Wellbeing Escapes Self Care Retreat

Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Overview

Many of us women have got used to normalising the stress in our lives. But stress impacts our nervous system. Our thoughts and emotions affect our physical wellbeing. We need time and guidance to reset.

Spend a weekend with like-minded women and women who share their heartfelt expertise in wellness practices that support a more balanced life of health and happiness.

Our Self Care Retreat is led by Stella Photi, the Founder of Wellbeing Escapes and host of our Wellbeing At Home series. She will be sharing scientifically-proven practices to connect with the wisdom of our heart. She’s also invited some of her favourite practitioners - in Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, sound healing, journalling, crystal healing, seasonal eating, yoga and massage - to support you, over a long weekend, at Tofte Manor, an exquisite estate in the English countryside, dedicated to personal transformation.

You will unwind, reconnect and, above all, feel nourished. You will leave inspired in new ways to bring small acts of self care into your daily life - to help release the stress that none of us can escape. This is window of time-out to appreciate you.

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Best Holidays for 2025 in The Sunday Times

Top 10 UK Retreat in The Guardian

READ IN DEPTH REVIEW OF THE 2024 RETREAT BY JOURNALIST STEPHANIE PAK

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Retreat dates

3 - 5 October 2025

What We Love

The 5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens with many secret places, ancient trees and the crystal ball water feature
The pre sleep sound baths that will calm your nervous system and have you ready for sleep
The time to relax and self reflect with the journalling workshop

Who Should Go

Those who don’t have time for a full week long retreat experience but are yearning for some time out where they will be looked after
Those who want to learn about and experience how to boost their wellbeing through practices for their body and mind
Those who want to be in a social group setting and spend time with like minded women

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Wellness

This retreat has been put together on over 20 years of experience and knowledge of the wellbeing travel market. It is a retreat that will allow you respite from all the demands and stresses of your day to day life in the most beautiful luxury environment.

We have carefully designed the retreat to give you the different elements that will maximise your self care. From mindful movement, including restorative yoga and Qi Gong, workshops on how to minimise the effects of stress in your daily life, and seasonal eating, and evening soundbaths to allow you to drift off to sleep without a care in the world to name a few. The retreat is packed with wonderful inclusions but there is no pressure to be present at them all. If you feel like taking it easy, reading a book, enjoying the grounds or even having a wonderful luxurious nap, then we will encourage you to do exactly that. We will provide a nurturing environment so you can leave feeling refreshed and relaxed and equipped with an ongoing self care routine beyond the retreat.

Tofte Manor is a 17th Century Manor House that has been lovingly restored to provide a sanctuary that is perfect to enhance your wellbeing. Suzy Castleman the owner, has created a place of peace, love and harmony that is felt in every detail throughout the grounds and the house.

You will also have the opportunity to book a massage or crystal healing treatment as an addition to the inclusions.

Rooms

Tofte Manor has 14 bedrooms across The Manor House and Stables Courtyard. The rooms are elegantly decorated and feature either an en-suite bathroom or a shared one. Each room is different in its layout and design and below images are just an example. Rooms for sharing, (with twin beds), and single occupancy rooms are available at different prices. See below for details by individual room type.

Manor House - Shared Bathroom

The Manor House has nine luxurious bedrooms with shared bathrooms, created with imagination and every attention to detail for your comfort. All the rooms have been exquisitely restored, featuring the original interesting architecture, beautiful antiques and paintings and a feeling of harmony. The bathrooms are also exquisite. Despite being shared, there are enough to ensure it won't be an issue.These rooms are recommended for single use (with one double bed) or for 2 friends sharing as there are twin beds.Please note that each room is differently designed and furnished. Picture only serves as an example. Price for single use: £975Price per person when sharing: £800

Stable Yard - Shared Bathroom

The Stables Courtyard is only 20 meters from the manor house, has been carefully restored and converted into beautifully designed contemporary cottages surrounding a central courtyard.These rooms are recommended for shared use as they have 2 twin beds (double also possible).The rooms have a shared bathroom with shower (Two rooms share one bathroom)Please note that each room is differently designed and furnished. Picture only serves as an example.Price for single use: £795Price per person when sharing: £695

Stable Yard - En-suite Bathroom

The Stables Courtyard is only 20 meters from the manor house, has been carefully restored and converted into beautifully designed contemporary cottages surrounding a central courtyard. There are a limited number of rooms that have an en-suite bathrooms.These rooms have en-suite bathrooms. This room can be booked on single use or for 2 people to share. Please note that each room is differently designed and furnished. Picture only serves as an example.Price for single use: £1,100Price per person when sharing: £995

Manor House Deluxe - Shared Bathroom

The Manor House has nine luxurious bedrooms with shared bathrooms, created with imagination and every attention to detail for your comfort. All the rooms have been exquisitely restored, featuring the original interesting architecture, beautiful antiques and paintings and a feeling of harmony. The bathrooms are also exquisite. Despite being shared, there are enough to ensure it won't be an issue.The Iris room is the largest in the manor house and has beautiful views across the gardens. This room is recommended for single use only as it has one double bed unless you don't mind sharing a bed with a friend or mother/daughter.Price for single use: £1,100

What’s on the menu?

The food will be lovingly prepared by two experienced chefs and include vegetarian dishes that are highly nutritious and use fresh seasonal ingredients. Retreat will include 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) as well as herbal teas, fresh fruit and snacks throughout the day.

Retreat will start with dinner on first day and will finish with lunch.

There will not be any alcohol available at the retreat.

LOCATION

The retreat will take place at the wonderful Tofte Manor in Bedfordshire. It's a beautifully restored manor house from the17th century located a 20 minute drive from Bedford.

The manor is spread over 50 acres of ground with gardens, hidden swings, work and meditation spaces and a water feature. There is also an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, fire pit, 2 labyrinths and a yurt. Within the Manor House you're welcome to use the Drawing Room, the Library and the cosy Snug Room.

Families, Children & Infants

This retreat is adults only.

Why Wellbeing Escapes?

Wellness Experts

With over 20 years of first-hand experience, our team lives and breathes wellbeing. We personally visit and assess every retreat, offering genuine, expert guidance you can trust

Personalised Wellbeing Holidays

Your journey is unique — and so is every holiday we design. We listen carefully to understand what you need most, then match you with the right experience to nurture your wellbeing on every level

Value-Added Benefits & Discounts

Because your wellbeing is an investment, not an indulgence, we make it go further. Our trusted partnerships mean you’ll enjoy exclusive extras, savings, and thoughtful touches that enhance your stay

Award-Winning Service

We’ve built our reputation on care, empathy, and expertise. From your first call to your return home, our team is here to support and empower you throughout your wellbeing journey

Secure & Fully-Bonded

Your peace of mind is part of your wellbeing. As a fully bonded ATOL and ABTOT travel company, every booking is protected, so you can relax knowing you’re in safe hands

Our Brand Values

Everything we do begins and ends with you. Integrity, authenticity, and compassion guide us to create meaningful, high-quality wellbeing experiences that truly put your health and happiness first

Wellbeing Escapes Self Care Retreat

Sharnbrook, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Overview

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What We Love

Who Should Go

Have a Question?

Wellness

Rooms

What’s on the menu?

LOCATION

Families, Children & Infants

Why Wellbeing Escapes?

Wellness Experts

Personalised Wellbeing Holidays

Value-Added Benefits & Discounts

Award-Winning Service

Secure & Fully-Bonded

Our Brand Values

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