Adventure with me to the Italian countryside, where time slows and life is savoured. Just half an hour from Florence, our home will be a real life castle, perched among vineyards, olive groves, and ancient villages,a place where history, romance, and simplicity meet.
Set within thick castle walls and sun-warmed courtyards, this sacred space will hold us for six days and five nights as we soften into the time old Italian values; eating well, praying deeply, and romancing ourselves until we fall in love with life.
Our days will unfold gently with morning yoga and meditation, long shared meals of handmade pasta and local produce, afternoons wandering art galleries and cobblestone streets, and evenings bathed in golden light, wine, and conversation beneath the Tuscan sky.
Through movement, stillness, beauty, and pleasure, we will explore devotion not as discipline, but as a love affair with the present moment.
Join facilitator Eliza Giles as we journey into the heart of Italy. Through yoga, ritual, art, food and the simple joy of living well, we return to ourselves, nourished, inspired, and reminded that life is meant to be savoured and celebrated.
The Retreat Includes:
6 days, 5 nights private or shared accommodation in a award winning medievle castle venue on the outskirts of Florence, Italy.
3 nourishing meals a day from our private chefs.
Daily yoga and meditation practices including morning and afternoon /evening practices with styles including flow, haha, yin, restorative and yoga nidra.
Cultural excursion - a trip into Florence with a pasta making class and time to wonder.
Down time to rest by the pool or wonder the gardens or soak up the magical spaciousness of our venue.
A group of incredible women to make life long friends with
Not Included: Flights, Insurance, transfers to and from the venue.
Accomodation Options
Shared Room (3 Beds) with Private Bathroom
- Upfront $2,999
- Payment plan 3 x payments of $1,149
Impero 2 – Ground Floor Room
Recently renovated, elegant and refined
55 sqm
Bathtub + separate shower
Positioning:
A beautiful mid-range option with excellent comfort.
Investment:
Shared: $4,500 per person
Vinsanto – Ground Floor Suite
Private Room Luxury Organic Resort
- UpFront $3,999
- Payment Plan 3 x payments of $1,499
The Venue
Perched high in the rolling Chianti hills, Castle of Mugnana is a rare and magnificent medieval castle dating back to 900 A.D. From its commanding position just 15 km from Florence, the castle looks out across vineyards, olive groves, and endless Tuscan skies while remaining within easy reach of Tuscany’s most beloved towns and landscapes.
Unlike many restored villas, Mugnana has remained profoundly true to itself. What you experience today is an architectural jewel preserved exactly as it stood in the 13th century. Over generations, great Florentine families including the Bardi di Vernio, followed by the Degli Alessandri and Crespi, carefully stewarded the castle with a shared devotion to authenticity.
Inside, the castle is furnished in an elegant, understated Tuscan style, allowing the stone walls, vaulted ceilings, and centuries of history to speak for themselves. The castles spacious gardens and enclosed grounds offer complete privacy, with countless quiet corners for rest, reflection, and long sunlit afternoons. The panoramic swimming pool overlooks the hills below, a fairytale place to float, exhale, and feel time slow.
Frequently asked questions:
How do I get to the venue?
The easiest way to arrive is by flying into Florence Airport (FLR), which is the closest airport to the retreat location. Taxis are readily available at the airport and train station, or your accommodation can assist with bookings. Train travel into Florence is also very straightforward from Pisa, Bologna, or Rome, with frequent high-speed services.
Once you’re booked, I’ll share exact venue details and recommended transfer options, and I’m always happy to help you choose the smoothest route for your journey
How big is our group?
To ensure a lush curated experience all of my retreat are limited to no more than 14.
What time does the retreat start?
You can arrive at our venue as early as 3.00pm - Opening ceremony is at 5.00pm
Do I have to attend all activities offered/organised for the retreat?
No, this is a space for you to recharge and rejuvenate and we trust you will make the decisions in accordance to what nourishes you most.
Can the venue cater for my eating requirements?
Absolutely, please advise us of any dietary requirements and a nourishing menu will be provided.
Do I need to be an experienced Yogi to attend this retreat?
No! This retreat accommodates all levels of experience. All levels are welcomed and encouraged.
Retreat Terms & Conditions
A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot with the final balance due by July 1 2026
Please note that the retreat does not include travel to and from the venue.
Payments are non refundable so please ensure you book travel insurance when booking the retreat - we know no one books a retreat with the intention of canceling and that soemtimes the unexpected happens so travel insurance is a wonderful way fool proof any unaccounted for evolutions.
For any questions or enquiries contact me at elizagilesyoga@gmail.com