Private retreats for groups, celebrations and shared moments

From wellness weekends and fitness escapes to private villas, country houses and group celebrations, Cherished Retreats helps you find the right setting.

Together, somewhere extraordinary

The best group escapes bring people together in settings that inspire conversation, laughter and genuine connection. We help you find venues and experiences that create shared memories worth cherishing.

Why this retreat type

Why choose a group retreat

The whole venue, built around your group.

Exclusive use, not a shared timetable

Group retreats give you the whole venue — no fitting around other guests' schedules or shared facilities.

Venues built for groups

Country houses, villas and estates with the bedroom count, communal spaces and grounds to comfortably host your group, not a hotel block booking.

Programming shaped around your group

Whether it is a team offsite, a milestone celebration or a small mastermind, the itinerary can be built around your group's actual purpose.

What to expect

What to expect from a group retreat

A dedicated point of contact

Group bookings typically come with more hands-on planning support to coordinate logistics for everyone travelling.

Catering built for shared meals

Private chefs or catered dining are common for group retreats, designed around communal mealtimes rather than an à la carte menu.

A flexible structure

Expect a balance of planned group activities and free time — the best group retreats do not schedule every hour.

Where to go together

Best group retreat destinations

Tuscany
Italy

Tuscany

Exclusive-use villas, poolside yoga and Italian countryside magic for groups.

Tuscany is one of Europe's finest group retreat destinations. Private hilltop villas with stone courtyards, olive groves and infinity pools create a spectacular setting — and the food, wine and local culture add layers of joy.

Villa HireYoga & WellnessWine & Food
Ibiza
Spain

Ibiza

Exclusive fincas, shared wellness programmes and Ibiza's transformative energy.

Ibiza's extraordinary wellness infrastructure — coupled with its abundance of exclusive-use fincas — makes it ideal for group retreats. Shared sunrise yoga, cacao ceremonies and finca dinners under the stars.

Exclusive FincasGroup YogaSound Healing
Cotswolds
England

Cotswolds

English country house hire for groups who prefer beauty close to home.

The Cotswolds is the UK's most loved group retreat destination. Private country houses with spa facilities, croquet lawns, cosy drawing rooms and local pub evenings create the perfect setting.

Country House HireSpa DaysWalking & Cycling
Portugal
Portugal

Portugal

Quinta estates, surf retreats and Atlantic coast group escapes.

Portugal's quintas — traditional manor estates — are ideally suited to group retreats. Generous grounds, private pools, in-house chefs and proximity to surf beaches make them exceptionally versatile group venues.

Quinta EstatesSurf & YogaGroup Activities
Scotland
Scotland

Scotland

Highland lodges, whisky trails and dramatic group escapes in the Highlands.

Scotland's Highland lodges and private shooting estates offer truly extraordinary group escapes — pheasant drives, loch fishing, Highland games, whisky tasting and evenings by a roaring fire.

Highland LodgesCountry SportsWild Experiences
Marrakech
Morocco

Marrakech

Riad hire, hammam experiences and Moroccan magic for memorable groups.

A private riad in Marrakech offers a group retreat unlike anything in Europe. Courtyard breakfasts, shared hammam days, group cookery classes and evenings on candlelit rooftop terraces.

Riad HireHammam DaysCooking Classes

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Group retreats available now

Real retreats from our published collection, with transparent pricing — no placeholders.

The Founder's Silence — Four Days Off
silent

£2,400

per person

The Founder's Silence — Four Days Off

Llanthony Retreat House, Brecon Beacons, Wales
Next: 14 Oct 2026

4 nights • ££££

Cotswolds Women's Mastermind — The Recalibration
women

£4,200

per person

Cotswolds Women's Mastermind — The Recalibration

Daylesford Country House (representative venue — actual venue varies per session), Cotswolds
Next: 17 Nov 2026

££££

The Strategic Retreat — CEO Recalibration
corporate offsite

£6,500

per person

The Strategic Retreat — CEO Recalibration

New Forest private estate (representative venue), New Forest
Next: 10 Feb 2027

££££

Women's Embodied Leadership Retreat
women

£3,800

per person

Women's Embodied Leadership Retreat

Hartland Abbey Private Estate, Devon
Next: 17 Feb 2027

4 nights • ££££

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Types of retreats

Friends' Retreats

Shared escapes for close friends — spa weekends, yoga breaks, adventure trips and reconnection.

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Family Retreats

Multi-generational getaways in beautiful settings with activities and spaces for everyone.

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Private Wellness Weekends

Exclusive-use venues with tailored wellness programmes for your group.

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Team Retreats

Premium away days and team-building escapes in inspiring locations with purpose and care.

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Celebration Retreats

Milestone birthdays, reunions and special occasions celebrated in extraordinary settings.

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Exclusive-Use Venues

Country houses, villas and estates available for private hire with bespoke programming.

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Questions

What to consider

How many people can a group retreat accommodate?

This depends on the venue. We work with properties ranging from intimate villas for 6 to country estates for 40+. Tell us your group size and we will find the right fit.

Can you help plan group activities?

Many venues offer curated activity programmes. We can help match your group with retreats that offer the right blend of shared experiences and personal time.

Is there a minimum group size?

This varies by venue, but most group retreats work well from 6 people upwards. Smaller groups may enjoy our private villa options.

What's typically included in a private group retreat package?

Exclusive-use accommodation, a private chef or catered meals, a guided wellness or activity programme and transport logistics are the usual components. We build the package around your group's specific needs.

Ready to plan your group escape?

Tell us your group size, occasion and destination wishlist and we will help find the right exclusive-use venue.

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