Family Retreat with Childcare · 8 Nights · Small Group
A Week for Family, Nature & Genuine Togetherness
Arrive. Breathe. Be together.
A consciously simple, lovingly guided retreat for families longing for deceleration, connection, and nature – far from the everyday hustle, appointments, and expectations.
This family retreat is an invitation to step out of the routine for a few days and immerse in a shared rhythm.
While the children are engaged in reliable childcare, discovering and exploring nature, adults have space for:
Rest Exchange Simply being
At the same time, families experience shared activities that connect – without pressure to perform, without fixed expectations.
The accommodation is intentionally kept simple: communal dorms, close to nature, peaceful, supported by a respectful group atmosphere.
The focus is not on comfort but on time, presence, and community.
This retreat is not a vacation “with a program.” It is a shared experience that often lasts long after.
Overview
8 nights in a peaceful natural setting
Full board
Daily childcare
Shared family activities
Free time for adults
Small group (max. 10 families)
Participation Fee
980€
for 1 adult & 1 child
- Additional family members:
- each additional child: + 290€
- Second adult: + 450 €
- Accommodation
- Full board
- Childcare
- Program & guidance
The participation fee includes accommodation, meals, childcare, and the retreat program. Optional additional offers (e.g., sauna, boat trip, sound journey) can be booked separately if interested.
(The retreat takes place with a minimum number of participants. The group size is intentionally limited.)
NOTE: This payment is non-refundable. As we operate with small groups, rescheduling to another week is not feasible. If you are unable to attend for any reason, you are encouraged to find someone to take your place.
A Typical Day at the Family Retreat
08:30
Shared Breakfast
We start the day calmly and nourishingly. Breakfast is a time to arrive, wake up, and engage in first conversations – without any rush.
10:00 – 12:30
Children's Time in Nature with Music
While the children are lovingly cared for, parents have time for themselves.
For the children:
- Free play in nature
- Small discovery journeys
- Music, rhythm & movement
- Creative crafting
- Community & ease
For the parents:
- Time to rest
- Walks
- Reading, writing, doing nothing
- Exchange with other adults
Childcare is reliable, mindful, and age-appropriate.
12:30 – 14:00
Shared Lunch
14:00 – 17:30
Free Time
The afternoon is yours. Possible impulses:
- Nap or retreat
- Family time
- Explore nature and the beach
- Free crafting
- Conversations, hammock, silence
This time is deliberately program-free – as often the most valuable moments arise here.
17:30 – 19:00
Dinner
A shared end of the day with good food. The day may slowly wind down.
19:00 – 20:30
Optional Evening Offers
In the evening, there are voluntary, calm offers, such as:
- Small family rituals
- Music & singing together
- Storytelling, listening, being
- Quiet exchange for adults
Children can participate or go to bed earlier – at their own pace.
What About Excursion Day?
Between the calm retreat days, there are also joint excursion day:
- Small adventures in nature
- Discoveries in the surroundings
- Journeying together as a group
On this day, the schedule is more relaxed and adapts to the location, weather, and group.
Important to Know
The daily plan provides orientation, but it is not a rigid program. The needs of children and parents take priority. Breaks, retreats, and flexibility are expressly welcome.
This retreat thrives on togetherness, not on working through a plan.
-Every day can be different. We will play, rest, laugh, or just be.-
Optional Additional Offers
(voluntary & subject to charge)
Apart from the shared retreat framework, there are some optional offers you can book according to your desire and need. These offers are not part of the retreat price and can be freely chosen.
Boat Trip
A shared trip on the water – light, playful, and connecting.
- Short boat tour
- Experience nature & sea/river
- Suitable for families
- Cost: approx. 65€ per family
Sound Journey
A guided sound journey to relax and reflect.
- Gentle sounds
- Calm & integration
- For adults, children are welcome if they wish
- Cost: 30€ per person
Sauna Evenings
A warm, quiet evening to relax and let go.
- Use of the sauna in a small group
- Calm atmosphere
- Ideal after a day in nature or an excursion
The sauna must be reserved in advance and only takes place if there are enough participants.
- Total cost: 150€
- Minimum number of participants: 5 persons
- Participation fee: 30€ per person
A binding registration is required as the sauna has to be rented and delivered. The query is done in advance, the payment beforehand. Should the sauna evening not take place due to a lack of participants, the money will naturally be refunded.
Participation of External Children (subject to availability)
To a limited extent, external children can participate in individual children’s activities. Spaces are limited, and retreat children always have priority.
- Prices:
- 5 mornings of guided nature & music time:175€
- Single booking: 40€ per morning
Advance registration is required and binding.
- max. 4 external children per day
- fixed drop-off & pick-up times
- emergency contact of parents
- consent form
It is an advantage if the child can understand and speak German.
The additional offers only take place if there is sufficient interest.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
The retreat is designed for families with children aged 5 to 9. The childcare is age-appropriate. We take the children for walks in nature and on the beach, we do exercises for listening, singing, rhythm, and body awareness. Adults are always welcome to join the activities but can also take the time to explore the surroundings on their own or relax, exercise, or quietly read a book on the beach. Children do not need to be particularly musical or sporty, an enthusiasm for nature is an advantage and a general interest in learning something new, but children naturally bring that with them anyway. If you have any questions about our activities, feel free to contact us personally.
Children are cared for daily in fixed time slots, usually in the morning from 10-12:30, either on the hostel grounds or we go for a walk nearby, through the woods or to the sea. There is room for free play, nature experience, and creative offers. In the afternoons, we have offers for joint time with parents and children, such as a free crafting hour or Easter egg gathering. In the evenings, we sometimes offer programs for parents and children together, like a dance evening or an Easter bonfire.
The group size is small. This allows us to respond to the children individually and maintain a calm atmosphere.
There are daily fixed time slots for childcare as well as shared family times. The exact daily rhythm develops together on-site.
Please Bring:
- Comfortable clothing for indoors & outdoors
- Layered clothing (T-shirts, long sleeves, sweaters, windbreaker)
- Warm clothing for mornings/evenings
- Weatherproof jacket / rain jacket
- Sturdy shoes (for nature & walks)
- Light shoes / sandals
- Short trousers & T-Shirts
- Sleepwear
- Underwear & socks
- Slippers
- Toiletry bag & hygiene items
- Towels
- Sunscreen (even in spring!)
- Sun hat / cap – the sun can be quite strong, even in April!
- Water bottle
- Personal medications if necessary
- Favorite stuffed animal
- Small toy / book
- Mud clothing (depending on the weather)
- Backpack for small excursions
- Yoga mat / blanket
- Journal & pen
- Swimwear
- Small headlamp / flashlight
Do you have questions or are unsure if the retreat is right for you?
Feel free to write to us – we respond personally.
Meet the Team
Nelly
Leadership & Organization
Hello,I am Nelly (42 years old). My passion is singing. I am a professional singer and vocal coach and have performed many concerts in my life. However, the most fun for me is singing together with others.
I have been living here in Alentejo for 6 years, and Casa no Campo is my dream place. When I'm not surfing, I enjoy dancing, cooking, or leading a choir where we sing pop songs.
I want to share my home with you and show you how beautiful nature in Portugal can be. We'll go to the beach together, have fun, sing together, and most importantly, enjoy ourselves!
Childcare
I am Anna (35 years old – but feel 25) and I invite you to explore nature with me, be creative, and laugh a lot.
I am a warm-hearted, freedom-loving, open, and positive person with the ability to spread good vibes and earworms, and I look forward to having a wonderful time with you!
I am an educator. I have worked in child and youth services and in kindergartens. As an experiential educator, I also accompany holiday camps in the Alps or on a bicycle. I have already stirred things up in Corfu with guest services, childcare, and a teen program. Now it's Portugal's turn 😉
Dance and Movement Coach
Hello,
I am Maria João, born 61 years ago in Lisbon. Even as a shy girl, I discovered: “I dance, therefore I am!” The joy of dancing has shaped my entire life and made my childhood dream come true.
Dance connects us with ourselves, with other people, with nature, and with our culture. It is a celebration of life and a constant learning process. I studied choreography and new dance, have been living in Germany for 30 years, have two children, and work with people of all ages. Coming back to my roots and dancing with you fills me with great joy.
Guidance / Organization
Hi I am Richard,I am the guardian of Casa no Campo. I love dogs, especially my dear friend Bowie and his puppies. I love to do sports and eat healthy. When I don't spend my time Kitesurfing I like to work on the land planting trees and caring for the nature around me. I am looking forward to welcoming you on my land and to get to know all of you!
Guidance / Concierge / Caretaker / Cuddle Buddy
Hi I am Bowie,I am the actual guardian of Casa no Campo. I love humans, especially my dear friends Richard and Nelly and all the kids on this planet. I love to play fetch and I just love love love cuddles. 😉
The whole team is really looking forward to seeing you! We work mindfully, transparently, and with a lot of heart – and are approachable throughout the entire retreat.
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