vita — The Art of Being Alive
5 Nights | Puglia, Italy
Movement, light, and presence in Puglia
Between March 29th – April 3rd, 2026, step into a world where life is celebrated as an art form. Nestled into the gentle curves of a sun-kissed hillside, Masseria Specula invites you to reconnect with the rhythm of your own body, the ease of your breath, and the luminous beauty of the present moment.
This lovingly restored historical farmhouse captures the authentic charm of Puglia. Surrounded by 20 hectares of private land, the retreat offers a sanctuary of calm, where each day unfolds with the soft golden light of Southern Italy, and the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea are just 1km away. Here, time slows, nature’s elegance blends seamlessly with human creativity, and each moment becomes a brushstroke in the art of living.
VITA is a celebration of presence. Move, breathe, and awaken your energy with carefully curated practices designed to honor your body, mind, and spirit. Feel the simple elegance of each day — from mindful movement to nourishing meals, to quiet reflection — and allow yourself the freedom to just be.
This is your invitation to return to life in full colour, to inhabit your energy fully, and to honour your ease with confidence and grace.
VITA — The Art of Being Alive.
Where every breath, every step, and every gaze becomes an expression of living beautifully.
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Rooms
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Shala
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Space
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What’s Included
Luxury Accommodation
- Stay in one of 12 rooms, each with an ensuite.
- Outdoor seating areas in the olive grove
- 15 mins walk to the beach
- Transfers to and from Stanstead Airport &, trasnfers to and from Bari airport (one time only)
Daily Yoga, Breathwork & Meditation (full schedule TBC)
- Morning Yoga & Breathwork to energize and awaken your body.
- Evening Restorative & Meditation Sessions to unwind and reset.
3x local Experiences (specifics TBC)
- 2 out of pasta making, wine tasting and olive oil tasting
- Beach walk to natural salt lake, home to wild flamingos
Nourishing Food & Drinks
- All meals crafted with care from the kitchen grandmas from Puglia who cook authentic local recipes that their mothers taught them.
Thoughtfully Equipped Retreat Spaces
- Three yoga spaces, the sea view shala, retreat room, event outdoor space and terrace
- All yoga equipment provided, including mats, blocks, bolsters and blankets
What’s Not Included
- Flights
- 1:1 private treatments (available at an additional cost) e.g. Reiki, sound
- Alcohol outside of wine tasting
- Travel insurance
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We’re confirming our additional activities before we nail the timings, ensuring we have some downtime factored in as well…
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Quad (4-share) – 1 room available
Early Bird: £700
Regular: £750
Triple (3-share) – 2 rooms available
Early Bird: £750
Regular: £800
Double (shared) – 3 rooms available
Early Bird: £850
Regular: £900
Private Double – first come, first served
Early Bird: £1,450
Regular: £1,550
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Spread the cost over three instalments:
Deposit, £295, due at booking.
Second Payment due by Dec 15th, 2026.
Final Payment due by Feb 2nd, 2026.
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Quad (4-share)
Bed 1 (sold)
Bed 2
Bed 3
Bed 4
Triple (3-share) – 1 rooms available
Room 1 (sold)
Room 2
Double (shared) – 2 rooms available
Room 1 (sold)
Room 2 (sold)
Room 3
Private Double – first come, first served
Further details
Cancellation Policy
The deposit is non-refundable. The only exception is if you need to cancel within 1 week of booking your place as a cooling-off period, however, a 5% processing fee will be charged.
Within 3 months of the retreat date, a 100% refund minus the non-refundable deposit of total booking price.
Within 2 months of the retreat date 70% refund - minus the non-refundable deposit of total booking price.
Within 4 weeks of the date no refund.
FAQs
What do I need to bring?
Clothes for the 5 nights. please also bring appropriate footwear for woodland and moor walks. Towels are provided. Yoga mats, blocks and bolsters are provided. If you would like to bring your own snuggly blanket for the evening fire pit or for your yin, yoga nidra, and sound experience, you are more than welcome.
What if I have paid and can’t attend?
Please check out our cancellation and refund policy above.
Do I have to do all of the activities?
Absolutely not, if you would like to carve out some of your own time then please do. All activities on the itinerary are not compulsory.
What if I have never done yoga before?
We welcome you with open arms and we are grateful that your first experience will be with us. Options are given for all practices and all practices are optional.
Will refreshments and food be provided?
All your meals are lovingly made for you by our experienced retreat kitchen staff.
How do I get there?
There is a one a day direct flight to Bari from Stantead, the idea is we all try to get on the same flight unless you are flying in from somewhere else and transfer you to the retreat venue. Transfer from Warwick to Stanstead is also included in the price.
Is there parking?
There are plenty of parking spaces.