciously healthy and nourishing brunch before our long afternoon of rest, relaxation or sea swimming.
Late afternoon is another time for movement, returning to one of our choice of two yoga shalas.
Following our afternoon practice we will return to dine together.
There will be evening sound baths or meditation practices to send you easefully to bed on 4 of the 7 evenings we share in Itha108.
Wednesday is a free day for island exploration, or deep healing rest and restoration.
Our food will be freshly prepared, delicious, Mediterranean-influenced, and vegetarian (mainly using local organic products). We will enjoy a small light bite before each morning practice to build our hunger for brunch. A sweet treat of cake and tea before our afternoon practice will build our appetite for supper. Herbal teas with fresh herbs, lemon and ginger will be available throughout the day, as will a tasty home-baked biscuit or two to take with you to the beach or poolside.
On Wednesday, we will not have an afternoon or evening practice, and there will be an option to dine out together in a local fishing village restaurant.
Itha108 is a luxury bespoke yoga retreat venue that accommodates up to 18 guests across various accommodations with many secret shared spots to stop, chat and relax.
The main house has 7 luxury double bedrooms and there are two Mongolian yurts that are staggered up the hillside into the trees.
We also have the joy of a newly built saltwater infinity pool – a place to let your worries float away as you gaze out to the horizon and the sparkling Ionian Sea.
Previously the villa’s Library, this light, specious room is located on the first floor of the house. The Old Library is now a double bedroom suite with an en-suite bathroom, dressing room and a large terrace – with a lovely ocean breeze.
The large terrace with a Greek-style bench and Rajasthani armchairs is perfect for reading early morning and evening while you watch the sunset.
Sharing cost per person: £2100
Single occupancy cost: £2750
A room with Indian flavour and stylish furniture; the ceiling is carved Jungaal wood stained with cool blues and sunny yellows.
This suite can be set as a double or with twin beds for friends sharing. It has an en-suite bathroom with sleek modern fittings and a white shower and bath.
A very light and spacious room with windows and French doors providing an endless breeze, leading onto a balcony with views of the Ionian sea and the hills of Kefalonia.
Sharing cost per person: £2100
Single occupancy cost: £2750
Given its name from the New York loft-style furniture, this suite can be set as a double or with twin beds. It has an en-suite bathroom with sleek modern fittings and white walk-in shower.
Shuttered doors lead onto the verandah, where you’ll find an Indian Charpoy sun bed and stunning views of the Ionian sea and the hills of Kefalonia. Tucked away, round the corner, you’ll find an oversized hammock.
Sharing cost per person: £1900
Single occupancy cost: £2450
The White Room is a white-washed neutral room with a white wood-panelled ceiling. A twin bed en-suite room on the ground floor, with sleek modern fittings and a white walk-in shower.
Shuttered doors lead onto the verandah to an Indian Charpoy sun bed with a large hand-embroidered Rajasthani cushion where you can enjoy views of the Ionian sea and the hills of Kefalonia.
Sharing cost per person: £1900
Single occupancy cost: £2450
Inspired by the sustainable Mango wood used throughout, this room is light with a sunny yellow hue.
Mango can be set as a double or with twin beds. It has an en suite bathroom with sleek modern fittings and a white walk-in shower.
Shuttered doors lead onto the verandah to an Indian Charpoy sun bed with a large hand-embroidered Rajasthani cushion where you can enjoy views of the Ionian sea and the hills of Kefalonia.
Sharing cost per person: £1900
Single occupancy cost: £2450
Named after the boutique hotel in the walled city of Jodhpur, Raas inspired the interior of Itha108 – a fusion of modern and traditional. Raas is on the ground floor and is separated from the other bedrooms by the entrance hall. Boasting an impressive African wooden four-poster double bed draped in white muslin mosquito nets. It has an en-suite bathroom with sleek modern fittings and a white walk-in shower.
Shutter doors lead onto a polished white verandah and cream linen cushioned sun bed with boundless views over the Ionian sea to Kefalonia.
Sharing cost per person: £1900
Single occupancy cost: £2450
A secluded sanctuary set into the cliffs with exposed rocks. The cave house has one double and one single bed, an en-suite bathroom, and boosts a large private outside space for relaxation.
Sharing cost per person: £2100
Single occupancy cost: £2750
The Mongolian yurts are light and airy inside, with twin comfortable single beds with mosquito nets, coco-mat mattresses, stand up fan and en-suite bathrooms. Pathways and steps provide access to the yurt platforms, each with outdoor seating, positioned high among rocks and trees.
Sharing cost per person: £1900
Single occupancy cost: £2450
The Mongolian yurts are light and airy inside, with twin comfortable single beds with mosquito nets, coco-mat mattresses, stand up fan and en-suite bathrooms. Pathways and steps provide access to the yurt platforms, each with outdoor seating, positioned high among rocks and trees.
Sharing cost per person: £1900
Single occupancy cost: £2450
We are able to offer you the opportunity to pay in up to four instalments. Please pay your deposit of £700 to secure your booking and then speak to the Flow team to arrange your further balance payments, up to three instalments can be arranged to split the cost. Please take care when selecting which payment option to choose! You can choose your preferred room, single occupancy, double occupancy or just to pay a deposit.
All payments must be completed in full no later than 1st July 2024.
Should you choose a sharing cost option you will need to share your room, this can be with a friend of your choosing or a new friend of ours!
• Group transit from and to Kefalonia (EFL) airport
(flight details will be emailed following booking)
• Accommodation
• Brunch and Dinner
• Drinks and Snacks
• Beach Towels
• Yoga Equipment
• Daily practice – up to 4 hours daily
(rest/exploration day on Wednesday)
• Evening Sound Baths
• Infused soaps and face balms
• High-speed internet
• Daily cleaning of rooms, yurts
• Mid-week towel and linen change
• Taxes
• Outbound and return flights to Kefalonia (EFL) airport
• Transfer outside of that arranged for the group
• Alcohol or other drinks other than water or tea
(available on request)
• Laundry & ironing
(available on request)
• Wednesday evening’s optional group trip and supper
• Osteopathy, Massage or other therapies
*Please note that these costs do not include the cost of flights but do include transfers, based on everyone travelling together, with a shared coach and then a boat trip to and from the island.
• On-site swimming pool
• Three beaches are less than a 5-minute walk from our hillside venue.
• Various water sporting activities can be arranged,
including paddle boarding, Kayaking and scuba diving.
• You can also arrange to rent a car, scooter or bike to get out and explore the
island.
The outdoor Massage Place is above the yoga shala with views over the blue sea towards the West and spectacular for sunset.
It’s ideal for all treatments as it is private and very quiet. A bathroom is within the space.
Prices for treatments with Itha108 therapists are on average €100-150 cash for 60-90 mins. A variety of different treatments are available and a booking list is available on arrival.
Osteopathy and sports massage treatments will be available to book with Ben Parker from Flow and can be arranged throughout the week.
