About The Retreat
Join us in Pestera, Moieciu for a Grand, Heartwarming, and Memorable Family Transylvanian Christmas – 4 Nights of Pure Joy from our family to yours. But not to get lost in the crowds of overwhelming Christmas events, ours is an intimate experience for up to 30 guests, friends, couples or families.
Indulge in our cozy spaces, enjoy the stunning views, savour creative dishes and pamper your mind, soul and body with daily yoga classes, sauna, jacuzzi, massages and time spent in nature.
You are warmly invited by our founders, Irina & Daniela on our retreat to rejuvenate and unwind. More than anything, we promise you ample opportunities to reconnect with nature, the warmest of welcomes and the best local produce that this region has to offer, creatively reinterpreted to offer a varied, fresh take on healthy, sustainable food.
Explore the heart of Transylvania. With 91000 acres of wilderness on our doorstep, you will discover one of the most beautiful areas of Romania. Visit Bran Castle, explore wildlife in Piatra Craiului National Park & adventure into the Bucegi National Park.
Accommodation
Akasha Retreat offers 11 bedrooms all telling their own tale ranging in size and character.
Our bedrooms are designed for rest, inspired by nature, promoting quality sleep with comfortable beds, pure cotton bedlinen, very fluffy towels and the little touches to make you feel right at home.
Queen Room
Our most spacious room with beautiful bay windows that let in plenty of light and exceptional views of Pestera village and the Piatra Craiului Mountains.
The view room
The true kind of ”room with a view”, there is nothing between you and the exceptional views of Pestera village and the Piatra Craiului Mountains from your balcony.
Sunrise roomÂ
This room has a balcony and east facing view. Your mornings here will be extra bright with stunning views of the sun rising over the Bucegi mountains and the front of the house.
Cosy room
These rooms are airy and bright, with large, East facing bay windows, overlooking the Pestera village and the front of the house.
Standard room
These rooms are mostly on the ground floor, accessible for guests with disabilities & pet friendly. All have easy access to the communal areas, garden & yoga studio.
Cuisine
All Meals & Drinks as per programme (vegetarian and omnivore menu).
23 Dec – Buffet Dinner with wine, selection of deserts
24 Dec – Traditional Transylvanian Buffet Lunch & Dinner with wine and selection of deserts
25 Dec – Festive Brunch, Festive 4 Course Dinner with wine and selection of festive deserts.
26 Dec – Traditional Transylvanian Buffet Lunch & Dinner with wine and selection of deserts
Our curated wine menu includes some of Romania’s best small batch producers and biodynamic wines along with expertly crafted cocktails, zero alcohol botanicals, slow pressed juices, smoothies, probiotic drinks, adaptogenic combinations, coffees and teas to enjoy at any time of the day.
Yoga and Wellness
Our daily yoga classes, taught by guest teachers in English are designed for all levels. During your stay you’ll have access to our traditional and infra red sauna with a view of the mountains, outdoor spring water jacuzzi and massage sessions with our resident therapists.
Retreat price
Full Package 4 nights – All Inclusive Rates with accommodation in our ensuite rooms. From €735 / adult (based on 2 adults sharing). From €392/child (2-12 years old, Children under 2 free), older children of 12-18 yrs – €425). Limited spaces to 30 guests.
Includes
a private en-suite room for 4 nights, 2 adults sharing.
All rooms can accommodate a family of 2 adults and 1 child sharing a bed with their parents, extra single beds available chargeable at €30 / room / day and only applicable to certain rooms.
All Meals & Drinks as per programme (vegetarian and omnivore menu).
23 Dec – Buffet Dinner with wine, selection of deserts
24 Dec – Traditional Transylvanian Buffet Lunch & Dinner with wine and selection of deserts
25 Dec – Festive Brunch, Festive 4 Course Dinner with wine and selection of festive deserts.
26 Dec – Traditional Transylvanian Buffet Lunch & Dinner with wine and selection of deserts
Festive Experiences as per the program:
Yoga Classes for the whole family
Unlimited Outdoor Jacuzzi & Sauna, Massage therapies available on request.
Christmas Photoshoot Session with resident photographer
Mixology Experience with festive alcoholic and non alcoholic cocktails
Christmas Crafts Workshop with classic Gingerbread treats
Bonfire, Hot Cocoa Bar for the children, Mulled Wine for the Adults
Transylvanian Traditional Carol Concert & Folk Music
LIVE Christmas Music Concert
Christmas Movie Night for the children.
Christmas Morning Pyjama Party & Brunch, Santa Claus Visit & gifts, Family Christmas Games
Dancing & Open Bar on Christmas Day
How to get here
Our village is called Pestera which means the cave in Romanian. It is named after a beautiful bat cave that is a five-minute stroll from our centre. The Village is part of the National Park of Piatra Craiului, a majestic chain of mountains and forest valleys that still harbour an abundance of wildlife from bears to mountain goats and more. 7km away is one of the most debated Transylvanian icon, Dracula’s castle in Bran.
Fly to Bucharest International Airport, and then make your way to Brasov by train or taxi. We will arrange for a driver to come and collect you from Brasov.
Booking
To book your place on this Christmas Yoga, Nature and Wellbeing Retreat in Romania, send your enquiry via the form below.
