Location: OLEA RETREAT CENTRE, Sabina, Italy
Katy Appleton & assISTED BY emma heald
Come and join me, Katy Appleton, for appleyoga’s fourth retreat in the glorious rolling hills of Sabina—just an hour from the heart of Rome. A week of movement, laughter, and connection in this beautiful corner of Italy.
“Katy, your retreats should be mandatory.
️They have definitely helped me feel shinier & happier this year – so looking forward to another illumination soon!”
About
This peaceful haven lies in the heart of the Sabine hills amidst olive groves and a rolling landscape. It has spectacular views, a magical outdoor setting for yoga and grounds that are lush and abundant, with a natural spring, gardens, pond, fire flies and a swimming pool. The property is peaceful, rustic and ideal for rejuvenation.
Immerse yourself in the Italian countryside, where twice-daily yoga sessions take place on a breathtaking outdoor platform, offering sweeping views across a lush, rolling valley. This serene setting is the perfect backdrop for a week dedicated to deep restoration and utter tranquility.
Guided by the inspiring natural beauty of Sabina, each session invites you into a rejuvenating, dynamic flow that restores your body and energy. Expect a warm, inclusive atmosphere where you can explore, grow, and reconnect with yourself amidst tranquil landscapes, making this a truly memorable and transformative escape.
Retreat includes
7 Transformational Vinyasa flow yoga sessions with Katy - one each morning
5 Evening Lunar yoga practices with Katy - one each evening
All yoga props and mats are provided
7 nights accommodation at the enchanting Olea retreat centre
3 meals a day plus unlimited fruit, tea, coffee and water
Retreat doesn't include
Transfers to and from the airport
Flights or travel insurance
Excursions or day trips
Additional workshops for cooking etc.
Friday evening supper out at local village
Extra treats and activities
Taxis to and from places locally
Sample daily schedule
Mornings
Get ready for energising solar vinyasa flow yoga with me—active, accessible classes for all levels. We’ll explore dynamic prana vinyasa, alignment-focused hatha, a bit of pilates-inspired core work, plus guided meditation, sound and breathwork. Whether you’re new to yoga or have lots of experience, you’re welcome to join in. Just bring your enthusiasm and an open mind!
Free Time
Soak up the Italian sun, sunbathe and swim by the pool, enjoy walks or reading in a hammock! There is also the chance to see some of the wonderful local culture in the nearby villages or go on an excursion to Rome. We can organise Italian cooking and clay modelling workshops, beautiful nature walks and even a winery tour.
Late Afternoon
Our evening lunar yoga sessions offer a chance to slow down and reset. These classes include a mix of pranayama (breathwork), meditation, yin and restorative yoga, simple mantra, yoga nidra, and elements of nada yoga. Each session is designed to help you unwind and recharge, using practical techniques you can take home with you.
Food
Mealtimes will be a time to indulge in delicious, nutritious vegetarian food, so you can enjoy maximum energy and buzzing vitality throughout your stay. Using only the finest and freshest local produce, it’s provided by an excellent chef using produce from the garden.
Food allergies and other specific dietary requirements can be catered for. Please just let us know asap before you arrive.
Accommodation
Your accommodation is in two beautifully restored 17th-century stone farmhouses. Each features charming terraces that open onto panoramas of silvery olive groves, fragrant fruit trees, and unforgettable sunsets. Every room has recently been renovated and is individually designed, blending rustic elegance with modern comfort to create a truly unique and inviting retreat experience.
Rooms are designed in a simple, natural style, combining old and new. Every guest room is unique. Furnishings and fabrics complement the buildings and their natural surroundings.
Triple, twin or single rooms available. Many of the rooms are ensuite, however a few have a bathrooms next door.
Double/twin room sharing
£875pp
SOLD OUT
Triple room sharing
£795pp
2 SPACES LEFT
LUXURY GLAMPING TENTS & CAMPER VAN
Nestled in nature, this accommodation offer a unique blend of comfort and adventure. Choose the privacy of a charming outdoor camper, thoughtfully designed for single occupancy and complete with electricity and a fan for your comfort. Or opt for the beautiful glamping tents, available for single or double occupancy and also equipped with electricity and fans.
For those staying in the external accommodations, toilets are nearby and also two warm outdoor showers.
Single yurt
£795pp
SOLD OUT!
Logistics
Arrival and Departure at Olea
20th June is a day to arrive, there is no yoga scheduled on that date. We are welcome to arrive at Olea after 3pm.
There will be a opening talk before supper around 6pm, yoga will commence on the morning of the 21st June. Details of that will be sent a month before the retreat starts.
On the last day, 27th June, there will be a shorter morning session and breakfast as usual, we will leave Olea by 10am so we suggest to book a flight in the later afternoon that date. However we understand that this may not be possible with your flight times.
Travel
Airports and Transfers
Fiumicino international airport (FCO) (Leonardo da Vinci) is Rome's main airport. Approx 2.5 hrs flight from the UK. Flights leave the all UK’s major airports.
Transfers: we will be providing a minibus service from Rome airport.
Our group minibus transfer will depart Fiumicino Airport between 3-4pm on 20th June. I’m awaiting flights to open for these dates to have a good idea of the exact time the bus will leave.
If you’d like to join this transfer, please book your flights to arrive in time. You’ll pay the bus driver directly, and we’ll confirm the price once we know final numbers. We encourage you to use this option as it will be better priced than a taxi, but if your schedule doesn’t allow, alternative transfers can be arranged.
There will be a return journey transfer (same prices as above) from Sabina at 10am to Rome's Fiumicino airport on 27th June arriving approx 11:30am.
Once you've booked your place on the retreat we'll be in touch nearer the time to get the details of your travels and organise details from there.
Terms & Conditions
Cancellation
60 days or more prior to the retreat date: Your payments will be refunded, less £200 which is your non-refundable deposit.
59-30 days prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable, but are transferable (less the £200 non-refundable deposit) to a future appleyoga retreat.
29 days or less prior to the retreat date: payments are not refundable.