October 2026 Greece Retreat

COME TO KEFALONIA

NOURISHMENT FOR BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT

Balm for the soul
Savasana sea and surf

I am excited to share with you an amazing seaside yoga venue
overlooking the Ionian Sea on the magical island of Kefalonia. Set
against the backdrop of stunning landscapes, Vericoco Retreat provides the
perfect environment for a transformative yoga experience. With a focus
on mindfulness and spiritual well-being, you will be guided through daily
yoga sessions, meditation, and breathwork practices that will help you
tap into your inner peace and calm.

The dedicated outdoor yoga shala is set within an olive grove situated lower
than the surrounding grounds, providing it with perfect privacy and the
feeling of being in a secret garden. With views onto the azure sea and
encircled by trees, your practice truly is immersed in nature.

Simply savouring these surroundings is an experience of meditation. This
Greek retreat is designed to allow you to fully relax with friends or simply
take the time to be by yourself.

There are various accommodation options to suit individual budgets &
preferences. Please see here for more information.

Inside the decor is modern, chic & comfortable in Vericoco colours
that create a sense of harmony with the natural surroundings & landscape.
All rooms have mosquito nets and A/C. All accommodation is within easy
walking distance of the beautiful yoga deck.

Freshly home-cooked food is provided, using mostly organic and local
produce; modern twists on Greek and Mediterranean style traditional
recipes to create fresh and exciting flavours. We can accommodate special
dietary requirements.

Each year we produce our own Vericoco wine using local Kefalonian grape
varieties such as Moschatella and Vostilidi, offering you unusual wines that
are rare to taste. Our olive oil is pressed locally using our own organic olives
producing a very high standard extra virgin oil.

With comfortable lounge areas and quiet hammock space, there’s plenty of
choice for those wanting to chill with a book or have a snooze. We have a selection of books and board games in the main villa living room for guests to
share.

There will be free time to allow you time to explore the stunning villa grounds
with organic vegetable gardens and fruit tree groves. Take the short walk
down to the local beach with crystal clear waters or simply soak up the sun by
the villa’s 2 luxury swimming pools, located discreetly and harmoniously
between two rows of olive trees. The villa offers spectacular views of both
mount Ainos and the Ionian Sea.

VENTURE FURTHER – in between sessions, you will have the
opportunity to explore this captivating island (all for an extra cost)

Island excursions
Sea kayaking
Cookery classes
Wine Tours
Natural Soap-making workshops using local olive oil and herbs
Horse riding
Olive oil production tours
Walking tours
Cycling tours

Here’s what awaits you in Kefalonia….
– A week dedicated to yoga, self-care and healthy living
– Flick the off button from the hustle and bustle of everyday life
– Time to decompress your body and leave all your stresses behind
– Your week’s appointment with body, mind and spirit to spend time
with yourself
– A fun and stimulating week with likeminded people who share your
passion for yoga
– Where everything is organised for you, nothing at all to worry
about except which lounger to spread your towel on
– Where you are part of a small community, and you make some
new friends or meet up with old ones
– With the beach on your doorstep and the yoga classes on a
beautiful roof terrace overlooking the ocean
– Good food and wine, excellent company and plenty of time in a
stunning location

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
– 2 daily yoga practices dynamic and challenging in the morning,
more meditative and relaxing in the evening
– All meals are vegetarian, freshly prepared on site using produce
from the organic vegetable garden & locally sourced produce.
– generous brunch after morning yoga each day
– 6 evening Mediterranean meals
– Each accommodation has access to kitchen facilities, so you are
welcome to buy & prepare food (2 shops in Spartia village) for an
afternoon snack.
– All yoga equipment including mats, blocks, straps, bolsters,
blankets
– Beach towels
– 2 gorgeous sandy beaches, Spartia & Thermanti, accessible by foot only
– There are two fabulous swimming pools within the grounds of each of
the villas, and plenty of space to lounge, sit, read, chat & relax with
company or in solitude.
– Greek Climate Tax
– Kefalonia itself is a beautiful & lush Ionian Sea Island, with crystal clear
shallow waters, secluded beaches, spectacular mountain side coastal
drives & the majestic Mount Aenos.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
– Travel insurance essential
– Flights to and from Kefalonia
– Airport transfers – 15 minute drive from the island airport
– Dinner one evening

IN SUMMARY: a wonderful opportunity to unwind. The yoga, the
delicious food, beautiful accommodation, the quiet location, wonderful
sunshine, and the opportunity to find time to be with yourself will nourish
the soul, relax the body and calm the mind. Turn homewards at the end
of the week invigorated and centred!

PRICES: Please see attached spreadsheet which lays out the price of each
room based on number of occupants and location. Rooms will be
allocated on a 1st come; 1st served basis. Additional pictures and site information can be found at the Vericoco Retreat website.

To book your place, a non-refundable deposit of £400 is payable on
reservation; the balance is due 8 weeks before departure. Email
lesisaacson@aol.com or click here to reserve your place or ask further
questions. When I confirm your reservation, I will supply you with my
bank details.

WHAT THE 2025 YOGIS SAID:
– It’s been a joy to learn from you
– Blessed to receive such quality yoga teaching and practice which
keeps us fit healthy and happy
– Wonderful location wonderful yoga platform and
equipment. Fantastic food and hospitality. Thank you, Lesley, for
another outstanding week of yoga. I feel nourished in every sense.
– Fantastic yoga practice. brilliant company. Led by a super teacher
who was able to adapt as needed.
– The perfect mixtures/combination of asanas pranayama and
philosophy
– Lovely food great location peaceful
– Yoga was great, wouldn’t change anything
– A special retreat with great energy and love
– Yoga practice was holistic; nourishing allowing me to grow and
reconnect to my body that I had forgotten about. Lesley brings out
the best in me.