Retreats for those ready to slow down and draw strength from the natural world.
Step away from deadlines and distractions. Time to read, write and restore in a landscape that stirs imagination – with spring-fed swimming, wood-fired saunas and creative space shaped by the seasons.
At Oakhill Ponds, retreats are rooted in the elements – water, fire, air and earth. Swim in clear, spring-fed ponds, restore in wood-fired saunas and gather for seasonal food and creative sessions.
Whether reading, writing or simply resting, each retreat is designed to weave stillness with imagination in a setting alive with wildlife and history.
Guests stay in a mix of shepherd’s huts, Lotus Belle tents, the walled garden and, on some retreats, rooms in the main house - the Beeches. All are warm, comfortable and quietly beautiful – you’ll find the exact set-up on each retreat page.
upcoming retreats
Seasonal gatherings shaped by water, fire, air and stone — reset with swims, sauna and movement balanced with time to slow down
Reading as a radical act of focus and attention in a world of constant distractions. These retreats weave long stretches of quiet reading with swims, saunas, and movement — a rhythm of solitude for diving deep, and gentle gatherings for shared presence.
Focused time for writing, with guest authors and the land as companions. Creative sparks from curated texts and interactive sessions balance spacious hours for your own work.