Discover Mas Juli: An Exceptional Venue for Wellness Retreats on the Catalan Coast, Spain
Embarking on a transformative wellness retreat begins with choosing the perfect setting. The venue acts as the foundation upon which your entire experience is built shaping the environment, influencing the atmosphere, and fostering the connection and renewal your participants seek.
Hi, I’m Elena. I’ve had the privilege of personally interviewing the team at Mas Juli to gain an authentic insight into what makes this venue truly extraordinary. I am pleased to share their perspectives, highlighting why selecting the right location is crucial for the success and impact of your retreat. The right space does more than host; it elevates your programme, turning a good experience into an unforgettable one.
With this in mind, I’ve compiled a series of questions and answers that showcase why Mas Juli stands out as an unparalleled choice for your wellness journey — a sanctuary that nurtures both body and spirit in a manner that words can scarcely do justice.
What are the unique features of this venue that make it ideal for wellness, yoga, and holistic retreats?
MJ: Mas Juli is a beautifully preserved 450-year-old Catalan villa nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Montnegre Natural Park, just 50 minutes from Barcelona and 30 minutes from Girona. Its charming architecture combines original stonework with whitewashed finishes, creating a serene, authentic, and welcoming environment. Surrounded by nature, it offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility.
As a private-use retreat villa, Mas Juli is reserved for only one group at a time ensuring complete privacy and an atmosphere conducive to deep personal and collective reflection. Here, time slows, enabling participants to breathe more consciously, relax deeply, and foster true mindfulness.
Key Point: this exclusivity and authentic charm are ideal for designing retreats where participants feel safe to unwind, open up, and experience genuine transformation.
How is the guest experience personalised to enhance relaxation and well-being?
MJ: The team at Mas Juli collaborates closely with facilitators and organisers to understand the core intentions behind each retreat. Whether focusing on healing, movement, creativity, or connection, every element is tailor-made from customised menus (vegetarian, plant-based, or special diets) to lighting, aromas, music, and session flow.
Their discreet and attentive staff provides subtle support, enabling hosts and guests to fully immerse themselves without distraction. This personalised approach cultivates an environment where relaxation, ease, and clarity can truly flourish.
Key Point: this bespoke attention ensures each retreat delivers a meaningful, deeply immersive experience that aligns precisely with the group's needs.
What types of wellness activities and programmes can be facilitated at your venue?
MJ: Mas Juli offers an exceptional environment where retreat leaders can bring their unique visions to life. Facilities include:
A spacious indoor yoga and workshop room accommodating up to 20 participants
Shaded outdoor areas nestled beneath pine trees
An on-site wellness zone featuring a Finnish sauna, jacuzzi, red light therapy cabin, and massage beds
Support in organising additional experiences such as guided nature walks, sound baths, massage therapies, stand-up paddle board yoga on the beach, conscious movement sessions, or aerial yoga.
Key Point: the versatile spaces and the ability to incorporate external experiences make Mas Juli an ideal canvas for tailored retreat programmes supporting profound reconnection and rejuvenation.
How does the venue prioritise guests’ privacy and comfort? Can you share successful retreat examples?
MJ: Hosting only one group at a time guarantees exclusive privacy. The villa features ten en suite rooms, cosy communal areas, and quiet corners for solitude and contemplation.
Recent successful retreats include:
Sunrise Retreat
Serenity & Flow Retreat
A women’s retreat from Germany centred on yoga, rituals, and self-discovery. Participants described Mas Juli as “a sacred space to reconnect with our essence.”
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Key Point: the exclusive setting fosters a safe and nurturing environment, encouraging participants to fully relax, open up, and deepen their self-awareness creating lasting memories and transformations.
This overview offers just a glimpse into what makes Mas Juli an exceptional venue for your next retreat. If you're interested in experiencing this special space firsthand or wish to discuss how it can support your programme, please feel free to get in touch!
