Carmel Ocean
Small group women’s retreat

The Art of Resting

October 23 – 26, 2026
Carmel-by-the-Sea

A sanctuary of stillness in nature.

4 days. 7 women. 24/7 deep unhurried rest.

Slow autumn mornings with healthy freshly prepared meals just for you. Surrounded by the stillness of the forest and awe-inspiring sweeping ocean, we will hike with alpacas, do morning yoga, immerse in sound baths and rejuvenate in a spa.

No to-do lists, no busy schedule, no crowds, no household tasks. Your body will transition from being overstimulated and restless to being safe, grounded and restored.

Alpaca with a carrot
Alina in red costume with women on grass
Alina with Sound Healing Bowls
The Concept

Drop the Armor

You spend most of your days trying to hold everything together. But behind the endless responsibilities, there is often a crippling sense of being overfed with information while undernourished on a physical and emotional level.

"Our need to control everything manifests as physical tension—the habit of holding the breath and sleepless nights because the mind keeps spinning."

This retreat is your permission slip to drop the armor and truly rest.

What’s waiting for you?

The Experience

Panoramic Living & Dining Sanctuary

The Lodging

We will stay in a beautiful, luxurious property in Carmel-by-the-Sea. It is a very serene lodging with a sculptural fireplace, panoramic views, and a cozy atmosphere that invites you to settle down and relax.

Sanctuary Tour

Explore the Property & Interiors

Healthy minimalistic meal

The Food

We will have 3 main meals per day which will be prepared by a local chef right in the house. Additionally, you will have access to snacks and drinks all the time. If you have allergies, they will be fully taken into account to ensure a deeply nourishing experience.

Yoga session

The Activities

To move physical tension out of the body, we will do gentle morning yoga. To find stillness, we will immerse in live sound baths with crystal bowls, experience the power of breathwork, and write in our journals by the ocean.

Hike with alpacas

The Play

On Saturday, we will go to a local farm for a scenic hike with cute alpacas, and later on, create a collective flower mandala on the patio to unleash our creativity and bond as a group.

Spa and contrast therapy

The Reset

On Sunday, we will go to a beautiful spa at the oceanfront hotel. You can either join us for contrast therapy (sauna and cold plunge) or rest and enjoy the breathtaking territory of the property.

Atmospheric background bedroom
Pricing & Options

The Investment

Intimate & Calm

The Double Room

Shared with 1 other woman

$1,480 / per person
  • 4 days & 3 nights at luxury Carmel estate
  • Shared with just one other woman
  • All organic, nourishing meals by our private chef
  • Daily gentle yoga, breathwork & sound bath journeys
  • Oceanfront hotel spa & contrast therapy session included

The Pair Rate Discount

Book together with a friend and receive $100 off per person ($200 total savings per pair).

Save $200 / Pair
Got Questions?

Common Inquiries

The Experience

The Logistics

The Commitment

Reservation Request

Book Your Spot

Fill out the form below to request your room. Alina will personally email you to confirm availability. A $500 deposit (via Venmo or Zelle) secures your space today.

Have questions or want to connect with Alina first? Schedule a free Zoom call

Or reach out directly at [email protected]

Alina Kandziuba
Meet Your Host

Have Questions or Want to Connect First?

Joining an intimate retreat is a meaningful personal decision. If you have questions about the schedule, feel hesitant, or aren’t sure about participating because you don’t know the host yet, you are warmly invited to schedule a free 15-minute Zoom call with Alina.

We will chat face-to-face, discuss your questions and expectations, and see if this sanctuary is the right fit for your nervous system.

Schedule a Free Zoom Call Free 15-min call • Zero obligation