Bespoke Surf, Yoga & Skate Wellness Escape in Costa Rica's Guanacaste

This retreat is built around the idea that you know what you need better than any fixed itinerary does. Instead of selling you a day-by-day schedule, Indiana and Mauro ask what you're into and then make it happen. The base package includes four nights' accommodation and three classes—you get to choose whether those are surf, yoga, skate, or a combination. Prefer a week that's all about surf? Book three surf lessons. Want to try a bit of everything? Do one of each. Beyond the included classes, you can add extras like private coaching, extra nights, or creative workshops.

What makes this different from a standard surf-and-yoga retreat is the access you get to the local community. Casa El Dosel isn't a purpose-built retreat centre; it's a family home, and the hosts treat you like a guest rather than a customer. They'll point you to their favourite spots for pizza and gelato, arrange a table at a local sodas for traditional Costa Rican food, and introduce you to the artisans and practitioners they know personally. If goat cheese making, sourdough baking, pottery, breathwork, or bodywork sounds more appealing than catching waves, they'll set that up through their network.

The property itself is a labour of love. Indiana and Mauro designed and built it themselves—she's an architect, he's a landscape architect—with a focus on natural materials, cross-ventilation, and blending into the canopy. Each room has a private ensuite with an outdoor shower, a supremely comfortable bed, and your choice of air conditioning or open windows to let the jungle sounds in. The shared kitchen and terraces are great for slow mornings with coffee, and the rooftop terrace is a favourite spot for watching the sunset.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - 3 classes per person (surf, yoga, or skate — your choice) - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Luggage storage - Free parking - WiFi - Use of shared kitchen and terraces - Access to local network for bespoke activity planning

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Meals (optional family breakfast available at USD 15 per person) - Optional extra classes or private lessons - Personal expenses - Shuttle from Liberia (approx. USD 120 if arranged)