Whether you need to still a busy mind, soak up some much-needed rest or pamper yourself with time at a spa – Stanford has a little something for everyone looking to incorporate health, wellness and beauty into their Stanford breakaway.

Let Nature be your Teacher

Retreat into the natural beauty of Bodhi Khaya. This haven offers two and three-night stays for those looking for peace and tranquillity in their eco-sanctuary, perfect for a solo retreat, or with a friend or partner. Stays include an optional daily schedule of meditation, yoga, chi kung and 3 delicious meals per day to nourish your body and restore your spirit.

Spend your time hiking their trails, swimming in the dams, reading on the porch, taking long naps, indulging in a massage or joining in the activities on offer.

Find out more about their 2 or 3-day packages, or book for one of their upcoming facilitated retreats here.

Located on the side of a mountain with rolling views over the Stanford Valley you’ll find Goodwill Mountain Farm. Think an abundance of space, a myriad of life and the silence to quieten even the busiest of minds. Go for nature walks, birdwatching and even whale watching at Gansbaai or Hermanus – or simply kick back with some locally grown wine and enjoy the plethora of stars. The farm offers two cottages and the larger Villa as part of their accommodation portfolio. Get in touch: info@goodwillmountain.com

Movement, Body & Energy Work / Sessions

Have a “holiday in an hour” with Stanford Health Practice’s unique approach to body and energy work. 

 “Pausing the habitual for a bit allows for listening to the incredible intelligence of our bodies and helps to understand our patterns of response and reaction. It helps to connect the dots, helps with explaining the physical or emotional effects we experience. And to release. We can be at our best when relaxed and allowing ourselves to be.” says Beatrice Pook who offers a combination of Holistic Massage, Reiki, Acupressure, Counsel and more. Sessions can be held at Beatrice’s Stanford practice room, or at River’s End farm. 

 belapook@gmail.com 082 481 8285

Awaken to the love that you are with Laina Spirit Woman. 

Drawing on 30 years of experience working with a variety of healing modalities, Laina offers gentle healing and guidance through the laying on of hands, breath, deep listening and connection. Modalities include: 

Reiki/Energy Healing, Meditation, Breath Work and Counselling. 

lainaspiritwoman@gmail.com 082 441 5532

Lana offers Pilates, Life Coaching, Couples Counselling and Emotional Freedom Technique in Stanford. Address your back pain, stretch or tone (pilates) or work with Lana to restore your sense of balance and harmony with Emotional Freedom Therapy sessions. 

 lana@acker.co.za 083 339 1641

Love Yoga and wondering if you’d miss your regular class while on holiday? Yoga Here Now with Leli offers regular easy and intermediate Vinyasa yoga classes. Private classes on request.

Contact Leli on whatsapp for more info, 082 350 0253