A RETREAT TO RETURN TO...

In a world that moves fast and often asks too much, we invite you to pause.
To breathe deeply. To return to yourself.
The Matcha Movement Retreat is a carefully curated experience where we combine movement, journaling, vegetarian nourishment, matcha and hands workshops to engage creativity and connection in the hills of Alcoy, Spain.

Retreat Snapshot

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Guest arrivals & welcome circle
Dinner & evening meditation
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Morning yoga, journaling & matcha
Workshop: Make your own scrunchie (with Esmé Basics)
Trip to Guardamar, free time, beach walk, group dinner in Guardamar & reflection
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Morning movement & matcha
Workshop: The Awaken Matcha Workshop, hands‑on session
Free time, group dinner & sharing
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Closing rituals, breakfast & checkout

What's included

What's included

  • 3 nights’ accommodation in our peaceful villa.
  • Daily ceremonial‑grade matcha rituals each morning
  • Movement practices: daily yoga & meditation sessions
  • Guided journaling & creative workshops (including scrunchie‑making)
  • Wholesome, farm‑to‑table vegetarian meals & light, energizing bites
  • Fresh fruit and snacks throughout the day
  • Access to private pool, garden and game room
  • Intimate group size for deeper connection
  • A curated goodie bag featuring: Your custom‑fit Esmé Basics yoga set, the Awaken wellness journal, Premium Awaken Matcha (value of 290,-), additional ritual tools & surprises

What's not included

  • International airfare, transfers or ground transport to Villa
  • Group dinner in Guardamar
  • Additional transfers during free time
  • Travel or medical insurance
  • Personal expenses, souvenirs & optional add‑ons

The Villa

Nestled just outside Alicante, Spain, Villa Luna is a serene sanctuary designed for rest, connection, and renewal. With 500 m² of living space and expansive outdoor areas, the villa combines privacy, comfort, and Mediterranean charm—making it the ideal setting for a transformative retreat.

The villa features bright bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, spacious lounges for gathering, and a fully equipped kitchen with large dining areas that invite community and shared meals. Step outside to discover a heated swimming pool, shaded verandas, and lush corners perfect for yoga, meditation, or simply slowing down with a cup of tea.

Between sessions, guests can enjoy moments of lightness in the play area with table tennis, billiards, and foosball, or find quiet reflection under the trees and terraces overlooking the Spanish countryside.

Every detail of Villa Luna has been created to foster balance and ease, whether you are practicing together in the open air, sharing stories by the pool, or retreating into stillness. Here, time stretches, the body restores, and the spirit reconnects.

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The Rooms

Our peaceful villa offers shared rooms designed to nurture comfort, connection, and deep rest. Each guest is invited to enjoy the pool, gardens, and communal spaces—along with the laughter and warmth of an intimate retreat community.

To book your place, email us at retreat@awakenbysvd.com.

Alimentacion - Food

Food is a big part of the experience at our retreat, and we love sharing plant-based meals, drinks, and stories around a communal table.

Each day you’ll enjoy our freshly prepared meals together. You can start your day with a light morning snack before activities or wait until brunch. All dinners are hearty, home-cooked plant-based feasts enjoyed in the villa’s dining room or garden.

Some of our most precious moments happen when we cook side by side, then sit together to connect over a nourishing, vegetarian spread.

Note: All meals are vegetarian with a whole food focus. We tailor every dish to accommodate your dietary requirements, just let us know in advance.

Your Hosts

Tessa Esmé

Dutch roots but living in Barcelona, and founder of Esmé Basics.
In a world dominated by mass production, Esmé strives to create garments that are truly your own. Each piece is designed with care, in limited editions that honor craftsmanship, detail, and your unique shape. Sustainability is central — from sourcing fabrics to slow, handmade production. With monthly releases of new materials and timeless signature fits, Esmé offers fashion that evolves with the seasons and always centers you. Custom sizing. Conscious choices. Confidence in every thread.
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Person setting up a table outdoors with white tablecloth, glasses, and greenery.

Saraya van Dreumel

Dutch roots but living in Milan, and founder of Awaken.
Awaken is a wellness brand created to help people slow down, reconnect with themselves, and care for body and mind through intentional rituals.
At the heart of the project is Awaken Matcha, our pure, high-quality ceremonial matcha from Japan, crafted to support moments of presence, slowness, and mindful living.
We believe in quality over quantity, in doing less, but with more care. Every product, workshop, and experience is designed to invite presence and simplicity into everyday life.
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How to reach the villa


Flying In

You can fly into Alicante (ALC) the airpor is conveniently located for reaching the villa. From there, it’s about a 30 minute drive to the villa.

Driving

You can either take a taxi or rent an affordable car via rentalcars.com. Renting a car is sometimes even cheaper than taking a taxi. If you’d like to share a car or taxi, you’ll be able to coordinate this with the group in the WhatsApp chat, which we’ll create two weeks before departure.

Alicante, and surroundings when staying longer

Alicante, is a vibrant coastal city on Spain’s Mediterranean shore, known for its golden beaches, lively old town, and sun-soaked climate. Surrounded by mountains and sea, it offers the perfect balance of nature, culture, and relaxation—an inspiring setting for slowing down, exploring, and reconnecting.

  • Valencia: explore the futuristic City of Arts & Sciences, wander the winding streets of El Carmen, and relax in the lush Turia Gardens.
  • Alicante: stroll along the palm-lined Explanada de España, tour Santa Bárbara Castle perched above the city, or soak up the sun on Postiguet Beach.
  • Murcia: discover Murcia’s baroque Cathedral, marvel at the intricate sculptures in the Salzillo Museum, and enjoy tapas under the orange trees in the Plaza de las Flores.
  • Madrid: hop on a high-speed AVE train (≈ 2 h 30 min to/from Alicante) to visit the Prado Museum, Retiro Park, and sample world-class cuisine in the buzzing Barrio de Las Letras.
  • Guardamar del Segura: Unwind on wide, sandy beaches framed by towering dunes.
  • Elche: wander through Europe’s largest palm grove (a UNESCO site), admire Moorish-style gardens at the Huerto del Cura, and explore the narrow lanes of the historic centre.

For personalized itineraries or transport arrangements, email us at retreat@awakenbysvd.com we'll happily help you for a small fee.

Terms & Conditions

  • Check‑in: from 18:00
  • Check‑out: by 11:00
  • No cancellations: all bookings are final. We recommend travel insurance.
  • Room photos: accommodations may slightly differ from images shown.
  • Payment: full retreat fee is due at booking to secure your spot.
  • Age requirement: all guests must be 18 years or older.
  • No pets or smoking: the villa is 100% smoke‑free and pet‑free.
  • Liability: guests participate in all activities at their own risk. Organizers are not liable for personal injury or loss.
  • Planning: the exact planning will be handed to you at the day of arrival, the planning will be created in a adjustable manner in case of bad weather
  • Force majeure: we reserve the right to modify or cancel sessions due to weather or unforeseen events.