15th-19th September 2026
Ciao Italy!
Press pause and settle into slow Italian living.
Five days of sun, pool time, long dinners and that gloriously smug feeling of choosing a trip that actually lets you relax.
Retreats for Non Retreat-ers
Four nights in a beautiful boutique villa in Italy’s under‑the‑radar Le Marche region.
Days built around slow mornings, sunshine, good food, good wine and plenty of space to unwind.This is The Stay Collection at its best: one lovely place, an easy pace, and a small group you’ll naturally settle in with.
Swim, relax in the hot tub, play padel, wander the hills, or do absolutely nothing at all.A few days that feel like pressing pause without switching off.
The Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival + Spritz Party Welcome
Arrive in the Italian hills and settle straight into villa life - pool time, sunshine and that instant exhale of being away.
In the evening, we’ll meet for a spritz welcome to ease everyone in and start the trip on a relaxed note.
Day 2: Morning Walk + Vineyard Wine Tasting
Start the day with a gentle countryside walk, then spend the afternoon at a local vineyard. Expect regional wines, a long lunch and an unhurried few hours that fit perfectly with the pace of this stay.
Day 3: Brunch + Slow Day at the Villa
A relaxed villa brunch, then the whole day is yours.
Swim, unwind in the hot tub, book a treatment, play padel or head to a nearby beach.
In the evening we’ll regroup for an outdoor pizza night followed by games and cinema under the stars.
Day 4: Morning Yoga + Italian Cooking Class
Begin with a gentle yoga session in the villa’s dedicated space, then take the afternoon as slowly as you like.
In the evening, we’ll come together for a hands‑on cooking class and shared dinner - a simple, fun night that always ends up being a highlight.
Day 5: Farewell Breakfast + Departures
A final slow breakfast before heading home rested, recharged, and already talking about the next trip.
Where We'll Be Staying
A historic hilltop home set up for relaxed, comfortable days with everything you might want on site.
✓ Swimming pool and hot tub
✓ Wellness centre, gym and yoga space
✓ Padel court, beach volleyball and outdoor games
✓ Fireplace for cosy evenings
✓ Outdoor cinema under the stars
It’s a place that works just as well for long lunches on the patio as it does for slow afternoons by the pool and late‑night chats by the fire.
What’s Included
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4 nights in a luxury boutique villa
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Welcome spritz party
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Morning countryside walk
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Vineyard wine tasting
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Villa brunch and outdoor pizza night
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Onsite yoga session
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Italian cooking class and shared dinner
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Outdoor cinema and games evening
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Daily breakfasts and group dinners
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Full access to all villa amenities (pool, hot tub, wellness centre, gym, padel court and more)
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ISWAT hosting throughout
Who You'll Be Here With
A small, easygoing group of people in their 30s and 40s who’ve stopped waiting for their mates to commit and decided to book something good for themselves.
Most come solo, one or two bring a friend, but everyone ends up on the same wavelength quickly - relaxed, friendly and here for a great trip without any of the awkward bits.
There’s no forced bonding, no games, no “tell us a fun fact about yourself.” (thing like that give us the ick!) Just normal people who like travelling, good food and days that feel well planned without being over‑planned.
Conversations feel natural, dinners feel easy, and by the end it usually feels more like travelling with new mates than joining a tour.
