Yoga & Wild Swimming
Scotland

Shared twin room - £995 pp

Shared double room - £995 pp

Standard single room -  £1,0455 pp

Premium sinlge room - £1,095 pp

Private double room - £1,195 pp

All rooms have shared bathrooms.

Secure your place with a £250 deposit.

Choose to pay the remaining balance in monthly instalments, or in full when you book.

Limited spaces.

• 4 nights accommodation. 
• Yoga equipment use - mats/blocks/props. 
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner - wholesome and plant-based. 
• Unlimited fruit, organic teas, coffee and fruit water. 
• 9 yoga sessions. 
• 3 guided swim excursions.
• Transport to and from swim spots.
• Daily riverside sauna 2 hours. 
• Unlimited river dips. 
• Linen, towels and toiletries. 
• The friendly host service of the team throughout your stay.

APRIL 26-30 2027

Late April in the Cairngorms brings crisp air, quiet landscapes, and the first signs of spring, creating the perfect conditions for movement, wild swimming, and time outdoors.

Daytime Temperature:  10-16°C

Sea Temperature:  8-10°C

Set within a 200-acre estate in the heart of the Cairngorms, our retreat venue is a characterful Edwardian country house surrounded by forest, mountains and the flowing River Spey. Thoughtfully restored with a mix of original features and relaxed, lived-in charm, it feels both grounding and quietly unique, a place to slow down, settle in, and feel at home.

Open lawns offer space for alfresco yoga when the weather is kind, while a rustic barn provides a simple, grounded setting to practise indoors.

SWIM

This retreat is built around the water. Each day brings a new place to explore, from quiet, glass-like lochs to flowing rivers and hidden waterfalls. There’s a sense of freedom in it, swimming in wild spaces and discovering places you wouldn’t find alone. One day, you’ll swim out towards the island castle on Loch an Eilein, a truly memorable Highland experience. With expert local knowledge from Alice at Swim Wild guiding each swim, you can fully relax into it, knowing you’re supported every step of the way.

Open to all levels, each day includes a morning vinyasa flow to gently awaken the body, and an evening restorative session to help you unwind.

The yoga on this retreat is led by Zest Life founder Laura Bell, who brings over 20 years of teaching experience.

Rooted in Ashtanga, her approach has evolved into a fluid vinyasa style, focused on building strength, creating space in the body, and helping you feel grounded and present.

Always guided and held, never pushed.

SAUNA 

A short five-minute walk from the house leads you down to the river Spey, where a private sauna sits overlooking the water. A place to slow down, warm up, and fully unwind.

Each afternoon, you return to our private sauna session. Much needed warmth after the cold water, allowing your body to soften, your breath to deepen, and your whole system to reset.

This retreat features a plant-based menu designed to support recovery and nourish your body after each day.

To ensure the highest standard, our Zest Life chef Kimberly Parsons will be joining us in Sweden, preparing fresh, seasonal meals that are both delicious and energising. 

Expect vibrant dishes that refuel you after time outdoors. All of our retreats are alcohol-free. All meals are included on this retreat.

7:00 — Rising

7:30 — Morning river dip

8:00 — Yoga

9:30 — Slow breakfast

11:00 — Guided swim & explore

13:30 — Picnic lunch

14:00 — Free time  and sauna

16:00 — Cake and juice

18:00 — Evening Yoga 

19:30 — Dinner 

20:30 — Relax

TRAIN

Closest station is Aviemore, with direct links from Edinburgh and Inverness.

The venue is a ten minute taxi drive from Aviemore.

CAR

Travelling by car, the house is a short easy drive from the A9, set within a quiet forested estate.